Hatsumi
A dinner invitation from Iruru, I'm honored.

Iruru
Once in a while. Let's call it a celebration for finishing the new script.

Hatsumi
Hmm...if such appreciation awaits me, I'll finish any number of scripts.

Iruru
It'd be troublesome if you overdo it though, you know? Eden depends on you.

Hatsumi
Heh heh, that's true. But I'm that happy about your appreciation.

Iruru
Well then, let's toast first.

Hatsumi
Yes. To celebrate the completion of our Eden's new stage script-

Iruru and Hatsumi
Cheers.

Hatsumi
As expected, a meal after finishing work is good. I can enjoy this time without reservation.

Hatsumi
Moreover, if Iruru shares the meal with me, it's exceptional.

Iruru
Well, celebrating the script completion isn't the only purpose.

Hatsumi
Oh...heh heh, we talked like this before. So there was an ulterior motive this time too. If I'm going to be caught by Iruru's honey trap again, I don't mind.

Iruru
Well then, I'll ask straight out. ...Horoscope Season, are you planning to ignore it as is?

Hatsumi
As I told everyone the other day. Eden has no intention of compromising with authority...are you dissatisfied?

Iruru
I have no objection, but...I'm concerned about Shigure.

Hatsumi
Shigure...

Hatsumi
(It's true, lately she seems to lack spirit...there might be some circumstances I don't know about, but...)

Hatsumi
But whatever Shigure thinks, I won't change my policy based on personal circumstances. You understand that, right?

Iruru
...Haah. I thought so. Hatsumi, you're really stubborn.

Hatsumi
Heh, it helps that Iruru is a good understanding person.

Iruru
But then, could you at least show us a new path?

Hatsumi
A new path?

Iruru
Yes. It doesn't have to be Dai Star selection. If possible, I want a new path that everyone can accept and move forward with.

Hatsumi
...

Iruru
Of course, we'll follow Hatsumi now and from now on, and we won't deny your judgment.

Iruru
But if we can eliminate even a little of Eden members' worries and anxieties, I want that...for Eden's future too.

Hatsumi
That's true...indeed, I agree that just blindly continuing performances won't change the situation.

Hatsumi
Plus, my feelings for Shigure are the same. ...I'll think of something.

Iruru
Thank you, Hatsumi.

Iruru
(I made the suggestion, but...now it depends on whether such a convenient path can be found, and Hatsumi's will...)

Hibari
...I see. Still no response from Eden whatsoever.

Hibari
It's unfortunate, but if a troupe lets slip a chance it was given, that's as far as it goes.

Hibari
I'll continue preparing for observation, but depending on Eden's response...yes. Excuse me then.

Hibari
(Renjakuno Hatsumi, who didn't follow Gingaza's methods and seized control of the troupe after transferring by expelling opponents...)

Hibari
(Eden, where she as director holds all authority, is indeed not straightforward.)

Hibari
(Yorozu Iruru, who handles any role as a supporting player and makes the comrades standing at the centre of the stage shine.)

Hibari
(Karasumori Daikoku and Fudeshima Shigure, who showed splendid acting in 'The Demon's Friend' performance and continue to show steady leaps.)

Hibari
(And Toneri Nikako, who while immature as an actor, shows wonderful qualities.)

Hibari
I don't want to let such brilliance be buried, but...

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Pub: 23 Apr 2026 20:58 UTC

Edit: 25 Apr 2026 20:55 UTC

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