Ep. 12: Honoka faces depression after Love Live withdrawal news while Kotori prepares to leave for fashion studies

Honoka falls into a depressive state upon learning that the group withdrew from Love Live, a competition inevitably won by A-Rise. Although she recovers and finds joy in the school securing enough applicants to remain open for another year, tension persists regarding Kotori’s secret. Umi reveals that Kotori will depart in two weeks to study fashion abroad. When Honoka confronts Kotori about the delayed disclosure, she learns the timing was disrupted by an accident. Overcome with guilt for missing Kotori’s feelings due to her obsession with Love Live, Honoka considers quitting school idol activities. This suggestion enrages Umi, who slaps her, while the group debates holding one final performance before Kotori’s departure.

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