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I know.

But we should respect the city's choice, and let them handle the rest, right?

第二关（前）

(Ring ring ring! Ring ring ring!)

(The alarm was followed by a cacophonous banging of the drum kit.)

AaaaAAAaaaaAHH~♪

Get up already!

Urgh... Gah!

M-Man... things got gnarly last night! Gimme a few more minutes...

Phew, nothing like a cold shower to start the day! I have a feeling that it's gonna be a great day!

Drink the vegetable juice. I told room service to put it in the fridge.

Those aren't even fit for consumption!

Don't act like I don't know. You screamed for like two whole minutes during last night's show, right?

Y-yeah.

Even though you're not a singer, you need to take better care of your throat. But last night's performance was a huge success. Congratulations.

Hmm, I don't know about that.

I've tried, but no matter how much effort I put into it, I feel like I won't ever be able to do better than D.litHun.

You've already done very well.

Is that so? Well... It's no big deal. I've made up my mind. For the next collab album, I want to make four more remixes for our demo so our partners can have more tracks to choose from.

Four more demos?! You've already made 26 mixes the last few days. I know you see it as practice, but you can't push yourself like that!

It's fine. I had some new ideas during the show last night. I want to try taking them in some new directions.

I've just about figured out my limits. Now that I have a better understanding, I'll just have to keep pushing my limits further. That's what improvement is.

But what about the concerts? Your schedule is full until next year!

Not a problem! I have whole 'nother stamina bar for that!

I don't even know what you're talking about now!

Oh come on, we've worked with each other for so long. Do I ever make mistakes?

You blew out all the lights in the studio last time!

That was a problem with Arts, not with the music!

But, you did just remind me of something.

If that theory is correct, my ideas and my musicality... can definitely be taken to another level.

...The relationship between Originium Arts and music is still just a hypothesis. Don't let that lead you around by the nose.

Huh? Do I even have a nose?

You should have figured that out long ago without needing to ask me!

But, the Leithanians did it.

Notes, melodies, form, structure. Everything is composed the same way one would write Originium Arts.

Gaaah! It's just too profound! It doesn't feel like the way I'd do things!

If you've already realized that, then I can rest easy.

Perhaps I do need to kick back and relax a bit.

Good, don't push yourself too hard.

But wait, don't cause another blackout in the district again!

Jeez, I won't! I'll keep things under control this time.

Oh, that reminds me, I met that Cronin person you were talking about.

What'd you think about him?

To be honest... I don't think he'd be a very good sponsor. He seemed like the kind of person who cares too much about money.

I had the same feeling the last time I saw the contract... But it's fine, Siren gets to decide our sponsors anyway. I know you're a good judge of character.

Be careful out there. Some say that Siesta is a lot more complicated than it looks. Also, don't use that Grace account for now.

Don't worry. I said I'd keep things under control. This is my greatest secret after all!

Your little underground organization, huh?

Musicians always need their own space!

Hmm? A message... Good thing Siesta really is a city built for tourists - the network sure is fast here.

Hmm, who's on this channel?

'From Ada.Closure.Church.' ...Wait, it's Closure?

'I heard the festival was a great success. Congrats :P'

'Long time no see, Grace. Are you still in touch with Dijkstra? Let's find a chance to get him and do something great together next time!'

'Oh right, make sure to take care of yourself :3'

God...

I knew today was gonna be awesome!

第一关（前）

Was that an earthquake just now?

Yeah!!

We're so close to the stage, after all! Did you see that? Did you see D.D.D.'s expression?! How did she do that?!

She already left the stage, don't always be such a fanboy... Wait, isn't it shaking again?

Oh come on, it's probably just the subwoofer... Wait...

H-huh...? You felt that too?

...Let's go!

Wh-what?!

Don't ask questions, just come with me!

Stop pushing! Some personal space here!

You're stepping on my foot!! Get out of my face!!

Someone fainted! Watch out!

Wh-why is everyone panicking? Don't tell me...

Oh my god...

...It's Emperor.

Ahem, nice weather we're having.

(Cheering)

Emperor! It's really him!! Wooowwww...!

Don't be stupid! It's THE EMPEROR! And you still think it's some earthquake?!

No, I'm just too excited, from seeing... Wait, I kind of... can't breathe...

Mister Emperor, this way please.

Ladies and gentlemen! Please move back! Stand behind the line!

Hey, young man, that Savran over there.

It's okay. Let them come closer.

But Mister Emperor, you still have a performance later. If some kind of accident were to happen...

Accident?

You mean an attempted shooting, assassination, kidnapping, suicide threat, or something along those lines?

Do you think those things can stop me? Me?

No, those things shall only become a part of my show, just like how rhythm breaks apart the meaning of words. Do you understand?

Well, no...

To put it simply, it's all theatrics. Just relax. I promise, Siren won't blame you for it.

(Cheering)

Emperor!! Emperor!! Emperor!!

Ah, you're here. Come, don't be nervous. Just relax, muster up some bravery, and believe in yourself.

Columbia's Rap God? You're nothing but a thug, a mongrel that got a little lucky...

Louder, pal, let me hear you! Hey, Savran, don't drive him away. Give him the mic. Don't worry. Just do as I say.

You ruined our lives, but you still sit atop so much wealth... You, you deserve only death!!

Noooo! He has a crossbow! Take cover!

Don't blame me. That's right, it's all your fault. Just how many singers were sacrificed for your so-called 'rap empire'...

Emperor? Eat dirt, you bottom-feeding penguin!

Ahaha, let me think about that one. Who's the one playing dirty? Riling up the media, manipulating public opinion, personal attacks, and now even a shooting attempt? Hmph.

You think I'd forget who you are just because you decided to roll around in the sewers? Will pointing your weapon at these youngsters satisfy you, 'Songster?'