Ep. 49: Aoi learns of Ichigo's departure plans before the Starlight Queen Cup finals.

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Two days before the Starlight Queen Cup, Aoi secures a movie lead while Ran pursues an audition as Spicy Ageha's representative. With various idols setting post-competition goals, Ichigo consults Kaede regarding her own future path. The tournament commences with seven idols competing, resulting in Ichigo being selected to challenge Mizuki for the Starlight Queen title. During the event, Aoi attempts to order a parfait for celebration but is stunned when Kaede reveals that Ichigo intends to leave Starlight Academy. This disclosure occurs amidst the high-stakes competition, highlighting the diverging trajectories of the participants as the finals unfold and personal ambitions clash with the ongoing idol rivalry.