Alright, I'm gonna give it everything I've got again today!

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Hm?
Whoa, who's that...?! She's so little, but such an amazing singer...!

Hm? What's up?

Oh, boss, I was just cleaning up and noticed that little girl singing over there...

Ah, you're still new here, so I guess no one's told you yet...

You know KEN from RADder? That's his daughter, An.

Wait, KEN's...?!

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Hey, it looks like An's singing already!

Yeah.
The way she's always practicing is so admirable too!

We're rooting for you, An!

Okay, that should be enough practice songs! Next, I should...

Hi, An!
Getting another early start this morning?

Oh, good morning!
Did you just get off work?

Yeah, I'm exhausted...
But I feel much better after hearing you sing, An♪ So, thank you♪

Hehe. You're welcome!
Stop by to listen anytime!

Oh, you're from the record store! Good morning! Lots of cool piercings like always!

Th-Thanks...
You seem as energetic as ever too, An...

Yup!
Oh, I was just practicing that song you taught me the other day!

R-Really?
That's nice to hear...

Wow, she seems like a really energetic kid...

Yeah, not only is she a great singer, she's got the charisma to match. Genetics are probably playing a big role, but... Hey, An!

Hm? Oh, good morning!
How are you? Good?

Yeah, never better!
Are you at it again today? The thing Ken and the others were...?

Yeah!
Because “this street's the best place to practice singing”!

Daddy was supposed to watch me practice, but he's busy and still hasn't come yet...

I see. To be fair, he's a very popular figure...

Yup! It's like everyone's a fan of Daddy and his team!

Huh...?
Did you hire someone new?

O-Oh, um...
I started working here last week. It's nice to meet you.

This one's a huge fan of your father, An.

Oh, really?!

W-Wait, that's...!

Yeah, I totally get why too. I mean, Daddy's just so cool! You've got a good eye! Hehe♪

But I'm gonna become an even more amazing musician than him, so make sure to come see my events when I do!

Oh, of course!

Now, I should get back to practicing!
See you guys later!

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That's pretty much what she's like.
Pretty good kid, right...?

Yes, she is.
She really takes after KEN...

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Whew. I got in a lot of singing...

(I figured out how to sing that new song and got that rap down too. Things are going really well!)

(But it's almost noon...
Where are you, Daddy?)

(Even after saying that he'd come watch me practice today...)

An, over here!

Huh? That voice...!

Aunt Nagi! Uncle Taiga!

Hi there!
Having another morning practice, An?

Yeah, I've been practicing for like three hours now! Are you two here to talk to Daddy?

Yes, since we need to get ready for today's event. I hope you're looking forward to seeing us sing our hearts out!

Yeah, I am! Hehe... I can't wait!

Haha. An just can't get enough of you, Nagi.

So, is Ken still at home?

No, he got a call from someone and has been gone since! He was supposed to watch me practice...

Oh, that reminds me... He mentioned something about wanting to talk to some kids before they make their big debut. It could have to do with that.

Unlike me, a lot of them see him as their role model since he always keeps an eye out for them.

You say that, but I've seen you lend a helping hand on more than one occasion, Taiga.

Yeah, I remember how you helped cheer that one kid up after they dropped their ice cream!

I couldn't just leave them, could I?
I mean, if that were me, dropping my ice cream would've felt like the end of the world.

True. I probably would've felt awful the rest of the day too...!

Haha. Oh, quit exaggerating, you two.

Oh, I just got a message from Ken...

Wait, really?!

Yeah, he says he still can't come...
Which means we have some time to kill.

Grr! Daddy!

Oh, I know! Can you listen to me sing, Aunt Nagi, Uncle Taiga?

I practiced lots and lots, so I bet I'll sound really good!

Sure, I'd love to hear you sing!

But I'll probably fall asleep if you don't deliver, okay?

No problem!
Daddy even said that I sounded great yesterday!

Oh, he did?
Then, I'm looking forward to hearing what you have in store for us♪

Alright, here I go!!

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Yeah!
Not bad!

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Oh, stop there!

Huh?

That last part. I think you'll sound a lot better and more powerful if you don't use your falsetto. Here, like this.

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Wow...!
How did you do that just now?

Start by using your diaphragm to project your voice and send it up towards your head. It's okay if you're not in pitch on your first try.

Okay!
Um...

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Yeah, there you go!
Next, relax a bit more and try to keep your throat open... Go!

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*Gasp*
Yay! I did it!
Thank you so much, Aunt Nagi!!

Haha. It's always a pleasure to teach you since you're such a quick learner, An. Now, fist bump!

Fist bump!

Heh.
You two are more like sisters at this point... Hm?

What?! Don't give me that!

You wanna go?! Meet me out front!

Hey, guys, cut it out!

Hm? Uh oh. Is that...?

A fight...?!