Shopping Mall
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Nene
Um, so...
You're the one who played the piano for us during our New Year's show, right?
You're the one who played the piano for us during our New Year's show, right?
Kanade
It's okay. I just thought that it'd be a shame for the show to have ended there. If anything, thank you for allowing me to participate in such a fun show...
Ichika
Um... Kusanagi, this is Kanade Yoisaki.
She's in a group that produces music and she works as the composer.
She's in a group that produces music and she works as the composer.
Ichika
And this is Nene Kusanagi.
She's an incredible singer who's been teaching me some tips and tricks from time to time.
She's an incredible singer who's been teaching me some tips and tricks from time to time.
Ichika
Wait, you're right.
Kusanagi's my singing teacher and Kanade's my songwriting teacher.
Kusanagi's my singing teacher and Kanade's my songwriting teacher.
Honami
Oh, Kusanagi, if you don't mind...
Why don't we try being less formal with one another since I believe we're the same age?
Why don't we try being less formal with one another since I believe we're the same age?
Kanade
I need to apologize in advance. I don't really know much about them other than that they smell nice...
Honami
Then, I'll begin explaining how we'll be making our candles. In truth, Ms. Yoisaki's statement mostly covers it...
Honami
When you light them, the wax melts and the oils release their fragrances to the surroundings.
Honami
Yes. This time, we'll be using something called essential oils for the most part, which are natural oils derived from plants...
Honami
Depending on which aroma is used, a candle is supposed to help someone focus, relax or even fall asleep.
Honami
So, between their flames and lovely fragrances, scented candles work wonders for relaxation and soothing the soul.
Ichika
On top of being sort of fashionable, they work as a nice present. I'm sure everyone is going to like them very much.
Scent Shop
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Ichika
Yeah... Oh, I see a whole assortment of bottles on display...! These are all scented oils...?
Nene
But they have so many. I don't even know where to begin, let alone which to choose...
Honami
Hehe. In that case... Why not choose the ones that you like the most or suit the person receiving your candle?
Honami
You can also choose based on their various properties, which should be written on their respective labels. Once you know that and how they smell, you should have an easier time choosing.
Honami
I'd rather you all take your time and have fun while picking out some oils since they have so many available.
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Kanade
Yes, they do...
Rosemary, bergamot, clary sage, eucalyptus... They even have some blended oils.
Rosemary, bergamot, clary sage, eucalyptus... They even have some blended oils.
Ichika
Me too... But they have a few samples here. Why don't we try seeing what they smell like...?
Ichika
Yes. Oh, actually... That makes sense since Saki has this way of cheering up everybody around her.
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Ichika
Yeah... Oh, its label even says that it's the most popular scent and how it played an important role in the development of aromatherapy.
Kanade
I'm not very familiar with its history, but this gentle, flowery fragrance is so soothing...
Ichika
Of all these scented oils, lavender in particular seems to be the most effective for relaxing oneself.
Kanade
Yes, in that case... I think I'll buy some. I'd like something that will help everyone relax.
Nene
Oh, right...
It's not just about what suits who... We also have to think about how we want them to feel.
It's not just about what suits who... We also have to think about how we want them to feel.
Ichika
Good point. Then, why don't we keep browsing since they have so many available here?
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Nene
Oh wow... That's such a refreshing smell... It's like there's a pile of grapefruits right in front of me.
Ichika
Yes, I thought so too at first!
Apparently, it's chamomile, but it really does smell sweet and gentle like the way apples do.
Apparently, it's chamomile, but it really does smell sweet and gentle like the way apples do.
Kanade
Yes, so... I liked the lavender we sampled just now, so I was hoping to find some others that are also just as soothing.
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Ichika
They had so many more different aromas than I was expecting. Just looking through all of them was fun.
Nene
Yeah, but I started getting a little lost as to what actually smells good or nice after smelling so many.
Kanade
Me too... However, I think we all found a few that we liked, so let's go back once we've taken a little break.
Nene
Oh, you're right... I didn't know that they also sold the finished product here. They're beautiful, and so colorful.
Ichika
It looks like they have several with different species of flowers in them. Oh, this one even has an orange and other fruits in it.
Nene
It does. That's really cute...
The others would probably be so startled if I made something like this.
The others would probably be so startled if I made something like this.
Kanade
But that looks really difficult...
I'm not very good at making these sorts of things...
I'm not very good at making these sorts of things...
Ichika
Yes, it does look difficult... B-But we should be fine since we have Honami as our teacher! So, let's give it our best shot...!
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Ichika
Well, I found some that should suit Saki and the others. But we decided to take a quick break after being exposed to so many different aromas...
Honami
Scented oils are very concentrated, so it's better to waft instead of sniff... I'm sorry. I should've mentioned this sooner.
Honami
Thank goodness... Then, why don't we all go back in together? I should be able to give advice if you feel you need it.
Several dozen minutes later
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Ichika
Yes. But, um... I'm really sorry to intrude since you just had me over at your house the other day.
Nene
Oh, um... M-Me too...
Especially since we really only met a second ago... I'm sorry...
Especially since we really only met a second ago... I'm sorry...
Kanade
It's okay. I joined in at the last minute, so the least I could do is provide the space for us to make our candles.
Kanade
Also, my house was a mess before, but Ms. Mochizuki's done a wonderful job of cleaning it up.
Honami
Hehe. Thank you for being so generous, Ms. Yoisaki. We'll try not to be too much of a bother.
Next Chapter: Let's Make Some Scented Candles!