After dropping out of school, I chose to join a girls' band.

Outside the Nagasaki Sue family home, night had fallen, and the lamplight cast dappled shadows on the doorway. Hinasaki looked worriedly at Shiina Tatsuki, who was huddled on the steps, and asked anxiously:

"Lixi... are you alright?"

Yue's eyes were filled with concern and unease. She slowly walked to Lixi's side, squatted down, and gently patted Lixi's shoulder.

Lixi lowered her head, hugging her knees tightly, curling up on the steps. Her eyes were filled with disappointment and self-blame, as if all her strength had been drained away.

Her face was pale, and fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead, making her look extremely tired and in pain. Tears welled up in her eyes, but she tried hard to hold them back.

"I'm sorry... Yue, I failed... I disappointed you." Li hope's voice was low and hoarse, filled with self-blame and pain. His body trembled slightly as he tried to suppress the pain in his heart.

Looking at Lixi, Yue felt a pang of pity and heartache. She gently put her arm around Lixi's shoulder, trying to offer her some warmth and support.

"It's alright... Lixi, you've done your best." Yue tried to comfort Lixi.

Lixi looked up, tears welling in her eyes, a painful smile on her face. "But... I still couldn't win. I couldn't bring Su Shi back."

Yue gently shook her head and continued to comfort him, "It's okay, Lixi. No one can win forever. As long as we still have a chance, that's fine."

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"Really? Sou-chan, did you win today?" Kurosawa Momoko's voice carried a faint smile. She had just finished her practice for the day and walked into her room. When her phone rang, she answered it.

Peach stood by the window, the night outside quiet and deep. She glanced at the notebook on her desk and sighed softly. Her fingers tapped lightly on the surface, as if deep in thought.

“However, the promises between you are not actually legally binding…” Peach’s voice was tinged with a hint of teasing and calmness. She looked up, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes.

Her gaze fell on the notebook, her fingertips lightly tracing the cover. After a moment's thought, she frowned slightly and continued, "Hmm... you asked me when the audition will begin?"

Peach sat down gently in the chair, opened her notebook, and the pages were filled with numerous plans.

Her eyes revealed a hint of determination and composure, as if she were planning a massive transformation.

She glanced up at the calendar on the wall, her voice tinged with determination: "It will be soon. We've almost found the right candidates, and we'll be able to start the audition soon."

A sharp glint appeared in her eyes, and her tone carried a hint of challenge: "But Su Shi, are you so sure you can keep winning?"

Peach put down her notebook, stood up, and walked to the window. The night breeze gently brushed her face, bringing a touch of coolness. Her gaze lingered on the distant night sky through the glass window, a complex emotion in her eyes.

A faint smile appeared on her lips.

She knew that the upcoming audition would be a very interesting stage.

Momoko gently raised her hand, brushed a strand of hair behind her ear, and looked firmly into the distance, thinking to herself: Little Moon, I wonder if you are ready.

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The streets were quiet and secluded at night, the streetlights casting a soft glow that made the ground appear hazy and warm. Hinasaki walked home alone, her heels making a soft, distinct sound on the ground.

She had just dropped Shiina Tatsuki off at her home and was now walking alone on this familiar road. The trees lining the street swayed gently in the night breeze, their leaves rustling softly.

A hint of weariness and helplessness flickered in Yue's eyes. The Revue from earlier kept replaying in her mind. Every move Lixi made on stage and every attack Su Shi made were clearly remembered.

She should have been happy to see Lixi and Sushi shine today, but... the premise is that Sushi's shine doesn't lead to an irreversible reorganization of Crychic.

"Although judging from Lixi's state before Revue, I had a vague feeling that he might lose... I didn't expect it to actually come true..." Yue sighed silently in her heart, a complex emotion showing in her eyes.

Yue's hands were gently tucked into her pockets, her fingers unconsciously rubbing her phone inside. Her steps were slow, and her footsteps were particularly clear on the night street.

She glanced down at her phone; the screen displayed the last message she'd exchanged with Lixi: "Thank you for bringing me back..."

"Lixi adjusted pretty quickly...but..."

"Goo~"

Yue walked to a street lamp and stopped. She could vaguely hear three "thump-thump-thump" sounds coming from somewhere.

"I don't think I ate anything tonight... I'm getting a little hungry..."

She muttered to herself, "I should go find somewhere to eat..."

Yue walked along the street for a while and saw a small restaurant not far ahead. The restaurant was warm and softly lit, and through the windows, she could see customers enjoying their dinner, creating a cozy and comfortable atmosphere.

She quickened her pace, walked to the restaurant entrance, and the moment she pushed open the door, a rich aroma of food wafted out.

The air was filled with the aromas of various delicacies—fried, stewed, and roasted—mixed together, whetting the appetite. The noise from inside the restaurant also reached her ears.

As Yue walked in, the restaurant owner quickly came over to greet her with a smile and said warmly, "Welcome, please make yourself at home."

She glanced around. At one table near the door, a family was enjoying a sumptuous dinner, the laughter of children mingling with the conversation of parents. At another table, two friends were having a lively discussion about the latest news, their glasses clinking together occasionally.

Finally, my gaze fell on a familiar figure. It was Toyokawa Shoko, who was sitting in the corner of the restaurant, looking down at her phone.

Yue looked at Xiangzi with some surprise, clearly not expecting to meet her here.

Today, Xiangzi was wearing a simple white dress, with her light blue hair draped over her shoulders, looking elegant and quiet, but for some reason, there was a hint of weariness in her eyes.

Yue hesitated for a moment, then finally decided to go up and say hello. She walked to Xiangzi's table and said softly, "Xiangzi, it's been a long time."

Xiangzi looked up and saw Yue standing in front of her. A hint of surprise flashed in her eyes. "Yue?"

When the performance begins: Chapter 130 Xiangzi's current situation

"I never expected to see you here today, Xiangzi."

The moon's voice carried a hint of surprise and joy.

Xiangzi looked up at Yue, a warm smile on her face. Her eyes held a hint of joy and surprise, and her voice was soft and warm: "Yes, I didn't expect to see you today by such a coincidence."

Xiangzi gently put down her phone, her eyes sparkling with friendliness. A sweet smile curved her lips, warm and genuine, like moonlight shining into the heart of the moon.

Toyokawa Shoko's tone carried a hint of invitation and expectation, her gaze gentle and sincere. She lightly tapped the table, gesturing for Yue to sit down.

It was rare to see Toyokawa Shoko with such a smile, and Yue probably understood why Takamatsu Akari, Nagasaki Motoyo, and the rest of Crychic were attracted to Toyokawa Shoko back then.

Looking at Xiangzi's smile, Yue nodded and sat down next to him. "Of course, I also have some things I'd like to talk to you about, Xiangzi."

She adjusted her chair, sitting a little closer to Xiangzi. The two sat facing each other, the atmosphere warm and pleasant.

The restaurant was still filled with a lively and warm atmosphere. The laughter of children, the chatter of customers, and the greetings of waiters mingled together, creating a bustling scene. The tables were laden with delicious food, and the air was filled with a rich aroma of dishes.

Yue felt it was too much of a coincidence to meet Xiangzi here today, because she hadn't come to this restaurant with any purpose; she had simply wandered around aimlessly and ended up here.

In a way, wouldn't this be considered a kind of fate?

Xiangzi looked better than before, her eyes sparkling with anticipation and joy. She gently brushed a strand of hair behind her ear, the movement elegant and natural.

"How have you been lately?" Xiangzi asked with concern, gazing tenderly at the moon.

Upon hearing Xiangzi's question, Yue's face revealed a complex emotion. She lowered her head slightly, her eyes showing a hint of weariness and helplessness. Her fingers lightly traced patterns on the table, as if she were pondering how to begin.

"Well... a lot has happened lately, and it's hard to see how things are going in a positive direction." Yue's voice carried a hint of helplessness and heaviness. She sighed softly, a trace of worry flashing in her eyes.

Looking at Yue, Xiangzi asked with some confusion, "Wasn't your performance quite successful? What happened?"

Upon hearing Xiangzi's question, a complex emotion flashed in Yue's eyes. She lowered her head, sighed softly, and said in a heavy, helpless voice, "Although the performance was successful, some unexpected things happened afterwards..."

Yue's fingers gently caressed the chopsticks she had casually picked up, a hint of weariness in her eyes. Her voice was low as she thought about what had just happened.

“Nagasaki Motoyo… her condition has been very unstable lately,” Yue said softly, her voice tinged with worry and helplessness. “Her obsession with Crychic runs too deep, even…”

Realizing she shouldn't reveal the audition, Yue took back what she was about to say. A flicker of unease crossed her eyes, and her tone became even more cautious.

"In short, Su Shi is still thinking about reorganizing Crychic..." Yue's voice was full of helplessness and worry. Her fingers gently gripped the chopsticks, as if she was trying to control her emotions.

Upon hearing Yue's words, Xiangzi's warm smile vanished instantly, and even his voice turned icy. "Really? Is Su Shi still mourning Crychic?"

When she heard Crychic's name again, her eyes sharpened, revealing a hint of barely perceptible anger and helplessness. Her hands unconsciously clenched into fists, her knuckles turning slightly white. She lowered her head, her brows furrowed, as if deep in thought.

“I had considered whether to explain these things to Motoyo Nagasaki, but…”

Xiangzi thought about the time she and Chuhua were photographed on the street. According to Ms. Sakura Sakura, it was easier to handle this since their faces weren't clearly captured. However, she needed to be more careful not to cause any disturbances in the future.

Her brows furrowed, a hint of helplessness in her voice: "I have a feeling that if I really go to meet Su Shi, it might cause some more trouble..."

Yue noticed the change in Xiangzi's expression and said with a hint of apology, "I'm sorry, Xiangzi, I shouldn't have told you these things."

Her gaze was gentle and concerned, trying to ease the atmosphere: "Shall we talk about your recent situation again? You should have already agreed to Sakura-nee's request?"

When Xiangzi heard Yue's question, she nodded slightly, and the expression on her face softened a little: "Yes, I have indeed agreed to join that band with Sakura-nee. There have been quite a few things going on lately, but thankfully with the support of Hatsuka and Sakura-nee, things are getting back on track."

Yue rested her hands on her face, looking at Xiangzi with curiosity, her voice filled with expectation and concern: "Really? Then may I ask who else is in this Ave_Mujica group?"

When Xiangzi heard Yue's question, he paused for a moment, thought for a while, and then nodded.

She adjusted her posture, leaning slightly forward to get closer to Yue. Her breath brushed gently against Yue's ear, her voice soft and gentle: "Although I don't think I should say this under these circumstances, it shouldn't be a problem if I tell Yue."

Xiangzi's face was very close to Yue's, and his warm breath gently brushed against Yue's skin, making Yue feel a slight tingling sensation. Yue could smell the faint fragrance on Xiangzi's body, mixed with the aroma of the food in the restaurant, which made her heart flutter slightly.

Their faces were almost touching, and Yue could even feel the slight warmth on Xiangzi's cheek.

A blush instantly spread across Yue's cheeks, and her heart skipped a beat. A hint of nervousness and shyness flickered in her eyes, and her hands unconsciously tightened their grip on the chopsticks on the table. She swallowed hard, trying to keep her voice normal: "Yes, I know all this, I'll keep it a secret."

A hint of nervousness and shyness flashed in Yue's eyes. She dared not look directly at Xiangzi, instead lowering her head slightly to look at the table.

Seeing Yue's reaction, Xiangzi also sensed the closeness between them, and a faint blush appeared on her face. She blinked gently, her eyes filled with shyness and nervousness. She turned her head slightly, avoiding direct eye contact with Yue's face.

When the Stage Begins: Chapter 131 The Moon Gradually Approaches the Truth

Yue nodded. "Hmm, I see."

Just now, Xiangzi told Yue about the entire composition of Ave_Mujica.

Shoko nervously stroked her long hair, a hint of hesitation in her eyes. Her fingers gently twirled the hem of her clothes as she looked down at Yue: "There's another member whose identity Ms. Sakura has never told me. It seems very mysterious."

As an artist previously under Sakura Sakura's management, Yue naturally knew that the other party was not the type to only say half of what they meant. They were all members of the same team, and there was no reason for her to deliberately conceal the existence of another member.

Tsuki quickly guessed Sakura's intention. "If we think about it this way... is Sakura actually hiding something from me? No... to be more precise, it's that mysterious person doesn't want me to know."

"Did the other party already guess that I would meet Xiangzi and that I would ask about Xiangzi's recent situation? Then the scope that can be narrowed down should be very small, among the people I know who can play musical instruments, and they deliberately concealed their existence from me."

However, Yue searched her memory but couldn't find anything similar. Her brow furrowed slightly, a hint of confusion in her eyes. She tapped her forehead lightly with her fingers, trying to find some clues in her memory.

Yue was surprised that Momoko was in a similar situation, as Momoko had only started learning her instrument this year. However, her talent was simply too extraordinary; in just over six months, she had already reached a level where she could perform on stage.

After thinking it over, she still couldn't figure out the member's true identity, so she had to give up for the time being. She sighed softly, looked up at Toyokawa Shoko in front of her, and smiled again: "Yeah, it's okay. Can I come to the performance?"

A hint of joy flashed in Xiangzi's eyes, and the corners of her mouth turned up slightly, revealing a warm smile: "Of course you can. In fact, I would love for you to come and watch our show, Xiaoyue. Once our show is arranged, I will reserve a ticket for you."

Yue looked at Xiangzi with a playful expression, "Then I'll be looking forward to your performance, Xiangzi~"

———————The girl is eating———————

After a simple dinner, the two said their goodbyes and went their separate ways.