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Mogami Kyoko, a hardworking girl, moves to Tokyo to support her childhood friend and aspiring singer Shotaro, only to discover he’s been using her, shattering her dreams of love. Fueled by revenge, Kyoko transforms herself and enters the cutthroat world of showbiz, aiming to outshine Shotaro as an actress under the LME agency, where she meets the stoic Tsuruga Ren and the quirky Kotonami Kanae. As Kyoko navigates auditions, rivalries, and her own evolving feelings, this dynamic tale blends romance, ambition, and emotional growth, following a girl’s journey from heartbreak to stardom in a story of resilience and self-discovery. (Unreviewed summary by Grok 2)