Funeral Lilies Conjured With a Sleight of Hand - Track 2

It’s almost time for practice, isn’t it? What’s keeping Chihiro?

There are three minutes and fifteen seconds remaining until today’s practice begins.

This is unusual. Chihiro is usually the first one here.

(Speaking of unusual things, Kuguri-san’s here on time.)

What is it, maci? You look like you’re suspecting me of something. Don’t tell me you think I’ve hidden nyuszi somewhere.

Why on earth would I think that…

BREAKING NEWS~! Listen up! You guys definitely need to hear this crazy broadcast!

H-Hey. What’s up?

Ahem! Now for the details. Take it away, Nayuuki!

That is a rather sudden pass, but alright.

…Well, we were in a remote meeting just now, and–

Actually, Natsuyaki-kun has received a project invitation from “Wanderlust Wonders”.

They want him to be the brand ambassador for their new cosmetics line.

Oh. Is that that new line…

Yup! The Monochrome Collection!

Oh, that one. I used the foundation from that line during the photoshoot the other day.

That’s great, Chihiro! Getting to collaborate with your favorite brand following your work with the bridal company is an incredible feat.

Ah ah ah, Raitiiiin. That’s not all~

This job wasn’t assigned to just Chii, but it’s for all of Ev3ns! We’ll all be in it together!

Uh, does that mean I’ll have to wear makeup too…?

Mhm! You know how we took a bunch of pics for that fanclub’s newsletter the other day?

After the shoot, Emanon ended up glazing the WanWon Rep on the new line! That’s when she found out that the Rep really loved Ev3ns!

The Rep wanted all of us to be the Monochrome Collection’s ambassadors and really pushed for the job!

Collaborating with such a well-known brand is exactly the breakthrough we need.

I would say we have to accept this offer, so that we can continue improving Ev3ns’s image.

We’ve done everything from touring the Hells in Beppu to visiting sand dunes and pandas… but lately, our jobs are actually starting to feel like real idol work.

Command processed. However, what exactly will our job as makeup ambassadors entail?

This time, our work is gonna be a photoshoot and a promo vid!

The Rep said that they’d like it if Ev3ns pitched an idea so that we could ride the hype, so…

Will you be coming up with it then, Chihiro?

Hehehe… I’ll do you one better. The person that’s gonna do it issss…

Kugurin!

Oh. I have a feeling this is going to be annoying…

The Monochrome Collection is matte and dark. Wanna know who else is dark? Kugurin~!

Obviously I’m super thrilled about becoming dark Chii… but don’t you guys think Kugurin fits the part more?

Soooo, the star of the show has to be Kugurin for sure!

Judging by the look in your eyes,it seems like you dont plan on letting me out of this one, do you, nyuszi? I might burn up under your gaze.

I absolutely, positively, definitely need you to be the center of this, Kugurin! Pretty please!

What to do… This is honestly such a hassle…

I don’t know much about make-up, but I think it would be a good idea to focus on Kuguri if we’re aiming for a dark charm. I agree with Chihiro on this.

……

(Ah, Kuguri-san’s smile got a little scary as soon as Raito-san opened his mouth to speak… Man, they’re always clashing.)

Umm, the make-up Kuguri-san wore the other day was really good… I’d also like to see that again, I think.

Taotao! I’m right, aren’t I~?!

I also agree. By combining the current data of Monochrome Collection with Kuguri’s visual appeal, it is estimated that audience infatuation will increase 6.2 times over.

I get it.

Fine. That foundation I used wasn’t too bad, so I’ll do it.

FR?! Let’s gooo! Kugurin, I wuv youuuu!

Besides… I’ve been needing a break for a while.

……?

Oh, and by the way. I’m going to decide on the main visuals for this. If we don’t direct it the way I want, then I won’t do it at all.

For sure! Aye-aye! I can’t wait to see your take on this, Kugurin~!

Please do take note that the Monochrome Collection does have a brand concept, and make sure your theme for the shoot matches it.

And please refrain from needlessly exposing yourselves.

Strange, I’m not so sure I know what you’re talking about.

You all have criminal records. I’m certain you have not forgotten that.

The Monochrome Collection, was it? What exactly is its theme?

The theme isssss… “Monochrome Memories”~! Sounds super deep, doesn’t it?

I-I don’t really get it…

Monochrome Memories, huh…

Our next meeting with WanWon will be with their marketing manager. So, Domeki-san, please make sure you have a solid idea for the concept by then.

……

(He’s walking the other way. Is he even listening…?)

Kuguri-san, it sounds like you’re going to have to come up with our concept by the next meeting.

Hm? Oh…

Don’t worry. I’ll dress you up all nice, maci.

I-I’m not exactly made of steel, so please go easy on me…