Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Rikki and Bai Qiu discuss composing a song together for Starry's live show.
• Bai Qiu accompanies Shoko to watch Mujica's stage play.
• Mio expresses her desire to collaborate with Bai Qiu for more views on her streams.
• Shoko gives Mio more lines in the stage play, suspecting that she has more acting talent.

Character Developments

• Rikki: Shows professionalism and understanding when Bai Qiu can't meet up to compose.
• Bai Qiu: Helps revise Mujica's stage play script and supports Shoko's band.
• Shoko: Feels insecure about Bai Qiu's relationships with other girls, especially after a disturbing dream.
• Mio: Wants to ride Bai Qiu's popularity to increase her stream views and considers exposing his identity as a Light Novelist.
• Hairin: Notices Shoka's enthusiasm around Bai Qiu and considers telling Rikki.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and collaboration among musicians.
• Insecurity in relationships and the fear of competition.
• The pursuit of popularity and views in the streaming world.

Character Interactions

• Rikki and Bai Qiu: Collaborate on a song and maintain a professional relationship.
• Bai Qiu and Shoko: Support each other's creative endeavors, with Shoko feeling insecure about Bai Qiu's other relationships.
• Bai Qiu and Mio: Mio tries to leverage Bai Qiu's popularity for her streams, while Bai Qiu remains cautious about protecting his privacy.
• Shoko and Mio: Shoko gives Mio more lines in the stage play, possibly out of a desire to challenge her or test her acting skills.
• Hairin and Shoka: Hairin notices Shoka's enthusiasm around Bai Qiu and considers telling Rikki.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mutsuki arrives late for practice, and Shoko notices her unusual behavior towards Bai Qiu.
• Mujica has a successful rehearsal with Bai Qiu as the audience.
• Bai Qiu, Hana, and Sako have dinner together after practice, with Mutsuki joining them.
• They visit a ramen shop called Galaxy Noodle, where Bai Qiu orders the Ultimate Spicy Reincarnation Ramen.

Character Developments

• Shoko becomes worried and jealous after noticing Mutsuki's interest in Bai Qiu.
• Mutsuki feels envious of Sose's relationship with Bai Qiu and wants to spend more time with him.
• Bai Qiu feels guilty for not spending time with Sose and decides to treat Mana to a meal as a thank you.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and rivalry among the girls in Mujica.
• Bai Qiu's influence on the group's dynamics and performance.
• The girls' desire to have Bai Qiu around more often.

Character Interactions

• Shoko and Mutsuki's shared history and bond are highlighted, with Shoko feeling protective of their relationship.
• Bai Qiu's presence boosts the girls' morale and performance during practice.
• Hana, Sako, and Mutsuki walk home with Bai Qiu after practice, and Mutsuki feels left out as Hana and Sako stand closer to him.
• Hana warns Bai Qiu about the spiciness of the Ultimate Spicy Reincarnation Ramen at the noodle shop.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group goes to a ramen shop, and everyone orders except Shoko.
• Shoko orders the spiciest ramen after some prompting.
• Shoko struggles with the spiciness, coughs, and drinks Bai Qiu's cola.
• Everyone shares their cola with Shoko, and she improves.
• Shoko and Mutsuki eat ramen with Bai Qiu, enjoying their time together.

Character Developments

• Bai Qiu: Shows concern for Shoko's well-being and enjoys eating spicy food.
• Hana: Shows concern for Shoko and is mindful of her diet.
• Mutsuki: Shows affection for Bai Qiu by wanting to eat the same thing as him and not caring about formalities.
• Shoko: Struggles with spicy food but is determined not to lose to Mutsuki. Shows affection for Bai Qiu by wanting to monopolize his attention.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Camaraderie: The group enjoys a meal together, showing concern for each other's well-being.
• Competition and Rivalry: Shoko and Mutsuki subtly compete for Bai Qiu's attention.
• Self-Discovery: Shoko realizes she can't handle spicy food as well as she thought, and Mutsuki discovers she enjoys eating without formalities.

Character Interactions

• Bai Qiu and Shoko: They share a moment of closeness when Shoko drinks Bai Qiu's cola.
• Shoko and Mutsuki: They subtly compete for Bai Qiu's attention and affection.
• Hana and Mutsuki: They bond over their shared enjoyment of eating without formalities.
• Bai Qiu and Hana: Hana is interested in Bai Qiu's preferences in women.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wakaba Mutsuki wins a spicy-eating contest against Bai Qiu and Shoko.
• Bai Qiu and Hana help Shoko save face and prevent her from pushing herself too hard.
• Mutsuki misses her train stop and asks to go to Bai Qiu's house, with Shoko tagging along.
• The three of them spend the night at Bai Qiu's place, with Mutsuki and Hana each getting their own room.

Character Developments

• Mutsuki shows her competitive side and determination in the spicy-eating contest.
• Shoko realizes she needs to be more proactive and bold in her feelings for Bai Qiu.
• Bai Qiu demonstrates his ability to keep the peace and consider others' feelings.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and camaraderie among the group, with Bai Qiu, Mutsuki, Shoko, and Hana looking out for each other.
• The importance of communication and understanding in relationships, as shown by Bai Qiu's consideration for Mutsuki's feelings.

Character Interactions

• Mutsuki and Bai Qiu's bond deepens as they spend more time together.
• Shoko feels a sense of rivalry with Mutsuki but also learns from her.
• Hana feels happy and excited to be in Bai Qiu's room, showing her affection for him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shoko confesses her feelings for Bai Qiu to Mutsuki, expressing that she won't give him up to anyone.
• Mutsuki is confused and disappointed by Shoko's words.
• Sosei finds Shoka wearing Bai Qiu's clothes at his house and is shocked and resentful.

Character Developments

• Shoko: Becomes more assertive about her feelings for Bai Qiu and decides to treat Mutsuki better.
• Mutsuki: Feels confused and hurt by Shoko's words.
• Sosei: Realizes that Bai Qiu has spent the night with Shoka and is upset and resentful.
• Shoka: Shows kindness and politeness to Sosei, but is evasive about her relationship with Bai Qiu.

Significant Themes

• Love triangle and jealousy (Shoko's feelings for Bai Qiu and her concern about Mutsuki's affection for him).
• Communication and honesty (Shoko's directness with Mutsuki, but evasiveness with Sosei).
• Trust and betrayal (Sosei's feelings of betrayal upon finding Shoka at Bai Qiu's house).

Character Interactions

• Shoko and Mutsuki: Shoko confesses her feelings for Bai Qiu to Mutsuki, causing Mutsuki to feel confused and hurt.
• Sosei and Shoka: Sosei is shocked and resentful to find Shoka wearing Bai Qiu's clothes at his house, while Shoka is polite but evasive about her relationship with Bai Qiu.
• Bai Qiu and Sosei: Bai Qiu explains that Shoka and Mutsuki stayed over at his house, causing Sosei to feel upset and resentful.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai Qiu introduces Hana to his band members, and Wakaba Mutsuki joins them in the morning, wearing Bai Qiu's clothes.
• Sose feels jealous and left out, especially when Bai Qiu takes leave to stay home with Hana and Mutsuki due to their wet school uniforms.
• Sose sends a provocative message to Bai Qiu, confessing her feelings and expressing her desire for him to be unfaithful to her.

Character Developments

• Sose's jealousy and frustration grow as she sees Bai Qiu's closeness with Hana and Mutsuki, leading her to confess her feelings impulsively.
• Bai Qiu remains cautious and considerate, trying to reassure Sose without revealing his true intentions.

Significant Themes

• Jealousy and possessiveness in relationships.
• The struggle between genuine feelings and societal expectations (Sose's Yamato Nadeshiko temperament).
• Bai Qiu's internal conflict regarding his feelings and the potential consequences of revealing them.

Character Interactions

• Sose's interactions with Bai Qiu become more direct and confrontational, driven by her growing feelings and insecurities.
• Hana and Mutsuki's presence serves as a catalyst for Sose's jealousy and actions.
• Bai Qiu's interactions with Sose remain careful and considerate, trying to navigate her feelings without revealing his own.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sosei and Bai Qiu have a conversation via messages, with Sosei expressing her feelings and Bai Qiu reassuring her.
• Bai Qiu composes music with Hana, with Hana offering to help despite Bai Qiu's initial hesitation.
• They complete the song "Lost Star Call" together, with Bai Qiu praising Hana's assistance.

Character Developments

• Sosei: Realizes her feelings for Bai Qiu and becomes more open about them.
• Bai Qiu: Becomes more comfortable with expressing his feelings and accepting help from others.
• Hana: Shows professionalism and eagerness to help Bai Qiu, also revealing a hint of her personal struggle with her shoulder.

Significant Themes

• Communication and understanding between friends and potential romantic interests.
• The importance of accepting help and collaboration in achieving goals.
• The struggle between personal and professional lives.

Character Interactions

• Sosei and Bai Qiu: Their conversation leads to a deeper understanding and expression of their feelings.
• Bai Qiu and Hana: They collaborate on a song, with Hana offering help and Bai Qiu accepting it, leading to a successful outcome.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai Qiu and Hana spend two days composing music together, with Bai Qiu giving Hana a massage to relieve her shoulder pain.
• Bai Qiu arranges to meet Rikki at RiNG after school, while Hana goes to the agency for training.
• Bai Qiu receives messages from Aine, Akari, Kita, and Bocchi, expressing concern about his absence from school.

Character Developments

• Hana: Hana shows vulnerability and allows Bai Qiu to give her a massage, indicating a growing trust and comfort around him. She also expresses eagerness to meet Rikki.
• Bai Qiu: Bai Qiu demonstrates care and thoughtfulness towards Hana, showing his ability to consider others' feelings. He also shows dedication to his relationships, responding to messages from his friends and girlfriend.
• Rikki: Rikki struggles with finding a gift for Bai Qiu and grapples with her growing feelings for him, experiencing insecurity about her appearance.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Trust: The chapter emphasizes the growing bond between Bai Qiu and Hana, as well as Bai Qiu's connection with his friends and girlfriend.
• Growing Feelings: Rikki's internal struggle highlights the theme of developing romantic feelings and the insecurities that can accompany them.

Character Interactions

• Bai Qiu and Hana: Their interactions show a deepening friendship, with Bai Qiu caring for Hana's well-being and Hana becoming more comfortable around him.
• Bai Qiu and Rikki: Although they don't interact directly in this chapter, Rikki's thoughts about Bai Qiu and her eagerness to meet him at RiNG hint at their growing connection.
• Bai Qiu and His Friends/Girlfriend: Bai Qiu's responses to messages from Aine, Akari, Kita, and Bocchi demonstrate his attentiveness to his relationships and his consideration for others' feelings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai Qiu skips school to meet Rikki at RiNG and discuss music festival compositions.
• He interacts with Shinji Rinako, who notices his change in behavior and teases him about his relationship with Rikki.
• Bai Qiu and Rikki exchange their compositions and listen to each other's work.

Character Developments

• Bai Qiu: Shows growth in his composition skills, impressing Rikki. He also displays a playful side when teasing Rikki about her lip gloss.
• Rikki: Realizes that Bai Qiu might surpass her in composition skills soon, feeling a mix of happiness and disappointment at the thought.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and romantic tension between Bai Qiu and Rikki.
• Personal growth and the fear of losing progress or connection with someone due to that growth.

Character Interactions

• Bai Qiu and Rikki: Their playful banter and comfortable dynamic around each other deepens, hinting at growing feelings.
• Bai Qiu and Shinji Rinako: They share a light-hearted moment, with Shinji Rinako teasing Bai Qiu about his relationship with Rikki.
• Bai Qiu and Toyama Kasumi: Kasumi shows interest in MyGO!!!'s new song and invites Bai Qiu to play with Poppin'Party.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiina Rikki notices a golden strand of hair on Bai Qiu's collar, hinting at close contact with an unknown person.
• Rikki removes the strand discreetly, causing a brief awkwardness between them.
• Later, Rikki asks Bai Qiu if there's anything he likes, as she wants to give him a gift.

Character Developments

• Shiina Rikki shows signs of growing feelings for Bai Qiu, becoming more assertive and slightly jealous.
• Bai Qiu remains oblivious to Rikki's feelings and is surprised by her offer to give him a gift.

Significant Themes

• The theme of growing romantic feelings among the band members continues, with Rikki's actions hinting at her developing affection for Bai Qiu.
• The theme of gift-giving as a symbol of affection or gratitude is reinforced, with Rikki wanting to give Bai Qiu a gift in return for the ones he's given her.

Character Interactions

• The interaction between Bai Qiu and Rikki becomes more charged, with Rikki showing signs of jealousy and Bai Qiu remaining unaware of her feelings.
• Rikki's actions, such as removing the golden strand and asking about Bai Qiu's preferences, indicate a growing closeness and intimacy between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiina Rikki struggles with her feelings for Bai Qiu, considering a polyamorous relationship.
• MyGO!!! performs at Starry, with Kessoku Band welcoming them.
• Nagasaki Sosei reflects on her past actions and regrets not going to Starry earlier.

Character Developments

• Shiina Rikki: Struggles with her feelings for Bai Qiu and considers a non-monogamous relationship.
• Nagasaki Sosei: Reflects on her past actions and decides to seize the present, becoming more assertive with Bai Qiu.
• Chihaya Anon: Seems happier and more confident, but her behavior towards Sosei is strange.

Significant Themes

• Love and relationships: Shiina Rikki's struggle with her feelings for Bai Qiu and her consideration of a polyamorous relationship.
• Regret and moving forward: Nagasaki Sosei's reflection on her past actions and her decision to seize the present.
• Jealousy and insecurity: Takamatsu Tomo's envy of Chihaya Anon's closeness with Bai Qiu.

Character Interactions

• Shiina Rikki and Bai Qiu: Rikki becomes more physically affectionate with Bai Qiu, causing some discomfort for Takamatsu Tomo.
• Chihaya Anon and Nagasaki Sosei: Anon seems to look down on Sosei, causing discomfort and confusion.
• MyGO!!! and Kessoku Band: Both bands interact and get along well, with Yamada Ryo teasing Bai Qiu.
• Takamatsu Tomo and Chihaya Anon: Tomo feels envious of Anon's closeness with Bai Qiu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chihaya Anon and Bai Qiu spend time together, with Anon feeling happy and in love.
• MyGO!!! performs at Starry, and Kessoku Band watches, feeling a mix of rivalry and camaraderie.
• Bai Qiu gives Aine and Kita advice on managing their bands' social media accounts.
• Shiina Rikki decides to give Bai Qiu a gift but struggles to find the right moment.

Character Developments

• Chihaya Anon: Realizes and denies her feelings for Bai Qiu.
• Shiina Rikki: Struggles with her feelings for Bai Qiu and decides to give him a gift.

Significant Themes

• Love and relationships: Anon's feelings for Bai Qiu, Rikki's struggle with her emotions.
• Rivalry and camaraderie: Kessoku Band's feelings towards MyGO!!!.
• Personal growth: Aine and Kita learning from Bai Qiu about managing their bands' social media.

Character Interactions

• Chihaya Anon and Bai Qiu: Anon feels happy and in love while spending time with Bai Qiu.
• Kessoku Band and MyGO!!!: Both bands feel a mix of rivalry and camaraderie while watching each other perform.
• Shiina Rikki and Takamatsu Tomo: Rikki decides to give Bai Qiu a gift and leaves Tomo to go back to him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiina Rikki returns to Starry to give Bai Qiu a gift.
• Ijichi Nijika and Yamada Ryo leave, giving Rikki and Bai Qiu privacy.
• Rikki presents Bai Qiu with a bag containing various items, all intended for him.

Character Developments

• Shiina Rikki: Shows initiative and courage in expressing her feelings by returning to give Bai Qiu a gift. She also displays a hint of jealousy when she thinks Bai Qiu might be with Qiu.
• Bai Qiu: Demonstrates understanding and patience in dealing with Rikki's hesitant behavior. He also shows curiosity and a bit of self-doubt about his fashion sense.

Significant Themes

• Communication and expression of feelings: Rikki struggles to express her feelings for Bai Qiu but ultimately takes the initiative to give him a gift.
• Gift-giving and its significance: The items Rikki gives Bai Qiu symbolize her thoughts and feelings, showing her care and consideration.

Character Interactions

• Shiina Rikki and Bai Qiu: Their interaction is filled with tension and anticipation as Rikki prepares to give Bai Qiu her gift. Bai Qiu is patient and understanding, while Rikki is hesitant but determined.
• Ijichi Nijika and Yamada Ryo: They leave to give Rikki and Bai Qiu privacy, showing consideration and understanding of the situation. Yamada Ryo is curious and wants to eavesdrop, but Nijika refuses, demonstrating her integrity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Rikki gives Bai Qiu a bag of gifts, including gloves, eye drops, a phone case, and a tie.
• Bai Qiu accepts the gifts, expressing his gratitude and appreciation for Rikki's thoughtfulness.
• Rikki helps Bai Qiu put on the tie and adjusts his collar, taking her time and showing affection.
• Rikki confesses to knowing about Bai Qiu composing with Shoka, but isn't angry.

Character Developments

• Bai Qiu: Shows appreciation and gratitude for Rikki's gifts, and tries to reassure her about composing with Shoka.
• Rikki: Shows affection and care for Bai Qiu through her actions, and expresses understanding about Bai Qiu's collaboration with Shoka.

Significant Themes

• Gift Giving and Appreciation: Rikki's gifts to Bai Qiu symbolize her affection and thoughtfulness, while Bai Qiu's appreciation shows his reciprocation.
• Communication and Understanding: The chapter highlights the importance of open communication and understanding between friends, as seen in Bai Qiu's explanation to Rikki about his collaboration with Shoka.

Character Interactions

• Bai Qiu and Rikki: Their interaction is filled with affection and understanding, with Rikki showing care through her actions and Bai Qiu expressing his appreciation and reassurance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiina Rikki feels threatened by Miyako Shoka's presence and fears losing her position as Bai Qiu's teacher and friend.
• Rikki confesses her feelings to Bai Qiu, asking him what he thinks of her.
• Bai Qiu praises Rikki's seriousness, responsibility, and generosity, but also mentions her short temper and high standards.
• Rikki holds Bai Qiu's hand, showing her affection for him.

Character Developments

• Shiina Rikki: Struggles with feelings of inadequacy and jealousy, ultimately confessing her feelings to Bai Qiu.
• Bai Qiu: Shows understanding and acceptance of Rikki's feelings, praises her qualities, and reciprocates her affection.

Significant Themes

• Jealousy and insecurity in relationships.
• The importance of self-acceptance and understanding one's own worth.
• The power of open communication in resolving emotional conflicts.

Character Interactions

• Shiina Rikki and Bai Qiu: Rikki confesses her feelings to Bai Qiu, leading to a heartfelt conversation and a physical display of affection.
• Shiina Rikki and Miyako Shoka: Rikki feels threatened by Shoka's presence and worries about losing her connection with Bai Qiu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiina Rikki confesses her feelings to Bai Qiu, telling him she likes him and is happy composing music with him.
• Bai Qiu is about to reveal his relationship with Aine but is stopped by Rikki, who asks him to think about his feelings for both her and Takamatsu Tomo.
• Ijichi Hoshino and Miss Pa witness Rikki and Bai Qiu holding hands.

Character Developments

• Shiina Rikki: Overcomes her shyness and inferiority complex to confess her feelings to Bai Qiu, showing growth and determination.
• Bai Qiu: Realizes the depth of his feelings for Rikki and decides to think carefully about his relationships with both Rikki and Tomo.

Significant Themes

• Love and relationships: Explores the complexities of love and the challenges of navigating multiple relationships.
• Self-discovery: Rikki discovers her feelings for Bai Qiu and gains the courage to confess, while Bai Qiu reflects on his own emotions.

Character Interactions

• Rikki and Bai Qiu: Their relationship deepens as Rikki confesses her feelings, and they share a moment of intimacy.
• Rikki and Tomo: Rikki considers Tomo's feelings for Bai Qiu and worries about the potential consequences of Bai Qiu's choice.
• Bai Qiu and Ijichi Hoshino/Miss Pa: The manager and Miss Pa witness Rikki and Bai Qiu's moment, adding an unexpected element to the scene.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ijichi Hoshino's perception of Bai Qiu evolves through four stages, from wariness to suspicion of him being a playboy, culminating in witnessing him with another girl.
• mujica, Bai Qiu's new band, debuts in a musical theater.
• Rikki's and Anon's behavior towards Bai Qiu becomes increasingly intimate, causing Nagasaki Sosei to notice and feel uneasy.

Character Developments

• Ijichi Hoshino's opinion of Bai Qiu changes from wary to suspicious as she sees him with other girls.
• Chihaya Anon becomes more possessive of Bai Qiu, trying to keep him to herself.
• Nagasaki Sosei starts to notice the growing intimacy between Rikki, Anon, and Bai Qiu.

Significant Themes

• Trust and suspicion in relationships (Hoshino's changing perception of Bai Qiu).
• Jealousy and possessiveness (Anon's behavior towards Bai Qiu).
• Intimacy and competition in relationships (Rikki's and Anon's interactions with Bai Qiu).

Character Interactions

• Ijichi Hoshino and Bai Qiu: Hoshino's perception of Bai Qiu changes from wary to suspicious.
• Chihaya Anon and Bai Qiu: Anon becomes more possessive and intimate with Bai Qiu.
• Shiina Rikki and Bai Qiu: Rikki's behavior towards Bai Qiu becomes more affectionate and protective.
• Nagasaki Sosei and Chihaya Anon: Sosei notices the growing intimacy between Anon and Bai Qiu, causing her unease.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mujica's debut performance is a success.
• Bai Qiu mediates a dispute between Shoko and Mio about recording the event.
• Shoko decides to tell Sose about Mujica.

Character Developments

• Shoko gains confidence as Mujica's leader.
• Mio and Shoko's rivalry becomes more apparent.
• Mutsuki feels neglected by Bai Qiu and struggles with her feelings.

Significant Themes

• Leadership and responsibility (Shoko, Mio)
• Jealousy and rivalry (Shoko, Mio, Mutsuki)
• Honesty and communication (Bai Qiu, Shoko, Sose)

Character Interactions

• Bai Qiu acts as a mediator between Shoko and Mio.
• Shoko and Mutsuki have a brief interaction, with Mutsuki feeling left out.
• Shoko takes the phone from Bai Qiu to talk to Sose, showing her determination to prioritize her relationship with Bai Qiu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sosei learns that Bai Qiu is having dinner with Shoko again, fueling her suspicions about their relationship.
• Shoko, Bai Qiu, and Mutsuki go to a celebration dinner in agency-arranged cars. Shoko shares her plans to confess to Bai Qiu soon.
• Mutsuki leans on Bai Qiu's shoulder to rest in the car, causing Shoko to feel uncomfortable. Bai Qiu carries an asleep Mutsuki into the restaurant.

Character Developments

• Sosei: Becomes increasingly suspicious and worried about Bai Qiu and Shoko's relationship.
• Shoko: Decides to confess her feelings to Bai Qiu soon, feeling pressured by other rivals and Sosei's interest in Bai Qiu.
• Mutsuki: Struggles with her feelings for Bai Qiu, influenced by Metis, and leans on him to rest in the car.

Significant Themes

• Relationship Dynamics: The complex relationships between Sosei, Shoko, and Mutsuki, all vying for Bai Qiu's attention.
• Confession and Feelings: Shoko's decision to confess her feelings to Bai Qiu, and Mutsuki's internal struggle with her own feelings.

Character Interactions

• Bai Qiu and Shoko: Shoko shares her plans and feelings with Bai Qiu, growing closer to him.
• Bai Qiu and Mutsuki: Mutsuki leans on Bai Qiu to rest, causing Shoko discomfort. Bai Qiu carries Mutsuki into the restaurant.
• Sosei and Shoko: Sosei is suspicious of Shoko and Bai Qiu's relationship, leading to tension between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mio-chan expresses jealousy of Bai Qiu's closeness with others, but Hairin reassures her.
• The next morning, Bai Qiu wakes up next to Shoka, who explains they fell asleep together watching stars.
• Bai Qiu recalls the previous night's events, reassuring himself that nothing inappropriate happened with Hana.
• After breakfast with Hana and Mana, Bai Qiu returns home, where Sosei visits him.
• Sosei learns about Sako's new band, Mujica, and expresses support for Sako's new venture.
• Sosei notices faint marks on Bai Qiu's neck and ponders their origin.

Character Developments

• Mio-chan: Shows signs of jealousy and insecurity about Bai Qiu's relationships with others.
• Hairin: Demonstrates calmness and reassurance towards Mio-chan's concerns.
• Shoka: Shows a more casual and friendly side to Bai Qiu, inviting him to her home and falling asleep together.
• Bai Qiu: Maintains a clear conscience and rational thinking, reassuring himself and others about his actions.
• Sosei: Expresses support for Sako's new band, showing personal growth and understanding of life's priorities. She also shows concern about Bai Qiu's potential involvement in Mujica.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and closeness among band members.
• Personal growth and understanding of life's priorities.
• Jealousy and insecurity in relationships.
• Rational thinking and clear conscience.

Character Interactions

• Mio-chan and Hairin: Mio-chan expresses jealousy, and Hairin reassures her.
• Bai Qiu and Shoka: They spend the night together watching stars, leading to a misunderstanding the next morning.
• Bai Qiu and Sosei: Sosei learns about Sako's new band and expresses support, while also noticing marks on Bai Qiu's neck.