*Huff* *Huff* How… How was it?

It looked perfect! You sang and danced better than ever before!

*Chuckle* I'm relieved to hear you say that. I feel like I barely managed to pull everything together in time.

The quality of your performances has always been good, yet you're really showing what you're made of by going the extra mile. I can tell how pumped you are.

I just don't wanna put in a mediocre effort since I'm gonna be up on stage on behalf of the whole club. Also…

Also?

I want the incoming students to see just how fun being a school idol is!

Believe in yourself, Ayumu! I'm sure they'll see it that way!

Right!

You two are still here? Do you have any idea what time it is? I thought somebody had forgotten to turn off the lights.

Sorry, it just took a while to get the finishing touches ready for tomorrow.

I'm the one to blame here. It was me who wanted to stay a little longer after you suggested that we finish up.

For goodness sake, it's late. While I understand how dedicated to practice Uehara is, the two of you should really be headed home soon.

Okay, got it.

Are you still working this late, Shioriko?

I was doing some final checks to ensure nothing had been forgotten, as the school tour is tomorrow.

Really? Great job covering all the bases then, Shioriko.

The same goes for you. All of your help has at least halved the amount of work I originally needed to get done. You have made my job a lot easier.

I'm glad I could help.

While I am on the topic, could I ask you to join the student council? Your management skills are phenomenal. I am sure they would be of great use to the student council.

Sorry, but I love the school idol club. I can't see myself doing anything else.

If that is the case, I wouldn't mind if you shared your duties across the two roles.

I know you see value in my skills, but I'm not actually that competent. I can't juggle two roles at once.

I don't want to do things at half measures, so I want to completely devote myself to the school idol club right now.

Well then, what do you say about providing your assistance every so often?

Hmm… I guess that would be okay?

Thank you very much. Your help is much appreciated.

*Chuckle* We can't have you stealing our super club president, you know?

I have no intention of doing that. However, as a former temporary member of the club, I am merely seeking some of her assistance.

Could you two please cut it out now? You're making my cheeks burn up!

My deepest apologies. Well then, I am expecting the two of you to head…

Ah! Sorry! Let me go through everything just one last time.

Uh, isn't that what you said before you started dancing again last time?

This time I really, totally mean it!

Um… Is that okay, Shioriko?

I suppose you must do what you must. This is the absolute final time, okay?

Got it! Thanks!

[Fade in/out.]

I have high expectations for tomorrow's live show.

You feel the same way too?

All of her hard work would go to waste otherwise.

I heard you were the one who invited Uehara to be a school idol. Why her, exactly?

I watched everyone in the club during practice and, honestly… I believe she is the one least suited to being a school idol.

However, I heard she was the first person you invited. Why was that?

Ayumu has incredible abilities. We're childhood friends, so I know her potential because I've watched her ever since we were kids.

Are you saying she has hidden talents that I am not yet aware of?

That's how I feel, at least.

If that's what you say, then perhaps you are right.

*Huff* *Huff* What were you two chatting about?

We were just saying how tomorrow's guaranteed to be a success.

I see you are done now. I am assuming you two will finally get ready to…

Wait! Just one last time!

I believe we came to an agreement about this already, Uehara.

I know but… I wanna finish off by dancing with you, Shioriko.

With me?

I was captivated by how beautiful your dance movements are. I feel like I can dance in the same beautiful way when I have lessons with you. So…

Please, Shioriko?

Goodness me. There is no compromising with you two. This is absolutely and truly the final time. Do I make myself clear?

Yup! Thanks!