video;

[demachi]

[The video opens on a blue-haired man in black and white standing on a small sound stage. It's decorated like a disco, appropriate to his outfit, and the lights turn and shift while his long braid sways. He's grinning, moving gently to some rather catchy music that, no, doesn't match his outfit. It fades as he waves at the camera and adjusts a headset mic.]

Greetings, Lunatians and off-world friends alike! I'm your very own Wataru Hibiki, and I'm delighted to be here representing my beloved idol group, fine. As you've well seen from our leader's promotions, we're a group of young men from far, far away, who want nothing more than to bring dreams to you! Now...

[He raises his hand in a flourish, then lowers it as some interesting tapestries drop behind him. He walks up to the first one.]

As you know, we're rather fond of philanthropy. We're here tonight to request donations to the Arts Fund, and in return... you'll get... Fufufu, me.

[He gestures to a set of... yep, those are dakimakura. Hug pillows. And he's on all of them. Walking by each in turn, he explains.]

Model one can be yours for a generous 200 chroma donation or equivalent. It features my first cover story's centerfold, just a touch of fanservice for everyone... It's one-sided!

Model two, for those with more delicate tastes, features my debut play's "Yulieta" costume, with full fanservice and bedroom eyes. Oh, I can't show you the back on live video! There's a bit of skin! This glorious design can be yours for 2000 chroma!

Lastly, for the most daring, the most Amazing, a duo deal! Myself and my dear, lovely Eichi, entwined in love's secret embrace! [He gestures to a larger pillowcase, and. Yep. It's them.] These are of limited quantity, so act quickly to reserve yours for a mere 4000 chroma!

[The tapestries rise up, and he returns to the center with a twirl that is... somehow sensual? Again, his braid sways.]

There you have it! Charitable contributions will be accepted throughout the month; please mention fine in your donation and send proof to me at the business address below to request your very own Wataru Hibiki! Don't forget our upcoming three-night concert series, featuring special guests each night. You won't want to miss it. I'll also be co-starring in "My Lover is an Arthropod" at the Seaside Theater in two weeks. Won't I see you there?

[W i n k]

Comments

[accurately]

"Fanservice"?

[ He has no idea what this is. Once upon a time, Takao tried to explain tsundere and gap moe to him but most of it is just nonsense that Takao spouts that doesn't apply to him as far as he's concerned. ]

I'm well aware he isn't, just as I'm well aware that he wouldn't intentionally break our rules. That's why I assumed the fault lied with you. [ But he also.. doesn't get what fanservice is or that Eichi wouldn't have even considered it a violation so pls explain. ]

[demachi]

Fanservice! It's... showing off for the fans, so to speak. You do things that are flirtatious and titillating for the cameras or live audience, and they get a little more enamored as things go along.

[Poor thing must really be shocked by this. There, there.]

Assuming fault when you don't have all the information is just a bit ridiculous, don't you think? fine's activities are what they are, and we'll do what we must to grow our fanbase! So please, understand there's no harm meant. I'd hate for you to think I'd do such an awful thing to my beloved Emperor.

[accurately]

[ Midorima can't say he likes or understands it, but if what he's saying is true, Midorima has no intention of interfering with Eichi's job. After all, he more than anyone respects work ethics.. even if this seems like something he may need to ask Kise or Aoba about later. ]

Then ask your "Emperor" to give fair warning next time he chooses to release something that looks so intimate.

[demachi]

[Wataru tuts. This poor guy doesn't get it.]

I will do nothing of the sort. Why would you selfishly interfere with his idol activities if you care for him so? Moonlacing is a commodity, and that's all you're seeing.

[accurately]

I'm not asking him to stop, simply to let me know so I'm not caught off-guard.

[ He huffs slightly at the accusation that he's being selfish in this case.

Like 99% of the time he doesn't care if he's being selfish, but he did agree not to interfere. Asking for a heads up isn't interfering, he doesn't think. ]

[demachi]

Then please relay that message to him yourself. I, like you, do not want to get entangled in his affairs with others.

[He's not going to bat for one of Eichi's other lovers, especially not for something like this. If the guy wants Eichi, he can fight for him just like Wataru has, and learn to communicate directly. It'll be good for him!]

How nice that someone cares for him so much! How bold of you to step out of your comfort zone to have a serious discussion! I'm sure he'll be truly pleased.

[accurately]

I intend on it.

[ He's not actually bad at saying when he wants things. But he's also stubborn and likes to come from multiple angles when he wants something. Midorima isn't considered spoiled on his team because he doesn't get his way a lot. He does it by being thorough and making sure that his wants end in good results for those involved even if they have to deal with him to get it.

But he does respect not wanting to be entangled in the affairs of others, so he leaves it at that. ]

I said no such thing. Forget this conversation.

[ And he's hanging up. Because Midorima is ultimately hella tsundere. ]