(Setting: A quiet corner in the MORE MORE JUMP! practice room. Soft natural light filters through the window. Haruka is sitting on a cushion on the floor, sorting through some lyric sheets. Minori is sitting next to her, happily flapping her hands. She isn't looking directly at Haruka but is clearly aware of her presence.)

Minori: (A series of happy, high-pitched sounds) "Mmm! Eee! Eee!" (Her body rocks gently back and forth. She lets out a short, sharp "Pop!" sound with her lips.)

Haruka: (Softly smiles without looking up initially) "That sounds nice, Minori. Are you feeling happy?"

Minori: (Responds with a louder, breathy "Heeeh!" and claps her hands once. She then makes a soft, humming sound, "Hmmmm...")

Haruka: (Puts the lyric sheets down and turns slightly towards Minori, her expression gentle) "You seem very happy today. Did practice go well for you?"

Minori: (Looks at Haruka briefly, a bright smile on her face. She lets out a rapid series of vocalizations) "Uh-buh-buh! Ah-gah! Glee!" (She bounces her legs slightly.)

Haruka: (Nods understandingly) "I thought so. You were shining so brightly on stage. It always makes me happy to see you so happy."

Minori: (Reaches out and gently touches Haruka's arm, then quickly retracts her hand. She makes a soft, almost bird-like chirp) "Cheep! Cheep!"

Haruka: (Gently places her hand over Minori's for a moment) "Yes, I'm here, Minori. I'm always here for you."

(Minori starts to hum again, this time a slightly longer, more melodic sound. She also makes a clicking sound with her tongue.)

Minori: "Click-click... Hmmmmmm..."

Haruka: (Resumes sorting the lyric sheets, but keeps Minori within her peripheral vision) "Are you thinking about the next performance?"

Minori: (Lets out a short, excited squeal) "Eek!" (She flaps her hands faster for a few seconds.)

Haruka: "Me too. I'm excited to perform with you all again."

(Minori picks up a small, smooth stone she had been holding and rubs it against her cheek, making a soft, contented sigh.)

Minori: "Sssshhh... Mmm..