Episode 7 - Don't Leave Us ☆ Ms. Shirley's Dream!

## Don't Leave Us ☆ Ms. Shirley's Dream!

"**Don't Leave Us ☆ Ms. Shirley's Dream!**" (가지 마세요☆셜리 선생님의 꿈!) is the seventh episode of *Shining Star*. It first aired on November 27, 2017 on MBC, and was posted on the YouTube channel on February 25, 2019.

## Synopsis

*Ms. Shirley is given the chance of a lifetime from Caliope, but if she accepts it she would be forced to quit teaching at Shining Star School*.

## Summary

One day, Big Jay and Calliope are observing Shirley teach the class in dance. She continuously corrects Nara, who she doesn't believe is taking it seriously but Big Jay is convinced she is improving little by little. Calliope finds his unwavering admiration to be good, but she goes on to say that perhaps Shirley is *too good* of a Teacher for the school.

Shirley stops the class to chew Nara out for failing to master even the most basic of dances, but as the other students react she is interrupted by Jackie, who asks to see her momentarily. After he speaks to her, Shirley dismisses class and takes off, and once the staff leaves the girls proceed to collapse to the floor. Berry comments that Shirley is hard on Nara, causing the girls of Doll to pick on her a little because they believe its her fault they are forced to work so hard during practice; it's not like they need it.

In another room, Shirley is informed by Calliope that she was going to be going on a World Tour very soon, and because of Shirley's talent she would like to request she join her in collaboration. Shirley instantly refuses due to her students who depend on her, but Calliope points out how beneficial it would be and asks her to think it over.

Meanwhile, in the auditorium Jackie announces the next mission of "*Remake a Classic*". Each group must choose a song to transform into something new, and the winning team will receive coordi from Noble Rosetta, the "*Cloris Cubic series*". He also informs everyone that if they would like to use his song they are more than welcome to, and he will give them special lessons for it. Nobody seems to pay him any attention, with the girls of Dolls discussing what they should choose, and Nara expressing concern because Shirley wasn't there like usual.

Nara remains gloomy as the trio walk through the hallway. See-a and Yena lift her spirits by pointing out she has improved over time, which encourages her until Dolls show up to continue picking on her; unaware that Shirley is just nearby as they insult her for forcing them to work so hard. Nara defends Shirley by saying its *for* them to improve that Shirley works so hard, but Lily and Rose claim that she works students until they are in pain intentionally. She claims that she is fine, but after seeing that Yena and See-a are a bit sore themselves, she wonders why that is. Hera mockingly claims that Nara is lucky to have the endurance to back up her lack of dance skill, but she becomes flustered after Yena comments that Hera seems to be fine too. The girls find this amusing as it dons on Yena what she did, but quickly Lily and Rose try to justify Hera by saying that because she's so advanced, it only makes sense that she would be fine. They go on to state that "*torture classes*" like what Ms. Shirley does aren't necessary there, with Hera brushing off the cruel remarks and simply saying that she doesn't care either way. Anyone who can't keep up should just practice on their own rather than drag down the rest of the class.

Once class resumes, Shirley stands away from her students as Nara and See-a chat. Yena remarks on how class hasn't began yet and they begin to worry over their Teacher, as this isn't like her.

Shirley continues to stare out the window as she recalls her youth as an idol. She had many fans and a unit she loved to be a part of, and she was very happy. But after a while it became so meaningless to her, she longed for something more; something she was discussing with Calliope one day in the dressing room. She loved being an idol, but she had a prior dream that meant even more to her, and she wanted to chase after it now.

Just then, Nara snaps Shirley out of her daze and reminds her of class. Shirley tells everyone to practice on their own, and in her hurry to leave she drops an old picture of her idol days, which Nara picks up.

In the hallway, Shirley is confronted by the teary-eyed Jackie, who pleadingly asks that she reconsider because he can't handle things on his own. Shirley assures Jackie that nothing has been decided yet though, but he continues to beg that she not abandon him as Nara observes them from nearby.

At the cafe, Nara informs the girls and Jin about what happened. They are just as concerned as she is, except for Jin, who points out that Shirley and Calliope would make a great combination. Nara reminds them that nothing has been decided yet, with Hendel assuring them that Shirley really loves her job as a Teacher. Her fans were very supportive and excited by the idea. This leads Nara to wonder why Shirley became a Teacher to begin with, when See-a reminds the girls that they have to think about their Mission. They still have yet to choose a song for it.

The owner of the cafe brings over a plate of cookies and doughnuts for the group, expressing concern as she noticed how worried they were. She gives them encouragement and Jin suggests Melody pick a song to reflect their feelings for Shirley. Nara agrees and says they would pick one of her songs from when she was an idol, but Hendel remarks that they would score better if they chose a popular song, like one from Calliope or the well-known idol unit *Four Seasons*. Nara refuses to budge on the idea though, saying that regardless of Shirley's decision she wants to show her that they will continue to work hard. Yena agrees and after a moment, See-a does as well, although Hendel is worried the girls aren't focusing on their scores like they should be.

The girls prepare to get started, first by searching a music shop to locate one of Shirley's old group CDs. Then they start learning the choreography and lyrics for it, and soon the day of the performance arrives. Everyone anticipates Shirley's decision, which will be revealed afterwards.

Dolls step onto stage for their performance of one of Calliope's long-time chart toppers, which earns compliments from her and Big Jay, saying it fits their confident image. They perform a Star Twinkle Change an amaze the audience.

Walking through the hallway the trio confronts Melody, teasing them for choosing a song by Shirley. See-a gets back at them by claiming they could be punished if Calliope doesn't like their song, while Nara refuses to be phased given the importance of this performance. Hera assures the trio that Shirley has already made up her mind and plans on leaving once this mission ends, but Nara claims that they still want to show her how thankful they are for her teachings. The girls head off to change.

In another room Jackie continues to beg Shirley to reconsider. She doesn't appear to be listening, until she sees the girls on the nearby monitor. They explain how their performance is dedicated to someone special, and how they hope she likes it and sees how much they value her efforts. The performance starts and as they recognize the song, the staff of the school watch with interest as Melody activates Star Twinkle Change. After the song everyone wildly cheers -with the exception of Dolls- and Big Jay turns over judgement to Shirley, saying that it's only right as its her song. Although she enjoyed their performance, she explains that their personal feelings should be put aside when on the stage, the audience is the most important thing to consider. But, she felt their sincerity, as did the audience. So because of their grand performance she presents the girls with the Cloris Cubic series of Coordi.

In the office, Shirley explains to Calliope that because she still has a lot left to teach her students, she can't quit now. She assures her that while she may get the longing to be on stage occasionally, she wants to teach the current generation even more. Calliope admits that while it's a shame, her reasons are noble and she supports them. Before Shirley leaves, she asks her if she has any ideas on who the next muse could be. She determines it could be anyone, and outside she finds the girls waiting for her.

As they walk alongside Shirley, Nara brings up the sweets shop they like to visit and asks her if she would like to join them. Shirley frowns and explains that Nara is probably so slow because of all the snacking she does, so she must begin a heavy training at once. As Nara complains Shirley drags her back towards school, causing See-a and Yena to laugh.