Okay, Karin. We'll do the reshoot of your dance today.

All right. I'll do it after I warm up.

Okay. Let me know when you're done! I'll go and get ready too.

Got it. See you later.

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One, two, three, four. One, two, three, four…

*Sigh* Something's off. Am I nervous? Me, of all people?

Why do I feel this way when I'm used to showing off my moves in front of a crowd?

Maybe it really is because the promo video this time around is special.

This seems like it will be one of many turning points…

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Aw, and I was so confident.

If I can't win over the audience, I want to at least get a better score.

I… I have to work even harder.

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I somehow started as a school idol after a certain someone invited me. It was that moment that changed what school idols meant to me.

Up until then, I thought I was kind of pulling it off and I thought I could continue on.

But I was so clueless…

I hated losing to Eli, but it made me stronger.

I focused on my strengths and improved them, and I even had the courage to truly lay bare everything I have.

I had many experiences in the Club and then in the Association. I've grown, both as Karin Asaka and as a school idol.

There you are! Found you, Karin!

We were looking for you!

Huh? What's the matter?

Well, we were all worried because you left with such a solemn look on your face.

Are you nervous about today's reshoot? Because I took some TOTALLY adorable shots today!

Huh?

What's with that lifeless response?!

After I went outta my way to cheer you up! Whatever! Hmph!

I-I'm sorry. You were looking out for me?

Kasumi… You of all people are being considerate like this…? You've really grown…

Just keep on piling on the rudeness, ugh! Seriously now!

But I SUPPOSE I'm glad that you seem to be okay!

Little Kasumi was kicking up such a fuss. She was going on about how you weren't around and that you might be off crying because you were so worried.

Your pal Lanzhu has to go and save you if you're in trouble, right? That's why we came looking for you.

Crying…? It's not like I was in such dire straits.

But I guess I really was kinda nervous.

*Giggle* Though I've forgotten about that too now.

I knew it was a good thing that we came! You should just admit it!

Yeah. Thanks, Kasumi. *Giggle* I'll give you a hug to say thanks.

Agh, I can't breathe! You're surprisingly strong…

*Sigh* So nice and smooth!

Huh? What is?

Karin's skin. I wanna stay totally glued to her!

And she's not all about soft skin. She smells nice too if you hug her real tight.

That's not fair, Kasumi! I'm gonna hug her too!

Me too!

*Laugh* Come on, it hurts if you squeeze that much!

I'm happy I became a school idol. I've made such wonderful friends.

That's why I won't back down. I want to continue being someone who all of you say is amazing too.

We always think that about you because we truly believe it, Karin.

Thanks. But save those words for a bit later. I'll impress you some more with today's shoot.

This body of mine that you guys complimented me on is my greatest charm and I'm proud of it. I've got it to thank for all of the things I've achieved and can do.

Watch as I show off my ultimate, undefeatable forms of expression using everything I have!

[Fade in/out.]

Sorry to keep you waiting. Let's get rolling on the shoot!

Did something happen, Karin? Your vibe seems kinda different…

*Giggle* All I did was do as you said and had another look at where I came from.

All right, let's get started. I'm going to steal your gaze, your heart, and your everything with the best performance ever!