Event Story – Fairies Dancing Between The Acts, ch.7

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Robin: So, did you notice anything unusual? If not, we’ll wrap up the patrol here.

Sage: Everything was fine.

Nico: All clear here.

Jude: ......

Robin: Did something happen, Jude?

Jude: Bianchi didn't show up. I can't think of anything more unusual than that.

Robin: I told them that it's all right to patrol only when they have time on their hands. For now, we’ll be making the rounds ourselves.

Jude: Bianchi...

Robin: How about we call it a day on the patrol?

Sage: Great job, everyone!

Nico: Good work.

Robin: I'm going to head back to the tower first, but you all are still planning to go to the theater, right?

Sage: Yes, we're meeting with the director today.

Robin: Make sure to pass along my regards to the manager, then.

Nico: Robin's busy too, huh?

Sage: He is. It seems like he’s juggling a lot of meetings and staying up late to deal with paperwork. 

Nico: I’ll be in charge of dinner tonight, then.

Sage: Really!? Now I’m excited to see what you'll make! ♪

Nico: I’ll grab some groceries and then head home. You can attend the meeting without me.  

Sage: Huh? You're not coming?

Nico: You don't need me there.

Sage: Of course we do. I at least believe it’s worth your time.

Jude: No, he's not needed.

Sage: Huh...?

Jude: Not just Nico. You and I, Sage, are both unnecessary.
It's all about Bianchi. If Bianchi isn't there, you might as well stay in.  

Sage: It's true... that we can't have a proper discussion about the costumes without Bianchi-san...

Jude: It's not just about the costumes. This whole musical is meant for Bianchi. If Bianchi can't be part of it, then it's pointless.

Sage: Jude-kun.....

Jude: That being said, I'm going to pass on the meeting. I'm off to see Bianchi.

Sage: Ah, Jude-kun, wait!

Nico: ... Bianchi said they're counting on you.

Jude: ...? What are you talking about, Nico?

Nico: I mentioned to Bianchi how committed you are to practice last night, and they said they have high expectations of you.

Jude: Bianchi was at the tower?

Nico: You didn't see them?

Jude: No, I was in the training room until late.

Nico: Bianchi left right away, so you must have missed them.
They said they’d give their all for the costumes. That’s why they’re trusting you with the ensemble.

Jude: Ah, I see that’s what we're getting at.
Alright then, let's go, Sage.

Sage: Go where...?

Jude: Of course, we’re headed to the meeting!

Sage: Hehe, got it. Let's go!
Thank you for making sure he stayed, Nico. 

Nico: Yep, I’m starting to get the hang of how to deal with him.

Sage: Alright, we're going then. I'm looking forward to what's for dinner, Nico ♪

Nico: Yeah.



Nico: (... We're having omelets for dinner—what else?
Minestrone? Tom yum kung?
I want to make an apple pie, but it won't be anywhere near as good as Robin's.)

Hm?

Bianchi: Let's see, frozen meatballs, burger patties...

Nico: That stuff's not that good.

Bianchi: Kyah!? Nico, sweetie...

Nico: That's for yesterday.

Bianchi: Haah... I was really caught off guard...

Nico: Stocking up on frozen foods?

Bianchi: You know how easy frozen meals are to prepare? Just one button and even kids can handle it. I stash a couple away for my siblings for those "you never know" times.

Nico: I used to eat a ton of that stuff, but nothing compares to Robin's cooking.

Bianchi: Compared to Robin, I guess.
Honestly, I’d love to make something for them, but... when I’m helping them study or just playing, I kind of forget about making food.

Nico: Hmm.

Bianchi: Anyway, I'm sorry I wasn't there during patrol today.

Nico: It's all good. Nothing really happened.  

Bianchi: I'm glad to hear that. 

Nico: Also, yeah, Jude was kind of losing it. As soon as I mentioned that you had high hopes for him, he got really fired up.

Bianchi: I really appreciate that. Looks like you're also starting to understand how to handle Jude now.

Nico: In a way.

Bianchi: Oh, I should probably head home soon...

Nico: Got something to do?

Bianchi: There's something I need to discuss with the nanny before they head home.
I’d like to go home soon, but I still have some shopping to do.

Nico: How about I do it?

Bianchi: You?

Nico: I'm out shopping, so I might as well take care of this too.

Bianchi: ......

Nico: No need to hold back. I can get it done in no time with my ability.

Bianchi: ... I'll take you up on that, then. I’ll send you the address later.

Nico: Got it.

Bianchi: I’ll take you out for some really spicy dandan noodles next time.

Nico: Normal dandan noodles with extra toppings works better.

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