[On the phone.]

…So, Yoshiko asked me to help her because she needed an extra hand.

Oh, you mean for the video that went up earlier? So, the person in the black robes who stood behind Yoshiko really was you then, Riko.

Huh? You knew it was me?! How embarrassing! I made sure that I was wearing a mask and had my hood covering my face and everything…

*Chuckle* You went through a lot of trouble for it, huh?

This isn't the time to laugh at me! That means anyone could watch it and tell it was me!

Oh, speaking of going through some trouble… Mari said that she wanted to have some time to refresh and relax since we've been practicing so much.

She invited all of Aqours to her family's party that night…in Kyoto, of all places.

A party to refresh and relax?! That's a little abrupt, isn't it? Though I guess Mari's parties are usually pretty extravagant affairs.

Yeah. It was held at a well-known, historic ryokan inn and, we all stayed over after the party as well. We went sightseeing with everyone the next day before we headed home.

Wow, what can I say? Sounds like you had a great time, Riko.

*Laugh* It was totally unexpected, but I figured it would have been a wasted opportunity if I didn't let loose a little.

Oh, speaking of waste… Chika totally didn't realize that the mikan juice she's been obsessed with recently has gone on sale at her local supermarket.

She ended up buying some for way more money at a different supermarket, then she came crying to me about it.

[Fade in/out.]

I'm glad that everyone seems to be so happy. I haven't seen you all in a while, so I've been thinking about you a lot.

I'm happy to hear that you're doing well too. You should come and visit if you have the time.

Yeah, I really want to… Would it be okay if I maybe did come over?

Of course, that sounds wonderful!

Even if I don't have a reason to?

No reason? Do you mean like, plans or?

Yeah. When I think back on it, we've always had a reason for me to go to Uchiura. Like to help you through a problem or prepare for the unit live show.

There was always some kind of thing that needed addressing, you know?

Now that you mention it, that sounds about right. I've caused you a lot of trouble when you've been here, haven't I?

It's no trouble at all! I'm just really happy that I was always able to help you!

*Giggle* Thanks.

You should come and visit. No troubles necessary. I want you to have fun around town and relax.

Okay! I want to have fun in Uchiura for sure.

I'll be your guide when you visit then. Even I, the relative newbie, know a bunch about Uchiura and Numazu now.

Really? I'm looking forward to it. I'll definitely come and visit!

I'll be waiting!