Taki-sensei tells her that its come to this because he believes either of them is worthy of the part.
This request impresses Taki-sensei immensely, and he declares it an honor to have such an upstanding student.
Even now, at the end, Kumiko insists that the best player win.
Thats because she wasnt able to play with her friend.
Kanade is wrong; sheisntchoosing the short stick.
Shes choosing to be true to herself, to Mayu, and to the band.
It was close, and I didnt want Kumiko to lose, but Mayu was the better player.
She says it forcefully and without hesitation, easing those who felt bad about their president losing.
Reina feels terrible for choosing the best sound, and that that sound wasnt Kumikos.
