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Summary:

kaaaaaaa 😇
[offkae]: freodore huh…
kaaaaaaa 😇
[offkae]: the more i look at the profile the more i (bites my hands off GRR GRRRRR)
kaaaaaaa 😇
[offkae]: c’mon, he’s just a totally normal guy
kaaaaaaa 😇
[offkae]: who’s moots with everyone cool on this earth. yepyep we’ll get along great

Or: A collection of messages and notes during the final week of By the Beat's grand opening.

Notes:

Before reading, please make sure Show Creator’s Style is activated, otherwise the formatting may break! This fic features a lot of texting in the form of tweets, discord messages, etc, that are intended to work with CSS. Your reading experience may differ drastically if this setting is off. I believe most of this fic is readable on mobile, but please excuse any wonkiness if it breaks on your phone (I did my best 😭)

General disclaimer that the character’s I’ve written do not represent actual livers / people. Please consider what I’ve written as something akin to original characters heavily inspired by BTB. I’d like to keep them distinct in my mind and emphasize that I'm writing fiction, inspired by the characters presented on the screen. Thank you!

Dedicated to Quire, my best friend and beta reader, who’s main note for the first edit was that this needed to be longer (he was right!!). He’s also the reason I even got around to finishing this, because I had wanted to put it away for awhile now, never to be posted. Also, he let me use some of his art for icons here! Specifically, all of BTB’s discord icons were illustrated by him, of which you can find on his Twitter account kaesstudies!

Shoutout to Ginger, who we have dragged into BTB hell alongside us (and helped with some punny usernames), and Eevee, who had to sit through multiple hours of word vomit from me about these vtubers. Love you guys!

Chapter 1: One Week Away

Chapter Text




Follow

By The Beat

@BTBOfficial

Local live-house in the 2434 area! We hope to sweep you off your feet
⭐💘 True to the heart ⭐💘
bythebeat.co.jp

2434 Way, 2434 City

Joined January XXXX

900 Following    9,243 Followers

Tweet

By The Beat
@BTBOfficial

☾✧ Only 1 week away from the grand opening ! !

You’re invited as a special guest 🎉🥳 Come visit our location for a speciality spirits menu, live music, and a great vibe ⭐

See more information below 👇👇👇

9:20 AM · 7 December


10 Retweets 300 Likes




<333 @littlemouse11 · 5m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial
OMG so ecited!

Replies: 1 Likes: 2



💙 Seible 💙 @Seible · 2m ago

Replying to @littlemouse11
Thank you~! We’re working very hard to meet your expectations!

Replies: 1 Likes: 204

<333 @littlemouse11 · 1m ago

Replying to @Seible


anything for u seible!! OMGG i need to pin this



NA @mirrorforged · 6m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial
Where is the location?

Replies: 1 Likes: 1



By The Beat @BTBOffical · 5m ago

Replying to @mirrorforged
2434 Way ! ! ヾ(≧▽≦*)o Our doors will open at 8pm~ hope to see you there

Replies: 1 Likes: 30


NA @mirrorforged · 2m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


Hm that’s kinda close…@hauntedmelo




LaL @sweettoothie · 2m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial
who’s even gonna go? its a rundown building

Replies: 1 Likes:1



Rui @imoshe · 1m ago

Replying to @sweettoothie
Where did you hear that from?

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LaL @sweettoothie · 1m ago

Replying to @imoshe


i’ll dm, but the owner doesn’t have much backing rn


Follow

💙 Seible 💙

@Seible

No.1 promoter for By The Beat! Opening only one week away! 🎉
bythebeat.co.jp
seible.co.jp

💎

Joined January XXXX

1K Following    17K Followers

Tweet

💙 Seible 💙
@Seible

Good morning! ♪~(´ε` ) stop! scrolling! By The Beat is being prompted by yours truly~ You’ll be there right? Don’t make me sad (┳Д┳);;;

9:30 AM · 7 December


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no.1 fan 💎 @UnSteible · 4m ago

Replying to @Seible


I’ll always be there for u seible! its us against the world!!!!

Likes: 1


Lucky @aesop.s.eibles · 3m ago

Replying to @Seible


don’t cry don’t cry! i’m here, i’ll protect you seible-chan >A< ;A;~

Likes: 2


<333 @littlemouse11 · 2m ago

Replying to @Seible


if seible cries i wont forgive myself...



Follow

(⊙_⊙;)

@seiibeato

shhh

Joined January XXXX

900 Following    10 Followers

Tweet

(⊙_⊙;)
@seiibeato

(¬、¬) …..

9:37 AM · 7 December








(⊙_⊙;) @seiibeato · 1m ago

wonder where those comments came from hmhmhm~ no clue at all

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BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

kaelix Today at 10:01 AM

so as i was saying before i was

(rudely)

interrupted

i think getting off on a high note would be good

like picture this

the lights are low, the tension is building

nice and slow

all eyes on the stage

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:01 AM

We really need to work on your phrasing

kaelixToday at 10:02 AM

oh

my

GOD

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:02 AM

: )

kaelixToday at 10:02 AM

ginjoka

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:03 AM

Yes sir

kaelixToday at 10:03 AM

have you considered

if you weren’t a total pervert

you could see that i’m trying to have a

NORMAL CONVERSATION

anyway!

the lights suddenly go on, and BAM

first solo

am i right or am i right?

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:03 AM

You definitely wrote words there, darling

kaelixToday at 10:04 AM

im just trying to think of who should be the opening number!!!!!

not to brag or anything, but i think i’d capture everyone’s hearts with my amazing performance

and dashing smile

:3

total stunner

SeibleToday at 10:08 AM

Wow~ so all this was just a pitch for your services </3

kaelix Today at 10:09 AM

it’s not JUST a pitch

but yeah a bit!

1 i don’t get nervous on stage! THIS super amazing awesome talent ALWAYS pays off

2 i’m great at improv so even if the sound dies or the lights go out or everything goes wrong, i’ll still keep talking! (peer reviewed citation)

3 once i got the words mixed up to the song i was supposed to sing and im so traumatized by that experience that it never happened to me again

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:10 AM

I don’t mind. If Kaelix wants to get us off on stage first, I support it

SeibleToday at 10:10 AM

LOL~

kaelix Today at 10:10 AM

i'm blocking you

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:11 AM

Lol

Seible how does that order sound?

SeibleToday at 10:12 AM

Hm~ okaaay but like hear me out

I’m also cute and talented and handsome aren’t I?

I’d capture the crowd in just a wink

><

kaelix Today at 10:12 AM

oh if you wanna go first go for it!

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:13 AM

But?

kaelix Today at 10:13 AM

no buts!

i mean it!

what about you zeal? did you want to perform at all?

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:13 AM

Yeah, but it doesn’t have to be on opening night. Things might get too hectic.

SeibleToday at 10:14 AM

Aw~ but it’s important to get your face out there so the fans see you. If they don’t recognize you on the street, then I’m not doing my job right!

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:15 AM

Haha

kaelix Today at 10:15 AM

yeah !! it’s our live house, we can do whatever we want!

within reason of course

actually i think you need to tone it down

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:15 AM

I’ll close it out then. End on a high note

kaelix Today at 10:15 AM

psssshhh spoken like a cool guy!

you’re SO excited! i can feel it

it’s vibrating through the screen

SeibleToday at 10:16 AM

That’s not the only thing vibrating !!

kaelix Today at 10:16 AM

WHAT

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:16 AM

LOL

SeibleToday at 10:17 AM

Omg i’m so sorry guys, my keyboard auto correct glitched ><!!

kaelix Today at 10:17 AM

YEAH RIGHT

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:17 AM

Never change Seible

SeibleToday at 10:18 AM

I don’t know what you guys are talking about! I’m an innocent man!

kaelix Today at 10:19 AM

LIES! LIES AND FALSEHOODS!

okok so

seible first

me after

then zeal

SeibleToday at 10:20 AM

Lets keep it super wishy washy~ you never know who might join us later

Speaking of, K-chan, did you set up those moodboards yet? =3=

kaelix Today at 10:20 AM

uh

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:21 AM

Uhoh

kaelix Today at 10:21 AM

DONT UHOH ME ITS FINE

i started

i swear

cross my heart!!!!!!!!!!

SeibleToday at 10:22 AM

K-chan… If I catch you lying, you know it’ll be bad right? I might forgive you, but I can’t let it go without a proper punishment

kaelix Today at 10:22 AM

AAAAAAAAAAA

I KNOW!!!!

i’m sorry i took so long

SeibleToday at 10:23 AM

It’s okay it's okay~ Nooo problem, no problem. I know it's not your strong suit

kaelix Today at 10:23 AM

yea but i’m still giving it my best shot!

you both already have a lot on your plates

it’s the least i could do!!

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:24 AM

Don’t stress too much about it. We don’t measure worth based on the amount of work done here anyway. It gets done when it gets done.

kaelix Today at 10:24 AM

well…

SeibleToday at 10:25 AM

Ya it’s fine K-chan~

kaelix Today at 10:25 AM

i’ll work harder i promise!!

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:27 AM

Not too hard now, or you’ll bust.

SeibleToday at 10:28 AM

kaelix Today at 10:28 AM

give me a break

Zeal GinjokaToday at 10:29 AM

Hey it wasn’t my fault this time! It’s all on our number 1 promoter.

SeibleToday at 10:29 AM

No wayyy~

Message BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

Chat with:      Furi-chan 🦔

Today

Hi Seible. I wanted to let you know that I’ve finished the final outstanding commission on my end. I can now fully commit to this project.

Sorry for the sudden notice.

Sent by Freodore at 10:30 AM

Yay! That means I can officially invite you onto the team!

Let’s hold hands in celebration

Are you sure? The timing is pretty tight, and I wouldn’t want to be an obstacle due to onboarding.

Sent by Freodore at 10:40 AM

Ehhhh what do you mean?

You’ve been helping advise the direction of the live-house this whole time anyway~ I’m still using the business card designs

I’ll invite you into our group chat ❤️

Sent by you at 10:50 AM · Seen

Sure. I look forward to meeting everyone.

Sent by Freodore at 10:54 AM

BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

SeibleToday at 11:01 AM

Heyoooo good morning everynyan! (〃▽〃) the paperwork is finally done

kaelix Today at 11:01 AM

no paperwork!!!!! yippie!

SeibleToday at 11:03 AM

Yippie!!!!!~~

Zeal GinjokaToday at 11:06 AM

Oh great! Does that mean the new hire is finalized?

kaelix Today at 11:06 AM

huh?

SeibleToday at 11:10 AM

yEESSsir! ^^)/╰( ⊹o⊹)╮

Seible added Freodore to the group Today at 11:11 AM

SeibleToday at 11:11 AM

Everyone, meet Freo ! !

NEW MESSAGE

FreodoreToday at 11:12 AM

Hello

Message BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆


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Freo. || @Studio Work

@freodore

Freelance designer. Personal commissions closed.
lit.link/freodore

████

Joined Feburary XXXX

243 Following    100K Followers

Tweet

Freo. || @Studio Work
@freodore

Please feel free to check out my work.

A picture of a promotional graphic on a glittery, blue background. Text in the middle reads 'Quirefeast'.

A picture of a promotional graphic on a dark background and orange stars. Text in the middle reads 'By the Beat'.

A picture of a promotional graphic on a dark background with teal accents. Text in the middle reads 'miimibun'.

A picture of a promotional graphic on a glittery, blue background. Text in the middle reads 'Seible'.

4:23 PM · 11 June


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Follow

kaaaaaaa 😇

@offkae

⏸️⏪▶️

Joined September XXXX

40 Following    3 Followers

Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

oh he’s PROFESSIONAL professional

11:14 AM · 7 December







BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

kaelix Today at 11:22 AM

its really nice to meet you! i’m kaelix

FreodoreToday at 11:27 AM

Likewise. I look forward to working with you all. Seible has spoken of you in the past, and I believe some of my work is still being used for the branding here. Please feel free to call me Freo.

Zeal GinjokaToday at 11:32 AM

It’s good to meet you, Freo. Welcome aboard.

Things are getting a teeny bit hectic due to the opening, but I’ll be around to help with the adjustment and to give you a keycard. You might see me popping in and out of the bar area like a chicken with its head cut off haha.

Seible are you still there?

Zeal GinjokaToday at 12:00 PM

Guess not.

kaelix Today at 12:00 PM

haha did he fall asleep??

Zeal GinjokaToday at 12:03 PM

You say that, but you’re gonna nap after this conversation aren’t you?

kaelix Today at 12:03 PM

what! no way!!!!!!!

Zeal GinjokaToday at 12:06 PM

:3c

So Freo, come stop by the live house when you have the time. If Seible hasn’t shown you around, I’ll be happy to do the honors. Our home may be humble, but it’s nothing to sneeze at either.

FreodoreToday at 12:17 PM

Thank you. I’ll head over soon with some of my at home equipment for testing on the stage.

Zeal GinjokaToday at 12:18 PM

Very spirited. I like you already.

FreodoreToday at 12:20 PM

Message BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

Chat with:      ginjoka 🙄

Today

so.........

mister zeal ginjoka

my good buddy and pal

can you let me in on

what’s going on??

Oh? And here I thought you didn’t care to be involved with the business aspect of the business!

Sent by Zeal at 12:21 PM

that’s not what i said!

what’s the new guy gonna do?

like

what’s his role?

why did we bring another person on?? its not a bad thing but i thought we kinda already had everything decided on and what you and seible were gonna do for the live-house

and suddenly bam

new person!

new job!

that’s all i wanted to know!

not that the reason matters! i’m not against it

Sure you are… I feel it through the screen right now.

Sent by Zeal at 12:24 PM

i’m serious………………

Sent by you at 12:24 PM · Seen

Haha I know. It was just too cute to let you off without giving you a bit of a hard time.

👎 1

Sent by Zeal at 12:25 PM

Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

TTTTTTTTTTTTT

12:25 PM · 7 December







Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

i can’t believe this

12:26 PM · 7 December







Chat with:      ginjoka 🙄

Today

this guy 😮‍💨😒

Freo’s set to be our designer. It’s very short notice, but you know how Seible is. I believe he’s helped us on and off behind the scenes for promoting assets, so that’s likely why.

Sent by Zeal at 12:27 PM

sooooooo last min

i get it though

well, if it’s seible, then he knows what he’s doing

i hope??

okay thank you zeal

🙌

No problem, superstar

Sent by Zeal at 12:28 PM

????????????????

what are you saying to me rn

Sent by you at 12:29 PM · Seen

no way you’re leaving me on read

Sent by you at 12:30 PM · Seen

😭

Sent by you at 12:31 PM · Seen

Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

THIS GUY

12:31 PM · 7 December







Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

freodore huh...

12:31 PM · 7 December







Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

the more i look at the profile the more i (bites my hands off GRR GRRRRR)

12:31 PM · 7 December







Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

c’mon, he’s just a totally normal guy

12:32 PM · 7 December







Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

who’s mutuals with everyone cool on this earth. yepyep we’ll get along great

12:32 PM · 7 December







BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

kaelix Today at 12:36 PM

oh you know what we should exchange numbers!

ik we have this group chat but you never know!

FreodoreToday at 12:38 PM

Sure, that's not a problem. Here: ████████████

kaelix Today at 12:38 PM

yay!!! thank ya kindly

message incoming!!

FreodoreToday at 2:10 PM

I’ve arrived at the live house. Is it okay for me to just enter?

Zeal GinjokaToday at 2:16 PM

Yep. Feel free to let yourself in, our locks are still a work in progress.

FreodoreToday at 2:17 PM

A work in progress.

For the locks?

Zeal GinjokaToday at 2:18 PM

Haha well that’s half right. Sorry, I should be more clear. We need to set up better vetting at the door is all. Right now there’s really nothing stopping people from just walking in.

SeibleToday at 2:19 PM

Shhhhhhh what are you doing Gin-chan?? Exposing me to the public like this… I’m too shy!

Zeal GinjokaToday at 2:20 PM

Oh my bad. I should have been more careful to protect your modesty.

SeibleToday at 2:20 PM

FreodoreToday at 2:20 PM

I see.

Zeal GinjokaToday at 2:22 PM

You’re the only one missing, @kaelix.

kaelix Today at 2:22 PM

what???

you’re usually only there evenings!

Zeal GinjokaToday at 2:23 PM

Can’t miss welcoming our newest member!

kaelix Today at 2:23 PM

YOU JUST FOUND OUT NOW!!!!!

you’re messing with me

HELLO?

IS EVERYONE GONE

Message BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

New live-house to open: Seible ██████, the new owner

It has been 3 months since ██████, the former heir to the ██████ family, parted ways to tread a new path towards the future.

Sources say that ██████ has created a new live-house under the name By the Beat, in the ██ area. Set to open on the 14th, the area is bustling with preparations.

However, not everything may be smooth sailing. We asked around the ██ area to better understand what locals think of the opening of the business:

“The owner doesn’t feel very reliable. I mean, have you heard about his previous work? Instead of working to prepare to take over the family, he ran away. How can you trust a business venture with that kind of reputation?”

Another local expressed similar doubts:

“Don’t get me wrong, I’m really excited! I think competition is a good thing, especially in this area. It’s how you get a bunch of really great music for sure, and the prices can be really good. But, um, I have heard the rumors about the staff? It doesn’t look very good, because you don’t want a place to close within a month because of a whim.”

We reached out to By the Beat for comment, and received no response.

* * *

Tweet

Days since last Kaelix spotting: 391
@KKfan1

It’s been 391 days since Kaelix’s last photoshoot. Here’s some water to take with you in this endless drought 🙏

A picture of an man with white hair, Kaelix. He poses on a plain background for a model photoshoot

4:33 PM · 18 March


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Lily @missdebonaur · Mar 18

Replying to @KKfan1
Did the agency ever say when he was coming back?

Replies: 1 Likes: 2


💛 @vvlookie · Mar 18

Replying to @missdebonaur
no. ig bc he’s a model, they don’t rlly care about the underground fanbase at all

Replies: 1 Likes: 1

Kaelix’s shoes @littlekaffin · Mar 18

Replying to @vvlookie
I emailed the agency he’s a part of last month and got this back:
“Kaelix is currently taking an indefinite hiatus from his modeling activities. Thank you for understanding.”



k’s left toe ❣️ @signersin · 2m ago

Replying to @KKfan1
plsss someone tell me he made an insta, im starved

Replies: 1 Likes:1

k’s right braincell ❣️ @cellsfromu · 1m ago

Replying to @signersin


if anyone finds out, let me know too!

A note written in neat cursive:

  • Mapout current lighting setup.
  • Verify schedule
  • Set playlist
  • Adjust current outfits (reach out to XXXX)

(11:30am - December 9th XX)

Sound-check recording transcript 1

00:00:00 of 00:15:00

F: “Testing, testing… Ah. Ah. One, two…”

[A low, steady beat plays. A vocalist occasionally hums along with the track]

Z: “Already on the go eh, Freo?”

F: “Oh. Zeal. Hello.”

Z: “What brings you in so early? A new project to cover?”

F: “Somewhat. It’s just a sound check. I plan to take the recording back with me to see what I can highlight with our current available gear. Whatever I happen to have on hand.”

Z: "Hm… Well, do you happen to have the time to test out a few tracks? I always have a set locked and loaded for juuuust this miraculous occasion. It might give you a good idea of what to expect out of us sound wise."

F: “Do you sing?”

Z: “Yep. Everyone here does. Our secret weapon, you could say.”

F: "I see… Somehow I didn’t expect that. This is my first time working with a live-house, though not the first visit. Talent and front of the house rarely mix, mainly due to time commitments."

Z: [Laughs]

Z: "Well, you know Seible’s pitch. We’re a greedy bunch. We want it all, and won't stop at nothing until we get it. Judging by you joining us, I’d say we share a similar mindset."

F: "Ah, well… You’re not wrong. I’m a little greedy myself in all honesty."

S: "Matte, matte. Only a little? I’m hurt! We gotta up that number by a lot."

K: "Yo-ho~!"

F: "Ah, wait. Let me just…"

[Recording stops]

Chapter 2: Four Days Away

Notes:

(See the end of the chapter for notes.)

Chapter Text


Follow

By The Beat

@BTBOfficial

Local live-house in the 2434 area! We hope to sweep you off your feet
⭐💘 True to the heart ⭐💘
bythebeat.co.jp

2434 Way, 2434 City

Joined January XXXX

900 Following    10K Followers

Tweet

By The Beat
@BTBOfficial

Only 4 days left until our grand evening (≧∇≦)/ ! ! Let the lights and the music sweep your heart away into the night~

Do you want a sneak peek? Shhh, promise you won’t tell anyone! (。•̀ᴗ-)✧

11:30 AM · 10 December


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Tweet

Freo. || @Studio Work
@freodore

Sound adjustments in progress 🎤 Some of the hardware isn’t where I want it to be yet, but in time, there is room for upgrades.

Let me know what you think!

12:13 PM · 10 December


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xoxo @consideritdone · 4m ago

Replying to @freodore


OMG!! do you have a new studio? i’d love to visit ♥️where’s the address?

Likes: 1


Jin @jinant · 3m ago

Replying to @freodore


sounds good. you always are great at these things

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Cas @TemperedJoy· 2m ago

Replying to @freodore
Have you thought of changing the interface to a less complex one? I don’t know what you’re working on, but judging by the space, if you don’t train them they won’t know what to do.

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Freo. || @Studio Work @freodore · 2m ago

Replying to @TemperedJoy
That’s a good note, thank you. No one else besides me will be managing this on opening day, so I believe it will be fine for now.

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Cas @TemperedJoy · 2m ago

Replying to @freodore
Ah that’s fair. What’s the job? If you can say. No pressure, be as vague as you’d like.

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Freo. || @Studio Work @freodore · 2m ago

Replying to @TemperedJoy
It’s alright. It’s a private establishment that will be opening soon. As the date approaches, I’ll update everyone about it.

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Cas @TemperedJoy · 2m ago

Replying to @freodore
🫡you got this, freodore.

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Freo. || @Studio Work @freodore · 1m ago

Replying to @TemperedJoy
♥️

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To: [email protected]

Your business will fail. You have no hope in the entertainment industry.

 

BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

Freodore Today at 12:40 PM

When would be a good time to take measurements?

kaelix Today at 12:40 PM

oh!

do we have the time for new outfits?

Freodore Today at 12:44 PM

We’ll see. It’s an incredibly tight deadline, but the details are important.

kaelix Today at 12:44 PM

ok!! got it! i’ll be around

Seible Today at 12:46 PM

Yaaaaay I’m ready for a new style~

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 12:47 PM

Can’t go too overboard with it, or everyone might just pass out

Seible Today at 12:48 PM

They have to pay extra for that

kaelix Today at 12:48 PM

to pass out ????????????

Freodore Today at 12:49 PM

Let me know if you have any styling preferences and I’ll do my best to accommodate them. Though seeing you all in person has been revealing as is.

kaelix Today at 12:49 PM

that’s a good thing right?

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 12:50 PM

Hmmm

Seible Today at 12:50 PM

(ー_ーゞ ………

kaelix Today at 12:50 PM

HEY

but since ur asking i usually go with loose fitting styles, but for btb i dont mind something a little tighter!

as long as it looks good!!

stylish!

WOW!!

Freodore Today at 12:53 PM

Trust me. Anything that leaves my hands will look good.

Seible Today at 12:54 PM

Ohhh you got him all fired up~

kaelix Today at 12:54 PM

woah… cool guy alert!!!

Seible Today at 12:55 PM

I’ll take something that totally shows off how cute and dangerous I am. The contrast is a great appeal point don’t you think~

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 12:55 PM

Looking forward to it, Freo. Lets see… How should I describe my style?

kaelix Today at 12:55 PM

old?

Seible Today at 12:55 PM

Sexy

kaelix Today at 12:55 PM

OH

MY

GOD

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 12:56 PM

Haha

Freodore Today at 12:57 PM

I see. I think I get what your saying

kaelix Today at 12:57 PM

no way

freo???

Seible Today at 12:58 PM

YAAAY we get a tall dark and sexy Gin-chan for opening night~

kaelix Today at 12:58 PM

get me OUT OF HERE

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 12:59 PM

I’ll try not to disappoint then. Can’t have all the hard work from the team go to waste~

Freodore Today at 1:00 PM

I doubt it’ll be a waste. Like I said, details matter. The effort shows.

kaelix Today at 1:00 PM

Message BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

A sticky note, left on the bar counter:

Gin-chan, i think we’re missing the new 06 bottle. I went to test some out and nothing was there :(((xoxoxo

Another sticky note, seemingly in response:

Naughty. I’ll get a hold of our supplier.
xo
Z

Tweet

💙 Seible 💙
@Seible

Hard at work with @freodore❤️our lovely designer is our guiding light in the darkness ;)

A picture of a husk leaning over a white cat, squishing his face with his nose.

10:10 AM · 11 December


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no.1 fan 💎 @UnSteible · 4m ago

Replying to @Seible


omg !!! i can’t wait to see the end product. i’ll be there~!

Likes: 30


Bell @SeivedbytheBelle · 3m ago

Replying to @Seible


-waits for btb opening a normal amount-

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Freo. || @Studio Work @freodore · 2m ago

Replying to @Seible
Thank you for the opportunity! It’s been a pleasure working alongside BTB so far 😄

Replies: 1 Likes: 351

💙 Seible 💙 @Seible · 1m ago

Replying to @freodore


It’s amazing to have you Furi-chan ♥️

Likes: 361


xoxo @consideritdone · 3m ago

Replying to @Seible


ahh

Likes:

BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

Freodore Today at 11:13 AM

Seible sent me the itinerary for opening night, but I have questions regarding the live performances. Has the setlist been decided?

kaelix Today at 11:13 AM

i think me and zeal were talking about it

Freodore Today at 11:14 AM

Who will be the performers?

kaelix Today at 11:14 AM

us! or whoever has time at the time

Freodore Today at 11:16 AM

Is the plan to decide the setlist on the spot?

kaelix Today at 11:16 AM

haha i mean,

i don’t mind going with the flow!

but we can also plan it out

both are good with me!

what does everyone else think?

Seible Today at 11:17 AM

Oh let’s go with something trendy~

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 11:18 AM

Should be easy since you're always on trend eh?

Freodore Today at 11:19 AM

I can propose a list of songs, and send it for confirmation here.

kaelix Today at 11:19 AM

wait wait

i can help! you have a lot on your plate right?

don’t worry, i’ll work hard

Freodore Today at 11:44 AM

Thank you, I appreciate it. Let’s go with a list of 15 songs, some that can be performed live, and others we can play during breaks. We can expand the list later.

kaelix Today at 11:44 AM

ok got it!

Message BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

(1:00PM - December 12th XX)

Sound-check recording transcript 2

00:00:00 of 00:8:00

K: “Hm? Oh, the light turned on! That, definitely wasn’t the plan! Is it recording? Oh god, oops.”

F: “Kaelix”

K: “Hm? Oh, wait wait wait–”

F: [Sigh]

F: “Can you stop messing with it? While the equipment isn’t fragile, I’ll have to recalibrate the settings all over again if you reset it.”

K: “Oh…”

K: [Laughs]

K: “Sorry. Hands are! Off the equipment, mister officer! Look, totally free. Nothing in my palms. Mn, mn!”

F: “What were you trying to do in the first place?”

K: “Oh um, to be honest, just looking around. I, know Zeal brought like a bunch of equipment from his music making days over and I thought that was a lot! But wow, there’s, a lot more! You know?”

F: “Yes. Luckily, not a lot was missing, but I wanted to bring some of my personal equipment for better support. At least temporarily.”

K: “Oh wow! That’s pretty cool, actually I–”

[Recording stops]

Chat with:      Gin-chan 🐍

Today

LOL it’s starting again ヽ(๏ ∀๏ )ノ ! !

Gin-chaaaan

I need you!!!

Seriously? They’re still harassing you?

Sent by Zeal at 1:20 PM

You know it! Can’t get enough of my pretty face!

Look at this totally fake article: link.co.jp

We aren’t even open yet T_T !!!! And people still buy into it!

Or they’re all bot accounts, which is also totally their style.

Ah.

They really have nothing better to do. If it wasn’t so annoying, I’d almost be flattered with how much attention they’re sending our way.

Think we’ll be good?

Sent by Zeal at 1:25 PM

We will! I’m not letting anyone stop the dream.

Especially my family LOOL

At least yours isn’t getting in the ring. Things would be sooooo messy

Haha yeah

Haven’t heard from them in years. I doubt they still think about me after all that.

Sent by Zeal at 1:27 PM

I WISH that were me rn ( ɵ̥̥‸ɵ̥̥)( ɵ̥̥‸ɵ̥̥)( ɵ̥̥‸ɵ̥̥) heeeellpp

Trust me, I don’t wish that upon anyone …

Sent by Zeal at 1:28 PM

Uwa~

That’s true 🥀 Gin-chan has gone through soooooooo many ups and downs and fake marriages to get away from their hold! Leaving behind a trail of broken hearts across the country~

Now Seible… Is that how you really see me? When I’ve been loyal and devoted to you all this time </3?

Sent by Zeal at 1:30 PM

Aweee! I didn’t mean itttt. I know your sooooo handsome and cute and loyal and care about lil ol’ me <3

Aw really? That felt nice, but I’ll need some more comfort Seible-sama.

💋1

Sent by Zeal at 1:32 PM

There there, let this Seible hold you tight <3

<3

Sent by Zeal at 1:33 PM

Okay okay. I’m just gonna have to make more posts to boost morale! Let them see some of my sweet charm 😜

Let me know if I can help any. Otherwise, you know where to find me

❤️ 1

Sent by Zeal at 1:34 PM

三 ┏ ( ˘ω˘ )┛🚪

❤️ 1

Sent by you at 1:37 PM · Seen

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💙 Seible 💙
@Seible

Soooo~ I totally get people feeling cautious about a new entertainment establishment, but lets keep this civil ok? I’m just your favourite little guy~!! I’m suuuper open to any questions you have about the opening of @BTBOfficial !!

1:40 PM · 12 December


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Bell @SeivedbytheBelle · 3m ago

Replying to @Seible


oh god yeah it’s in a few days isn’t it? lets goooo!! YOU GOT THIS SEI-CHAN!!!!!

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no.1 fan 💎 @UnSteible · 4m ago

Replying to @Seible


you are always gonna be my FAVOURITE little guy 😍even if ur taller than me heheh

Likes: 20



<333 @littlemouse11 · 5m ago

Replying to @Seible
oMG wait wait i have a question!! pick me sir!! ✋can me and my friends just show up or will you be selling tickets?

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💙 Seible 💙 @Seible · 2m ago

Replying to @littlemouse11
Hi nezumi-chan 💙we’ll be selling tickets at the door, because there’s a limited amount of space in our venue. It also will let us show you all a good time. In the future we’ll sell online, but this time it’ll be suuuper limited, so don’t miss out!

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<333 @littlemouse11 · 1m ago

Replying to @Seible


I’LL BE THERE!!!



NA @mirrorforged · 6m ago

Replying to @Seible
What kind of security will you guys have? Are you checking bags?

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💙 Seible 💙 @Seible · 1m ago

Replying to @mirrorforged


Of course! While we can’t go into the specifics of security right now, there are many ways we plan to protect our precious guests. Please see our official statement on what you can or can’t bring on the website 😉bythebeat.co.jp/rules

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kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

i messed up

1:40 PM · 12 December







Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

it’s so bad

1:40 PM · 12 December







Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

there’s no recovering from this

1:40 PM · 12 December







Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

GAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH

1:41 PM · 12 December







Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

i was just trying to help but i think i blew everything up instead

1:41 PM · 12 December







Chat with:         Seible

Today

Do you have the contact information for the person behind the current uniform?

Uwaaa Furi-chan~ there’s no such thing.

That’s why you’re here (っ´ω`c)

Sent by Seible at 1:42 PM

I see.

████████████

You can tell them Seible called~ but they would proooobably close their doors at the thought :((( they used to like me a lot, and have good custom options~

Sent by Seible at 1:43 PM

That’s fine, I have full confidence in my abilities, no matter the rush order.

Kyaa~ so kakkoii Furi-chan!

Soooo, what do you think of the live house? Like it? Love it? 😜

Sent by Seible at 1:44 PM

I do like it.

WOW!!

What a halfhearted answer! I’m hurt!!!

Sent by Seible at 1:45 PM

Haha, sorry. I’m still getting used to it all, so forgive me for the stilted phrasing.

I’ll only forgive because it’s you, Furi-chan~

Sent by Seible at 1:45 PM

I am a bit concerned about Kaelix. It seems that he's been avoiding me since yesterday.

K-chan? No way!

Aw, is he feeling shy? That’s so cute

Sent by Seible at 1:46 PM

Is it shyness? He didn’t strike me as the type.

Oh K-chan’s just a big ol’ puppy. He probably just wants to get along and doesn’t know how~

Sent by Seible at 1:48 PM

Really?

Yessir ⭐I’m sure you’ll grow close soon ヾ(о-ω・)ノ⌒★ when you were talking to me about wanting to start a long-term project, I thought you’d be a great part of the team because of personalities~

My instincts are never wrong! I’m almost psychic!

Sent by Seible at 1:51 PM

That’s true, you’re often right.

You know it~ ! ! Awww, I can listen to your sweet words all day Furi-chan 😘

Sent by Seible at 1:52 PM

♥️

🫦

Sent by Seible at 1:53 PM

Sent by you at 1:55 PM · Seen

Chat with:      ginjoka 🙄

Today

zeal i think freo hates me

like HATES

HATES

me

😭

Aw buddy

Sent by Zeal at 1:47 PM

anytime i try to help he brushes me off

and acts like im in the way

and i get it!! maybe i’m not helping the way he needs me to

Freo’s just a bit prickly on the outside.

Sent by Zeal at 1:48 PM

i tried to help organize some of the boxes

because there’s still a lot of them by the stage right? a bunch because we didn’t figure out the storage system yet

but he snapped at me about getting my fingerprints on everything!

like as if

Haha

Sent by Zeal at 1:49 PM

i’m just some messy kid

NOT FUNNY!

BOO

🍅

🍅

🍅

I’M OPENING MY HEART TO YOU AND YOU LAUGH!

It’ll be okay. All you gotta do is earn his trust, and he’ll come to you like a cat.

Sent by Zeal at 1:52 PM

cat? more like SPIKEY

PORCUPINE

😭😭😭😭

Yeah, with soft insides

Sent by Zeal at 1:53 PM

zeal…………

Trust me, he’s not what you’ve built up in your head.

Why are you actually worried about it?

Sent by Zeal at 1:55 PM

well

i want to get along

and we

like

aren’t! at all! and i wonder if its a me problem

or if im just overthinking things

Freo was hired to work as our designer, thanks to Seible’s connections. Is it that strange you aren’t close within the span of a few days?

Sent by Zeal at 1:56 PM

i guess

not

but there’s a difference between at least getting along

on the surface

and what’s going on

i don’t want to cause problems for BTB, or for anyone

You know that isn’t true, don’t even try. When have you ever been a problem for BTB? A little sneaky troublemaker who slacks off? Sure. But a problem? No way.

Sent by Zeal at 1:59 PM

ITS HOW I FEEL

OKAY

whether its true or not

….

i know

ok

everything will be fine

Yep

Sent by Zeal at 2:01 PM

i just need to

Relax

Sent by Zeal at 2:03 PM

lock in

i guess that too

Haha

Sent by Zeal at 2:05 PM

😒😒😒

ok

thanks for the advice zeepaw

It’s no problem. Now you owe me a favour.

Sent by Zeal at 2:07 PM

WHAT

You’re going to take my closing work tonight. I need to double check our supplies with the vendors, but just haven’t had time.

Sent by Zeal at 2:10 PM

why are you so mean to me

Thanks in advance!

💋

Sent by Zeal at 2:11 PM

you are FOUL ginjoka

You love me

Sent by Zeal at 2:13 PM

thumbs down emoji

Sent by you at 2:16 PM · Seen


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Freo. || @Studio Work
@freodore

We’ve made great progress with the state of the venue! Here is the current lighting setup, though it may be on the harsher side. I’m considering reducing the intensity. What do you think? 🎶

A picture of an orange cat very close to the camera, facing right.

8:23 PM · 12 December


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Cas @TemperedJoy· 10m ago

Replying to @freodore
Looks great, Freodore. I think you’re right that it may be too bright for the vibe of the place, though it’s hard to tell on camera for obvious reasons. Since it seems to be a low-key place, lowlight seems to fit well.

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Freo. || @Studio Work @freodore · 2m ago

Replying to @TemperedJoy


Thank you! We’ll see the direction I take this, as it will be important to compensate for the lighting in the rest of the venue. 💡

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xoxo @consideritdone · 8m ago

Replying to @freodore
who’s in the back??

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Freo. || @Studio Work @freodore · 3m ago

Replying to @TemperedJoy


My co-worker. He’s been helping me set up.

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k’s left toe ❣️ @signersin · 2m ago

Replying to @freodore
@cellsfromu

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From: [email protected]

Subject: Order Request

To: [email protected]

Thank you for the order Mr. Freodore. As always, we appreciate your loyal patronage and recommendations.

I’m sending this email to confirm what was discussed over the call:

- Men’s straight dress pants (4)

- Men’s outer jackets in style A (2), B (1) and C (1)

- Accessories 5A (2), 5B (3), 5G (4), 5K (4), 5L (1)

- Styled leather gloves in styles 12B (1), 12C (1), 12H (1), 12J (1)

Attached are the written measurements provided to us. As this is short notice, please let me know when you will be available for an in person pickup, as we cannot guarantee expedited shipping.

Cheers,

Lua

 

Chat with:          Zeal

Today

Thanks for the advice the other day. It worked like a charm.

Aw shucks. Well, glad to hear it!

I take it Kaelix took it well?

Sent by Zeal at 4:01 PM

I think so. He at least seems to be less stiff.

Great! Now we just need to work on loosening you up next 😉

Sent by Zeal at 4:03 PM

😂

Sure. I’ll try to keep that in mind.

I mean it! I’ll mix you something next time. Kaelix doesn’t drink and Seible drinks pretty lightly, so I’d appreciate more feedback for our menu.

Sent by Zeal at 4:10 PM

Free range of the bar’s stock? Don’t mind if I do.

Woah

Freo…

What if Seible catches wind of your nefarious plans? He’ll just about faint!

Sent by Zeal at 4:13 PM

Oh no, we can’t have that now can we?

Then how about this: are you free tonight?

Sent by Zeal at 4:15 PM

Too eager. How can our reliable bartender be so pushy? Tsk tsk.

Oof tough crowd!

😂1

Sent by Zeal at 4:17 PM

Haha

Alright, I’ll see you soon. I like red wine, just so you know.

🥂

Sent by Zeal at 4:18 PM

🥂

Sent by you at 4:20 PM · Seen

REVIEW:

HORRIBLE experience here
Juneeibg
[1 stars] 12/13/20XX

I’m hesitate to post this but i want to warn others so they don’t make the same mistake I did in trusting this establishment. Not only is it completely rundown, it is also dangerous. They don’t check your bags or pay attention to who they let in, which really doesn’t feel safe considering how late it opens. There are many other live-houses you could visit around the ██ area that have a better reputation + trustworthiness

Tweet

By The Beat
@BTBOfficial

Only 4 days left until our grand evening (≧∇≦)/ ! ! Let the lights and the music sweep your heart away into the night~

Do you want a sneak peek? Shhh, promise you won’t tell anyone! (。•̀ᴗ-)✧

11:30 AM · 10 December


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Mar @hauntedmelo · Dec 10 ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


It’s looking good right now!

Likes: 11


LaL @sweettoothie · 3m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


this rlly isn’t it

Likes: 2


x @f2sdfj · 2m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


DO NOT TRUST! i had a friend who had a scary experience here. ran by total creeps

Likes: 1

Ichika @luvpotions · 1m ago

Replying to @f2sdfj


There’s no way! The place isn’t even open yet??

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1-800 @barricrade · 3m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


so anyway stream hope in the dark 💅

Likes: 3


Xar @FAchantno · 2m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


ugh that’s awful. we need to hold these kinds of places accountable for not protecting others :/

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xoxo @consideritdone · 4m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


found it!

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(11:50AM - December 13 XX)

Sound-check recording transcript 3

00:00:00 of 00:00:30

F: “... What are you doing here? I’m sorry, but we’re not open yet. Who..”

[Indistinct audio]

F: “Wait. Kaelix, there’s—”

[Recording stops]

Chat with:💖💗💕 Seiburunyan 💕💗💖

Today

Are you okay? Do I need to step in?

Sent by you at 11:56 AM · Seen

T_T

Gin-chaaaan~~~ T_;

It’s soooooo bad

Most publicity is good publicity but geez

They really have to lie in order to get anything! Because they’re sooo scared of seeing us thrive.

Like talk about pathetic much??

Agh it just burns me.

It’s not just on the socials either, it’s also the email box. I wouldn’t be surprised if Furi-chan was getting stuff too ;;

Sent by Seible at 11:59 AM

Chat with:      Debonair 🙊

0:15

0:08

Sent by Kaelix at 11:59 AM

Chat with:💖💗💕 Seiburunyan 💕💗💖

Yeah

We have a problem at the live-house

Sent by you at 12:00 PM · Seen

Chat with:      Debonair 🙊

0:15

0:08

Sent by Kaelix at 11:59 AM

On my way.

Sent by you at 12:00 PM · Seen

Notes:

One more chapter to go! I'll be linking all the sources for the code on last chapter because I definitely forgot to do that here haha.
Hope you enjoyed this one!

Chapter 3: Grand Opening

Notes:

(See the end of the chapter for notes.)

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By The Beat

@BTBOfficial

Local live-house in the 2434 area! We hope to sweep you off your feet
⭐💘 True to the heart ⭐💘
bythebeat.co.jp

2434 Way, 2434 City

Joined January XXXX

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By The Beat
@BTBOfficial

The opening is still one day away! Please review our policies so that everyone can have an enjoyable and safe experience~ (Link below!)

1:01 PM · 13 December


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xoxo
@consideritdone

im sorry id idnt mean it @freodore

12:10 PM · 13 December







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xoxo
@consideritdone

pls forgive me i wont do it again @freodore

12:10 PM · 13 December







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xoxo
@consideritdone

ive supported you all this time havent i?? @freodore

12:10 PM · 13 December







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xoxo
@consideritdone

i just wnated to continue to support youu @freodore

12:11 PM · 13 December







Tweet

xoxo
@consideritdone

pls im sorry @freodore

12:11 PM · 13 December







Tweet

xoxo
@consideritdone

this isnt who you are @freodore

12:12 PM · 13 December







xoxo
@consideritdone

[@consideritdone is blocked]

Chat with:🧊🚪🥶

Today

are you okay freo?

sorry

am i bothering you?

No, you're not.

Sent by Freodore at 1:16 PM

because it feels like i’m really

bothering you

and you know how you get vibes someone is getting bothered

but you like cant stop from asking

which only adds to the spiral

and now the person is DOUBLE bothered

but ur in too deep??

Sent by you at 1:19 PM · Seen

Kaelix

Sent by Freodore at 1:20 PM

sorry

It’s fine. I’m not mad. You aren’t bothering me by asking if I’m okay and checking in.

Sent by Freodore at 1:23 PM

aaaa

ok

Are you alright?

Sent by Freodore at 1:25 PM

yeah

it was just

a lot

I’m sorry for that. I didn’t think someone would try to get into the live house due to my presence.

That’s my fault.

Sent by Freodore at 1:26 PM

no!

it’s not your fault freo

i mean, it’s not like you told weirdos to enter

it just

makes me think

Sent by you at 1:29 PM · Seen

Yes?

Sent by Freodore at 1:30 PM

that maybe we need to be more careful??

not that you weren’t careful or anything

i think it was good that you called me over when you did

bc we really didn’t know who this person was?? and it was really unsettling that they just walked

in straight to the stage

if it were only me, i dont know how long it would take me to react

Sent by you at 1:32 PM · Seen

Thank you for stepping in. You made a rough situation a lot easier to handle.

Sent by Freodore at 1:33 PM

oh

no problem!

Sent by you at 1:33 PM · Seen

Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA I THINK WE’RE CONNECTING. THIS IS CONNECTING RIGHT??

1:34 PM · 13 December







Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

thank you whatever higher being exists out there…………………………………………… 😄😄😄

1:34 PM · 13 December







Tweet

kaaaaaaa 😇
@offkae

we can understand each other, i’m sure of it!

1:35 PM · 13 December







Tweet

(⊙_⊙;)
@seiibeato

K-chan….. LOLLOLOLOL

1:36 PM · 13 December








kaaaaaaa 😇 @offkae · 10s ago

Replying to @seiibeato
DON’T LAUGH AT ME

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Today

i’m just glad that things worked out in the end

and that they didn’t get to you

that the situation didn’t get to you either

Sent by you at 1:35 PM · Seen

I could say the same about you.

Sent by Freodore at 1:36 PM

huh?

You could have been hurt. It was a dangerous and unexpected situation that was suddenly put on your shoulders.

Sent by Freodore at 1:37 PM

ah yeah i guess so

but it worked out!

so!

no worries

Sent by you at 1:37 PM · Seen

Hm…

honestly, i don’t even want to think about what could have happened

i’m sure you could have handled it too

but i’m just thinking about what we’ll do for the opening

Are you anxious?

Sent by Freodore at 1:39 PM

uh

maybe

why?

You’re overexplaining everything.

Sent by Freodore at 1:41 PM

aaaaaaaaaaaaa

everybody says that once i start talking about something i just can’t stop and i try not to but it just comes right out because i become aware of it and start to feel nervous which makes me explain more

oh god im overexplaining again

but u get me right

right?

Sent by you at 1:42 PM · Seen

Haha

Sent by Freodore at 1:42 PM

WHY ARE YOU LAUGHING

😭

You don’t need to appeal to me, I get what you mean. You're worried about us, that isn’t a bad quality.

It is your caring nature that you want to look after others, and are careful about stepping on others feelings.

Sent by Freodore at 1:43 PM

🥲🥹

That being said, I have something to give you tomorrow. Try to wake up before it’s afternoon, or it’ll be gone.

Sent by Freodore at 1:45 PM

what!!!

have a little faith in me!

i wont be late!

💪

Sent by you at 1:46 PM · Seen

Sent by Freodore at 1:46 PM

A neatly written note, bundled with a gift:

For your consideration.

BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

kaelix Today at 3:15 PM

so i was thinking

for the ticket sales and stuff

maybe i can stand at the door

and make sure everything goes well

like checking IDs and everything

Freodore Today at 3:17 PM

Like a bouncer?

kaelix Today at 3:18 PM

actually

yeah

exactly that

Seible Today at 3:19 PM

Omg, I feel so safe in K-chan’s loving arms~

Freodore Today at 3:20 PM

Weren’t you excited to perform? That might get in the way.

kaelix Today at 3:20 PM

well of course!

but

honestly?

i think i can do both

not giving up on my dream, but also protecting my friends

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 3:21 PM

Aw, the power of friendship prevails once again!

Now we just need to believe in the heart of the cards

Seible Today at 3:21 PM

So kawaii K-chan <3 I’m melting~ swoon

kaelix Today at 3:22 PM

IM BEING SERIOUS!!!!!

STOP IT!!!!!

2 1 1

Freodore Today at 3:24 PM

Our serious, big strong man.

kaelix Today at 3:25 PM

GAH

NOT YOU TOO!!!!

THE

BETRAYAL

I FEEL

i can’t believe this

Freodore Today at 3:25 PM

Seible was right. You’re easy

kaelix Today at 3:25 PM

EASY?

EASY?????

Seible Today at 3:26 PM

LOL

kaelix Today at 3:26 PM

SEIBLE

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 3:26 PM

Seconded

Seible Today at 3:26 PM

Thirded

kaelix Today at 3:26 PM

YOU ALL HATE ME!!!!!!!

Freodore Today at 3:30 PM

A bit more on topic, I found the problem account of the person who trespassed.

kaelix Today at 3:30 PM

oh

Freodore Today at 3:34 PM

It seems that they have followed my account for a while… I thought they were sincere in their support, but in reality it was just a delusion created by their own selfish fantasies.

I’m sorry, it seems that I brought this on everyone by joining. I don’t know if I can prevent them from coming back.

Seible Today at 3:35 PM

Aw no way Furi-chan~ sorry shouldn’t exist between us! We’re all here for you y’know?

Just like how my family’s mess is everyone's mess! All the time!!!

;A<

kaelix Today at 3:36 PM

yes exactly!!!

by the beat is a team

we’re stronger together

so ur mess is our mess!

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 3:37 PM

Yeah you’re ours now

kaelix Today at 3:37 PM

WOAH

Seible Today at 3:37 PM

Exactly!!

kaelix Today at 3:37 PM

HOLD ON THERE GINJOKA

LETS ALL

Freodore Today at 3:38 PM

kaelix Today at 3:38 PM

CALM DOWN

Freodore Today at 3:38 PM

Interesting

kaelix Today at 3:39 PM

this is why we need to keep you contained

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 3:40 PM

Aw c’mon… I meant that normally!

Seible Today at 3:42 PM

Soooo normal and handsome !!! Just a cool, chill guy !!

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 3:42 PM

Yeah see?

Freodore Today at 3:42 PM

Sure you did

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 3:43 PM

I’m not being believed…

The world is cruel and cold……

kaelix Today at 3:43 PM

pffpfp yeah okay

Freodore Today at 3:44 PM

Oh no… Let me make it up to you

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 3:44 PM

kaelix Today at 3:44 PM

EWWWWW WHY DID YOU USE THAT ONE

Freodore Today at 3:45 PM

Let's all grab dinner together after our successful opening. My treat.

Seible Today at 3:46 PM

Yeah !! Let’s go!

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 3:47 PM

Careful Freo, he’ll take the bill if you aren’t looking

Seible Today at 3:48 PM

Huh?? No way! That’s not me at all.

Freodore Today at 3:49 PM

I see

I’ll accept this challenge

kaelix Today at 3:50 PM

woah

w o a h

Seible Today at 3:50 PM

┌(。Д。)┐ ! ! !

I won’t hold back then~!

Message BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

A look into By The Beat—the latest spot in the music scene

By The Beat opened its doors on the 14th of December over this weekend.

Despite an influx of negative attention on social media, the business appears to be running smoothly with tickets for opening night selling out the day of.

The space of the live-house, previously an out-of-commission building, is now refurbished with glossy countertops and dazzling lowlights. The staff at By The Beat are friendly and warm to all newcomers, and with security detail at the front step, it appears that great lengths have been taken to assure guest safety.

We’ve interviewed some attendees of last night’s event, who had this to say:

“I enjoy live performances anywhere, but you can really tell that the owners here love music. They cap the number of visitors to discourage congestion, which it makes it easier to vibe and have a good time. If you’re wanting a concert without a huge crowd and maybe some drinks, try By the Beat.”

“The eye candy is insane. Kami-sama, thank you for your blessing. Will be visiting again.”

“Went for my birthday. Bartender’s so sweet, he gave me a silly greeting and the whole bar joined in.”

* * *


Follow

By The Beat

@BTBOfficial

Local live-house in the 2434 area! We hope to sweep you off your feet
⭐💘 True to the heart ⭐💘
bythebeat.co.jp

2434 Way, 2434 City

Joined January XXXX

900 Following    11K Followers

Tweet

By The Beat
@BTBOfficial

Did you all enjoy the opening? We sure did! Use the tag #HzBeatsStrong and we’ll retweet your images of our amazing night together. Hope to see you again!

12:00 PM · 15 December


7.1K Retweets 25.4K Likes



Ichika @luvpotions · 4m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


it was so fun!!! definitely will visit again

Likes: 5


<333 @littlemouse11 · 3m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


iimmmmMM SSOO HUNGOVERRR 😭 mysterious bartender… wait for me </333

Likes: 10



NA @mirrorforged · 3m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


I didn’t expect that setlist. Can we see more local artists soon?

Likes: 12



Mar @hauntedmelo · 2m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


Definitely a new hangout spot for me. Well done!!

Likes: 30



k’s left toe ❣️ @signersin · 1m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


IT WAS AMAZING!!!! THANK U THANK U THANK U 🙏

Likes: 33


k’s right braincell ❣️ @cellsfromu · 1m ago

Replying to @BTBOfficial


i need to hear that voice a normal amount again ok

33



Follow

Freo. || @BTB

@freodore

Designer for @BTBOfficial. Personal commissions closed.
lit.link/freodore

████

Joined Feburary XXXX

245 Following    111K Followers

Tweet

Freo. || @BTB
@freodore

The night went well, I hope to continue to improve from here. While everything may not have been perfect at the start, I know the details I seek are achievable.

I look forward to walking this path alongside you! ✨ Thank you for the support.

12:14 PM · 15 December


433 Retweets 15.3K Likes



Jin @jinant · 3m ago

Replying to @freodore


i barely made it before tickets sold out! OMG was i starting to sweat! the performances were so grand they could only be made by you 💓 of course i’ll go again!

Likes: 1


Cas @TemperedJoy · 2m ago

Replying to @freodore


I’ll be sure to visit the next time I’m in the area. Looking forward to your future work!



Follow

💙 Seible 💙

@Seible

No.1 promoter for By The Beat! We're open! 🎉
bythebeat.co.jp
seible.co.jp

💎

Joined January XXXX

1K Following    105K Followers

Tweet

💙 Seible 💙
@Seible

What a perfect night 💙! Heres to many more to come!

12:14 PM · 15 December


743 Retweets 14.2K Likes



no.1 fan 💎 @UnSteible · 4m ago

Replying to @Seible


i lost my VOICE bc of last night 😭😭😭 TOTALLY WORTH IT!

Likes: 13


Lucky @aesop.s.eibles · 3m ago

Replying to @Seible


seible-chan~~ when can we get some merch? i totally want to match jackets~~ ⭐

Likes: 12


Bell @SeivedbytheBelle · 2m ago

Replying to @Seible


i couldn’t get in….. sobs…. T_T

8


BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

Seible Today at 1:15 PM

The fake reviews got removed!!!

Freodore Today at 1:16 PM

It’s about time.

kaelix Today at 1:16 PM

NICE!!

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 1:17 PM

Did your family finally give up on its evil crusade against music?

Seible Today at 1:18 PM

Hmm~ I dunno!

Freodore Today at 1:18 PM

There’s some unpleasant emails remaining in the inbox, so I think it's safe to say, no.

Seible Today at 1:19 PM

Oh no!! Furi-chan, don’t look there >///// I’m too shy!

kaelix Today at 1:19 PM

what

Freodore Today at 1:19 PM

I’m leaving

Seible Today at 1:20 PM

LOL

NOOOO COME BACK

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 1:22 PM

So energetic these guys

kaelix Today at 1:22 PM

you sound so old when you say that

Freodore Today at 1:23 PM

At least the amount of accounts aimed at us have reduced. If it continues this way, we can grow in peace.

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 1:24 PM

That’s not the only thing growing

kaelix Today at 1:24 PM

YOU ARE A PERVERT

Freodore Today at 1:25 PM

Don’t make me agree with Kaelix

Seible Today at 1:26 PM

Dirty, dirty mind~

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 1:28 PM

Nooooooo… I meant our connections! Just look at the local artists reaching out … I already knew of a few running in our circles, but it’s nice to have a close connection like this!

@Freodore Don’t make me agree with Kaelix

kaelix Today at 1:28 PM

no i think you should agree with me MORE

i did so well yesterday i think i deserve a reward !!

no one got in without an ID, and no one caused problems!

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 1:30 PM

You want praise?

kaelix Today at 1:30 PM

yes, actually! i do!

Freodore Today at 1:31 PM

You did well, Kaelix

Seible Today at 1:32 PM

Omg for free???

kaelix Today at 1:32 PM

CAN YOU ALL BE NORMAL AND BEHAVE

PLEASE

thank you freo!

Zeal Ginkoka Today at 1:33 PM

Everyone did a great job. I’m proud of us

Seible Today at 1:34 PM

Yeah!!!

Message BTB (Srs) (o゜▽゜)o☆

Tweet

❤️
@bydesign

I must say, some of the timestamps for a certain someone’s tweets are very… revealing.

1:35 PM · 15 December








(⊙_⊙;) @seiibeato · 1m ago

Replying to @bydesign
Now we just need to get Gin-chan on here LOL

Likes:


kaaaaaaa 😇 @offkae · 1m ago

Replying to @bydesign @seiibeato
PLEASE STOP LOOKING

Likes: 1

(⊙_⊙;) @seiibeato · 1m ago

Replying to @bydesign @offkae
Keep looking! Take pictures!!!!

Likes: 1

 

❤️ @bydesign · 1m ago

Replying to @offkae @seiibeato
It’s cute.

Likes: 1


kaaaaaaa 😇 @offkae · 1m ago

Replying to @bydesign @seiibeato


STOPTOSSTOPSTOPSTOPPPP
IM GOING TO EXPLODE

Replies: Likes: 1

Tweet

❤️
@bydesign

There’s another account here? I was wondering what those girls were talking about between sets.

A picture of a husk leaning over a white cat, squishing his face with his nose.

1:36 PM · 15 December








kaaaaaaa 😇 @offkae · 1m ago

Replying to @bydesign
NO WAY ARE YOU KIDDING???? TAHTS STILL UP???

Likes: 1

(⊙_⊙;) @seiibeato · 1m ago

Replying to @bydesign @offkae
Woah.. K-chan! I can’t believe you were keeping a secret from us!

Likes: 1

kaaaaaaa 😇 @offkae · 1m ago

Replying to @bydesign @seiibeato
😭😭😭😭

Likes: 1


kaaaaaaa 😇 @offkae · 1m ago

Replying to @bydesign


do nooooot go through that

Replies: Likes: 1

Tweet

(⊙_⊙;)
@seiibeato

?

A picture of a husk leaning over a white cat, squishing his face with his nose.

1:37 PM · 15 December








❤️ @bydesign · 1m ago

Replying to @seiibeato
How polite

Likes: 1

kaaaaaaa 😇 @offkae · 1m ago

Replying to @bydesign @seiibeato
AGH

Likes: 1

Chat with:🧊🚪🥶

Today

ur killing me

FRYING ME ALIVE ON PRIV

FREODORE!

U HATE MEEEEE

I THOUGHT WE HAD SOMETHING SPECIAL!!!

Sent by you at 1:38 PM · Seen

It’s just Seible on there right?

There’s nothing to worry about, I don’t have any reason to make an example of you.

Sent by Freodore at 1:39 PM

oh my god you’ve been talking to zeal and seible for too long

FREO DON’T SUCCUMB

YOUR THE ONLY NORMAL ONE LEFT BESIDES ME

Are you sure you’re the innocent one here? All I’ve done is comment on the special access you’ve provided me.

Sent by Freodore at 1:40 PM

my kindness is being taken advantage of

i’m just a good sweet summer angel and you put me through the horrors

Sent by you at 1:41 PM · Seen

For what it’s worth, I wasn’t actually mad with you. I just didn’t want to have to clean up fingerprints after I had already done so when I first checked the equipment.

Sent by Freodore at 1:42 PM

AAAAAAAAAAAA CEASE!!!

Haha

Sent by Freodore at 1:43 PM

thumbs down emoji

😂 1

I do have a question for you

Sent by Freodore at 1:44 PM

answer!

You moved Twitter accounts?

Sent by Freodore at 1:45 PM

oh yeah

that one wasn’t rlly mine tbh

it was the company who managed it

i got to see like nothing

Sent by you at 1:45 PM · Seen

Ah I see.

The contract must have been pretty restrictive as to limit your digital footprint.

Sent by Freodore at 1:46 PM

like u wouldn’t believe

or

i guess u would but

you get what im saying

Sent by you at 1:46 PM · Seen

I do. That’s why I’m glad your out of that

Sent by Freodore at 1:47 PM

wth…

thank u

i’m gonna cry

You really don’t need to do that.

Don’t cry???

Sent by Freodore at 1:48 PM

too late

i’m just a little guy

i’m just a small little kaelix

sobsuu

🙄

Sent by Freodore at 1:49 PM

heh

Sent by you at 1:49 PM · Seen

Notes:

Thank you for sticking around for this fic!! I hope you enjoyed it! Honestly in hindsight this should have been even longer ?? But whoa. It was so much to code! Thanks again to kaestudies for allowing me to use his art for the discord icons, and to the amazing coders on ao3 that have made their resources available for anyone to use.

Here is worldbuilding that I couldn’t find a way to include in the fic, but impacted the writing of it anyway:
- Seible and Zeal were acquainted a long time ago as children due to their family circumstances, but weren’t close until Seible left his family. They ran into each other by chance when Seible was setting up the live-house, and bonded over their shared circumstances~
- Zeal doesn’t really use social media… Kaelix had accounts, but mainly uses private ones! In the future, they would open socials to the public!
- Despite being called “opening night”, it wouldn’t be until a few months pass that BTB really becomes established in its community. So if we were to put this in the debut timeline, debut happens at least 4~ months after this fic (though they don't become livers in this world)
- Fic written after the reveal that all of BTB was using the original space of the live-house independently of each other, so now it’s canon divergent haha
- Mentioned before but mentioned again here, I’ve written BTB as their characters, not as livers/real life people!!

Code Credits:
Twitter Profiles: Twitter Work Skin: Tweets & Profile (newest layout) by starskin

Tweets + texting:
Twitter Work Skin Template by etc e tal (pe_pe_peperoncinocandy)

Discord:
2023 Discord Theme Workskin by TrojanTeapot

Letters:
How to Mimic Letters, Fliers, and Stationery Without Using Images by La_Temperanza

Articles:
Decorations for Fic (HTML/CSS): Fan Art, Dividers, Embedded Songs, and More by Jnsn

Yelp review:
[Work Skin] Yelp Reviews by kiwiana

Sticky notes:
Sticky Notes on AO3 Without Using Images by La_Temperanza