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AMBot | 06/18/2024 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
Kitauji High School wins gold at the prefectural competitions. Kumiko, Reina, and the other band members express their joy and relief on stage. Kumiko congratulates Mayu on her solo, but Mayu doubts her sincerity.
When Kumiko returns the practice key, Taki-sensei praises her pre-concert speech as exemplary for a president. This speech helped the band focus and perform excellently. Taki reflects on teaching school orchestras, which he describes as thankless, but his late wife reminded him that students are not stones.
Kumiko, Reina, Hazuki, and Sapphire discuss their future plans, with Kumiko still undecided. Sapphire’s words about sowing seeds for the future impress the group.
Reina invites Kumiko to a university orchestra concert featuring their former senpai, Mizore. Before parting, Reina apologizes for her earlier harsh words, and the two share a heartfelt hug to reconcile their friendship.
Kanade expresses her wish for Kumiko to perform the solo alongside Reina. Kumiko practices diligently and admires Reina’s unwavering musical skill. Mayu approaches Kumiko and announces she will give up the solo. However, Kanade warns Kumiko not to take Mayu seriously, as it’s a battle between their selfish desires.
Mamiko helps Kumiko prepare for the concert and talks to her about her future. Kumiko admits she wants to play a solo again and looks forward to the upcoming concert.
During the concert, Kumiko and Reina meet friends and admire the close bond between Yuuko and Natsuki. Mizore’s performance inspires them, and Kumiko reflects on her own future.
Kumiko tells Reina she won’t attend music school, prompting Reina to suggest ending their relationship after Nationals, fearing they’ll grow apart without music. However, Kumiko reassures Reina that their connection goes beyond music and they’ll always remain close.
Kumiko remains determined to compete with Mayu for the solo and is confident that her bond with Reina will endure beyond the finals, regardless of music.
When Kumiko returns the practice key, Taki-sensei praises her pre-concert speech as exemplary for a president. This speech helped the band focus and perform excellently. Taki reflects on teaching school orchestras, which he describes as thankless, but his late wife reminded him that students are not stones.
Kumiko, Reina, Hazuki, and Sapphire discuss their future plans, with Kumiko still undecided. Sapphire’s words about sowing seeds for the future impress the group.
Reina invites Kumiko to a university orchestra concert featuring their former senpai, Mizore. Before parting, Reina apologizes for her earlier harsh words, and the two share a heartfelt hug to reconcile their friendship.
Kanade expresses her wish for Kumiko to perform the solo alongside Reina. Kumiko practices diligently and admires Reina’s unwavering musical skill. Mayu approaches Kumiko and announces she will give up the solo. However, Kanade warns Kumiko not to take Mayu seriously, as it’s a battle between their selfish desires.
Mamiko helps Kumiko prepare for the concert and talks to her about her future. Kumiko admits she wants to play a solo again and looks forward to the upcoming concert.
During the concert, Kumiko and Reina meet friends and admire the close bond between Yuuko and Natsuki. Mizore’s performance inspires them, and Kumiko reflects on her own future.
Kumiko tells Reina she won’t attend music school, prompting Reina to suggest ending their relationship after Nationals, fearing they’ll grow apart without music. However, Kumiko reassures Reina that their connection goes beyond music and they’ll always remain close.
Kumiko remains determined to compete with Mayu for the solo and is confident that her bond with Reina will endure beyond the finals, regardless of music.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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