Haruka's Room
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Haruka
(I gave it a lot of thought while taking my bath, but I still couldn't reach a decision.)
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Airi
Now that you mention it...
I remember this one time when they took one of my quips and edited it to make it look like I was bad-mouthing this actor that appeared with us.
I remember this one time when they took one of my quips and edited it to make it look like I was bad-mouthing this actor that appeared with us.
Haruka
(Performing at the Dome means filling an enormous number of seats. And I believe appearing on TV will ultimately help us do that...)
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Haruka
(However, there's a possibility that who we are or what we believe will become warped. Not only that...)
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Airi
That definitely makes for a good headline, but the article itself was a bit fluffed up...
Haruka
(We're not going to be able to avoid things like that if we want to keep doing more as idols...)
Haruka
(Especially since the three of us were once a part of bigger groups, some are likely going to make fun of us for trying to do things on our own.)
Haruka
By appearing on TV, there's also a chance that we'll end up disappointing all those who've been supporting us up until now.
Haruka
But given the risk of possibly having our image twisted and disappointing our fans... Is it really worth it?
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Airi
I think the benefits of us appearing on TV outweigh the costs, so I'm in favor of accepting this offer.
Haruka
(Am I overthinking this...?
I did plenty of TV appearances when I was still with ASRUN, and I usually had a lot of fun...)
I did plenty of TV appearances when I was still with ASRUN, and I usually had a lot of fun...)
Haruka
(The others are incredibly optimistic about this, so maybe if we gave one appearance a try...)
Haruka
No, that's not good enough.
Regardless of whether or not we make a successful appearance, I won't feel satisfied.
Regardless of whether or not we make a successful appearance, I won't feel satisfied.
Haruka
(The others even said that there's no point in proceeding with this unless I agree... So, I want to first flesh out how I really feel about this offer.)
Haruka
(But that may be a little hard on my own. I'd really like to get an objective second opinion right about now...)
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Haruka
I've been having trouble coming up with an answer to something on my own. So, I'd like to ask all of you for your opinions...
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KAITO
But we'll need to find an answer to your question before you can feel happy about that, yes...?
MEIKO
So, Haruka, you're worried that MMJ's image and message might not come across the way you want it to and possibly upset your fans if you appear on TV...?
Haruka
Yes... I know that shows are edited in a way to be entertaining, which is fine since I also like programs that are fun to watch...
Haruka
But I'm worried that what we want to convey is going to fall victim to that process. I'm concerned that we'll appear vain or conceited, which will disappoint all of our fans...
Haruka
I suppose I'm just worried about us not having the backup and protection of an agency. Is that why I'm not prepared to go on TV yet?
Haruka
We're always doing everything we can to spread hope to our fans... But they've also given us so much.
MEIKO
MORE MORE JUMP! fans must be so happy knowing that they get to be there for such thoughtful idols.
MEIKO
Hehe. There's no need to be embarrassed by that. Personally, as your fan, I can't help but fall further in love with you, Haruka♪
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MEIKO
We'll never stop being your fans because we know what MORE MORE JUMP! is really about.
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Airi
Now that you mention it...
I remember this one time when they took one of my quips and edited it to make it look like I was bad-mouthing this actor that appeared with us.
I remember this one time when they took one of my quips and edited it to make it look like I was bad-mouthing this actor that appeared with us.
Airi
Yeah, things got pretty hectic after it aired. Some of that actor's fans still bring it up from time to time...
Airi
But my fans claimed, “Airi would never say stuff like that,” which helped keep things from really getting out of hand.
MEIKO
So, don't worry. I'm sure everything will be fine. Regardless of the kind of television program you girls appear on, we won't get disappointed or stop being your fans.
MEIKO
I want more and more people to learn about the group we all love! I want more and more people to fall in love with MORE MORE JUMP!
Luka
Yes... Not only that, I'm sure that your fans are also looking forward to having your TV appearance lead to more people learning about you girls.
MEIKO
However, Haruka, the final decision rests with you and your group, so it's okay for you to take your time with this.
MEIKO
Yes. You girls put on a successful solo show and have put forth a fantastic goal for yourselves. As a result, you're at a crossroads so to speak.
MEIKO
It's not uncommon to lose sight of what means most to you... Why you decided to become an idol in the first place or how you felt back then...
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