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- Chapter 1
- Chapter 2
- Chapter 3
- Chapter 4
- Chapter 5
- Chapter 6
- Chapter 7
- Chapter 8
- Chapter 9
- Chapter 10
- Chapter 11
- Chapter 12
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 14
- Chapter 15
Aya
Good morning!
Teacher
Good morning, Maruyama-san.
Aya
Hello! ... Hm? Is it just me again today?
Teacher
Yamato-san will be here in an hour. We just can't seem to find a good time for you girls to rehearse together. Until then, you'll have to keep practicing individually whenever you're free.
Aya
G-got it!
Aya
(Sigh... I want to see everyone so badly~. Still, if they're working hard, I should be too!)
Teacher
Are you ready? Let's begin!
Aya
Okay~!
Maya
Good morning~! Sorry I'm late!
Aya
Maya-chan~!! It's so good to see you~!!
Maya
Whoa! Wh-what's gotten into you?!
Aya
It's just been a while since I've gotten to practice with anyone...
Maya
You're right. Not only are we getting a lot more work as a band, but lately we've started getting solo projects as well.
Aya
What did you have going on today, Maya-chan?
Maya
A promotion event for a music store. Sigh~... I was so anxious... Being alone makes everything five times more nerve-wrecking.
Aya
I'm sure you did great, Maya-chan! I'll have to work extra hard so I can get more independent work too...!
Maya
That's the spirit...! Although, I'm a little worried about rehearsals for our joint concert coming up, if we're being honest...
Aya
I know what you mean... We didn't even know about this event until recently.
Hina
An idol event?
Staff
Yes! We just got an offer for Pastelā½Palettes to perform. It's kind of short notice...
Aya
"Idol FestivalāŖ"?! I know this event! Ayumi-san performed here before...!
Eve
You mean the same Ayumi-san you idolize so much, Aya-san?
Aya
Yup! She may have quit being an idol, but my dream is to become an even greater idol than Ayumi-san was!
Chisato
You even promised her you'd surpass her in person, didn't you? I'm sure you can do it... However...
Maya
Our schedule's already busy as it is... We'd probably have to practice in between all our other projects. Is that the idea?
Staff
Correct. Don't worry, we'll give you plenty of time to practice. However, you won't have as much time for group rehearsals...
Hina
Hm? It also says here that you want to promote our new single... Does that mean we're getting a new song?
Staff
Yes. An event this large could really work in our favor in terms of promotion... What do you girls think? Are you interested?
Chisato
I'm not sure... Especially considering the practice arrangement...
Hina
It's just one song, so no big deal, right? Just rehearsing the songs we already have is boring anyways.
Eve
Events like this don't happen every day. This is our chance to challenge ourselves! Let's give it everything we've got.
Hina
Exactly~. We should at least try. Right, Chisato-chan?!
Chisato
I-I suppose you're right... We might as well give it a shot, and see where it goes from there.
Aya
Well, we've already decided to participate, so we'll just have to push through, no matter what!
Maya
You're right. If Eve-san was here, she'd tell us "A warrior never goes back on their word."
Aya
Ahaha, yeah! Totally! Okay~! Talking to you has made me feel better! I'm going to do my best!
Maya
Yeah! And I'll be right there with you!
Aya
(This is my chance to stand on the same stage as that Ayumi-san did...! I knew it. If you work hard, dreams really do come true!)
Aya
(The rest of Pastelā½Palettes and I are going to put on the best show ever!)
Hina
Good morning~! Oh, everyone's here~!
Eve
Hina-san~! Good morning!
Hina
Whoa! Ahaha, it's Eve-chan's super-sized, special hug~! How are you?!
Chisato
It's only been a few days, but it feels like it's been ages since we've seen each other.
Aya
I know! I'm so glad we were all able to make it for practice today.
Maya
Alright, everyone's here, so let's get started!
Maya
Phew...! Looks like we have our existing songs down.
Chisato
Yes. Considering this is our first practice together in a while, I'd say we're doing just fine.
Chisato
The problem is the new song... With our schedules the way they are, I'm not sure we'll have time to perfect it as a group.
Eve
Are you worried, Chisato-san?
Chisato
Y-yes... Although I suppose there's no use fretting over something that doesn't exist. We'll just have to focus on our current line up.
Hina
Yeah! What's the point of worrying about stuff we don't have?! Ah, do you guys have anything planned after this?
Aya
Not particularly, no.
Chisato
I'm also done for today.
Hina
Yahoo~! Then let's go somewhere for tea and coffee! I miss talking to you guys. I've been so bored~.
Eve
That sounds fun! I want to talk with everyone too!
Maya
Oh~! You look so heroic here, Eve-san.
Eve
I can't believe I'm actually in my beloved Bushido Monthly! It's a dream come true~.
Aya
You look so happy in these pictures from your interview! I'm glad you had fun.
Chisato
What's this...? "Being in Pastelā½Palettes has helped me refine my bushido spirit."
Eve
Yes! If I hadn't joined Pastelā½Palettes, my bushido wouldn't be anywhere near the level it is today.
Hina
Ahaha. That's so Eve-chan! It's all about working on that spirit of yours!
Eve
Once I've perfected my bushido, I'd like to be in a historical drama!
Aya
Maya-chan, you and Hina-chan were on the cover of a music magazine, right? That's so cool~.
Maya
It's nothing special~... When the photographers came to take pictures of me practicing, they were surprised that I wear glasses.
Chisato
That makes sense. You're always wearing contacts on stage.
Maya
Yeah. I think this was the first time I've ever had my picture taken with glasses on. I actually felt kind of relaxed. Huhehe...
Aya
I've been practicing by myself a lot lately... Honestly, I've really missed you guys...
Aya
You're all doing so many interesting things though. I can't be sad about that!
Aya
After all, it's good to be busy. I have to work hard too.
Eve
That's true, but it's still very lonely...
Maya
Plus, it's nerve-wracking being by yourself, isn't it? I always wonder if I'm doing a good job as an idol.
Chisato
On the other hand, you might discover something that you wouldn't normally notice as part of a group. I'm sure you're anxious, but this is a great opportunity for growth.
Maya
That's true. Every job is a chance to learn something valuable. We have to try to take it all in.
Hina
Chisato-chan, don't you think doing stuff with Pastelā½Palettes is better though? Isn't it more fun with everyone around?
Chisato
It's not a matter of which is more fun. I'm just grateful that we're all getting lots of new opportunities.
Hina
Hm~, yeah, I don't get it. I just like being in Pastelā½Palettes. I don't really care about getting work.
Chisato
... Oh? It looks like the talent agency is calling. You'll have to excuse me.
Aya
Chisato-chan sure is busy...
Hina
Hey, Aya-chan, you like being in Pastelā½Palettes, right?
Aya
Y-yeah, of course I do. But I would like to get more solo work too.
Hina
Hmm~...
Hina
Whatever, I guess that's fine. You and I are different people. Same goes for Chisato-chan.
Maya
Hina-san...
Chisato
yes, this is Chisato Shirasagi speaking... Yes...
Chisato
... A movie offer...? For me...?
Chisato
Good morning.
Staff
Good morning. Thank you for coming out on such short notice.
Chisato
Not at all. Now, can you tell me more about this movie offer...?
Staff
Of course. Here is the project outline. Take a look.
Chisato
This is...!
Staff
It seems they've seen your previous work and were impressed. They've specifically requested you by name. It's a supporting character role, but they play a major part in the story.Ā“
Chisato
This filming schedule... It overlaps with a lot of our band practices for the idol event.
Staff
That's right... We need to consider your health here as well. Either one of these jobs will be difficult enough on their own.
Staff
We'll either need to have someone take your place at the event, or decrease the number of songs you'll be performing.
Chisato
...
Staff
We believe this would be an amazing opportunity for you and your career. How about it, Chisato-san? Will you do it?
Chisato
... May I have some time to think it over?
Staff
Of course. Please take your time.
Chisato
... Sigh.
Chisato
(If I consider my personal career, I should absolutely take this job...)
Chisato
(But I couldn't give them an answer right away. There's stillā)
Aya
Chisato-chan~!
Chisato
Aya-chan, it's good to see you. What are you doing here?
Aya
Nice to see you too! I'm here because I've got an interview and photoshoot today~.
Chisato
Oh? A solo project?
Aya
Yup, that's right. I got a call from the talent agency on my way home from the cafƩ the other day!
Aya
I thought up all sorts of possible questions and answers to prepare... I just hope I'll be able to actually say them.
Chisato
You'll be fine. I'm sure of it.
Aya
Chisato-chan... Is everything okay? You look kind of down.
Chisato
Huh? Do I?
Aya
That's right, you got a call from the talent agency at the cafƩ too. Did something happen?
Chisato
N-no. It wasn't anything major. Just a normal call. Well then, good luck, Aya-chan.
Aya
Yeah, thanks! See you later!
Chisato
(... For Aya-chan to notice something's wrong, I really must seem off. How careless of me.)
Aya
Good morning! Thank you for having me today!
Photo Crew Member
Thank you for coming, Maruyama-san. Now then, shall we begin with the interview?
Aya
S-sure! Let's get started!
Photo Crew Member
... Alright, that brings us to our next question. Going forward, what kind of idol would you like to become?
Aya
Uhm... Well... I-I'd like to continue working hard as a member of Pastelā½Palettes!
Photo Crew Member
I see. Is there anybody you look up to in general?
Aya
Yes! The whole reason I entered the idol world was because of my love for Marmalade's Ayumi-san. When Marmalade broke up, I made a promise to her...
Aya
I will become an even greater idol than Ayumi-san! That's my dream!
Photo Crew Member
I see. So you want to surpass Ayumi-san, correct? What do you think you need to do in order to achieve your goal?
Aya
What do I need to do... W-well, you see... Uhm...
Photo Crew Member
Is that, perhaps, your first goal? Finding out what you need to do?
Aya
Y-yes! That's it... I think! I want to work hard and someday become someone who can surpass her!
Photo Crew Member
Alright, that's a wrap! Thank you for your time. The photoshoot is next, so please move to the makeup station...
Aya
... "I did something new at work today!" ... And send.
Aya
... Sigh~...
Aya
(I had a lot of fun, and I learned a lot, but... I didn't do so great at that interview. My answers were terrible.)
Aya
Looks like I've got a lot to think about once I get home~...
Aya
(How am I going to surpass Ayumi-san? I have to find the answer to that too!)
Aya
Alrighty~!
Aya
I've got this~!
Maya
Alright, we'll be on our way then. Thank you again for having us!
Hina
Thank you~.
Maya
Great work today, Hina-san!
Hina
You too~. Sigh~. It's always so nice working with you, Maya-chan~.
Maya
Ahaha, really? But now that you mention it, we have been working with each other a lot, haven't we?
Maya
I suppose it's only natural that we'd spend more time together then...
Hina
Oh, yeah. Being by myself is always so boring, so having you there really helps me out~.
Eve
Hina-san~! Maya-san~!
Hina
Oh! Eve-chan! How are you? Are you finishing up too?
Eve
Yes! I'm on my way to rehearse for the idol event! Are you two coming?
Maya
Yup! Maybe all five of us will be there today?
Hina
Hm~, I don't know. I might head home actually.
Maya
I can understand that. There's no point in overworking yourself. Besides, you're the type who doesn't really need the practice in the first place.
Eve
Hina-san, you're really not coming...?
Maya
Hey now, don't be like that, Eve-san... Everyone's busy with their own work, we don't want them to overdo it.
Eve
I know, but... it still makes me feel lonely...
Hina
Uhm~, how do I put this? Recently practice has been so boring. I'd rather just go home instead.
Maya
Is it because we haven't been able to get everyone together?
Hina
Hmm~, maybe? I don't really know myself.
Eve
Then if we're all together, you'll have all sorts of fun! Isn't that right, Hina-san?!
Maya
Calm down, Eve-san... Ah, a message from Chisato-san... Looks like she can't make it today.
Eve
I see...
Hina
Alright, then I'm going home too. There's no way I'll have fun if I'm already feeling off~. See you guys later~.
Eve
Ah, Hina-san! ... Oh, this is terrible.
Maya
Cheer up, Eve-san! I'm headed to practice right now, and it looks like Aya-san is coming too!
Maya
Some days are just going to be like this. There's nothing we can do about it.
Eve
Maya-san... Thank you... I'm sorry...
Maya
Come on, let's head to the studio!
Aya
Hi, Eve-chan, Maya-chan! Looks like it's the three of us today! Let's do our best!
Maya
Yeah!
Maya
... Okay. This is a good place to stop. Why don't we take a break?
Aya
Phew~, great job, guys~... I get the feeling my intro is getting a little better.
Maya
You're right. It's gotten a lot better since we started! I think if you kept Chisato-san's bass in mind, you might have a better idea of when to start.
Aya
Okay, thanks. Your advice is always so helpful, Maya-chan~... I'll try to remember her part next time.
Maya
Yeah! Practice makes perfect after all! I'm sure you'll get it down.
Aya
Hey, so I had an interview and photoshoot the other day, and they asked me how I plan on surpassing Ayumi-san. At the time, I didn't know how to respond...
Aya
But now, I think I do. It really is all about effort.
Aya
As long as I keep working hard, I'll be able to do more and more things, just like now.
Eve
Oh... Aya-san~!!
Aya
Whoa! What's wrong, Eve-chan?
Eve
You're still you, Aya-san. I'm so relieved...
Aya
Huh? What?!
Eve
We haven't been able to see each other lately. I miss you all so much... And Chisato-san and Hina-san didn't come today either...
Eve
But even when we're apart, Aya-san, you're still doing your very, very best, just like always...
Eve
I saw you practicing just like you always do, and my emotions got the better of me.
Aya
... I mean, you're all working so hard. I just figured I should be giving it my all too.
Aya
Besides, even if we get more solo work, we're still Pastelā½Palettes! I want to give the perfect performance together.
Maya
That's right... Yeah! Now you've got me motivated too.
Aya
Come on~! We've still got more practice to do. For the show~!
Eve & Maya
Yeah~!
Aya
Uhm, how about this...? "We'll have a new song too! I hope you like it!" Ah, wait, would that spoil it?
Aya
Maybe I should say we'll have lots of different songs instead? Hmm... I'll go ask the staff.
Aya
Uhm, excuse me! I have a question about what I want to say during the--
Staff A
... Yes, that's right. Here's what we'll do after this...
Staff B
Alright... I'll make the necessary preparations...
Aya
(They look busy... And everyone else is still getting their photos taken... I'll just figure it out myself. This is part of working hard!)
Staff A
... Maruyama-san! We're filming the group video now. Please come to the set!
Aya
What?! A-already?! Okay, coming~!
Aya
Hello everyone~! Ready...?
All
We're Pastelā½Palettes!
Aya
We're excited to announce that Pastelā½Palettes will be performing at Idol FestivalāŖ!
Chisato
And we couldn't have done it without your support āŖ Thank you very much.
Aya
Whether this will be your first time seeing us, or you're already a fan, we hope you'll enjoy the set list we've created!
Eve
I can't wait to see all of our beloved fans! We're going to have so much fun together! Aren't we, Maya-san?
Maya
Ah, yeah! By all means, come and join us~!
Hina
Ah, and of course, we're performing live. No pre-recorded music here~! Aya-chan's even going to sing!
Aya
Hey~!
All
Ahaha.
Aya
Uhm... Okay then, everyone! We'll see you at Idol FestivalāŖ Bye-bye~!
Staff A
And cut! Perfect! Well, that's a wrap. Thank you, girls, you did great!
All
Thank you!
Staff B
Once you've finished changing, could you all assemble here once more? We have something we'd like to tell you.
Eve
Okay! I wonder what they want to talk about.
Maya
No clue... Maybe it's about the idol show?
Chisato
...
Staff A
Looks like everyone's here.
Hina
So, what's going on~? Are we doing another release event?
Staff A
... You've all worked hard, both as Pastelā½Palettes members and on your own as individuals.
Staff A
Thanks to your efforts, Pastelā½Palettes' fame, as well as that of its members, has grown considerably. As staff, nothing could make us happier.
Maya
Uhm, is this why you called us here? To tell us that...?
Staff A
No... We've gathered you here for a separate reason. Taking into consideration your career prospects, we have decided to prioritize individual assignments over those for Pastelā½Palettes.
Eve
What...?!
Staff A
Now that you've all made names for yourselves within the industry, we'll focus on solo projects to spread that fame even further.
Aya
H-hold on a second! What's going to happen to Pastelā½Palettes...?!
Staff A
W-well... We'd like you to think of Pastelā½Palettes as a place you can always come back to...
Hina
Does that mean we're going on hiatus?
Chisato
...
Staff A
N-no! It's nothing like thaā
Eve
That's... No!! I don't want to take a break!
Aya
E-Eve-chan, calm down...!
Hina
Fine by me~. Who cares if we break up?
Aya
W-what are you saying?!
Hina
You guys have been so boring lately. Aya-chan, if this keeps up, Pastelā½Palettes will end. Are you okay with that?
Aya
W-well...!
Hina
I mean, it's like you guys don't even want to be in Pastelā½Palettes anymore.
Chisato
No one's saying that!
Hina
At this point, it's no wonder we're all going our separate ways. All you guys talk about is how solo projects are "good for us." Looks like you've already quit Pastelā½Palettes to me.
Hina
With the way things are going, I'd probably end up quitting anyway.
Aya
Hina-chan!!
Hina
And I really liked Pastelā½Palettes too~.
Maya
Hina-san! Let's talk about this later!
Maya
Once we've calmed down, we can decide what we want to do as a group. For now, we should individuallyā
Staff A
We apologize for bringing this up so suddenly. This is only possible because you all have solo projects of your own. That is how we came to this decision...
Hina
Well, I've already told you what I think. I'm going home. See you later.
Aya
(Now what...? A hiatus...? What are we supposed to do...?)
Chisato
...
Hina
Fine by me~. Who cares if we break up?
Aya
Wh-what are you saying?!
Hina
You guys have been so boring lately. Aya-chan, if this keeps up, Pastelā½Palettes will end. Are you okay with that?
Chisato
Boring, huh...?
Chisato
(If I take this movie offer, I'll have a bright future. However...)
Eve
That's... No!! I don't want to take a break!
Chisato
(I think the reason I hesitated was...)
Chisato
To think I'd be filled with so much doubt. Feelings like that mean nothing in this industry... Sigh.
Kaoru
Ah~, Chisato! My apologies for keeping you waiting.
Chisato
You're late.
Kaoru
I was at band practice, you see. Our passion for music caused me to lose track of time.
Kaoru
Now then, why is it that you've called upon me today? You rarely ever invite me out to tea.
Chisato
No reason. I just thought it'd be nice to see you once in a while.
Kaoru
Whatever the case may be, the very thought of being reached out to by you is just...! Ah~, so fleeting...!
Chisato
... Kaoru, you mentioned you had band practice before, correct? Well...
Chisato
What if your beloved Theatre Club's performance and your band's concert were on the same day? Which one would you choose?
Kaoru
A difficult question indeed. I would choose to do both.
Kaoru
Disappointing my little kittens or the members of Hello, Happy World! is something I simply cannot do.
Chisato
... Sigh. I was a fool to think I could ask you something like that.
Kaoru
Fufu... I simply don't want to think of something as impossible before I try. I hope to always be chasing dreams.
Kaoru
To dream is to be human... Therefore, it is only human to dream. Ah, so fleeting!
Chisato
Honestly. Since when did you start acting like this? Like I've said before, you're not the Kaoru I know.
Kaoru
Is that so? I've always been this way... And you've always been as you currently are, Chisato.
Kaoru
Remember our youth? How you used to recount to me your wish to become a fairy tale princess? And you didn't speak of it as if it was a dream.
Kaoru
You always told me, "I will become a princess. And to do so, I must work hard." Then one day...
Kaoru
You fulfilled your goal and made your debut as the princess at our school art festival.
Chisato
I simply want to move forward one goal at a time. I refuse to cling to frivolous things like dreams. It just makes sense in this industry.
Kaoru
I think it's admirable how you continue to achieve those goals. Your strength speaks for itself. However...
Kaoru
Perhaps it is time you allow yourself to have a dream.
Chisato
A dream...
Kaoru
I can't wait to see what you come up with, Chisato.
Chisato
... I swear. You say such pointless things, Kaoru.
Chisato
Allow myself to have a dream, huh...?
Chisato
(Ever since I was little, I've always chosen the safest path. My hopes and dreams had nothing to do with it. My decisions were simply about success.)
Chisato
... Is it really alright for someone like me to dream?
Chisato
(... I don't know. However...)
Chisato
... Hello? I apologize for calling so late. It's Chisato Shirasagi. Yes, I've made up my mind regarding the movie offer.
Chisato
... I'll do it.
Aya
A hiatus, huh...?
Aya
(We took a similar break when we first formed our band, but we still kept practicing together...)
Aya
(And now we can't even do that...)
Aya
What should we do...?
Eve
Aya-san! Good morning!
Aya
Eve-chan! You're here... Is that a mop you're holding?
Eve
Yes! I was cleaning before our special training.
Eve
That way the studio will be ready for us, whenever we want to practice...
Aya
Eve-chan...
Eve
I noticed something while cleaning though. This studio is really big, isn't it?
Eve
All I did was mop the floor, but I'm already sweating.
Eve
I always thought it was so small... How strange.
Aya
You're right. It really does seem huge with just the two of us.
Eve
... Once everyone's here again, I'm sure it'll feel cramped again. Right?
Aya
...
Eve
Aya-san, please say something! Anything...
Aya
I wonder what will happen if we break up...
Eve
Huh...?
Aya
I've been thinking about it ever since the staff told us the plan. What would happen if we broke up? I just can't picture it.
Eve
... We won't break up!
Eve
Pastelā½Palettes will never die!!
Aya
Eve-chan...
Eve
Why are you thinking of what will happen once we've broken up? Aya-san, do you want Pastelļ¼Palettes to end?
Aya
T-that's not what I'm saying! I would never say that!
Aya
I want Pastelā½Palettes to last for a long, long time... But how are we going to make that happen? I keep thinking and thinking, but nothing's coming to mind...
Eve
In that case, we have to let everyone know how we feel! We have to do everything we can to keep Pastelā½Palettes from disappearing!!
Eve
Just thinking something isn't going to do anything. We have to let them know... That's the bushido way.
Aya
Bushido...?
Eve
When our fans were fighting, they were able to understand how we felt because we told them!
Eve
A-and... That's right! Ayumi-san! Aya-san, remember what Ayumi-san told you!
Aya
What she told me...? Ah!
Ayumi
Don't worry. I know you can do it, Aya-chan. Do you know why...?
Ayumi
Because you never get discouraged, and you never give up...
Aya
And I always smile! I promise I'll become an even greater idol than you!!
Eve
The Aya-san I know never gets discouraged and never gives up... Don't ever let that change!!
Eve
Stay true to yourself, and be the wonderful shining Aya-san I've grown to love...!
Aya
I see... Eve-chan, thank you. I remember now. I wanted to become an idol.
Aya
To stay true to myself and become a sparkling idol just like Ayumi-san... That's my dream.
Eve
Aya-san...!
Aya
I want Pastelā½Palettes to keep going. I want to do it together, the five of us. No, we will do it together!
Eve
Ooo~, Aya-san... Thank goodness. I was worried I might end up all alone again...
Aya
Eve-chan, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to upset you... I wasn't being myself, was I? Thank you for setting me straight.
Eve
... When I was a model, I was always working by myself. It was so lonely.
Eve
If I was having trouble with something, I had no one to confide in. And if something good happened, I couldn't share it with anyone.
Eve
With no one to feel the same way I did, I felt so alone.
Aya
Well, now you have us! Good or bad, we'll get through it. All five of us.
Aya
Eve-chan. Let's tell the others what we just talked about. We'll let them know we want to continue Pastelā½Palettes.
Eve
Ngh... Waaah~! Aya-san~!!
Aya
Whoa! Getting a hug from you gave me all the energy I need!
Aya
Come on, let's clean this place up and get practicing!
Eve
Okay!
Eve
Aya-san, I've finished mopping!
Aya
And I'm done over here too! Alright, then let's get practiciā
Maya
Good morning! Ah, It's Aya-san and Eve-san!
Eve
Maya-san! And Hina-san! Even Chisato-san's here!!
Chisato
... Good morning.
Hina
Mornin'~.
Aya
Hina-chan, I'm so glad you came.
Hina
Yeah, well~, I don't really need the practice, and I still think you guys have been really boring lately...
Hina
Being by myself is even worse, though. There's no one to talk to while I'm working.
Maya
Which is why I invited her to practice today. Although, I'm still worried about what will happen to Pastelā½Palettes...
Maya
The idol event isn't going to wait for us to figure it out. We need to perfect that new song. Besides, that might help us figure out where to go from here too.
Eve
I'm so happy you all came today!
Aya
You see, Eve-chan and I have been cleaning the studio.
Eve
Yes! That way the studio would be ready for us whenever the five of us decided to rehearse together...
Maya
Eve-san...
Aya
Hina-chan, I'm sorry!
Hina
Huh? What for?
Aya
When the staff told us about the hiatus, I didn't know how to respond... No wonder you thought I'd already given up on Pastelā½Palettes.
Aya
Eve-chan said the same thing. I wasn't acting like myself, and now I know better. I'm sorry I snapped at you the other day.
Hina
Ahaha! Oh, so that's what you meant.
Aya
I want to stay in Pastelā½Palettes. I know we can't do much more than keep practicing and letting the staff know how we feel though...
Hina
Uh-huh, that's the spirit! Good to see the old Aya-chan's back~.
Aya
And it's all thanks to you and Eve-chan! I want to stay in Pastelā½Palettes... I'll work hard to become just like Ayumi-san.
Hina
That's your dream, right? I've never really understood dreams. I've never had one myself after all.
Hina
I doubt I'll ever be able to have one of my own, but I figured if I stayed in Pastelļ¼Palettes, I just might find out what a dream is...
Chisato
...
Eve
Uhm... Thank you for coming today, Chisato-san!
Chisato
O-of course... Uhm, actually... Iā
Staff
Hello, everyone.
All
Hello!
Hina
What's up~?
Staff
Chisato-san, I'm here to discuss your schedule regarding the movie offer you accepted the other day.
Aya
What...?!
Maya
Chisato-san, you're going to be in a movie?
Chisato
Y-yes... However, I still plan on being in the idol show...
Staff
Actually, that's what I'm here to talk to you about...
Aya
W-wait a second! Are you trying to say that Chisato-chan might not be able to perform with us?
Staff
We have to take her health into consideration. If she pushes herself too hard and tries to do both, she might end up unable to do either...
Chisato
...
Eve
I don't want to quit Pastelā½Palettes!!
Maya
E-Eve-san?
Eve
I don't want a break from Pastelā½Palettes either! I want the five of us to keep being together...!!
Aya
I-I feel the same way!! I-I understand that... arranging our schedules may be difficult, but... I want to stay in the band!!
Aya
I've learned so much from everyone here. They've helped me so many times... I love them.
Aya
So I want to stay together! Please!!
Staff
We understand that you've all gotten much closer since the band's formation. However... just because you love Pastelā½Palettes doesn't mean-
Eve
Chisato-san! You love Pastelā½Palettes too, don't you?
Chisato
Huh...?
Eve
That's why you're here today, isn't it? You came because you want to stay in Pastelā½Palettes, right?
Chisato
Well...
Chisato
...
Aya
Chisato-chan...
Staff
Thank you for sharing, everyone. We now understand how you all feel. Chisato-san, here is your schedule. Please look over it when you have the time.
Chisato
... Okay.
Aya
(Chisato-chan... Why aren't you saying anything...?!)
Aya
(Chisato-chan stopped coming to rehearsal after what happened. I'm sure filming is keeping her busy.)
Aya
(I'm sure she's practicing on her own. It is Chisato-chan after all... I wonder if she's okay though.)
Aya
(Why didn't she say she loves Pastelā½Palettes the other day...? What on earth is she thinking...?)
Chisato
...
Chisato
(Why couldn't I respond back there?)
Chisato
(Was it because I didn't think my personal feelings would be enough to convince the staff? Or was it because I didn't see how sharing my feelings would help the matter?)
Chisato
Sigh...
Chisato
Just how boring of a person am I?
Film Crew Member
Shirasagi-san, that'll be all~! Thank you for all your hard work!
Chisato
Yes, thank you for today. I'll be leaving now.
Chisato
There's still time... I can make it.
Aya
Ah, Chisato-chan...! H-hello!
Chisato
Yes... Hello.
Aya
You were filming your movie today too, right? You must be tired! I can't believe you came to practice after that. That's so cool... You really are determined to do both!
Chisato
...
Aya
...
Chisato
Aren't you mad at me?
Aya
Huh...?
Chisato
I never said whether I love Pastelā½Palettes or not.
Aya
Well, I suppose it was a little shocking. I'm also worried about what you'll end up doing from now on.
Chisato
... I want a dream.
Aya
A what?
Chisato
Up until now, I've only ever had realistic, obtainable goals. I've always avoided fanciful things like dreams.
Chisato
But now I've started wanting to dream... Thanks to Pastelā½Palettes.
Chisato
For me, staying in Pastelā½Palettes and continuing my acting career seems so impossible, much like a dream.
Aya
...
Chisato
But even when I try to dream, logic and reason just keep getting in the way, and I end up frozen in place, unable to go forward.
Chisato
Back then, I kept trying to figure out how my feelings for Pastelā½Palettes would change anything... And in the end, I couldn't even answer the question.
Chisato
No matter how much I love Pastelā½Palettes, I just can't believe that will be enough to convince the staff to keep us together.
Aya
Chisato-chan...
Chisato
I always end up looking for the safest, most certain route. I'm a boring person who can't dream. So Aya-chan...
Chisato
Just how am I supposed to go about getting one?
Aya
A-anyone can dream! Even you, Chisato-chan!!
Chisato
Uhm...
Aya
And just the fact that you want one is a huge step for you, Chisato-chan!
Aya
So just keep it up! Then little by little, you'll start being able to dream!
Chisato
Uhh, Aya-chan...
Aya
... Chisato-chan. Don't think about how it could never work for someone like you. Just do it!
Chisato
Uhm... That doesn't really answer my question...
Aya
What?! U-uhm... I... I'm sorry! I just don't want you to say it's impossible for you to move forward...
Aya
Sorry... It came out all wrong.
Chisato
Perhaps, my dream is to... have a dream?
Aya
Yeah, that's it. That's your greatest wish, Chisato-chan!
Chisato
...!
Chisato
Ah... M-my apologies... I don't know why I'm crying... Fufu, I must be really tired...
Aya
I-I'm sorry... My answer came out wrong.
Chisato
No, it's fine. Thank you, Aya-chan... Can I ask you one more question?
Aya
Sure. What is it?
Chisato
How are you going to make your dream come true?
Aya
Lots of hard work! If you put your mind to it, your dreams will come true!
Chisato
Fu... Fufu...! That's right. That's just who you are, isn't it?
Aya
E-ehehe... You're the one who told me not to change that, Chisato-chan. You said I should keep being me.
Chisato
Thank you... Aya-chan... I'm sorry, but I'm a bit tired... Could I lay down for a little while...?
Aya
Sure. You worked hard today, Chisato-chan. Once you're ready, we can practice together.
Eve
Looks like everyone's here for training today! I'm so glad!
Maya
Eve-san, shhh! You'll wake Chisato-san.
Hina
Don't we need to wake her up if we want to practice though?
Chisato
Mmm...
Hina
Ah, she's awake. Good morning~, Chisato-chan! Feeling better~?
Chisato
E-everyone...! You could have woken me up once you were all here...
Aya
You seemed really tired, so we thought it'd be better to let you sleep. Are you okay?
Chisato
I'm fine. After all, you're all doing the same thing, balancing the band and solo projects. Thank you for your concern though.
Chisato
... Still, I'm sorry you had to see me like this.
Hina
Well, you're here, so does that mean you want to stay in Pastelā½Palettes?
Chisato
Y-yes...
Aya
We'll just have to keep going at Chisato-chan's pace! If we put our minds to it, I'm sure our dreams will come true!
Chisato
Fufu. I'm not sure if that's relevant at all... But thank you.
Hina
Lately, I've been trying to figure out what exactly a dream is. I think maybe it has something to do with chasing the impossible. What do you guys think? Is that right?
Chisato
The impossible...
Aya
Hmm~... Are dreams really impossible though?
Aya
It was always my dream to become an idol, do concerts and release events.
Aya
And once I joined Pastelā½Palettes, all those dreams came true! So I don't think dreams are impossible.
Eve
I agree with Aya-san!
Eve
My dream is to become a samurai... And ever since I became a member of Pastelā½Palettes, I can feel myself becoming more and more like a samurai!
Maya
C-could you give us an example of how?
Eve
Being straight forward with my feelings, never going back on my word, conveying those emotions to those around me...
Eve
Being in Pastelā½Palettes and meeting all sorts of people has helped me put these valuable bushido lessons into practice!
Eve
If I had continued to model all by myself, I don't think my bushido training would be where it is today.
Aya
You've really become someone we can count on, Eve-chan.
Eve
Yes! Because I'm becoming more like a samurai!
Hina
I get it~... So dreams aren't necessarily impossible, huh?
Chisato
... What's the difference between a dream and a goal?
Eve
They're probably the same thing!
Maya
If we consider the fact that either one can be achieved, I suppose you're right.
Eve
When I lived in Finland, becoming a samurai was just a dream to me. However...
Eve
I came to Japan and joined Pastelā½Palettes. There were plenty of tough times, but in those moments, I'd remember the bushido spirit and get past it!
Eve
So I think they're the same thing. Dreams gradate into goals!
Maya
Gradate into goals, huh...? I see, I see... So in other words...
Maya
Becoming a samurai used to be a dream to you, but as you continued your bushido training, becoming a samurai turned into a goal. Is that it?
Eve
Exactly! I knew you'd understand, Maya-san!
Hina
So it's some sort of gradation~...! I get it~! You know how I said before that being in Pastelā½Palettes might help me figure out what a dream is? Looks like that's really going to happen!
Hina
Ahaha. You guys really are interesting! Who would ever talk about the difference between goals and dreams so seriously?
Aya
Huh~?! You're the one who brought it up though!
Eve
Hina-san's always helping us realize new things. Dreams and goals are both really important!
Aya
So as we get closer to our dreams, they become our goals... Good for you, Chisato-chan.
Chisato
What do you mean?
Aya
You already had a dream of your own. You just never realized it.
Chisato
...! I see. I suppose you're right.
Chisato
... It turns out even I can dream.
Maya
Hmm~...
Hina
What's wrong, Maya-chan?
Maya
Ah, it's nothing. I'm just... not sure I've ever had a dream before...
Hina
Maybe you're like Chisato-chan, and you just haven't noticed it yet?
Maya
I'm not sure. I've just been so focused on the uphill battle of being an idol...
Maya
(My goals and dreams as an idol... Do I have anything like that?)
Aya
Let's see... "Surpass Ayumi-san!" That's my biggest dream. "Master the phrases I'm bad at!" ... That's a goal!
Sayo
Maruyama-san, our next period isn't in this room... What are you doing?
Aya
Ah, it's not? Thanks! Ehehe, this is my dream notebook!
Sayo
Your what?
Aya
I was jotting down all my dreams and goals.
Aya
Recently, I realized that if I work hard enough, my dreams will slowly turn into goals as I get closer to achieving them. So I thought I'd try writing them out to organize them.
Sayo
Self-reflection, huh? That's very admirable of you. As is making goals based on what you find.
Sayo
Perhaps this is why Hina was asking me what a dream is...
Aya
Huh? So Hina-chan's thinking about it too.
Sayo
She keeps asking me about it at home. I figured something must have happened...
Aya
Everyone in Pastelā½Palettes has been talking about dreams and goals lately. Hina-chan told us she doesn't really understand what a dream or a goal is since she can do anything.
Sayo
Sigh... I'm sorry, Maruyama-san. She doesn't mean anything by it...
Aya
No, it's totally fine! We all love that about Hina-chan. Still...
Aya
Is that really something she can't do...? I get the feeling that even Hina-chan can dream.
Sayo
That's a good question. Ever since that girl joined Pastelā½Palettes, she's been changing day by day. Maybe someday she'll find her own dream.
Aya
Yeah. That'd be great... Wait, you said we have class somewhere else next, right? We have to hurry! Let's run!
Sayo
Huh?! Maruyama-san, running in the halls is prohibited!
Maya
Sigh... Yawn~...
Maya
(Thinking about dreams kept me up really late. I'm so tired...)
Maya
(I think I've become more like an idol, but my confidence level hasn't changed at all...)
Maya
(Maybe that's why standing on stage still doesn't feel real to me.)
Maya
(Everyone else has already started working towards their dreams. If this keeps up, I'm going to end up getting in the way.)
Hina
Maya-chan~!!
Maya
Whoa! Hina-san. How are you?
Hina
Is something wrong? Even I can tell you're really tired.
Maya
Ahaha... I guess I'm a little confused about what an idol is.
Maya
As well as whether I can really call myself one.
Hina
And that's affecting you this much?
Maya
Yeah... Everyone else is finding their own goals and dreams as idols, but what about me...?
Hina
I mean, you don't need to figure that out now, do you?
Maya
B-but won't that just make me a burden on you all...?
Hina
No way! You're totally fine!
Hina
Hey, Maya-chan! Do you know why I love Pastelā½Palettes so much?
Maya
Uhm... Because there are a lot of people different from you in Pastelā½Palettes... Right?
Hina
With Pastelā½Palettes, I'm always learning things I didn't understand before!
Hina
I didn't really get what a dream was at first, but now I kind of do!
Maya
Ah...!
Hina
So even if you don't understand what your dream is now, if you stick with Pastelā½Palettes, you'll figure it out eventually, right?
Hina
I love everyone in Pastelā½Palettes because you guys are so interesting and strange!
Maya
Hina-san...
Hina
And the fact that I don't understand you all is what makes you interesting.
Maya
We're interesting because you don't understand us...?
Maya
... I never thought I'd be getting advice from you like this, Hina-san.
Hina
Hey~! That's not very nice~!
Maya
S-sorry! But... I appreciate it. I may not know what it is now, but one day...
Maya
I want to find the answer with everyone in Pastelā½Palettes.
Hina
Perfect āŖ You're always teaching me stuff, Maya-chan. Consider this a thank you!
Maya
Oh~, Hina-san~!!
Hina
Ahaha!! Looks like someone's getting emotional!
Chisato
Good morning, everyone.
Aya
Good morning, Chisato-chan!
Chisato
Everyone's already here. My apologies. I'll get ready right away.
Hina
Sounds good. How about we do a little review while we wait?
Maya
Great idea!
Eve
Yes! Now, from the top...
Chisato
(Everyone's focusing on practice instead of on me... I really appreciate that. That makes things easier.)
Chisato
(I suppose I wouldn't mind even if they did... I just don't want to use how busy or how tired I am as an excuse for anything. I'm sure everyone understands that.)
Chisato
(To think I'd be so happy getting back to our normal routine...)
Hina
Chisato-chan, you ready~?
Chisato
Yes, thank you for waiting. Let's put our individual parts into one.
Maya
Phew... We finally got to play our new song together. What did you guys think?
Aya
Ooo~, I'm sorry! My intro didn't go as smoothly as I thought it would. I need to pay more attention to Chisato-chan's sound...
Chisato
I think we both need to be more aware of one another. Perhaps we should try fine-tuning the parts where we need to be more in sync next.
Eve
I agree! Hina-san, will you practice with me?
Hina
Okay~!
Aya
Chisato-chan, I want to go over my intro again. Could we do it together?
Chisato
Of course.
Aya
Yay~! Thank you! Alright, let's start from two measures before...
Maya
Whoa! Look at the time. Why don't we take a break?
Eve
I was so happy the five of us are finally rehearsing together, I completely lost track of time.
Maya
I don't think that's the only thing at work here. Maybe you all haven't noticed yet, but the quality we expect from ourselves has gone up a lot from before.
Aya
H-has it really...?
Eve
This is an important concert for us, so maybe that desire to give our fans a performance better than our best is what's doing it!
Hina
Better than our best, huh? Ahaha, that's funny. I like itāŖ
Chisato
(The event isn't the reason we want to give an amazing performance. I'm sure it's because of how we all feel about Pastelā½Palettes...)
Aya
Oh yeah! Since we're all together again, why don't we take a picture?
Maya
Right now?!
Aya
We should post a picture of the five of us online! We'll tell our fans we're going to give them a show better than our best!
Chisato
Aya-chan, for once, that's a great idea. Let's do it.
Aya
F-for once?! Ooo~... Still, at least you agree, right?! Okay, here we go~āŖ Everyone, gather round!
Eve
Maya-san, come closer!
Hina
Come on guys, squeeze in!
Aya
Ready...!
Chisato
... Did you just take a picture?
Maya
I thought you'd say something like "cheese!" I wasn't paying attention...
Hina
Ahaha, who takes a picture on "ready"~?!
Aya
Huh~?! I'm sorry!
Eve
Aya-san, take another picture!
Chisato
Fufu... "Ready"! ... Fufu, fufufu!
Aya
Chisato-chan, quit laughing~!
Hina
Hey, you're blinking in this photo too, Aya-chan. You didn't even have your own timing down! Ahaha!
All Except Aya
Ahahaha!
Aya
Okay, let's take one more shot then. How about we say "cheese" this time?
Staff
Great work today, everyone.
Aya
Ah... Hello!
Staff
Chisato-san, it's almost time for us to leave.
Eve
...
Chisato
We still have two hours before my next assignment, no? Even if we factor in travel, I should still have an hour left to practice.
Staff
No, that would be way too hectic. Departing now would give you a chance to rest.
Chisato
... It's fine. I'm not tired.
Staff
... But if you overdo it now, it'll negatively affect you later... I'll be waiting outside, so please let me know once you're ready to leave.
Chisato
Later? How can I even think about what comes later if I don't give my all now...?!
Aya
U-uhm...
Chisato
...
Chisato
This movie. Our concert. I want to do everything I can for both... Even after that, I want to stay in Pastelā½Palettes.
Eve
...!
Chisato
The only reason I received such a large movie role was because of my experience with Pastelā½Palettes. If it weren't for my bandmatesā
Staff
We can talk about this on the way there. Come now, Chisato-san.
Chisato
...
Chisato
... I'm not going anywhere.
Aya
Chisato-chan...!
Chisato
I... love Pastelā½Palettes.
Aya
...!
Chisato
I understand that this type of work isn't something I can continue just because I happen to like it. Still... I enjoy being in this band!!
Chisato
No matter how hard things might be in the future... I want to stay in Pastelā½Palettes. I love this band and these members... I want to keep going, together...!
Chisato
Please!
The Other Four
...
Chisato
I won't let this affect my filming schedule... I believe I've managed to do that up to this point. So, of course, I will continue to do so... Please!
Staff
... Alright. This isn't something we can decide on the spot, though. We'll have to consider your performance at the idol event, as well as the state of everyone's individual projects before making our final decision.
All
...!
Staff
I will be back in an hour then.
Hina
... They're gone.
Chisato
... Phew...
Aya
...!!
Maya
A-Aya-san?!
Aya
I-I'm sorry! I'm just so happy Chisato-chan said she loves being in Pastelā½Palettes... Waaah...
Chisato
Don't cry. We've made it this far. Now we have to make sure the concert is a success. We'll have to work even harder.
Hina
... Fufu! You're so interesting, Chisato-chan āŖ
Chisato
Oh? Well, I'm glad you think so.
Chisato
(... My hands are still shaking. Moving forward is this scary, huh?)
Chisato
(Aya-chan made the decision to confront the staff about wanting to sing, and Eve-chan fought so that we could stay together. Both of them are so... strong.)
Chisato
(I need to get stronger too. For myself, and for Pastelā½Palettes.)
Hina
What a great practice! See you guys later~.
Maya & Eve
See you later!
Aya
See ya!
Chisato
... Aya-chan.
Aya
What's up?
Chisato
You said you wanted to be like Ayumi-san, an idol that inspires, correct...?
Aya
Y-yeah! Although I still have a long way to go...
Chisato
Actually, you might be closer to your goal than you think.
Aya
Huh?! N-no way, that's notā
Chisato
You've inspired me to dream, after all.
Chisato
... Thank you, Aya-chan.
Aya
...! W-wah... Waaah~...! Chisato-chan~!!
Chisato
(You do the dreaming, I'll create the paths... That could be a good way to push Pastelā½Palettes forward.)
Chisato
Aya-chan, we can do this... together.
Aya
We get our new costumes today~! I'm so excited!
Hina
Why are we getting new costumes if Pastelā½Palettes might not be around much longer?
Maya
Plans must have changed after they made the outfits and the song.
Chisato
Well, regardless of what their original plans were, it's nice to have new costumes for our showāŖ
Eve
Yes! I wonder what they'll be like. I can't wait to try them onāŖ
Staff
Sorry for the wait, girls! I've got your costumes right here, so we can proceed with the fitting~!
Aya
Wow...! These costumes are so cool~!
Eve
They really are...! And they seem a little different from the costumes we normally get!
Chisato
It's rare for us to wear shorts, isn't it? And the feeling of leather is new too.
Aya
Ah, that's right...! We have to think about comfort, don't we? This is a fitting after all.
Maya
I got so caught up, I forgot about that myself... Ahaha...
Hina
We've done something like this before, haven't we? How nostalgic~.
Aya
You're talking about when we first formed as a band, right?
Eve
Those costumes made for us back then... We still have them. We've been through a lot of tough times. We even had to take a hiatus... But here we are, still wearing them till this day!
Eve
That's why I want our show to be a success, so we can keep performing and wearing these costumes for a long time!
Chisato
Agreed. We should treasure these costumes... Excuse me, the side is loose. Could you bring it in here a little bit? Then...
Staff
... That concludes our costume fitting. We will take your comments and make the appropriate adjustments. Thank you for your time.
All
Thank you!
Staff
Ah, and one more thing... If you have anyone you would like to invite to the idol event, please let me know.
Chisato
How many people can we invite this time?
Staff
We've arranged for a large number of tickets to be prepared for us, so please give us a full list of everyone who'd like to come. Of course... within reason.
Staff
As I mentioned before, this could be Pastelā½Palettes' last concert, so please feel free to invite anyone you'd like to be there.
Aya
Ah...
Eve
Our performance will be better than our best. That way, it won't end up being our last concert! Our friends will see us in our hour of triumph!
Chisato
Yes, that's right.
Hina
Hey, have you guys decided who you're going to invite?
Eve
I'm going to invite my parents, of course. Then I want to invite my classmates and Tsugumi-san! I'd love it if Hanne could come too... but she's too far away.
Maya
I think I'm going to invite Okusawa-san, Ako-san, and Kitazawa-san~. The way they helped me is something I'm really thankful for.
Aya
How about you, Chisato-chan?
Chisato
I'm going to ask Kanon to come. She's always saying she wants to come to our concerts.
Maya
What about Kaoru-san?
Chisato
Good question. I suppose if there's room for her.
Aya
They said we've got plenty of space, so it should be fine! Hina-chan, you're going to invite Sayo-chan, right?
Hina
Yup, that's the plan! Sis is always so busy, though. She's never been to any of our concerts~... Still, I'd love it if she could come this time.
Aya
I'm sure she will! We're in the same class. Should I mention it to her?
Hina
No, it's okay. I want to be the one to invite her! I'm gonna ask her right now. Let's hope she can come...!
Aya
Eve-chan, we should ask all of Afterglow to come, not just Tsugumi-chan! They've helped us out so much, even writing a song for us!
Eve
What a wonderful idea! I'd love for them to hear our version of "Y.O.L.O!!!!!"
Chisato
If we work hard, maybe Ran-chan will tell us it "wasn't so bad."
Aya
Yeah! I'll have to sing it like Ran-chan would and be super cool... We're in the final stretch, everyone!
Hina
... Ah, my sister responded āŖ ... Wow! Yippee~!
Chisato
What'd she say, Hina-chan?
Hina
She can come! She can come to our concert!
Chisato
That's wonderful! Now you really have to give her a show to remember.
Hina
... You know, if things were still like they used to be, I doubt she would be coming.
Hina
I always wanted to get closer to my sister, but I think that would have been impossible for the old me. It was pretty much like making a wish.
Hina
When I joined Pastelā½Palettes, and Sis joined Roselia... We both changed. We both worked to make the impossible possible. And now...
Hina
She's coming to my concert! This is like what Eve-chan was talking about when she said goals and dreams are connected, right? Maybe I've had a dream or a goal or whatever all along āŖ
Chisato
... I always thought I was the one who changed the most since joining the band, but perhaps it's you, Hina-chan.
Hina
Really? Fufu, I think it's you for sure, Chisato-chan! ... Well, whatever. Let's give them a concert they won't forget!
Eve
How long until it's our turn?
Hina
I think we're after the next band? Wait, didn't you just ask that question five minutes ago~?
Eve
Ah... I did...
Chisato
Getting anxious, Eve-chan?
Eve
Yes... This concert is so much more important than anything we've done before... I can't help it.
Chisato
True... Even I'm nervous this time around.
Hina
We'll be fine~. Besides, worrying isn't gonna do us any good... Isn't that right, Aya-chan?!
Aya
... Yeah. We want to stay together as Pastelā½Palettes after all.
Chisato
Aya-chan...
Aya
We'll be amazing. I'm sure of it...
Hina
See? Even Aya-chan thinks so.
Staff
Pastelā½Palettes! You're up next. Start getting ready~!
Eve
It's time!
Aya
... Everyone, let's give our best show ever.
The Other Four
Yeah! Okay! Yes!
Aya
Hello, everyone~!! Ready?
All
We're Pastelā½Palettes!!
Aya
Let's get this party started! Our first song is "Y.O.L.O!!!!!"
Audience Member
Oh~! This is just the first song, and they're already pulling out all the stops!!
Audience Member
Man, Pastelā½Palettes is really on fire today!
Aya
Thank you, everyone!! That was our first song. What did you think~?
Aya
... Thank you~!! We're so excited to be performing in such a big concert today.
Aya
Thank you all so much!!
Aya
... Uhh...
Chisato
(Ah...)
Aya
I-I...! I hope you'll all continue to support Pastelā½Palettes in the future!!
Audience Member
Hm? What the heck was that about?
Audience Member
Maybe Aya-chan's nervous?
Hina
Pfft... Ahaha! That's it, that's our Aya-chan! Pastelā½Palettes isn't going anywhere folks, not for a long, long~ time! So stick around, okay?
Chisato
For those of you who are just becoming our fan now, and for those who have been with us from the beginning, we hope you stay with us forever and everāŖ
Aya
... And with that, we've come to our final song! We might not be where we want to be yet, but with each day... we aim to become even more radiant!
Aya
We hope you'll enjoy "Luminous Once More!"
Hina
(Everyone else is so different from me. That's what makes it so much fun! I love all of them! And right now... I'm having loads and loads of fun.)
Hina
(Everyone's feeling this too, right? Ahaha āŖ So this is what it's like to feel the same thing as someone else, huh...? Looks like they've taught me something yet again.)
Chisato
(There's no doubt about it. The only way a boring person like me could change so much is thanks to everyone here...)
Chisato
(This band has brought color to my life. Right here, right now, this is my new starting line... That's what it feels like... Thank you.)
Eve
(I really do love everyone here! And that love is why I want to keep performing together, just like this, forever!)
Eve
(A warrior never goes back on their word! We will continue to be Pastelā½Palettes!! We are everlasting!!)
Maya
(I still don't know what an idol is. Or what kind of idol I can be. However...)
Maya
(As long as we're together, I know I'll find the answer! This is where I was given the strength to chase after the unknown... And in return, I want to treasure it forever!)
Aya
(At first, we were so divided, so conflicted... If I told the old me that one day we'd all have the same goal, the same feelings, the same road ahead of us, I wonder if she'd believe me.)
Aya
(...! Oh no, I think I'm gonna cry.)
Aya
(Our precious Pastelā½Palettes, we love you. And we love each other. As long as we feel this way, we'll keep on getting back up.)
Aya
(Isn't that right, you guys?!)
Aya
Huff... Puff...
Chisato
...
Staff
Great show, everyone! What an amazing performance! I've still got chills! You're right, we should absolutely focus on Pastelā½Paleā
Maya
...
Eve
... I'm...
Eve
I'm so mad at myself!! My performance during rehearsal was much better... Ooo... I'm so sorry... I know I can do better than that!
Aya
... Ooo...! Me too... I'm mad too...! My MCing... My singing... It should have been-... Oh...!
Hina
Ahaha! Being in Pastelā½Palettes is just as interesting as I thought!! It's so fun seeing what we can't do! This means we're gonna get better, right?
Chisato
Fufu... I suppose so. Looks like we can't call giving the perfect performance our goal just yet...
Maya
Yes...! That's our dream...!
Aya
Our dream... Pastelā½Palettes' dream. Let's make it come true... No matter what!
Aya
For here on out, we aim for the top, together!
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