Phew. How was that? Do you think this will work as the song I sing for the music festival?

It was so good! I think that'll do just fine! And, how should I put this… I really do love your voice, Ayumu.

Huh?! Wh-What's gotten into you all of a sudden?!

*Chuckle* I just couldn't help myself after hearing you sing.

I'm getting all embarrassed hearing you say things like that…

But there's no reason for you to feel embarrassed!

W-Well maybe so… But you were so straight up about it!

*Giggle* Your singing voice really is lovely, Ayumu. I think you should be louder and prouder about it.

I'm sure everyone who hears you sing at the summer festival will think you have a lovely voice too!

Gosh. It's strange, but hearing you say that with such conviction actually has me thinking that you might be right.

Hmm, yep. I feel more confident now!

Yeah, that's the spirit! You've got your music festival song ironed out now, so all that's left is to wait for the actual performance!

Oh, speaking of that… Apparently, a lot of people are coming to this festival we're performing at.

So it seems. I heard that a lot of artists other than school idols will also be performing.

Oh, but it's not like I'm trying to pile on the pressure or anything like that!

It's all right. I mean, you'll be there to watch the show, after all.

If you're there in the audience watching me, I'm sure I can find you no matter how many people are there with you.

Then I'll be there cheering you on with all of my might!

*Chuckle* Your cheers really are something else.

They give me a warm feeling in my chest and blow away all of my fatigue!

I-I see.

Urgh…

Now I think I understand why you felt embarrassed earlier!

I've always got my eye on you, just like you're always watching me! Don't you forget that!

Hey, could you stick around for one more round of practice?

Of course. I'll stick around for as many rounds as you need me!

Thank you! I'm going to sing just for you now. I'd love for you to listen to me.