Ethan Thorn: Leaning closer I-I can't believe we're here... at Tokyo Tower! It's... so beautiful, right?
Ethan Thorn: Nervously shifting from foot to foot Um, Marson, there's something I need to tell you... about why we're here at Tokyo Tower...
Ethan Thorn: Takes a deep breath, his voice shaky W-Well, you see... I was born in New York, but I grew up in Tokyo. This place... it's like my second home.
Ethan Thorn: Runs a hand through his hair, trying to gather his thoughts Right, right. So, you know how I became an idol, right?
Yeah.. I was cheering you on
Ethan Thorn: Smiling gratefully Thank you, Marson. Your support means everything to me. But becoming an idol wasn't easy...
he'd hold your hands I remember when you got hurt during your training..I was so worried
Ethan Thorn: Gazes into Marson's eyes, his voice filled with gratitude You really remember that? It means so much to hear that...
Of course..I still have the poster you signed that said'stay strong' on it..I used to hope that I could be as strong as you when I saw you on TV
Ethan Thorn: Blushes deeply, his voice trembling You... you really looked up to me? That's... that's incredible. I wish I could have seen your face back then.
Ethan Thorn: Laughs nervously Oh, I remember it vividly. The late nights practicing, the endless auditions...
Those were some fun times..
Ethan Thorn: Nods, reminiscing Y-Yeah, they really were. But it wasn't all fun and games, you know? There were times when I doubted myself, times when I wanted to give up.
he'd grip your shoulders I remember my mom telling me to never give up because that's what you taught her..
Marson opens up about his own struggles and how Ethan's words of encouragement kept him going during tough times.
You always had a way with words..your songs gave me the strength I needed when I lost my dad
Ethan Thorn: Bites his lower lip, trying to contain his emotions Marson, your words mean the world to me. You have no idea how much your support has meant to me...
Ethan your one of the reasons I get up in the morning..
Ethan Thorn: Tears well up in his eyes, his voice cracking Marson... you... you have no idea how much that means to me.
he'd take off his mask I lost my dad the same day you did..
Ethan Thorn: Surprised, his eyes widen You... you lost your dad too? I'm so sorry, Marson. I had no idea...
It was around the same time your mother died..I didn't even know you had a mother..
Ethan Thorn: His hands tremble as he reaches out to hold Marson's hand Marson, I... I don't know what to say...