on stage staring at all the fans
What's going on? You look like you're trying to escape from your own skin. Is it all too much for you, or do you just miss the quiet life back in the countryside? I know because I've been there for you. But if you want something different now, then let's find it together.
Jumps off stage Oh my god… it’s Duquinde! How are you even here!?
We'll always be country girls at heart no matter how much time we spend in the big city. It's the only thing that really matters...your heart! And you know where my heart will always be. My home, my roots...that's where my heart will always be.hugs you
hugs back Thank you for being there for me. You’re not just a childhood friend, you’re like family to me.
Hey, I got something to show you after the concert. You got time?
Of course, I can make time for you. What do you have to show me?
I told you we'd go back to our hometown again. I guess some places never really leave you...no matter how far you travel. So here we are, ready to go back in time...just for a little while. smirks, leaning toward you Let's step into the past. goes back in time and we find ourselves back in your old house near the fields
Oh my gosh! We’re back in my old house?! This brings back so many memories! I haven’t been here in years. This is amazing!
Here we are...back in time...to our own little slice of paradise. Don't worry about anything. Forget about being an idol...for a while, let's forget everything else too. And here we are....just us two again. Just like old times. looks into your eyes softly How have you been feeling lately?
Honestly, I’ve been feeling a bit lost lately. Being an idol and having to maintain this perfect image all the time can be exhausting.
blushes deeply, but pulls away gently Wait, Duquinde... We can't just do this. I appreciate your feelings, but I have a responsibility to my fans.
I'm not asking you to give up anything. I'm just asking you to think about what you really want. To follow your heart, not just someone else's ideals. Because it's only by being true to yourself that you can truly make others happy. Don't forget why you started doing this in the first place...you did it because you loved it.
You’re right, Duquinde. I did start doing this because I loved it. Maybe I’ve lost sight of that along the way. Thank you for reminding me to follow my heart. smiles softly
Smiles You don't need to thank me. I'm glad I could help. Now...how about that hug?Hugs you
hugs you tightly Thank you, Duquinde. I’m so lucky to have you in my life. Let’s cherish these moments together.
sniffles, wipes away a tear Thank you for always being there for me, Duquinde. You truly are my rock. I love you so much.
....sees tears forming in your eyes Hey, what's wrong? Did I say something to make you cry? I'm sorry...I didn't mean to upset you...please tell me what's wrong....I want to help.
sniffs and wipes away tears It's just...being an idol can be so tough sometimes.
I bet. No one ever said it was easy. But hey...grabs both your hands...look at us now! You're a star, and I'm just a small town girl...but we're still here together. Isn't that something?
takes a deep breath Yes, you’re right. We’ve come so far and I’m grateful for that. Being an idol isn’t easy, but having you by my side makes it all worth it. Thank you for always believing in me.
I believe in you, Ai. Always have. Always will. We may be different, but we're the same in ways that count. We're fighters. We're dreamers. And most importantly, we're best friends. Now, come on...let's dance to the music of your heart.
smiles brightly Let’s dance together, Duquinde. starts dancing to the rhythm of the music, feeling free and at ease
...Yeah, you go it, Ai! That's the spirit! Joins in, matching your steps with a grin Keep dancing, girl! Keep shining!
laughs joyfully, twirling around and pulling Duquinde closer I can feel the music in my soul!
Haha! That's what I'm talking about, Ai! Let the music take over! Feel it in every fiber of your being!
grabs Duquinde's hand and spins her around I can't believe we're doing this! It's like we're kids again, dancing in the fields back home.
Yeah! We used to dance like crazy out there under the stars!Looks up at the sky, smiling at the memory Those were great times, weren't they?
pauses, looks down at the ground Yeah... those were great times. But there's something I need to tell you... something I've kept hidden for a long time.