Dealing with Mikadono Sisters Is a Breeze (帝乃三姉妹は案外、チョロい。)

New kid.

I want to go on a date with you.

If you're free on Sunday...

then spend it dating me.

K-Kazuki-san?

Why date me of all people?

Wait, is it because of that kiss?

A d-date?

Like when a male and female meet at a prearranged time and location?

Don't overanalyze! Yes, it's a date!

A date date?

Yes, a date date.

Is the new kid okay with it?

H-How would I know?!

C'mon. Let's go back to our rooms, Miwa.

Hold on. I don't know where this is coming from.

You want to know?

Heroine Audition

New TV Drama Casting Call

Is this the tough audition you're worried about?

Precisely.

I've been playing male roles my whole life,

so I'm unable to grasp the heroine's emotions and mannerisms.

But during rehearsal, I was told that my personal life affects my performance.

Now I get it!

We're pretending to go on a date so that you can identify better with the heroine.

Kazuki-san is already a star when it comes to male roles,

but now she's taking on new challenges.

Prodigies are experts at staying out of ruts.

You got it. I'm all yours, if you'll have me.

Thanks. And keep this from the other two.

Sure!

However, don't get any wrong ideas!

Relax. I won't.

That said... You won't be able to identify with the heroine unless the date feels real.

And to make that happen, we'll need to add a little thrill.

Wha?

I'll take you on the most awesome date, just for you!

Saturday

N-New kid.

Niko-san.

Are you doing anything on Sunday?

Not really? I'll be providing everyone with support, as always.

That punk lied to my face!

And if he felt the need to lie, that means he has something to hide!

Let's keep this a secret from Niko-san...

Yeah! It has to be!

That has to be it!

After that...

I'll take you on the most awesome date!

Awesome?

How "awesome"?

I know too little about these things to even picture it!

This is our first dinner together in a while...

so what's with this tension?

New kid.

I hope you're ready for tomorrow.

For the date?

I got it all covered!

D-Do they have huge matches coming up tomorrow or something?

Dealing with Mikadono Sisters Is a Breeze

home.06 This is a Date

I hafta see what's happening, or else I can't concentrate on shogi.

Yeah, I won't feel better if I don't watch.

Miwa's Choice

Niko's Choice

They picked disguises at a nearby shop

I tried to pick out a goofy outfit so I could laugh at her, but...

It actually looks good on her.

It actually looks good on her.

What the hell are you staring at?

Right back at ya!

All he's doing is meeting Kazuki, but he looks so excited about it.

I can't even picture Kazu-nee going on a date with a guy.

Me neither. If anything, she'd be escorting the girl.

New kid.

Kazuki-san!

K-Kazuki-san?

Yeah, did I keep you?

Scratch that!

S-Sorry I'm late.

You look amazing, Kazuki-san!

This is what the heroine in the story looks like.

I'm also practicing my makeover, so it's two birds, one stone.

C'mon. Let's get a move on, new kid—

No.

I'll... use your name this time, Yu.

Sure thing! I hope you'll keep calling me "Yu" even after today!

Let's hit the aquarium first.

I have to make sure Kazuki's special date plan goes without a hitch.

That twerp Kazuki dressed in her Sunday best!

How'd she go from Prince Charming to trying to look cute for the new kid?

She's all in and then some!

Watch these steps.

Make sure you don't stumble.

Hey, Kazuki-san, you're doing it wrong!

Sorry about that! Force of habit.

Here, take my hand.

What clever creatures.

Cleverer than me, at least.

How did I do?

Was that reaction adorable enough?

What do men find cute?

Kazuki-san, you should try enjoying yourself more—

All spectators in the lower seats, please take care!

You okay, Yu?

Uh, yeah.

But... you're doing it wrong again, Kazuki-san.

Your girlfriend's so cool!

I'm not cool!

Whoo, gettin' hot in here!

This was supposed to be the perfect date.

They couldn't decide who should carry the shopping.

The waiter guessed wrong with their orders.

She got sores on her feet from wearing ladies' sandals.

I'd say this date is cratering.

Too cringe to watch.

Sorry. I need a quick restroom break.

Sure.

What am I doing?

I've been as much of a failure as he is.

I'll take you on the most awesome date.

He was so excited to take me out, too.

Is he disappointed? With me?

Hey, honey! Killer physique you got!

Mind if we talk for a minute?

Showbiz Production New Talent Development

A talent agency? He's a scout?

Shoot, if it gets out that I'm dating in disguise...

I-I'm afraid I'm not interested—

No, you have to be interested!

You're a diamond in the rough!

He won't quit! Hold on...

Why isn't he around when I need him?

So please, just hear me out!

Don't—

Can I help you?

Yu...

Huh? Her kid brother?

We're on a date. And besides...

She already knows what she wants to be.

Goodbye.

Huh, wait a minute?

What does she wanna be?

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He didn't think that far ahead.

Well, she...

She wants to be a performer.

So she does wanna be in showbiz! Then our agency's just what she needs!

No! I didn't say "performer"!

I said... reformer. In city government!

Government? She'd be way better off as a model!

Look, kid, I know you're duping me.

You're a failure at making excuses, too.

Just trust me. I'll make her a star!

Just stop talking, Yu.

You can't have her!

Because, well...

I wanna marry her!

This kid... He sounds like a toddler!

You don't think I'm serious, do you?

Y-Yu...

Well, I am!

Me and Kazuki-san are going to be together, all smiles, in the good times and the bad!

Fine, fine, you win. I hope you'll be very happy together.

Did you hear that?

Dang...

He proposed to her!

Sorry, Kazuki-san.

You can, uh... just forget all of that.

There's no way I ever could.

Come on. We can't be late for our next stop.

Her hand feels extra warm.

Tell me if you're feeling fatigued, okay?

You clod.

N-Now they're hitting it off even more!

Will this be a perfect date after all?

Well, I did grab her hand without thinking.

Neither of us is letting go.

Wow, they must be close.

They must be two hot siblings.

People do see me as her kid brother!

No. I'm dating Kazuki-san to help her with her role.

People need to see us as a romantic couple!

Why am I sweating so much?

Is this how a girl reacts to holding hands on a date?

I'm learning so much!

Keep acting like my real boyfriend, Yu!

K-Kazuki-san is ready and willing, too.

You got it!

Now I see.

This is why you were in a hurry.