Chapter 4: Nanao's Story

It's been a long time since I've sent everyone out.

Why hasn't anyone come back yet?! Don't they see the urgency in this matter?!

The chairwoman seems to have disappeared too. Where and what could she possibly be doing?

It looks like I'll have to do something about this myself.

Oh, hey, Nanao. Why the stern look?

Well, the thing is...

Ah, that sounds pretty interesting. Do you need any help with that?

Thank you for the offer, but we can handle this on our own. I won't need your help.

No need to be so shy with me. I can introduce you to a really nice girl. Just let me give it a shot, please?

I'm not being shy, but if you insist, then I suppose I could listen. Who is this girl?

You, Nanao.

Huh?!

Well, I mean, you're very cute. I'm rather certain you'd be able to win the contest.

Captain, I said I was looking for candidates! Why don't you ever listen to me?!

And don't make me start, but what are you doing here anyway? Aren't you supposed to be in a meeting right now?!

The meeting's ended, so I was on my way back. Don't worry. I stayed awake and listened to the entire discussion.

But back to your story. If you girls go out there yourselves, I think you have a good lineup of candidates.

You're all very cute so it'll be very festive. That's more than enough to get the audience to debate who they'd want to vote for.

Oh, but of course, my vote would go to you.

That's not necessary! I am on the hosting side of this show and have no intention of being a participant!

It was my mistake to discuss this with you, Captain. I apologize for taking your time. Now, if you'll excuse me!

My, my... She can be a little stubborn sometimes. I think it's such a waste.