Grandpa really told you that, Mr. Riley...?!

Hehe.

It certainly sounds like something he would've done, Emu.

Yeah. Dreaming big together, huh...?

Such profound words...

Rakunosuke always puts dreams and imagination above all else...

He was there to show me how to dream again after losing my way.

And I'm standing here today because I had the experience of making that movie with him.

“Only those who dream big can give others a sense of wonderment.”

I had you all come here today because he imparted that invaluable piece of knowledge to me.

Only those who dream big...

Hm? Is something the matter, Emu?

I understand what Grandpa was trying to tell you, and what you're trying to tell us right now...

But Grandpa...

I think he told you what he did because you did almost forget what it means to dream, Mr. Riley...

But...

All I do is dream...

When you spoke to Grandpa that time, Mr. Riley, you still made sure to think about the consequences of your actions.

But I'm not like that...

I always talk about doing all these different things, but have no way of actually making them happen by myself...

I know that it's important to keep dreaming, but I think I have to learn to see reality for what it is!

I want to “know” how to make the right decisions like everyone else...!

Emu...

I see...

You believe those who like to dream need to learn to stay grounded in reality?

You may be right...

One must at least be willing to acknowledge that their actions have consequences if they wish to make their dreams come true.

Because just seeing dreams won't bring them to life.

It may be necessary to gauge what you yourself can do as well as what you'll need to do the morning forward before trying to make a dream come true.

I was afraid you'd say that...

However, I also believe that you have nothing to worry about...

Huh?

As long as you have that spark, the desire to “make dreams come true”, I think you'll begin growing naturally little by little.

All the while blossoming into a beautiful lady.

Which is why I believe you and your friends should remain focused on what you can do right now... Putting on shows.

What we can do right now...?

Yes, precisely.

But you will also be faced with setbacks along the way. At times, just keeping the torch to your dream lit will be a challenge...

If that does ever happen, my hope is that you won't forget about your “ability to dream”.

Our “ability to dream”?

Sadly, that ability wanes as we age...

Our own limits become ever clearer over the course of our lives, which causes us to place what's “possible” or “realistic” over our imaginations.

I experienced that firsthand.

Dreaming as you do is much more difficult than I think you realize, Emu...

It is...?

Yes, very.

Also, you've been able to accomplish quite a bit because of your sheer “ability to dream” from what I understand.

Huh? But I haven't...

Don't say that!!

Eep?!

Emu, listen!

Your “ability to dream” is an absolutely essential part of Wonderlands×Showtime!

Huh?

H-He's right...!

We've been able to do what we have because you never stop dreaming.

If anything, we wouldn't be here right now if it weren't for big dreamer, Emu.

Even when it was all run down, weren't you the one who wanted to bring smiles and laughter back to the Wonder Stage more than anybody else?

Your dream gave us a place where we could belong.

...!!

The same thing goes for the night show. Yes, you're right that Rui sort of made it all possible...

But you said that you wanted Phoenix Wonderland to be “a place that makes everyone smile”, and your wish actually came true, didn't it?

Nene...

Simply put, Emu, you're the engine that drives us all. You have this remarkable ability to turn reality on its head...

Exactly! You can learn to bridge the gap between your dreams and reality one step at a time, but for now, you should be proud of what you're able to do!

Yeah! And we'll be there every step of the way!

Yes, we will.

After all, together, we seem to be capable of quite a lot.

You guys...

But where do we begin with her...?

What about how achieving flight took a monumental effort on the part of mankind?

Says the guy who knows what it's like to be flung into the air.

Why not start with how to actually achieve a goal and break it down into smaller steps?

Yeah, that might be good.

I remember her mentioning that she always manages to get through exams by cramming the night before.

I see.

That explains why she's so good at memorizing lines. It could be that she just needs to learn a more efficient method.

(I never thought about that...)

(I didn't realize that my dream has been bringing smiles to so many people...)

You guys...!!

I've decided to hang on to my dreams while learning to balance them with reality!

If my dreams ever start getting too big, I promise to take a step back to see if it's really possible...

And if I start putting down my own ideas too much, I'll just crawl into bed and come up with more while I'm asleep...!

You don't have to fall asleep to have a dream, you know...?

So, uh... I hope you'll be willing to help!

Of course! We'll be counting on you as well, Emu!

Thanks!

Hehe! I'm so excited now! My heart's going all tick-tick-VROOM!!

Tick-tick-vroom...?

Oh, like your heart's been kickstarted.

Hehe. Looks like she's back to being her usual self.

Hehe...

Are you seeing this, Rakunosuke?

I have a good feeling that these kids are going to achieve something really special...

Unfortunately, the park will be closing for the day soon, so let's get you back to the hotel...

Keisuke and Shosuke will also be there, so why don't we continue our discussion regarding dreams and such when we're all together?

Yes, thank you!

But something still puzzles me... Rakunosuke Otori was an amusement park operator. How did he find himself involved in the film industry...?

Yeah, that's a good question...

That comes from his dream of wanting “everyone around the world to smile”...

Everyone around the world...?

Yes, that's right. From what I understand, he dabbled in all things regarding “entertainment” for that purpose.

Most people would normally stick to one path... But that was just how Rakunosuke was.

He wanted everyone around the world to smile...

Now it makes sense. All those times he said, “I'm happy as long as everyone smiles...”

“Everyone” meant everyone around the world...!

Hehe!

That's Grandpa for you!

Everyone around the world, huh...?

That means he had the same dream as me!

Huh?

My dream as a future star is to make everyone around the world smile!

*Gasp*

You're right!!

That's probably why you and Grandpa are so alike!!

Us? Alike?

Hold on, Emu. He's like your grandpa?

Yeah! I've been wondering this whole time why too, but now I understand! It has to be because they both want the same thing!

I see... They carry the same dream and carry the same spirit as a result...

If that's the case...!

It means I really am meant to be a big star!

Just because you have the same dream as him? Fat chance.

What?!

Ah, everyone, that seems to be our ride. Let's get back to the hotel.

Okay!

(Making everyone around the world smile...)

(That would be the most amazing thing ever...)

Hehe♪

I'm gonna do my best!

<I was starting to get worried since something really seemed to be weighing on her, but I'm glad she found the answer she was looking for...>

<Me too! I'm really glad Emu's smiling again!>

<The ability to dream...

It's a lovely thought, and it suits Emu perfectly!>

<Emu and the others really might be able to make everybody smile as long as they all keep dreaming☆>

<You can do it, Emu! I believe in you!>