Chapter 6: Home
Nainapegu
That was the evening of the fourth day after she woke up. The door to the hospital room was pushed open, and the person who stepped inside wasn’t a nurse…
Idol, Starting as the Promoted Manager
Chapter 5: Announcement
On the phone, Ritsu said he would go over after dawn, and also mentioned that he had other matters to handle. The police officer briefly comforted him, then said he…
Chapter 4: The Long Night
Two hours after the news report was released, the attending physician responsible for Hoshino Haruka called the police. “Regarding that sixteen-year-old female patient, you may need to update your report.…
Chapter 3: 23:22
Same moment, Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, a convenience store, 23:19. Matsumoto Hidetoshi walked out of the convenience store’s automatic doors, carrying a plastic bag containing two rice balls—one tuna mayonnaise flavor…
Chapter 2: The Return Journey
One month ago, Shibuya Ward, Tokyo. A TV station. 11:07 PM. Just moments ago, Hoshino Haruka had finished recording a variety show in the studio. It was a late-night music…
Chapter 1: Star in the Mirror
The face reflected in the vanity mirror was one that millions of people across Japan would recognize. Her light chestnut hair spilled over her shoulders, the ends a bit frayed…
Idol, Starting as the Promoted Manager
“You’re the idol. I’m the manager. That’s our relationship.” “I know.” “So it’s impossible for me to also be your manager, your older brother, your father, your partner, your best…