Reporter A: "Astra, does Star Ring hold any special meaning for you?"
Astra Yao: "Star Ring... Countless musicians have performed on that stage, including my mentor, Mr. Divent. I've always dreamed of performing there. I hope my singing can carry strength and reach everyone's heart."
Reporter B: "Astra, what's the theme of this year's New Year's concert?"
Astra Yao: "The theme... I suppose it's 'Shining Moment.' The New Year is when everyone's happiest, after all~"
Inside the video store, Wise watched Astra Yao's press conference on TV. Star Ring. New Year's concert. "Shining Moment."
It was time to grab a ticket. He was one of Astra Yao's most loyal fans. "Loyal!"
"Fairy, can you do it? The moment I give the word, make your move—"
[Negative, Master. According to my calculations, you do not need to purchase a ticket.]
Wise frowned. "Fairy, are you saying I could ask Astra for a favor? Sure, that would be convenient, but I'm a man! Even if it's just a concert ticket, I'll win it fair and square. That's where the glory is!"
[Master, I repeat. You do not need to...]
"Fairy, don't tell me you can't do it."
Wise narrowed his eyes, a hint of provocation in his voice. The cursor on the screen flickered. A certain AI assistant was giving him a look that said genius.
[Master, you do not need to provoke me. I have begun the ticket purchase as requested...] [But a friendly reminder: you alone will bear the financial loss.]
"What are you talking about? We can afford concert tickets!"
Wise waved a hand, brimming with confidence. A second later, his phone vibrated. Payment confirmed. Ticket secured.
Just then, the video store door swung open and the wind chime rang. Belle