You look so stiff! Are you nervous?

Yeah… This is the first time I've ever experienced an event of this scale. I've been nervous ever since I woke up.

There's no point getting all nervous now. You've come this far, so all you can do now is just go with the flow.

I'm sorry. You guys have to stand on stage, so you must be way more nervous than me.

You don't have to apologize for anything. Try to relax a little!

These chances don't come around too often, so it'd be a waste to not enjoy it for what it is!

Your experience on big stages is really showing through right now. You're all so confident.

I get nervous no matter how many times I do this. My heart is pounding out of my chest right now.

What do you do when that happens to you?

Hmm… I close my eyes and imagine what lies beyond my nerves. I picture all of the fun that's waiting for me when my nervousness disappears.

*Giggle* Experiencing that once gets you completely hooked.

Your pounding heart leads you to a world of sparkles!

Heh heh heh, being showered with the sound of my little demons cheering for me in anticipation of my appearance always feels amazing.

We've worked so hard for today, so showing off the fruits of our labor is gratifying in itself.

And nothing tastes better than a meal after singing your heart out at a live show!

I know it's a little late to be asking this now, but is it really okay for μ's and Aqours to step aside and have us open the show?

A little late indeed. We gave you guys that role because we knew you could handle it. You should take more pride in your abilities.

She's right. Besides, everyone'll have their eyes focused on me, so you don't need to overthink things. Just do what you normally do.

Be careful about getting too cocky or you might trip!

Knowing Kasumi, that might just happen. Rina-chan Board says, “Stare.”

I won't! Because the legend of Kasumin, the cutest school idol in all of Japan, begins now!

Kasumi's legendary faceplant, you mean?

What kind of legend is that?!

The show will be starting soon, everyone. We have to go on even if the nerves leave us in tears, so why not smile instead? Let us take to the stage with beaming smiles on our faces.

No matter how nervous I might be, I'll break out into a smile when I see the faces of everyone eagerly waiting for us!

That's right. Smiles make school idols!

Exactly! Come on! Smile, smile! Nico-Nico-Ni! Together now!

N… Nico-Nico-Ni!

I can't hear you! Again! Nico-Nico-Ni!

Nico-Nico-Ni!

I knew you could do it if you tried! That's the spirit.

*Laugh* All right, I'm gonna go have a look at what the crowd's like.

See you later!

[Fade in/out.]

Whoa, this is incredible. There are so many people here to see us. This isn't a dream, is it?

There's still some time before the event starts, but the venue's already steaming hot. I should go ask them to turn up the AC.

(Our dream has finally become a reality. Everyone here is looking forward to seeing us.)

(They're all waiting eagerly for the opening act to begin. I'll watch over everything from start to finish!)

Hello. You were the one who messaged me, right?

Hm?

I'm Kaoruko. I guess this is our first time meeting face-to-face.

Oh, you're Kaoruko?! N-Nice to finally meet you! Thank you so much for coming to see us today!

I was surprised to hear that the School Idol Festival was being held again.

It must've been really hard to bring back something that was brought to an end. Great job. I'm going to make sure I enjoy myself today.

Yes, I'm sure it will be an amazing event, so please enjoy yourself from start to finish!

By the way, do you happen to know where your school's student council president is? Do you think I'd be able to catch her if I went to the school council room?

The student council president? Well, a new president was elected not long ago. Her name is Shioriko Mifune. Is she the person you're after?

Ah, yep. I'm actually looking for Shioriko.

I think Shioriko is in the dressing room right now. Um, are you an acquaintance of hers?

Huh? Oh, that Shioriko. She didn't mention anything, huh? Well, I'm… Actually, it'd probably be more interesting if I stayed quiet if that's how it is. Yeah, I know her.

If that's the case, how about I show you to the dressing room?

That's okay. I'll meet her sooner or later if I stick around here. Sorry for bothering you while you're so busy. Go and knock this event outta the park!

I will! Please enjoy yourself!

[Fade in/out.]

Oh, you're back! Hey, did you see how the place looked? I was shocked by how many people are here!

Yup, I sure did. That sight'd knock the socks off anyone. But the thought of having that many people be so excited to see us filled me with joy.

We gotta give it all we've got to make sure everyone here feels glad that they came!

Okay, it's time we take to the stage. Let's go.

Time to break a leg, zura!

Have fun out there!

Yup! Make sure to watch us from the audience!