Part 2

That’s a great cool vibe you’ve got going~! We’re doing full-body shots next! Think you can strike a pose for me?

Yeah, how about something like this?

Hmm... Was the violin that makes the “kyuu” sound more expensive? Wait... Or was it the one that makes a “ryuu” sound...?

(He’s even studying on the commute to the quiz show...)

You’re amazing, Renga-kun.

Huh? Why’d you say that all of a sudden?

You’ve been working non-stop all day, right? Just keeping up with you is taking all I’ve got, but you make it look so easy. I just thought it was impressive.

You looked really cool today, Renga-kun.

Y-You think? I’m always like this, so I’ve never really paid attention, but... it’s kinda embarrassing when you put it that way...

I’m good with the stuff I’m used to or physical work. It’s just the things that make me use my brain that are kinda...

*Sigh*

(He’s really bad with quizzes, huh...)

Renga-kun, the recording is starting soon. Are you ready?

Mm...

(His mind’s been looking like it’s miles away from a while now... When that happens, I should—)

Here, Renga-kun. This is for you.

Huh? Black tea?

Yep. It’s a special blend, so I think it’ll help you relax.

Oh, thanks.

Is that the scent of roses...? Smells nice.

Oh, this is good...

(And this scent... It feels so comforting, and I can feel the tension leaving my shoulders...)

You’ll be just fine, Renga-kun! Believe in yourself!

T-Thanks, Chief. ...Alright, I’m off!

Listen to this, Chief! It’s amazing!

I did really well with the quiz! And the producer even praised me!

That’s great, Renga-kun! It’s all thanks to this ‘secret weapon’!

Secret weapon?

Look, this notebook. Your manager sent it to me.

‘Renga Nishizono Instruction Manual’...? What the heck is this?

Here, look, read this part.

“When Renga-san looks like his mind is elsewhere, his brain is actually working in overdrive. Find the right moment to give him the Nishizono family butler’s special tea blend. The rose scent also provides a relaxing effect.”...?

Wait, this is...

It has records of all your past jobs, your favorite foods, the kinds of alcohol you can’t handle, the genres you’re good at... There’s lots of other stuff written in here too.

He even noticed these kinds of tiny details...

.....

Chief, do you think we can stop somewhere on the way back?

What should we get him as a get-well gift? Maybe some Aquera and jelly?

Nah, let's go with Pocaru. Managir’s more of a Pocaru person than Aquera¹. And for jelly he likes citrus flavors.

Oh, I see.

(Renga-kun pays a lot of attention to his manager too, doesn’t he?)

«The get-well gifts just arrived via drone. Thank you so much for the gifts and your kindness today!»

Oh, don’t mention it! I didn’t do anything special.

«How was Renga-san today? He didn’t cause any trouble for you, did he, Hamasaki-san? Did the quiz show go alright?»

I told you it’d be fine! Jeez, you worry way too much. You even gave him that ‘special weapon’!

More importantly, how are you doing? Did your fever go down? Are you in any pain?

«Haha, now it sounds like I’m the one causing trouble. I’m alright. My fever is going down, and I think I’ll be back on my feet soon.»

Anyway, don’t worry about me. Just make sure you get some good sleep tonight.

Please take care.

You have such a wonderful relationship with your manager, Renga-kun.

Hm? Yeah, you’re right. We’ve known each other for a long time now, and—

My managir’s the real deal and the best managir there is!