Event Story – HAPPY NEW YEAR SHOW! ch.6

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Akira: Have you ever watched a show called "New Year Heroes"? It's a program that airs every year at the beginning of the year.

Gast: ... What's that?

Fellow A: I know that! It's the thing where heroes introduce their New Year, right? I was wondering if Gast-san would appear on it this year.

Akira: Maaan, what a shame. The truth is... it's been decided that I'll be on it this year.

Gast: Heh, that so! Ain't that amazing, Akira!

Akira: Hehe. It's no wonder considering how great I'm doing?
I came looking for ideas to Little Tokyo today to come up with an interesting plan.

Will: Akira. Who the performer is is supposed to be a surprise, so don't tell others…

Akira: Geh, that's how it works? Keep this a secret, guys!!

Fellow B: S- Sure... but you only have a week before the broadcast, right?

Gast: Eh-, will you make it if you start thinking about a plan now?

Akira: It'll work out! Coming here today inspired me a bunch!
But it's true that I'm still thinking about it. So while we're at it, lemme know if you have any ideas!

Will: Wai- Akira...

Akira: These guys alreayd found out I'm on the program, so it's fine, right?

Fellow B: Yeah, I'll throw in as many ideas as you need!

Will: That's not it…

Fellow B: I saw this long time ago, but during celebration time in Japan they also hold parades: they transport these huuge vehicles and move around the city. That sure stands out~!

Fellow A: Ahー, I think it's called Mikoshi? These superjocks carry it on their backs. That would really stand out! Ah, I think I can find it if I look up some videos.
Look, found it. This one here.

Akira: Oooh~~~~~~! What's this, it's amazing!
Ooh! There are also clashes between Mikoshi!? That's Voltage Max!

Will: Such a dangerous thing...

Akira: Ah, I know! Wouldn't it be exciting if I transported a Mikoshi wearing a kimono and chased someone else with a Mikoshi throughout South district!?

Will: ...!



(...... Why on earth did he come up with such an absurd idea. Did Akira forget he almost died when he was hanging out with the delinquents? 
Even now, memories of it come back to me sometimes... like it's happening right now and yet...) 

Gast: You need people to carry the Mikoshi, no? It seems you need a large number of people, what are you gonna do?

Akira: Hmm. Well, I could ask Oscar, and... yeah, you guys should come carry it, too.

Fellow B: Ooh, nice! Everyone is gonna be surprised to learn we helped a hero.

Fellow A: I wanted Gast-san to appear on the show, but guess this time Akira will make do.

Akira: Oi oi, what's that supposed to mean!

Will: (… Why is Adler not stopping them? They're your "brothers", aren't they? You should know how easily Akira gets carried away and yet...
... No, this isn't it. At this rate he might end up saying unnecessary things to Akira again.)

......

Gast: Right, right, shall we go do Hatsumode? The others might have already gotten to the meeting place.
See ya, Akira. And, Will. I'm rooting for you to make a great show.

Akira: Yeah! Thanks, Gast.

Will: ......

Gast: ......



Will: ......

Akira: Oi, Will. What's gotten into you? You in a bad mood or something?

Will: ...... I have nothing, really.

Akira: ......
Ah! Hey, look over there. They're selling dango bu that favorite company of yours, Akabeko. You liked those glazed in honey, right?
I'll treat you as a thanks for inviting me today. Come on, let's go buy some.

Will: ...... Thanks.

Akira: I should be the one thanking you. I came up with a good idea because you invited me!

Will: … You mean the Mikoshi chase?

Akira: Nh? Nah, I thought it'd be fun earlier, but I can't really make preparations for that right now, so I gave up.

Will: I see...

Akira: But I settled on the "Japanese New Year" for the theme. If I ask my old man he can get me a kimono. Just wearing one will make me look flashy.
If it's okay with you, I'd like you to help me a bit more, Will...

Will: ...?

Akira: C'mon, you taught me a lot of things on New Year's decorations, right? If we decorate the studio with that kind of things maybe it'll create the Japanese New Year's atmosphere.
But I don't think I can make them... that's why I want your help, Will. You're the only one I can count on for that, anyway!

Will: New Year's decorations, you say? I think I can help, if I go to my parent's house, they should have some materials left if I'm not mistaken.
Okay, I'll help you.

Akira: Thank you, Will! Okaaay, let's make this amazin' plan that will outdo Brad's a succes! Let the preparations begin!

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