I didn't expect such a history between Akane and Kana. It would be quite a blow to Akane if Aqua actually started going out with Kana for real, after Akane's own relationship with Aqua turned out to mean nothing romantic for Aqua. Since I supported the baking soda girl as soon as she reappeared, I don't have particular sympathies for Akane, as far as her romantic aspirations go, but due to that historical complication, I do feel a bit bad for her.

That was a pretty good start for the idol group, with Kana finally mentally getting into it being one of the most important details. More experienced idol otaku already could see through her lack of personal motivation during the first song, but likewise could also detect her change. She would have hurt the other two's success as well if she had remained uninspired. Aqua really knew what he was doing.