Poppin’ Off w/ These Memorable Pics

Track 2

HAMA House — Dining Room

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Kaede

You want to take puri-sticker photos with me…? Just us?!

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Kinari

Yes, that is right. I thought it would be fun for you to relive the memories you had described as nostalgic.

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Kaede

Um, I’m happy you’re this considerate of my feelings, but I…

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Kinari

When we were discussing puri-stickers earlier today, I sensed that your heart rate was about 7BPM higher than average.

I can only conclude that it was as though you were interested in the topic. Do you not harbor curiosity, even now, Master?

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Kaede

Uuu… That’s… That’s not exactly the case but…

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Kinari

Then, let us make arrangements. I will escort you to the arcade where Chihiro and I took our shots.

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Kaede

…Got it. If you’re insisting, Kinari-kun, then——

——The following day…

Arcade

——The arcade is buzzing with excitement

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Kaede

Wow, it’s pretty crowded here. Plus…

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Kaede

Yeah, school uniforms really do suit you, Kinari-kun!

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Kinari

It is my honor to hear that from you, Master.

Now then, Master, shall we choose what uniform for you to wear? You may complete the procedures for rental located at the counter.

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Kaede

R-Right…!

(I’m still feeling hesitant over all this, but since Kinari-kun went out of his way to invite me… I should at least enjoy the moment!)

——Clothes rustling

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Kaede

(It’s been such a long time since I’ve worn a uniform, I’m a bit nervous…)

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Kinari

How is everything on your end, Master?

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Kaede

Ah, I’m almost done changing. Wait a little…!

——Curtains part as Kaede steps out of the changing room

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Kaede

H-How do I look?

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Kinari

It suits you very much. Ur like, totes serving monarch in that fit FRFR, Master.

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Kaede

Ahaha… Thank you.

(Even so, it’s still embarrassing to be in this outfit… I’ll have to make sure no one else sees.)

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Kinari

Now then, let us go and take photos, Master.

The model Chihiro recommended would be the one called “Rainbow Palette”. Would this selection suffice?

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Kaede

Sure, let’s go with that.

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Kinari

Understood. Let’s begin.

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Kaede

(I’ve been thinking about it since last night, but it’s pretty rare to see Kinari-kun so gung-ho about something.)

(Is he that interested in uniform purikura shots? Or is there another reason…?)

——The machine beeps

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Kinari

…Mode selection completed. Master, please prepare yourself. The machine will begin taking photos in ten seconds.

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Kaede

Eh, already?! What pose should we do?!

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Kinari

How about stretching our arms out like this in order to form the shape of a heart?

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Kaede

Nice! Let’s do that!

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Purikura Machine

“We’re taking the shots now~☆ 3… 2… 1——”

——Click! Snap!

——The photoshoot ends up going smoothly

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Kaede

*sighs* That was so nerve-wracking. But it was all fun! I’m impressed by how quickly you did different poses, one after another.

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Kinari

Chihiro has taught me over thirty, super cutieful and purikura-suitable poses. after all.

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Kaede

Ahaha, so that’s how it was. Thanks for taking the lead there.

Did you learn how to do these doodles from Chihiro-kun too?

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Kinari

Yes. I learned that writings like “BFFs4EVER” and “Our bond iz eternal n unbreakable!” are commonly used.

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Kaede

I see. It’s the same for us back in the day.

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Kaede

…Hey, Kinari-kun. Thanks for inviting me out today.

I was a bit embarrassed in the beginning, admittedly, but… Just as you said, it was fun reliving memories from my school days.

And as a bonus, I got to make new memories with you, too.

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Kinari

……

…Master, I deeply apologize, but there is something I need to disclose to you.

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Kaede

Huh?

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Kinari

The reason behind inviting you is… nothing more than a result of my own selfish whims. I simply wished to document memories of us two in some tangible form.

I’ve heard from Chihiro that taking puri-stickers deepens one’s bonds with others. It is a wonderful item that records the memories you made with the person next to you in the form of an ultra adorbs sticker.

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Kinari

Just watching you reminisce about the past through puri-stickers… I thought that by doing this, we’d make memories with colors that will never fade.

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Kaede

Oh, Kinari-kun… I completely understand now.

…Okay! Since we’re here, let’s go for another round on a different machine!

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Kinari

! Is that alright?

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Kaede

Why not? I said it before, right? I’m happy to make memories with you too, you know!

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Kinari

…Master.

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Kinari

…Understood. Now prioritizing conquering all of the purikura machines in this arcade.

HAMA House — 2nd Floor Open Area

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Kaede

My jacket’s… Ah, found it! I wonder how it got here…

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What a banger photo! And totes precious to boot!

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Kaede

?

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Kinari

I think I definitely slayed in these shots too.

Chihiro, have you decided which one you’re trading for?

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Chihiro

Hmmm~~~ Which would be purrfect~?

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Kaede

What are you two getting so excited over——

Wait, those—?! Those are the puri-stickers from the other day?!

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Chihiro

Yeppers! Chii’s doin’ a trade with Kinyari rn♪

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Kinari

Currently sharing happiness with these xtra bomb puri-sticker pics with Master.

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Kaede

K-Kinari-kun…!!!

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Kaede

You don’t have to share something like that with others!! It’s embarrassing, so please stop!!!

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