(It's almost time for the others to arrive.)

(I didn't want to be late, and ended up coming a little too early...)

(Anyway, Ms. Yoisaki and her friend should be...)

Oh, there she is.
Thank you for waiting, Ms. Mochizuki.

Ms. Yoisaki!

It's okay.
I just arrived not long ago.

Also, is the person you invited already here...?

I'm not sure.
I received a message saying that they're almost here...

Oh, there they are! Over here!

Hey, Kanade! And this is...

Oh, I'm...

Honami Mochizuki, right?!

Huh?

Oh, I'm sorry. I've mentioned you in conversation to everyone a few times already.

Ena has too!
I've heard all about how nice a person you are!

Oh, really...?
I feel a little embarrassed now...

Haha! But it's really nice to finally meet you after hearing everyone's stories!

Oh, I still haven't introduced myself.
I'm Mizuki Akiyama. I'm in the same music group as Kanade and mainly work as the video editor.

Yes, I've also heard your name in passing. It's nice to meet you, and I hope we have fun today.

Yeah, same!

Oh, also... Thanks for letting me tag along today! I've actually had my eye on this fair for a while now.

No, a friend gave me this ticket...
Also, I'm glad that you decided to join us since it's always fun to go to these things as a group.

Akiyama...?
Is something wrong...?

Nothing's wrong!
I was just thinking that you really are a super nice person, Honami.

Huh...? R-Really...?

Yes, really!

Kanade, I hope you know how lucky you are to be in the care of such a nice girl.

Huh...? I, um...
I'm sorry. I do appreciate everything you do, but that might not have come across properly...

No, don't say that! I know that you do...!

You do?
Then, I'm glad...

Oh, looks like the bus is here.
Let's hop on!

Okay. This fair's going to be so much fun.

Yeah, it is!

Whoa...! So this is a bridal fair!

Wow, there's so many people...

And it's not just couples here.
I'm also seeing a lot of families and groups of friends.

Yeah!
It looks like a fun event for all ages.

Hehe. It certainly does.
Now, where should we begin?

Based on this map, the dress exhibit is straight ahead... To the left is all the accessory shops...

Oh, hey! They even have a wedding hall that you can check out! I'd love to see that!

There's so much to do...

Yes, and every booth also seems to have quite a lot to offer. It may be difficult to see everything in one day...

Yeah. You two have until this evening, right?

Yes, since I'm also scheduled to work today. I plan to head over to Ms. Yoisaki's house this evening after spending the day here.

Then, instead of trying to see everything in the time we have, we should probably prioritize the things we really wanna check out.

So, where do you two wanna go?

I'll leave this up to you two since I haven't really read up on this fair.

There are a couple places I'd like to go, but the map says they're pretty far from here... So, Akiyama, why don't we start with what you'd like to see?

Really?! Thanks!
Then, mind if we check out the dress exhibit first?

On top of the dresses made by famous designers, they have some that were made by amateurs who did well in their contest. I really wanna see those!

Yes, wedding dresses...
I've never seen one up close before, so that could be fun.

Hehe. Then, shall we?

Whoa...!

I don't believe it! This is so awesome!
Look at all these dresses on display...! And they're all absolutely gorgeous!

Yes, they are...

It's hard not to be overwhelmed by how glamorous they are when you're this close.

Haha. I get what you mean!
I mean, check out the skirt on this one!

The skirt?

It's called a princess cut.
These are the kinds of dresses with super fluffy skirts that you see a lot in fairy tales! And the bow on the back of this one is so cute!

Yes, it's so big.

I know, right?! Oh, this one's a pantsuit dress! Talk about trendy! And the lace on the back's so detailed!

Oh, it even has slits!
I really like that. It gives it more of a mature feel.

Akiyama seems to be enjoying this very much.

Mizuki likes cute clothing a lot. Just looking at that excitement makes me glad I was able to invite an extra friend.

Haha. Sorry, you two...!
I sort of don't know what to do with myself...

No, I understand how you feel since I also occasionally make my own clothes.

You do?! So do I!
We could totally be sewing buddies!

Yes, I have a feeling that you two would get along really well. On the other hand, I don't really understand the appeal of dresses...

No, Kanade, don't say that!
I really want you to see how amazing these wedding dresses are too!

Oh, I know! It'd involve me talking a lot, but what if I commentate as we walk around? That might make things more fun!

Oh, sure...
That might really help.

Awesome! Then, let's start with the skirt on this mermaid dress! It's called that because...

*Sigh*
They had so many dresses just in that one exhibit.

Yes, and I learned so much.
It was fun having you explain each one, Mizuki.

Really? That's great to hear!
Well, there's a bunch of other stuff left to check out, so wanna head over to our next stop?!

Yes, let's!

These must be the accessory shops...
They have tiaras, bracelets, necklaces...
And they're all so beautiful...

Oh, you can even try them on.
Kanade, let's see how this tiara looks on you!

Wait, me...? Sure, but...

Oh wow...!
It looks so pretty on you, Ms. Yoisaki.

She's right! You don't dress up enough, Kanade! So, since we're here, try on this necklace! And this bracelet!

Okay, but...
Oh, they're so heavy...

Haha! Don't worry! They look amazing on you!

Hehe. You'd probably look like a real princess if you were to put one of those dresses on.

Y-You think so...?

That workshop was so much fun!
And we got to make these matching bracelets!

Thank you both for helping me with the tricky parts. Mine wouldn't have turned out this well if you hadn't.

Honami deserves most of the credit.
I saw you had nimble fingers, but you also did a really great job of explaining what to do. You were like everyone's favorite kindergarten teacher.

R-Really...?
That might be because I actually taught kindergarten for a day. Anyway, I'm glad I could help.

Hm? What's going on over there?
A lot of people seem to be gathering...

Let's see... That seems to be the fashion show for wedding dresses and tuxedos. How about we go take a quick look since we're here?

Okay!

This is way too much fun!
And we haven't even covered half of it! Talk about an amazing fair!

Yes, every booth had such interesting things to see.
Where should we go ne—

Oh...

(Is she starting to get tired...?
We have been walking nonstop since this morning. Also, Ms. Yoisaki isn't particularly fond of crowds...)

Oh, that reminds me. The corner for the bouquet exhibit's supposed to be around here somewhere. I was hoping to take a look at it, so would it be okay if we went there next?

Ooh, I wanna check it out too!
How about you, Kanade?

Oh, um... Sure...

Wow, these are so pretty...!
They've got so many different types too. Round, oval and even wreaths!

Yes, not only that...
It smells very nice here somehow...

It must be all the fresh-cut flowers.
The roses, the lilies of the valley... So many gentle fragrances all mixing together. It's very soothing.

Yeah, definitely! And there aren't that many people here, probably since this exhibit's way in the back. We can relax here for a bit.

Yes, that sounds nice...

Oh...

Thank you, Ms. Mochizuki...

*Sigh*
We saw so much. It's almost noon, so let's find a place where we can sit and have lunch.

Do you know if there's anywhere good around here?

Oh, there's a nice-looking cafe right by this event center. Rumor has it that the food's very good.

Nice! Honami with the good intel!
Alright, let's go check it out!

Okay.

And after we've had a filling lunch, let's get right back to it and make the most of our afternoon!

Yes, let's!