Act 4/Episode 2

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Act 4
Episode 2: Task
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IzumiNow then, without further ado, I’ll have you two do a simple task!
After a short self-introduction, please use this smartphone to do a one-man act.
First off—— Let’s start with the former sleeping partner, if you’d please!
AzumaFufu. “Former sleeping partner”? I’m Yukishiro Azuma. Self-introductions are difficult.
I don’t have any experience in theatre at all, but I’ve met all sorts of people in my job, so I may be skilled at observing people.
IzumiI see. It’s a useful advantage when it comes to acting. Then, please proceed with the task.
AzumaHmm, a one-man act using a phone...
...
“...Hello? It’s me.”
Izumi(So he chose to do a phone call. It’s a traditional way to tackle the task, plus it’s the easiest to do.)
Azuma“You haven’t been in touch recently, so I was just wondering how you’re doing.”
“Yeah... Yeah, you’re right.”
“It’s okay... I’m doing fine.”
“Yeah... Okay, got it... I’ll talk to you later then.”
I wonder if that was okay?
IzumiYes! Thank you very much.
(He may be inexperienced, but he seems to have a good grasp on acting.)
(Moreover, he has a unique feel to him. Creating a new worldview just by standing on stage is a valuable talent.)
(We don’t have an actor of his type yet. I’m expecting great things from him...!)
Can the next one step up, please?
Quiet Young Man...Okay.
Tsumugi...I’m Tsukioka Tsumugi. I’m looking forward to working with you.
Izumi(Even his self-introduction is quiet...)
Tsumugi...
...
Izumi(Hm? He’s just staring at his phone...)
JuzaOi, what’s wrong?
BanriIsn’t the task just difficult?
Sakyo...Be quiet.
Tsumugi...*sigh*
Izumi(It’s not that. He’s checking the time on his phone. Then, he surveys his surroundings...)
——
(I see. He’s meeting up with someone...!)
Tsumugi...
Izumi(He sends a message on his phone...)
Tsumugi...Huh?
——
Izumi(He gets informed of something that happened. Then he starts to run off with a shaken expression...)
Tsumugi...That is all.
Taichi——Amazing!
OmiI was wondering what he was doing at first, but it turns out he was meeting up with someone.
BanriHe could express that much without saying any lines.
JuzaHe’s good...
Izumi(What an incredible asset...! He has the basics down perfectly, and his subtle acting is perfect. He’s at a level where he can stand on stage anytime.)
Sakyo...Treat him as a novice? Yeah, right.
Izumi(Right. He can do that much, and yet he seems to lack confidence. I wonder why.)
(Is that just his personality? Or maybe there’s a reason why...)
AzumaWhen will we know the results?
IzumiOh, you both pass!
TsumugiHuh?
AzumaOh? You’re very quick to decide.
BanriCongrats!
Juza‘Grats.
TaichiLooking forward to working with you!
OmiI look forward to working with you.
IzumiFrom here on out, let’s work hard together as members of MANKAI Company!
Tsumugi...Yes.
AzumaLooking forward to working with you too.
Izumi(We’ve assembled different kinds of actors so far. I’m excited to see how the Winter Troupe performance will turn out!)
Sakyo...So, we’ve got two so far. What are you gonna do about the other three?
IzumiHuh!?
U-uhhh... Let’s wait a little longer!
Izumi...
......
(N-no one’s coming...)
JuzaNo one’s coming.
BanriWhat happened to our popularity.
OmiHmm, I thought we’d gather around five people quickly, but it’s pretty difficult.
TaichiWe handed out so many flyers too! It’s just weird!
SakyoWell, I guess that’s just how it is.
Izumi(W-what should I do? At this rate the Winter Troupe is only going to be two people...!?)
SakyoWhy don’t you try gathering people the same way you did for Spring Troupe?
IzumiAh!! That’s right!
BanriThe same way you did for Spring Troupe?
IzumiI approached the people who became interested after watching us do street acts.
BanriOhh, that sounds good.
IzumiI’m sorry for asking this of you so suddenly, but can you lend us a hand, Tsumugi-san, Azuma-san?
TsumugiEh... Sure, if I can be of use...
AzumaI’ve never done it before, if that’s fine with you.
BanriAll right, let’s go.
JuzaYeah.
TaichiLet’s go fishing!
IzumiEveryone else is coming too?
OmiOf course.
SakyoCome on, let’s go.
IzumiYes!
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