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SakikoIf only those days had continued... I could have been happy.

SakikoWithout shedding a single tear, bathed in warm light—

Tomori?Take my hand, Saki-chan. Let's go back to those days.

SakikoYes... Tomori!

Tomori?...

Sakiko—That's what you expected me to say, isn't it?

Tomori?Huh...?

SakikoMother, Tomori... and I. We no longer belong there.

SakikoAll those dazzling, beautiful memories lie buried beneath the grave of the weak person I once was.

SakikoI became a god for the sake of Ave Mujica. And gods... do not waver.

Tomori?...

SakikoIt's about time you dropped that facade. You are no Tomori.

Girl—Hehe, that's more like it.

GirlA temptation of this caliber can no longer shake you. I'm glad to see that.

SakikoThe past, bound by attachments and laden with sin... I have already forgotten it. We stand now only upon the traces of the tears we have shed.

SakikoAttempting to ensnare a god with sweet words—that is blasphemy.

SakikoWho are you?

GirlHehe, it seems there's no time to answer that. Your ride is here.

???"...-ki-chan! Saki-chan!"

SakikoThat voice is—

Uika"Saki-chan! Give me your hand...!"

GirlI'll be looking forward to what comes next. Oblivionis, Goddess of Forgetfulness.

SakikoWait—who are you—!

SakikoThis place... The dance floor? Uika...?

Uika...! Saki-chan!

UikaOh, thank goodness, you're awake.

SakikoWhat on earth was I doing...?

UikaYou don't remember? You were dancing all by yourself.

UikaAh, sorry...

UikaYou seemed a little strange, so I...

SakikoI see... So it was you...

UikaHuh?

SakikoThe music hasn't stopped yet.

UikaBut I don't know how to waltz...!

SakikoUika.

SakikoLeave everything to me.

UikaYeah!

audiencehWonderful! Excellent!

SakikoWow! What a beautiful dance!

Sakiko! That voice—just now—?

UikaAhaha, Saki-chan, that was amazing...!

SakikoHehe... You as well, Uika. As expected of an idol, you dance with such ease.

UikaHey, Saki-chan... what was that earlier—

Sakiko—It's time. Let us go, Uika.

SakikoLet us show them what a true masquerade is.

UikaAlright...!

A Few Hours Later

OblivionisTonight's masquerade draws to a close. Everyone, may you have a pleasant night...

SecretaryOblivionis, please accept this bouquet. It is a token of gratitude from the Togawa Group.

NyamuWhoa, such gorgeous roses!

Sakiko(That person is actually... grandfather's secretary.)

Audience ITo think the Togawa Group would stoop to clinging to a mere band to salvage their image. How the mighty have fallen, trying to curry favor with the masses...

Audience JNo, no, they were right to set their sights on Ave Mujica. You saw it, didn't you? The level of their performance and world-building! They're the real deal!

Audience KThey might even be able to recoup those massive losses. And as his granddaughter, she must be content to protect the family name. Truly, blood is thicker than water. What beautiful familial devotion.

Sadaharu...

Sakiko(We cannot rely on the Togawa's blessings forever...)

Sakiko(We must become independent from the Togawa and make Mujica unshakable. That is my sole purpose.)

Sakiko(I will captivate every guest here and turn them all into collaborators for Mujica. Even if they're devils, I will use them.)

OblivionisThank you. What a beautiful bouquet... On behalf of everyone, I express our gratitude.

OblivionisAs long as you desire a sweet feast, Ave Mujica will remain your faithful partners.

OblivionisWith that, I bid you a good night.

After the Performance

Emerald Symphony - Stern

SakikoPhew... The breeze feels so refreshing.

SakikoThe heat of the party was a bit much. But we were able to mingle with the guests as well...

SakikoEven so...

Sakiko(Was that a waking dream...? Or some phantom taking the shape of a girl...?)

Sakiko(No, surely it was—)

SakikoMy resolve will not waver. —No matter how you, the devil, try to tempt me.

Sakiko!! The wind is so strong...

SakikoThese beautiful flowers... They should rest here.

SakikoGoodnight... May you have sweet dreams. All of my... dazzling, beautiful memories...