Ruby Ep. 8: Ruby's Worth
Chika and the others are ecstatic after finding out that Ruby has been asked to model for a magazine, but Ruby doesn't seem too thrilled about the prospect herself.
Chika
Ruby's gonna be in a magazine?!
Hanamaru
That's incredible, Ruby! You're so cute, I just know you'll look great in those photos, zura. I can't wait until it goes on sale, zura.
Player
Yeah, I think she'll look great too. But…
Chika
Huh? Is Ruby against the idea?
Player
It's not that she's against it…
Dia
She is saying she lacks confidence. Am I wrong?
Player
Sister knows best. You really get her.
Hanamaru
But they approached her! It'd be such a waste to let the opportunity go, zura…
Dia
Ruby doesn't seem to have a single ounce of confidence in herself. I thought that joining Aqours had helped build some for her, but…
Dia
I believe she is just wavering at the moment. After all, she's always able to tell people when she genuinely doesn't want to do something.
Player
Right… I think Ruby should put herself out there more. But how do we help her build up her confidence?
[Fade in/out.]
Ruby
Me? Perform alone?!
Player
Yeah! There's an event being held at the mall, and it looks like they're looking for guest performers for the first day!
Chika
They said you can perform on stage in front of everyone! Why don't you put on a show, Ruby?
Ruby
Who, me? What about you, Chika? What about everyone else?
Chika
Um, well, actually… We all have plans on that day that we just can't get out of!
Ruby
Really? But I don't think a live show with just me would be very exciting. Are you sure it wouldn't be better if all nine of us sang? Y'know, as Aqours?
Player
I don't think so. Ruby, you're a part of Aqours too, you know. And I think you should actively perform at events when the opportunity arises.
Player
You could be the reason more people discover Aqours. Go out there, make this event a success, and spread the word about Aqours far and wide!
Chika
I'm sad I can't join you up there, but I'll do all that I can to help you out with your songs and your costume!
Ruby
You want me to…represent us? …Okay. I'm scared and more than a little nervous about being on stage alone… But I'll do my best for Aqours' sake!
[Fade in/out.]
Player
Thanks for your support, Chika.
Chika
No problem. I'll do anything to help build Ruby's confidence. We'll all do whatever we can to help make her show a success!
[Fade in/out.]
| Option 1: “Are you ready?” |
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| Player Ruby, it's almost time to head on stage. Are you ready? Ruby W-Wait, my heart won't stop pounding at all! A-And my legs are shaking so much… |
| Option 2: “Let's make this show a hit!” |
| Player Your costume and makeup are spot-on. All that's left is for you to take the stage. Let's make this show a hit today! Ruby Can I really do this by myself? |
Player
I know you must be really nervous… But it's your job to go up there and put on a show. I'll be here watching over you. Now get out there with your head held high!
Ruby
Okay!
[Fade in/out.]
Ruby
N-Nice to meet you all! I'm Ruby Kurosawa of Aqours! Thank you all so much for coming to this event today!
Ruby
I wrote a song to get everyone up and moving and having a good time! I hope you'll listen!
Player
(Ruby's speaking so well up there! She was so nervous a minute ago, but now she's like a completely different person. I just know this will boost her confidence!)
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