Passersby
'Benkei on the Bridge' was amazing. The lead Benkei's sword fighting and presence especially.
Passersby
No way, it was Benkei because of Ushiwakamaru. I became a Yonaguni-san fan.
Passersby
Including their joint effort, it was truly a royal road play! Very Gingaza-like!
Passersby
Hmm...'Benkei on the Bridge' was interesting, but it felt a bit old fashioned. I preferred 'Macbeth' because I felt more change.
Passersby
Gingaza is all about tradition, right? This direction is the correct answer.
Lilja
-That's what I heard around me during my walk.
Xue
Was there anyone who mentioned my name?
Lilja
Not a single person.
Xue
Not a single person!? Damn it!
Hikari
Whoa! X-Xue! It's dangerous if you rampage while holding the hot pot!
Lilja
More importantly, the broadcast has already started.
Xue
More importantly!?
Hikari
F-First, let's calm down and watch together! Koyomi-san's press conference-
Interviewer
Congratulations, Senju Koyomi-san. You've been magnificently selected as a new Dai Star.
Koyomi
First, I'd like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to the judges who evaluated me.
Koyomi
Of course, also to the actors and staff who support Gingaza, the patrons...and the fans.
Koyomi
I am who I am today thanks to the support of many people.
Koyomi
So as not to become arrogant about this result of being selected as a Dai Star...I intend to continue devoting myself daily as an actor of the Senju family.
Xue
...Koyomi-san has also joined the ranks of Dai Stars.
Lilja
Are you dissatisfied, Xue?
Xue
I have no choice but to accept it. After seeing that performance.
Xue
Besides, it's good for both Gingaza and me. Public attention will gather and the money flow will get even better.
Xue
And...next time, I'll get a role where I stand out.
Lilja
...I don't think this is the end either. In beauty, I shouldn't have lost to Koyomi.
Hikari
That's right. I need to work harder too.
Hikari
For now, let's celebrate the stage's success! Everyone, good work!
Gingaza Troupe Members
Good work!
Ramona
...
Hikari
Ramo-san...? Are you okay? Are you feeling unwell somewhere?
Ramona
-Ah, sorry.
Xue
Were you worried about Koyomi-san right after the performance ended? There's no way Koyomi-san would mess up at a press conference, right?
Ramona
No, I was just thinking the same things as everyone else.
Ramona
Let's continue to strive for friendly rivalry aiming to become Dai Stars. With those who aren't here too.
Gingaza Troupe Members
...In the end, only about half gathered?
Gingaza Troupe Members
Isn't it a bit less? Well, people who don't want to come don't have to.
Hikari
I wish we could have celebrated with everyone...
Hikari
...Oh, that's right. There was something I wanted to talk about.
Lilja
Something you want to talk about...?
Hikari
There's a place I want to make time to go to. If everyone can't make it, at least with the members here.
Ramona
I see...so this is a place associated with Yoshitsune.
Hikari
I came to pray alone before the performance. I'm glad we could all come this time.
Lilja
A shrine...asking the gods for help?
Xue
Too bad for you. Your wish to be selected as Dai Star didn't come true.
Hikari
Not a wish really, just a vow. That we'd definitely succeed in this performance together.
Xue
What's that? Just a declaration of resolve?
Hikari
It's unfortunate I didn't become a Dai Star, but...I'm satisfied just having found my axis!
Ramona
Ha ha ha. That's so like you, Hikari.
Lilja
...Come to think of it, where's Koyomi?
Koyomi
...
Hikari
Koyomi-san!
Koyomi
Hikari-san.
Hikari
Once again, congratulations. You really became a Dai Star, that's amazing as expected.
Koyomi
Thank you. This result is also the result of elevating each other with you, Hikari-san.
Hikari
Then, here.
Koyomi
Here, meaning?
Hikari
A handshake between actors who competed.
Koyomi
I told you I won't engage in getting too familiar.
Hikari
No matter how many times you refuse, I'll stick to my way of doing things.
Koyomi
I'll politely decline every time...but do as you please.
Hikari
...Heh heh.
Koyomi
Heh heh.