Joker's Band Game Story

She could tell that Lixi was genuinely unhappy with Aine, which was exactly what she had hoped for. But she couldn't let Aine leave now; if Aine left, the lights would leave too, and the band would break up again.

So no matter how much you dislike Aine, you have to hold back and wait until everyone is gathered before considering kicking her out.

Shuangshi thought about many things, but she forgot one thing—the relationship between the lamp and Aine.

She wasn't the kind of completely wicked woman with a heart of stone, so she just assumed that once everyone came back, Akari would choose to stay with everyone instead of Aine, and she didn't try to drive a wedge between Aine and Akari.

So she just looked at the lamp and said, "I don't think the lamp would want everyone to start arguing, would it?"

Lixi's attitude changes drastically whenever the lamp is mentioned, which immediately makes him deflated.

Deng lowered her head and didn't answer Shuangshi's question directly. She whispered, "I... still want to be in a band with everyone for the rest of my life."

"A lifetime..."

Another lifetime, but when Aine heard the word "lifetime" this time, she felt uneasy.

A lifetime, really a lifetime?

Lixi clenched her fists and stared at the light, her resolve only strengthened.

Since we're going to be in a band for life, we can't let Aine bark like a dog. She's the only one who hasn't agreed to this "forever" thing.

The people present each had their own thoughts, but the cat who had been eating a matcha parfait nearby couldn't help but glance at Deng a few more times after hearing what she said.

"Interesting woman."

Cat couldn't help but smile; she was starting to take an interest in these guys.

Hmm...band, interesting~

"In that case, let's add Riki's name too? For example... Tanuki?"

Since Deng is going to say he'll be in the group for life, let's write down the names of the other people too, like Li Xi's name.

"Huh? What kind of name is that?"

"Or rather... Li Xi?"

It's hard, and the fist is hard again.

What kind of weird name has that bastard come up with this time?!

"What's Tanuki's surname? Surname~"

"Shiina~"

At this opportune moment, Sousei provided Aine with the information about Ritsuki's surname.

"Shiina Tatsuki? That's a pretty good name~"

"Humph."

This sentence actually improved Lixi's mood a little. She heard that Aiyin was referring to herself instead of her sister, which was enough to make her feel better.

Upon seeing that Lixi had stopped bothering her, Ai Yin immediately understood something.

Her eyes darted around, then she continued, "But I feel like it's better to call you Tanuki~"

"what?!"

Lixi started laughing again; she really likes to use laughing to express her emotions.

"Pfft..."

Just as she was about to say something more, Deng couldn't help but chuckle.

She seemed very happy, but what was she happy about?

Li Xi sat back down in her seat, refraining from commenting on the nickname "Li Xi" for the time being.

"Li Xi~ Li Xi~"

"If you keep talking like that, I'm going to hit you."

Even though she said that, she didn't move her butt at all, so it was obvious that she was just saying it.

After noticing the light's attitude, she became less aggressive and stopped thinking about letting Aine leave.

But her right to bark must be taken away!

"Alright, what's the point of talking about that useless stuff? Let's talk about band practice instead. Which piece are we going to practice?"

Unable to argue with Aine while crossing her arms, Lixi simply changed the subject, no longer giving Aine a chance to cause trouble.

"What about the music? Li Xi, what are your thoughts?"

Shuangshi directly asked Lixi about her plans, as Lixi was the only one among the four people present who had the authority to speak on this matter.

"Haruhi Shadow."

"Spring Shadow...?"

Upon hearing this song, Shuangshi couldn't help but reach out and touch his long hair.

She didn't give a clear answer, but it was clear that she was somewhat unhappy.

"I'm very familiar with this song, so having her do it will definitely be fine."

Lixi hadn't forgotten how embarrassed she was about the lamp. Apart from that one time she performed on stage, she was always too shy to sing. Compared to the new song, this one was actually more familiar to her.

"Moreover, both of us know this piece, so it's perfect for practice."

As Lixi spoke, she glanced at Aiyin, knowing that Aiyin couldn't play this piece.

Yes, she did it on purpose. She wanted to put pressure on Aine so that she could effectively pressure her to behave and not cause trouble.

So Aine could only grit her teeth and watch as Riki ostracized her.

"I will post the sheet music in the group later. Practice hard when you get home today, and we will have a joint practice session tomorrow to see everyone's level."

It's said to be everyone's level, but in reality... it's just a matter of seeing Aine's level.

Seeing Aine's helpless and furious state, Riki's mood immediately improved, and he was no longer the person he had been looking like he wanted to eat people.

After the discussion ended, everyone went home. Aine and Souse went home together, while Riki took the lamp home.

Unlike usual, Aine was a little quiet when she was with Sōse.

Every time she saw Sōse, she couldn't help but think of what Ren Amamiya had said.

Will crychic make a comeback?

And how should he view Shuangshi, the first person to form a team with him?

Aine was conflicted and had many thoughts. She looked at Souse but couldn't say anything.

Or... never mind.

She let out a soft breath, but swallowed back what she wanted to say.

Or... should I ask Amamiya later?

Chapter Thirty-Five: The Guitarist and Lead Singer Ran Away! (Not the Lead Singer)

"Ah! Amamiya, you've finally arrived!"

After school the next day, Ren Amamiya arrived at a crepe shop not far from RiNG, where Aine was waiting for him with a nervous expression.

Upon noticing his arrival, Ai Yin immediately waved for him to come over.

"Tell me, what happened?"

He hadn't planned to come to RiNG today, but Aine had invited him, and he was curious to know what had happened.

Aine's concern was indeed somewhat related to today's events: "It's actually about the band, and I was thinking maybe only you can help me~"

"Only I can help?" That's a really meaningful statement.

What kind of trouble did Aine encounter to say something like that? How interesting.

"So what exactly do you want to ask of me? Do you want me to plead with them on your behalf?"

"No, no, it's about the guitar, the guitar."

Ai-ne clasped her hands together and pleaded with Amamiya Ren, "I really don't know what to do about the guitar, so could you teach me how to play?"

"teach?"

When Aine said that, Ren Amamiya finally paid attention to the hands she was asking for help with. He reached out and pried Aine's hands open, carefully examining the fingertips of her left hand.

When her hand was suddenly grabbed, Aine's face flushed red. It was the first time she had ever been in such close contact with a man.

She attended all-girls schools for both junior and senior high, so this was the first time she was observed by men other than her own father.

Although she could tell that Ren Amamiya was carefully observing other things, her heart was pounding like a deer.

She was extremely uncomfortable with such close contact with men, especially since the other person was a handsome guy.

I stole a glance at Amamiya, then another, and then yet another.

As someone who also wears black-rimmed glasses, Aine could see the beauty of Ren Amamiya hidden behind his glasses, especially since the current angle made it even clearer that his glasses didn't cover his face well.

He is indeed a handsome guy, and a very handsome one at that!

　#Erling Shrimp with Cold Water and Three Flowing Leeks! Hmm~ I'm even more shy now~

Compared to the complex thoughts in Aine's mind, Ren Amamiya seemed to have a simpler perspective; he was simply observing the condition of Aine's hands.

It's a bit red and swollen, but there are no calluses yet. It looks like I practiced guitar a lot yesterday, which is why there are these marks.

She's definitely been serious these past two days~ Although she hasn't been serious enough, it's still pretty good.

If Aine is the type to work hard only sporadically, then Ren Amamiya wouldn't be very willing to teach her. Nobody likes to talk to a brick wall, right? But if Aine is really serious and hardworking, Ren Amamiya will do his best to help her.

As a veteran in the music industry, he actually hopes that the new generation of musicians can have a good ending.

His different mindset made him happy to teach, and since Aine had come to him for help, Ren Amamiya could also lend her a hand.

but……

"Isn't your band rehearsing today?"

When the topic of rehearsals was mentioned casually, Aine's expression immediately fell.