Aikatsu Crescent!

「Phase 12」Aya's Important Treasure

"Before we begin, I'd like to introduce a new student who'll be joining us."

The class of young children all perked up. It wasn't often that any new students transferred in, so even just this small thing was enough to excite the group of eight-year-olds. In particular, one girl with dark hair and glasses seemed briefly surprised. From the desk next to her, a girl with long blonde hair and golden eyes turned to her.

"A new student... I wonder what they'll be like?" the blonde asked, her eyes shining with gentle excitement. Her dark-haired friend thought for a moment.

"Probably someone mean."

"Geez, you're so negative Aya!" the blonde responded, pouting.

"Well, everyone else is mean to us," Aya gave a small smile, lacing her fingers between her friend's, "But it's okay! Because Aya and Minako are an unstoppable duo!"

Minako nodded. "Of course! We don't need anyone else, long as we have each other!"

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The life of a third year in Celestial Academy was a busy one. Aya's schedule was filled to the brim every day. From training, to magazine shoots, she often found herself tackling multiple jobs in one day.

"Today, we're joined by a popular idol from Celestial Academy: Fuyuki Aya!" A host of a radio show introduced.

"Good afternoon! It's an honour to be here," the idol responded, with an energetic, happy voice.

"It's an honour to have you too," the host replied, "How have you been recently, Aya-chan?"

"I've been good! I'm working hard, since my new song finally debuts tomorrow."

"Oh?"

"Yep! It'll debut in my live tomorrow; please consider coming to see. I promise you won't regret it!"

"I'll make sure to check it out," they replied, "speaking of performances, how do you feel about Aino Rina's new premium rare?"

Of course. Aya wasn't exactly a stranger to people asking her opinion on Rina. She was the top idol in the school, and had been big news ever since she became Celestial Star. So, Aya had grown accustomed to, well, lying about her true opinion of Rina. She knew it was wrong! But a scandal wasn't exactly ideal for either of the idols.

"It was incredible. She's something else - it makes me want to work harder."

"None of us can wait to see what kind of future is in store for you, Aya-chan!"

"And I can't wait to show you all an incredible show tomorrow. See you all there!"

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"Aikatsu! Aikatsu!"

That evening, Mai, Tsubaki and Hinata were jogging, working hard on improving their Aikatsu after Rina's performance the prior week. The top idol had already put in at least six years of hard work - it was absurd to even consider reaching her heights without putting in an immense amount of effort. Not without breaks though, as Hinata aptly reminded her two best friends of.

So, the trio decided to take a quick breather.

"Aino-senpai is amazing, doing this every single day," Hinata commented between breaths, "For six years... the horror!" She dramatically complained, grinning as Tsubaki playfully nudged her.