Character Story – Jay Kidman #2

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Jay: ♪~♪~♪ I'm a little hungry, let's take a break and eat some donuts.

(After I'm done eating, I should think what to reply to the matter I was asked to...)

... Mh?

Gray: Heh, a new product... I wonder who will it be?

Jay: Hey, Gray. What are you looking at?

Gray: Hee! Ja- Jay-san...!?

Jay: (It seems he rushed to hide something...?
Well, I guess you do have a thing or two you don't want other to see.)

Gray: ........

Jay: (Looks like he's a little nervous. It would be nice if he were more relaxed around me, though...
Got it, this one'll be on me.)

Gray, have you gotten used to the life here?

Gray: Eh, huh...... yes.

Jay: I see you're getting palsy-walsy with Billy. I'm glad you're coming out of your shell with your teammates.

Gray: ...... Yes.
.........

Jay: (Hmm, it's quite hard to keep on chatting.
I want to get along more with Gray, but is there anything we can talk about...?)

Mh? Gray, were you looking at figures earlier?

Gray: ... Uhm, why are you asking...?

Jay: No, I saw a box with a picture of your book... Come to think of it, you were looking at figures here before, too, right?
The living room here is everyone's space; I put an aquarium, Billy his hammock, so it's fine if you leave your figures here, you know?

Gray: ... B- But...

Jay: Well, I'm not forcing you to. It's just, I want to know more about the things you like. I'm curious abut what kind of figures you look at.



Gray: Uhm... Do you want to take a look?

Jay: You're fine with that? Thanks.
Ooh, it's the legendary hero "Waterman", huh? He retired when I was a rookie, how nostalgic.
Oh yes, now I remember. It was this suit. Heh, they took care of every detail.

Gray: Uhm... The manufacturer has a meticulous attention to detail and a high reproducibility.
Simply looking at well-finished figures is fun and I want to put them at hand.
That's why I can't help but want new products from that manufacturer...

Jay: Hm, is that the way things go...?

Gray: The joints are especially amazing... They are developing new, original high-tech materials​ in order to ensure smooth movements and a sense of stability​ at the same time to freely decide the poses.
But it's not just that, they are very particular about the material of the suit, too. Isn't the brilliance of this part exactly like that time hero suit?
As a fan, I'm happy that they pay attention to every detail.
It seems that they use a material similar to the one of a real hero suit, and the feel is remarkablly different compared to other manufacturers. See, this part! Please touch it!

Jay: O- Ohh...

Gray: Ah...! I'm sorry... I'm getting excited all by myself...

Jay: No, don't be. You sure know a lot, Gray.

Gray: I wouldn't say it's that good of a thing... I don't think you're interested, Jay-san, so I'm sorry you had to listen to a geek talking non-stop...

Jay: No, it was very interesting. You've been a great help.
Actually, my figure from this manufacturer is coming out soon.
I was asked to tell them how I wanted it and got some samples, but they all look the same to me so I'm wondering how to reply.
But thanks to your explanation, I understand a little about the things to check.

Gray: Waah! So the new preduct mentioned was Jay-san's figure...!
Your fans will look forward to your figure, Jay-san, and it's possible it'll be sold out within the day, especially if it's from this manufacturer...!

Jay: Haha, I'm glad to hear that.
Fortunately, there are many chances to have merchandising out, but I myself don't really know what the fans prefer.
But you understand what kind of things they like.
Hey, Gray, I'd like to ask you a little more about what to do with my figure, do you mind?

Gray: ... Eh, uhm, if you're okay with me...

Jay: It can't be anyone else.

Gray: Y- Yes...!
Uhm, speaking of your figure, Jay-san, what kind of proposal have you received from the manufacturer...?

Jay: Hmm... I received several proposals, like a laser beam coming out of my artificial arm.

Gray: I see... A laser beam is your distinctive trait, Jay-san, so you'll want to have a stable pose and the beam three-dimensional and flashy. And if possible, to make the attack components cute...

Jay: (He's having fun.)

Fufu, if you work hard as a hero, you'll probably get a figure, too, one day. It's a good plan to save your best ideas for that time.

Gray: Eeeh, with all due respect, my figure is..!
... But, if that were to happen... I'd be happy...

Jay: Yeah. Work hard as a hero to make that happen.
When you say it's because you're a geek you belittle yourself and it's not the case at all. I think it's important to understand how the fans think in order to flourish.
In fact, I think that's an asset that only you have. Be more confident.

Gray: Th- Thank you very much! I... will do my best...!

Jay: Yup, that was nice and loud.
Alright, let me hear more of your ideas while we eat donuts. This figure sounds promising!