(The sea in Uchiura sure is beautiful. It's a deep blue as far as the eye can see, and it's nice and quiet today because the waves are calm.)

(Seeing a view like this makes me feel as though my gloomy heart is being calmed… Huh?)

*Gasp*

Gahhhhhh!

Phew. Huh? Well, if it isn't you.

K-Ka… Kanan! You scared me! A dark spot suddenly floated to the surface of the water, and… I thought it was a shark or something!

*Laugh* A shark? I haven't come across a shark yet. I went for a swim today since the weather's so nice and the sea is calm.

[Fade in/out.]

You sure do take your dips in the ocean like a casual stroll in the park.

And what are you doing out here on your own?

I was actually feeling a little worried about whether I'd be able to properly support all of Nijigasaki.

Everyone works so hard with their singing and dancing. They continue to grow before my very eyes, and I just don't know if I can keep up with them.

Is that so? But, oh… So that's why…

What is it?

I gaze at the sea when I'm feeling down, too. What's strange is that the sea is always calm and quiet during those times, almost like it's trying to comfort me.

Really? Then maybe it's the same for me today.

Yup. I bet the sea's trying to soothe your soul. It's telling you that it's okay and that you have nothing to worry about.

I see. Looks like the sea can see right through me. That's incredible.

I'd be thrilled if you grew to love the sea even more after feeling its wonder.

I already love the sea plenty as it is since it's something you love yourself, Kanan.

Whaaat? There you go again, casually dropping embarrassing lines. Have you cheered up now, then?

*Laugh* I think so. I've got the sea and you to thank for it. Thank you.

You're welcome. I'm glad you're feeling better now. I love you to bits, so I want you to always be smiling!