That Wish, I'll Grant It For You!
Discovered Feelings Toward the Role
Iroha
(I was able to borrow the book for 'The Wizard of Oz' too...... Now I can deepen my knowledge of the role even more!)
Tsubomi
That good posture and silver hair from behind...... The one there is our Denki actor, Senju.
Iroha
Uwah!? Tsubomi-san!? ......Are you on your way home now?
Tsubomi
Yes, I am. Isn't that the case for you too, Senju?
Iroha
Yes! If you'd like, would you walk partway home together with me?
Tsubomi
Of course I don't mind. Let us go together.
Tsubomi
I've been curious since earlier, but...... Is that the original book of 'The Wizard of Oz' you're holding?
Iroha
That's right! I thought I'd read through the original at home too!
Tsubomi
As always, Senju, you're so studious. Not satisfied with just the script, you're trying to make even the original work your own.
Iroha
No, I'm not really......!
Iroha
Besides, Tsubomi-san, you've been rehearsing until late lately too, working hard on developing your character!
Iroha
Mito-chan, Kamira-chan, and Towa-chan too...... Everyone's facing their roles and putting in so much effort.
Iroha
I can't just do nothing!
Tsubomi
I see...... However, I know about your efforts on a daily basis, Senju. So there's no need to be modest.
Tsubomi
You should be more proud of yourself for being able to continuously polish yourself. I think your studiousness is wonderful, Senju.
Iroha
Wow...... Thank you so much!
Iroha
Being praised like that...... makes me kind of embarrassed.
Tsubomi
Hehe, that's also very like you, Senju.
Iroha
(Tsubomi-san...... she said she knows I'm making efforts every day...... That means she's been watching over me all this time)
Iroha
(In that case...... does Tsubomi-san notice......? That I, toward Mito-chan......――)
Iroha
U-um, Tsubomi-san!
Tsubomi
? What is it, raising your voice so suddenly.
Iroha
Um...... Tsubomi-san, when the casting for this 'Wizard of Oz' was decided, what did you think?
Tsubomi
Hmm...... You mean, how did I feel when I found out I'd be playing the Tin Woodman.
Iroha
Yes......! Since it was an audition format that Denki hadn't done before...... I got a bit curious.
Tsubomi
Let's see...... The role of the Tin Woodman seems to have something in common with the roles I've played up until now.
Tsubomi
So I feel very motivated. It will likely be a culmination of everything Nekoashi Tsubomi has done so far.
Iroha
I see...... If Tsubomi-san is that fired up about it, I'm sure you'll absolutely give a wonderful performance!
Iroha
I'm already really looking forward to seeing Tsubomi-san's Tin Woodman!
Tsubomi
Hehe, with such high expectations, I can't fail to meet them. I vow to perform with all my might so as not to betray Senju's feelings!
Iroha
Yes!!
Tsubomi
So then, how about you, Senju?
Iroha
Huh?
Tsubomi
I'm asking how you felt when the role of the Wizard of Oz was decided. I answered, so you can tell me too.
Iroha
I...... Of course, it's a major role, so I feel really motivated! Ehehe......
Iroha
So I'm thinking I have to work hard so that I can become Denki's Wizard of Oz and guide Mito-chan and everyone!
Iroha
(If I'm being honest, I still wanted to play the lead role of Dorothy, but...... I can't say that now......)
Tsubomi
......I see. Certainly, Senju, you've helped us all many times before. If it's you, Senju, who can reach out to everyone, the role of the Wizard of Oz is perfect.
Tsubomi
You'll surely be able to show wonderful acting on stage.
Iroha
A role that's perfect for me...... you say.
Tsubomi
But don't overdo it. Even with effort, do it in moderation.
Tsubomi
Oh, from here I take a different path. I'll see you again in our space. ......Well then.
Iroha
Ah, yes......! See you tomorrow......!
Iroha
(The role of the Wizard of Oz is perfect for me...... That's how everyone around me sees it......)
Iroha
I have to work hard so I can guide everyone...... guide Mito-chan......