# Skip・Beat!, Vol. 26
## Part I: Kyoko's Emotional Turmoil
- Kyoko's Inner Struggles
- Dealing with feelings for Ren
- Self-doubt about her acting abilities
- Pressure from the entertainment industry
- Love Rival Appears
- Introduction of a new character
- Kyoko's reaction to the rival
- Ren's interaction with the rival
- Friendship and Support
- Kanae's advice to Kyoko
- Support from other friends in LME
- President Lory's guidance
## Part II: Professional Challenges
- Acting Challenges
- New role in a difficult production
- Struggles with complex emotions
- Director's high expectations
- Industry Politics
- Navigating competition within LME
- External pressures from rival agencies
- Media scrutiny and public perception
- Personal Growth
- Learning to balance personal and professional life
- Developing confidence as an actress
- Overcoming past traumas
## Part III: Romantic Developments
- Kyoko and Ren's Relationship
- Subtle hints of affection
- Misunderstandings and clarifications
- Deepening emotional connection
- Romantic Tension
- Moments of closeness
- Obstacles in their relationship
- Future possibilities
- Supporting Characters' Roles
- Yashiro's observations and advice
- Other characters' perspectives on their relationship
- Impact on Kyoko's career
## Part IV: Climactic Events
- Major Plot Twists
- Unexpected events in the story
- Revelations about characters
- Turning points in Kyoko's journey
- Resolution of Conflicts
- Addressing ongoing issues
- Character development and growth
- Setting the stage for future volumes
- Anticipation for the Next Volume
- Cliffhangers and unresolved questions
- Reader's expectations
- Speculation about future developments