Thank you, Maki! You really helped me out by coming!

Don't sweat it. It's not like I had anything planned. Besides, helping out with the kindergarten Setsubun event sounds fun.

But… Why do I have to play the role of the ogre?

Well, the teacher who was supposed to do it got injured…

Please, Maki. We can both play ogres together, zura!

Ugh, I just wish you'd told me sooner. Okay then, I'll play the ogre.

Thank you, Maki!

Okay, let's start practicing the role right away.

Don't worry. It's not that serious. Just wear the mask and roar, and it'll be fine.

You are so naive.

How could anyone be entertained by such child's play? If we're going to do this, let's do something they'll actually enjoy.

…………

Why have you suddenly gone so quiet?

*Giggle* You really are kind, taking entertaining a bunch of kids so seriously.

W-Well, of course! Once you accept a request, it's only right that you take it seriously.

And on top of that, it's a request from you, Hanamaru. I want to do whatever I can to fulfill it.

Oh, Maki!

Ack! Stop hugging me!

Maki, let's make this event a huge success!

Of course. Let's give the children the best entertainment we can.