Hm? Some of your hair's not tied up, Nozomi.

What? Really? I thought I made sure to re-tie it properly. I guess I must've missed a spot.

I'll fix it up for you! Let me take that hair tie off.

You'll redo my hair? Thanks! I'll leave it to you!

Karin, are we okay for time? Should we have rushed over earlier?

You don't have to worry so much. We'll make it to the party on time, no problem, thanks to all of you sprinting over here.

Ack. I feel nervous in this sparkly dress, zura. I think I know how Umi feels now.

H-How pathetic of you, Zuramaru. You shouldn't have such a worried look on your face over a mere party dress.

Speak for yourself, Yoshiko. You're the one who's been all fidgety ever since you changed into yours, zura.

You both look fantastic in your dresses!

Yeah! You look really cute! Like a couple of dolls. I want to bring you both back to the dorms just like that.

I'd do things like change your clothes every day, comb your hair, sit you down on chairs to chat, and at night you could sleep in my bed with me!

Y-You have some nerve treating me, the great Yohane, as a doll. You will be taking home a whole world of misfortune if you do that. Is that what you want?!

How nice of you to be so considerate while also threatening her.

The actual party will be starting soon. We gotta make sure to behave properly so we don't offend anyone.

You're being so dramatic, Hanamaru.

Well, there's a lot of etiquette involved at parties, right? I was so focused on how much fun I'd have today that I just realized that I haven't looked into that stuff at all.

What'll I do if I slip up somehow and make the rest of you look bad by association?

It's okay, Hanamaru. I have done some general research into party etiquette. If there is anything you don't understand, I will teach you. There is nothing to be afraid of.

And it's not like each and every one of us will be scrutinized. If you worry too much, you won't be able to enjoy the food and conversation waiting for you.

That's right. I don't really know about party etiquette myself, but I figure it should be okay if we just eat up all the food nicely without leaving a crumb!

Yep. I mentioned it in my text message as well, but it's supposed to be a small party of close acquaintances, so don't get too caught up on manners and slipping up, okay?

…Okay!

[Fade in/out.]

And here we are. This is where the party's being held today.

Enjoy yourselves to your heart's content tonight! Ha, look at me getting all carried away. Isn't that what the host is supposed to say?

Wooow! Everything's so bright and shiny, zura!

The delicious smell of food! It's gonna make my stomach growl!

K-Karin? Is this the kind of party where you eat standing up?!

Yes. Didn't I mention that?

You most certainly did not! Wh-What will I do?! I haven't done any research into cocktail-party etiquette!

You haven't? What did you read up on, then?

Things like how to sit in chairs properly, how to handle tableware and cutlery…

*Giggle* Well, I'm sure that'll come in handy for the next party you go to.

Come on! The party's starting! Everyone, pick up your drinks.

Have fun, enjoy the food, and be friendly. Let's all loosen up those shoulders and take it easy today! Cheers!

Cheers!