Arc-2 Ep-37

 When we stepped into the location bus, a female stylist and a makeup artist were already waiting inside, one of each.

“Hurry and change. We still have to do makeup.”

“Understood.” 

“Yes.”

What was handed to us wasn’t just the costumes; there were bras included as well.

“We have to change bras too?”

“Yes. This time the outfit exposes the shoulders and midriff.”

“That’s rather revealing…”

“Indeed… Change in the back.”

Following the stylist’s instructions, we moved to the very rear of the bus. That section was enclosed by blackout curtains for privacy.

Our managers were stationed outside, so there was no risk of peeping or hidden cameras.

“Let’s change quickly.”

“Right. Miho-san.”

In the narrow aisle of the bus, the super beautiful girl and I began changing side by side. I stole occasional glances at Miho-san as she changed beside me, and her slender limbs and flawless skin caught my eye. Her bust was officially listed as 80 cm, C-cup—not particularly large.

Her waist was sharply defined, emphasizing the contrast with her chest. Unfortunately, since she faced away from me while changing, I couldn’t see what I was most curious about.

Instead, the flawless expanse of her back filled my vision, dazzling me. As she began putting on a strapless bra, I hastily resumed changing myself. I wanted to see her remove her skirt as well, but restrained myself to avoid being noticed.

“Phew… Done changing?”

“Almost.”

“Then I’ll go first.”

“Yes.”

I stepped slightly toward the seats to make room for Miho-san in the back to pass. She wore a summer-perfect costume—shoulders and stomach exposed, short skirt—and lifted the blackout curtain as she moved toward the front of the bus.

(I have to hurry too.)

Grabbing the costume that mirrored Miho-san’s, I quickly changed.

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“…Sorry to keep you waiting.”

“Wow! Mikuri-chan looks amazing in that too~”

“Ah, thank you.”

When I emerged from the rear of the location bus, surrounded by blackout curtains, the stylist squealed in excitement. I thanked her and looked ahead; Miho-san was already having her makeup done in the frontmost seat.

“It’s supposed to be light makeup, so it’ll be quick. Just wait a little.”

“Understood.”

I took a random seat and listened to the chatter while waiting for her to finish.

“The concept is relaxed sisters, so barely any makeup at all… There, done!”

“…Wow, that really was fast.”

“Miho-chan is young, so she hardly needs any. Alright, next is Mikuri-chan.”

“Yes.”

I sat in the seat Miho-san had vacated, and the makeup artist approached with tools in both hands.

“…Mikuri-chan barely needs any either~”

Well, that’s thanks to my naturally flawless skin.

Though it’s true I also put in effort to maintain it.

Back when I was a guy in my previous life, I never cared about such things, so at first it felt incredibly bothersome. Now it had become a habit, which I found amusing.

“…There, all done!”

“Phew. Thank you very much.”

“Then good luck with the shoot, both of you.”

“Yes.”

“We’re off then.”

Once prepared, Miho-san and I thanked them and stepped outside the location bus.

“…It’s not as cold as I expected.”

“But considering the outfits, if the weather worsens or it gets late…”

“True. Let’s do our best to finish smoothly this time too.”

“Yes.”

Seeing our managers approaching, we headed toward the shooting location. We needed to finish while the sun was still high and escape these skimpy summer outfits.

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“Sorry to keep you waiting.”

“Director, we’re ready.”

“Oh, you’re both here. Alright, let’s start shooting immediately.”

By the time we arrived at the set, preparations were complete, and the commercial shoot began without delay. The number of onlookers steadily increased, so they likely wanted to wrap up quickly.

“So cute!”

“Those outfits are kinda sexy.”

“Miho-chaaan!”

“Mikuri~~n!”

Shouts and cheers came from the spectators. Since the cast was just Miho-san and me, many of the onlookers were naturally young men.

“No filming allowed~~!! When the staff gives the signal, please be quiet~~!!”

A large young male staff member shouted at the crowd. Outdoor shoots always had these challenges, I thought, paying attention to the director’s instructions.

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There were no issues during filming itself. The commercial lasted only fifteen to thirty seconds. With almost no lines, my “god-cheat” abilities were practically overkill.

“Okay~~ that’s a wrap! Shooting is over.”

“Good work, you two.”

“Thank you for your hard work, director.”

“Good work.”

“Well, it wasn’t long enough to be really tiring.”

Neither Miho-san nor I made mistakes, so the shoot went smoothly. Thanks to that, even in April wearing light clothing, it never felt cold.

“Then feel free to go change.”

“Understood.”

“Yes, we’ll go change.”

“Yeah, looking forward to working with you again if the opportunity arises.”

With those words, the director turned his attention to Taneyama-san and Miho-san’s manager. We were about to return to the location bus to change when someone called out.

“…Good work, both of you.”

“Ah, yes. Good work.”

“Good work today. How did you find the shoot?”

It was the client for this commercial. As usual, he grinned broadly while letting his gaze wander over our exposed skin. Honestly, it made me feel slightly uncomfortable, but I kept a polite smile.

Miho-san beside me also smiled gracefully while responding to him.

“It turned out great. This commercial is sure to be the talk of the town again.”

“I’d be happy if that happens. Right, Mikuri-chan?”

“Yes. I hope it’s well received.”

“No, no—with you two in it, it’s guaranteed to be a hit.”

The middle-aged client seemed overjoyed simply to talk with two beautiful girls and could not stop chattering. I was hoping he would finish soon when a ringtone-like sound came from him, as if on cue.

“So anyway… Ah, excuse me for a moment… Hello—”

His rapid-fire talk was interrupted. He stepped aside, and Miho-san moved slightly too. Noticing this, we exchanged brief wry smiles as his call wrapped up.

“—Got it. I’ll contact them and head back immediately… Anything else? …Alright. Call me if something comes up. Bye.”

After ending the call with a slightly stern expression, the client returned to us with a smile.

“Sorry about that. I have to return to headquarters suddenly.”

“Yes.”

“Understood.”

“Next time I’d love to chat somewhere else. Well then, looking forward to working with you again.”

Perhaps in a hurry, he quickly ended the greetings, and the PR department head walked away. Finally free, Miho-san and I let out simultaneous sighs, looked at each other, and laughed.

“Hehe.”

“Haha… Miho-san, shall we go change?”

“Yes. We’re a bit behind schedule, so let’s hurry.”

We signaled to our managers, who were speaking with the director, and the two of us started walking toward the location bus in the parking area.

I’d have to report the conversation with the client to Taneyama-san later. It sounded like there might be more work coming.