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That guitarist is Wakaba’s daughter, isn’t she?

Isn’t her name Mutsumi? She’s super cute.

As expected, the children of celebrities are different.

Totally.

Wasn’t that Sakiko-chan?

It’s said that their next tour will be nationwide. How amazing!

Soyorin…

Ah, sorry.

Sorry!

Wait for me, Soyorin!

Soyorin----!

“Rikki, what do we do?!”

“Oblivionis is Sakiko-chan!”

“Soyorin is in shock.”

Rikki!

You said Sakiko… What about her?

So, I’m saying,

at Mujica’s live,

when everyone took off their masks, I saw Sakiko-chan.

Mutsumi-chan was there too.

And Yahata-san!

Don’t tell Tomori about this.

Huh?

Did she just hang up my call!

What on earth do you mean?!

Why would you do something that thoughtless?

Huh~? But didn’t it go super well?

Look, the notifications are non-stop.

What?

Taking off the masks on the best stage, at the best moment…

Was there any other time than today to do it?

I get what you’re trying to say.

But the band has to stabilize first.

Hey~ You would agree with me, wouldn’t you, Umiko?

Wait, are you leaving now?

DISRUPTION’s live is in just a few days.

Well, I’ll take my leave first.

Hey? What about the afterparty?

Yūtenji-san, I wasn’t finished talking.

We’re the fastest to debut at the Budōkan since our debut.

What is there to object to?

It’s the speed I’m opposing.

Doesn’t that make wearing masks meaningless?

It might even affect sumimi activities.

Ahhh! Sorry, Uiko~

It’s fine.

Look, we’re trending everywhere!

The number one trend is Ave Mujica.

Second is sumimi.

And then Wakaba.

Ah! Nyamuchi is in there too! Super cool~

A shattered mask cannot be restored.

That is the beginning of the end.

Did you hear about it?

Ave Mujica, right? It really shocked me.

I didn’t expect Oblivionis to actually be…

Tomorin~

Good morning.

Did you find any pretty stones?

Yes.

Did you and Soyo-chan go together? To the concert.

Ah… Yesterday’s Mujica live?

I went. It was pretty impressive, I’d say?

Anon-chan, have you heard?

They say that Oblivionis is B-Class’s Togawa-san!

Saki-chan…?

It’s Mujica.

That band called Ave Mujica!

Ave Mujica.

Tomorin, are you on duty today?

Oblivionis is the keyboardist. Do you know her, Tomori-chan?

Eh… First time hearing about her.

Do you think we can talk to Togawa-san too?

Let’s try.

Sorry I didn’t tell you.

I told Rikki, and she said not to tell you.

Were you scouted by a talent agent?

I didn’t know you were in a band! Saki-chan… in a band.

Isn’t there also sumimi’s Uika-chan? Saki-chan… in a band.

Isn’t there also sumimi’s Uika-chan?

The band members are amazing!

Hanasakigawa Girls’ High School

That Uika-chan from sumimi is Doloris. You are so incredible!

Sorry I didn’t tell you all. I had to keep it confidential.

Yahata-san isn’t here.

She seems to have left right after class.

I wanted to talk to Timoris.

Same here.

Timoris this, Timoris that… It’s so annoying.

You’re the only one who found me.

Huh?

You left Misumi-san alone there and say that?

Let those who can talk talk.

Why are you and Sakiko in the same band?

You knew Togawa-san?

What even is in your mind?

Why are you in a band?

After rejecting to be in a band with me.

Didn’t I tell you not to tell Tomori?!

The whole school is talking about it. How could she not know?

Mutsumi-chan…

Yes, yes! Mutsumi-chan!

I didn’t recognize her at all!

Mutsumi-chan shows up on TV from time to time, right?

Her mom is the actress Minami Mori,

and her dad is the comedian Wakaba, right?

It’s not like telling us would’ve been an issue.

There was no need to say it.

Also, Mutsumi hates it when people recognize her

as a celebrity’s child and make a fuss about it.

But Sakiko, on the other hand…

Huh…?

She said it was all Saki-chan’s doing.

Soyorin…

What do you mean by “all”?

The band was created by Saki-chan.

The play and the songs were written by Saki-chan, too.

Seriously? Unbelievable…

Saki-chan… back when she was in CRYCHIC,

she was so warm, so bright.

She even said my lyrics were cries from the heart,

that they were our songs.

But this song…

“I hope you’ll be very happy.”

It’s a cry from a Saki-chan I don’t know.

Ah! Ave Mujica!

Amazing! Uika-sama…!

Timoris, from DISRUPTION?

Huh? Wasn’t she in NOTORIA?

I heard Mujica removed their masks.

So jealous of the people who saw it live.

Wakaba’s daughter is so cute!

She’s like a doll.

Why…

Why is Nyamu not a hot topic at all?

You hinted at it so much in the video.

To a point there’s no surprise left anymore.

By the way, Umiko, aren’t you just a normal person?

How come you are in the spotlight?

If it were someone famous like Uiko or Muuko, I’d understand.

You know I have a pretty face, too.

That’s true~ But I really didn’t expect Sakiko to be famous as well.

If you’re a rich girl, wear better clothes.

People will look down on you otherwise.

When we first met,

you wore something completely inappropriate for the occasion at the hotel.

Made me doubt you.

Let’s move on to the main topic.

I updated the schedule for the nationwide tour. Please check it.

Okay…!

On the final day of the tour, we’ll debut a new song.

Umiri-chan’s schedule is so clear and helpful.

You flatter me.

Wow! During the tour, you’ll be on TV and in magazines. So busy!

Looks like removing the masks was the right decision~

Either way, this won’t last forever.

By the way, Muuko seems to have the most work to do~

Misumi-san is busy with sumimi stuff.

So Wakaba-san will take on Misumi-san’s parts.

It was specified by the client.

Hmm~ But being Minami Mori’s daughter plays a big part.

Seriously?! Is Minami that Minami Mori?!

Excuse me…

Please come in~

Thank you for your hospitality today.

Saki-chan! It’s been a while. How have you been?

I’m doing well.

Does Minami-san know Sakiko?

Mutsumi-chan and Saki-chan have been together since kindergarten.

Oh… Childhood friends?

That’s so cool!

Everyone, help yourselves and eat plenty.

This looks delicious!

Thank you so much.

I won’t hold back.

Minami-chan, why…

Huh? Didn’t you talk about me?

Huh?

Wow! How did you figure that out?

By the way, you’re called Minami-chan, huh? That’s so cute!

Can Nyamu call you “Minami-chan” too?

Of course, you can!

And, I’d like to try different things…

Like appearing on TV shows and stuff.

Then I’ll talk to a producer I know next time.

Thank you so much!

Yūtenji-san, you’re so shameless.

It’s not like I can have this opportunity every day!

Minami-chan, I heard you have a studio at home. Is that true?

Yes, because Ta-kun said he wanted one.

Ta-kun? Ah! You mean Wakaba-san.

Oh, right! Want to watch a movie together?

May I?!

Why?!

Why are you suddenly doting on the child you ignored all this time?

Get out!

I don’t want to see you!

Get out!

You’re a traitor! You, and you too!

I don’t want to brag about it, but this is too good for you not to cry.

I’m crying~

It’s amazing.

I’m so happy you get it!

Come watch it anytime you want!

Why don’t you and your band practice here?

Really?!

It’s a room built for fun,

but it doesn’t get used much.

I’m so happy… Now we can practice anytime!

Next up are the members of Ave Mujica!

I heard this is your first time on a live TV show?

Yes~ I’m so nervous.

You’re super popular now.

Mutsumi-chan, did Minami-san say anything?

Mutsumi-chan?

She’s Mortis. Who is this Minami-san you’re talking about?

Ah… Then, Mortis-san, have your parents said anything about your popularity?

We dolls don’t have parents.

So cold and distant~

Then, what does Mortis-san think?

Right now, Ave Mujica is such a hot topic!

It won’t last long.

Huh?!

What are you going to do about this?!

Saying “It won’t last long.”

We’re just getting started!

I…

This is the most important time for me to make my name known!

You probably wouldn’t understand, Muuko.

The video comments are all about us breaking up.

It’s really terrible.

It’s not like that Mutsumi-chan had bad intentions.

Speaking of which, haven’t you been on TV since you were a kid?

Shouldn’t you be used to interviews by now?

Then why would you say something like that?!

I just… when I talk…

Sakiko! Are you gonna keep being silent?!

Or are you forgiving her just because you’re childhood friends?

Saki-chan…?

It’s my fault for not managing things properly.

Mutsumi.

From now on, you need to stay professional when speaking.

I’m sorry…

Wakaba-san, you need to head to your next work location.

Wakaba-san…?

Not bad. Let’s switch to another pose, shall we?

Ave Mujica… Is this news about their disbandment?

One topic after another, huh?

But your mom is a famous actress; going down this path isn’t bad either.

I’d love to see you and Minami-san act together someday.

What do you talk about at home?

Did your parents influence you to start playing guitar?

Hmm…? Mutsumi-chan?

Wakaba-san knows a lot of musicians, right?

What does your father think of Ave Mujica?

The future looks bright!

So exciting.

Really looking forward to it.

Amazing. That’s incredible, Mutsumi-chan.

So impressive. Way to go!

We had so many interviews today…

Sorry that sumimi got dragged into all the gossip too.

Especially when you have just started your solo activities…

It’s okay!

They keep saying we’ll disband or that we don’t get along.

I almost feel like shouting, “sumimi will never break up!”

Yeah.

Hmm?

Ui-chan, are you okay?

I’m fine.

Here you go!

Half a donut for our hard-working Ui-chan!

sumimi is two-in-one!

Thanks.

You’ve worked hard.

Hmm?

Saki-chan?!

You’ve been sleeping here?!

Why…

I beg you…

Just get out of my sight…!

Ave Mujica will face the future during this tour.

We must dispel rumors of disbandment and regain trust.

The new songs and scripts need to be revised to

reflect the removal of masks as soon as possible.

I don’t want to waste time going home.

So you’re sleeping at the office?

Will you do this until the tour starts?

Can you really work well like this?

If your house is far away, why don’t you come to stay with me?

My place is close, as long as your family doesn’t worry.

They won’t worry.

Saki-chan…

You should come to my house.

There’s no need to say no.

Alright?

Just come in.

Ah, can you wait ten seconds?

1, 2, 3…

Not yet!

I only counted to three.

If you need anything, let me know.

Toothbrushes, snacks, whatever.

And for your sleeping arrangements…

Where would be best for you to sleep…?

Huh? The attic?

Are you sure this is okay? Isn’t it cramped?

It’s not cramped. This helps a lot. Thank you.

This doll is so cute.

It belonged to my mother.

She passed away due to illness.

Uika, you have met my mother, right?

Saki-chan?

Please, Uika, make me forget everything…

I see.

Because you can’t forget,

that’s why you’re “Oblivionis”… why you’re “Forgetfulness”.

You can stay here as long as you want.

I’ll always stay by your side.

“There’s no escape anymore.”

I can’t wait to see Mutsumi soon.

Me too.

I’m so excited for Mujica’s live!

Do you think they’ll announce their disbandment during the tour?

“Finally! Ave Mujica’s nationwide tour starts today~! I’m gonna give it my all!”

We’ve already decided to believe in them.

That’s true, but…

Right. If it’s the moon, it’ll surely…

Oblivionis’ hairstyle and makeup are ready.

Come over here for a moment!

Alright!

Right. If it’s the moon, it’ll surely…

Mutsumi-chan hasn’t arrived yet.

It seems her previous work ran overtime.

By the way, what’s up with today’s script?

Is it targeting me?

It’s just part of the plot.

The dolls who lost their masks

will face a harsh reality.

Mutsumi-chan’s here!

Bring her clothes over! We’re out of time!

I’ll carry your guitar for you.

Mutsumi-chan! Over here!

We’re out of time. Let’s start.

Mutsumi, just listen from there.

Tonight is our first masquerade ball

as the ones who lost their masks.

It’s also the first day of the nationwide tour.

Whether we can immerse the audience in Ave Mujica’s world today

will determine the true worth of our band!

Failure is not an option.

Give me back my perfect face!

Give me back those beautiful, pitiful eyes!

Give me back those gracefully curved lips!

Amoris…

This… this isn’t the real me!

Amoris, this is what you wished for.

No, I…!

Ah, the moon…

The moonlight will surely make me shine.

Right, the moon, it surely will…

How unfortunate. The moon heals no one.

Not only that, it will press closer and closer.

Once broken, you’ll have to live with this face forever.

There’s no escaping now.

How could this happen!

Even so, if you still seek solace…

Then leave everything to Ave Mujica!

Welcome to Ave Mujica’s world.

Will dolls with cut strings gain freedom?

Or will they…