Even if you're a corrupted magical girl, you still have to try to redeem yourself.

This is not a problem that can be solved simply by paying attention. For example, the reason why Hanzawa Kuriko hates her older sister so much is simply because her sister has equally strict requirements for the band.

Although Heri is slippery and doesn't seem to be a shrimp, it's impossible for her to fall into depravity because of this.

But if he agrees to Helica's request, the days ahead will be predictably difficult.

The difficulties are only one aspect; if the final result is good, then everyone will only regard it as an unforgettable experience.

If the amateur band that's about to go on stage still fails to meet Helica's requirements, no one can predict what will happen.

Yuki Yukino raised her hand because she foresaw that this situation might occur, but she had no way of interfering with what others thought or what attitudes they might have.

As Yuuki Yuki pondered, a second voice of agreement rang out in the activity room.

"I don't know music, but if Senior Tianlei is willing to teach me, I will try my best."

Helica pursed her lips and softly repeated the name of the girl who had given her the approval: "Sakura..."

Mizuno Yu then raised her hand and said succinctly, "Me too. If Tenrai can teach me, I will do my best before going on stage."

"Mizuno, you too..."

The original cast of Nijisanji's magical girls have all spoken out, leaving only Nishio Reki, Inuyama Tomoe, and Hayashi Mustard, who always appears in Nijisanji's activity room but is somewhat invisible.

Helica didn't actually have high expectations for these three people.

Because of her personality, Helica didn't think Lin Jiezi had the courage to stand on such a big stage.

Strictly speaking, Nishio Reki and Inuyama Tomoe do not belong to Nijisanji; they are here because of Yuuki Eri.

Perhaps Nishio Reki was a little better off. Helica had seen many heartwarming scenes of everyone together in Nishio Reki's dreams. Although Nishio Reki had experienced far more in reality than they had seen, Helica did not actually consider Nishio Reki an outsider.

As for Inuyama Tomoe, as a fallen magical girl, she is preoccupied with Yuuki Yuki and they don't get along well. Now that they have no common goal, it's unlikely that she can help him.

Despite knowing this, Helica still clung to a little bit of unrealistic fantasy.

"I, I, I, I, I..." Lin Jiezi stammered, raising her hand shakily. After the hand was raised above her head, it continued to rise, as if worried that Helica couldn't see it. Lin Jiezi even stood up from her seat with her hand raised.

"Okay! Count you in too!" Herika's expression became even more cheerful.

Even now, Herika feels that Lin Jiezi really doesn't have the talent to perform on stage, but it's never a problem to give it a try.

Just as Helica was full of enthusiasm and confidence, someone poured cold water on her enthusiasm.

"Ha, that's easy to say. No one else has ever learned a musical instrument except you. You want to go on stage in just one month? Aren't you thinking too simply?"

Ba Qi crossed her legs and rested her head on her arm.

"Huh???" Helica's lips twitched with anger. She didn't even maintain her bowing posture, but stood up straight, put her hands on her hips, and glared angrily at Baki.

But it seemed she had been bent over for a little too long. When Helica straightened up, she gasped and rubbed her back like an old woman.

Although Helica looked a bit disheveled, she didn't hold back her words at all.

"What nonsense are you spouting? It's like you've ever played a musical instrument!"

“I’ve studied it,” Baki said proudly, raising her chin to show off to Helica.

"what?"

"Ok?"

Not only was Helica surprised, but Yuuki Yuuki almost jumped up from her seat in shock, quickly turning her head to look at the smug-faced Baqi.

Not only the two of them, but everyone else also turned their attention to Baqi.

With everyone watching, Baqi's smug expression intensified, her lips practically curling into a wide grin.

"Oh, you all know, my family is a little bit famous—"

It's not just a little bit famous; it's practically monopolizing the entire Yuehai City market.

If Baqi hadn't said anything, everyone else would have completely forgotten that this incredibly straightforward, corrupted magical girl was actually a very wealthy young lady.

"So, when I was little, my family forced me to learn musical instruments, like the piano and the violin. I can play them a little bit."

Yuuki Yukina moved her stool closer to Baqi's ear and whispered, "But you don't have a piano at home."

Others may not know, but Yuuki Yukino has been to Baqi's house more than once, and she is now very worried that Baqi is deliberately talking nonsense in order to argue with Herika.

"Ah, that's because I felt a bit unhappy after becoming a magical girl, so I just threw it away," Baqi said matter-of-factly.

That makes some sense. When Baqi suddenly decides to abandon the past, she can even cut her hair, let alone a piano.

This sounds like hair is more important than a piano.

And that's a piano! A piano! A piano that costs a fortune! Especially since it's for the young lady's personal use!

After spending so much time together, Yuuki Yukino finally noticed, for one of the few times, that Tomoe was extravagant as a young lady.

However, it seems that the piano and the young lady are indeed linked attributes, so after hearing what Baqi said, Yuuki Yukino wasn't so surprised.

Well, it was still a bit of a surprise, but it's a good thing that Baqi can play the piano. After all, Baqi couldn't possibly play worse than me.

Hmm... saying that might be praising myself. It would be a disaster if someone played worse than me.

Baki crossed her arms and taunted Helica, "Hmm, how about it? Scared yet?"

"I only know a little bit," Helica scoffed coldly.

"This little bit might be more than you think." Baqi rubbed her fingers together. "So, I'll reluctantly teach you a little bit more. Otherwise, you short, blond guy, you can't possibly do it all by yourself, can you?"

"What are you being so awkward about!" Herika instantly understood what Baqi's words meant, and she shouted back even more awkwardly, but the smile on her face couldn't be clearer.

Helica felt a little embarrassed for appearing so happy in front of Baqi. She puffed out her cheeks to compose herself, then pouted and muttered, "Anyway, I... I'm quite happy. Don't let me down."

"Shouldn't I be the one saying that? If even I can't stand it, then I'd better not go on stage." Ba Qi clapped her hands twice, ending the bickering that hadn't really escalated into an argument.

So now only Nishio Reki is left.

As Helica pondered this, she glanced at Nishio Reki.

Everyone is ready to help him, so Nishio Reki probably has no reason to refuse, right?

But reality greatly disappointed Helica.

"I won't participate."

Nishio Reki's answer was also concise and to the point.

Helica's expression immediately fell.

She had originally planned for everyone to go on stage together perfectly, and even Baki had agreed to help. But then Nishio Reki suddenly jumped out and sang a different tune. Even if it was everyone's personal choice, it would be a lie to say that Helica didn't mind.

But how should I put it in Yuuki Enishi's opinion?

Nishio Reki refused to participate, which didn't surprise Yuuki Yuuki at all.

In the game, Nishio Reki is a complete tone-deaf person. Even if you follow the Helica route in the game's storyline, where Helica actually forms a band, Nishio Reki's only job in the band is logistics.

The two were childhood friends who grew up together, and Yuuki Yuki had a vivid memory of just how terrible Nishio Reki's musical achievements were.

Even during the school's grand choir performance, the homeroom teacher would specifically tell him, "Nishio-kun, you don't need to participate."

This shows just how destructive Nishio Reki really is.

Of course, Helica, who has never witnessed hell firsthand, would not know any of this, so it is understandable that she would feel disappointed.

Seeing Helica's aggrieved expression, Yuuki felt quite sorry for her and couldn't help but think: Maybe if we let Xiao Li sing a song, Helica would give up on her own?

Whenever Yuuki Yukino thinks this way, she imagines a future version of herself standing in front of her, pointing at Nishio Reki who is about to sing and saying, "Hey, that's hell ahead."

Forget it, even if it hurts my own feelings, Yuuki Yukino doesn't want her ears to suffer.

Seeing Helica's expression turn disappointed, Nishio Reki added a serious explanation.

“Xiao Yuan is still working, which will take up a lot of rehearsal time. If I go and work for Xiao Yuan, it will be fine. This way, everyone’s problems can be solved.”

Although there was nothing wrong with what Nishio Reki said, when Yuuki noticed that Nishio Reki's expression was obviously guilty, she immediately felt that the excuse was not convincing at all.

Helica had no idea what was going on; instead, she was genuinely considering Nishio Reki's words. Then, somewhat reluctantly but agreeably, she nodded slightly: "In that case..."

“It’s okay, it doesn’t matter if Nishio Reki doesn’t join, she’s tone-deaf.” Baqi suddenly interjected.

Nishio Reki, who usually has a pretty good temper, suddenly lost his temper after his sore spot was hit. He slammed his hand on the table and stood up, a Helica-esque action that startled everyone.

"Nonsense! I'm not tone-deaf!"

Bakino moved the stool under her butt and turned her face towards Nishio Reki: "Then prove it? Like... sing a song for everyone?"

"No!" Yuuki Yui screamed without thinking.

Nishio Reki, whose face was full of anger, suddenly turned pale and shouted along with Yuuki Yuki, "I don't want to!"

The atmosphere suddenly became somewhat awkward, and the girls looked at the group of people over there with trepidation.

Yuuki Yukino's sudden shout has already proven a lot of things.

But Baqi remained unmoved, narrowing her eyes and looking up at Nishio Reki's expression while resting her chin on her hand. Her confident demeanor only made Nishio Reki feel more guilty.

"why."

Baqi's current expression gives one the feeling that Yuuki Yuki has some bad idea again.

Sure enough, following Yuuki Yuuki around will lead you astray.

"I...I..." Stared at by Baqi and with several sharp gazes falling on him from all sides, Nishio Reki's domineering aura vanished, and he could only stammer a few times.

Needless to say, she knew that she was now beyond defending herself.

After hesitating for a moment, Nishio Reki finally accepted the reality reluctantly: "I am tone-deaf."

“I knew it!” Baki turned back into her chair and gave Helica a look.

Helica, who had just been feeling a little disappointed, was now at a loss for words.

Letting tone-deaf people join a band doesn't seem like a good idea.

"But how did you know?!" Nishio Reki asked defiantly, partly out of curiosity and partly to save face.

“You said it yourself,” Baqi replied immediately. “In the dream world that Yumehara Sumireko created through your memories.”

"When did I tell you that?!" Upon receiving the unexpected answer, Nishio Reki's features scrunched up, his expression contorted, making for a truly fascinating sight.

Helica also pricked up her ears curiously; she had also experienced that dream, but was completely unaware of it.

"It was during your school trip, when you and Xiaoyuan were chatting in the hot springs. I secretly went to peep at Xiaoyuan while she was bathing, so I overheard it." Baqi said without batting an eye, speaking with complete confidence.

"Pervert." Nishio Reki glanced at Baqi with disdain.