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-ˋˏ EPISODE ONE, PART ONE ˎˊ-

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CHECKMATE DORMS ,, 09:00AM

The video begins with logo and the words "" under it, which slowly fade into a black screen.

Then, a clock appears, showing 09:00 am, and the sound of an alarm clock echos.

The screen changes, showing a girl rubbing her eyes with one hand and adjusting the camera a bit.

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[ whispering ] Hello! It's still too early, but we have a lot to do today...

More alarm clocks go off in the background.

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Everyone will be waking up soon-

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Shouldn't you introduce yourself first for this video?

Another girl joins, looking sleepy as well.

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Ah that's right! I'm - Wait, don't they already know us?

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Today, , and I will be filming something exciting!

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Where is though?

The two of them stand up and make their way towards the room is sharing with and . is holding the camera and turns it to show a sleeping in an otherwise empty room.

caption: "sleeping beauty meiling"

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[ turning the camera back to her ] I heard her alarm go off earlier...she always oversleeps, it's a struggle to get her up...

While is exposing , is already trying to wake up the younger by shouting in her ear. ENYO bursts out laughing, before joining in an attempt to wake up , who just seems to keep sleeping peacefully.

『The image fades and the screen turns black again, before revealing an empty practice room. 』

A well-known song is playing in the background and another girl comes into the frame, taking a seat on the floor. She waves at the camera smiling brightly.

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Hi, hello!

She laughs a bit awkwardly before continuing to explain what is going on, very excited about what she's doing.

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As you can see, we have a free day today and we decided to film this as a special gift for you Knights!

Caption: "finally someone who explains what's happening!"

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I don't know about the other members, but there's this song I wanted to cover. You probably know it, since it came out recently, and it's already one of my favorites.

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I hope you will enjoy this as much as I do!

She holds the camera in her hands as she stands back up, now walking towards the music system, and choosing a playlist with songs that are suitable for warming up. She then tries to find a good spot to stabilise the camera.

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Always make sure that you warm up first, to avoid any accidents!

The video shows multiple clips of practising in front of the large mirror. logo can be seen on one of the walls through the mirror. The original sound is muted so as not to reveal the song, as it's meant to be a surprise for the fans.

『The screen fades to black once again, and a clock appears, now showing 10:00 am, before changing back to show two girls walking in the street. One of them is holding the camera with a stick so they can both be in the frame, while the other is too focused on arriving at their destination.』

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Hello! Welcome! I'm now outside with ! [ whispering ] Say hi!

lifts her head from the phone she is holding and waves at the camera with her free hand.

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Hi, hi!

shows the screen of the phone, revealing a map.

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We still don't know our way around here that well, and we use a map! We are going to the market to buy-

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Hey, don't spoil everything!

Hearing words, can't help but roll her eyes, as lets out a sigh.

Caption: "What are they planning?"

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Ah okay okay, wants this to be a secret, but I'll give you a small h-

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Should we take the bus or subway?

asks randomly, interrupting RYUJIN on purpose once again, not wanting her to reveal anything yet, as she wants the viewers to follow along with what they have prepared for the day. It seems as most of the members are preparing surprises, either for their fans or for each other, during their free day.

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Rock paper scissors to decide?

nods in agreement, and the two prepare themselves for a battle of rock, paper, scissors, both trying to look serious and not burst out laughing instead. They decide on just one round to help them make a quicker decision. brings rock, while puts out paper. With as the winner, they start heading towards the subway in order to reach their desired destination.

The girls keep filming, enjoying themselves until they arrive at the station, and the video shows everything in fast forward.

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We're finally here!

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[ looks around fascinated ] Woah~! It's crowded!

turns the camera to film the area and the people quickly passing by since they're in a rush

The time stamp changes once again, showing 11 am. The image changes to one of a recording studio. Another CHECKMATE member is there. What is she preparing?

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Hi, hi! I'm main vocalist, and today I will be preparing a special cover for all of you Knights!

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I've been singing from a very young age. Music is very important in my family, and I basically grew up with it as a huge part of who I am and what I want to do. And that's why I wanted to mainly showcase my vocal skills through what I will be doing today.

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I chose one of my favorite songs to cover just for all of you! I will also be getting some help. I haven't recorded all alone before, without the rest of the girls, but everyone in the staff is so nice, they make me feel less nervous, so I'm pretty sure the result will be more than satisfying.

laughs a bit, before going into the booth, to begin recording. The video focuses on the girl, as she goes through the lyrics and familiarizes with the music, while also receiving a variety of comments with feedback and details from the staff who are currently helping her record.

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performed by raemi.

[There should be a GIF or video here. Update the app now to see it.]

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Woah... you did well

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(shyly smiling) ah... thank you!

These are just a couple of things that can be heard by some members of the MIDNIGHT ENT. staff, encouraging and guiding her before--and later on, throughout--the recording.

seems to be getting more comfortable, as she finally begins the official recording. The shot is cut and slowly blurring and fading.

The video changes, showing 3 girls outside. It's and , who have finally gotten ready and left the dorms of MIDNIGHT ENT. to begin their "free day" adventure. (the time stamp doesn't change since it's still the same as before.)

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We are finally outside!

The three of them start cheering and laughing, as they keep walking, and it is very obvious that they're enjoying themselves a lot.

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Today, I have something very special planned for MEI and XIA. [ whispering to the camera ] Even though they'll probably hate me for this!

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She said it was a place and I should visit, but she just dragged us outside without even giving us any hints!

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Stop complaining, you'll definitely like it!

and exchange worried looks after hearing words, not knowing or feeling mentally prepared for what the older has prepared for them.

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I have to admit, and her plans are terrifying

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IS terrifying. Period.

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But why are you scared children? We're just going to my favorite place!

There are even more worried looks exchanged and confused expressions drawn on the faces of the two younger girls, as they still can't understand where is about to take them.

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What? You already have the hints!

A caption appears with the question: "what's favorite place?👀"

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JUST TELL US ALREADY!

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Okay, okay! So, today we will be visiting...an aquarium!

Both and seem very excited, after the revelation of the destination has chosen, too excited that they have the chance to go on a short tour and see a bit more of the place. seems to be very familiar with the streets as she acts like the small group's guide and explains things, which are mostly related to the aquarium they are visiting and of course, fish.

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just knows too much about fish...

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She loves fish too much...once she spent hours talking about fish and her collection, and showing us pictures...

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[ laughs a bit, before nodding ] Good old trainee days!

Upon arriving at the aquarium, the image on the screen fades to black. Now the time shows 12 pm. The camera is focused on a door with the words "Recording Studio" on it.

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I finished filming my dance cover, so I'm here to see how RAEMI is doing!

She opens the door slowly, and enters, trying not to interrupt the people working. She is greeted by the staff who seem happy to see her there. She films , doing her a close up from where she is standing, before turning the camera back to her.

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[ whispering ] is doing a cover, since she really likes singing...I think we were the only members who haven't gone outside so far...

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It sounds amazing...as expected of our main vocalist! I really think everyone in has really great vocals...

After a while, is also done with her cover, and leaves the booth. She thanks everyone kindly for their help and guidance before noticing also being there. She widens her eyes in surprise, since she wasn't expecting to see her in the recording studio.

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Oh- What are you doing here? Are you also recording?

shakes her head in negativity as the answer to question and the editors have also added cute sounds as she does so. places one arm around shoulder, as she enters the frame too.

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So did you also hear me while recording?

nods as she gives a very excited thumbs up, and lips curve into a wide smile.

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It sounded great, don't worry! As expected from our !

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Everyone is so supportive! I really love all the girls, I trust their feedback and they have helped me improve a lot-

The both of them burst out laughing at how formal she's being, but immediately try to go back to looking serious in front of the camera.

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We have?

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Yeah you have! I mean, when we don't mess around-

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Okay we aren't really good at explaining this!

The both of them end up laughing even more before the scene changes once again.

The scenery is way different than the one of a recording studio or a busy street; it's a more picturesque one with small stores here and there and a few people passing by.

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Something smells really great!

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I know right!? Can we go to that place?

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[ looks at RYUJIN as if she had just betrayed her ] No.

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Oh right, the market-

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[ to the camera, as she shakes her head in disappointment ] She really had to spoil it for everyone... and I are visiting a street market today!

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We are almost there! It was idea, actually. I don't know why she chose this place-

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I don't know either, I just really felt like coming here today!

The both of them exchange looks and laugh, as continues what she originally wanted to say.

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...but I think it'll be fun. And we're here already!

The camera now shows a street market with many stands on both sides, while the street is flooded with people trying food, shopping and of course, enjoying themselves.

The video ends here as the screen turns black with logo appearing and part one of the first episode ends.

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first girl group is finally up! writing for

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