Chapter Summaries

The free concert by DJ-Sona and the Pentakill Rock Band drew a huge crowd to Koukan's amusement park, with the livestream bringing in even more visitors. Koukan's staff struggled to keep the park running as the deadline approached.

• Sona's performance ended, and the Pentakill Rock Band took the stage with a death-rock set.
• The concert and its unrestricted livestream attracted audiences from Tokyo and elsewhere, and the entrance counter kept climbing.
• Koukan's attractions ran nonstop, supplies were exhausted, and the infirmary and complaint desks filled as employees worked beyond their limits.
• Isuzu ran around the park without getting the bath break she had hoped for.
• A wind band played by the main avenue as Misu and Aquario's other fairies danced for cheering visitors.

After the Light Butler (Death Singer)'s concert, Isuzu and Mofuru worried that Amagi Brilliant Park still depended on him to survive. The park’s final attendance count came to 99,996, just short of 100,000.

• Isuzu and Mofuru watched the crowd celebrating at the arena and reflected on how little the park had changed without the Light Butler (Death Singer).
• The employees finished the day’s work after the concert ended and the last visitors left.
• The park’s employees and Princess Latifa gathered at Koukan’s entrance to learn the final attendance count.
• A security guard showed everyone the total: 99,996 visitors.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Amagi Brilliant Park is short by four people to reach its goal of 100,000 visitors, which would secure its survival.
• The park's employees are anxious and desperate, with some magical creatures feeling weak due to lack of Soul Power.
• Lian Ye arrives with three powerful League of Legends champions (Mordekaiser, Yorick, Olaf) just before midnight, the deadline to meet the visitor goal.

Character Developments

• Mofuru (park manager) is frustrated and unwilling to accept defeat so close to the goal.
• Isuzu (employee) prays for a miracle, showing her desperation and faith.
• Latifa (park princess) remains calm and composed, accepting of any outcome, and finds comfort in Lian Ye's presence.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance in the face of adversity
• The importance of teamwork and unity (implied by the employees' collective effort and Lian Ye's arrival with allies)
• Acceptance of fate and the unexpected (Latifa's calmness and Lian Ye's potential solution)

Character Interactions

• Lian Ye's arrival with powerful allies boosts the employees' morale and hope.
• Latifa's calm demeanor contrasts with the employees' anxiety, highlighting her maturity and trust in Lian Ye.
• The employees' collective desperation and determination to save the park emphasize their unity and shared goal.

Lianye tried to complete Koukan’s visitor count by bringing in the Pentakill Rock Band, but Mordekaiser and Yorick did not count as visitors because they were undead. The counter remained at 99,999, and the next section began with “Brave” Riven apologizing to her Summoner.

• Lianye realized that the five members of the Pentakill Rock Band could help fill the missing visitor count.
• Lianye, Sona, and Olaf entered through Koukan’s main gate, bringing the counter to 99,999.
• Mordekaiser and Yorick entered, but the counter did not change because they were undead.
• Lianye realized that undead could not count as amusement park visitors, leaving the total one short of 100,000.
• “Brave” Riven said, “Hmm... sorry, Summoner.”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lian Ye and his group encounter the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, undead, and a red dragon while trying to save Amagi Brilliant Park.
• Lian Ye summons Riven, a Summoner, to be the final Brave needed to save the park.
• Riven prepares to fight the red dragon, but Lian Ye intervenes, revealing the dragon is not an enemy but an employee of the park.

Character Developments

• Lian Ye remains optimistic and resourceful despite facing unexpected challenges, showing his resilience and faith in their mission.
• Riven, despite her aggressive nature and eagerness to fight, shows she can follow orders when necessary.

Significant Themes

• Determination and Resilience: Lian Ye's unwavering determination to save the park, even in the face of unexpected obstacles.
• Perception vs Reality: The red dragon is initially perceived as a threat but is later revealed to be an ally.

Character Interactions

• Lian Ye and Riven: Lian Ye's quick thinking and intervention prevent Riven from attacking the red dragon, showing their contrasting personalities and Lian Ye's leadership.
• Lian Ye and the undead: Lian Ye's conversation with the undead highlights their confusion and desperation, contrasting with Lian Ye's calm and resourcefulness.

Lianye reflected on how Koukan’s staff had helped save the amusement park after its visitor count reached six digits, then shifted his attention back to u’s as the group grew more self-sufficient. He asked the members whether they remembered why he had pushed them so hard to become school idols.

• Riven understood why she had been called the “Last Hero,” blushed, and entered Koukan after hiding her broken sword.
• Koukan’s visitor count reached six digits, and its Magical Creatures celebrated their survival and thanked Lianye.
• Lianye credited Koukan’s backstage staff with helping save the park, then warned nine girls who were still out after midnight to go home.
• After time passed and Koukan stabilized, Lianye focused more on u’s and Otonokizaka Academy.
• Lianye asked u’s whether they remembered why he had worked them so hard to become school idols.

Lianye reminded μ's that their goal was to save Otonokizaka Academy by attracting new students, and said their final step would be a performance at the school open day. As the girls eagerly prepared for their first public live as a full group, Kotori wondered what Lianye would do after her wish was fulfilled.

• Lianye recalled that Kotori had asked him to help prevent Otonokizaka Academy from closing.
• Lianye teased Eri about the obstacles she had caused before joining μ's.
• Lianye told the girls to use next week's school open day to show middle school students the appeal of the school and school idols.
• The μ's girls cheered in anticipation of their first public live as a nine-member group.
• Kotori wondered what Lianye would do once the school's closure crisis ended.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The school observation day arrives, with "u's" set to perform to attract potential students.
• Lian Ye, now acting as a supportive advisor, expects "u's" performance to be a success.
• He encounters Arisa (Eri's younger sister) and Yukiho (Honoka's younger sister), who ask why he's not closer to the stage.

Character Developments

• Lian Ye has grown more emotionally intelligent, understanding Kotori's feelings and appreciating the growth of "u's" members.
• Kotori has become more aware of Lian Ye's true nature, recognizing him as a 'Tsundere' with a 'sharp tongue and a soft heart.'
• Arisa and Yukiho are shown to be more composed and calm than their older sisters.

Significant Themes

• Growth and independence of the "u's" members.
• The power of music and performance to inspire and attract others.
• The role of an advisor teacher and the thin line between guidance and interference.

Character Interactions

• Lian Ye interacts with Arisa and Yukiho, showing his support for "u's" and his new role as a purely supportive audience member.
• Lian Ye's conversation with Kotori reveals his understanding of her feelings and his appreciation for their shared experiences.

u's performed their first song as a nine-member group at Otonokizaka Academy, drawing a large audience and giving Lianye their heartfelt answer. Seeing Kotori’s wish fulfilled, Lianye felt he could disappear without regrets.

• Yukiho quieted the others so they could watch u's perform onstage.
• Honoka introduced u's and explained that their song represented the group’s beginning and their answer to adviser Lianye.
• u's performed “Bokura no LIVE Kimi to no LIFE,” expressing their gratitude and affection through the song.
• Lianye listened proudly as the performance won over the visiting students and passersby.
• Lianye saw that Kotori’s wish had been fulfilled, while Arisa and Yukiho cheered as devoted u's fans.

Arisa decided to apply to Otonokizaka Academy and urged Yukiho to join her, while Lianye put off giving them an answer. After μ's performed and appeared to have saved the school from closure, Honoka realized Lianye might leave now that Kotori’s wish had been fulfilled.

• Arisa said she would apply to Otonokizaka Academy next year and invited Yukiho to become a school idol with her.
• Lianye told Arisa and Yukiho to discuss their plans next year and encouraged them to congratulate Eri and the others after their performance.
• Lianye praised Honoka and said the audience’s reaction meant Otonokizaka Academy’s closure crisis should be resolved.
• Honoka asked Lianye whether he was going to disappear now that he had fulfilled the wish Kotori had mentioned.

Lianye confirmed that he would eventually leave, alarming μ's, but clarified that he was not leaving today. The girls were left relieved after his teasing made them fear the worst.

• Eri Ayase said μ's had already agreed that Lianye would someday leave.
• Lianye confirmed his eventual departure but paused because he did not know when it would happen.
• The girls became tearful at the thought of losing Lianye and hoped to convey their feelings through their song, "Our Live, Your Life."
• Lianye admitted he had spaced out and clarified that he would not leave today, reminding them that he had stayed after Latifa's wish was fulfilled.
• Eri Ayase sighed that dealing with Lianye required a strong heart, while Nozomi comforted her and Lianye denied teasing them on purpose.

Lianye asked μ's to give him a new wish as a reason to stay with them. Honoka admitted she wanted him by their side, and the other girls began considering what they could say to persuade him to remain.

• Lianye explained that Kotori’s wish to save Otonokizaka Academy was nearly complete and asked μ's for a new wish.
• Honoka struggled to put her feelings into words, then told Lianye she wanted him to stay by their side.
• The girls of μ's considered how to honestly ask Lianye to stay.

Lianye and the u's girls agreed to keep working together until the school idol festival ended. After noticing Maki making uncharacteristic mistakes during training, Lianye followed her after school and surprised her.

• Hanayo suggested that the girls and Lianye keep their bond through the school idol festival, and Lianye agreed to continue working with them.
• Lianye watched u's train during lunch and noticed Maki striking Rin by accident.
• Maki made several basic mistakes during training, prompting Lianye to suspect that something was troubling her.
• After classes, Maki left Otonokizaka Academy alone, and Lianye appeared beside her and patted her shoulder.
• Maki recognized Lianye as Mister Fairy and reacted with surprise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lian Ye and Maki meet unexpectedly in a strange situation.
• Lian Ye senses Maki is troubled and offers to use mental magic to help, but Maki refuses.
• They sit by the river, and Lian Ye learns Maki might leave 'u's'.

Character Developments

• Lian Ye: Shows concern for Maki's well-being and demonstrates his ability to read people's emotions. He also reveals his practical side by mentioning supermarket chips.
• Maki: Opens up about her potential departure from 'u's', suggesting she's been considering it for some time.

Significant Themes

• Trust and honesty: Maki trusts Lian Ye enough to confide in him about her decision to leave 'u's'.
• Change and uncertainty: Maki's potential departure signifies changes within 'u's', challenging its stability.

Character Interactions

• Lian Ye and Maki: Their interaction shows a growing bond, with Lian Ye acting as a confidant and Maki feeling comfortable enough to share her concerns. Despite their initial banter, they display mutual respect and understanding.

Maki told Lianye that her father had ordered her to quit u's after she stayed out late for Sona’s performance, leaving her torn between her activities and his demands. Lianye sympathized but struggled to intervene, then asked what her relationship with her father was usually like.

• Maki explained that her father had forbidden her from continuing with u's after she came home late from Sona’s performance.
• Lianye realized the performance had caused the conflict and admitted he had not considered Maki’s curfew.
• Maki said she had chosen to stay until the end and described her ongoing standoff with her father over leaving u's.
• Lianye sighed that he could not easily interfere in family disputes, and Maki laughed at his helplessness.
• Lianye asked Maki whether she and her father had always been distant.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lian Ye, an 'urban legend' and 'imaginary being', accompanies Maki Nishikino, a member of the idol group 'u's', and learns about her belief in Santa Claus, which she associates with her parents' love.
• Lian Ye and Maki discuss her father's concerns about her involvement in 'u's', which keeps her out late. Lian Ye reassures Maki that he won't let her leave 'u's'.
• Lian Ye takes Maki home and later gathers the other members of 'u's' to discuss a plan to resolve Maki's family issue, so she can participate in 'Love Live' without worry.

Character Developments

• Maki: Maintains her innocent and naive belief in Santa Claus, reflecting her parents' love and care. She expresses her dedication to 'u's' and her enjoyment of their activities.
• Lian Ye: Shows a protective and supportive side towards Maki, using his 'omnipotence' to reassure her. He takes responsibility for resolving her family issue.

Significant Themes

• Belief and innocence vs. reality (Maki's belief in Santa Claus)
• Family and parental love (Maki's parents' affection and her father's concern)
• Support and unity (Lian Ye's gathering of 'u's' to help Maki)

Character Interactions

• Lian Ye and Maki: Lian Ye gently handles Maki's belief in Santa Claus and reassures her about her future with 'u's'. Maki trusts Lian Ye implicitly.
• Lian Ye and 'u's' members: Lian Ye gathers the group to discuss and plan Maki's family issue, showing unity and support among the members.

Lianye gathered the girls to discuss how Maki could stay in μ's without using magic or coercion on her father. After briefly demonstrating Mental Control on Honoka, he lifted the spell and asked the group to focus on ordinary solutions, leaving them to think.

• Lianye explained that he had considered coercive methods but wanted a gentler way to handle Maki's father.
• Honoka asked about Mental Control, and Lianye cast an indiscriminate spell on her.
• Umi warned that Maki leaving μ's would cause serious problems for the group.
• Lianye revealed that his Mental Control spell had already taken effect, then later lifted it.
• Honoka and Rin Hoshizora discussed what the spell felt like while Lianye asked the others for ordinary solutions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nozomi pulls out Tarot cards to divine their situation, despite Nico's skepticism.
• Lian Ye, despite his disbelief, allows Nozomi to interpret the cards.
• The Hermit card is drawn, with Lian Ye providing a positive interpretation: communicate with elders directly.
• They decide to approach Maki's parents to discuss her involvement in 'u's'.

Character Developments

• Nozomi: Confident in her Tarot reading skills, she encourages the group to face Maki's parents directly.
• Lian Ye: Though skeptical, he supports Nozomi's interpretation to boost the group's morale and avoid conflict.
• Maki (off-page): Her parents are portrayed as overprotective, leading to potential conflicts regarding her involvement in 'u's'.

Significant Themes

• Communication and facing challenges directly.
• The power of belief and interpretation in divination.
• The struggle between personal aspirations and parental expectations.

Character Interactions

• Nozomi and Lian Ye: They collaborate to provide a positive interpretation of the Tarot card to encourage the group.
• The group: They discuss and agree on the course of action based on the divination result.
• Maki and her parents (implied): Their relationship is portrayed as strained due to differing views on Maki's activities with 'u's'.

Lianye visited Maki’s family home to help her parents understand why she wanted to join u’s. He entered under the false claim that he was Maki’s homeroom teacher, while Honoka and the others secretly followed and prepared to support the meeting.

• Lianye reflected that Maki’s parents might understand her place in u’s after speaking with the group.
• Housekeeper Wagi welcomed Lianye at the Nishikino residence and explained that Maki was on bad terms with her father.
• Lianye introduced himself as Maki’s homeroom teacher, and Wagi accepted his explanation.
• Lianye secretly guided Honoka and the others into the residence with his Arcane Arts.
• Lianye told the group and Maki to wait in the courtyard until he gave them a signal.

Lianye visited Maki's home to speak with her father about her involvement in the Idol Activities Research Club. Maki's father rejected the club as a waste of time and demanded that she withdraw.

• Lianye reassured Maki and the others that her parents would likely listen if she explained her hopes honestly.
• Lianye arrived at Maki's home and asked to speak with her father without Maki present.
• Lianye explained that Maki had been coming home late because of her activities with the Idol Activities Research Club, u's.
• Nishikino's father called the club meaningless and demanded that Maki quit.