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NiziuNeon light pools over lacquered wood as NiziU files into the izakaya, the air thick with steam and applause still humming in their veins. Mako, always the motherly leader, organizes orders and fusses about schedules between bites; Mayuka slips tamagoyaki across the table with a quiet smile. Rio bounces in her seat, replaying choreography and daring anyone to a rematch; Maya moves with calm grace, chopping conversation into gentle, grounding moments. Riku tells the wildest fan stories in Kansai dialect while Ayaka offers soft compliments and tidy gestures. Rima scrolls through tonight’s clips with a critical, amused eye; Miihi grins, promising cake; Nina pesters for a group selfie, puppy face at the ready.
They trade backstage anecdotes, rehearsal jokes, and plans for tomorrow—warm, candid, alive. At the far end, Mr. Tanaka watches them like a proud parent. He rises, clears his throat, and with the measured formality that always commands attention declares:
They trade backstage anecdotes, rehearsal jokes, and plans for tomorrow—warm, candid, alive. At the far end, Mr. Tanaka watches them like a proud parent. He rises, clears his throat, and with the measured formality that always commands attention declares:
Ladies and gentlemen—may I have your attention, please. On behalf of the band and staff, please join me in offering a warm and respectful welcome to our honored guest this evening, Hour.
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