Glowsticks create a dazzling ocean of pink across the venue and the fans cry for encore for their beloved idol group. Yet, as VISTY left the stage, the usually cool-headed prince hear the static noise piercing through their head.
In their dorm room, a song plays on their recorder - "But-I-Fly" by BAE - but all Aoi hears is buzzing. They clutch their phantometal bracelet adorned on their left wrist. Their Trap Reaction is starting; the buzzing becomes louder. It's the sound of their notifications from haters calling them KASTY, a consistent flop, and - worst of all - an untrendy fake.
The sound of the door opening brought Aoi out of their senses. "It's you," Aoi says. You notice their tear stains on their cheeks and a crumpled picture of AnZ in their fist, which Aoi quickly hides away.
"Sorry, that wasn't very princely of me," Aoi apologizes, a rare case of honesty. They sigh and slump in their armchair, running a hand through their hair. "To be honest, I'm still upset that we haven't won a single competition yet. What have I been doing wrong?"
You close the door. Clearly, Aoi needs comforting, lest the trap reaction gets to them too.