Tasuku Takato/Night of accomplished missions

Form of Justice

Backstage Stories

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Tasuku	Thank you so much for inviting me as a guest star this time.
Member of another troupe	The pleasure is ours.
	I look forward to working together again.
Tasuku	Yes, for sure.
	*walks away*
Boy	Huh, where am I…? Mama…?
Tasuku	Hm?
Boy	…Euuugh. Mamaaa, where are you!
	*car passes*
Tasuku	…!
	Watch out!
Boy	Wahhh!
	*pulls*
Tasuku	…Phew. I made it in time.
	Are you okay?
Boy	I-I’m alright… but, *sniffle*.
Tasuku	It was a red light, you know?
	You’ll get hit by a car if you jump out like that.
Boy	But… but…
	My mama is…
Tasuku	Mama?
Boy	Mama’s goneee. UWEHHH!
Tasuku	Is this kid… lost…?
	I can’t even listen to him while he’s crying like this. What do I do—.
Fuyuki	Hey, you. Are you okay? Are you hurt?
Boy	…*Sniff*. Yeah, I’m alright.
Fuyuki	That was scary, wasn’t it?
	Everything’s going to be okay. Mr. Police Officer is here.
Tasuku	Aniki!
Fuyuki	Tasuku. Is this kid lost?
Tasuku	Yeah. It sounds like he got separated from his mom.
Fuyuki	Roger. Shall we head to the police station then?
	Here we are.
	What’s your name?
Boy	Sakuragi Tsukasa…
Fuyuki	…!
	I see. It’s you, huh?
Tasuku	?
	What’s the matter?
Fuyuki	Oh, nothing.
	I see. What a cool name!
Tsukasa	Thanks… *hic*.
Fuyuki	Alright, let’s look for your mother together.
	Don’t you worry. I’m absolutely sure we’ll find her!
Tsukasa	…Right!
Tasuku	…
	(They must be used to looking after children like this in this line of work. But my brother’s unexpected good at it…)
Fuyuki	Tasuku, c’mere a second.
Tasuku	What?
Fuyuki	I didn't say this in front of that kid since I haven't confirmed it yet. But there was actually someone who looked like Tsukasa's mother at the police station earlier.
Tasuku	Really!
Fuyuki	Yeah.
	I’ll try contacting her right now.
Tsukasa’s mom	I can’t thank you enough…!
Fuyuki	Not at all. I’m glad you two were able to reunite.
Tsukasa’s mom	Come on. Make sure you say thank you, Tsukasa.
Tsukasa	Thank you, Mr. Policeman.
	Thanks for saving me too, mister.
Fuyuki	Don’t mention it!
Tasuku	Yeah. I’m glad you’re safe.
Fuyuki	Alright then, take care, Tsukasa-kun. Bye bye!
Tsukasa	Bye byeee!
Tasuku	We can breathe a sigh of relief now.
	Even if it was just a coincidence, you came over and saved the day.
Fuyuki	I was just out on my patrol.
	That aside, I’ve been trying to reach you on your phone.
	Didn’t you see?
Tasuku	Hm? …I was in starring in a guest performance earlier.
	Did something happen?
Fuyuki	So you see, we, the local division and the traffic division hold a traffic safety class for the children every year—.
	And in the class, there’s going to be something like a “role-model experience”.
	Could I ask MANKAI Company to help with that?
Tasuku	Us?
Fuyuki	We always ask actors from other troupes. But this year, if possible, I’d like you guys to participate.
Tasuku	A children’s traffic safety class… Whatever the case, that kid from earlier ran a red light, so we need a chance to show him an example.
	I’d be happy to help if it can prevent an accident like that…
	For now, I’ll mention it to the troupe members.
	Can I get back to you with an answer later?
Fuyuki	Go ahead.
	I’m hoping to hear good news.

Tasuku	…That’s the situation.
Izumi	If we can help, then of course we’d be happy to lend a hand!
Tasuku	Thanks.
	Even though it’s just a sample, I heard there’s a script to move the event along.
	I think they’re going to hold a rehearsal beforehand as well.
Tsuzuru	Since there’s a script, does that mean it’s going to be like a play?
Tasuku	It’s sort of like a demonstration. We’re going to dress up as police officers and teach children the rules of the road while showing them good examples.
Yuki	And what are you going to do about the costumes?
Tasuku	We’re supposed to be able to borrow special outfits.
	They said they want us to send over three guys.
	I’m going to participate. So that leaves two more.
Juza	…Tasuku-san.
	I’m gonna join.
Tasuku	Are you sure?
Juza	While I was out ridin’ my motorcycle, I’ve seen kids jump out even when adults are right behind them. That worried me, so I’d like to help out too.
Izumi	That happens a lot when kids are young.
Kumon	I’ll go too!
	I bet it’ll be fun to dress up as cops with nii-chan. And I’d be down if I can help prevent accidents, even just a little!
Izumi	Okay. Then can I ask Tasuku-san, Juza-kun and Kumon-kun to be the three volunteers for this event?
Tasuku	Yeah. I appreciate it, you two.
	I’ll let my brother know.
Izumi	Please do.
	I’m going to go watch how it goes on the day of, too.
Kumon	Even though it’s a demonstration, we gotta be convincing as police officers, right, nii-chan!
Juza	Yeah. We gotta prepare for our roles somehow.
	I’ll think of somethin’.
Tasuku	Like a policeman, huh…
	(The best way to learn more about policemen is to ask a professional.
	I’ll ask my brother some things while I give him our reply…)
	*ring, ring*
	Hello?
Fuyuki	“Hey, Tasuku.
	Have you guys come to a conclusion about the traffic safety class?”
Tasuku	Yeah. We decided to accept.
Fuyuki	“Really? That’s great to hear.
	I’ll report that to my boss right away”
Tasuku	Sure.
	By the way, I have something I want to ask you…
Fuyuki	“What’s up?”
Tasuku	I want to know more about police officers in order to prepare for my role.
	Could you give me some of your time?
Fuyuki	“…I got it.
	It just so happens I’m off duty tomorrow, so I’ll be at home. Wanna come over?”
Tasuku	Sure.
Fuyuki	So, what specifically do you want to know?
Tasuku	My role coming up is a neighbourhood police officer, so I’m going to reference what you do on the daily.
	Going on patrols your main job, right? As for traffic, my impression is that you deal with vehicles that break the law…
Fuyuki	That’s right. It’s not just cars, I also watch out for pedestrians walking while using their phones, bicyclists riding without their lights on, and so forth.
	We’re going to ask you to talk about this stuff in the show on the day of.
Tasuku	So what do you do when you actually catch someone breaking the rules?
Fuyuki	I call them over and listen to what they have to say. Then I hand them a fine, depending on the situation.
	However, our main goal here is to show the children good examples related to traffic. We don’t want to make them think policemen are scary people who just punish them.
	That’s why I think your feelings when you saved Tsukasa-kun the other day are much more important than any warning or fine.
Tasuku	My feelings…
	(Back then, my brother was…)
	*flashback starts*
Fuyuki	Hey, you. Are you okay? Are you hurt?
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Tsukasa	…*Sniff*. Yeah, I’m alright.
Fuyuki	That was scary, wasn’t it?
	Everything’s going to be okay. Mr. Police Officer is here.
	Alright, let’s look for your mother together.
	Don’t you worry. I’m absolutely sure we’ll find her!
Tsukasa	…Right!
	*flashback ends*
Tasuku	(…He was empathetic to the kid’s feelings and he treated them with kindness.)
Fuyuki	Anyhow, sorry you came all the way here to consult with me, but I want you to just act the same as you did that day.
Tasuku	Yeah, you got it.
	(That reminds me, my brother was late to school once because he was delivering a lost kid to the police station.)
	(His lateness was justified, huh?)
	…I’m glad my brother became a police officer.
Fuyuki	Huh?
	Did you say something?
Tasuku	I was just thinking everyone must feel safe when they’re rescued by a police officer like you.
Fuyuki	Haha. If you ever find yourself in a bind, you can always depend on your big brother too!
Tasuku	Oh, be quiet. Don’t pat my head.

Fuyuki	You’ve practised the whole thing the other day, so I’m sure it’ll go smoothly.
Tasuku	Right. Now all that’s left is to do our best to get along with the children gathered here today.
Izumi	Great job, everyone!
	I see you’re done changing.
Kumon	Hehe. We look cool, don’t we!
Izumi	Oh?
	Kumon-kun, you’re the only one with a hat?
Juza	We took them off since we thought they might fall while we’re doing our demonstrations. But it looks like Kumon wanted to wear his.
Izumi	Fufu. I see.
	Anyways, seeing Tasuku-san and Fuyuki-san side-by-side as police officers is a rare sight indeed!
Tasuku	Well, it’s not everyday I get the chance to don a police uniform.
CHOICE 1: You look like Fuyuki-san [+] Izumi You know, you really do look like Fuyuki-san. Tasuku Do I? I don’t think so myself, though. Izumi I think your personalities are a little different, but you can totally tell you’re brothers when you look at your eyes. Tasuku Aniki’s going to make a fuss if he hears that. Izumi Fufu. That's proof of how much he thinks of you as a precious little brother.
CHOICE 2: You look just like a real police officer [+] Izumi Fuyuki-san is also with you, so you look just like a real police officer. Tasuku I wouldn’t be surprised if it looks real to the kids who are attending the traffic safety class. Izumi That’s true. Even though it’s a demonstration, you’re still playing the role of a policeman. Tasuku Yeah. It’s no different from a play. I’m going to do my best to embody a police officer in the time we have. Izumi Fufu, that’s right. I’ll be watching until the end as well.
Host officer	Thank you all very much for coming to the traffic safety class today.
	Today, I’d like us to think about traffic safety together while getting first hand experience checking for safety in various different scenarios.
Fuyuki	Alright, first off, everyone who’s going to be learning about the rules when crossing the street together, raise your hand!
Kids	Hereee!
Kumon	Check the colour of the traffic light. You can only cross when it’s green!
	See, raise your arm nice and high like this and check whether any cars are coming! Check to the right, left, and once more to the right…
Kid A	Right, left!
Kumon	Yep, yep, you’re a pro!
	Now keep your arm raised like that until you reach the other side!
Juza	You always gotta inspect your bike before you ride it.
Kid B	How do you do that?
Juza	Good question. First, check that your brakes work, make sure your light turns on, put your helmet on, and then you’re ready to go.
	Let’s all try doing that together.
Kid C	Okay!
Tasuku	Bikes are just like cars. That’s why you must stop if there’s a stop sign.
	Now, all together.
	First, stop. Then check both sides of the road.
Kid D	Okay, done checking!
	Can we go now?
Tasuku	Yes.
	Ride slowly.
	Next, let’s try riding around so you understand the dangers.
	Go forward in a zigzag to avoid the coloured cones to your left and right.
	Of course I’ll be right behind you, so don’t worry.
Kid E	I do this every day, so it’s a piece of cake!
	I’m good at riding bikes!
	Smooth and steady… WAH!
Tasuku	!
	*runs over*
	…Alright. I’ve got you. Don’t worry.
	That was a surprise, wasn’t it? You’re not hurt, are you?
Kid E	N-no…
Tasuku	If you did fall, then this helmet is here to protect your head.
	Thanks for riding with it on.
	Keep up the good work.
Kid E	Thanks… I’ll make sure to wear my helmet and I won’t ride in zigzags anymore.
Tasuku	I see. Great job.
Kid E	Wah, don’t pat my head… hehe.
Fuyuki	…
	Thanks for today, you three.
	It went amazing!
Juza	Thank you too.
	It was a good experience.
Kumon	For sure! The kids learned a lot too!
	I guess we gotta change out of these costumes now, huh?
Fuyuki	Say, since we’re all here, let’s take some pictures with your costumes on.
	I’ll take some shots for you two brothers.
Kumon	For real!?
	Thanks!
Fuyuki	Here goes. Say cheese!
	*click*
Kumon	I’ll take one for the Takato bros next!
Tasuku	No, I’m good.
Fuyuki	Aw, don’t say that! This is a rare opportunity, isn’t it!
	Scooch in, scooch in!
	*pulls*
Tasuku	Woah!?
	Oi, aniki!
Kumon	Hehe, I’m gonna take it!
	Smile, Tasuku-san!
	*click*
Juza	… Nice picture.
Fuyuki	Yep, it’s an awesome souvenir! I’m gonna hang it in my room.
Kumon	*Sigh*~. It was fun interacting with the kids, and nii-chan’s policeman look was super duper cool!
Juza	You look great too, Kumon.
Fuyuki	If we’re laying on the praise, then my little brother was pretty darn cool himself!
Tasuku	Hey, quit it.
Fuyuki	C’mon, I mean it. I'm sure that kid who almost fell off his bike was happy such a kind older brother swooped in to save the day.
Tasuku	I just thought of you and…
Fuyuki	Hm?
Tasuku	…Never mind. It’s nothing.
Fuyuki	What’s that~? Now I’m curious.
Tasuku	Shush. I said it was nothing, alright?
Izumi	(Fufu. Those two are a wonderful pair of brothers.)

Anna