Maybe we can exchange Christmas gifts! I didn't do that growing up since it was for commoner kids, but now that I'm an adult, it's become one of those things I look forward to every year.
[He can't offer a romantic Christmas Eve date, but maybe this is the next best thing? He even nods to himself and says:]
[Though perhaps not the exact type of formal event Elan is talking about, or what it's like to attend one while impersonating a future CEO.
But he does know what it's like to be stuck at one of those stuffy formal events and to feel like he has to play a role in order to survive it, and maybe that's what gives his smile its sympathetic warmth. He shrugs a bit and says:]
I'm not completely sure, since we didn't celebrate the "usual way" growing up. But everyone likes food and gifts, so I say we at least do that! And instead of a black tie Christmas event, we can wear cozy sweaters and trade gifts while curled up in front of a fireplace. How does that sound? It sounds nice, right?
[ He can't help but laugh at that. He really is so enthusiastic that it makes him appreciate this strange man who's wandered into his life that much more. He shakes his head with a low sigh. ]
...I suppose they do. I appreciate food and gifts. And sweaters and curling up in front of a fireplace. So, sure. Let's make it happen.
[Namely the hat and sunglasses he wore when he first took Elan to a love hotel.]
But even if I did get caught, I don't see it being a big deal. Rather than driving fans away, I might just start a new trend. In fact, that seems like the perfect way to drum up interest on social media. The "Eden Sweater Challenge!"
[His eyes sparkle with this brand new brilliant idea he's had.]
Or the "ES Sweater Challenge!" Why, that idea sounds like such a hit that Eichi-kun ought to thank me...♪ And you, because you also helped.
Perhaps, but it doesn't have to be! There could be multiple categories. One for prettiest sweater, one for comfiest, one for cutest, and one for most Christmas-y!
[Christmasy is a word now, apparently.]
Or we could add a category for "best handmade." Some of our fans are crafty. They do things like make their own music compositions, draw artwork, and even sew outfits for our plushies. Impressive, no?
If you'd like to, why not? It's never too late to learn new things. Even Jun-kun's been learning to sew, or so I hear. He's been taking lessons from one of our fellow idols. Though that guy's so fussy, I can't imagine learning from him is very fun.
[He and Shu have never gotten along well.]
Still, he persevered, and now he can fix small tears and things. Which makes him even more useful to Eden, and even more useful to me! And he also learned how to knit, so he made Mary a sweater! Want to see? Here, I'll show you right now!
[And he proceeds to pull up the picture on his phone. Sure enough... it's his dog wearing a sweater! A simple red one.]
[And then he scrambles to close his camera roll and open a social media app. Within seconds, he manages to find...
A whole hashtag dedicated to nui photos of Eden! Most of the plushies look like this.]
See? [He thrusts his phone screen out again.] You can win these from the claw machines at those amusement facilities known as "arcades"! They're called "UFO catchers"! ☆ Their arms can move, they come in different sizes, and some of them even speak when you squeeze them tight. Pretty cute, right? This way, fans have their very own "me" to bring home. ♪
[Look at him, scrolling through plushies of himself and his co-workers like it ain't no big deal...]
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[ It's a mostly empty threat. But he has to keep the banter going. ]
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... is not what he says. Instead, he just smiles.]
Now there's a cute idea. My fans would think you're just another one of them, not knowing I gave you your necklace!
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Right? I'm glad you agree! And because you agree, that settles it! The next time I visit, I'll have a special gift for you! Look forward to it~♪
[Never beating the sugar daddy allegations at this rate. But he cuddles closer, seeming pleased with things.]
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Well, I feel like I'll have to do something to keep up. Jewelry is probably out considering that'll lead to too many questions, but...
[ Hmmm. He looks thoughtful. ]
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[He brightens up even further and chimes:]
Maybe we can exchange Christmas gifts! I didn't do that growing up since it was for commoner kids, but now that I'm an adult, it's become one of those things I look forward to every year.
[He can't offer a romantic Christmas Eve date, but maybe this is the next best thing? He even nods to himself and says:]
Yep, we should do it!
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[ He sounds a little wistful. ]
So hey. Maybe that could be fun.
[ Look at him being a little sappy. ]
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[It's not a surprise. But hearing that, and in that wistful tone of voice, solidifies the decision.]
Then we definitely should. And since we both didn't get much Christmas growing up, we'll just have to go all-out!
[What does going "all-out" entail? Who knows, but he sounds excited by the idea.]
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[ He's a little wise to the idea. ]
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[ He'd never really had a proper celebration. Even when pretending to be someone he wasn't. ]
Is that usual?
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I know exactly what those are like.
[Though perhaps not the exact type of formal event Elan is talking about, or what it's like to attend one while impersonating a future CEO.
But he does know what it's like to be stuck at one of those stuffy formal events and to feel like he has to play a role in order to survive it, and maybe that's what gives his smile its sympathetic warmth. He shrugs a bit and says:]
I'm not completely sure, since we didn't celebrate the "usual way" growing up. But everyone likes food and gifts, so I say we at least do that! And instead of a black tie Christmas event, we can wear cozy sweaters and trade gifts while curled up in front of a fireplace. How does that sound? It sounds nice, right?
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...I suppose they do. I appreciate food and gifts. And sweaters and curling up in front of a fireplace. So, sure. Let's make it happen.
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Great! Then your first task will be to find a colorful Christmas sweater. I've never bought one of those either, so it'll be a first for me too!
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[Namely the hat and sunglasses he wore when he first took Elan to a love hotel.]
But even if I did get caught, I don't see it being a big deal. Rather than driving fans away, I might just start a new trend. In fact, that seems like the perfect way to drum up interest on social media. The "Eden Sweater Challenge!"
[His eyes sparkle with this brand new brilliant idea he's had.]
Or the "ES Sweater Challenge!" Why, that idea sounds like such a hit that Eichi-kun ought to thank me...♪ And you, because you also helped.
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[ He sticks out his tongue, teasing. ]
Is that where people try to find the gaudiest sweater they can to show off? Because that's what it sounds like to me!
[ He nudges him with an elbow. ]
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Perhaps, but it doesn't have to be! There could be multiple categories. One for prettiest sweater, one for comfiest, one for cutest, and one for most Christmas-y!
[Christmasy is a word now, apparently.]
Or we could add a category for "best handmade." Some of our fans are crafty. They do things like make their own music compositions, draw artwork, and even sew outfits for our plushies. Impressive, no?
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[ elan snorts. ]
The handmade thing is definitely kinda impressive. I can do photographs, but I can't draw, for instance. Or sew. Although maybe I should learn...
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[He and Shu have never gotten along well.]
Still, he persevered, and now he can fix small tears and things. Which makes him even more useful to Eden, and even more useful to me! And he also learned how to knit, so he made Mary a sweater! Want to see? Here, I'll show you right now!
[And he proceeds to pull up the picture on his phone. Sure enough... it's his dog wearing a sweater! A simple red one.]
Look! Isn't she soooo cute? ♪
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[ He sounds incredibly amused. ]
...never really thought about it, but yeah. Learning how to do something with my hands might help me out a little.
[ You know, with everything else he's had going on in his life. ]
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Exactly! You could knit cute sweaters, too. And since you don't have a dog, I could lend you one of my plushies!
[A narcissistic suggestion, though plushie clothes are probably a little easier than dog clothes, at least.]
I know Elan-kun is good with his hands, so I don't think you'd have too much trouble.
[How's that for innocently-spoken innuendo?]
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[ He responds dryly. ]
A plushie of you? They make those?
[ This guy is totally out of touch with idol culture. ]
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[And then he scrambles to close his camera roll and open a social media app. Within seconds, he manages to find...
A whole hashtag dedicated to nui photos of Eden! Most of the plushies look like this.]
See? [He thrusts his phone screen out again.] You can win these from the claw machines at those amusement facilities known as "arcades"! They're called "UFO catchers"! ☆ Their arms can move, they come in different sizes, and some of them even speak when you squeeze them tight. Pretty cute, right? This way, fans have their very own "me" to bring home. ♪
[Look at him, scrolling through plushies of himself and his co-workers like it ain't no big deal...]
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[ He sounds bemused as he looks at the photos. Yep, that's definitely him in plushy form. It's... kind of cute.
Maybe he should get one. ]
I'm not sure how I'd feel knowing there were thousands of people out there with a little cuddly version of me, honestly.
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sorry the holidys and then being sick ate me
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i FINALLY emerge from post-holiday haze and illness
Man, it feels like everyone was sick this year... I hope you're feeling better!!
Doing alright!
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