Rui's Room
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Rui
Okay... I think I have everything I need for today.
2
Rui
Oh, I could use those lights for the final scene too.
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Rui
Hehe. Time to put on another fantastic show!
Wonderland SEKAI
4
Tsukasa
Argh!
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Tsukasa
That flash of light... What was it?!
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Nene
You remember now, don't you, Black Knight? You used to wield your sword to protect people, to keep peace.
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Emu
So those shinies were his memories coming back? It looked so pretty!
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Tsukasa
You're right... I'd forgotten what was really important to me.
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Tsukasa
I shall vow to only ever brandish my sword in the name of peace as I had in the past!
10
Rui
The Black Knight was once again back on the righteous path and peace returned to the world.
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Miku
What a terrific story!
Maybe I could play a part too♪
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Tsukasa
Hah hah hah! I'm not surprised!
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KAITO
The light effect at the end deserves a special mention. It was a very clever lighting scheme!
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Rui
Hehe, so it was worth the effort.
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Miku
And the part where Tsukasa leaps almost up to the ceiling was so awesome♪
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Emu
I loved that bit too! You shot up like a rocket, Tsukasa! It was so cool♪
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Nene
I thought he was going to go through the roof.
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Tsukasa
Ah, yes. Being lifted up by hidden wires...
To be honest, I was scared senseless.
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Tsukasa
But you need to challenge yourself to make extraordinary performances! And I aim to be the world's greatest star!
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Tsukasa
If it's for the sake of entertaining my audience, I'll pull off even the most dangerous stunts with elegance and grace!
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Rui
Well, well, it's certainly great to have a reliable guy such as yourself on the team.
22
Rui
I'm thinking of adding in a new part, especially for a star of your caliber. What do you say?
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Tsukasa
Ah, a new part...?!
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Emu
What sort of thing do you have in mind? Is it gonna be fun?
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Nene
I have a bad feeling about this...
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Rui
Don't worry, I've made due considerations for health and safety. Although that performance may require some courage.
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Len
Hey, guys!
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Emu
Hmm?
Who's that?
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Miku
That's Len!
Hey, Leeen!
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Nene
Like... Kagamine Len?
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Len
Yup, that's me!
Nice to meet you all♪
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Len
I was coming to see your show, but on the way here, I saw some plushies having an argument.
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Len
By the time I got them to calm down and make up, the show was over! I'm so gutted that I missed it...
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KAITO
I was wondering where you were.
It's a pity you couldn't make it.
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Rui
Hmm... I feel sorry for Len missing out.
Why don't we do another performance for him?
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Emu
YEESSS!
I'll even do it a hundred times!
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Nene
A hundred might be a bit much...
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Nene
But I suppose we could do it once more. It'll be good practice...
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Tsukasa
Then it's settled!
Feast your eyes on our wonderful show!
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Len
Awesome!
Everyone, thank you so much!
Phoenix Wonderland
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Emu
Aah, I had TONS of fun!
And Len really liked our show too!
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Nene
Yeah. We also got some pointers for improvement.
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Tsukasa
Our big performance tomorrow is guaranteed to be a resounding success!
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Rui
Yes, I'm sure it will go without a hitch... It might be time to start thinking of what our next show after that will be.
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Nene
Already?
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Rui
Why not? I already have some new ideas to play around with to make our next show even more entertaining.
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Emu
Is that possible?!
I'm so hyped♪
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Tsukasa
You'll have me doing even trickier stunts, huh...?
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Nene
Shouldn't you be pleased? It'll give you the attention you so badly crave, Mr. Self-proclaimed Star.
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Tsukasa
I think you meant to say acclaimed star!
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Emu
It's going to be so amazing, Tsukasa!
Every show Rui comes up with is so much fun!
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Tsukasa
Fun, yes... But I'd rather not have a jetpack strapped to my back again, or anything like that.
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Rui
Not your cup of tea, Tsukasa...?
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Rui
It would make for a truly fantastic spectacle, worthy of a true star such as...
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Tsukasa
Alright, fine...!
I'll do whatever you need me to do!
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Tsukasa
If it's to put on a good show, then I'll do anything!
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Tsukasa
As long as you can promise me that whatever antics you have me do will make the audience roar with delight.
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Rui
Hehe, you can be sure of that.
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Rui
It's definitely going to be a crowd-pleaser of the highest caliber.
Scramble Crossing
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Rui
Ascending to the stage from the seats won't have enough of an impact. He needs to make a powerful impression as a knight...
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Rui
Oh, I've got it! That will definitely be better! But I'll have to assess its practicality and safety first.
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Nene
Hehe...
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Nene
You look like you've been having the time of your life lately.
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Rui
Oh, have I?
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Nene
Yeah. You look like you're having fun.
Before, you...
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Rui
What do you mean, Nene?
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Nene
You seemed bored all the time before, but now you keep making this weird face.
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Rui
How is it weird? Should I be concerned?
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Rui
Jokes aside, you may be right...
I'm finally living my life.
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Rui
Being able to put my ideas into action feels amazing.
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Rui
Anyways, the stage is sorted and we're ready to hold our show. I'll start planning the next one in the meantime.
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Rui
Hmm... Maybe I can make it easier for Tsukasa by reusing some of the gimmicks that worked with him last time.
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Nene
Hehe...
I'm happy for you, Rui.
The next day
Wonder Stage
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Tsukasa
Alright! Let's get started with the rehearsal...!
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Mascot
Miss!
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Emu
Hm? What's up?
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Mascot
A notice about an event that's to be held here just came in...!
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Emu
An event?
Dad didn't mention anything about that...
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Emu
What sort of event is it?
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Mascot
Here's the flyer.
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Emu
Let's see...
The First Phoenix Show Contest...?
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Tsukasa
Did you just say Show Contest...?!
Next Chapter: Show Contest!