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Graceful Punishment [English Translation]

TL: shiro QC: mia

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青ざめた月明かり　白い肌滑らせて 食い込む甘い枷　そっと落とすKissing, a-ah Love and Crime, Laugh and Cry, Uncontrollable キツく縛る愛はTrouble 秘めた衝動のCrash　もっと深く感じさせて

The pale glow of the moonlight slides down your white skin Those sweet shackles cut into you, Kissing your flesh tenderly, a-ah Love and Crime, Laugh and Cry, Uncontrollable This intense binding love is Trouble The Crash caused by my hidden urges, let me feel it more deeply

囚われてる意味さえ　わかってない瞳(め)に映してMy girl さあよく見てごらん　たった一人だけの君のPrison guard 同じ罪を背負い　同じ罰を受けよう 誰にも侵せない（Love prison）二人だけの世界

Even when I take you captive, your eyes seem to still be clueless My girl Now take a good look, at your very own personal Prison guard Let us share the same sins, let us receive the same punishments I won't let anyone invade it (Love Prison) It's a world just for the two of us

Who is knocking?　聞こえない Who is knocking?　届かない 溶けあう息づかい　二度と開かない愛の牢獄 繋がれたまま　二人朽ちる果てで 永遠になれる　Tu-la-tu-la, それこそがTrue love 支配すら服従と倒錯のPerfect crime 裁きはこの胸に　Graceful Punishment

Who is knocking? We can't hear it Who is knocking? It can't reach us Our breaths become one, this is a prison of love that shall never be opened We have been connected now, we will rot away here until the very end This will become eternity, tu-la-tu-la, that is True love It's a Perfect crime of perversion and submission, and even domination Judge this very heart, Graceful Punishment

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official 10th anniversary shuffle project website

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Princess Kaguya/Get Along 3

Arashi: I guess I did. I’m just glad things didn’t go as badly as I thought they would.

Event Story Characters: Tatsumi, Arashi Writer: Akira

A few hours later

Tatsumi: “Welcome to Kazehaya-senpai’s confessional. Today we are joined by Knights’ graceful cavalier—Narukami Arashi-san ♪”

Arashi: “Nice to meet you, everyone ♪ I’m Narukami Arashi from Knights. Thanks for having me ♪”

Tatsumi: “Fufu, I’m sure our kouhais will be at ease with your cheerful voice, Arashi-san.”

“The purpose of this program is for me to impart advice and answers to my troubled kouhais listening in and my guests..”

“Actually, our guest Arashi-san is part of the Shuffle Unit I will perform with—Getto Spectacle.”

Arashi: “We’ll appear in an educational show, so the unit will only exist for one day—but we’ll make sure it’s a great program, so please look forward to it ♪”

Tatsumi: “Well then, now that I have revealed why I’ve invited Arashi-san today, I’ll wrap up the advertising part. Have you ever listened to my program, Arashi-san?”

Arashi: “Ufufu, of course!”

“There’s the listener’s corner, “A suggestion box for senpai,” and of course there’s the talking segment, and a bunch of other stuff, right?"

“I know it’s partly because we work in the same field, but you’ve earned yourself quite the reputation amidst the people around me.”

“I keep hearing that the answers you give during your consultations really get right at the core issue.”

“I’m just so stoked to witness this live, I can’t contain myself ♪”

Tatsumi: “Fufu, you’re getting straight to the point, as expected. Then shall we start Senpai’s Mailbox segment at once?”

Arashi: “Yes, let’s soothe all our troubled kouhai-chans’ worries, Kazehaya-senpai ♪”

Arashi: …Phew, I’m glad the broadcast finished without a hitch.

Tatsumi: Indeed. And I was able to listen to your own confession, as well.

“I want to repent for eating sweets while I was on a diet,” was it? It was a pretty cute confession, and easy to respond to as well.

Arashi: Excuse me? My appetite is my greatest enemy—cravings aren’t cute, you know?

Tatsumi: Fufu. However, you looked like you started to unwind and talk more halfway through.

Arashi: I guess I did. I’m just glad things didn’t go as badly as I thought they would.

We had that entire mess in the morning so I got a little anxious, but this radio show really helped us get closer.

It was so much fun that I started thinking—if we got to know all the others in our shuffle unit one by one, we could become better friends…♪

But Tomoe-senpai’s behavior yesterday was just way~ too sudden!

It’s just so unreasonable to expect all of us to live together like one big family. If Knights did that, I doubt anyone would walk away unscathed—

That’s why I was anxious when I entered the recording booth with you. I just kept thinking, like, what would I even do if the mood turned sour…?

Ah~ I can’t believe this. I thought I could take this Shuffle Project in stride, but at this rate it’ll start affecting my other work.

Tatsumi: Hiyori-san was rushing, I agree.

Honestly, I think this training camp might be too high a hurdle for us.

ALKALOID is a different story, since we were in a critical situation…

We each have our own unique experiences and independence, so living together has put too much of a burden on us.

I need to apologize as well, since I supported Hiyori-san’s proposal.

Arashi: Same goes for me. I have a tendency to act recklessly, so I can’t exactly point fingers.

But this time Tomoe-senpai’s pushy side really popped out.

Tatsumi: Even so, God never gives us more than we can handle[1].

This is a great opportunity for us to experience work outside of our usual units. We shouldn’t just throw in the towel; let’s keep our eyes on the future.

Arashi: Getto Spectacle… I really want this to go smoothly.

Oh! What do you think about all of us going out for dinner tonight?

Our sleepover was decided so quickly that we didn’t have any time for it! We should have some proper conversation; I’m sure we’ll coexist in harmony after that.

Tatsumi: Great idea. I’d like for us to open our hearts to each other, since—

I want to become so close that we can share our feelings and our worries with each other—That is my wish.

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from the bible, specifically 1 Corinthians 10:13

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Princess Kaguya/Get Along 2

Kanata: it is an incredibly Dry day Today. if i dry up, i will die…

Event Story Characters: Tatsumi, Hokuto, Kanata, Hiyori, Arashi Writer: Akira

Same day, at night

Tatsumi: Well then, with this we have settled on our bathroom schedule and division of chores. All that’s left is is our sleeping arrangement.

There are two bunk beds, so one of us will have to sleep on the futon on the floor—

If it’s all the same to you, I’ll sleep on the futon. Then you just have to decide on who sleeps in which bed.

Hokuto: No, I don't mind sleeping on the floor.

I slept on the floor a lot when I stayed overnight at the school.

Also I’ve been wondering since the SS qualifying rounds in Hokkaido, but your leg still hasn't made a complete recovery, has it?

Tatsumi: Forgive me; I didn’t mean to make you worry.

If you’re referring to that old injury, there’s nothing to worry about. But since you are generously offering me a bed, I shall take one of the bottom bunks.

Kanata: then i will take the Top bunk~♪ if i do not feel the steam of the Humidifier, i will Dry up.

Sunshine-san will take the Top bunk as well, correct?

Hiyori: Of course! Since I’m the leader, I want to be in the perfect position to look over everyone ♪

Arashi: Fufu, that means I’ll be taking the other bottom bunk.

Well, that was settled easy-peasy, so let’s enjoy our time living together from here out ♪

2 hours later

Tatsumi: My apologies, Kanata-san, but would you mind getting out of the bath soon?

I'm the last one, so I have no problem taking my bath later, but if you don’t finish soon, bedtime will creep up right behind us.

Kanata: oh, no, it is already that Late?

i am sorry. i did not realize i was taking a Long bath…♪

puka, puka… splish, splash…♪

Tatsumi: Um, Kanata-san. Are you by chance still playing in the bath …?

Kanata: fufufu. i would not do something like that~ i just want to soak a little longer…♪

Arashi: ……

(Hmm… Seems like I’m not able to fall asleep like usual. I wonder if it's because my pillow and bedding are different.)

(Also I have this feeling… like there’s some kind of noise keeping me from my beauty sleep? It feels like I’ve heard this weird sound before…)

Hokuto: “(whispering) Please… Please listen to my wish! This is our last chance…!”

Arashi: Hm…?

Hokuto: “Please do something, anything. …It’s the only thing I’ll ever wish for!"

Arashi: Hokuto-chan, please. Are you reading a script in your futon?

I can hear your voice even from this distance. It’s already this late—let’s just go to sleep and get ready for tomorrow, okay?

Hokuto: So you were awake, Narukami.

I know it’s better to go to bed early but… We don’t have much time to practice, and our main focus for this job is the recital. I have to really buckle down.

Arashi: I get how you’re feeling, but if you keep mumbling to yourself in the middle of the room, I won’t be able to sleep.

Your voice carries, so it feels more like you’re chanting Buddhist prayers in the middle of the night.

Hokuto: I see. I didn’t want it to come to this, but there’s nothing I can do if you can still hear me from in bed. I’ll go practice outside.

Arashi: Ngh… It’s so so so so cold! Hokuto-chan, can you please shut the door?

Sigh~ And now I’m wide awake. Please don’t let something like this doesn’t happen again…

Hiyori: Oh my, winter mornings sure are chilly! But it’s exhilarating, isn’t it!

Usually I wake up all alone, so having someone to wake me up is refreshing~

Tatsumi: Haha, I got used to waking up my roommates ever since I started rooming with Aira-san. But perhaps I was holding back a bit too much; it was surprisingly difficult.

However, if you don’t mind, I’ll keep waking you up for the rest of the week. This much is just child’s play after all.

Back when I was living in the old dorm, I had to keep my head on straight, as a senpai. So I made sure I was early to bed and early to rise.

Today I have a radio recording with Arashi-san on the schedule. It’s a great opportunity, so I’d like to talk about our Shuffle Project ♪

Arashi: Yaaawn…

Tatsumi: Oh my. Arashi-san, that's a pretty big yawn.

The rest of us are already up and at ‘em—could it be you’re not a morning person? Fufu, yet another thing I wouldn’t have known without this training camp.

Arashi: That's sooo not it! I just had trouble falling asleep last night.

Ohh geez~ This is the worst way to wake up. At least I can use makeup to look presentable.

Okay, I’m making a guest appearance on Kazehaya-senpai’s radio show today; I’ll have to wash my face in the bathroom, hype myself up…

Kanata: arashi~ can you get out of the way, please?

it is an incredibly Dry day Today. if i dry up, i will die…

Arashi: I’m sorry, but I literally just started my skincare routine…!

Can you wait a little longer? You don’t have lessons until noon today, so I should have priority.

Kanata: eeeeh~?

Hokuto: Sorry Shinkai-senpai, can I use the bathroom next? I have school today, so I have to get ready soon.

Kanata: booooo~ … fine. being Late is strictly prohibited, after all.

sigh… sweet, beautiful water, i miss you…

oh, i know. there is a Bath right next to us, right? i will use the Shower…♪

Hokuto: Wha—?! T–turn the shower off right now, Shinkai-senpai! The water is spraying all over!

Ngh, at this rate, I won’t make it to school in time…!

Kanata: oh, sorry. seems like i made a Mistake.

Tatsumi: (…Hmm. We’re not falling into step at all. Just as expected, it's pretty difficult for a temporary unit to find a sense of unity.)

(I was even going to prepare sandwiches for us to have for breakfast, but from the looks of it, it would be better to just wait and see how this will turn out.)

Hiyori: …How disappointing.

And this Shuffle Project was supposed to be my last job.

Tatsumi: Oh? Hiyori-san, did you say something?

Hiyori: Nope! Just talking to myself! There’s no need for you to know!

That aside, don’t you want to eat breakfast with everyone? You’re not you when you are hungry, after all!

Tatsumi: Ah—yes. You’re right, Hiyori-san. I was just about to prepare my breakfast.

……

(Hiyori-san said this was his “last job” just now, didn’t he? Or could it be that I misheard…?)

(No, I’m certain that was…)

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Princess Kaguya/Directory

The Shuffle Project this time is themed after Princess Kaguya as a tie-in with a popular educational TV program. The five members plan to lodge together, but they can’t seem to get in sync. It is then that Hiyori reveals a secret to the others...

Prologue

Get Along 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7

One Night Spectacle 1 | 2 | 3 | 4

Epilogue 1 | 2 | 3

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Princess Kaguya/Get Along 1

Hokuto: Then I’ll tell you my wish as well.

Event Story Characters: Hokuto, Kanata, Tatsumi, Arashi, Hiyori Writer: Akira

One hour later

Hokuto: So this is the room ALKALOID stayed in when they lived in the old dorm.

It’s almost spotless. It’s older, so I was expecting it to look more outdated. But these amenities will be no problem for our short stay.

Kanata: the Shower runs, as well~ in that case, it seems like i do not have to worry about Soaking in the bathtub.

Tatsumi: Fufu, what kind of room were you two expecting?

Nowadays, shows like Bogie Time use the old dorm as temporary lodging. It looks like cleaners come through quite frequently.

Arashi: Ufufu, then that’s just perfect for our training camp ♪

But you gave us such a short time to get ready. I was in a frenzy rushing to grab all my makeup and beauty supplies from my usual room!

Hiyori: I’m getting you into the mindset of performing Princess Kaguya! Our retelling is about granting the wish of our friend just when they’re about to graduate—

It’s all part of getting into your role. It’ll be a problem if you can’t answer to unreasonable demands[1] like that, you know?

Arashi: Oh my! Looks like Tomoe-senpai’s entered work mode.

Tatsumi: Quite the drill sergeant, aren't we? Seems like we won’t have any time to relax.

Hiyori: Mhmmm~? I think an ES idol should be able to do that much—

Oooooh, I’ve got a good idea. Will you hear me out?

Tatsumi: A good idea?

Hiyori: Yep. It’s not everyday we get to room together to prepare for roles, so why don’t we write one of our wishes on some strips of paper?

We can work on making everyone’s wishes come true one by one—With this, we can deepen our bonds with each one we grant!

So! That’s that~ I’ve got a notepad you can write on! I’ll go first!

As the leader, I want this Shuffle Project to succeed. That’s my wish ☆

Tatsumi: That’s a nice endeavor. I’m sure we’ll be able to make the most of the short time before the show.

Well then, I wrote down that I want to help Hokuto-san with granting his wish. How does that sound?

Hokuto: Help me…?

Tatsumi: Yes. I did terrible things to you during the SS preliminaries in Hokkaido. If I could atone for that, it would make me wonderfully happy.

Hokuto: No, don’t worry about it, Kazehaya-senpai.

That was a battle. ALKALOID had no other option but to devise a plan to win against Trickstar.

I am all in favor of granting wishes, but please don’t just assume what my feelings are.

Although this unit is temporary, we’re now comrades aiming for the same goal, aren’t we?

Tatsumi: Hokuto-san—I appreciate your consideration.

Well then, shall I think about a different wish now? I’d like to take this as an opportunity to do some good deeds, without taking advantage of Hokuto-san’s kindness.

Kanata: fufu. tatsumi and hokuto, already look like the Bestest of friends. i am a little jelly.

Shuffle Units are different from normal Units, it is more like a few people teaming up and exchanging Ideas~ the Wishes part is also not a bad idea.

since i am used to fulfilling Wishes, yes?

Tatsumi: ? Somehow it feels like there’s a hidden meaning in that… Could it be that you have volunteering experience?

Kanata: fufu, nope~ i do not ♪

now then, my wish is to go Swimming with everyone ♪

Arashi: Swimming in winter…? If you’re not talking about a hot spring, you’ll end up catching a cold.

Hiyori: But such an irrational wish like that is no problem at all! Compared to Princess Kaguya’s unreasonable demands, this is a piece of cake—

Is there anyone else who wants to say their wish? C’mon, c’mon~ don’t hold back ♪

Arashi: Ufufu, then I’ll go next.

“I want to arrange cute looks for everyone.” …How’s that ♪

Hokuto: Looks…?

Arashi: Yeah~ It’s better to wish for something that can’t be granted easily, right? Since this is a rare opportunity, I thought I’d like to give everyone a little glow up~

I think all of you, both my senpais and Hokuto-chan, have something that’ll suit you ♪ Sooo~ Please ♪

Hokuto: I–I see. I don’t even want to think about it, but this is all for the sake of getting into the role.

Hokuto: Then I’ll tell you my wish as well.

I want our broadcast to be the best in the entirety of the show’s history. I want to devote everything I have to it.

Hiyori: Mhm~ That goes without saying! You should be more like Princess Kaguya and think of a wish that’s hard to fulfil!

Tatsumi: Fufu, With the five of us, I think just aligning our tempos will be difficult enough.

Reaching a mutual understanding won’t be easy—but that makes those wonderful times when we’re successful all the more memorable.

Which brings me to this: My wish is for all of us to become close enough that we can share even deep emotions and worries with each other ♪

Hiyori: Mhm~ That’s a little vague… Oh well, there’s nothing more unproductive than creating problems that don’t exist.

And like I said; my wish is to lead this Shuffle Project to success.

Fufu, then let’s get this show on the road, my dear, dear Getto Spectacle friends~

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another reference to princess kaguya! okay story time: Princess Kaguya, or originally titled The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, is about Kaguya, who was discovered as a baby inside a glowing bamboo plant. she attracts five suitors who want to marry her, and kaguya, in response, gives them impossible tasks to chase them away. keep in mind that all of them still tried to fulfil her tasks; hence hiyori’s scolding

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Princess Kaguya/Prologue

Hiyori: It’s also the best for my—

The best for the final performance of the idol Tomoe Hiyori.

Event Story Characters: Tatsumi, Hokuto, Arashi, Kanata, Hiyori Writer: Akira

Season: Winter

Location: Princess Kaguya Stage

Tatsumi: —So this will be the stage for our modern remake of Princess Kaguya.

Hokuto: How should I put this… It's a very creative stage design.

Arashi: Still, lots of effort went into this setup.

Kanata: the stage is glittering everywhere—as if it is giving its blessing to Sunshine-san’s Departure.

Hiyori: Yes yes! Nothing but the best to adorn Getto Spectacle's grand finale!

It’s also the best for my—

The best for the final performance of the idol Tomoe Hiyori.

One week earlier. Mid January, in the ES Meeting Room.

Hokuto: "Shuffle Unit" — "Getto Spectacle"[1]

So that's the unit name we will use for this project, Anzu.

Hiyori: What a nice surprise!

Hokuto: And the plan for this Shuffle Project is a recording for DJ Classics-kun, a popular educational program that creates modern adaptations of classic tales.

Hiyori: I heard we're in charge of retelling the modern adaption of Princess Kaguya—and we're singing the theme song, too. That's what this group is for, right?

Getting to perform Princess Kaguya is super Pretty! Don't you think so, Arashi-chan?

Arashi: Absolutely. Asking me to join the project is super Pretty of you too, Anzu-chan!

Hokuto: …Don't make this whole conversation about being Pretty.

That aside, Anzu, I want to hear how exactly we ended up with this selection of members.

I get Tomoe-senpai and Narukami-senpai, but I'm curious why Kazehaya-senpai, Shinkai-senpai, and I were chosen.

Kanata: i was curious about that, as well.

i am not really confident in my Acting Skills. would you not be very worried if i took this job?

Tatsumi: I assume we’ll be getting the script for the performance soon. I would also like to confirm how the five of us will reimagine Princess Kaguya.

Hm. So you say Prince Kaguya was adapted into a story about five modern high school boys, and it has to do with them parting ways.

Hokuto: Oh, I see. The show producer who proposed the project saw our work as PriBoys[2]. And that's why he gave Shinkai-senpai and I the job offer.

Hiyori: PriBoys? That sounds like a pretty interesting job.

Tatsumi: The "Pri" comes from prince, which was the theme for their gravure shoot.

If I recall correctly, StarPro got an offer for a job like that.

Hiyori: Oooh~ It’s a very interesting job.

If it's a job for StarPro, then I obviously had nothing to do with it. But I would have loved to take on the job too, you know?

Ah well, there's no need for me to be a prince, since I'm already everyone's sun!

Arashi: Ufufu. If we focus on the Pretty side of things, we may be able to strike a good balance.

Hokuto: What do you even mean by Pretty?

Hiyori: Fufu. That's a code word among us Pretty 5, right Arashi-chan?

Arashi: Yep, it sure is, Tomoe-senpai ♪

Hokuto: …I shouldn’t have asked.

Kanata: that is for the best. we have gotten off Topic.

i know that hokuto and i were Chosen because of the Prince photoshoot.

but tatsumi did not become a Prince, did he?

was there another Reason?

Tatsumi: I've been wondering about that as well.

The one who received the offer for the PriBoys job wasn't me—it was Hiiro-san. Going off that, he should have been the member of ALKALOID who was chosen for this, if anything.

I see. So the producer of this plan is familiar with my past work. I appreciate that, even though there’s been a gap in activity.

Well then, we'll perform the modern Princess Kaguya with the five of us for the Shuffle Project.

I think we should start practicing as soon as possible in preparation for the show.

We have limited time as well, so I think deciding who will take charge—thereby, our leader—would make everything go more smoothly.

Is there anyone who would like to take up the mantle?

Hiyori: Oh, me! Me! I want to be the leader!

Hokuto: Someone's excited.

Hiyori: Well—it's not like there's anyone else suitable for the job.

Hokuto: I suppose if we look at achievements or experience, that’s not wrong—but I want to hear the others' opinions as well.

Kanata: i think that's fine~ he has experience as a leader, and so i would say he is Suitable.

Arashi: I agree. Since he's Eve's leader too, I have no objections.

Tatsumi: There aren't any issues on my end as well.

Hiyori: Yes yes! Looks like it's unanimous. Now then, as your leader, I know exactly how we should go forward.

If I remember right, you filmed a movie for one of those Shuffle Projects, right? They mentioned doing a training camp at the mansion.

Sooo, why don't we have one of our very own in the old building of Starmony Hall to strengthen our bonds with each other?

Hokuto: Wh…! You want us to live together? That's pretty sudden, Tomoe-senpai…?!

Hiyori: But there isn't much time before the show! It’s better to just dive head-first into it instead of wasting all our time worrying about it. So let's all room together and be besties!

Now that it’s decided, let’s all get packed up to go!

There's still time before we have to return to the moon[3], so let's enjoy this extraordinary day while we still can. That’s fine weather…♪

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that’s a pun. Like 月都 means moon capital but hapiele felt the need to tell us it’s also ゲット which literally means get

first established in White Lily (gacha story)

a reference to the princess kaguya tale

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Get Your Head in the Game

Izumi: I get you. It’s like your precious childhood friend has been taken away from you—you must feel pretty lonely.

Izumi Sub Story Characters: Izumi, Keito, Chiaki, Eichi Writer: Yuuki Yoshino

Season: Autumn

Location: Gym

Izumi: …………

(God, gym class is such a major pain. Dance lessons are enough to keep us in shape, so why do these classes still exist?)

(And today it's volleyball of all things... What will they do if I jam my finger? Is the school going to take responsibility?)

Keito: Sena.

Izumi: Hm…? What do you want, Hasumi. I'm sure I haven't done anything to prompt a lecture from you.

Keito: I didn't call out to you to reprimand you. I came to ask you to pair up with me.

Izumi: Ah right, we’re practicing passing or something before the scrimmage. Sure, I guess. C’mon toss it over. I’ll throw it back or whatever.

Keito: Don't “whatever” me; put your back into it. Well, you may say that, but you do take your classes seriously. I'm sure you'll put in the effort.

Izumi: Don't pair up with me if you’re just gonna act like my keeper. You have your childhood friend Tenshouin, so why don't you ask him?

Keito: For some reason, he always pairs up with Morisawa before I can ask him.

Izumi: Ah… Now that you mention it, they are always together whenever we have to group up in pairs.

Keito: I’m glad Eichi’s getting along with his friends… I don’t get why he pairs up with Morisawa before I get to ask him.

Izumi: I get you. It’s like your precious childhood friend has been taken away from you—you must feel pretty lonely.

I also have something of a childhood friend—Yuu-kun. We grew up together.

I get really annoyed when he’s being friendly with someone; and when I see him having fun chatting with other guys my blood just starts boiling.

Keito: No, I wouldn’t say I go that far. I mean, don’t you think he’ll hate you if you’re too clingy?

Izumi: Not at all! You don’t even know anything!

…But yeah, I was really, totally worried that he might hate me back in spring.

We’ve been able to talk more and more recently, I asked about what’s going on with him, and I get now that he doesn’t hate me at all.

If you’re this worked up about it, why don’t you ask Tenshouin? Like, “Why are you pairing up with Morisawa instead of me?”

Keito: I’m not a child, there’s no reason to ask that.

Izumi: You're so stubborn… But it’s none of my business anyway, so if you’re okay with it then it’s whatever.

Keito: Hmm. More importantly, stop chattering so that we can practice.

Izumi: Okay~ Then I’ll start with the underpass~ ……

Ouch!

Chiaki: S-Sorry! Sena, the ball I threw hit the back of your head, didn’t it? I’m so sorry!

Izumi: Huuuh? If you could fix things with an apology we wouldn’t need the police, now, would we?

Chiaki: Y-Yeah. You’re right. Sooo, should I grovel at your feet then?

I’m taking lessons from Isara on how to prostrate yourself nicely, so just watch what I can do!

Izumi: You’re learning that stuff from your juniors…? I know I went off on you earlier, but I’m not hurt, so I’ll let you off this time.

Chiaki: Thanks! You're so kind, Sena ♪

Izumi: Wai—who said you could hug me! Just what kind of practice have you been doing?! You reek of sweat!

Eichi: Fufu. Sena-kun and Chiaki get along well, don’t they? I’m so jealous…♪

Izumi: If you’re so jealous then get this guy away from me already. You guys are like, besties or something, aren't you?

Chiaki: Yep! That's right ♪

Eichi: No, not at all. Chiaki is just a classmate to me.

Chiaki: There you go again~ Even though whenever I ask you for a favor, you always just say, "Don't worry about it; we're friends, after all."

I guess it's too embarrassing to say we're friends in front of our classmates. You shy bean, you ☆

Eichi: Oh dear, it would be quite troublesome if people start misunderstanding. Hey Chiaki, if you keep repeating yourself I will cut our ties even as classmates.

Chiaki: Eh? Don't say that! I'll apologize, so let's stay good friends from now on…☆

Eichi: Uwah… It's like Sena-kun says: you smell like sweat.

We've been doing the same exercise, yet you sweat far more than I do. I envy your active metabolism.

Keito: …………

Eichi: Oh, Keito? I’ll get self-conscious if you stare at me like that. Is there something on my face? Other than my eyes, nose and mouth, of course.

Keito: Hmph. I'd be surprised if there was anything else.

Eichi: Well, if I had three eyes, that'd make me a monster. Keito, if you have something to say, say it. You have a mouth, don't you?

Keito: Hmph. That’s an annoying way of putting it.

Eichi: All the same to you, Keito. Your ears heard me properly, didn't they?

Izumi: Jeez, could you not have your lover's quarrel right in front of me? So~ annoying. See, there's your chance to talk to Tenshouin.

Keito: I said it's fine, stop butting in……

Eichi: It would be troublesome if people take our conversation to be a fight.

Keito, I'm sure you have some thoughts since I paired up with Chiaki today as well, right?

Keito: I don't care who you pair up with. I just got to thinking since you keep acting before I even get to call out to you.

Eichi: That’s because if I don’t, you’ll want to pair up with me so you can hover around me like a helicopter. Isn’t that right?

I'm not a child anymore; I don’t like when my childhood friend, who's my same age no less, behaves like my mother.

For the record, I'm choosing Chiaki because he's the safest choice out of everyone in Class A.

Keito: I see… You're right. You aren't the same as back then anymore. I can't keep on poking my nose into your business.

Izumi: Look, see? You solved your problem just by talking. People don't want to be treated like kids once they're out of elementary school.

Chiaki: I don't really get it, but shouldn't we move to the court? The scrimmage is about to start and we’ve still got to decide on teams.

Hmm… It's like fate that we've come together like this, so why don't we form a team?

Izumi: Oh right, that thing… I was gonna just half-ass it to avoid jamming my finger but, well.

In a match there's only win or lose. And losing would piss me off.

Fine, then, I'll step up my game. You guys better not drag me down…♪

TLC/QC: ciel