Alright, Hona. Wait here while we finish prepping

for the party. We'll be done in no time!

If you could keep her company, MEIKO♪

Of course. I'll keep her entertained.

Looks like we'll be able

to chat for a little longer.

Yes. But what else should we catch up on?

We've already talked about practice

and how excited we are for the party...

Then... How do you feel

about turning another year older?

How do I feel?

Yeah. I mean, isn't a birthday a sort of

milestone or time for new beginnings?

I suppose you're right. Hmm...

How do I feel right now...?

I feel like I've gotten stronger than before.

So I hope I can keep up this momentum

and hold my head high.

I like that! I think not only are you kind,

but you've gotten really cool too.

Hehe. It's encouraging to hear you say that.

By the way, what do you think

about your past self?

My past...self?

I think it really was cowardly to be

so scared about being disliked.

I didn't want to hurt others or get hurt myself...

Because of that, I was often at a standstill...

But, I don't want to resent who I was back then.

I know that I wouldn't be who I am today

if I had not gone through all of that.

Rather than regretting the past, I'd like

to think I've found a stronger way to be kind.

You truly have become such a cool person.

I hope you maintain that mindset.

And would you look at that. I think

all your well-wishers here would agree.

Huh? Oh, when did everyone...

Hello everyone. Sorry for not including

you all in the conversation.

Looks like they didn't mind.

That's a relief. But since everyone

has come all this way, shouldn't we—

Sorry for the wait, Honami!

We've finished prepping for the party!

Oh, you're back!

I know! Hey everyone, could we all

play a little something?

Wait, right now?

Yeah. I want to do something

for everyone who came.

Wow! There's so many people! Did you all

come to wish Hona a happy birthday?

It's your birthday, and yet

you want to perform for everyone?

Is that okay...?

Of course. Why wouldn't it be?

In that case, I think I'll join in too.

Yes, please do!

Everyone! I hope enjoy my performance.

Here we go.

Good Weather!