Andromeda Shiori Yumeoji/Bond Story

Princess of Aethiopia, sacrificed to placate the gods angered at her mother Cassiopeia's conceit. Saved by Perseus, she marries him and becomes the ancestor of the Persians. From "Andromeda's Love."

Andromeda's Sorrow

Girl:

I understand. Let's try with that portrayal first. Thank you for your time.

Shiori:

Not at all, I'm sorry for not being able to express myself clearly. Thank you.

Shiori:

*sigh*

Yachiyo:

Shiiiori. Who were you talking to?

Shiori:

Oh, hello, Yachiyo-senpai. The scriptwriter for "Andromeda's Love".

Shiori:

They came to ask me about my image for the interaction between the main character, Andromeda, and her lover, Perseus.

Yachiyo:

Ah, it's the same style this time too. For "The Epic of Perseus", Akira-senpai also gave suggestions on the script and performance.

Shiori:

Yes. So it would've been great if I had provided a lot of suggestions...

Yachiyo:

Heh heh, that sorrowful expression is exactly like a painting of Andromeda.

Shiori:

Yachiyo-senpai, stop making fun of me.

Yachiyo:

I'm telling the truth. Anyway, let's go to the student council room first. You can ask your reliable seniors for advice.

Akira:

............

Yachiyo:

Hello. Oh, Akira-senpai, you're here already.

Shiori:

Hello, Yukishiro-senpai.

Akira:

...Shiori, did something happen?

Shiori:

Huh...!

Akira:

I can tell by your tone of voice. What's gotten you so down?

Shiori:

Oh, yes, well...

Shiori:

Actually, the scriptwriter for "Andromeda's Love" was asking me for my image and direction for each scene earlier...

Akira:

I see, probably because it's another play with an Edel as lead. So they want to include as much of your suggestions as possible.

Shiori:

Yes, it seems to be the same style. Just like you, I also tried to communicate my view of Andromeda and suggestions towards the play, but...

Akira:

Was there a problem?

Shiori:

I couldn't put it into words well. Like, I haven't wrapped my head around the role yet and I haven't even fully grasped it to begin with...

Yachiyo:

Oh, I see.

Shiori:

I feel honored to be chosen to be the lead for a play that's linked to one that you were the lead for. I intend to follow through while bearing the full responsibility, but...

Yachiyo:

Hm, you might be putting too much pressure on yourself. You've been staring at Andromeda reference materials all the time recently, both in the dorm and at school.

Shiori:

...! How did you know...?!

Yachiyo:

Akira-senpai, do you have any advice for Shiori?

Akira:

...There's no need. Both Michiru and I believe in Shiori and that's why she was chosen to be the lead.

Shiori:

......!

Akira:

First, just try it with however you feel is right.

Shiori:

Yes! I'll think about it once more and talk to them again!

Yachiyo:

Shiori's been racking her brains.

Akira:

That's how a lead should be.

Yachiyo:

I can't wait to see the Andromeda that Shiori will bring. Both the end result and the journey.

Akira:

............

Outline Gained through Love

Shiori:

............

Shiori:

All the books describe Andromeda as pure and modest. Is it because she took on the punishment for her mother's sin?

Shiori:

Andromeda, daughter of the beautiful Cassiopeia and the tragic heroine who was chained to a rock as sacrifice...

Shiori:

Her helpless, brave figure waiting to be saved by a hero and the classic story – the symbol of a weak and docile person who needs saving...

Shiori:

Then how about portraying the opposite on purpose? But if I do something so groundless...

Shiori:

A charming Andromeda that belongs to this play...

Shiori:

*yawn*

Yachiyo:

Shiori, did you not get enough sleep? You've been yawning a lot.

Shiori:

Oh, I'm sorry! I was reading reference materials and ended up sleeping a little late... But I'm fine.

Yachiyo:

Even if you should be working hard, you shouldn't push yourself too hard.

Akira:

I'm back.

Yachiyo:

Welcome back. Wait, why do you have so many spices with you?

Akira:

I'm stocking up. This should tide me over for a while.

Yachiyo:

You said the same thing not too long ago. Have you already used up what you bought last time?

Akira:

Correct.

Yachiyo:

Your passion towards spices is on the same level as love, I'm telling you.

Shiori:

Love...!

Akira:

...?

Shiori:

The kind of person that Yukishiro-senpai would love, what kind of person are they?!

Akira:

...?! Why, all of a sudden?

Shiori:

Ah, no! The type of person that Perseus, Yukishiro-senpai's role, loves... Or I mean, uh...

Yachiyo:

Shiori, calm down. Here, have some water.

Shiori:

Y-Yes! *gulp* Ahh!

Akira:

Is this about the Andromeda whom my Perseus from "The Epic of Perseus" falls for?

Shiori:

T-That's right...!

Yachiyo:

My, how did you know?

Shiori:

Since "Andromeda's Love" is connected to "The Epic of Perseus", Yukishiro-senpai's Perseus will be appearing on stage again.

Shiori:

In which case, Andromeda should match Yukishiro-senpai's Perseus... And have an endearing personality.

Akira:

Hm... So you're using my opinion as Perseus for your role preparations.

Shiori:

Yes! Will you help me? Please allow me, the stage girl who is playing Andromeda, to interview you, who played Perseus!

Akira:

I see.

Yachiyo:

So not the usual interview done in-character, but to share Akira-senpai's view on Perseus.

Akira:

Sure, you can ask me any questions you want.

Shiori:

Thank you very much!

"Andromeda's Love"

Akira:

(Perseus)
"A horrifying whale is coming close! My beautiful lady, why are you chained?!"

Shiori:

(Andromeda)
"You mustn't come here, I'm—"

Yachiyo:

(Cassiopeia)
"Oh, our savior! I beg of you... Please save my daughter, Andromeda!"

Yachiyo:

(Cassiopeia)
"I'm the one who have sinned! It is all because I said my daughter and I are more beautiful than the Nereids...!"

Akira:

(Perseus)
"I see, which led to Poseidon, the Nereids' father, sending this sea monster."

Akira:

(Perseus)
"Those who acknowledge their sin should be given the chance to atone. I shall take down that sea monster."

Shiori:

(Andromeda)
"But that's..."

Yachiyo:

(Cassiopeia)
"How reliable! Thank you so very much!"

Shiori:

(Andromeda)
"No, I don't need saving."

Akira:

(Perseus)
"What...?"

Shiori:

(Andromeda)
"You who have appeared here like a gust of wind – I cannot put you in danger! If anything were to happen to you..."

Shiori:

(Andromeda)
"If you still insist on saving me, then I will take my own life!"

Akira:

(Perseus)
"How noble... But I want you to look at me."

Akira:

(Perseus)
"If I am a gust of wind that moves around freely, then how could I leave you behind, chained?"

Shiori:

(Andromeda)
"...!"

Akira:

(Perseus)
"My noble princess. Allow me to take your hand and free you from this tragic fate of chains"

Akira:

(Perseus)
"Please live on together with me...!"

Shiori:

(Andromeda)
"...!"

Shiori:

(Andromeda)
"I understand. But I cannot allow you to take risks. Let's search for it together – our best path...!"

Shiori:

Thank you very much. Please excuse me.

*click*

Shiori:

*sigh*

Yachiyo:

Shiori♪ The scriptwriter showered you with praise.

Shiori:

I didn't think they'd like it that much... I'm so happy.

Yachiyo:

It was a little worrisome, but looks like it's turned out well. Even though it's based off of a myth, your Andromeda isn't just an inconsequential princess, but one with her own identity...

Yachiyo:

It came across perfectly with your acting.

Shiori:

Thank you very much...!

Akira:

Shiori. I was able to deepen my role as Perseus all because of your Andromeda.

Akira:

You've fulfilled your duty as the lead for the sequel.

Shiori:

......!

Shiori:

It's all thanks to you sitting through the long interview with me! Thank you so much!

Yachiyo:

Now that you mention it, I'm very curious about Akira-senpai's ideal heroine.

Akira:

It's strictly my Perseus' ideal heroine.

Yachiyo:

Strong self-sacrificing tendencies and intelligent. You can tell with a glance that she tends to worry too much... But also different from a princess who simply waits to be saved.

Yachiyo:

...Isn't that just Shiori?

Shiori:

Huh... What?!

Akira:

Yachiyo.

Yachiyo:

Oops, slip of the tongue. It's only because Shiori asked what kind of person you love.

Shiori:

P-Please just forget about that!

Shiori:

Yachiyo-senpai said I looked like Andromeda's painting. It's too much of an exaggeration even for a joke.

Shiori:

Andromeda will be Perseus' wife, so I asked Yukishiro-senpai a lot of questions since she's played Perseus before.

Shiori:

She answered every question with no hesitations. I was surprised to see how deeply she understood Perseus for her role.

Shiori:

When Yukishiro-senpai talked about Perseus' love for Andromeda, it felt like she was actually in love... I was really inspired by her understanding of her role and expressiveness.

Andromeda Shiori Yumeoji/Bond Story

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