Hey, An.

Is it really okay to not help MEIKO and the others? Not even setting the table and preparing the dishes...

It's fine, it's fine. Besides, they're preparing for your birthday, you know?

The job of the birthday girl is to be celebrated! Look, everyone's here, just like always!

Everyone's here to wish Kohane a happy birthday, right?

C'mon, do it, do it, do it! Say <Happy birthday!>

Wow...! A-A-Amazing...! Even from over there...!

And over here too...!

I'm so happy... Thank you, everyone!

Oh, are you guys ready over there?

Nope, not yet.

Rin and Len are doing the finishing touches on the cake with MEIKO.

They looked like they were struggling quite a bit. It's going to take a while.

I see...

Sorry, Kohane. I guess I'll have to keep you waiting a little longer.

That's okay, An. Having to wait just builds up the excitement.

But I feel bad for just making you wait around...

Oh, I know. Since so many of you are here, why don't we sing something?

Oh! Let's sing a happy birthday song together, shall we?

Since it's not fun to sing as usual, how about we sing in a circle like "Froggy's Song"?

That sounds interesting.

Why would anyone do that...

What?

Hm?

Hehe...!

Since there seems to be one shy person, I guess singing like we usually do is the way to go.

In that case... Oh. Hey, Kohane! Is there a song you'd like to sing?

Hmm...

Oh! I'd like to do "Forward!"

It was the song I sang when I decided to become true "singing partners" with An.

This time, I want to sing with the feeling that we're all going to be a great team!

Good idea! I'm on board!

Me too.

How about you, shy boy?

Who are you calling shy boy?

Well, it's a lot better than being made to sing in a circle. Do what you want.

Thanks, Shinonome!

Then, let's sing! With all our might!

Yes! Everyone, come enjoy the song with us!