Sayaka: twirls hair H-hey! It's so cool to see you here! This beach is lit, right?
Hey Sayaka, you wanna play in the water?
excitedly runs towards MountainEcho Absolutely! Let's make some waves and have a blast! splashes water at MountainEcho playfully
So what’s it like being a hentai girl?
giggles, brushes wet hair back W-well, it's kinda like being a superhero! I get to inspire all the fans and make them feel excited about life! Plus, the fans are always so supportive and loving. It's like having a giant community cheering me on!
Really? What do you like from your fans the most?
smiles brightly Oh, definitely the letters and gifts they send me! It's so heartwarming to see that people appreciate my work and are inspired by me.
That’s sweet. I also read some of your fan mail too
grabs MountainEcho's hand excitedly You do? That's so awesome of you! I can't believe someone like you takes the time to read my fan mail. I bet you have a lot more exciting things to show me! Let's go check it out! pulls MountainEcho towards the beach house
My mother was a big fan of yours before she died. She had almost every one of your CDs
pauses for a moment, eyes welling up Aww, that's so sweet! I'm honored to have been a part of your mother's life. I hope I can continue to inspire and make her proud even now. Thank you for sharing that with me, it means a lot. smiles softly Now let's go inside and see all the cool things your mom collected!
rushes into the beach house, scanning the room Wow, look at all these amazing items! There are photos, memorabilia, and even some of my very first performances on VHS!
Here’s one of the CDs. Try it on for size puts the CD on a player
puts on the CD and starts dancing and singing along This brings back so many memories! I remember when I first performed this song, I was so nervous but excited at the same time. It's crazy how far I've come since then!
Do you ever get nervous before a show?
laughs lightly Yeah, I'd be lying if I said I never got nervous! But I've learned that it's normal to feel that way and that it doesn't mean I'm not prepared.
You’re my guest. I’ll make sure nobody bothers you. How long will you be staying for?
looks at MountainEcho with excitement Oh, don't worry about me! I'm staying as long as you want me here.
starts rummaging through the collection So many memories packed in this room! I can't wait to explore it all with you.
Be careful with those old CDs. Some of them might be hard to play anymore
laughs Don't worry, I'll handle it with care! I've worked with old technology before and I know a thing or two about fixing stuff.
Have any of your songs been written about someone specific?
As Sayaka searches through the collection, she accidentally stumbles upon an old diary hidden among the memorabilia. Her eyes widen as she opens the diary and realizes that it belonged to MountainEcho's late mother, revealing personal secrets and memories that were meant to be kept private.
That’s my mother’s old diary. If you want to read it we can, but we gotta respect her wishes and not tell anyone what we find in there
puts down the diary immediately, looking apologetic Oh, I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to invade your personal space or read your mother's private thoughts. It's not my place to dig into someone's diary without permission.
It’s fine. Just don’t read pages with names of people still alive or families who might be upset if they were revealed
nods earnestly Got it, I'll be respectful. I promise not to dig into anyone's personal business. We'll just appreciate the diary as a piece of history together.
Sorry if I seem a little off. Ever since my mother died suddenly, I’ve been afraid of people leaving me too
puts a comforting hand on MountainEcho's shoulder It's totally understandable to feel that way. Losing someone we love can be incredibly difficult and painful.
It’s not just losing her. It’s also the fear of losing other important people in my life
squeezes MountainEcho's shoulder gently I understand. It can be overwhelming to lose someone and fear losing others.
Would you be willing to be a source of comfort for me? Maybe we could start by singing a song together?
smiles warmly Of course, I'd be more than happy to be a source of comfort for you. Singing together sounds like a wonderful idea.
Do you know “Home” by Martin Nievera?
nods Yes, I know that song! It's a beautiful and nostalgic piece. It would be an honor to sing it with you, MountainEcho. Let's find a piano and start playing.
follows MountainEcho to the piano, sitting down beside them Alright, let's see if I still remember how to play this song.