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Step Jun, Step Jun, Step Jun

Come on, come on, come on

Step

J

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Hai!

I sensed you on a secret frequency

and was captivated by your radiance

And seeing you with my million-bit vision

The circuits of my heart

Ah, they're going wild!

The forces of love move me as they will

So I've embraced the mystery

If it's for the sake of the one you love

Why, there's nothing you couldn't do!

Oh, the heartful, heartful mechanic

the slightest movements of a pure heart

The heartful, heartful mechanic

makes true your dream-colored heartbeats

Step Jun, Step Jun, Step Jun!

Your hot desire! Come on, come on, input!

The Medical Exam of Love and Tears

You gotta be kidding.

She makin' some more weird junk?

She's quite a hoot, I'd have to say!

Yay! Yay!

Yippee!

Yay!

This is the bestest bag ever!

With these added propellers, we can go patch up Zero no matter where he is.

Wait for me!

Hey Jun! Zero showed up at the restaurant.

Really?

He brought his grandma with.

Thank you so much, Kichinosuke!

Yay!

Oops, I broke.

We'll have you fixed in a jiffy!

Jun!

Looks like that Zero kid's got a soft side to him after all!

Out havin' lunch with his ol' Grams.

Hey Daddy, can I take care of this order?

Huh?

You sure you wanna --

It's fine, just leave it to me!

You sure you're gonna be all right?

Of course she is! We'll do anything for the one we're sweet on.

With that said, my dear, I wonder what you'd be willing to do for me?

What are you saying, my love?

At any time, I am at your beck and call...

to prepare you a plate or two of omurice.

- Jun, I'm here to help! - Me too!

Sounds good! Mind breaking some eggs?

- You got it, baby! - Yay-ay!

Eggs, where are the eggs...

I must break you!

Smash it good!

What are you doin', smashin' all the eggs?!

Oh my goodness --

I have to break some eggs!

Ah! What do you think you're doing?

What I'm supposed to, breaking eggs!

But I'm making omurice!

How is this helping anything?

But you told me to break some eggs!

I'm not at fault here, dang it!

Stop picking on big brudder!

The eggs need to be broken into this bowl!

Ah, I see.

Man, cooking is hard work!

Let's get out of here.

Yay-ay!

Sure takin' their sweet time.

How unseemly to have your stomach rumble so.

That's your stomach, ain't it?

Oh, it absolutely isn't! It just has to be yours.

Thank you so much for waiting!

Ah, finally! We're starvin' away here!

...The heck is this?

Omurice! It's my special version.

You gotta be kiddin' me! You just tossed some eggs on top of chicken rice!

I did kind of mess it up!

This is quite delicious, Jun-chan!

Really!

Your heart and soul really does add to the flavor.

Listen, you gotta work on your presentation, got it?

I'm really sorry.

- Thank you for waiting! - For waiting, pico!

Today's extra-special menu!

It'll put pep in your step!

The heck is this weird crap?

Summer vegetables sauteed in the finest oil!

Please, enjoy!

S-Summer veggies...?

This is a sunflower, ain't it?!

I'm the one who picked it!

And that ain't all...

This thing reeks of motor oil.

Yes of course! We pride ourselves on only using the finest oil.

Who the hell could eat this crap?!

What the hell, Grams, you're eatin' mine?

If it's not to your liking, I'll gladly take it off your hands.

You gotta be kiddin'.

'Sides, it ain't good for a woman of your age to eat so damn much!

But wouldn't you say that a healthy appetite is a sign of health?

You want to steal away one of the few joys I have left in the world?

Keep talkin', it ain't gonna work!

- Agh!!! Damn sunflower... - Please, enjoy!

Oh, why thank you --

What on earth is wrong with you? That darling Kichinosuke just...

- I said no, dammit -- - You've done it now!!!

Whattya doin', ya punk-ass?

Enough already!

I sure do wish I could eat my fill...

Zero's grandmother is as fit and healthy as my grandfather, huh.

That's right!

She'll be so happy if I build her a massager!

The Heartful Miss Jun

Darling grandmother, I've brought you something wonderful!

- Whatever could it be? - Why, it's a massager!

Oh, how wonderful!

Why, I'd be ever-so-overjoyed if you ended up Zero's bride!

Oh my goodness, Grandma dear, look at you carry on!

...What am I even doing? That was completely ridiculous.

Juuuuuun!

Huh? ...Ah!

Coming back empty-handed from your shopping chores once again!

Th-Th-Th-Th-This is horrible!!!

What is?!

Horrible!!!

You stupid... what?!

Hop on, Jun!

N-Now you just hold on -- AHH!!!

Can you just give me a reason for this already?!

Later!!!

Here goes!!!

Zero's grandmother has been hospitalized?!

Yes! At Shitamachi Emergency Hospital!

Okay Yukinojo! Time to power-up!

Okay, big brudder!

Stop this at once!

No, stop!!!

We're going over the speed limit, Kichinosuke!!!

AGGGH!!! Stop this crazy thing!

I've got you!

I'm so glad you came all this way just to visit me!

You look like you're just fine, what exactly is going on?

Well, I had myself quite the dream last night!

You know, I'm always at my happiest when I'm stuffing my face.

And down my throat they went...

When I woke up, I was missing a false tooth!

It looks like I ended up swallowing it.

That's awful!

I'm not really the biggest fan of hospitals, but Zero dragged me here against my will.

I'll be staying overnight to keep my eye on you!

Oh, you will?

Yo, Jun! You showed up too?

Listen to this, Zero! Jun said she'd be kind enough to stay overnight with me!

Huh...?

Allow me to burst your bubble!

So uh... this here's the hospital director.

Our hospital prides itself on its round-the-clock patient care,

so overnight stays are strictly forbidden!

You're kidding, that's a doctor?

What a weirdo.

I'll ask the peanut gallery keeps its comments to itself.

Eeek, he's so scary, big brudder!

You better not make Yukinojo cry!

Got it?

Ta-da...

The X-rays we took previously are finished.

A good job, if I do say so myself.

So what seems to be the problem?

Well, I'm afraid there's no false tooth to be found.

I'd like to do a thorough examination, so I'll ask she stay another couple of days.

Oh dear, where's her stomach?!

Whoops, there it is!

Hahaha! See you in few...

Guess that's the sorta crap you gotta pull if you wanna keep patient spirits high.

All that did was add to my anxiety.

Still, he didn't see any false teeth! That's good, right?

Not at all! That fellow is just a quack through-and-through!

This A/C not being fixed seems to be inviting hotter weather.

Well...

I hate to break it to you, director, but I think it's too far gone.

That bad, is it?

I don't think "bad" is quite the right word.

"Fatal" is more appropriate.

No bouncing back, is there.

Quite the pity...

Yes, it looks like it's the end for this one for sure.

Well shucks. I suppose we best throw in the towel.

They're throwing in the towel for me...?!

Welcome back! How did it go?

Jun-chan, my legs are a tad stiff, could I perhaps get a massage?

Yes!

Could you work my hips, too?

Sure!

Oh, this feels wonderful...

Oh? Where's Yukinojo?

She went off to play.

Ahhhh!!! What's with this robot?!

Kichinosuke! Tag in!

Oh, sure!

Pleeeeeeease!

No! Let go at once!

Ah! Yukinojo!

- I want it!!! - Let go right now!

I'm-I'm so sorry!!!

What's the problem, Grams?

Oh no!!!

Jeepers, I guess massages are bad for your health!

Are you all right?! Quick, call the doctor!

Yeah, sure! Hey Dr. Quack!

Dr. Quack!

Who are you calling a quack?!

How long is she going to be in there?

We're still not really sure.

Oh, is that so.

That's why I'll be spending the whole day with her tomorrow.

Yep, gotta rely on each other when times are tough!

You go do it.

She was doing so well yesterday, too!

Dear, you best watch out for your health, too.

Okay! Time for bed.

I have to keep doing my best tomorrow!

Good morning! Hope you're doing well!

Oh no!!!

Kichinosuke, go call Zero!

S-Sure!

And Yukinojo, go get the doctor!

Now that was rough!

You're all right!

Ah Jun-chan! Now don't you fret.

I was plum tuckered out after eating some daifuku mochi I bought in secret!

But things are all settled now.

Oh my, that was quite the shock...

For pete's sake, I feel great for someone who's supposed to be at death's door!

Could you work my leg, dear?

Yes, your leg!

And goodness, only rice porridge for meals?

Of course I'd want some daifuku!

Okay, let's move on to my arms.

Sure! Off to your arms.

Well, I think you better work my hips instead.

No, my legs.

But oh, my shoulder is stiff!

Okay, I hear you...

I'm beat!

- Something you'd like to say? - Oh no, nothing at all!

Is that so! Then you should tackle the soles of my feet next.

Here they are, ready for your healing touch!

...O-Okay!

Is this fine?

Oh, that feels so nice...

Well hello there, my dear...

There you are, my love!

So? Does this negligee suit me?

It's the exact same kind as Marilyn Monroe's!

Thank goodness she fell asleep...

- Where's Zero? - Wasn't home.

He was out?

Probably out havin' a ball somewhere.

You're kidding! That can't be it!

- Did you really call him? - I sure as heck did!

You can leave him out of this!

O-Oh, hello there!

Is it time for another massage already?

Thank you for the offer, but I'm feeling fully relaxed already!

Banzai!

N-No need to hold back on our accounts!

I sure do love giving massages!

I do have another request I'd like to ask instead.

Is that a look of displeasure on your face, I wonder?

Oh goodness, displeasure? You must be joking!

You're sure?

I have to say, I've come down with a sudden craving for a sushi roll.

U-Understood! I'll go buy you one right away.

Buy one, you said?

Ah! I mean make you one!

Yukinojo, I'll need your help, all right?

And Kichinosuke, you stay here and keep an eye on her, okay?

Y-Yeah, got it!

So, your hip still botherin' you?

I think I've had my fill of your massage technique.

I have to say, she's really become quite demanding as of late.

I wonder what's going on?

Is "demanding" something bad?

Well, it's certainly not a good thing.

I can understand her feeling lonely,

but all of the blame for that goes to Zero!

Don't you agree? He hasn't visited her once!

Unforgivable, pico!

Yeah, that's right!

- An enemy to all women! - To women everywhere!

- He's a horrible monster! - A monst...

I really wouldn't go that far.

Is this okay?

Yes! Okay!

Sorry to keep you waiting!

I'm still not sure if I did a good job, but I hope you enjoy it!

She's currently off being examined!

And what did you bring her to eat, I wonder?

A-Ah, well... Sushi rolls...

Sushi rolls?!

Sneaking in contraband foodstuffs is no good at all!

I did think her diet as of late had been rather odd.

Daifuku mochi, really?

I'm sorry.

Well, no matter! Off with you!

Okay.

But maybe leave the sushi rolls?

What on earth is Zero doing, anyway?

Here, give me a ride up there.

Heck no! Just ride the darn elevator!

I can't believe you, Kichinosuke!

What if he's been tied up by a burglar?

Not like that's gonna kill him.

Stop quibbling and just do it already!

Fine, got it.

Power up!

Don't get scared, now!

Zero!

When the heck did you get up here?

So you're content to sit and read manga while your grandma's in the hospital?

Got round-the-clock care, don't she?

Even if that's the case, you should go and visit her at least once!

Meanwhile, I'm watching over her with all my heart!

Free country, ain't it?

I see.

So this is the kind of person you are.

I really thought you were better... But that's my mistake.

I hate you!

Oh, you do, do ya? Fine, suit yourself.

You and I are completely through!

Let's go, Kichinosuke!

She's through with you, got it!

Wh-Whattya doin', you lunatic?!

The heck is her problem.

I really am a useless and foolish girl after all.

And that's a fact...

It's just like Zero said.

Going above and beyond was my choice.

And that's not all...

The whole reason I did it was so Zero would end up sweet on me.

It's not like I was actually worried about her deep in my heart.

Don't cry, Jun!

Please don't cry!

Thank you -- huh?

These are my socks...!

Cheer up, Jun!

It's all right!

Well, it won't be that easy, but...

Hey, you two wouldn't mind going to check on her again, would you?

For what?

I'm hoping you could ask if there's anything else I can do for her.

You got it!

I see!

I really would like a negligee like Marilyn Monroe used to wear.

...Huh?

...You got it.

Jun! I brought some tea, why not take a break?

Thank you so much!

I really hope that she ends up liking it.

Oh my!

You very much went out of your way to make this for me! Thank you!

It's not exactly like the ones Marilyn Monroe used to wear, unfortunately.

I'm so happy...

Jun-chan, you really are a considerate and warm-hearted young lady.

Oh, I don't know...

Well, I've decided!

Jun-chan! You should become Zero's blushing bride!

WHAT?!

His bride...?

His blushing bride!

...Hey, so what's a bride?

O-Oh goodness!

I hate to admit it, but I was secretly testing you this whole time.

- What...? - Please don't get upset!

It appears that my time left on Earth is running rather short.

It can't be...

That's the reason I was being so demanding.

I really must apologize.

Please, that can't be true!

You seem so vivacious!

I'm aware that burdening a middle-schooler with this is probably a bridge too far.

So please, tell me a lie if you must.

If I can hear you agree to marry Zero,

I can go off to see my beloved husband with peace in my heart.

This is the last demand I'll make of you, Jun-chan.

Please, become Zero's bride someday...

Yo, Grams.

...Zero!

The heck you babblin' on about?

Time to go home.

What...?

Yo, Mr. Director!

Congratulations, Madam!

There isn't a single thing wrong with you!

You have yourself a completely clean bill of health.

Oh please, just tell me the truth!

I heard the actual diagnosis in front of your office.

"It's fatal, so don't bother", right?

My goodness, that was about my A/C!

Then...!

I'm actually fine?

That's right!

Even gettin' killed couldn't keep you down, Grams.

- Look. - What?

It's my false tooth!

But why do you have it?

Time to come clean...

I actually found this in Gram's room before luggin' her to the hospital.

Musta sneezed it out when you were fast asleep.

But why didn't you see fit to tell her you found her false tooth?

Simple, she hates hospitals.

Got too much pride in her health, after all.

Figured this was my one chance to get her to agree to a full check-up.

So you did this on purpose for her sake?

Zero...

All of this for me?

Great news, huh? Not a single thing wrong with you.

Come on, Grams. What's with the tears?

Well Madam, I have this for you.

Is that a medical certificate?

Nope, it's a certificate of commendation!

"Certificate of Commendation"!

"Madam, this is an official certification that states that you are as fit as a fiddle!"

I'm glad it all turned out well for her.

Oh, that was delicious!

Could I perhaps have just a teensy bit more?

Here, sorry for the wait!

If I knew it'd end up like this, I'd have hid that damn tooth.

And hey, I thought the two of us were through?

O-Oh? Well, you know... It was my misunderstanding...

...I'm sorry!

Huh? What was that? Mind speakin' up?

I'M SORRY!!!

We're at the amusement park

On a date, eating ice cream

My crocodile tears are shining

in the illumination of the shuttle loop

But because of his warm kindness

I flash my practiced smile

But it's all a dream, isn't it?

Reality: 100% Hopeless Crush

Looks: Beep Beep Beep... 100

Sports: Beep Beep Beep... 100

Popularity: Beep Beep Beep... 120

That would be his data

Looks: Beep Beep Beep... 30

Sports: Beep Beep Beep... 20

Popularity: Beep Beep Beep... 10

And that would be my data...

*computer beeping*

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*computer beeping*

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On a dark and stormy night near summer's end,

just when it feels like a ghost will pop out!

But oh, it turns out it's just a lost cat!

But wait, it wants me to follow it?

But then I hear a bell go ding-a-ling-a-ling!

So scary!

It can't be, there's actually a ghost?

Hai! Step Jun!

"Spooked by a Spectre!"

Spooked by a Spectre

The Heartful Mechanic!