Seems like our anniversary live partner has been decided.
Touma must’ve not heard about it yet.
Hokuto, Shouta, what are you both all smiley for?
We’re just talking about how we’re doing this year’s anniversary live with W.
With W… you mean with Yusuke-san and Kyosuke-san!
We know you admire Yusuke-san and Kyosuke-san, so standing on the same stage would be a chance to bring you closer together.
I see! I’ve always been a fan of theirs ever since they were soccer players. Being given this chance to perform together… it’s making me pretty emotional…
But since we’re on the same stage, my admiration and our rivalry can coexist!
A combination with W will be sure to stand out from the rest.
Woah, we’re paired up with Jupiter! I’m really looking forward to having such a huge live with Touma and them!
Me too! ...but I’m feeling a little nervous. Jupiter always seems so busy. I’m sure they have other jobs too… I don’t think we’ll be able to have that much practice time together.
Plus, all the live’s participating groups have to sing a new song, but I doubt we’ll be able to practice it with everyone. We’ll have to focus on each lesson more than usual.
I see. A lot of practice time huh… ...Ah! Actually, I think I have a great idea then! ♪
How does asking the President about renting a training camp for practice sound? I mean, we’ve done it before with Michio sensei and them, right?
Ohh… Like that time we used it for the detergent campaign . I’m sure there should be enough space to practice, plus we’ll only be there for a little while to practice the song.
I don’t see an issue with it. We should hurry and talk to Coach to see if we can use the cabin.
Cool! Let’s have a contest to see who can tell Coach first!
Huh-- Hey, Yusuke?! “A contest”… Geez, he can be such a child. But I still refuse to lose! Yusuke, wait up!
Speaking of, where’s the President? We wanted to ask if it’s OK to use the cabin. If there’s certain conditions we have to meet to use it… Huh? What is that?
Are those the President’s conditions?! What do we have to do?
The President said “Perfect the best performance with overflowing passion”...
Haha, that’s what it is! As expected from him!
That being said, we’ll give it our all for this collaboration! ♪
You got that right!. We’ll tell Touma and them about the camp later!
Coach, thank you for discussing it with us! We’ll give a performance that will surprise you, so please look forward to it! ♪
Tomorrow’s when the training camp for the live starts! I bought a bunch of snacks too so I’m all set! I can’t wait for tomorrow! ♪
Yusuke, you’re being too festive. You know we aren't going there to play around, right?
Haha, I know that. We promised to give the best performance with overflowing passion so we’re not just gonna perfect it, we’re gonna make it the best live ever. It’s an anniversary live after all!
This is one of the few times we can all practice together. We have to make the most of it. That being said, we should go straight to bed once we get home. Don’t stay up late, okay?
Alright, let’s begin our lesson without delay. Jupiter, we look forward to working with you.
Of course. Same to you as well, Yusuke-kun, Kyosuke-kun.
Touma, don’t hurt yourself by getting too excited to work with your beloved W, okay~?
Got it. I slept for 8 hours yesterday, so I’m prepared to nail these exercises! Even though we work at the same place, being on stage together will be our chance to get closer. This special stage gives us more of a reason to get our spirits pumped up!
Right on, I’m ready to do this! Kyosuke, let’s do our best!
Of course. We’re keeping our W side and adopting Jupiter’s strong points. I think a greedy performance like that would be nice.
Great idea! I hope we’re able to encourage each other here at the training camp!
Sports festival… Oh, was it that one time you had to go against other productions with the Kogadou? Good times. Watching that relay race got me so fired up! But you guys fought during that time?
Yusuke doesn’t have to worry about using his leg past his limits now. But back then, I thought that if he pushed himself, his injuries might return after all that time
Oh… yeah. I couldn’t keep calm then. We both couldn’t. I... I wanted to prove that I was fine, and I was determined to prove it even if it meant pushing Kyosuke away…We didn’t talk or interact with each other at all then.
Yeah… but we both realized that we have to be there for each other no matter what. That’s what happened at the sports festival.
I see… and it resulted in you winning the championship trophy. That trophy must hold strong memories for you.
The Aoi brothers…. You guys really opened up to us. Still, it’s no match to our bond as Jupiter!
That’s true. We’ve been through a lot too.
After all is said and done, and even though the production changes, we’ve made it here today. The short time we’ve had together has passed by so fast, yet it feels like we’ve known each other for so long.
That makes sense. Time really does pass you by. That being said, our break is done! We should get back to training soon.
Right! All of us need to team up to perfect the best performance ever!
I know a great method to strengthen our teamwork. You guys want to help make curry tonight?
You don’t think we’d ruin your cooking? Well, I guess I shouldn’t worry about it!
Everyone’s gonna cook, huh? It’s like we’re really camping! C’mon, let’s help out!
Alright, the next interview’s for a magazine photoshoot. Guess we gotta prep for it...
It might be faster to take a train to the location…. Shouta, what’s wrong?
Ughhh!! The photoshoot for the TV performance, now an interview?! This schedule is too tight! Ever since the training camp ended, there’s been no room to breathe.
It’s all to prepare for the anniversary live, so unfortunately it’s out of our hands.
Plus our schedule got adjusted for the training camp. I know it’s been a pain in the neck since we came back, but let’s get our head in the game, okay?
Urgg… Well, all the interviews are important to promoting the anniversary live. I won’t show everyone how tired I am, so I’ll do my best.
That’s the spirit. Although it’s trouble, it’s for the sake of giving the best stage. There’s a lot to handle, but let’s be courteous through each one.
Just when I thought we could come back to the office, it’s already night time.
Ugh, no more… At least Touma got some onigiri from the convenience store.
Geez you guys.. We have a meeting for tomorrow’s interview, so we can eat dinner afterwards.
...fufu. All this busy work reminds me of when we used to work at 961 Production.
Ah… Now that you mention it, it does. But unlike back then, we have Producer-san now.
You’re right. That’s why we’re able to go straight towards our goals. We’ll make our way to being top idols fair and square… By using our own strength.
...we really went through a lot to get here, huh?.
We have. Getting here wasn’t all fun and games either.
It felt really frustrating whenever something didn’t work out.
But.. It’s because the three of us were together that we were able to get through those hard times.
Hey… I’m sure we’ve talked about this before. Back when we were first introduced to each other as members of Jupiter... “How the hell am I in a unit with these guys?!” was what I honestly thought.
Shouta’s always so cocky, talking with that big mouth of his. Hokuto’s hokuto. I thought he was just some playboy at first.
But still, the three of us could get through any crisis together...that’s when I understood that you both had more inside you.
“These guys got my back,” is what I began to think. That’s why when you stuck with me after I quit 961 Production, I was really happy.
It’s really embarrassing for me to say this again, but I mean it. Thank you for staying with me.
....
W-What the hell you two. Quit the silence and say something!
Pft… hehe… Ahahaha!
Wha...?! I-I’m serious..! What are you laughing about?!
B-because, haha, to think it took you this long…!
E-exactly… We’re not making fun of you, Touma. Right?
I mean it, Touma, you’re so interesting that I can’t take my eyes off you. We’ll always be by your side ♪
Once you put your head to something, you always go through with it. Besides, best friends have each other’s backs, so we’ll always be together.
Hey. Remember what you said at the training camp? You said, “W is no match compared to Jupiter’s bond!”. I honestly feel the same. Don’t you, Hokuto?
(Hokuto nods)
....
Woah, are you ok? Are you crying?
...Haha, you dummy. There’s no way I’d cry. After all, the three of us are Jupiter. I can’t think of it being any other way.
...The show’s almost here. We know what to do. Let’s give our best performance and bring our fans smiles, ‘kay? This anniversary is gonna be a great one! If it’s us, it’s an easy victory!
Today’s the big day. Let’s give it our all today and get everyone pumped up!
Agreed! We’ll show them the results of our boot camp! ...Huh, what’s up Yusuke?
Hmmm… I’m a bit antsy. I can feel myself getting nervous.
It’s normal to feel that way, especially with such an important live on a big stage.
Don’t sweat it, you’ll be fine! We trained together at boot camp for this! Besides, you did amazing at the last rally!
...haha, you’re right. This ones for all our friends and fans. I’ll treat it like an away game, not a home. I’ll do it all with a smile! It’s a… easy victory*! Right? ♪
* He said Touma's catchphrase
Hehe, now you’re talking Yusuke-san! Let’s get dressed into our gear!
Hehe. Your encouragement made us so happy, we decided to come back out again!
Fufu. Angel chans and angel kuns, we’re here to answer your call.
That’s right! Our last song will be… what do you think? Tell us your answer, everyone! I see I see… huh? “Touma-kun’s… rakushou ondo”?! Wow, that’s correct!
(Audience claps)
That’s not it! No one said that… Don’t listen to him, everyone!
Haha! I want to hear Touma sing that too, but that’s for later!
Hehe. That means he’ll be performing in the dressing room!
I'll record it all for you, Angel-chans. ☆
I’m not doing that!! ...Oops, we got a little sidetracked. We’re ending with this song! Everyone, let’s all sing together! Here we go!
There you are Producer. We’ve been waiting for you. ...I wanted to say thank you. Jupiter is still here today because of you.
That’s right. We owe it to you for letting us perform on this big stage! Thank you for always being there for us!
Don’t overwork yourself either. We’re always gonna be here to support you.
Same thing Touma-kun said. W couldn’t be here without you, Coach. I want to keep having fun with Kyosuke and everyone everyday. I’ve never been happier.
Yusuke, me, and you are in this together from here on out! Take good care of us, Coach! ♪
Now that we’ve said our thanks, we should be heading to the closing party.
Of course. All the other idols met up already, right? We don’t want to keep everyone waiting. Let’s go, Producer!