...five, six, seven, eight!
Okay, that was good. Let's stop here!

Phew... How are you all doing? Were you able to copy what we did?

<Yup!>
<So tired...>
<You're such a great teacher.>

Hehe. Then, let's end our “Everybody MORE MORE DANCE!” segment here!

I think we all got the hang of that dance now, right?

Dancing can seem really hard at first, but figuring everything out ends up being so much fun!

Yes. I hope we've managed to show you how much fun it can be.

<That was fun!>
<Please do this segment again.>

(Hehe. Thank goodness...)

(This is the first new idea we've incorporated since we decided to put more effort into our streams, so I'm really glad that everyone enjoyed it...)

(Quite a few are even asking us to do this again. So, we should come up with another dance to...)

<I never got the hang of it...>
<Haruka looks so much cooler when she does this.>
<How do you stop on a dime like that?>

Oh...

It's okay. We can take it one step at a time.

Not being able to stop when you want may have something to do with your muscle control. Having a good core is really important, so I recommend doing some strength training.

<Strength training...? Okay, I'll give a few exercises a try...>
<Thanks, Haruka!>
<I promise to learn to dance it like all of you.>

<I'm not very athletic, but I wanna learn to do it like you, Haruka.>

Hehe. Thanks.
Then, you'll need to put in a little effort every day.

I'll show you some good exercises a little later, so let's do our best to become stronger together.

Nice work, everyone.
Here's some water.

Thanks, Shizuku.

Wow, that really hits the spot!

Still, I was amazed by the response our stream got today. Everyone seemed to really enjoy it.

Some even asked us to do this again.

Yeah, but a few also seemed to have trouble following us. Why don't we show everyone how we train during our next stream?

Good idea. The exercises we do make us better dancers and help keep us in shape, so there should be plenty of interest.

Plus, we need to keep training in order to put on better performances moving forward.

Yeah, I agree! Let's do it!

Thanks.

Actually, if we're going to do this, I'd like to get all the proper machines and equipment... But we can discuss that another time.

The proper machines and equipment?
It sounds like you're ready to start your own gym...

B-But...! I'll do what you ask!

I'm gonna try more and more and more to learn how to perform cool dances like you, Haruka!

Me too!

All of you...

Hehe. Thanks.
Then, let's start thinking about incorporating training streams, too.

I want this to help us become better performers as well, so get ready to have some fun.

Okay!

B-But please don't go too hard on me...

Where'd all that motivation from a second ago disappear to?

(The others have all been really motivated since we began training for Idol Lovers.)

(I need to do my best to keep up with them.)

(What should we do for our next stream?)

(Based on the comments we received yesterday, quite a few people had trouble learning that dance. That calls for some strength training.)

(We'll want to do some beginner-friendly exercises with everyone...)

(Hang on... If they're not all that fond of exercising, then they might avoid watching a stream that's all about working out.)

(What else could we do...?)

...

That person wants to dance like me...

(If that feeling is genuine, then it might be better to do slightly more intense drills or exercises.)

(Something tough, but also fun...
That might get them to take the dive.)

(But what encompasses both of those things?)

Don't you think that's going a bit too far?

Hmm...

Huh...?

(It's those two again. What are the odds?
But they seem to be having a serious discussion about something...)

Good morning.
You're both here very early again.

Oh, Kiritani.
Good morning.

Good morning!
Out for another run? I admire your diligence!

Hehe. Likewise.
But is something the matter?

You two seemed to be having a bit of serious discussion just now...

Ah, you saw...
Yes, there is something on our minds.

Have you heard the news?
A new facility is scheduled to open here at Nonogi Park.

Oh, I remember hearing something about that. It's supposed to include an obstacle course and an indoor gym, yes?

The gym is going to have all the latest machines and equipment. It's even going to have free showers and coin-op lockers.

Yes, I see.
That sounds incredible, but is there some sort of catch?

Actually, yes. They're going to hold a special event to celebrate the grand opening the Sunday after next!

It's called “Shinobi Battle”!

“Shinobi Battle”...?

It's an obstacle course race that's open to the public.

Teams of three will be competing to see who can finish it the fastest.

Really?
I didn't hear anything about that.

Yes. The course even includes a part of the new athletic area, so we're both very interested.

Overall, it looks very difficult. Each section is designed to test your various muscles.

But that just makes it all the more appetizing.
Apparently, athletes from all over will be gathering to compete.

I see. The new athletic area...

It sounds like a difficult course, but also fun. And perfect for a stream...

Exactly! This event is apparently held at parks all over that have obstacle courses, and many people always gather both to compete and to watch.

So much so that some out there train specifically with winning this event in mind.

Wow...

Wow indeed. Some of them are so popular that they boast large fan bases. That includes children who see them as their role models!

Yeah, I know a few guys who started playing sports after seeing it.

Oh...

And then there's what the winners will receive!

The top prize includes...
Premium annual passes to the obstacle course and gym!

What...?
Premium annual passes?

Yes! They even give you anytime access to the gym's premium private rooms!

On top of that, each pass gives entry to up to four people! It's almost too good to be true, no?!

Up to four people...

(That means Airi, the others and I could use the rooms to train here whenever we like.)

I would love to get my hands on that.

Indeed! We were just thinking the same thing...

But we've been having trouble getting a team together.

Huh...?

You have?
I figured Otori and the others would participate for sure...

Emu and them are all busy that day.

We even asked our friends and classmates, but they also turned us down...

To be fair, this is a pretty serious course. It makes sense no one wants to jump on board knowing we want to win the thing.

Right... You would need people who train regularly, who could clear that obstacle course. Not many people come to mind...

*Gasp*

Yes, they do! Right here!!

Wait, you're not talking about...

Us?

Yes, I most certainly am!

Akito, Kiritani!
Won't you join me?!

Why us?

Because you just said to me how that facility could allow you to train in new ways. You seemed genuinely interested in it.

Yeah, but...

And you, Kiritani.
You seem like the type who diligently trains and exercises every day! The three of us would make the perfect team!

But I...

W-Wait, I'm sorry!
I believe that the three of us could surely win... But I wouldn't dream of insisting.

I just hope you'll be willing to consider my offer.

You are an idol, after all. You've got a lot to consider, yeah?

(That annual pass is very appealing...
It would be nice to train at this facility with Minori and the others.)

(But he's right. I'm an idol, so my participation will involve some degree of risk...)

(Our fans may not enjoy seeing me team up with people they've never seen before.)

(Still...)

(This event may give me a chance to spread hope to our fans...)

...

Would it be alright if I took some time to think about this? I'll need to discuss this with my group before agreeing.

Yes, of course!
The cutoff for entering isn't for a while, so please feel free to take your time.

Thank you.

Then, I'll let you know once I've reached a decision.

Okay, I'll be looking forward to hearing from you!