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Shortly after the break was announced, Nariko and Debbie arrived with the malfunction resolved, it appears this is somehow a common occurrence to Debbie and she’s always packing a backup for cases like this. Nariko can’t act too confident now, not only because the score is tied, but also to prevent this incident from happening again. With more time to prepare, you all helped your OG hobo with ideas for inspiration, with yours clicking the best out of any (the Female Villains from her dramas)! It’s quite terrifying seeing her effectively practicing so many different laughs, your cute hobo has a knack for evil…
Time’s up! The Receptionist calls you all to the battlefield, the last round is about to begin, and confidence is high in the Bluesberries corner. The same can be said from the Vortexia camp, but this is a Smug-Off, you’re supposed to be confident no matter the odds.
“No need for me to tell you that you have to laugh, right? Be loud, dastardly, and last as long as you can, stamina is a must.” The Referee gives the criteria. “Snip-Snap started the Heckle Match, so off you go, Clutz.”
“D-Don’t refer to me that way.” Nariko doesn’t like her nickname. You agree, she’ll always be Mooriko to you.
“Referee, she’s messing with my tempo. Hand her one of those yellow cards.” Clutz pretends to know the rules beyond the fact that they are made up on the spot.
“How about if she interrupts again she’s disqualified?” The Receptionist grins.
“Sounds acceptable.” Vortexia takes a deep breath. “Give me the signal, referee.”
“On your marks, go!” The Chaotic Receptionist gives the signal.
“<span class="mu-i">...IHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHO~~~!</span>” The most perfect villain-esque laugh comes out of Vortexia. You can feel she’s laughing at how miserable your life is, even if it’s not at all! She really made you feel like a pathetic simpleton! This won’t be an easy match.
“W-Woah…” Even the receptionist is impressed, this wisecrack is speechless.
“Terrifying, reminds me of my mother.” Debbie has a sad memory returning.
“M-Mine t-too…” Ajna is sad too. Oh god, your entire team is full of terrible mothers! Except Holly Gram!
“If she snorted, it’d be somewhat like mine? I think?” You say to not be ostracized.
“Your turn, Snip-Snap, show us what you got!” The referee gives Nariko the signal.
“<span class="mu-i">……...OHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHO~~~!</span>” Nariko matches the intensity of her opponent’s showing! It doesn’t create the same results as with the others, because you can’t have bad feelings about someone you hold dear’s laugh no matter what! That aside, it’s an amazing showing!
