Ithappenedagainithappenedagainithappenedagain!

IT!
HAPPENED!
AGAIN!

I should have known to never trust those fluffy things!

Cute is scary... Cute is scary... Cute is scary...

Did I forget the golden rule of the more fluffy something seems, the more sadistic it is?!

Wait, then what does that make snakes?

They're not fluffy at all, well...except for snake plushies.

I'm losing focus!

Ugh, the spit is all on me... I need to wipe this off.

AKI: "Ugh..."

HONOKA: "Aki! What's wrong?"

AKI: "Alpacas..."

HONOKA: "Oh? You met the school's alpacas? They're so fluffy and cute aren't they?"

AKI: "...Uh, a-anyway. *WIPES FACE* Great job at practice today, Honoka!"

HONOKA: "Well thanks for another great session! Saturday's the big day."

AKI: "Yup! You've been completely engrossed in practice ever since you decided to perform solo. Is your body handling it okay?"

HONOKA: "Of course! I'm full of motivation, enthusiasm and the passion to make the debut a hit!"

AKI: *Laugh* "That's the spirit, Honoka!"

HONOKA: "I wasn't sure at the beginning since I hadn't decided on what to do, or how to do it.
But I'm glad I figured everything out with you. Thanks for sticking with me this whole time!"

AKI: "I should be thanking you! I'm glad we put in the hard work.
Wait, shouldn't we be saying that after you've performed?"

HONOKA: *Chuckle* "I think so. How about we have a little chat after my song?"

AKI: "Sure!"

Honoka knows what she wants to do. Knowing her, I'm sure she'll be able to pull it off!

However, I need to ask a slight favor from her.

AKI: "One last thing, Honoka."

HONOKA: "Hm? Go ahead."

AKI: "You're always so energetic, bright, cheerful, cute and charming. Any room you step into lights up thanks to your energy and optimism."

HONOKA: "Wh-Whoa, where did that come from all of a sudden?!"

AKI: "Which is why I want you to open the show."

HONOKA: "M-Me?!"

AKI: "You're the perfect candidate to get that crowd fired up. You're the leader of the legendary μ's, you're the light that has guided the way for the school idol world.
There is nobody better than you to guide this show into the light."

HONOKA: "Aki... I'll do it!"

AKI: "Thank you, I know it's a big responsibility for your solo debut, but I know you can pull it off."

...

I should really construct a list for the live show, so that the order of performances can be well structured.

Honoka looked happy when she left the clubroom. It's reassuring to know that I can count on her to do this for everyone.

NICO: "Hi. I'm counting on you for the show this Saturday."

AKI: "I'm happy to hear that Ni-"

Co? Oh...there she goes again.

As the day of the show creeps up, a sullen look sometimes comes across Nico's face.

I should catch up to her, some final reassurance would really be good for her right now.

...

AKI: "Are you worried about your solo performance or something? I feel like your preparations and practice have been perfect, though."

NICO: "Huh? N-No! Nothing's bugging me at all."

AKI: "Really?"

NICO: "Yeah! It's not me that I'm worried about, it's μ's without me! I was just wondering if everyone would be okay without me around."

AKI: "I'm pretty sure everyone and their performances will be fine. I mean, I've given you all lots of support for this!"

NICO: "I hope you're right about that."

Is something worrying Nico?

AKI: "Nico, could it be that you're feeling lonely without everyone around, or something?"

NICO: "Not at all!"

AKI: "Nico."

NICO: *Sigh* "Why is it that you just get me?"

AKI: "Because I've seen a lot about you. I'd really appreciate it if you came to talk to me about anything on your mind, even if it's the smallest thing."

NICO: "Looks like I can't keep anything hidden from you. You give me so much support so that I can shine as my adorable self, right? I'm really grateful to you for that."

AKI: "It makes me happy to hear you say that."

NICO: "But when it comes to performing all on my own, I just can't see the light at the end of the tunnel, no matter how hard I try.
I just got to thinking about whether people would really enjoy watching a performance with just me and none of the other μ's members onstage."

AKI: "Nico... I said it before, and I'll say it again, your charms are yours and yours alone."

NICO: "I know that, but!"

AKI: "You're always adorable, Nico! You'll be the best in the galaxy if you just show off your usual charms!"

NICO: "You... You're right. It really wasn't like me to get all worried just because I have my solo debut coming up.
I'm glad I have you in my life. You're like a strong fath- *Cough* Um, say goodbye to the weak and pathetic Nico you saw today!
I gotta make sure my solo debut is the best ever, especially for all of my many fans out there waiting for me!"

AKI: "Right!"

I'm glad Nico seems relieved now.

But it almost sounded like she wanted to compare me to something.

Maybe it's just my imagination talking?

...

A/N: FINALLY I have gained a best girl UR through scouting! The scouting curse is over!