I got all my clothes, my wallet, remembered to buy souvenirs. What's left? Oh yeah, my phone charger!

(So much happened in Numazu.)

(I only came to ask Aqours a few questions, but then the festival and the typhoon happened. It was a busy few days, but so much fun.)

Did you get all your stuff together?

Hey Chika. Yeah, I got everything.

You didn't forget anything, did you? Sometimes guests leave their watches or phones, or even their house keys.

Nope, all good! My watch is on my arm, phone in my pocket, and my mom should be at home waiting for me, so I don't even have my keys.

What if your mom is out when you get home?

Oh. I guess I'd wait at Ayumu's house then.

*Giggle* That's your childhood friend who lives in the same complex, right? It must be nice having someone to rely on live so close to you.

*Chuckle* It is.

You helped me out a lot, too. It's almost become like my second home. I feel kind of sad leaving this place.

I'm sad, too. You've become almost like family while you stayed here.

Checking out?

Yes, please.

[Fade in/out.]

Hello.

Hey, it's Riko!

*Giggle* I decided to stop by. Going back to Tokyo?

Yeah. I'm taking the bus to the station pretty soon.

Hey, I'll go with you to the station.

Can I come?

Are you guys sure?

Of course! I was planning on doing this anyway.

[Fade in/out.]

Heeeey!

Hey everyone!

I came to see you off because I heard you were leaving for Tokyo.

You're really going back. I'll miss you.

I wanted to talk with you so much more, zura.

It feels like we've been living together in Numazu for years, so it's strange thinking that you're going to be leaving.

Everyone, thank you all for everything. You all welcomed me into your circle, even though you didn't know me.

Lift your head up. We should be the ones thanking you.

That's right. You helped us with the festival and even with writing the song. You saved our skin.

We were able to make such great memories because you were here.

Thank you for coming to Numazu and liking us so much.

You said we were shining, but what about you? Did you find your way to shine?

No, I'm not quite sure about my way yet. I'll find it eventually though.

Then, with our own way to shine in our hearts, we'll take on the School Idol Festival stage!

*Giggle* You have some guts to say that! I'm looking forward to it.

Nijigasaki is going to be a formidable foe.

Yeah, be ready for us! If you take us lightly because we're newbies, we'll rip the carpet out from under your feet!

Is that a declaration of war?

You bet!

Heh, the audacity of you to say such bold things before the likes of Yohane! A bold little demon you are.

So you ended up being a little demon after all, zura.

Now that the Summer Festival is over, it's time to get down to practice for the School Idol Festival so Nijigasaki doesn't beat us!

We'll meet again. Next time it'll be on the stage of our dreams!

Yeah, see you guys again!

[Fade in/out.]

After seeing μ's and Aqours' collab live show, my black and white world was brought to life in vivid color.

Like the sun, a jewel, or a rainbow after a storm, the school idols shone so brilliantly.

How do their songs grasp the hearts of the people so firmly? I needed to know the answer, so I came “here.”

Everyone in Aqours was so unique and interesting, and just like me and my friends, they really loved school idols.

Young girls that just want to work hard to make people happy with their songs.

Maybe that's why people are so touched by their music. They are driven to follow the music of miracles these girls produce.

A formidable foe, huh. We've gotta work hard so we really are.

I'm glad I met the members of Aqours. This experience will definitely help me write a new song.

Okay, time to go see μ's! If I can find out what their charm is, I'll be able to grow even more!

I might not see them if I just show up out of the blue though. I got lucky with Aqours, but this time I should plan ahead.

Maybe call in advance? That makes me so nervous though. It'd be great if they had an event where I could meet them. I should look up to see if they do.

Hmm. Of course nothing that convenient would be going on. Hm?

Wh-What is this?!