Today is the day I have to go to the studio for a meeting about the company’s agenda.
To be honest, I wanted to reject it because I was feeling lazy, but every time like this, I’m forcibly reminded.
I’m just a member of an organization called Star’s Flow, and I’m in a subordinate position…
But isn’t this a bit much?
I’m still an active high school girl, and it’s spring break right now… Can’t I be a little spoiled and take it easy?
…Well, I have no grounds to complain after hearing that Koga and other members are already getting enough consideration.
“Ah, hello…”
“Welcome back, Izumi.”
As I opened the waiting room door of the studio, familiar faces welcomed me.
Koga, Akabane, and then Aki and Ayaka as well.
Today, all the second-generation members of Star’s Flow have gathered for a special broadcast.
The plan is to introduce the upcoming ‘Star’s Flow Festival’ this summer, but I’ve heard that’s just something we’ll briefly touch on at the end of the broadcast.
Basically, it’s just a group collaboration project for the second-gen members… or at least that’s how it seems.
“It’s been a while since we all gathered like this since the hot spring trip.”
We went on the second-gen hot spring trip at the end of December…
“Wow, it’s been a while!”
“Ahh~ Just mentioning it makes me want to go again!”
As Ayaka stretched her arms toward the sky and exclaimed, Akabane nodded in agreement.
Of course, I felt the same.
The outdoor hot spring, the kaiseki… the silly chats we had… Those are truly delightful memories.
“I… had a blast too…”
“Nekoto just seemed to sleep the whole time, though…”
“That’s a misunderstanding! I enjoyed it for sure…”
Well, it was a trip made possible because of Kurokami’s kindness, so it might not be easy to have another trip at that level.
Anyway, while reminiscing about the hot spring trip, the waiting room door creaked open with a creak.
“Everyone, are you all here?”
“Ah, Noah-chan!”
“Hello, Ayaka.”
The one who entered the waiting room was our overall manager from Star’s Flow, Katsuki, otherwise known as M-chan during broadcasts.
“Thank you all for making time today. As you all know, we’re going to shoot one of the videos for the announcement of the Star’s Flow Festival happening this summer.”
With that, M-chan introduced the outline and goals of today’s broadcast.
In simple terms, we had various games prepared, and we just had to enjoy them!
To put it simply, today’s point is to let everyone know that the Star’s Flow Festival is happening.
The proper introduction video for the festival will be filmed later with Natsune and the first-generation members.
“Oh, and just so everyone knows, since this isn’t a recorded broadcast, please be cautious.”
“…Huh?”
“I know.”
“I’ll be careful…”
Everyone but me nodded as if it were no big deal.
Why…?
“Uh, um, Koga… Is this video… a live broadcast?”
“Huh? Yep. Didn’t we mention in the group miscode? It’s going to be a live broadcast.”
“Ah… I see.”
Honestly, I didn’t remember at all, but I nodded anyway.
The reason I was feeling flustered was that normally, such project videos would be recorded, edited, and then released live.
It is easier in terms of directing, but more importantly, since it’s important content, we can’t afford for anything to go wrong, so it acts as a precaution.
But today’s broadcast is live…
While I pondered these thoughts, Koga came over to my side.
“Honestly, did you forget about it, Izumi?”
“Ah, um… y-yeah…”
“I told you to read the announcements in the group miscode thoroughly.”
“S-sorry…”
“…Well, even if it’s a live broadcast, it shouldn’t be drastically different from usual, so don’t be too nervous. Just think of it as hanging out together.”
Koga said that while gently ruffling my hair and then pinching my cheek.
“Ko, Koga-mama…”
“Don’t call me that.”
“Uwaah…!”
As the pinch on my cheek became a bit stronger, I felt a tingle and, for the moment, declared my surrender.
Still, no matter what, Koga will always be my mama position!
“Uwa…”
As I rubbed my sore cheek and slightly looked up, Koga was looking down at me with a slight smirk.
Did my surrender boost her confidence?
But I still had a trump card left to play.
“Uh, speaking of which…”
“Izumi?”
“…Yes?”
“I’m just asking, but you’re not thinking of saying something like, ‘Sitting here makes me feel strange because I have to look up at Koga,’ right?”
“…”
Hearing Koga’s words, I quietly averted my gaze.
I had been completely defeated.
“Averting your gaze won’t solve anything, you know!”
“Ow!”
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[Star’s Flow (Official)☑ @StarsFlow · 5 minutes]
Breaking News! At 17:00, a major announcement!
The guests are all second-generation members!
Join us here >> https://ontu.be/XXXXXXX
#Star’sFlow #AkiNekoto #AkabaneYukari #UtsumiAyaka #KogaSuzuha #KainohIzumi
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[【Major Announcement】Let’s Have Fun Together! #Star’sFlow #AkiNekoto #AkabaneYukari #UtsumiAyaka #KogaSuzuha #KainohIzumi]
-─(≧▽≦)> Izumi-izumi!
-(＿ ＿*) Z z z
-Akakats!
-Major announcement?!
“Is everything with the equipment okay?”
“Ah, yes. It seems fine…”
“If there’s any problem, please let me know immediately.”
Thanks to the fact that it’s a live broadcast, my initial nervousness was thankfully just brief.
When I think about it, the significant agenda of announcing the Star’s Flow Festival is just a small part of it; the broadcast itself isn’t much different from how Koga said it would be, just like any other day.
We sit in the studio, follow M-chan’s instructions, and listen to the members talk as usual – that’s it.
As long as we stick to that, there shouldn’t be any major issues or incidents.
“Alright, then let’s start slowly!”
At M-chan’s words, I took one last look at the 3D equipment and focused my mind.
Suddenly, the large monitor showing the waiting screen changed, and our figures standing in front of a stage backdrop appeared.
“Hello, everyone! I’m M-chan from Star’s Flow, your host for today! Thank you for joining us!”
– Hello!
– Feels like it’s been a while to see M-chan!
“Today, we have some exciting news for all the fans of Star’s Flow, which is why we’re doing this broadcast! But before we start, let me introduce today’s guests. Ayaka, please start!”
“Kon-aya~! I’m Utsumi Ayaka! I’m excited to hear there’s good news, so I’ll work hard and enjoy today!”
With Ayaka’s greeting, applause echoed around.
Then Aki, Akabane, and Koga’s self-introductions followed, and finally, it was my turn.
The staff’s gazes felt somewhat burdensome, but at this point, nothing could stop me.
“Phew…”
I took a deep breath before boldly proclaiming.
“Ko, konzumi…! I’m Kainoh Izumi… Please take care of me!”
– Hi, Izumi!
– Mei-chan, do your best today!
“Hehe… didn’t bite your tongue today, huh?”
Koga, who always teased me for biting my tongue during self-introductions, should let it slide this time.
I’m hyper ultra sensation Kainoh Izumi Mark 2 now, so…!
“Now, let’s jump right into it. Before the major announcement, here’s the mission the Star’s Flow second-gen members will have to tackle, the first one!”
The broadcast screen changed again.
The next thing that appeared was [Star’s Flow Riddle].
“From now on, a riddle related to Star’s Flow will be given. If you get it right, you’re safe! If you get it wrong, you’ll face a penalty, so everyone, give it your all!”
“Eh? There’s a penalty too?”
“Yes! Of course!”
M-chan said with a bright smile.
It’s easy for her to smile like that because she knows she won’t have to face the penalties.
Everyone. There’s a sly adult over there…
“Now, here’s the first question!”
The moment she said that, a ta-da! sound reverberated, and the question appeared on the broadcast screen.
[Q. The debut date of Star’s Flow’s first member, Natsune Nanase?]
…What? This is incredibly easy.
I almost snickered at that thought.
After all, it’s not fun to start with a difficult question…
I jotted down my answer without hesitation and looked around; indeed, no one was struggling.
“Alright, now please reveal your answers!”
At M-chan’s words, our answer sheets were displayed.
[Ayaka: September 24!]
[Nekoto: September 24?]
[Yukari: September 24]
[Suzuha: September 24]
[Izumi: September 24 at 18:30!]
“…Everyone got it right!”
– There’s one scary person over there.
– Remembering the exact time is terrifying.
– That’s some yandere qualities there!
“Eh…?”
For some reason, the reactions in the chatroom were strange.
I was originally going to write something like, ‘First broadcast! Nice to meet you!’ but held back for this one.
Is it that weird for me to remember my favorite member’s debut date and time?
That’s something that anyone who knows the ‘Eighth Star’ should definitely know…
“No, that’s absolutely not the case…”
…Huh?
“Ahem. Anyway, since everyone got it right, let’s move on to the second question!”
Once again, a sound echoed.
The second question appeared…
[Q. The debut date of Star’s Flow second-gen member, Kainoh Izumi?]
It was a question of equal difficulty.
“…Uh.”
And here was the fool who couldn’t remember her own debut date.
…Is this some kind of penalty?
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