London (August 2035)
"Just remember this success would not be possible without you.
No matter how bright I shine
Or colors I see
For me, the brightest color is the one that you brought me.
All of this began with you and me
Our color, I want it to be the guiding light to the future."
.....
"This is.."
Itsuki spoke up, "It's within the rules since the melody and name are the same as what's registered."
People let out a relieved sigh. Lila knew after what happened earlier; people didn't want a repeat of a high-level performance getting shot down. But she read the rules carefully; she knew they'd except this. Changing the lyrics to the song.
"How interesting," Itsuki continued to speak, "If my fellow judges don't mind, I shall start."
Lila noticed Haruka sending Itsuki-san a glare and her sweat fell.
"Your performance is very different today. It's unlike your usual style, and yet you performed very well. Almost like you were greeting an old friend."