Staff
Welcome~!

Shizuka
(...Yes. As expected of a shoe specialty store. The selection is good, and it seems I can try them on freely)

Shizuka
(Let's see...lightweight with a good fit. Easy to maintain, and cute to Kokona's taste would be...)

Shizuka
(...These ones are similar to Kokona's current practice shoes. They're lightweight and easy to wash properly.)

Shizuka
(The feel when trying them on is...not bad. I'll have to bring Kokona later to try them.)

Shizuka
(Now about the price-)

Shizuka
Wow, that's quite...!

Shizuka
(...I understand why Kokona hasn't replaced hers. Even without being custom made, good shoes are expensive...)

Shizuka
(This is bad, I've already spent money on textbooks and theatre tickets, so this might be tough. Should I ask Kokona to be patient a while longer?)

Shizuka
(But what if she slips and falls because of her old shoes? If I can buy Kokona's safety with money, it's a small price to pay.)

Shizuka
(But this price is really...)

Shizuka
Haah, you can't clap with one hand...if Kokona had a Sense, she wouldn't have to worry about this...

Xue
Hm? You're alone today. That's unusual.

Shizuka
Eh...? What are you doing here?

Xue
Huh? Obviously I came to buy shoes. My brother asked me to get him Japanese trainers.

Xue
Look, they're for children but they cost the same as adult shoes? He'll outgrow them quickly, so the cost performance is terrible. Such a luxury...

Shizuka
But you're still buying them...

Xue
Well, it's his once a year birthday. There's a time and place to spend money.

Shizuka
......

Xue
So, have you decided?

Shizuka
...I found something nice. But it's a bit out of my price range right now...

Xue
Oh, you don't have enough money? Then just get a part time job and buy them outright.

Shizuka
That would be nice, but...do you think someone would hire me? I don't have any part time work experience, and also-

Xue
What do you say when a customer arrives? If they pay with a 1000 yen bill for a 798 yen item?

Shizuka
Huh? "Welcome!" And 202 yen in change.

Xue
What if you don't understand what a customer is asking?

Shizuka
Ask someone who knows better? I mean, why? These are such obvious things.

Xue
Don't worry, if you understand that much, you can work. There are people who can't even do these obvious things properly.

Shizuka
It's not that simple...

Xue
Work and earn money. It is that simple. So, is there any part time job you want to do?

Shizuka
A job I want to do...

Shopping District People
Welcome~! We're having a campaign~! I've come to deliver your packages~!

Shizuka
...Do you think I could work like everyone in town? I can't imagine myself working part time...

Xue
It's just a matter of getting used to it. If you're going to work, choose a job that uses your skills. It's easier to work when you're confident in your abilities. That's the golden rule of part time jobs.

Shizuka
You really know your stuff...

Xue
Hmph, I don't wear three pairs of straw sandals for nothing. You may call me Master Wang.

Xue
You seem like you'd be good with people, so stick with customer service. You can learn the job eventually, but good manners don't come quickly.

Xue
Oh. Sorry, a call from my workplace. Hello-?

Shizuka
(...I see, customer service. I can't imagine myself working, but a job interacting with people could help with acting and be a learning experience.)

Xue
-I'm free on the weekend...you need help? Well, I might be able to find one person...understood.

Xue
...Good grief. What a troublesome workplace. Be grateful for my existence, manager.

Shizuka
Is everything okay?

Xue
Yeah, good news. I found the perfect part time job for you! Wedding venue staff. If you want to work, I can refer you.

Shizuka
R-really? That's very kind, but...what kind of work is it? Could I really do it?

Xue
You'll work behind the scenes at weddings. Guiding guests, carrying food, showering the bride and groom with flower petals as they walk down the aisle.

Xue
All kinds of people come, so there's some hassle, but we can leave that to the manager and just keep smiling.

Shizuka
Oh, that sounds fun...

Xue
Yes, it's incredibly fun! You're lucky! Plus, if I refer you, I'll get a bonus-

Xue
-Ahem. What I mean is, if you work there, it'll be fun for me too. And since you're an actor from Sirius, they'll feel reassured hiring you.

Shizuka
......

Xue
So, what do you think? Are you interested in working? If you have concerns, ask me now-

Shizuka
Hey, do I need to practice before the day? What about clothes for the day, or should I bring gifts to the workplace!?

Xue
That's what you're worried about? There's a limit to being clueless about the world... Well, fine, I'll teach you everything. Leave it to Master Wang.

Shizuka
Thank you, please do! Master Wang! Now I can buy shoes for Kokona...!

Xue
They weren't even for yourself!? Why would you spend your own money on someone else's shoes-

Shizuka
Wait just a little longer, Kokona. I'll work hard! As your best partner...!

Xue
-Those are determined eyes, burning with part time job passion. Well, I'll take care of you with the referral bonus I'll get. Kukuku...