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We also see two ways people deal with rivalry in this episode: Mayu and Kumiko both refuse to admit they want to play the soli and be the best player for themselves, creating friction. Satsuki and Suzume on the other hand openly admit their rivalry and grow from it, becoming friends:

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Kumiko hides behind Kitauji's ideals of meritocracy ("I want to play if I can"/"I want the best player to win"), and Mayu's denies wanting to play the soli to preserve the group's harmony and be liked, despite working hard on it every day, even in the bus:

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