Maki and Riko performing together on one piano, huh? *Chuckle* Sounds like it's gonna be an amazing performance.

Eli-chi! You seem pretty happy. Were you thinking about the upcoming recital?

Yup, I'm just so happy that I get to see them play the piano together.

I wanted to go too, but other plans came up. Make sure you cheer them on for me as well, okay?

*Chuckle* Will do!

By the way, shouldn't you give them something after the recital? Do you have anything in mind?

Kasumi and I are planning on giving something to Maki, but we haven't decided on what just yet. I wonder what would make for a good present?

A bouquet of flowers? Or maybe something to commemorate the recital?

Right…

Okay, how about you put yourself in her shoes? Haven't you ever gotten any presents that made you particularly happy?

Something that made me happy? I suppose the bouquet of flowers I received at one of my ballet recitals.

That sounds nice. Who did you get them from?

I got them from my grandma when she came to see the recital. She picked out these light-blue roses. She said they were the perfect flowers for me.

Those flowers really made me happy. I took a picture with my grandma that day that I still absolutely cherish.

I wonder if it was the flowers themselves or my grandma's kindness that made it so special?

I bet it was both of those things!

Yeah… You're right. The flowers were filled with her love.

Maybe I'll give Maki some flowers too. I'll talk it over with Kasumi and pick out some that'll suit Maki best.

That's the spirit. I bet Maki will be happy with your choice too.

Thanks, Nozomi! Now I've got something else to look forward to before the recital.

And don't worry, I'll make sure I give her a bunch of support on your behalf too!

*Chuckle* With how passionate you're feeling about this recital, I don't think Maki and Riko have a thing to worry about.