When Mahiru Sakura announced her retirement, I have to admit I was genuinely surprised. Her dedication and wonderful personality were universally recognized, and there wasn't a single director at any studio who didn't like her. Just as her career was set to grow and reach new heights, her sudden retirement came as a complete shock. Yet, there was also a certain cleverness behind her decision—perhaps, with ambition and intelligence, she chose to step away at the peak, preparing for her next life stage. Her final shoot became a powerful culmination of all her efforts, delivering the ultimate excitement and emotion.