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Huh? All of it was improvised?

Because I don’t really know Mujica’s songs.

Huh? Are you joking?

Huh? Huh–?! What?!

What do you mean~?

Yesterday’s music show was so interesting!

Thank you~

It ended up feeling like a comedy skit, didn’t it?

Yeah, that part!

Thanks to the host’s humor.

Oh, so that’s why.

As expected of a professional host!

She became them.

Huh? Isn’t your dad a host?

Huh? Isn’t your dad a host?

The world starts to twist and distort.

Ahー I’m so tired～

Which color should I choose?

I can’t decide…

Red or black…

By the way, I’m still on a diet.

Ah!

Even if I eat, I won’t gain weight.

I’m so jealous～

Sesame-flavored?

It’s sesame-flavored.

If we share half, the calories will be halved!

I see!

No, no, saying things like this isn’t good～

What’s wrong?

What?

Not long ago, everyone was still…

I won’t let Mujica disband.

If a band member quits, it’s basically the same as disbanding.

This is such an important moment.

Do you really think this is okay?!

Togawa-san, aren’t you the one not paying attention to the members?

Whenever I speak up, I ruin everything.

What’s the big deal～

Finally, we’re in the best state now.

Huh?

That’s true, the atmosphere of the band has improved.

I was worried we might just disband like that.

It’s all thanks to Mutsumi-chan.

That’s right.

Really impressive to dispel negative rumors with such powerful acting.

Even the rumors of disbanding have disappeared.

Indeed～

But having such a lazy attitude, like you did in that interview earlier, is unacceptable!

Although the direction may differ slightly from what Togawa-san expected, Ave Mujica’s…

Wakaba-san also expressed Ave Mujica’s worldview in her own unique way.

It is a sort of success too.

Isn’t that why we got a magazine feature?

Starting now, we’re a band.

We’ll play music together and our destinies will become one!

I will write music worthy of Ave Mujica!

Huh? That sounded just like something Sakiko would say～

A shared destiny means just that.

Shared destiny, huh…

A bit exaggerated～

I like the Mujica we have now.

Thank you, Uika-chan.

Are you really going to settle like this?!

I haven’t finished talking yet!

Huh–?

We worked so hard to come together,

but you’re still so laid-back.

We had a tour scheduled but didn’t even practice properly!

Yeah, we have to perform a new song on the last day of the tour.

When will it even be finished～

I want to practice too~

Saki-chan has been pretty busy lately too…

I’ll help out too.

Misumi-san, Wakaba-san, it’s about time to go.

You’re off to shoot the cover for “Ella”, right? That’s so nice～

I’ll let the editor know.

Yay! Should I come too?

Just for reference for the future～

Aren’t you supposed to film a video?

That’s right! I’m filming with Nanaya-san.

Amazing.

Right?! The agency agreed!

Saki-chan… I wonder if she’s exhausted?

She’d never show that side of herself before.

It’s all those invisible jobs,

like directing live shows and writing scripts.

She’s handling all of it.

Even a little, I want to lighten her burden.

She’s composing at home all the time too.

Yesterday, she even pulled an all-nighter.

It’s not good for her health!

Then just tell her!

Tell her to sleep properly!

When there’s too much work, she forgets herself.

A lot of things spiral out of control.

Mutsumi-chan, you kind of remind me of Mana-chan.

The Mana-chan from “sumimi”?

Yeah, when I’m with Mutsumi-chan, I feel really at ease.

You even brought all of us together.

But the first time we met, you didn’t talk much.

I had no idea you were this amazing.

Didn’t Uika-chan say before

that if a member quits, it’s basically the same as disbanding?

I think the same as you.

Now, the closest person to Sakiko-chan is Uika-chan.

Please take care of Sakiko-chan.

Alright!

Ah, I’ll tell the manager we can make it in time for the shoot.

Uika-chan.

Yes?

What we just talked about, keep it a secret from Sakiko-chan, okay?

Only eternal death will bring no awakening.

Let me weave a cradle for you.

Guiding you into dreams unaware.

Mutsumi… what’s wrong with you?

Saki-chan? Why are you still awake?

I need to compose.

It’s not good for your health!

Health?

You’re not sleeping enough. Go to sleep for today.

You can’t think of good songs without sleep.

But…

Saki-chan?

Alright.

Didn’t you get enough sleep?

Not really. I’m working on songs for the next live.

Do you need any math help?

I’m pretty good at it. No thanks.

I see.

I never thought I’d one day borrow notes from you.

Me neither.

I never thought I’d see Umiri on TV five days a week.

By the way, why are you filming here?

The classroom is too noisy.

So? How is it?

What do you mean?

The band. Didn’t you say it might disband?

That’s been resolved.

The tour is going well too.

The schedule is filled with TV appearances and interviews.

It’s like a sparkler about to burn out.

Huh?

Can you try to show more expression?

Your expression is too stiff.

Yeah, yeah～ Smile more!

What are you all doing!

Uika-chan and Umiri-chan, come join too!

No choice, I guess.

I even tried to distinguish my image from sumimi.

It’s really great!

I love this photo～

Yeah.

In a positive way, it’s unlike Mujica’s style.

It feels like a new side.

Yeah, totally～

I like this photo too.

Then it’s approved!

Let’s use this one～

I heard you all are going to Fukuoka for a tour this weekend.

We’ll do our best to show the audience a beautiful dream.

Nyamu-chan… Amoris’s family will be coming too, right?

That’s right.

But, well, since we’re technically dolls, family–

Hakata dolls!

Huh? Oh, right…

Minami-chan has a favorite shop.

I’m really looking forward to visiting it.

Please leave your recommendations for places to visit

in Mujica’s social media comment sections!

We’d really appreciate it.

Actually, next week’s show will have a Fukuoka special.

Will you all be coming again?

Thank you so much! I’ll ask the manager–

Ah, the gesture says no… So it’s a no…

We’d love to have you anytime.

We might actually come by!

I quit!

How come she’s leavin’ the topic to me, then takin’ it right back to herself?

It’s just so frustratin’, I tell ya～

This is what I get after tryin’ so darn hard~

Guess talent really is everythin’.

Ah–

“Mama”

Ma～ma～

Why ya lookin’ so down? What happened?

What could’ve happened!

I thought for sure I’d grab myself an opportunity in Tokyo,

but turns out I’m surrounded by geniuses.

Oh dear, how’d it come to this?

Exactly, and today I figured I’d use Muuko and chat her up nonstop.

But she went ahead and took over, didn’t even let me get a word edgewise.

Oh my…

That’s why, even though I don’t usually drink this stuff,

I went and bought the biggest latte they had today.

Don’t worry.

Your name “Nyamu”,

It means wheat only grows stronger after bein’ trampled on.

Tomorrow, you’ll be somethin’ even more amazin’, ya hear?

Mama–!

Sister!

I want to talk to Nyamu-sister!

Wait your turn!

Don’t y’all fight～

Rock-paper-scissors!

Ah…

I win!

Nyamu-sister, thank ya for the cat plushie!

Ain’t it just adorable～? Happy birthday!

You were on TV.

Everybody’s sayin’ it was amazin’!

I’m so proud!

I see.

Alrighty! Sis is feelin’ fired up now!

I’ll set off a big ol’ firework for y’all.

Make sure y’all watchin’!

Take care now. We’re all rootin’ for ya!

Thank ya kindly～ I’ll give it my best shot!

Y’all look forward to the Fukuoka concert the day after tomorrow, ya hear?

Give a holler to the big brother and big sister for me, will ya?

Good night, y’all～

We’ll start checking the sound equipment.

I heard you haven’t been able to play together at all.

Should we try playing a few songs first?

My sincere apologies, we’ll leave it to you.

Alright, let’s start.

Mortis-san, your guitar.

No need～

Mutsumi, what are you saying?

Because I don’t know how to play guitar at all.

Huh?!

What do you mean by that?!

I’m only here because Sakiko-chan wanted Mujica to perform.

I’ve never even touched a guitar.

But you’ve been playing it all this time!

I can’t play it because I’ve never played it before.

Is it your fingers or arms that hurt?

Not at all.

You can’t even play the first song of the tour?

The setlist hasn’t really changed.

I can’t play any of them～

Wait, what are you talking about? I can’t understand a thing.

Are you serious?

What’s the problem?

I was doing fine without the guitar, right?

What should we do?

When we were on TV before, it was fine because we only played one song.

But if we consider the entire set…

Wait, what about rehearsals?

It hurts.

Come with me.

What are you thinking?!

You already ruined the performance with improvisation,

and now you’re saying you won’t play?

You used to care so much about the guitar!

I can’t understand you anymore!

This is all for Ave Mujica.

Sakiko-chan said it, right?

That Mutsumi-chan left everything to you.

So, I spoke to everyone on behalf of Sakiko-chan.

Uika-chan, Umiri-chan, Nyamu-chan–

Everyone really loves Ave Mujica.

If things stay like this, we can stay together forever.

Sakiko-chan.

What nonsense are you talking about?

Do you really not understand?

Sakiko-chan is so fixated on the band.

Isn’t it because of this?

Mutsumi… wouldn’t call me that.

Are you… really Mutsumi?

Mutsumi-chan is already dead.

Ah, I got it wrong.

It’s more like she’s asleep, as if dead.

Don’t joke around!

I’m serious.

What do you mean by “asleep”?!

Explain it to me!

My name is Mortis.

Huh…?

A long time ago, I chatted with Mutsumi-chan,

played with dolls,

and had lots of fun.

A long… time ago…

After Mutsumi-chan started playing guitar,

she joined Sakiko-chan’s band.

with no idea that would be the start of her suffering.

One day, when Mutsumi-chan couldn’t sleep from all the pain,

she desperately followed Sakiko-chan, seeking help.

But Sakiko-chan, only thinking of herself,

scolded Mutsumi-chan harshly.

Why?! Why aren’t you on my side?!

Just like this, with all the wounds on her,

Mutsumi-chan sank into a deep, deep sleep.

That’s why I hate Sakiko-chan.

Don’t worry. I will protect Mutsumi-chan and her favorite band.

But…

If Sakiko-chan keeps being like this,

Mutsumi-chan might never be back.

Saki-chan!

It seems the rain will stop tomorrow.

What did you talk about with Mutsumi-chan?

That… wasn’t Mutsumi.

That just came out of nowhere.

A split personality?

Were you calling for me?

Everyone’s here～

What were you talking about?

Is it true you have a split personality?

Hmm–?

Let’s decide what to do moving forward.

We didn’t even get to rehearse.

Tomorrow’s live will have to be canceled, right?

Canceled?

We can’t cancel it…

Mutsumi-chan’s guitar recordings…

This is the downside of insisting on live performances.

Mutsumi-chan’s guitar is the core of the songs.

I can’t handle it all on my own…

If we’re going to hold the live, I’ll immediately find someone to help.

Isn’t Muuko herself still here?

I can handle it, no matter how many hours it takes!

Whether they’re here for a play or the music,

I’ll make sure my performance satisfies them completely!

But that… doesn’t count as a band anymore…

You know, I’ve been holding back for a long time.

Even when Muuko stole the spotlight and I was ignored,

I kept smiling for the audience’s sake.

Whether it’s the band or the live,

it’s not just us doing it.

There are countless people working tirelessly behind the scenes.

They’re the ones staying up all night for us.

Have you thought about the audience looking forward to tomorrow’s live?

It’s not just ticket money.

They spend so much on travel and accommodation,

saving up from their jobs for Ave Mujica’s live concert.

Are you going to betray them?!

Then you quit!

Should we expel Muuko?

What are you suggesting?

I want Mutsumi…

…back.

You fool!

I’ll quit.

When I saw your clothes at first, I thought you were sloppy,

but then I assumed you’d leave your high-society status behind to take this seriously.

I really thought we’d climb to the top together.

What “Give me your life”!

I don’t have the time to play house with a rich girl!

If one person quits, Ave Mujica is over, right?

That’s…

Huh? How did it come to this?

Calm down…

I am calm.

She did say it, didn’t she?

Yes, you did.

If I hadn’t said it back then…

Uika-chan, you are always lying.

Didn’t you say it was because you wanted to stay with Sakiko-chan?

That’s why we don’t have to disband!

I don’t want that, I don’t want it!

Absolutely not!

We absolutely won’t disband!

A band is about playing music together and destinies becoming one!

Our mission is none other than to show our audience a dream!

Now is the time to determine the true value of the band!

Sakiko-chan, isn’t Mujica the only thing you have left in this world?!

Sooner or later…

only a few bands can last forever.

Why?!

Why are we even talking about disbanding?!

How did it come to this?!

Didn’t I say it already?

After I told you to “take care of Sakiko-chan,”

didn’t you smile happily?!

Didn’t we talk about using everyone’s strengths

to make Mujica even better?!

Why…

Even Umiri-chan said,

“If Mujica could become a place I can call home, that would be great.”

You’ve got it wrong.

What “wrong”?!

Why are you in Mujica in the first place?

When you acted as a doll…

Honestly, it scared me to the point of trembling.

Even though I knew there were no strings,

I saw the strings pulled tight and then snap.

Even though I felt frustrated,

I realized that this is what true genius looks like.

You shouldn’t belong here.

Why?!

Why would you be mean to me?!

Is it because I can’t play the guitar?

Say something!

Nobody’s leaving, right?!

We’ll stay together as a band, right?!

Sakiko-chan!

Uika-chan!

Umiri-chan!

How could this happen…

The despair brought by silence took over her entirely.

The silence proclaimed the end of everything.

The moon sinks into the earth.

Stop talking…!

Our fleeting lives end here.

Why would you say something like that?!

The dolls no longer exist.

But I’m still here!

With tonight’s masquerade…

Stop! Don’t say it!

We announce the curtain call of Ave Mujica.

NO–!!!