[Brittany]

Thanks for translating.
I doubt Ayu will retire IF she marries Tomoya Nagase. Come on, she keeps her life personal and out of the spotlight for one thing. I don't see Ayu as the type to just retire to marry and sit at home with Tomoya. There are successful artists that are married and stay in the music industry. But I can sense it coming a little, (I may be wrong) 'cos Ayu is so tired and burnt probably. It's 7 years, but it can take a toll on one's body. But look at other people in the J-Music industry, especially bands that have been still out for 10+ years.