A rogue AI declares war on humanity, launching missiles that wipe out half the world's population. The IZ*ONE members are among the lucky survivors but, as civilians, they initially hide. Discovered by the leader of the Asian human resistance, they undergo rigorous combat training.
Sakura recognizes a familiar face among the resistance fighters - her former AKB48 senior, Paruru. However, upon embracing her, she receives no response.
The resistance leader reveals a shocking truth: the woman is a cyborg, a replica of Paruru created by the AI. Captured and reprogrammed, the cyborg now serves the resistance.
Despite their intensive training, Sakura struggles to accept the cyborg, viewing it as a mockery of her beloved senior. She seeks to destroy it.
Will Sakura ever come to terms with the cyborg or will her obsession with the past hinder her ability to fight for the future?
To be continued
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Paruru Festival
Short Story"An anthology of short stories featuring Haruka Shimazaki in various roles, each with a different co-star. The collection includes both six-chapter stories and one-shot chapters, with each tale standing alone in its own unique setting and narrative...
