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Mirror Chamber
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Hmph. Ever the chatterbox, Azul. That's basic information—hardly worth calling attention to. Would you kindly cease your embarrassing slavering? |
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Oh, speaking of influencers—Vil's not the only one slated for SDC this year. I heard the one and only Neige LeBlanche is putting in an appearance too. It was all over online news sites a few days ago. It's no surprise that the media would be all over it. |
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Neige LeBlanche... Ah, yes. We received a registration form for him a few days ago. He's a sophomore representing Royal Sword Academy. |
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He's considered the most likable celebrity in the world. He's known for his disarming good looks and approachable nature. Hardly a day goes by when I don't see his face plastered over one screen or another. Who knew he went to Royal Sword Academy? |
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Yeah, there you go. He's like a boy idol for normies... Wait, hold up. You guys actually watch TV in Diasomnia? |
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Khee hee hee. Why, of course! I'd simply wither and die without my dramas. I've been known to enjoy a spot of gaming, too. |
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H-huh... Somehow, I wasn't expecting that. |
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Vil Schoenheit and Neige LeBlanche. This year's Song & Dance Championship will play host to two globally famous celebrities. It is no exaggeration to say that this will be the highest-profile year in the entire history of the event. Rosehearts, do make certain that you are amply prepared to avert any incidents on the day of the show. |
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Y-yes, Headmage. This...is turning out to be even more of a to-do than I was expecting. |
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Even the slightest mismanagement could trigger a commotion among the throngs of fans that will be in attendance. Riddle, I would be glad to extend a special offer of assistance if you're starting to feel the pressure. After all, I already have plenty of experience after handling the uproar at the interdorm Spelldrive tournament. |
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Hey, cephalo-punk. Want me to dry out that slimy tongue of yours and make it into octo-jerky? |
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Dear me, how frightening! Heh heh heh... |
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Your help won't be necessary, Azul. I have no desire to incur any special debts to you. There's no telling what you'd ask for later as compensation. Focus on doing your own job well. |
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What a pity. Do let me know if you ever change your mind. My spirit of benevolence has no expiration date. |
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Same here. Feel free to reach out to me if you have trouble with anything, Riddle. I'm always happy to help. Ooh, I just can't wait for festival day! |
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Yeesh. Must be nice to see the bright side of everything all the time. Meanwhile, I'm sitting here every day wracking my brain, trying to figure out how I can present my research without going up on stage... I just know if I go up there, everybody in the venue's gonna be like, "Uh, is his hair on fire?" "Is he from the Shroud family?" "What kind of creepy research is he doing, anyway?" They're gonna spread rumors like... Well, like wildfire. Uuugh, this sucks. For an introvert like me, public speaking is, like, EX difficulty. |
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Idia, the rules state that the researcher must be on stage in person. I cannot make an exception for you. |
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Oh, great, here we go with Riddle's personal skill, Rulemonger. Y'know what MY person skill is? Thinking that rule is really backwards. For one thing, who wants to listen to a geek like me mumbling into a microphone? Text-to-speech would go way smoother and be easier for listeners to parse. |
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Aren't you talking perfectly fine with us right now? |
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Y-you can't compare voice chatting online with people you know to giving a talk to a crowd full of strangers, okay? There's no way I could handle Q&A after the presentation, for that matter. I'd freak. |
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You have just over a month until the festival. Perhaps you could use it to practice delivering a speech loudly and clearly without stumbling? In fact, I'd be willing to join you for practice sessions after school if you like. |
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Erk! N-no thanks, I'm good. I'll figure something out on my own before it's go time. The last thing I need is a mandatory grind on a repeatable training event with Mr. Impossible-to-Please. |
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Very well. Then I shall look forward to your fully composed research presentation, Idia. That wraps up the management committee's report. |
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I'll adjourn today's housewarden meeting here. I expect all dorms to continue with their preparations for the big day. |
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Pomefiore Dorm - Vil's Room
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Mira, Mira. Tell me something. |
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What would you like me to look up? |
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Who, at this moment, is the most beautiful of all? |
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Displaying results for "account with the most comments using the word 'beautiful'": Neige LeBlanche. |
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Neige...! ...Then the time has come. |
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I'm sorry. I didn't understand your command. Could you repeat that? |
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