The future is a blank canvas!
We can paint any dream we want on it!
Now for the fanfare where the dream finally begins!
Our youth is still going strong
Okay, we're all done!
Thank you very much!
Ugh, don't get so close.
You'll get me dirty.
You're the one who got close to me.
Talk about annoying.
What the hell was that?!
My hand slipped.
You jerk!
Okay, good shoot!
The showers are through that door and to your right.
You've got another appointment, so hurry!
Let's go!
Jeez...
Hiyoko, you really sound like a manager lately.
Really? I'm used to their fightin', at least.
I have to step away for a bit.
I'll leave them to you.
Yes, ma'am!
Damn it, this won't come out.
Hey, any shampoo in yours?
Here.
Hey, it's empty.
That'd be because I just used the last of it.
You jerk!
It's not my fault I had to use it all.
Hello!
Anyone out there?
Shampoo, please!
Okay!
Y-You... You shouldn't be in here!
But ya need shampoo.
Here.
These are the men's showers, you know!
You're the only ones here, so it's no problem.
I'll take your dirty uniforms with me.
She's not a real girl.
Does she even know the meaning of "tact"?
Right, then...
Our next appointment is...
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Nagisa! It's been forever!
I'm charmed by how you go all-out
I'm charmed by your supportive smile
"I must kiss you," says your Romeo
Glad that you exist and that he met you
I need more love, want to see you again soon
Lock eyes with you and tell you
My sincerest "Thank you for everything"
Will you love me—not as a fan, but for real?
"Pick me"
"No, pick me"
Choose which kiss you want
And let your Romeo bind you
I'm charmed by how you go all-out
I'm charmed watching you sing with me
I'm even charmed by your tears
I'm charmed by your supportive smile
Thank you for coming to meet me
Thank you for calling my name
"I must kiss you," says your Romeo
Glad that you exist and that he met you
These are Full Throttle4 concert tickets.
Ma'am?
Why give them to us?
You can learn something from watching artists of their caliber live.
They're known as true talent. Go catch their performance up close.
Sure, let's see if FT4 really has the goods.
I'll give their stage work a thorough evaluation.
There's a ticket for you, too, Hiyori-chan.
Thank you, ma'am, but I'm already goin' to that show.
How did you get tickets?
Are you in their fan club?
I'm not, but an old friend of mine is.
Old friend?
Yeah, me and Nagisa have been neighbors since we were little.
Nagisa's a huge FT4 fan, and comin' to Tokyo for that show!
Just for one show?
Yep.
I can believe it! They've got a lot of hardcore fans.
And Nagisa bought me a ticket, too!
Well, then, why don't you all go together?
Dress up in style and have a good time.
Dress up?
Do people need to dress up for live shows?
Well, you don't need to...
But I think most of the girls will.
Haven't you seen our live shows?
All the fans were dressed to impress.
It's their chance to meet the artists they like.
They wear date clothes.
Uh-huh...
What are you planning to wear, exactly?
Don't tell me you're planning to go in clothes like those.
Huh?
Um... these aren't okay?
It's scary that you think they are.
B-But I don't have much money this month.
And I'm busy...
You use excuses like "I don't have money" and "I'm busy"
to not care about your appearance.
You might as well not be a girl.
"In training" or not, I've always thought it was problematic
for our manager to have the style of a potato.
Especially if we're going to a show together.
You'll be unsophisticated forever if we let you.
Huh?
You're coming with us.
We'll fix you.
No, thank you!
Hey, stop!
Why are you running away?!
You're stylish, huh, Juri-chan?
Hmm?
Yeah, I love fashion.
The teachers gave you a talking-to
about your skirt length.
Come on, a miniskirt goes best with my hairstyle.
Wow, you put a lot of thought into it.
I just dress the way I like, that's all.
Well, no, there's more to it now.
My boyfriend told me I look cute this way.
And mad teachers or not,
who doesn't want their boyfriend to think they're cute?
Juri-chan is cute.
Is it 'cause she's in love?
Do you want to get stylish, Hiyori?
Find someone you like?
Who?
N-No, there's no one! Track is my only love!
So there's no need to look cute!
But...
Setoguchi-senpai, you're really cute.
Huh? Where did that come from?
Is there someone you like?
What?
There... kind of is?
Or was?
Is it that soccer player?
You mean Kotaro?
No! We just live next door to each other!
She's so cute!
Dressin' up, eh?
Oh, hello, Aizo-kun and Yujiro-kun!
It's the actress from the "Romeo" video!
What was her name...
Oh, yeah! Narumi Sena!
Narumi-san!
We haven't seen you in a while.
Not since "Romeo."
You two are so popular now.
So are you. I heard you're going to be in a TV drama.
Everyone's talking about it!
I'm so nervous.
But I look forward to it!
What is with that overwhelming cuteness?!
There are a lot of cute girls in this world, huh?
Hey, you're super cute!
Aw, baby, where're you going?
Please stop!
Let's go have some fun.
I don't want to. Please let me by.
Come on, just for a little while.
Gotcha!
Hey!
Come on, what's the problem?
Ow.
What was that for, you bitch?
She told you no.
Mind your own business!
Nobodies like you shouldn't try to steal the scene.
Mr. Policeman, over here!
Let's go.
Hey! Get back here!
Hold it, you!
Okay, we got away.
Sorry to take off running so suddenly.
Don't be sorry. Thank you!
This girl is super cute!
Ooh, crêpes!
Which would you like? It's my treat, as a thank you.
Really?!
N-No, wait, I can't have someone I just met treatin' me.
Every time I pass by here, I want to get a crêpe,
but it feels weird to eat one alone.
You'd be doing me a favor.
In that case, I happily accept!
It's delicious! This Kumamaru Special is the best!
I'm so glad you're enjoying it.
How's the Panmy crêpe?
Want a taste?
Yeah! Thank you!
It's delicious!
Have a bite of mine!
Okay.
Well?
It's delicious!
What?
Sorry, I was just thinkin' you really are cute.
No wonder people hit on ya.
Meanwhile, I'm just an extra.
An extra?
Yeah. A bit part with no name and no lines. Just one of many.
Only cute girls can be heroines.
Even if I dressed up, I wouldn't look right.
I understand how you feel.
I was insecure for a long time, too.
Even though you're so cute?
There's this really cute girl I know.
I was jealous. I envied her.
I depressed myself by thinking, "Meanwhile, I'm just..."
But what I figured out recently is, I am who I am.
I decided that there's no point in comparing myself to others...
That whether we're bit parts or heroines is up to us.
I think you can be a heroine.
Huh?
I'm not sure...
Well, heroines are loved by others, right?
And I'm having fun with you.
I really like you.
I like you, too! Um...
Mona. Narumi Mona.
I'm Suzumi Hiyori! I like you, too, Mona-chan!
Then we can become heroines, huh?
Yep!
See you, Mona-chan!
See you!
Wait, your phone number!
Well, I feel like I'll see her again.
Maybe I'll try dressin' up!
New Idol Fest
I don't actually know how, though.
Oh, there's a fashion article.
Maybe if I study articles like this...
What are you doing?
O-Oh, hello!
I thought I should check out the magazines you're in, you know?
I am your manager... in training.
Well, I've worked hard today! Okay, I'll head home now!
What's with her?
Very suspicious.
Become a "Beloved Heroine," Starting Today!
"I'll become a beloved heroine, starting today!"
"My bit part life is over!"
I've been spotted by the last people I wanted to see me.
Whatcha doing?
N-Nothin'.
You were real intent on those magazines.
I thought you didn't care about fashion?
You ran away when we tried to give you polish. Why the change of heart?
N-No reason!
Bye!
Not so fast.
So you wanted to go from bit part to heroine.
You wanted to dress up.
I'm sorry.
Why are you apologizing?
Lookin' at magazines, I think, "That looks good, that looks cute,"
but I just don't think it'd suit me.
What makes you think that before you've even tried?
Once, when I was little,
I went to a family wedding, and I wore a cute dress.
I felt like a princess. I was all happy and excited.
But then Nagisa told me...
"That looks weird on you!"
So I started avoidin' girly clothes.
So Nagisa's the problem. Nagisa sucks.
Says the guy who calls her "Potato Face."
Like it'd be any better coming from you.
No, Nagisa is a good friend. Always supportin' my track dreams and stuff.
Nagisa is nice, and smart, and loved by everyone.
So when Nagisa said it, I had to believe it.
I realized I couldn't be a princess.
Sure you can.
LIP×LIP calls our fans "Julieta" all the time, right?
In other words, all girls are princesses.
All of us?
That's right.
But not if you don't do something. You gotta make an effort.
But can I really do it?
Effort is your specialty, right? If you really want to change, you can.
Shibasaki-kun, Someya-kun!
That was pretty touching! Idols give good speeches.
Right? So let's style you like a heroine and show you off to Nagisa.
We'll be your producers.
Uh-huh!
It's not often I see you two together.
Do something with her.
Can anything be done?
Leave it to me.
Any itchy places?
N-No, ma'am.
This one, yeah?
Looks like a mushroom.
How about this?
Looks like a kappa.
What're they gonna do to me?!
Stay still, please.
This one.
Okay.
Which one?!
Here we go.
Done. What do you think?
It's amazin'... I look totally different.
Okay, we'll start here.
Here?!
I've never been in a store this stylish.
There's no point in going to the same stores as always!
But...
We're not telling you to go in alone.
We'll take point. We're gonna find an outfit that looks good on you.
Yes, please!
Wow! So many cute clothes!
This is startin' to feel fun.
This one. We gotta go this hard if we're gonna beat Nagisa the FT4 fan.
You think that can win?
Nagisa sounds like a popular girl, so we need to be at least this refined.
You call that "refined"?
Mine is a hundred times better. Take a seat, Aizo.
I like this one!
Out of the question.
I almost look like someone else!
This'll work.
Agreed.
I said I'm paying!
No, I'm paying!
Here you are, ma'am.
Keep out!
Ms. President, what's that about?
A top-secret lesson, they said.
But it's their day off...
What could they be doing?
The lesson is for Hiyori-chan.
What?
How's this?
"Monster" would be a kind term.
It's not effects makeup, okay?
Well, I've never put on makeup before.
Heavy makeup only works for adult women and sexy people.
On a high school student, it just looks garish.
Color-wise... you want this range.
Stay still.
Huh? Wh-What?!
I'm going to teach you how to do it.
N-No, thank you!
What, you've got a problem with my makeup skills?
Th-That's not what I...
Extreme close-ups of idols are bad for my heart!
Do it, Yujiro.
On it.
You want to become a heroine, right? Get your head in the game.
Sure, I want to, if I can.
Go!
You're slouching!
Head up! Chest out!
Yes, sir!
I've never been in love, but I want to be someday. So...
Your face looks frozen!
Smile!
I'm gonna be a cute heroine!
Um...
The arrival platform is this way.
You didn't have to come with me. I know you're busy...
You'd get lost on your own.
And we should meet your friend if we're going to the concert together.
Oh.
I feel like I'm gettin' closer to them.
Maybe they're startin' to respect me?
Behold our production powers, FT4 girl!
I can't wait to see Nagisa's shock.
Hmm...
Oh, there. Nagisa!
Hiyori?
That was close! I see ya still run in places ya shouldn't.
Gotta be more careful.
I got excited.
Let me introduce you. This is my childhood friend...
Shiranami Nagisa-kun!
Your childhood friend...
...is a dude?
Episode 6
Producing Hiyori.
Everyone wants to look cuter
We're aware of each other, even if we pretend not to be
I put on older-girl makeup, and my heart is pounding
But you have to notice, or it's pointless!
Gotta worry about who we like, whether we're dating
Which clothes are cool, and final exams
We're so busy every day
Because we're girls, so there's no changing it
Sometimes I do what people want cuz it's a hassle to decide for myself
I've got secrets, and I get into fights sometimes
Troubled girls will find princes
Even "good morning" is a struggle for me
Smile back!
I told a lie, cuz I'm so into you I can't even
I put on scented lip gloss and learned new makeup...
I think about you morning, noon, and night
And I imagine you, too
I won't let the times we're apart make me give up
I'll get cuter, so find me, okay?
Next time, on episode 7 of Heroines Run the Show...
"My Childhood Friend"!
Episode 7 My Childhood Friend