Ch. 61You’ve Gained Weight / Before the Festival
Plot Points and Events
- Luo Yu sunbathes on the beach and returns to find the girls back from shopping.
- The group selects "aliez" as their final song after discussing and voting on Luo Yu's three compositions.
- They spend the afternoon practicing and having fun at the beach.
- The next day, they practice together and decide to attend a nearby summer festival in the evening.
- Tsumugi Kotobuki brings back custom-made kimono for everyone, which they try on and sort out.
Character Developments
- Luo Yu remains calm and collected, making decisions and supporting the girls' choices.
- Mashiro continues to be quiet and reserved, drawing while the others practice and play.
- Ritsu Tainaka shows laziness and a lack of motivation for practice but is eventually persuaded by Mio Akiyama.
- Yui Hirasawa follows Ritsu's lead but also shows determination to improve her skills.
- Tsumugi Kotobuki demonstrates her organizational skills and thoughtfulness by arranging for custom kimono.
Significant Themes
- Teamwork and collaboration among the Light Music Club members.
- Personal growth and improvement, shown through the girls' determination to practice and excel.
- The importance of balance between work and leisure, as seen in the group's decision to practice during the day and attend the festival at night.
Character Interactions
- Luo Yu and the girls work together to choose a song and practice for the competition.
- Ritsu Tainaka and Mio Akiyama have a playful argument about Ritsu's laziness and weight gain.
- The girls help each other dress up and prepare for the festival, showing camaraderie and support.
- Luo Yu admires Mashiro in her kimono, causing the other girls to feel a hint of jealousy.