So, Minori, you're thinking about switching to the credit-based course?

Y-Yeah...
But I haven't made my final decision yet...

Right... You and your group have become famous enough to start appearing on TV and radio programs together.

True. I remember hearing from Shizuku when she first enrolled that this school's credit-based course gives her more flexibility to work...

So, I think it's a good idea.
I mean, you want to keep pursuing your dream, right?

Shiho...

But it is a little sad to hear that...

What...?

No, it's just... I know you worked really hard to become an idol, and are still working hard...

So if this makes things easier for you...
If you think this is the right way to go, Minori, I want to give you my support...

But it also means seeing less of each other at school, and there'd be no chance of us being in the same class again.

Oh...

That was actually kinda bothering me too...

Airi's currently credit-based, and Haruka was before... And they both said it was sad they didn't get to see their friends as much after switching...

I mean, it seems only natural not being able to see your friends as much since you're going to physically be at school less.

I'm not sure there's much you can do about that.

R...

Right...

At the same time, what do I know?
In the end, Minori, you have to make your own decision...

Still, if I were in your position, I'd probably choose the credit-based course.

What...?

Yes, I wouldn't be able to see my friends as much, but we don't necessarily have to talk at school and stuff.

I may be busy working, but we could always set aside time to meet or hang out.

And if going credit-based made it easier for me to make my dream come true, then I'd absolutely choose that option.

I agree...

You do?

Oh, um... I know I said that I'd be sad...

But placing myself in your shoes, Minori... I'd also probably want to switch if it was the best way to make my dream come true...

Kohane...

We might not be able to have lunch together or talk like this as much...

But your dream is to spread hope to as many people as you can as an idol... I really want that to happen.

Oh...

Thank you both.
I'm really glad I talked to you about this...

I feel like I got some courage!

That's good to hear.

And if I do end up switching to the credit-based course, I promise to still message you guys. Every single day...

No, every single hour!

Yeah, that seems like a bit much.

Whaaat?!

Heh heh heh...

I ended up making some Print Stickers with Shiho and Kohane♪

Hehe. I'll keep them in my phone case!

And I couldn't be happier...
They said they'll support my decision, and that we'll be friends forever...

I feel the same way...
I won't get to see them at school as much, but I still wanna keep being friends.

So, I'm sure it'll be okay... As long as we feel that way about each other, we're not going to end up completely separated.

Alright...

That just leaves schoolwork.

Going credit-based means having to plan ahead and learn what I can from my textbooks. Plus, I won't really have time to ask my teachers any questions...

How am I gonna handle all that...?

No, I can't let that get to me now.

I have to figure out a way.

Mom! Dad!
There's something I need to discuss with you guys.