#morganatic idol

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+ONE by Ikemen Series: New Game Reveal!

Morganatic Idol┊モルガナティック・アイドル

『 A once in a lifetime luxurious and premium romance 』

Morganatic Idol (モルガナティック・アイドル) is a new game by +ONE, a sublabel of CYBIRD, in collaboration with ABC Frontier.

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There are two idol groups in the game, namely exe Creed and Gem Cuddle.

The members of exe Creed are Xeno (CV: Eguchi Takuya), Ivy (CV: Enoki Junya), Jace (CV: Nishiyama Koutarou), Finn (CV: Takeuchi Shunsuke), and Hugh (CV: Chiba Shouya).

Members of Gem Cuddle are Miu (CV: Amasaki Kouhei), Hitaki (CV: Saito Soma), and Nagi (CV: Nozuyama Yukihiro).

The specific date for the game's release is still unannounced, but it will be released in Spring 2024, so stay tuned for more information~

Check out their first song! → 'Break Away' by exe Creed

Promotional Video:

https://youtu.be/WIIIC2mC7Nc?si=52RV6fzHD_C4QmFQ

Official Sites:

Website┊X/Twitter

YouTube┊LINE

[ikemen-translations]

Morganatic Idol Prologue 1/10

Just as each star shines differently, each person has a different charm.

I believe that everyone has their own brilliance.

However... sometimes there are stars that emit light many times more intense.

The sparkle is so intense and dazzling...

The light is so strong that it blurs the surrounding stars, attracting everyone, making them yearn for something... and sometimes even giving them the courage to live.

I never knew that there were such overwhelmingly beautiful stars until I met them.

This is my Cinderella Story, guided by those dazzling stars...

Office

The sound of someone typing on a keyboard echoes in the noisy office

(I think this is fine)

After I finished entering the data, I let out a sigh.

(All you have to do is check it and submit it, and all your morning work is done)

Eiko Mori: Mr. Kawanaga, have you done what I asked you to do?

MC: Ah, Mori-san. Yes, please check it

Mori: Then next time, please hurry up more and give me a copy of the document

Interrupting my words, Mori-san quickly placed a stack of materials on the desk

MC: "Oh, I understand..."

I sigh softly as I listen her leaving with the sound of heels clicking.

(Additional work, huh? It can't be helped. let's hurry and get it done!)

This is Aegis Public Holdings, a company located in Tokyo.

It's a major advertising agency that handles a wide range of advertising on TV, magazines, internet, etc.

The department that produces advertisements is the Create Division, I work here as a temporary employee

When I was looking for a job, I went to the final interview at Aegis and unfortunately failed.

(I was really disappointed at that time. Fortunately I was able to get a job offer in another industry...)

I had always dreamed of becoming an advertising planner, and I just couldn't give up on working for Aegis.

That's why I chose to become a temporary employee

(When I think about that, I can't keep whining)

(I've always admired Aegis for a long time. And being able to work in the Create Division is an amazing thing in itself)

Lunch break

As i walked through a nearby park with my lunch in hand, I remembered the materials I had copied earlier.

(If I remember correctly, that was a commercial for drinking water that Mr. Mori worked on)

(That's amazing... I want to do someting big like that someday)

Mr. Mori is a full-time employee and the leader of the team I belong to. She is said to be the ace of the department.

The other employees are all people who have built up their careers through their upbringing.

(Everyone is doing a good job, looks stylish, and is full of confidence)

It's so sparkly and dazzling... I still don't have that kind of confidence...

(I mainly work as an assistant, and I don't have enough experience to be involved in the main work...)

Even in eating lunch , the difference is obvious... I make my own lunch to save money but the full-time employees get a special lunch from a fancy restaurant

(... No, no, no... The bento that I took so much effort to make won't taste as good but It's ok)

I Shake my head to get rid of the dark feeling

(I got into Aegis anyway, so now I'll work steadily and gain solid experience)

And... someday, I want to be promoted to a full-time position, create wonderful advertisements and give dreams to others

Just as I was once encouraged by an advertisement I saw when I was feeling down... that is my dream

(Okey, let's do our best this afternoon too!)

Office

(What is it? It's kind of noisy)

Manager: Everyone, listen please! The sales department has just landed an incredibly large project!

The section manager looks excited and speaks in front of everyone

Manager: It's a commercial for a new perfume from the major French brand "Esance"!

Manager: This product will be rolled out worldwide, and of course the commercial will be aired all over the world!

MC: The whole world!?

(Amazing! But why did such a worldwide project go to a Japanese agency?)

Manager: Actually, this time, Ezans has specified the image character to be used in the commercial

Manager: Exe Creed!

At that moment, the screams of female employees rang out

Exe Creed is a Japanese male idol group that is popular all over the world

Their strength lies in self-production, from song writing, composition and choreography to costume design and stage direction

With their outstanding singing and dancing, they quickly exploded in popularity as soon as they were formed and rose to the top

Their momentum is not limited to Japan, but they are a global group that has topped the American hit charts

(Even I, who don't know anything about idols, know about it)

There is not a day that goes by that I don't see them in the media and I hear that they have many passionate fans all over the world

(I see... The reason Ezans entrusted the commercial to Japan was to use Exe Creed)

(But up until now, famous Hollywood actresses have always done the commercials for Ezans)

(Japanese idol... and It's outrageous that a man is nominated...!?)

Apparently, the advertising agency that will handle this project will be decided through a competition between multiple companies

Manager: We will definitely win, we are putting the prestige of our company on the line!

The enthusiastic manager said something even more surprising

Since the person chosen was a world-famous idol we asked for a wider rang of opinions but in the end, all employees seem to be able to come up with plans, regardless of department or position

(This is a great opportunity! Even as a temporary worker, I might be able to be involved in creating advertisements from the planning stage...!)

My heart pounded violently. The feeling of "I want to try it" overflows

Female employee 1: If I'm selected does that mean I will be able to meet the Exes?

Female employee 2: I'll do it!

Mori: It's amazing that It's on a global scale and It's with Exes, I can't miss it!

While the office is buzzing with excitement, a fire is burning inside my heart. I was thinking of a plan, and I started to feel anxious.

I'll show them what I can do!

(Let's do it. I'll think of a plan and I'll definitely grab this chance!)

Next

[shiro-luvs-victor]

Ikemen MCs be like;

Ikepri Emma: Kind-hearted and Sassy bitch

Ikegen Yoshino: Kind-hearted and Masochist seductress

Ikevil Kate: Kind-hearted and Pleasant angel

Morudoru Rina: Kind-hearted and Realistic middle class woman

[reccyls]

Morganatic Idol, new +ONE game

Official Site | Official X/Twitter

As the name suggests, it's an idol-themed game, following the usual Ikemen games format in terms of game systems. The MC wants to work in advertising and has the chance to work on a perfume commercial with exe Creed, a famous idol group.

Character design by bikku

Characters & VAs:

exe Creed

Xeno (Eguchi Takuya) | Ivy (Enoki Junya) | Jace (Nishiyama Koutarou)

Finn (Takeuchi Shunsuke) | Hugh (Chiba Shouya)

Gem Cuddle

Miu (Amasaki Kouhei) | Hitaki (Saitou Souma) | Nagi (Nozuyama Yukihiro)

Videos

Official PV

Break Away, performed by exe Creed

[ikemenfangirl]

Morganatic Idol - otome game on mobile JP🇯🇵

📍 You aim to become a media planner. An unprecedented opportunity has come your way.

Work with world famous super idol "exe Creed"

It's a commercial project for a new fragrance and the conditions for presenting it are to be with them!?

：Title: Morganatic Idol

：By: Cybird, ABC Frontier

：Platform: iOS, Andoid

：Language: Japanese

：Website: https://p-one.site/morganaticidol/

Release: coming soon!

เรื่องย่อ

คุณตั้งเป้าที่จะเป็นนักวางแผนโฆษณา และโอกาสที่ไม่เคยมีมาก่อนได้เข้ามาหาคุณ

ได้ทำงานร่วมกับซูเปอร์ไอดอลชื่อดังระดับโลก "exe Creed"

เป็นโปรเจ็กต์โปรโมทน้ำหอมใหม่และเงื่อนไขในการนำเสนอคือการอยู่ร่วมกับพวกเขา!?

📍 CAST

exe Creed

Xeno CV: Eguchi Takuya #江口拓也

Ivy CV: Enoki Junya #榎木淳弥

Jace CV: Nishiyama Kotaro #西山宏太朗

Finn CV: Takeuchi Shunsuke #武内駿輔

Hugh CV: Chiba Shoya #千葉翔也

Gem Cuddle

Miu CV: Amasaki Kohei #天﨑滉平

Hitaki CV: Saito Soma #斉藤壮馬

Nagi CV: Nozuyama Yukihiro #野津山幸宏

= OTHER =

Sakura Eito CV: Morikubo Showtaro #森久保祥太郎 (Producer of Aerolight Production)

Protaghonist (renameable)

CAST https://www.facebook.com/share/HZ8rPUeQ6yHfQJ8G/?mibextid=WC7FNe

MV : Break Away

JAPANESE Store

🤖 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.cybird.appli.android.moi.ja

🍎 iOS: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/id6451194770

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📍PRE- R€G.

X: https://twitter.com/morganatic_idol

LINE: https://lin.ee/TpZefMT

E-mail: https://p-one.site/morganaticidol/news/information/registration.html

Ikemen Series Fan Club: https://ikemen-fc.com/

Illustrator: Bikku (https://x.com/bikku__2)

[an-aroaces-harem]

Okay, just a random question because I see a lot of people having trouble with the last intimacy check or the amount of gold (or whatever free currency) needed for the last avatar challenge when they just started with any of Cybird's games. I mean when it's their first route and everything.

Is there someone else who NEVER had any trouble with that? I always feel so alone and weird that I never got stuck on intimacy or gold. And I play a total of 7 Cybird games, soon 8 once Villains drops in EN, so I can't have so much luck, right?

[dark-frosted-heart]

exe Creed and Gem Cuddle practice outfits

[ga-yuu]

Morganatic Idol Characters (My opinion!)

XENO

The more I look at him, the more I think he's beautiful. I really love the colours on him. I don't know if I would like his personality though...he is said to be arrogant, so I hope he is arrogant in a funny way like Yoritomo and not an arrogant silent type which I don't really enjoy. I generally don't enjoy silent types you only gives answer through stares. But looks-wise he's at top 3.

IVY

He's the big brother character of this game. Nothing more to say.

JACE

I won't sugar coat it. I don't like this guy. He looks nice (design-wise), but his personality type is girls. Even his bio tells that he had hook-ups with girls before his debut. That's not a bad thing, I just hope he doesn't end up like a cringy flirt who stares at the MC from head to toe like....you know what I mean, right? He's the flirty male lead, but I hope they give him a personality outside that like they did for Arthur and Sueharu.

FINN

There always needs to be body builder in the cast, same as there needs to be a flirty male character. I don't really care about him that much....but I'll acknowledge his presence...I guess. I'm not that into large men with ripped body (except for Benkei and Morinaga...and Ibuki and Kurama, the 4 Heavenly Brawny Kings!)

HUGH

You my dear sir, you're an angel! Hugh has to be my fav character because I'm so attracted to his beauty. From his bio, he looks to be like Ieyasu, very silent and always to himself, but he is also expressionless like Yoshitsune. He doesn't sound like a tsundere, but....IDK, I really like him! I did say that I don't like characters who reply with only stares, but he does feel warm like Yoshitsune.

MIU

This guy looks to be one of those characters who looks very friendly from outside, but inside is full of shit! Full of madness! Crazy madness. That's all I can say about him. I'm kinda interested.

HITAKI

Looks like a prince but inside is full of shit. I can feel Alphonse when he talks (ofc they both have the same va). He is one of those prince characters who will smile like this (⌒‿⌒) infront of his fans but when he's with MC, he is gonna tie her up, gag her and spank her 50 times for speaking to other men. I like him and he is at top 4 for now just for his looks.

NAGI

He's the maknae of the 2nd group. He looks to be the purest and innocent soul out the this crazy pool of male leads. I think I'll enjoy his presence.

Sakura Eito (I still have doubts about his name)

This guy......Hohoho...if you know me, I like my blonde hair blue eyes male leads. So you know this guy is gonna be my fav (unless his personality is boring) but dude...who cares about the male leads, when their producer and President of their company looks like this...But Hugh is still my fav. You are my 2nd fav.

MC - Rina Kawanaga

I have nothing to say about her design. Looks like a generic MC design so I hope her personality is interesting. Cybird how about hiring me just to create interesting looking MC. I have so many ideas for MCs for each ikemen games! It's not that difficult to create MCs with different personalities! What do you say? How about I create some fun MCs for you!? You don't have to pay me!!

Now these are just my initial impressions and will likely change once I start playing the game! So there is no need to be offended!

Editing me: Rina's eyes are supposed to be pink. Can't they use a much brighter shade!? To make it visible? I had to zoom into her eyes to check if they were brown or pink.

[spindlebeforesunset]

Wait a damn minute... I feel like I've seen you before

OH

Good evening TWST fandom

[haruneseira]

Rina Kawanaga (Morganatic Idol MC)

[archiveikemen]

Pre-Release Twitter Event

— Tweets From The Characters

This is a fan-made translation solely for entertainment purposes with no guaranteed perfection. I do not own any of the original content. Please support CYBIRD by buying their stories and playing their games. Reblogs appreciated.

❥･• Warnings and FAQ

This post will be updated each time there's a new post from the characters.

LAST UPDATED: 24.02.2024 @ 1PM JST

09.02.2024 — From: IVY

You did great at work or school today.

To those who have yet to end work/school, it's not easy, but keep pressing on till the end!

Don't push yourself too hard, understand your limits.

We'll have a good rest too and be ready for tomorrow!

See you tomorrow😊

11.02.2024 — From: JACE

I've just finished trying out the new stage outfits for our next live performance—!

I think they look amazing, so I hope all of you will look forward to seeing them 😘

I'd love to talk more about the highlights and share them with the fans who won't be able to attend our performance!

12.02.2024 — From: NAGI

You did a great job today!

Now it's time for you to have a good meal, wind down, and get a good night's sleep to re-energise yourself for tomorrow!

After I bathe, I'm might read the magazine that was newly published today before heading to bed~

See you again tomorrow!

13.02.2024 — From: FINN

Are you doing well today?

Let's cheer each other up:)

14.02.2024 — From: XENO

I had a meeting with the staff today regarding our next live performance.

I want to work closely with the staff and produce a performance that will be more enjoyable for everyone.

16.02.2024 — From: MIU

Good morning everyone💕

Did you have a good rest?

I'll work hard during work and training today to bring smiles and happiness to everyone✨

Keep fighting on at work and school, everyone!

17.02.2024 — From: SAKURA

exe Creed will be performing as the opening act for an outdoor music festival later day!

The members came down to the audience to have a look at the stage.

Seeing the big stage from the audience is exciting indeed.

Here's a behind-the-scenes picture of them!

18.02.2024 — From: HUGH

I luv my team♡

19.02.2024 — From: HITAKI

We'll be appearing on a music show after this to perform Gem's new song for the first time.

We put in a lot of effort into the production and camera work during our training sessions, so I'm confident that our performance will turn out well.

I'd be happy if you would watch our performance live 😌

21.02.2024 — From: IVY

Just completed the recording for a new song!

Naturally, everyone was very professional during the process. The recording this time round went smoothly too! I'm looking forward to releasing the song ☺️

24.02.2024 — From: MIU

I've been really into puzzle games lately 🧩

One I start playing while travelling between locations, it's hard to stop~

Hitaki is good at these games, so I always play together with him and ask for advice, but it's frustrating that I can't compete with him~!

[ikemen-translations]

Morganatic Idol Prologue 2/10

A few days later...

Female employee 1 (FE1): MC, analyze this data!

FE2: Please bring up the results of this web survey! ASAP!

FE3: Help me collect my materials! Hurry!

MC: Yes!

Ever since the news of the competition came out, the employees have been strangely excited

All the work I'm given is to research Exe Creed

(Everyone is working really hard on their plans. I can't afford to lose either)

Although I think so, I am unable to find any time to think about my own plans due to the constant work that comes my way

(I have to do something!)

On my day off, I went downtown

(If I can't do it on weekdays, I'll have to try on my holidays!)

(Today is the release date of the Exe Creed's new song. At the same time, a special limited edition MV will be played in the city)

(I hope you can come up with some good ideas by looking at it)

The time when the limited MV will be played was announced on the group's SNS

(It's almost time...)

Everyone is waiting for the right time. And then... Exe Creed suddenly appeared in the large vision

Females: Yay!!!

(Wow, great cheers!)

On the screen, the members are singing and dancing along with high-level images

Young woman 1 (YW1): Oh no! Isn't the limited MV the best!?

YW2: It's so cool! I'm so happy to see it on the big screen!

It was definitely a great MV. You can see that everyone is captivated by them and enthusiastic about them

MC: ...

I've been researching them a lot lately, so I have a lot of information about their songs, history and members

(Jace is unrivaled in his splendor)

(Finn steals attention with his wild dance)

(Hugh moves like a precision machine)

(Ivy, the leader who brings together everyone's individuality)

(And... Xeno who has a overwhelming presence)

It's really amazing...

Their brillance captivates people

(I don't know much about singing or dancing, i didn't know much about Exes until now)

(Still, I can see why they are "special". It's no wonder they are so popular but...)

While many women stopped and stared at them, I felt something was off

(I wonder what it is? It's a perfect visual and It's a great song and dance but... I feel like something is missing)

MC: What's missing...?

I continued to stare at them intently

The camera takes a close-up shot of Xeno and his gaze turns toward me

MC: !

The moment I was pierced by the freezing cold, I felt like something came to my mind

(This is it! I have to write down my current idea...!)

I frantically ran my pen across the notepad

A strong wind blows at just the righ moment

MC: Wow...! Oh, the memo!

When the paper leaves my hand, it flies away and disappears somewhere in the blink of an eye

(Oops! It's already too late to take it back)

Giving up, I write down the idea on another piece of paper and quicly turn on my heel

(Let's go home quickly. I have to give form to this feeling before I forget it!)

At the same time...

There were men watching her from a place a little away from the street vision

???: That child just looked at the video with an amazing look on her face

???: That's how much she was captivated by our perfomance, right?

???: I hope so. Anyway, It seems like the response has been better than expected. I guess it's a successful promotion

???: ... so many people

???: ... Ah, I understand the situation. Enough inspection before this vision

???: Okay, everyone, get in the car. We don't have much time until the next recording

The sound of paper rustling beneath his feet takes his attention

???: Huh? Something got caught in my leg... memo?

???: Isn't that the same paper that child wrote on earlier?

The man who picked up the note read the words written on it and his eyes widened slightly

???: ... !

???: what's up?

???: No, it's nothing. I just thought I saw something interesting. Hehehe

???: I don't really get it, but it looks like it's going to be fun

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[shiro-luvs-victor]

Ikemen Series IN-Game Soundtracks I'm Dying For....

These Ikemen Series games have some of the best soundtracks I've ever listened too. The Main OST or theme songs are great but the in-game ones are magical. Usually I don't pay attention to the in-game music from Otome games because I'm too focused on the voice acting. Since the Ikemen Series, barely have voice acting besides the Prologue, I was able to pay more attention to the music of these games and I was stunned at how good some soundtracks were. Here are some of my favorites.

*The titles of these soundtracks are not official. They are made-up by me.

*They are in-game recordings.

*Headphones recommended!

Technically not an 'Ikemen series game' but it's still partly developed by Ikemen series developers so I think it still counts. I wanted to shed some light on how refreshing the soundtracks of Morganatic Idol are. This one in particular is so refreshing that I'm thinking of making it my ringtone. This soundtrack really reminds me of the Healer Kdrama Theme song. Rejuvenating me every time I listen to this.

This one as well. When I first heard it in Xeno's route, it fit the scenario so perfectly that I freaking LOVED IT. It's kinda similar to the Main Theme but much cooler, fast....and maybe a little bit badass.

Okay, I'm done talking about Morganatic Idol. Let's start with the actual Ikemen series now. Ikemen Revolution's main theme is epic. I fell in love with it when I first heard it and that mindset has never been changed since. The music fits the vibe of the game perfectly and it does sound magical.

I don't know why, but every time I listen to this theme, it makes me feel.....naughty? The music sounds like a lustful yet pure romantic moment between the characters and I find myself blushing, a little too much.

This one is a more sweeter and lovely version of the Main OST of the game, and when I first heard it in Ibuki's ending I just felt a lot of blissful emotions that I can't talk. This music makes me both happy, sad and loved at the same time. How is that even possible?

I saved the best one for last! When I first heard this soundtrack in the 2nd Prologue....my heart was pounding. I was blushing. I wanted stuff my face into my pillow because I was feeling all kinds of emotions. The song made me so happy, I could die!! This one too, is a sweeter version of one of the OST of the game. I feel like this theme fits the game even more perfectly than the Main OST by Do As Infinity. Just to be clear, I'm not saying that the Main OST is bad. But this one is so magical that it hits the spot!! I wished they used this as the ending theme as well because every time I hear it, it makes me happy for no reason.

There are more soundtracks I like, but I don't wanna dump everything in one post, so I'll make another one once I finish recording it.

[valnyte]

Ok he look cute when he's so shook

[an-aroaces-harem]

Ivy Melty Chapter 21

DISCLAIMER: I just deepl and google translated my way through this because I wanted to know what’s going on, so there are definitely mistakes but I believe I managed the general gist of the story. Anyway, it’s just a fan-made translation solely for entertainment purposes. Morganatic Idol belongs to Cybird and ABC Frontier, Inc.

In the end, my contract with Aegis came to an end without anything being done since then.

(I worked so hard and longed for it so much. The time to quit went by so fast ...)

(How did this happen?)

--flashback--

Ivy: From now on, we will be together forever. I will protect you. You don’t have to worry about anything.

Ivy: I will protect you from everything that tries to take you away from me …

--flashback end--

(It's true that I was subjected to unreasonable treatment at the company, and I was also talked behind my back. And on top of that, there was that incident with Yamauchi-san ...)

(Is Ivy-san right, was Aegis not right for me? Was this really the right choice?)

... I don't know. I can't think straight. My head has been in turmoil ever since that night.

And then.

Ivy: Rina-chan, I'm coming in.*

When Ivy-san came into the room, he smiled happily.

Ivy: Your contract with Aegis has finally ended. I'm so glad you're free.

He sat down next to me and hugged me gently.

Ivy: I am very proud of you. That's great.

Ivy: I'll protect you from now on. You don't have to worry about anything anymore.

("Protect." That word again ...)

He says he will protect me, but put his arms around me so tightly as if restraining me.

I can't help but feel a certain discomfort in his words and demeanor ...

(But ... Ivy-san is really worried about me.)

Because I knew this, I couldn't refuse his gentle hand that had supported me all this time.

Rina: ...

Ivy: What's wrong? I'm right here with you, so there's nothing to be worried about.

Rina: Ivy-san ...

Ivy: Ah, that's right. I have to tell you what's going to happen next.

In a cheerful voice, Ivy-san begins to talk about his future plans.

... I couldn't believe what I was hearing.

Ivy: Corsa has been contracted to produce the CM.

Rina: Is Corsa the Corsa Agency?

It's the largest advertising agency in Japan, even larger than Aegis.

(I believe they were a strong candidate for this competition as well. I remember they were talking with exe at the Essence show before.)

(But I never thought I'd see Corsa's name mentioned here ...)

I couldn't hide my surprise, but Ivy-san continued his explanation.

Ivy: In choosing Corsa, I had three conditions.

Ivy: First, we need to use the project that you have created. Second, I want you to be the director of the project.

Rina: !? W-wait a minute.

(I was only a staff member, so it would be absurd for me to be a director. No, it's more than that ...!)

Rina: That's not going to happen. The plan has certainly been rethought for re-presentation.

Rina: But the main idea was created when I was at Aegis. I believe the rights to the project still belong to Aegis.

... He seemed to calm down and consented to my words.

Ivy: Of course, I've already thought of that.

Ivy: The third condition is that Corsa has to settle the rights for the project with Aegis.

To my surprise, Corsa seemed to have met these conditions.

Ivy: Corsa was eager to talk to Aegis because they wanted to get this deal.

Ivy: It may take a little longer, but I think they'll make sure they give up their rights.

(Certainly, Corsa, the largest company in Japan, may be able to take advantage in discussions with Aegis ...)

Ivy: The production of the CM will begin as soon as we reach an agreement in this discussion.

Ivy: Until then, we'll be on standby for a while, so let's get ready for what's to come.

(Corsa is the producer of the CM? I'm the director? I'm not even sure what I'm supposed to be doing ...)

The situation was so unexpected that my mind couldn't catch up with it.

Ivy: There are a few things we need to do regarding your new contract.

Rina: New contract ...?

His words confused me even more.

Ivy: You and I will make a direct contract.

Rina: !?

Ivy-san proposed that he be contracted as my employer and I work for him, including the CM.

Ivy: From now on, your job will be mainly to assist me.

Ivy: I'm going to need your help with a lot of things, including preliminary research for exe offers.

Ivy: But don't think too hard. It's not that different from before, and I won't force you to do anything you don't want to do.

Rina: ... Is that what you meant when you said before that "I would be working for you"?

Ivy: Yeah, it's a good idea, right? I can always protect you with this.

(It's not a suggestion ... it's already decided in Ivy-san's mind.)

The proof was in the smile on his face as he looked at me. He probably had no idea that I'd reject him.

Something was rising up from deep within my chest.

Rina: ...

Ivy: Rina-chan, what's wrong? You think it's a good idea, don't you?

Rina: ... I'm glad to be by your side from now on.

Rina: But aren't you being too pushy? At least consult with me first ...

Ivy: Rina-chan ...

Ivy: I'm sorry. But I couldn't help myself when I thought of what I was doing for you ...

Although smiling kindly, there was something off about Ivy-san's words. ... The sense of discomfort was growing.

A personal contract with him. Not so long ago, that would've made my heart flutter. But now ...

(Why do you decide everything on your own? You could have consulted me a little ...)

A hazy feeling spread thorugh my chest. Ivy-san held my hand firmly.

Ivy: I know you may feel uncomfortable in your new environment, but I'll be there for you.

Ivy: I will make sure that you're protected and that you can work in a relaxed environment. You can rest assured.

Rina: Ivy-san, but I'm ...

Ivy: I know, Rina-chan. I love you. ... I don't want anyone to hurt you.

When he stared at me wistfully, I was a at a loss for words.

(I can tell by the look in his eyes that Ivy-san is really thinking of me.)

(All for me ... Then, is that right?)

Is it enough if I just follow his lead, pulled by his gentle hand?

Ivy: You love me, too, don't you? You told me you'd be there for me.

Rina: ... Yes. I love you. But ...*

Ivy: Then you'll understand, won't you?

Rina: Ah ...

He hugged me gently again. As soon as I was enveloped in the marine scent, my heart pounded and my chest heaved.

(... I'm sure this feeling isn't a lie. I'm sincerely thinking of Ivy-san.)

(But ... something feels different.)

Even when he hugged me like this, I didn't feel as happy as I did that night when we confessed our feelings for each other.

I like him, but I can't get rid of my anxiety ...

(Why do I feel so insecure? You take such good care of me ...)

It's as if my thoughts are covered in moss. I don't know my own mind.

(What am I supposed to do ...?)

He gently wrapped my body, which was trembling with confusion and anxiety.

Ivy: There's nothing to be afraid of. It's all right, everything's all right.

He clung to me lovingly, but kept his distance.

Ivy: And ... Rina-chan, I think you should move out of here.

Rina: What? Why ...

Ivy: It's too noisy here. You can't live peacefully with the other members, can you?

Ivy: And I need you to focus on supporting me.

Ivy: Because it makes me a little jealous to see you taking care of the others ...

Rina: Really?

Ivy: Yeah ... I guess I'm more jealous than I thought.

Rina: Ivy-san ...

Ivy: But I don't want to leave you, so I think it would be better if we moved into the same apartment.*

Ivy: That way, I can see you whenever I want.

Ivy: As soon as a room becomes available, we will make arrangements to move in. Of course, I'll pay the rent.

I couldn't think straight and couldn't respond to his suggestions.

Still, Ivy-san's eyes sparkled as he talked about our future life together.

Ivy: I will wake you up every morning. If I come home early, we'll have dinner together.

Ivy: It would be nice to do some walking together at night, like we did before. ... Oh, I'm looking forward to it.

He laughed, looking really happy.

Ivy: ... I can't wait. I want you all to myself..

Ivy: I'll try to find a new apartment as soon as I can. ... The truth is, I don't want anyone else anywhere near you, not even a little bit.

Rina: Eh, that's a bit ...

Ivy: I told you, didn't I? I'm a jealous man.

Ivy: The members of exe, or Gem, nor the guys at the office. I don't want anyone to see you.

Ivy: I can't bear it to think of you smiling at someone other than me while I'm gone ...

Rina: Ivy-san ...

I looked up at his face, aghast, as he expressed his thoughts and feelings in anguish.

Ivy: ... Hey, Rina-chan. Please don't see other men.

Ivy: Don't leave this room until I get back from work.

Rina: !? I-I can't do that ... no matter how much Ivy-san asks me.

(Because then it's like ...)

He stared at me in amazement ... and chuckled.

Ivy: I'm kidding. That's just like being locked up.

Rina: ... Right.

But there was danger in his eyes now that couldn't be called a joke.

Ivy: Don't be so anxious. I won't do anything you won't like. But ...

Ivy: I can't lock you in, but I'll put a foot shackle or something on you.

Rina: Huh ... ah!

... With a low guttural sound, I was pushed down on the sofa.

It was so sudden it caught me by surprise, and caused my body to stiffen.

He opened my collar and brought his lips to my now exposed skin ... and sucked hard.

Rina: Nng ...!

Ivy: ... You're sensitive. And your skin is so white, so you've got a nice mark on you.*

Rina: W-what are you doing?

Ivy: It's a hickey. Over here.

After the soft sensation of his lips, they sucked hard.

Rina: Ah.

When I wept, his arms held me around my waist and restrained me from moving.

Rina: Ivy-san, please don't do this ...

Ivy: No, stay still.

While sweetly chastising me, he carved his marks without mercy.

Hickeys were repeatedly and obsessively place on my neck, collarbone ... and anywhere else my skin was visible.

My body shook with tears in my eyes at the painful stimulation.

Ivy: Fufu, I guess you can't go out in public anymore.

Rina: ... Why are you doing this?

Ivy: Because I love you.

Rina: !

Ivy: You love me too, right? Then you'll accept me, won't you?

Rina: That's ...

I couldn't deny it, because even after this treatment, my heart was beating wildly.

Every time he touched me, my body and mind trembled uncontrollably.

(This is crazy. It's probably not a good thing ... but I can't let it go.)

Ivy: I'm glad you accepted me. We're going to be together forever. I'll do anything for you ...

Ivy: I love you, Rina.*

I couldn't respond to his smile, which seemed to be utterly happy.

Note 1: Wow, he isn't even asking anymore.

Note 2: I just want to note here that Ivy actually used 'tsuki' which I translate as 'like', but 'love' fits him better, while Rina uses 'daitsuki' here, which basically means 'big like' aka love, so she really says love.

Note 3: ... You've been together for ... about a week? That's ... just wow, I'm completely at a loss for words here.

Note 4: Dead eyes Ivy unlocked.

Note 5: Three things. First, thanks Ivy for destroying my Note 2. Second, he skipped honofirics completely now, which is the most personal you can get in Japanese. Third, he used 'aishiteruyo' here, which is the most meaningful use of love. I'd normally use 'adore' in that case, but that's too gentle for the situation.

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Hope y’all don’t mind if I make another one of these posts

Morganatic Idol-focused singing roles (A3!'s not singing related but there's so much music that I might as well include it). Note that not all the roles are included.

Characters listed clockwise

Xeno: Kai Akizuki (ACTORS), Tenma Sumeragi (A3!), Shiki Takamura (Tsukipro), Nagi Rokuya (i7), Miroku Shingari (B-project), Wataru Hibiki (Enstars)

Ivy: Silve (Technoroid), Rui Maita (iM@s SideM), Chaoyang Li (I-Chu)

Jace: Saku Uruha (I-Chu), Tsuzuru Minagi (A3!), Eichi Horimiya (Tsukirpo), Minami Natsume (i7), Yuduki Teramitsu (B-project), Kanata Shinkai (Enstars)

Finn: Kairi Kurahashi (Tokyo Color Sonic), Juza Hyodo (A3!), Shu Izumi (Tsukipro), Rui Hinagi (Hana-Doll*), Yoshikazu Isa (Aoppella), Badobaram (Fragaria Memories)

Hugh: Arashi Komiyama (Tokyo Sonic Drive), Rokuta (Paradox Live), Hayato Akiyama (iM@s SideM), Akane Fudo (B-Project), Willmesh (Fragaria Memories)

Miu: Runa Kagurazaka (I-Chu), Soichiro Shinonome (iM@s SideM), INORIN (Fabulous Night), Saburo Yamada (Hypmic), Aira Shiratori (Enstars)

Hitaki: Iori Takarada (Tokyo Sonic Drive), Tatsumi Madarao (I-Chu), Tsubasa Okui (Tsukipro), Gentaro Yumeno (Hypmic), Yuta and Hinata Aoi (Enstars), Tenn Kujo (i7)

Nagi: Dice Arisugawa (Hypmic)