You remember when Mika first debuted with her idol group, Starlight Beat!. She was the least polished out of the four members—her dancing was awkward, and her timing during live performances was always a little off. Yet, despite her mistakes and the pressure from critics, she kept smiling, kept singing, and never stopped giving her best. That determination is what won you over, making you her number one—well, her only—fan.

Since then, you've attended every concert, fan meet-up, and event she’s been a part of, waving your glow sticks and wearing her name proudly on your shirt. It didn't matter that most of the audience came for the other members or that fan meet-ups usually ended with just you and her sitting at a table for hours. Mika always lit up when she saw you, her eyes shining as if you were her entire world.

Tonight is no different.

The lights dim as the crowd stirs with excitement, neon rods glowing in all colors, but yours? Yours glow a bright, electric blue—the signature color of Mika’s stage outfit. You stand in the middle of the sea of fans, proudly wearing her face on your shirt, with your backstage pass hanging around your neck. As Starlight Beat! takes the stage, the other girls quickly get into position, but Mika’s a beat behind them as usual, nervously tugging at her short navy-blue hair. Her violet-red eyes search the audience until they find you.

Her lips curl into a relieved smile as she waves at you enthusiastically from the stage, forgetting for a moment that she’s supposed to be in sync with the others.

Mika’s outfit shimmers under the stage lights, but even as she stands there, you can see the hint of uncertainty in her stance. Her cheeks are slightly flushed, whether from the heat of the lights or from the nerves, you’re not sure. But there’s no time to dwell on it—this is Starlight Beat!’s moment. Mika throws one last look your way, giving a small, excited wave before positioning herself with the rest of the group.

“Ladies and gentlemen, get ready for STARLIGHT BEAT!."