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It has recently come to our attention that many of our guests have not been focusing on their health and wellness. In an effort to encourage healthy living and help our beloved guests get in shape, a grand sports festival will be held in the Golden Peacock. This sports festival will include many small games and four large games.
Prior to the festival, guests will have the opportunity to train and prepare for the games with our expert coaches.
We hope you are as excited as we are! And, as always, we hope you enjoy your stay. 】
BEAK
MEET THE TEAM
♦ DIAMONDS GAME ♦
OMEGADOME: HUNTING GAME
A cheerful pair of game managers stand outside the conservatory doors and block all guests that try to enter. They quickly explain that a special Diamonds game is taking place inside and only guests that agree to participate may enter. This game is a physical exercise that riffs on "Hunting", which is a popular sport in many different countries and civilizations. Of course, it is one hundred percent safe, and all guests that play are eligible to win massive chip prizes, store vouchers, fabulous prizes, and more.
Details about the game? Those can't be shared outside of the conservatory. Only the brave and those willing to risks will reap the benefits of this Diamonds game. So step right up, dear guests, and sign this waiver before stepping into the flourishing beauty of the conservatory for a brand new adventure.
♥ HEARTS GAME ♥
DOUBLES' THERMO: SURVIVAL GAME
Chickadees is sparing no expense on advertising their e-sport games over the course of the sports festival. Posters, notifications, stickers, fliers! Come one, come all. Sports don't need to be physical. Guests that duck into the arcade will find a variety of e-sport games to enjoy, but the real showstopper that every single employee is aggressively promoting is the new immersive VR game, DOUBLES' THERMO.
A large swath of egg-shaped pods have been installed in the back half of Chickadees. Any guest that shows an iota of interest will be assaulted by employees encouraging them to give it a try. They will offer vouchers for a free session, encourage with mentions of prizes that can be won from the arcade's coveted prize wall, and persuade by praising how high tech and immersive the experience is. Some employees are desperate enough to trick or push guests into the pods if they aren't willing to go in themselves.
However they've ended up inside the VR egg, guests will find themselves submerged in strange fluid as the lid closes. Everything fades away into darkness as the game loads...
♣ CLUBS GAME ♣
QUACK AND COVER: SHOOTING GAME
Cloaca & Dagger has temporarily outfitted itself as a neon-bright paintball course. Gone are the wild sex setups in exchange for series of obstacles and obstructions for guests to navigate while in pursuit of paintball championship. This high intensity game of strategy and physical fitness promises to exhilarate! Welcome to Quack and Cover, a game where your shooting skills and ingenuity will be put to the test.
So say the game managers at the door before following up with a few disclaimers. Cloaca & Dagger is not responsible for any physical or psychological trauma guests may incur while inside. Guests that join the game will then be outfitted in tight black underarmor and supplied with a paintball gun and protective mask before being let loose on the course.
♠ SPADES GAME ♠
PECKING ORDER: MMA GAME
During night hours, many long-standing guests make their way through Talon toward the gym’s creaky basement stairs. Three floors down and then through a desolate hallway with littered with abandoned equipment. Double doors wait at the end, unassuming until they’ve been opened…
Flashing lights, jeers, and the thick odor of sweat. You’ve found the Pecking Order, a late-night mixed martial arts event where guests show their prowess in the ring. Spectating guests shout and messily eat snacks on make-shift bleachers while fighters clash inches away, using only their bodies to fight for dominance and win. Pecking Order is very informal; guests only need to sign up in order to get added to the docket. Anyone can watch, though they will be vaguely warned at the door that even spectating comes with risks.
LOCKER ROOMS
YOU WASH MY BACK, I'LL WASH YOURS
Every training and game location has a door labeled LOCKER ROOM right outside the entrance. These doors all connect to the same massive locker room. The magic of these locker room doors goes one way. Trying to go back to the place you just were by backtracking will not work — you’ll just end up in Beak! All guests will be advised to finish their games before hitting the showers.
The Golden Peacock is proud to present our upgraded and extended locker room. Please come in and enjoy the facilities, catch-up with your teammates, and enjoy some healthy drinks provided by our favorite resort convenience store, Cock-a-doodle-doo’s!
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[This is not the first appearance his old unit outfit has made at GP, but he sure would like it to be the last.
Playing arcade games had seemed preferable to getting all sweaty playing sports. Yet here he is, sweating anyway, since he's dressed in a stuffy three-piece suit while the sun beats down on his head. (To say nothing of how awful it was to be trapped inside that VR pod while it filled with a strange liquid. Never again is he letting THAT happen.) He's washed up on a beach, one that feels all too real, and the message on his watch sounds ominous. But first thing's first: he needs to shed some clothing, starting with the tailcoat. The coat, the vest, the gloves and the ruffled necktie—all of it gets chucked right onto the ground and strewn across the sand!
He's down to the white pants and the white button-down shirt when someone approaches, running his way along the sand. It's a woman who's equally clad in white, with long legs, a cheerful smile, and a request for a "little chat." Is he in pleasant chatty mood? Not really, but he can smile and oblige her anyway. As an idol, that's what he does! And given how this "game" supposedly works, she might just prove useful.]
Nope, not at all! I just got here, as a matter of fact.
["Here" being the beach. Not the resort. He has been at the resort for far too long.
He finishes rolling up his sleeves to the elbows and places his hands on his hips, (respectfully) surveying her. It's not every day that he's approached by a woman who's around his same height, but that's hardly a big deal. There are stranger sights than her around. Compared to most people, she's positively blessed in the looks department. Just like he is!]
And I just saw that message about "doubling up." Is that what you wanted to chat about?
[The puffed up sleeves of her white inner shirt made her look younger probably, especially with the little black there that laid over it, but no one can deny her face is cute. She herself knows this, and it's why she can be confident that her good looks will win someone with equally good looks over. Her gut feeling tells her so.
It's a good thing that he's also a quick study. That makes it easier.]
You got it in one! Handsome and clever, aren't you? So, would you be willing to partner up with me?
That's me! ♪ [No shame.] I'd be more than happy to! Though I don't want to chop wood or hunt animals. That sort of rugged activity doesn't suit me at all. So as partners, let's try to achieve that "emotional connection" thing. The sooner we get that done, the sooner we get out of this heat! So!
[He smiles even brighter.]
Let's go for a long walk on the beach! We'll collect seashells, feel the sea breeze in our hair, and have a heart-to-heart chat~♪ That should be the sort of vibe they're looking for.
[It really is hot! So hot! Even the summers in Janus Quarter was never this bad, probably. She looks at the beach, looks at the general direction of the sun without staring directly at it with a hand above her eyes, then hums.
Noooope. Nope nope nope.]
That sun is too much! I don't have any sunblock, so if we stay out here too long, my skin will dry out. Shall we try the jungle instead? Maybe there's no wild animals?
[She doesn't actually know if she has any control over her abilities right now, especially because she doesn't have her mic to amplify it, but it is a worry for later.]
["I want to feel real sunlight again." Ever since he got here, that's been his wish and his mantra. There are places here that feel like part of the outdoors, such as the Vale and the Cloud Dwelling Garden. But it still isn't the same. It's not real sunlight, just an artificial sun. An artificial sky in an artificial world. Still...
He should've been more careful what he wished for. This sun is still artificial, but it feels much too real. And it's hot. Too hot! He can't blame her for wanting to find shade. Still... his expression is a tad dubious as he turns toward the jungle.]
Well... it said this place gets dangerous at night, but night hasn't fallen yet. So it might be safe for now...
[He'd just rather not find out the hard way that it isn't. He's not carrying an antidote for sneak bites. He doesn't even have his self-defense stuff on him, because his old unit outfit didn't have big enough pockets to store grenades! But if they're going to be partners who form a strong "emotional connection" together (ideally in the next few hours before it gets dark!), then he has to level with her. So after a moment, he nods.]
We can try it, anyway. If we hear any suspicious rustling sounds, we'll just turn back! Though you can also hold onto my arm if you get scared. That might count as an "emotional moment"~♪
[He's the one more likely to get scared, gender roles be damned. But for now he's still got a friendly smile on his face as he starts to head toward the jungle.]
Oh, about that. I know what we can do to make an emotional moment!
[Is night more dangerous? Perhaps they shouldn't mess with mother nature then, because she's going to worry about bug bites as is, along with sunburn. She isn't going to add nocturnal wild animal attack on the list. Oh, but what if it's a cute animal, like a cat?
Hmmm....
Well, that's a concern for later. The concern for now? Was offering her hand to him for like two seconds, before just grabbing his hand.]
[He, too, would hate to get bitten or sunburned, even though he isn't sure anything that happens to their bodies in the VR world will carry back over to the resort. It's still better not to risk it, and he does not want to experience being attacked by a rabid animal even virtually. For now, however, they're in no apparent danger, so his demeanor is lighthearted as he replies:]
Oh? ♪ Let's hear it!
[He waits to hear her grand idea. Which is...
"Swing their arms together and sing a song!"
It's delivered confidently, her hand reaching out to grab his. He blinks for a moment, and then his smile spreads even wider, eyes twinkling with amusement. What a charming girl. ... or rather, what a charming woman who's around his same height.]
Sure, why not? ♪ That sounds like a wonderful idea.
[He grasps her hand in return, swinging their arms together lightly.]
It suits me perfectly, since I'm an idol. Someone who dances, sings, and shines onstage ♪ Is singing one of your hobbies?
Oh, are you? Well, that makes it better! I do love singing~ So from one idol to another, let's make up a song together. It'll be an ode to our budding friendship.
[It answers his question, and now she can feel comfortable. If one idol is fine telling her his occupation, then she won't keep hers a secret. They aren't in the Hollows, and while she hasn't still truly absorbed how weird the situation is, it wasn't worth getting worked up for.
[His eyes widen. He looks at her in surprise for a moment, before slowly his smile starts to re-form.]
You too, huh?
[From one idol to another. So that's how it is.
It isn't too surprising, on second thought. She's cute, confident, and would surely look good on billboards and magazines. She's also not the first non-ES idol he's encountered here. First there was Robin-kun, then there was Rise-chan...
It gives him a feeling of kinship, and he's excited to sing with her. But she wants him to come up with a song on the spot, does she? He supposes they are from different worlds, which means it's possible they don't know any of the same music. But he's not a composer like Leo, which means he'll just have to borrow a tune from an existing song! He takes a breath, gathering the words inside his head before belting them out loud and clear. To the tune of BRAND NEW STARS!]
Into the forest we run! Underneath the summer sun! Our happy friendly song begins todaaaaayyyy! ♪
[He tugs her forward while he sings, pulling her under the trees!]
On a tropical beach with the sound of waves Carrying our melody this sunny day~ ♪
[She's not sure what song this is, but the melody seems easy enough to follow that she makes up lyrics on the spot and simply builds on top of it. It isn't a one-to-one match with the original, but the sound was close even if the lyrics weren't.
She swings their joined arms together, and follows him in, tugging him towards a shady spot so they can hide from the sun. Were they going fruit hunting? Maybe, maybe not, but she doesn't want to chance eating poisoned berries or something yet, so the singing is her focus.]
[... those lyrics did not fit the tune of BRAND NEW STARS. Which makes sense. Yep, of course they don't. She wouldn't know that song! As an idol, however, Hiyori is skilled at improvisation. He has to do that sort of thing all the time on variety shows, so he'll just go ahead and adapt to her rhythm, singing to that same beat.]
Under the shade of the tall palm tree A secret hideaway for you and me! ♪
[He follows her lead, stepping underneath the shade, arm-in-arm with his most dazzling smile stuck on his face. Unlike her, he isn't thinking ahead to hunting and gathering; his goal is to get out before they start to starve in the wilderness, and the way to do that is to achieve an emotional connection. So, they'll have to stay close together, acting ultra-chummy like two bosom friends!]
What a wonderful time to be free ♫ Ladida dee dee~ ♪
[Okay, that's a cheat, but it's still following the melody that she was making. That is, one that is clearly deviating from the source material.]
So my new friend under this tree~ I want to know your name, tell me~
[And since they're going with the song theme, as soon as they are in the shade she'll continue the song but make it also a get to know each other session. Ha! She can totally multitask.]
[It's not cheating! "La dee da" is a perfectly valid song lyric. You might even say it's a classic!
Hiyori's given plenty of self-introductions, but he's never sung one before. This seems like a new, fun opportunity, so he'll chime back in the same tune!]
[Oh, he's good. She likes that. She hums, making sure to check the space around her before she twirls and gives a bow, winking at him. They might as well make a game of it, right?]
Drum roll, please! One, two, three!
[As she says that, she pauses dramatically to pretend she was playing air drums, before clapping her hands together after three.]
Call me Astra. Yes, that's me!
[And with that, she'll try to twirl him right after.]
[With both hands free, he places them on his hips, watching her give her little drum roll. No doubt about it, she's confident and fun! Lots of people aren't comfortable acting silly, but people like them know they'll look beautiful no matter what they do. Plus physical comedy plays well on variety shows!]
Astra like astronomy?
[His face brightens even more, seeming charmed by her intro.]
How perfect for a star like thee! ♪
[He sings it in the same tune. Then he breaks the song and adds, conversationally:]
It is a nice name. Do you like looking at the stars? I've known a few people with that sort of hobby.
[Maybe it she tells him about a beloved childhood memory spent stargazing, it'll create an "emotional moment!"]
[She giggles, not minding the break in it. The icebreaker worked, and now they were more comfortable with each other. If nothing else, she achieved her initial goal in trying to get him to sing with her.]
Aww, thank you. I love looking at the stars, but I also like being the brightest star. It's not often I get the chance to, these days.
[Unfortunately, she isn't reading his intent correctly. No deep memory, not when that was her given name.]
Hiyori's a really pretty name too. Is there a special meaning to it?
[His smile doesn't go anywhere, but his gaze does turn curious.]
Because you're stuck here, you mean?
[Or was there something going on at home that prevented her from shining?
As for her question, he draws himself up and gestures grandly again, nodding cheerfully.]
As a matter of fact, there is! "Hi" means "day" and "yori" means "weather." Then there's my family name, which means "spiral." So if you put all that together, what does that get you?
[He pauses a moment, letting her mind fill in the blanks and increasing the ~suspense~, before he bursts out with the answer.]
You get "good weather"! Like a bright, cloudless day, with the sun shining its rays down on everyone...♪
[He lifts a finger in the air and traces a little spiral-shaped sun.]
That's exactly how I like to think of myself. As someone warm who shines just like the sun! But we idols are "stars" too, which means you and I could share the title of "brightest star." Perhaps we could be twin stars! Or supergiants! ♪ Though that doesn't sound quite elegant enough for someone as lovely-looking as you. Or someone as lovely-looking as me, for that matter.
[... though for a woman, she might just be tall enough to be considered a "giant" in some circles.]
Oh, not at all! I've just been really busy back home, by the time work ends sometimes the sun is rising.
[She really needs her beauty sleep, but there are things one cannot do without sacrificing the snoozing hours. His explanation for his name, and mentioning them as twin stars-- that was really adorable. She can't help but clasp her hands together, nodding eagerly at the explanation.]
Oh, I like the sound of that. Why don't we do a collaboration and call ourselves the Twin Stars? I think we'll sound amazing together! We can make our own costumes and find a nice spot to have a mini-concert too.
[That first part sounds a tad worrying. Like something Anzu-chan would say! (Or Topaz.) But when she reaches the end, all Hiyori can do is grin.]
Now you're talking! ♪
[She really is a breath of fresh air. He's talked about putting on concerts with a lot of people in the resort, but it's still rare to find someone who loves performing for others as much as he does.]
That all sounds absolutely wonderful. Forming a temporary unit, putting on a concert, and singing our hearts out...♪ I don't know how to sew clothes, though, so I've just been buying my costumes here. Is that one of your talents?
[Uh oh. Turns out she hasn't gotten that talk yet!
His smile slips. He doesn't want to obscure the truth, but how on Earth does he explain without it sounding like he's suggesting she prostitute herself?]
I'm surprised they got flustered. They could do with a little more shame if you ask me.
[But he's dodging the question. He sighs a bit and says:]
I'll answer, but do you want the good news or the bad news first?
I suppose that depends on your outlook. I won't presume to know how you feel about things, but...
[But as a fellow idol, he doubts she'll be impressed with what they're made to do here.
That's no excuse to hide the truth from her, though. She'll have to hear it from someone. And so he steels himself, looks at her directly, and comes clean, much as he hates being the bearer of bad news.]
There are only two ways to earn chips. There's something else called vouchers, and I've earned those just from singing in public. You're welcome to join me for that anytime you like. But as far as chips go, you can only get those from gambling, or else from sleeping with people.
I see! So first, they're like gift vouchers then? What are they for?
[She'll... give herself some time to prepare to ask the second one. She doesn't seem repulsed or disturbed by the idea, but well... She did already experience something similar earlier, even if she is still processing all that.
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Playing arcade games had seemed preferable to getting all sweaty playing sports. Yet here he is, sweating anyway, since he's dressed in a stuffy three-piece suit while the sun beats down on his head. (To say nothing of how awful it was to be trapped inside that VR pod while it filled with a strange liquid. Never again is he letting THAT happen.) He's washed up on a beach, one that feels all too real, and the message on his watch sounds ominous. But first thing's first: he needs to shed some clothing, starting with the tailcoat. The coat, the vest, the gloves and the ruffled necktie—all of it gets chucked right onto the ground and strewn across the sand!
He's down to the white pants and the white button-down shirt when someone approaches, running his way along the sand. It's a woman who's equally clad in white, with long legs, a cheerful smile, and a request for a "little chat." Is he in pleasant chatty mood? Not really, but he can smile and oblige her anyway. As an idol, that's what he does! And given how this "game" supposedly works, she might just prove useful.]
Nope, not at all! I just got here, as a matter of fact.
["Here" being the beach. Not the resort. He has been at the resort for far too long.
He finishes rolling up his sleeves to the elbows and places his hands on his hips, (respectfully) surveying her. It's not every day that he's approached by a woman who's around his same height, but that's hardly a big deal. There are stranger sights than her around. Compared to most people, she's positively blessed in the looks department. Just like he is!]
And I just saw that message about "doubling up." Is that what you wanted to chat about?
me messing up her outfit from the get-go...
It's a good thing that he's also a quick study. That makes it easier.]
You got it in one! Handsome and clever, aren't you? So, would you be willing to partner up with me?
happens to the best of us
[He smiles even brighter.]
Let's go for a long walk on the beach! We'll collect seashells, feel the sea breeze in our hair, and have a heart-to-heart chat~♪ That should be the sort of vibe they're looking for.
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[It really is hot! So hot! Even the summers in Janus Quarter was never this bad, probably. She looks at the beach, looks at the general direction of the sun without staring directly at it with a hand above her eyes, then hums.
Noooope. Nope nope nope.]
That sun is too much! I don't have any sunblock, so if we stay out here too long, my skin will dry out. Shall we try the jungle instead? Maybe there's no wild animals?
[She doesn't actually know if she has any control over her abilities right now, especially because she doesn't have her mic to amplify it, but it is a worry for later.]
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He should've been more careful what he wished for. This sun is still artificial, but it feels much too real. And it's hot. Too hot! He can't blame her for wanting to find shade. Still... his expression is a tad dubious as he turns toward the jungle.]
Well... it said this place gets dangerous at night, but night hasn't fallen yet. So it might be safe for now...
[He'd just rather not find out the hard way that it isn't. He's not carrying an antidote for sneak bites. He doesn't even have his self-defense stuff on him, because his old unit outfit didn't have big enough pockets to store grenades! But if they're going to be partners who form a strong "emotional connection" together (ideally in the next few hours before it gets dark!), then he has to level with her. So after a moment, he nods.]
We can try it, anyway. If we hear any suspicious rustling sounds, we'll just turn back! Though you can also hold onto my arm if you get scared. That might count as an "emotional moment"~♪
[He's the one more likely to get scared, gender roles be damned. But for now he's still got a friendly smile on his face as he starts to head toward the jungle.]
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[Is night more dangerous? Perhaps they shouldn't mess with mother nature then, because she's going to worry about bug bites as is, along with sunburn. She isn't going to add nocturnal wild animal attack on the list. Oh, but what if it's a cute animal, like a cat?
Hmmm....
Well, that's a concern for later. The concern for now? Was offering her hand to him for like two seconds, before just grabbing his hand.]
Let's swing our arms together and sing a song!
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Oh? ♪ Let's hear it!
[He waits to hear her grand idea. Which is...
"Swing their arms together and sing a song!"
It's delivered confidently, her hand reaching out to grab his. He blinks for a moment, and then his smile spreads even wider, eyes twinkling with amusement. What a charming girl. ... or rather, what a charming woman who's around his same height.]
Sure, why not? ♪ That sounds like a wonderful idea.
[He grasps her hand in return, swinging their arms together lightly.]
It suits me perfectly, since I'm an idol. Someone who dances, sings, and shines onstage ♪ Is singing one of your hobbies?
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[It answers his question, and now she can feel comfortable. If one idol is fine telling her his occupation, then she won't keep hers a secret. They aren't in the Hollows, and while she hasn't still truly absorbed how weird the situation is, it wasn't worth getting worked up for.
Besides, no one who loves to sing can be bad.]
Want to start us off?
1/2
[... wait.]
2/2
You too, huh?
[From one idol to another. So that's how it is.
It isn't too surprising, on second thought. She's cute, confident, and would surely look good on billboards and magazines. She's also not the first non-ES idol he's encountered here. First there was Robin-kun, then there was Rise-chan...
It gives him a feeling of kinship, and he's excited to sing with her. But she wants him to come up with a song on the spot, does she? He supposes they are from different worlds, which means it's possible they don't know any of the same music. But he's not a composer like Leo, which means he'll just have to borrow a tune from an existing song! He takes a breath, gathering the words inside his head before belting them out loud and clear. To the tune of BRAND NEW STARS!]
Into the forest we run! Underneath the summer sun!
Our happy friendly song begins todaaaaayyyy! ♪
[He tugs her forward while he sings, pulling her under the trees!]
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Carrying our melody this sunny day~ ♪
[She's not sure what song this is, but the melody seems easy enough to follow that she makes up lyrics on the spot and simply builds on top of it. It isn't a one-to-one match with the original, but the sound was close even if the lyrics weren't.
She swings their joined arms together, and follows him in, tugging him towards a shady spot so they can hide from the sun. Were they going fruit hunting? Maybe, maybe not, but she doesn't want to chance eating poisoned berries or something yet, so the singing is her focus.]
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Under the shade of the tall palm tree
A secret hideaway for you and me! ♪
[He follows her lead, stepping underneath the shade, arm-in-arm with his most dazzling smile stuck on his face. Unlike her, he isn't thinking ahead to hunting and gathering; his goal is to get out before they start to starve in the wilderness, and the way to do that is to achieve an emotional connection. So, they'll have to stay close together, acting ultra-chummy like two bosom friends!]
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Ladida dee dee~ ♪
[Okay, that's a cheat, but it's still following the melody that she was making. That is, one that is clearly deviating from the source material.]
So my new friend under this tree~
I want to know your name, tell me~
[And since they're going with the song theme, as soon as they are in the shade she'll continue the song but make it also a get to know each other session. Ha! She can totally multitask.]
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Hiyori's given plenty of self-introductions, but he's never sung one before. This seems like a new, fun opportunity, so he'll chime back in the same tune!]
My name, you see, is Hi~yo~ri! ♪
[He gesticulates at himself with his free hand.]
Now what might your lovely name be~? ♪
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Drum roll, please! One, two, three!
[As she says that, she pauses dramatically to pretend she was playing air drums, before clapping her hands together after three.]
Call me Astra. Yes, that's me!
[And with that, she'll try to twirl him right after.]
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Astra like astronomy?
[His face brightens even more, seeming charmed by her intro.]
How perfect for a star like thee! ♪
[He sings it in the same tune. Then he breaks the song and adds, conversationally:]
It is a nice name. Do you like looking at the stars? I've known a few people with that sort of hobby.
[Maybe it she tells him about a beloved childhood memory spent stargazing, it'll create an "emotional moment!"]
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Aww, thank you. I love looking at the stars, but I also like being the brightest star. It's not often I get the chance to, these days.
[Unfortunately, she isn't reading his intent correctly. No deep memory, not when that was her given name.]
Hiyori's a really pretty name too. Is there a special meaning to it?
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Because you're stuck here, you mean?
[Or was there something going on at home that prevented her from shining?
As for her question, he draws himself up and gestures grandly again, nodding cheerfully.]
As a matter of fact, there is! "Hi" means "day" and "yori" means "weather." Then there's my family name, which means "spiral." So if you put all that together, what does that get you?
[He pauses a moment, letting her mind fill in the blanks and increasing the ~suspense~, before he bursts out with the answer.]
You get "good weather"! Like a bright, cloudless day, with the sun shining its rays down on everyone...♪
[He lifts a finger in the air and traces a little spiral-shaped sun.]
That's exactly how I like to think of myself. As someone warm who shines just like the sun! But we idols are "stars" too, which means you and I could share the title of "brightest star." Perhaps we could be twin stars! Or supergiants! ♪ Though that doesn't sound quite elegant enough for someone as lovely-looking as you. Or someone as lovely-looking as me, for that matter.
[... though for a woman, she might just be tall enough to be considered a "giant" in some circles.]
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[She really needs her beauty sleep, but there are things one cannot do without sacrificing the snoozing hours. His explanation for his name, and mentioning them as twin stars-- that was really adorable. She can't help but clasp her hands together, nodding eagerly at the explanation.]
Oh, I like the sound of that. Why don't we do a collaboration and call ourselves the Twin Stars? I think we'll sound amazing together! We can make our own costumes and find a nice spot to have a mini-concert too.
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Now you're talking! ♪
[She really is a breath of fresh air. He's talked about putting on concerts with a lot of people in the resort, but it's still rare to find someone who loves performing for others as much as he does.]
That all sounds absolutely wonderful. Forming a temporary unit, putting on a concert, and singing our hearts out...♪ I don't know how to sew clothes, though, so I've just been buying my costumes here. Is that one of your talents?
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[Oh, but she does have one problem, thinking about it. Um...]
Of course, that reminds me. How do I earn money here? I was thinking there might be a job I can take, but the staff gets flustered everytime I ask.
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His smile slips. He doesn't want to obscure the truth, but how on Earth does he explain without it sounding like he's suggesting she prostitute herself?]
I'm surprised they got flustered. They could do with a little more shame if you ask me.
[But he's dodging the question. He sighs a bit and says:]
I'll answer, but do you want the good news or the bad news first?
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Why does he look so worried.]
Hmm, is the bad news that bad?
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[But as a fellow idol, he doubts she'll be impressed with what they're made to do here.
That's no excuse to hide the truth from her, though. She'll have to hear it from someone. And so he steels himself, looks at her directly, and comes clean, much as he hates being the bearer of bad news.]
There are only two ways to earn chips. There's something else called vouchers, and I've earned those just from singing in public. You're welcome to join me for that anytime you like. But as far as chips go, you can only get those from gambling, or else from sleeping with people.
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[She'll... give herself some time to prepare to ask the second one. She doesn't seem repulsed or disturbed by the idea, but well... She did already experience something similar earlier, even if she is still processing all that.
It's a lot to process.]
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