It was practically a miracle.
It would certainly go down in the history of Mars as the "Miraculous 7 Minutes".
This is the story of the two girls who set it all in motion.
After performing in the talent show Mars Brightest, Carole & Tuesday made it through the first round.
However, amidst all the colorful participants, will they outshine the competition and make it to the top?
It seems we're live.
Now, let's hear from the former Herschell state governor
who recently announced her presidential candidacy, Valerie Simmons!
Thank you. Please spare me just a moment of your time.
My address will be like a sharp and spirited blade, with which we carve the path to Mars' future.
Sorry to keep you waiting.
Oh, Carole. Are you done shopping?
It will be like a wise and flexible friend to you all.
Oh, yeah.
Mars is faced with a decision.
Hey, so you said your mom's a politician, right?
Surely you've all noticed that which is casting a shadow of doubt upon our lives.
Could that be...
That is Earth...
Seriously?
Hey!
Hi.
So, we're not performing today... Should we really be here?
Of course.
You'll be going up against those who make it through today.
You have to scope out the competition.
Huh...
Watch the performances from here, got it?
Pay attention to the stuff the cameras don't pick up.
Okay.
Gotcha.
We'll be watching from the reserved seats.
Okay, we'll be in the dressing room until it starts.
Oh, it's Tues!
You're here to cheer me on?
No, I...
I'm so glad you're here. I can't decide what to do with my hair. Could you help me out?
It looks the same as always.
I'm asking Tues.
Isn't it fine as it is?
Wait, your hair's a bit knotted.
Come here.
You know, Tuesday is a lovely name.
Were you born on a Tuesday? When's your birthday?
Uh... It's on the 10th of June.
Seriously? That's next week! I'll have to think about what to get you!
So I was thinking... I feel like we could come up with some amazing songs together.
How would you like to start a new band: Cybelle & Tuesday?
But I...
You can keep Carole & Tuesday going as it is now.
We'd make it a completely separate thing.
There, you're good.
Sorry, could I borrow her for a minute?
Tuesday, come here.
Hey, if you're bothered by her you gotta speak up.
Well, it's just... I've never experienced something like that before.
You actually like it?
No, it's not that, I...
I'm not sure how to deal with it.
Excuse me! There are still more people to come, so please fill in.
I don't believe your duo is performing today.
Could it be that you were so interested in Angela that you just had to come?
No, there was this artist I just had to check out.
Was your what's-her-face performing this week?
Friend of yours?
As if!
Angela!
I got some refreshments from the sponsor.
I really love this commercial.
You're so cute, I just want to squeeze you tight!
Are you serious?
Y-Yes...
Listen, instead of this crap, how about you bring me Tao?
Well, the thing is, he won't respond to calls or texts.
Y-Yes, gladly!
Seriously, where's he hiding?
Starting in ten!
Oh! Mr. Tao, you're here?
Please make your way to the reserved seats.
No, I'll watch from here.
Who possesses the brightest-shining talent on Mars?
Which contestant will the title of Brightest Star be bestowed upon?
Mars Brightest 0049! Today we'll have a diva face-off between four contestants!
First up is Mermaid Sisters vs. GGK!
Then we have Cybelle vs. Angela!
Angela sure is popular.
Hmph, I'd bet someone set this up.
Up first is GGK! Come on!
Well then, GGK, what will you sing for us today?
No, it's not like that.
I'm not the one singing.
Huh? What do you mean?
I'm being made to sing.
While I'm singing, I'm connected to the universe.
During that time, I die and go to the other side...
It's one and the same as dreaming...
And then I come back to life.
Uh... I'm not sure what to say...
Your profile says that you're 13.8 billion and 22 years old?
I'm connected to the universe, so it just ends up that way.
Could I have a word?
I don't really understand what you're saying.
Would that be because I'm an AI?
Don't worry, I don't understand her either.
Well, let's just hear her sing! She's singing Milky Way!
Hey how would you like to watch the stars
See how they shine so brightly
Just for us, us
us
I, I love you
lo
You, you love me
lo
How about we run away to the
to
the
to
the
to
the
Milky Way
The Milky Way
Thank you, GGK!
It was so mysterious! I was so touched!
It was wonderful!
Catherine, what did you think?
Well, it's clear that your outlook on things is steeped in originality.
And I could hear you really put your soul into the song.
What's that? "How would you know?"
Okay, now it's time for our next diva.
Hello...
...we...
...are...
...Mermaid Sisters.
What are they supposed to be?
Could these be the ones you came to see?
Uh... I'm not sure where to even start.
What do you think, Benito?
Uh, well, why don't you tell us where you got your name from?
Mermaids are neither humans nor fish.
And we're neither men nor women.
We want to become a new kind of human, which is why...
We're Mermaid Sisters!
Well, there's still a lot of question marks,
but for now, let's just hear them sing!
Galactic Mermaid!
Fucking bullshit
Holy shit, oh fucker
Fucking bullshit
Goddamn bullshit
Son of a bitch
What the hell?
Oh, motherfucker, goddamn bullshit, holy shit
Holy shit
Oh, holy shit, bullshit, goddamn motherfucker
Motherfucker
Oh fucking bastard, goddamn
Fucking shit
Oh, fucking shit
Son of a motherfucking bitch
Oh, shit!
Stop! Stop right there!
I've heard enough. Let's announce the results.
O-Okay! Here are the results for the third match!
Who will emerge victorious?
The winner is GGK! Congratulations!
Now, Catherine, can you explain why she was the victor?
I wouldn't say "victor",
rather that the Mermaid Sisters were unequivocally the losers.
Great harmony, utterly awful lyrics.
You shouldn't have come on this show.
That's all.
What was that, you fucking hag?
These lyrics are who we are!
What the hell do you know?!
C-Commercial break! We'll be back after these short messages!
Excuse me, Dahlia...
Huh?
It seems Mr. Tao is here.
What?!
Cybelle?
What's wrong? Aren't you up next?
I got a bit nervous...
Hold me.
Ow!
I'm going now.
Sorry, I'm back. The next performance is starting soon.
Huh? Is something wrong?
No, it's nothing.
So you are here, Mr. Tao.
E-Excuse me!
I'm Angela's manager, Katy Kimura.
Where's that duo?
Duo?
You mean the metal grandpas? Or Carole & Tuesday?
Yes, them. Are they here?
Um, I saw them just a moment ago.
U-Uh, Mr. Tao?
Sorry, we'll be ready to go in just a bit.
You two.
Yes?
Who writes your songs?
Uh, we write them together.
You don't use AIs?
Nope.
We don't have the money to begin with.
Is that true?
Y-Yes.
It's true.
I see.
Who was that?
I dunno.
What?! He left?
What did he even come here for?!
I'm sorry I couldn't get him to stay...
Angie, don't be like that.
You're up soon. Concentrate.
I know, Mama.
Now there was something you could only see live, but I'm sure the audience had a blast.
We'll head straight to the fourth match now!
Up next is a very young and chic girl!
Come on, Cybelle!
Hello, Cybelle.
Why did you decide to sing this song in French?
Because it's an elegant and beautiful language.
So you want to express beauty?
People are only able to express beauty while they're young.
As they age, their spark fades.
That's...
That's something you'd expect to hear from someone young.
But you'll grow old too, one day.
That's why I want to leave something behind before that happens.
Then I won't mind disappearing.
I'm an AI, so I don't really understand this growing old thing.
This is your first time singing in front of an audience, right? Are you nervous?
I'm fine. I just received the blessing of a goddess.
Well then, let's hear you sing! Her song is titled La Ballade!
To you I devote my life without a word
I dream of a blood oath
A different kind of love
And all the world's fury could do nothing against us
To you I devote my faith
Come, leave everyone else behind
Let's travel to stars unknown beyond what can be seen
In this unknown land ruled by eternal snow where we fall asleep
In this unknown land ruled by eternal snow and there I'll sleep
Magnifique! That was brilliant, Cybelle!
It was mysterious in a way different to GGK's song.
Like you're whispering love into my ears.
Cybelle, your whisper resounded further than a scream.
Très bien.
It's now time for the final diva!
It's who you've all been waiting for, Angela!
There's something about her...
She's completely different from before.
Angela.
You're a top model that everyone knows.
Why would you take a risk like this to go on a talent show?
Would you mind telling us?
You'll know when I sing.
Really? I'm looking forward to hearing it, then.
Now then, let's listen to her sing! She's singing Move Mountains!
Everything is hard to do the first time
But if I fall it'll make me stronger
I'll get up and try again
I will follow my dreams forever
Long as we'll be together
Through the storms and bad weather
You make me better
If I believe I can do anything
I can move mountains
If I believe I can do anything
I can move mountains
If you're in need
Know I'll be your friend
I can move mountains
I can move mountains, yeah
Anything the world throws at us, I'll be by your side
Until we make it out and everything's all right
No matter what, I will fight to the end
I can move mountains
I can move mountains, yeah
What a moment! What excitement!
Angela, thank you!
Another round of applause for Angela!
Now, who does the goddess of fate smile upon?
Well, Catherine?
This is an extremely difficult choice.
Cybelle, you certainly have an ephemeral shine that you can only express now.
And Angela, may I give you my honest opinion?
To be perfectly straight, I underestimated you.
"A top model decided to sing a bit as a change of pace."
That's all I was expecting from you.
But, Angela, there's not a single person here who still sees you as a model.
Congratulations.
I've witnessed the birth of a brilliant singer right here!
The victor is Angela! Angela takes it!
Everyone, give our newborn singer Angela another round of applause!
Thank you!
Tues!
I lost...
Yeah...
But we'll just have to participate as Cybelle & Tuesday next time, right?
Hey, Cybelle...
I'm sorry, but I don't think I'd manage both at the same time.
So... I'm sorry.
I can't believe this.
Huh?
I even marked you to show that you're mine...
I can't believe this!
Wait!
Hey, did you see that? I'm at a loss for words.
I thought she was just a puppet, but that was far from it!
Look forward to the semifinals next week!
Winning against that one's not gonna be easy.