Journey: Magic City Arc (Sixteen): To the New World (Two)

To be honest, if Solaris had an Oscar, Dania would absolutely deserve it.

She was a natural performer, using her harmless appearance to gain the trust of others in the academy, and using countless seemingly flawless lies to mend her own emptiness, even deceiving herself.

But that wasn't her, at least that's what she subconsciously thought.

Her performances were essentially a means born out of necessity for survival; only by playing the role of Dania, a student at the Star Torch Academy, well could she be allowed to continue existing.

Things that have no use will be discarded; this is the idea that disgusting guy has been instilling in her since she can remember.

Therefore, the phrase "being yourself" is too abstract for her; she even believes that she will live her whole life by acting.

Until someone ruthlessly tore apart those countless lies and told her in the most powerful voice that she had long possessed a human heart, even if that heart was not as resilient as Aemeath's, nor as radiant as gold as Sigrika's.

This heart came from all the friends she made during her time at the academy: Sigrika, Nastassia... They filled the emptiness in Dania's chest with their warmth, bit by bit.

That is why she had the courage to face that unbearable past, sacrificing her own existence to ensure lasting peace for the people of Lahai-Roi.

But things are different now.

Here, on this stage, the audience who have come from far and wide are eagerly awaiting her to step forward and witness her rebirth in this world.

Her performance will no longer be a necessary means of survival, but a magnificent declaration that Dania will stand tall as a human being and walk towards tomorrow with her companions.

Thinking of this, a faint smile unconsciously appeared on her lips, which was caught by Hajiling was standing in front of her adjusting her clothes.

"What are you thinking about that makes you so happy?" Xiao Ling chuckled.

"I'm thinking of something fun~" Dania said playfully, "By the way, Ling, aren't you ready yet? I'm about to go on stage!"

Weren't you just resisting going on stage?

"One thing at a time."

"You silly girl..." Xiao Ling tidied her clothes from head to toe, finally nodding in satisfaction. "Hmm, that's perfect now."

Then, he cleared his throat and said earnestly to the blueberry cupcake in front of him, "Listen carefully, once you're on stage, just focus on dancing. Show all the effort you put in during practice, and the audience will appreciate your hard work. Relax, the worst that can happen is that you make a fool of yourself."

"Are you really hoping I'll make a fool of myself on stage?"

Even if you made a fool of yourself, it'll still be an unforgettable memory.

"You're so glib." Dania pinched Hajiling's waist in annoyance.

"Ouch... it hurts! Yaya, be gentle, or you'll tear my kidney off..."

Just as Xiao Ling was wincing in pain from Dania's sudden attack, the soft, Honey Peach took the initiative to hug him.

Actually, Dania looks really small; she barely reaches Xiao's chest.

He didn't ask Dania why she did it, but simply embraced her in the same way.

"Sister Nia! Aren't you ready yet? We're about to go on stage!" Lynae urged at this moment.

"So, shall I go on stage?" Dania stepped out of Xiao Ling's embrace and said softly.

"Yes, have a good performance." Xiao Ling smiled and offered her blessings.

After accepting the blessing from the person she loved, Dania went to the center of the stage with Lynae and the others.

So, when the spotlight came on again, the Solar5 girl group made a dazzling appearance amidst the audience's anticipation.

Similarly, the stage also transformed at this moment. The pink-themed set design and various cute decorations turned the entire stage into their paradise.

Anyone with a discerning eye can immediately see that this is the stage they performed for their debut song, so the song they're going to perform is self-evident.

"Speaking of which, shouldn't we say something now?" Dania asked the other members quietly.

As a result, all four members of her team focused their attention on her, who was standing in the center position, their eyes full of encouragement.

Logically, Phoebe should have been in the center position, but before going on stage, they unanimously decided to let Dania stand there. Despite her repeated refusals, Dania eventually gave in to the group.

"You want me to do it...?" Dania said helplessly, "Alright, then..."

She held the microphone in front of her, mustered her courage, and made her declaration heard throughout the entire venue.

Let's work together to make the stage perfect!

As Hajiling said, these girls could receive thunderous cheers and shouts of support just by standing on the stage. Glow sticks waved wildly, forming a sky-wide light curtain to cheer on the Solar5 girl group.

Just then, the intro to "Shing Together" began, and the girl group members started singing and dancing to the rhythm of the music, their clear voices filling every corner of the venue.

"A, S, A, P, Shining star!"

The core imagery of this debut song is described as follows: the scattered glimmers of light in the universe resonate in unison, and they finally arrive to meet you.

To put it bluntly, they came together to become Solar5 precisely because of the players' love for them.

For them, wasn't their arrival in this world without cries of Threnody also due to someone's prayers?

So, for the person watching them from behind the scenes, and to meet the audience's expectations, no matter how nervous they were before going on stage, they threw themselves into the performance and strived to do their best.

They wanted to use this performance to convey their precious feelings to his heart and to every audience member who loved them!

"A, S, A, P, Shining star!"

"Be the one.(one!) one.(one!) Day by Day~"

"Be the one! one! Day by day! My love~!"

When the song ended, the girls in the girl group were all sweating a lot, and their breathing was a little rapid.

Dania's heart started pounding uncontrollably, filled with both anticipation and nervousness. She wanted to know if her efforts had been recognized by the audience.

The silence in the stadium was quickly replaced by waves of shouts, tens of thousands of voices converging into a unified cheer.

"Solar5! Solar5! Solar5!"

Dania saw the audience's ecstatic joy and, at that moment, she suddenly understood why Aemeath loved singing and performing so much.

Because being genuinely recognized by someone is truly a wonderful thing.

And it was at this moment that she realized that performing could also bring her genuine joy.

Realizing this, Dania's eyes quietly welled up with tears where no one could see.