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(Sun Yao)

There happened to be an empty recording studio on the second floor of the studio.

The soundproof environment was perfect for Miluno and me to cram for a quick practice session.

That was unexpected.

It was clearly a new song that Miss Freya wrote for me, but Miluno could hum along softly just by following the melody, and she even knew the lyrics written by Miss Antarctic Star...

Could it be that they gave it to Miluno to audition before bringing it to me?

"Hmm? Miluno, have you heard this song before?"

My question caused Miluno to panic for a moment.

"... It was sent to me by Bai Ziye. He said it was your new song and that I absolutely had to listen to it."

"Yezi?"

"Um."

Surprisingly, Yezi and Miluno actually have some contact in private?

I had absolutely no idea about this!

Miss Halley also had a strange expression; she looked at Miluno, but even her eyebrows weren't aligned.

He added, "Hmm, I understand now, is that how it is?"

She nodded mysteriously, and it was unclear what she understood.

"The melody is nice; this light and lively style is perfect for Ceruno to sing. It's definitely a winning song tailor-made for you, but it's not so friendly to Miluno."

"Should we rearrange the music?" I asked.

Miss Halley stroked her chin and thought for a moment.

"If it absolutely has to be a duet, a new arrangement is a must... Ceruno, can't you just sing it with your normal voice?"

Her question put me in a difficult position.

"It's not that it's impossible. I sang normally before, but the audience's reaction wasn't as good as when I had a cute voice."

Rather, the difference is quite significant.

"But if you're going to team up with Miluno, your styles can't be too different. Miluno has a very strong personal style. If you try to make her jump around with you, her image will just crumble... This time, you'll have to cater to her because you're more adaptable than her."

That's right, Miluno is being cute on stage?

My barren brain simply cannot imagine it...

"Okay, I'll first divide the lyrics into sections, clearly distinguishing between solo and chorus parts. Then you can sing them for me, and after I hear it, I'll consider how to make adjustments."

Miss Halley said that, Miluno took my hand.

"But before that..."

A gentle magic emanated from her warm hands.

"... First, open up the bubble that's enveloping the room, the kind that won't suddenly burst."

"Um!"

Miluno's magic is like a small, clear, and refreshing stream.

As expected of the Star Crystal that can purify darkness, just drinking it into my body like this makes me feel refreshed, like drinking iced cola while eating hot pot.

But I am currently experiencing an electrical leakage.

No matter how much magic I absorb, it will dissipate; I must get down to business.

Summon the magic wand, and a bubble will appear in the center of the room, eventually spreading throughout the entire recording studio.

Miluno stomped her foot on the carpet.

Although we can't feel anything unusual, the time inside the bubble has been extended, giving us ample time to adjust.

Although I felt regretful, I couldn't let her magic go unused, so I released her hand...

But then it was held.

"Huh?"

Miluno simply said, "Let's try it out first."

Ms. Halley quickly divided the lyrics into sections and handed us two A4 sheets of paper with the lyrics marked on them.

"Remember, you're a duo, so you must find ways to coordinate with each other. Perfect chemistry during a duet is extremely important."

"There's no need to worry about that..."

I glanced at the lyrics in my hand.

She glanced at Miluno beside her again.

"Miluno and I definitely have great chemistry!"

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The stage is now set up.

Ms. SpiCa, as the last judge, also came to the studio, and for some reason, Ms. Liu and Achernar followed behind her.

Perhaps they reached some kind of cooperation agreement?

"Sirius, I've brought someone who can help."

SpiCa pushed the flow out.

"Oh! It really works!"

Wearing sunglasses, holding a rolled-up newspaper, and with the chubby Golden perched on her lap, Miss Sirius shouted as she stood up from the sofa where the director usually sat.

"SpiCa has arrived. Have you all had enough rest? Since it's not a live broadcast, let's not set a time limit! Finishing early means we can go home and have dinner with our families! All camera positions, get ready. Don't let the drones hit the walls! Lighting technician, do one last check... oh, I'm the lighting technician myself."

Sirius has a very imposing presence.

To achieve the best results, she also worked part-time as a lighting technician, truly doing everything herself.

Although magical girl idols are supposed to be about a real persona without any pretense, Sirius- san in real life is quite different from Sirius- san in front of the camera.

"Ahem! Let me make this clear from the start: although this is just a recording of a program, there won't be any second chances. You two both need to give your best performance!"

That's what Miss Sirius said.

"Yes!"

I agreed.

But...

"I still feel like I can't beat Miss Halley."

"Are you going to get stage fright at a time like this?"

Saying such insecure things naturally drew criticism from Miluno.

She added, "Ceruno, if we win... I have something I want to tell you."

"What's up?"

"Is that good news? But let's win first."

Yezi and I had a similar conversation.

"I see."

After the host's opening remarks, Ms. Halley and I went on stage to introduce the final round...

It's already the finals, is there any need for further details?

I didn't show even the slightest dissatisfaction.

After all, Miluno was watching me from the audience.

The desire for self-expression is stronger than before.

I want to present a perfect image; I want to be accepted, recognized, and loved.

Standing on the stage, in front of the camera, I felt even more strongly what Miss Sirius meant by "the idol I am."

There is no need to resist.

Accept her presence, follow your own thoughts, and dedicate your body and soul to the stage.

It's my turn to perform first.

"Miss Halley, I don't want to lose, and I won't lose."

I declared this to my rivals.

"Me too, let's both keep going."

She walked off the stage with a slight smile, brushing past Miluno.

The latter was not using crutches; her right leg, which had been removed from the cast, was wrapped with Miss SpiCa's White Silk. Although she walked with a slight limp, she calmly approached me.

"Ceruno, are you all ready?"

She reached out her hand to me.

"Yes! We'll be fine, Miss Miluno!"

Take her hand.

Feel the flow of that magic.

The lights dimmed.

Only a single beam of dim light slanted down.

But then, floating cloud shadows lit up the surrounding area.

The scene shifted from the studio to a sea of clouds in the night sky...

This is the projection of the stream.

Although "Flow Princess" was eliminated in the third round, Ryu's abilities still allow her to create the best and most realistic stage effects.

The melody, which I knew by heart, began to play;

The melodious prelude, as gentle as the wind, stirs the heart.

This belongs to me...

The Wings of Foam, belonging to Miluno and me!