EVENT STORY TRANSLATION: Special Edition: Concept Cafe Le Ciel - CHAPTER 3

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“Special Edition: Concept Cafe Le Ciel" - CHAPTER 3"

▋Kumon: So in addition to us three, we have Guy-san, Sakyo-san, and Sakuya-san lined up for the next "VELUDO" issue. right?
▋Guy: Yes. I'm quite interested in the concept of butler cafes, so I was allowed to participate as well.
▋Muku: Gosh, everyone here is going to look so fitting in butler suits!
▋Sakuya: But acting as a butler would still be pretty different without a script, right? I'm a little worried if I'll be able to properly wait tables…
▋Sakyo: Customer service involves all sorts of work, after all. And it's easy unexpected events to happen in the midst of your work, so your adlib skills are going to be important for this one.
▋Juza: That's what's troublin’ me. I gotta make sure I'll be still speaking respectfully even in impromptu.
▋Muku: It might be a challenge for me too… I mean, will I really be able to keep up the butler mannerisms even if something happens?
▋Izumi: (As I thought, everyone's a little worried over the fact that this job involves serving the guests too.)
▋Then how about we do this——

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▋Izumi: ——And so, I've requested the three members, who were previously worked as the bunny butlers, to come over!
▋Right. To get things started, can you guys tell us more about the store and the kind of customers that visit it?
▋Tsumugi: Of course. In terms of serving customers, the work is mostly the same as what we did Actor's Cafe: you'll just be taking the customers' orders and serving them their food.
▋Muku: Uhm, if I may ask… While serving the guests, is it going to be essential for us to act similarly to the animals we represent?
▋Kumon: Oh, like, if I'm playing a lion, do I gotta roar like one?
▋Muku: Yeah, that's what I meant to ask.
▋Homare: For our case, the dishes were already centered in the bunny theme, so there was no need for us to do such service back then.
▋Banri: 'Sides, tryin’ to act both like an animal and a butler at the same time might leave a weak impact. And the store wanted us to really push the butler side of the role, too, didn’t they?
▋Homare: Indeed. In general, as long as you can capture the speech and mannerisms of a butler, then you won't face any problems with acting the role.
▋Guy: So… Perhaps gestures like welcoming in the customers and seeing them off, as well as pouring their tea order for them, would be good to consider.
▋Tsumugi: Oh, and when you go to greet the customers, please make sure that you lead them to their tables as well.
▋Banri: Also, if y'see that the guests have finished their cup, ya gotta ask 'em if they'd be okay with you pouring their tea for them. And if the pot's empty, ask 'em if they'd like another order. Stuff like that.
▋Sakuya: I see! So we have to keep an eye on our guests too.
▋Banri: Oh, by the way, there'll be times when they'll be askin' for recommendations, so make sure you take note of 'em from the owner before opening hour.
▋Sakyo: Do they ask for tea recommendations?
▋Banri: They do ask about the tea, but I was asked ‘bout the dish recommendations, too. Pretty sure they've also asked 'bout tea pairings for their ordered dishes.
▋Juza: (I see. Can’t stand that I had to be taught by Settsu, but all that info's valuable to hear.)

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▋Izumi: Now then, let's try doing the tips that the three members just taught us. Let's get started on practice right away.
▋Muku & Sakuya: Alright!
▋Izumi: Next up, we'll have three of them, plus myself, playing as the customers of the store.
▋Since it was requested that we work on your improvisation skills, we'll be acting as some rather self-important guests for this exercise.
▋Let's split up who will serve who: Juza-kun and Muku-kun will be serving me. Guy-san for Tsumugi-san, Sakyo-san for Banri-kun… And finally, Sakuya-kun and Kumon-kun will be serving Homare-san.
▋Juza: Got it.
▋Izumi: Alright then. Let's start off with welcoming the customer.

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▋Juza: Your seat is this way, my lady.
▋Izumi: (Everyone did just fine with greeting and escorting. Now, time to act more demanding…)
▋Why do I have to be in this seat? Give me a different table!
▋Juza: …Uh. W-Which seat would you rather have?
▋Izumi: D-Don't ask me that!
▋Juza: My bad— I mean, my sincerest apologies.
▋(Dammit, I started talkin' in my usual manner as soon as I got stuck on an answer.)
▋Izumi: Then… You, over there. Guide me to another table now.
▋Muku: EH!? Ehhh, uhmm… Y-You'd like a different seat, yes? Please wait while I, uhm, make sure— Er, confirm the available seats, I mean…!
▋Izumi: (Not only do they take a long while to come up with a reply, the way they speak makes it appear like they have very little confidence in themselves. This part is going to be quite the task for these two…)

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▋Homare: Oh, it seems like my cup is already empty! Hurry and pour me another one!
▋Kumon: Yes! Let me pour you another serving right away!
▋Homare: Goodness!! You'll be getting dust everywhere if you scurry around like that!
▋Kumon: Ah. S-Sorry…!!
▋Sakuya: Oh, in that case, let me do it—
[BUMPS]
▋Sakuya & Kumon: Woah!?
▋Kumon: Ow ow ow… Sorry, Sakuya-san!
▋Sakuya: No, I'm sorry, too. Are you alright? I just thought I could give a helping hand…
▋Homare: Kumon-kun. Your reply and your movements were a bit too energetic, so your demeanor as a butler gets completely shattered.
▋As for Sakuya-kun… You become too fussed about the unexpected events that you forget to be aware of your surroundings, so it'd be good if you could compose yourself much better next time.
▋Sakuya & Kumon: Right!

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▋Sakyo: Young master, it would seem like you're feeling a little cold. Please feel free to use this lap blanket.
▋Banri: Hang on— This isn't my usual favorite lap blanket at all!!
▋Sakyo: This blanket here is actually a handmade blanket that your beloved fiancee so devotedly made.
▋Banri: Huh!? So this was made by… Ahem. Well now. It's quite the pleasant lap blanket then, isn't it?
▋Sakyo: I had thought the same, as well. I wish you a pleasant time relaxing, young master.
▋Banri: … Tch, couldn't break through his butler barrier at all. Booooring.
▋Tsumugi: I'd like some scones and whichever tea goes well with that.
▋Guy: Very well. I shall prepare some assam tea for you as well, then.
▋Tsumugi: Why with assam tea?
▋Guy: As these scones have some sweetness to them, the refined taste that comes with assam tea should leave you feeling refreshed when you pair it with these pastries.
▋Tsumugi: I see. You know your tea selections quite well.
▋Guy: You flatter me, sir.
▋Tsumugi: As expected of you, Guy-san; not only were you able to keep it together in your butler role, but you didn't have any other problems at all thanks to your ready-knowledge on food and tea.
▋Guy: Thank you. I'm already quite used to this kind of service, after all.

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▋Izumi: Let's wrap it up here for today. Banri-kun, Tsumugi-san, Homare-san, thanks again for all your help.
▋Homare: It is the least that we could do.
▋Banri: Ain’t no biggie.
▋Tsumugi: Please feel free to call us again if you need any more help.
▋Juza: Thanks.
▋Izumi: As for the others who'll be in the next VELUDO article photoshoot, each of you have your own parts that need to be worked on…
▋That's why we'll strengthen your improvisation even more by going out there and doing some Street Acts!

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