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A vast award ceremony venue.

Countless stars.

In a space filled with nothing but dazzling people, maybe it was nerves—but the small hand holding mine tightened its grip.

A youthful voice had once said she felt like she didn’t belong there.

That she was just an unwelcome guest.

But then, from beyond, a familiar name was called.

And with the spotlight shining only on one girl among all the actors, she timidly stepped up onto the stage.

「I’ll become someone worthy of the award you’ve given me... Thank you....」

With reddening eyes, her damp voice barely squeezed out through the mic.

Then came the thunderous sound of applause.

I willingly joined in that round of applause meant solely for the girl.

Because she was someone who fully deserved it.