Itaru Chigasaki/Bubble Shower of Blessings

BRIDAL MODEL again

Backstage Stories

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Itaru	(…I’m sleepy)
	(I had so much fun at yesterday’s MMO cuz more people logged in. I stayed up too late.)
	It’s almost time. I really want to get up and go home as soon as possible but I at least want to finish this much for today.
	—Achoo!
	(I just felt a sudden chill…I don’t think I caught a cold though.)
Colleague	Oii, Chigasaki. Yoshino-san is looking for you.
Itaru	…Seriously.
	(I have a bad feeling about this)
Yoshino	—Like the last time, I would like you to help in creating wedding pamphlets as support to our partners.
Itaru	Yes….
Yoshino	The pamphlets you worked on last time were a huge success and the other party hopes for the same results this time around. We would be pleased to continue doing business with that company. Will you accept this work?
Itaru	…Leave it to me.
Izumi	Eh? Me? As a bridal model again?
Itaru	The partner company requested to work with the same members as the last time.
	Doesn’t it mean that Director-san is also included?
Izumi	No, no. I only modeled with my back view that time…It doesn’t have to be me this time!
Itaru	Of course, I’m not saying you’re going to do it for free.
	This time too, I can take you to as many curry shops as you want.
Izumi	Still….
Itaru	Speaking of, a co-worker mentioned going on a business trip to India soon.
	I might be able to ask for a rare spice as a souvenir, you know?
Izumi	Ugh…I-I get it.
	I’ll lend you a hand for the sake of spices.
Itaru	Thanks.
	Looking forward to working with you, director.
Itaru	How was it?
	You’re going to be a bridal model for the second time around. Do you feel you can handle it now?
Izumi	How could I! I’m not confident enough to handle this. Even up until now, I’m still wondering if I am good enough for this…
Itaru	I am the one who asked you to do this and I am sure you’re good enough.
	Look, you can choose what you want to wear from here…
Izumi	I have less confidence in choosing such an important dress to put on a pamphlet.
Itaru	I think any dress would suit Director-san but I’ve heard your wishes—Should I choose for you?
Izumi	Y-yes, please.
Itaru	Ah, excuse me.
	Can I look around?
Staff	Of course!
Itaru	Let’s see… The pink dress looked good on her last time. It would be nice to choose a similar color this time as well.
	Try this out.
Izumi	Like this?
Itaru	Hmm, it’s not bad. But I’d like you to try this gorgeous dress too. Is it okay?
Izumi	Ah, s-sure!
Staff	Fufu, watching the two of you is making me think that you’re getting married for real. It’s kinda heartwarming.
Izumi	Ahaha….
Itaru	Alright, I’ve decided.
	Director-san, change into this.

Staff	The bride is ready!
Izumi	(As I thought, I feel like the dress is wearing me instead…)
Itaru	Director-san, raise your head.
	…Hmm, you’re beautiful.
Izumi	—.
	T-thank you very much.
	(Being gazed at and praised like that made my heart skip a little bit…)
Itaru	Well then, let’s move to the location.
Izumi	Eh?
	We’re not doing the shoot here?
Itaru	Hm? Didn’t I tell you?
	We’re shooting at the park’s entrance.
Izumi	It’s my first time hearing about it!
Itaru	There isn’t much difference shooting here and there. You can take it easy.
	Moreover, you helped as Omi’s assistant during a wedding, didn’t you?
Izumi	I did, but I was just helping around with the shooting side itself and not the modeling.
Itaru	But the atmosphere is just about the same—
Staff	Chigasaki-san. I’m sorry!
Itaru	What happened?
Staff	We just found out that a mistake has been made with the schedule of the model who’s going to play the groom.
Izumi	Eh? Does it mean that…The groom model won’t make it?
Staff	Yes. I can’t apologize enough for this.
Itaru	No, I made a mistake on my side too. I didn’t do the confirmation myself.
	All the other staff are only available today so I’d like to finish the shoot today if possible, but—
	Even if we could arrange for a substitute model, it’s going to take some time for them to get here.
	We won’t be able to shoot anymore when the sun falls…
Staff	Um, excuse me, if it’s about the substitute model, why don’t we have Chigasaki-san play the role of the groom?
Itaru	……Me?
Staff	Your stature is quite similar to the original model. I think Chigasaki-san can wear the costumes we have prepared.
Cameraman	Your overall atmosphere is good enough looking through the lens. You should do it.
Itaru	Uhh….
Staff	Well then, we’re going to prepare Chigasaki-san to play the role of the groom.
Itaru	…You must be kidding.
	What kind of plot twist is this?
Izumi	…. Itaru-san, are you okay?
Itaru	…Well, it’s my job to respond to any unforeseen situations in the field.
	I’m also at fault here.
	Plus, I want to try being your partner this time.
	I’m looking forward to working with you, Director-san.
Izumi	(I wonder if Itaru-san is done preparing…)
Staff	Chigasaki-san is entering.
Itaru	…I’m sorry I kept you waiting, Director-san.
Izumi	Wow, Itaru-san. The tuxedo looks great on you!
Itaru	You think so?
	I’m glad to hear that from you.
	Let’s move to the park.

Cameraman	Let’s start the photoshoot.
Staff	Bubble shower is ready!
Izumi	Wow, there are lots of bubbles floating around!
	It looks great!
Itaru	If it’s Kazunari he’s definitely going to say, it’s “’Blam-able”.
Cameraman	First, walk slowly holding each other’s hand.
	That’s right, stop right there. Look sideways.
	Next, bridegroom, carry the bride in your arms like a princess!
Izumi	Ehh? We’re going to do it here?
Itaru	Well, it’s a wedding photo so this much is only to be expected.
	It’s going to be okay. No matter how much of a weakling I am, I should be able to lift someone like Director-san.
Izumi	No, that’s not what I meant.
Itaru	I’m telling you it’s fine. Stay still.
Izumi	Woah…!
Itaru	...You’re beautiful, Director-san.
Izumi	Eh….
Cameraman	Yes, just like that. Looking great–!
	There, okay!
Itaru	Whoops…
	Director-san, watch out for the hem of your dress.
Izumi	Ah, y-yes.
	Being carried in public is quite embarrassing.
Itaru	If you’re getting embarrassed by only this much, you might not be able to keep up, you know?
Izumi	?
Cameraman	Then for the next shoot, bring your face closer for the wedding kiss…
Izumi	!?
Itaru	Alright, here we go–
Izumi	(His face is way too close…!)
Cameraman	Just a little bit closer!
Izumi	Uh, umm?!
Itaru	Relax your shoulders, Director-san.
	There.
Izumi	Even if you say so…!
Itaru	Forget about the shooting. Look only at me.
	…It’s going to be alright.
Izumi	Itaru-san….
Itaru	Well, the frozen Director-san is cute too.
Izumi	T-that’s enough…!
	Please stop teasing me!
Cameraman	There, okay!
Izumi	(Fuu…Today was tiring)
	(Hm? Something was floating around just now… Bubbles?)
	I wonder where it’s coming from……
Itaru	Ah, Director-san.
Izumi	So Itaru-san is the one playing with the bubbles.
Itaru	They gave me the bubble gun we used for today’s shoot.
	Wanna try it?
Izumi	Alright then…
	Woah, this is so much fun!
Itaru	I’m glad to hear that.
	Thank you for helping me today, Director-san.
Itaru	I didn’t expect I’d be playing the part of the groom, but I am glad to have such a beautiful bride like you.
CHOICE 1: You're praising me way too much [+] Izumi You’re praising me way too much, Itaru-san. Itaru I mean, it’s only for a moment but, I thought that I’d feel insanely good if Director-san was my wife. Izumi Eh? Itaru Because you know me as an actor more than anyone else, and you understand my hobbies. Director-san never thought of my games and figures as something unpleasant. You don’t throw them away without my permission, do you? Izumi How could I? They’re Itaru-san’s treasured things. Itaru I’m going to be very happy if I could marry you.
CHOICE 2: You haven't gotten out of your role? [+] Izumi Could it be that you haven’t gotten out of the setting where I am playing the role of your bride? Itaru Oh–…. Certainly, I am an actor so it’s unavoidable for you to think that I’m still acting. Izumi Eh? Itaru It’s not like I haven’t gotten out of character today. What I said from the beginning till the end are the real thoughts of Chigasaki Itaru….. I am glad to have Director-san as my beautiful bride.
Izumi	Itaru-san…
Itaru	Heh?
	Have you fallen for me?
Izumi	I, I didn’t!
	You won’t deceive me with your praises.
	You have to keep your promise. Make sure to take me to curry shops!
Itaru	…You got me.
	Mission failed.
Izumi	Of course! I’ve already picked the shops I want to visit with Itaru-san.
Itaru	Roger that. I’ll go with you until you’re satisfied.

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