Hm, the cafeteria here is pretty modest.

Isn't that Lanzhu?

Ni hao. What've you got there?

It's the daily lunch special.

What? That is? That's barely a pile of crumbs. Do just two or three dishes really fill you up?

Whatever, who cares. I wanted to let you know that our Shizuku has been improving a lot. Though that's to be expected since she and I are besties.

Really? I'm glad that Shizuku is doing her best.

Ai, Karin, and Shioriko are all improving amazingly fast. They have the latest equipment and training regimens. And of course, they also have me with them.

Yes, they do. I'm really excited to see everyone perform.

Don't you have something else to say?

Something else? Ah, the shoelaces on Shizuku's practice shoes are pretty worn out. Please make sure to talk to her about it.

That's not what I meant!

Sorry for making you wait! The line was really long, so…

Huh? Lanzhu?

What're you doing here?! You're in for a world of hurt if you're here to pick on the Prez!

*Laugh* I'm fine, Kasumi. She was just letting me know how Shizuku is doing with the Association.

Ohhh, is she doing all right?

She's doing incredibly well. Setsuna, Kasumi, Kanata, you should come check out the Association sometime too. Once you do, you'll never want to leave.

I'll never ever go there! I'd rather be with Prez!

*Sigh* Even that expression looks adorable on you, Kasumi.

Flattery won't get you anywhere!

F-For now, why don't we find a seat rather than standing around?

Ayumu! Emma! Rina! You three should come and take a look at us, too. I want to show you the perfect facilities I have lined up.

Umm, I'm actually… Er…

We're busy having a top-secret discussion, I'm afraid…

A top-secret discussion about what?! Let me in on it too!

Well now, this is a rare sight.

Are you trying to invite them to the School Idol Association?

Yep! Isn't this a great chance for everyone? They'd get to spend all the time in the world with me.

She's seriously self-confident. I'm actually kinda jealous.

Kanata! Why stop at “kinda?” Feel free to be incredibly, stupendously jealous of me.

All right. I'm…jealous.

*Giggle* This makes us besties, then!

She's just as powerful off the stage as she was on it.

She really is. She's powerful enough that she leaves you feeling completely amazing.

To be fair, Lanzhu has the skills to back up all her talk.

She does…

It must be fate that you've all gathered around me! Today is the perfect day to invite you all to the special lunch buffet I prepared.

Oh, but I already started eating.

Me too. Hasn't everyone already bought their food?

It would be a waste to not eat what we bought.

Ahhh, that's too bad. Just so you know, you can come to my buffet anytime. Just show up if you're still hungry after your lunch. You could even drop by tomorrow!

[Fade in/out.]

Shizuku, is there anything at all here that you find lacking?

Not at all! This place has everything I could ever ask for. There's still so much I have left to try.

Are you sure? If there is ever anything you need, please don't be afraid to ask me.

Thank you, I will.

Heeey, no keeping secrets.

We are not keeping secrets. I was simply checking if there was anything causing her discomfort.

There's no way anything here could upset her. Look at how incredible this place is!

Exactly. I arranged this practice space myself, so it's guaranteed to be the finest there is.

It's not only the locale that's impressive, though. Do you not see a perfect performer standing before you?

Of course, Lanzhu, you're just as perfect as the practice space. Your performances are flawless.

*Giggle* I knew you'd get it, Shizuku.

Which reminds me, I've got an errand for you, Shioriko. Can you take care of the permit for our next live show?

Ahh, yes, that's right. I'll head to the student council room.

[Fade in/out.]

A live show permit?

Uh, umm, Ai, Karin, about the club's live shows being banned…

I know what you're trying to say, Shizuku.

We said the same thing to Lanzhu…

Yeah. Lanzhu really thinks it would be best for everyone to come to the Association.

I see.