gyaxa | Chiaki's FS1 Idol Story Ch.1 (Reply)

"You're Also a Hero"
Characters: Chiaki, Anzu, Hiiro

Season: Autumn

Chiaki: Here I am! Sorry to keep you waiting, Anzu! Morisawa Chiaki has made his brilliant arrival…☆

"Sorry to make you come all this way"...? Don't worry about it! We're friends, aren't we?

More importantly, let's get into the main topic. We're here to discuss my "personalized outfit", right?

Fuhahaha! It's finally my turn, huh. I've been waiting for you to reach out to me since forever!

"I'm sure you want a hero-like outfit"? Fufufu, I'm guessing you want to know what kind of design I'm wishing for.

Here it is! The ultimate "personalized outfit" that I thought up…☆

…Hm? What's with that troubled face?

I tried drawing it out to make it easier to visualize, but it seems that made it harder to visual instead.

On the head here is a helmet, the type that covers the whole face. I tried making the shield part bigger to make it stand out more.

Hanging from the neck is a 2 meter long scarf. I'm getting excited just imagining it flowing in the wind…♪︎

…Huh, "these details seem hard to implement"? What on earth makes you say that, Anzu?!

"Your face won't be visible because of the helmet, and the scarf would get tangled when you dance"... Well, if you put it that way…

Then what about these gears on the arms? They can glow in the colors of the rainbow in time with the music ☆

"It seems too expensive to make"? H~mm…

(That sure puts me in a pickle. I didn't think I'd be flat out rejected, so I'm not sure what to do now.)

(But I'm an idol. And her opinions as a producer are grounded in logic.)

(I should probably just yield to her right about now.)

…Everything you've said is right on the money. I was completely caught up in implementing all of my ideals, and neglected to consider anything else.

Alright, let's throw all of these ideas out!

Fuhaha, there's no need to be considerate. A setback as small as this isn't enough to make me lose heart. Just you wait, I'll come up with even better ideas…☆

Hm? It seems like someone's arrived…

Oh, Hero-kun! Good day to you!

Hiiro: Good day to the both of you. I'm glad to see you, Anzu-san.

I noticed one of my clothes started to fray, so I've been looking for someone to fix it.

"I'll fix it right away"? Alright, then I'll just wait right here.

Oh, so the two of you were in the middle of planning an outfit, I see. Is this design for RYUSEITAI?

Chiaki: Not quite, this is my "personalized outfit".

Hiiro: Wow, it's really unique! It truly feels like a special set of clothes. I look forward to seeing it in action.

Chiaki: Thank you. But all these ideas have been scrapped. I was aiming for an outfit fit for a hero, but these ideas seem to suit an idol…

Thinking up designs really is difficult. I've really ought to bow my head down to Anzu, who's made countless outfits thus far.

Hiiro: A hero, hmm… You seem to be really hung up on that part, Chiaki-senpai.

Just what are heroes? Aira tried explaining it to me once, but he didn't give me a clear answer.

Chiaki: "Just what are heroes?", huh. That sounds like it could be the subtitle for a movie.

I'll tell you! Heroes are "cool beings who protect the weak"...☆

Hiiro: Hmm… but martial artists also protect the weak. Does that mean martial artists are heroes?

Chiaki: Well, I suppose you could say that, but they're a little different from the heroes I'm talking about.

Hm, I'm not really sure how to explain it. There's a certain je ne sais quoi to it that you can only understand by feeling it, after all.

Say, Hero-kun, would you like to come to an amusement park with me? I'm sure seeing it for yourself will make it more clear than anything I say.

Hiiro: So heroes' homes are called amusement parks? Alright, I'll gladly take you up on your offer.

I'll finally learn what a hero is. What a joyous occasion…♪︎

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(A few days later)

Hiiro: So this is an amusement park… There are all sorts of things that I've never seen before, how interesting!

Chiaki: Ah, right, this is your first time coming to an amusement park.

Hiiro: I had Aira teach me some things in advance. It seems there's all sorts of attractions, but I'm really curious about the one where you ride a horse.

It's been a while since I've ridden one. I was of the impression that city folk don't ride horses, but I guess that's not true!

Chiaki: Does riding a merry-go-round count as riding a horse? Hmm…

Why are you pulling on my sleeve, Anzu? "We should start heading towards the stage"?

You're right. The hero show's about to start.

Come with me, Hero-kun.

Hiiro: Alright, I'm following you.

Chiaki: Thanks for coming with us, Anzu. …"Are you okay with me accompanying you?"?

Fuhaha, of course we are! Idols, heroes, and producers all need to take breaks sometimes.

I'd like it if you could just relax for today. You may have an especially important job, but even you have the right to take a break once in a while…♪︎

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(Climax of the Hero Show)

Hiiro: —Ah! Chiaki-senpai, the hero's transformation is being undone!

The villain is getting even stronger… At this rate, the hero is going to end up losing!

Chiaki: Don't look so panicked. What's important is that your heart stays strong and doesn't stop believing.

Heroes grow stronger when there are people believing in them! Hang in there! You can't lose yet, hero!

You guys join in too! Let's cheer with the children!

Hiiro: Alright. Hang in there, hero! Get back up!

Chiaki: Fuhahaha☆ That's the spirit! Losing doesn't suit a hero!

(Ooh, his hero suit's become more extravagant than before! I'm surprised it evolved again.)