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Please listen! Reflection in the Mirror! This is one of many Hasunosora traditional song. This song is one I've always admired. That's why I practiced so hard. And yet, the moment I stepped onto a stage, it felt as though I’d sunk to the very bottom of a lake. The air clung to me, heavy and suffocating, and I couldn't dance or sing very well at all, so I continued singing, struggling like crazy. But then, at one point, I suddenly found it easier to breathe. It was as if a strong force was pushing me from behind. Ah... Maybe, no, I'm sure it was just my imagination. I think.

A lot of my friends came to my debut live. They all told me it was great and praised me so much. But… it left me feeling conflicted.... It was frustrating to be complimented on a performance I did not believe went well. At this rate, winning Love Live! is nothing but a distant dream. I have to practice more. That’s what I said, but then someone in my club told me, “Otomune, you’re way too serious.” I don’t understand it. To me, following a dream halfheartedly feels wrong. Everyone in the club—even my senpai—tells me to loosen up, but I can’t. If I could, I would. The truth is… I don’t know any other way to be. I’m sorry for saying something so lame. I’ll work hard so that—even just a little—I can give you something enjoyable to watch and listen to. If you leave thinking, “That wasn’t so bad,” even for a moment... that would mean a lot to me. And if you don’t mind… I’d be really happy... if you came to see me again. Thank you so much.