Blue Archive story · Club stories, Story 2
ON AIR: Gehenna 2
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Kihehe, I knew you could do it, Iroha!
It took you no time at all to find the perfect replacements!
They actually found me, to be honest...
Hatami Erika and Yozakura Kirara will be the perfect vessels to transform our broadcast into something that truly embodies the dignity and prestige of the Pandemonium Society!
Of course she knows their names...
Well, that's what happened. They're going to take over. Don't change your mind later.
To use someone, you must trust them, and once you trust them, you cannot regret it!
That's the bold mindset required of the leader of the Pandemonium Society! Don't worry and proceed, Iroha!
Yes, yes. Sounds good, whatever you say...
After you two agreed to host, we announced that our next broadcast episode will be a special one.
People were pretty excited.
Seriously? Whoa! That's awesome.
I mean, you two are pretty well-known across the school. It made my life easier, at least.
Ah, that's a lot of pressure. You have a starter's guide or tutorial for us?
You've listened to the broadcast before, right? You just have to keep it more or less the same.
Um... Well, I'm sure I've listened before, but...
There was one with Ibuki! The one where she sang!
Eh? Do WE have to sing?
No, no. That was just an Ibuki thing. Think of it as...a podcast, I guess.
Like the listeners' stories segment. Apparently we got a ton of submissions this time, but you can just skip that whole thing if you want.
Aw, that would be way too mean! It probs took them a lot of effort to write and submit them.
I'd totes be listening every time, hoping that my story gets read next. We can't let them down!
I guess I get it... Point is, you can just do whatever you want.
You're seriously going to give us free rein?
We said we'd trust you with it.
And you two do seem a lot less likely to muck it up than some other people at this school...
Geez, from the mouth of a Pandemonium Society exec herself. You're making me a little nervous.
No pressure from me... I just don't peg you two as the type to cause trouble.
I don't really care either way, though.
Ahaha! Don't worry! We won't let you down.
I'm grateful for all the effort, but we're the ones who pulled you in last minute. So, again, no pressure.
I think it's about time.
Well then, good luck.
We got it, Iroha!
*phew*... I'm actually pretty nervous.
Don't worry, don't worry. Look, there's even descriptions for each segment, so it's not like we're going in totally blind.
You're right. Then, you ready?
Ahem. Live from the studio...
...and hosting today's special episode of "ON AIR: Gehenna" is me, Yozakura Kirara!
And me, Hatami Erika!
It's our first time, so apologies in advance for any mistakes. But let's get to it!
Hm? Today's broadcast is a bit different.
The host is different, right?
Wait, is that KIRARA?
Time for the first segment! Club promotion time!
We've got a lot of messages from people hoping to spread the word about their clubs.
Ooh, let's start with this one! It's so fancy-looking that it really jumps out.
They sure had a lot to say... That's dedication, if I've ever seen it.
Well, let's read what kind of club it is.
"This letter first started in Trinity and gave luck to the recipient. If you do not send this letter to seven people within the next week, misfortune will follow your every move..."
Eh?
Wooow. That's an old, classic prank! I didn't know people still sent chain mail like this.
But it's definitely not talking about a club! So let's mooove on to the next one.
Hold up!! But we just heard the message too! Does that mean we have to send it to seven people, or we'll be unlucky?
I don't think I even know seven people... How many people are in the Pandemonium Society again...?
Okie dokie, we're opening the next message. Hopefully this one is actually about a club!
Take it away, Erika!
Ahem...
"The School Gate Border Philosophy Club needs YOU. Sit right at the border of campus and let the ambiguity fuel your philosophical perspectives! Indulge in the vague indecision of whether or not you're going to go to class!"
Ah, ah! I've seen these people! They actually like to squat on TOP of the school gate!
That...was an actual club activity? Not people pretending to be gargoyles?
Whatever they are, if you want to join, they meet at the western gate every Tuesday and Thursday. Please show your support for the School Gate Border Philosophy Club!
(It's going a lot smoother than I expected. It was definitely right to leave it to these two.)
Today's broadcast is pretty good.
Tell me about it. Don't they usually just turn on Pandemonium Society hymns?
If they keep this up, I might actually start looking forward to it.
And next up we have...
Oooh, I know you've all been waiting for this one. Twinkle, twinkle, listener's story submissions time is back!
I don't think that was the title... Well, it probably doesn't matter.
We have a lot of stories to get through today, so please be understanding if we can't read yours.
Okay, here's our first story.
"I'm a student in second-year. I like leisurely eating by myself alone during lunch time. But sometimes, my friends want to eat with me, which is a bit tough."
"But if I refuse, I'm afraid I might drift away from the group, and I do like my friends. What should I do?"
Ah! I actually know lots of people like this!
It's definitely a conundrum... Do you put yourself first? Or prioritize your friendships?
I, Yozakura Kirara, have a really good answer!
Oh? Is that so?
Yes, ma'am!
I know it's hard, but you have to be honest with your friends! Tell them you like them, but you really like your alone time too!
And don't worry about pushing them away! In fact, I think you'll feel even closer to them, since they'll have learned something new about you.
...Whoa.
As long as you speak from the heart, I'm sure they'll understand. You're friends! Don't worry about it too much!
Haha. That's right. Friends understand each other's preferences and personalities. That's what they're for.
Should we move on to the next letter, Kirara?
Yes. Next one is an anonymous letter as well. Someone in their first year.
"My problem is that misfortune seems to follow me no matter where I go. I'm constantly tripping, and dropping things like dango or snacks. Bombs will go off at a restaurant right when I'm about to start eating, and losing meal tickets or having vending machines swallow my money is an everyday occurrence. Is there something wrong with me?"
I seriously think I'm going to start crying!
What I'm hearing is that, despite all that you've been through, you don't let it stop you from living your life! That's really admirable.
Yup, yup! And they say that your total amount of luck in life is predetermined. So I bet something really good is waiting for you around the corner.
Maybe she should try vlogging or livestreaming.
It's good content, if you think about it. People would tune in to see what unlucky thing is going to happen that day.
Like turning a crisis into an opportunity! Those little unlucky things will make you memorable. It can be your niche!
And, if bad things don't happen, that's good too. It's a win-win!
To the person who shared their story, don't give up and stay strong! We'll be rooting for you!
Now, let's move on to the next stor...
Ack! My ears!
It looks like we're having some technical difficulties.
What the...?! What's going on? I was enjoying the broadcast...
...!!
What do we do? Should we cut the feed?
That's amazing, Eri!
The cables used in the broadcast studio tend to be cheap and lack proper wiring, so they don't react well to getting tangled up.
Basically, I just straightened out the lines.
You really can do anything, Eri! That's awesome.
Well, I think we're coming to the end.
Ahem. Apologies for the unstable transmission. Let's get back to it!
We have more reader letters to read!
Ugh, just when things were going smoothly, of course we have technical issues...
Makoto. If we're going to continue with the broadcast, shouldn't we switch out those cables?
...
Makoto? Are you listening?
Hm? Ah.
Kihehe. Upon further reflection, a popular broadcast like this will benefit us greatly.
That way, even more students will listen to the songs and statements that praise me!
Iroha! Actively submit ideas to revitalize the school broadcast!
*sigh*... I knew you would say something like that.
Oh, that's perfect for ending the broadcast.
...Ack!
Huh? What?
W-We...don't have the song they requested!
Huh? Can't you just connect your phone?
We don't have that kind of equipment...and the only things saved on the hard drive are Pandemonium Society hymns...
That's not the vibe they wanted at all!
Ah, oh well. We'll have to skip the...
Eri, Eri!
Huh?
Why don't you sing it, Eri? There's a guitar behind you.
Huh? M-Me?
Yeah! You're good at singing! And you totes sang this at karaoke last time!
No, I'm not good. I just know the melodies...
And singing for a broadcast is completely different from karaoke!
Heehee. Is it really? There's someone to sing it, and there's someone to listen. That's all that matters.
And we can't disappoint the person who requested that song!
Yay! Eri's singing live!!
So the Twinkle Twinkle Club's campus broadcast ended successfully.
Wow... Good work. Really...
Haha, it was fun for us, too! Broadcasting might actually suit me better than I thought.
Yes. It was a new experience, communicating with an unspecified audience. How did people react?
Well. REALLY well. The listeners loved it.
Oh, that's good! It must have been a relief for you too!
Kind of... It might've been a little too positive.
Huh? What do you mean?
How can something be TOO positive?
It's just...an annoying person who has annoying opinions. She's just throwing a temper tantrum.
If I had it my way, I would ask you to come back...
...
But you two have your own club activities, so I'm sure that would be a problem.
I'm thankful you said that!
Haha, yeah. That's more praise than we deserve.
And, there was a student that did the broadcast before, right?
Yes, well. She said she needed to quit for personal reasons...
Well, who knows if she'd come back...
But we wouldn't want to take over her spot. I'm sure that'd hurt.
Well, anyway, thanks for the kind words...
But we were just filling in the gap! Right?
Fufu, yeah. Just like that, Kirara.
Yes, I understand what you're saying. You're very kind.
Anyway, I don't know if that student will come back, but I'll relay the message.
Ah, right. I wanted to give you a small gift for your trouble.
The original gift I was thinking of was Makoto's handwritten signature, but if there's something you want...
Hm... Are you thinking what I'm thinking?
Haha, I think so. Then...
Don't bother with the gift, Iroha! Having a Twinkly experience is enough for us!
Yes. The new experience was fun, and it's enough for us that we were able to help.
...Is that so.
What about your MomoTalk ID? That'd be the perfect gift.
Kya! ☆ Iroha, so cuteee!!
Can I contact you? Ah, if you're not that busy tonight...
Twinkling days are forever.
ON AIR: Gehenna