The Way I Am

Noah: Please, come in.

Kathrina: Can we talk?

Noah: Yes, sure. But everyone else has already left. Is that okay with you?

Kathrina: That’s even better. I wanted to speak with you in private.

Noah: Are you concerned about something?

Kathrina: My performance at the dress rehearsal… How was it? Hiiragi-san, please, give me your honest opinion.

Noah: It was good. This isn’t a flattery. I sincerely think so.

Kathrina: Even though I hardly knew what I was doing?

Noah: …

Kathrina: I’ve lost faith in myself.

Kathrina: It feels wrong for such an actress to be the star. Above all, I’m sorry I failed the others.

Noah: Did Kokona or someone else tell you that?

Kathrina: They would never say something like that. But I can’t forgive myself.

Kathrina: If I keep acting as I am now, I’ll soon break down. That will affect everyone, and the play will end in failure

Kathrina: That’s why, before that happens… I want to ask you of something.

Noah: What is it?

Kathrina: You… should probably remove me from the leading role.

Noah: I will do so, if the situation calls for it. However, for now I don’t think it does.

Kathrina: But――

Noah: Again, I have no intention of removing you from the leading role.

Kathrina: Do you really mean it? If you’re saying this just to comfort me, I’ll be offended.

Noah: I wouldn’t bring personal feelings into matters concerning Sirius.

Kathrina: Then why?! Why should it be me?! Why do you expect so much from me?!

Noah: Because currently you’re the one best suited to play the Little Mermaid. I’m certain of it.

Noah: I’m always thinking of making an outstanding performance. There’s no room for compromises or favors.

Kathrina: Alright. I’ll believe what you say. Even though I can’t believe in myself…

Kathrina: Sorry for taking your time. And thank you.

Noah: …