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

She even thought of a Chinese character joke: "Maybe... a few years later, one of these stars will be called String Heart (star)."

Yue sat beside Misaki, also gazing up at the beautiful starry sky. Her gaze wandered across the stars, a sense of peace and contentment on her face.

"Looking at these stars at night can make you forget a lot of your troubles," Yue said with a touch of tenderness and wistfulness in her voice.

Upon hearing Yue's words, Misaki subconsciously thought of her lead singer and smiled involuntarily, saying, "Yue, please don't say that to Kokoro, or she'll come and ask you why you're unhappy."

"Shin-senpai Tsurumaki?" Upon hearing Misaki's words, Tsuki's image of Shin Tsurumaki appeared in her mind. Her brows furrowed slightly, and a trace of recollection and contemplation flashed in her eyes.

She had a general understanding of the urban legends surrounding Hanasakigawa Girls' Academy that Riki had mentioned before. She knew about the otherworldly senior, Tsurumaki Kokoro, who was known as the Flower Girl.

She was both surprised and curious about the senior's extraordinary deeds and legends, especially her extremely wealthy background, which impressed her greatly.

Yue sighed softly, a complex expression on her face. She couldn't help but wonder what kind of family could afford to own a private cruise ship for live performances.

Misaki nodded, her eyes sparkling with warmth, and continued, "Yes, when Kokoro sees someone looking unhappy, she wants to go up and help them smile." Her voice was gentle and appreciative, as if she were telling a heartwarming story.

Yue's gaze shifted to Misaki, a hint of curiosity and anticipation on her face. A touch of doubt lingered in her eyes, as if she were asking for more information about Kokoro.

"If you showed that same expression to Shin, Shin would definitely make you smile," Misaki said with a smile. Tsuki even felt a hint of doting in Misaki's words.

Yue held her head in her hands, looked at the starry sky, and sighed softly, "Eh~ Is that so? Then I really want to meet Senior Xianjuanxin and see if she can help me solve my troubles."

Misaki felt a little puzzled. "Xiaoyue, is there a problem with your band? Although I didn't go to see your performance last time, the video of your performance was quite popular online. Your performance was very exciting and there was nothing wrong with it."

Yue waved her hand, a helpless smile on her face, and said, "Ah... it's not a problem with the performance anymore, it's more about the conflicts between the members. I really wish we could have the same team atmosphere as Hello Happy World."

Hearing this, Misaki couldn't help but laugh and shake her head. "Haha... Is this the kind of band atmosphere we have? I think... Xiaoyue, you'd better not take this as a reference."

Misaki recalled the usual routine of her band's performances, sighed softly, and gave a wry smile.

First, Kokoro says some incomprehensible things, and Ikumi usually has to spend a lot of brain cells to understand and translate them. Then, Ikumi, who doesn't understand at all, says some strange things along with Kokoro. After Kaoru says "dream," Kanon should say "Eh—" to indicate that she didn't understand. Finally, the performance plan is finalized.

Although she did most of the refinement work in the back, it also shows that... the team's internal procedures for "Hello Happy World" are completely worthless.

Some audience members even remarked after watching their band's performance that Hello Happy World seemed to have a different style from other girl bands, as if they were from different worldviews.

Many viewers commented that their performance seemed more like a stage play, and they even received invitations to stage play competitions. Fortunately, even Shin didn't carelessly let them actually perform in a stage play, although Kaoru seemed a little disappointed at the time.

Looking at Misaki's helpless expression, Tsuki nodded slightly, her eyes revealing a hint of understanding. "It seems... every band has its own unique troubles."

Hearing Yue's words, Misaki sighed again, letting out a long breath as if releasing all her worries. Her gaze softened once more, and a warm smile appeared on her face. "Even so... it was really fun performing with Kokoro and the others, making everyone smile."

"Are you happy? They do seem to be very happy?" Yue recalled the night of the performance. Faced with the complete success of the performance, they all had happy expressions on their faces, except for Su Shi and Xiang Zi.

Misaki continued, "To put it bluntly, if you're unhappy, why not try putting on a live show? That will cheer you up."

"How about organizing a live performance? That sounds like a good idea?" Yue silently considered the possibility of Misaki's suggestion.

"While it's true that we can hold a live performance without a bass, this problem won't be solved if Suze doesn't come back to participate... We can't expect her to come back on her own just because she hears our songs, can we?"

Seeing Yue's thoughtful expression, Misaki smiled gently, then stood up and put Michelle's hood back on. Her movements were slightly clumsy, but her eyes were full of determination and warmth. "Yue, sometimes you don't need to think too much, you just need to do it. When you really decide to do it, you'll do your best to achieve it."

Looking at Misaki's face hidden by the hood, a complex emotion flashed in Yue's eyes. She sighed softly, a helpless smile playing on her lips, "I have a feeling... Misaki-senpai, you seem to be talking about some of your tragic experiences?"

Michelle's body visibly stiffened. Misaki recalled the time she jumped from a great height and almost failed to complete the long string of instructions during a performance that caused her and her heart to fall into the sea.

"But... thank you anyway, Michelle!" Yue said, looking at Michelle's somewhat clumsy figure in front of her.

Misaki nodded, raised the balloon in her hand, and shook it gently, as if cheering for Yue.

Her movements were clumsy yet adorable, possessing a power that made you want to smile.

"Xiaoyue, you must have a happy, lucky smile!" Misaki's voice came through the hood, carrying a touch of warmth and encouragement.

The chapter title is actually "Happy Lucky Smile Yeah," but it seems too long for CWM to upload.

When the Stage Begins: Chapter 134 Let's Exchange for Su Shi with a Girls' Band

The next morning, sunlight streamed through the windows of Class 1-A at Haneoka Girls' Academy, filling the classroom with the tranquility of early morning. Chihaya Aine lay listlessly on her desk, her face pressed against the cool surface, her eyes revealing weariness and dejection.

"In the end, I still didn't accomplish anything after going to the Su family..." she muttered softly, her voice tinged with helplessness and disappointment.

Sitting in front of her, Takamatsu Akari was writing something in her notebook, the pen scratching across the paper as she recorded her thoughts. Hearing Aine's words behind her, she paused slightly and looked up. A hint of concern and doubt flashed in her gentle eyes as she slowly turned to look at Aine.

Just as Xiaodeng was about to speak, Yue pushed open the classroom door and quickly walked to Aiyin and Xiaodeng's side.

Yue hurried into the classroom, her footsteps echoing clearly in the quiet space. Her eyes gleamed with determination and excitement, and a radiant smile graced her face, as if she had made an important decision.

She walked straight to Ai-yin and Deng's side, slightly out of breath, clearly having run all the way there.

"Aion! Light! Let's hold a live performance!" Her voice was filled with undisguised excitement and determination.

Aine and Lamp both looked up at the same time, staring at the moon in surprise. Aine's eyes showed a hint of confusion and astonishment; she widened her eyes slightly, as if she couldn't believe what she was hearing.

Aine and Lamp both looked up at the same time, staring at Light in surprise. Aine's eyes showed a hint of confusion and astonishment; she widened her eyes slightly, as if she couldn't believe what she was hearing. "Light, what did you say?" Aine's voice was tinged with confusion and uncertainty; her brows furrowed slightly, and her eyes were filled with doubt.

"Yue... Su Shi hasn't returned yet..." Xiao Deng tugged at Yue's clothes and whispered a reminder.

“I know.” Yue took a deep breath and then said, “Since we are a band, the best way is to solve the problem with our music. Since words can no longer reach Su Shi’s ears, why not try singing!”

"Should we use Live?" Ai Yin lowered her head slightly, her gaze fixed on the table, considering the possibility of Yue's suggestion. She had actually overheard some of the conversation between Li Xi and Su Shi yesterday, and she could roughly guess why Yue and Li Xi returned to Su Shi's house later.

But if even that magical underground stage couldn't break through Su Shi's heart barrier, can they really do it with just their live performance?

"Moon... Is this really going to work?" Aine asked softly, her voice tinged with uncertainty and worry.

Xiao Deng gently grasped Ai Yin's hand, the warmth of her touch spreading to her palm. Ai Yin felt the warmth of Xiao Deng's hand and her heart skipped a beat. She turned her head and saw Xiao Deng's slightly trembling, rosy-red eyes.

"Aiyin, I want to give it a try. All I can do is sing. I want to convey my words to Su Shi's heart." Xiaodeng's voice trembled slightly, but it was full of determination and hope. Her eyes shone with a moving light, as if conveying her inner resolve.

Aine's gaze darted between her two friends, and finally she took a deep breath and nodded slightly, "Okay, okay, let's hold a live performance!"

Seeing that Aine had agreed to hold a live performance, Kodama's face instantly lit up with joy. Her eyes sparkled with happiness, and a bright smile appeared on her lips. "I will... prepare new lyrics."

Just as Kodama and Aine were about to start discussing the Live plan, Hinasaki quietly raised her hand, a slightly embarrassed expression on her face, "Um... actually, I haven't told Riki and Rakuna about this yet."

Upon hearing this, Ai Yin's eyes widened suddenly, her mouth gaped open, and she let out a "Huh—?" Her face was full of surprise and disbelief, with a hint of helplessness and confusion flashing in her eyes.

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At the Live House Ring, which hasn't been around for a long time, Li hope wasn't scheduled to perform today. Instead, Yue, Aine, and Xiaodeng sat inside waiting for Li hope's arrival.

"Sorry to keep you waiting..." Li hope's voice came from the doorway. She arrived late with Le Nai. Li Xi had a hint of apology on her face and was breathing a little rapidly, obviously having run all the way here.

Yue looked up and saw Lixi and Lena walking in together. There were still a few leaves on Lena's clothes. She couldn't help but recall the scene when she and Lixi saw Lena sleeping in the tree last time, and a sense of helplessness and curiosity welled up in her heart.

"Lixi...where did you find Lena-chan? It wasn't in a tree again, was it?" Yue's voice carried a hint of doubt and teasing as her gaze lingered on Lena.

Upon hearing Yue's words, Li hope's face showed obvious annoyance. She asked Le Nai, "Didn't I already send you a message before? Why didn't you reply to me? I had to look for you all over the Flower Girls."

Despite Li Xi's angry expression, Le Nai showed no fear whatsoever. She lowered her head slightly, a hint of drowsiness on her face, her eyes half-open, as if she weren't fully awake. Her movements were languid and casual, as if Li hope's reprimands were merely passing by.

Lena even stretched out her hand and said to Lixi, "Matcha Parfait!"

"Huh???" Lixi stared at Lena in astonishment, her brows furrowing even more, clearly not expecting this response. A hint of confusion and helplessness flickered in her eyes, as if this "stray cat" in front of her hadn't listened to a word she said.

Lena tilted her head, a hint of innocence in her eyes, but a mischievous smile appeared on her lips. "Lixi said he'd give me a matcha parfait if I came!"

Lixi's expression froze. She sighed helplessly and let her hand fall limply to her side. "Okay, okay, I promise you."

She said to Kasumi Toyama, who was watching the situation from behind the bar, "Kasumi-senpai, could you please give Rakuna a matcha parfait?"

"okay!"

Yue chuckled softly, her voice carrying a hint of teasing about Li hope's current situation, "Li hope, you really can't do anything with Le Nai."

Aine couldn't help but chuckle, "Rakuna-chan, be more careful next time, don't make Rikki worry again."

Lena nodded slightly, engrossed in her battle with the matcha parfait that Kasumi Toyama had just brought over, while also nodding, "Yes, I'll be careful."

When the Stage Opens: Chapter 135 Return to Shengxiang (Part 1)

After listening to Yue and the others' plan, Li hope frowned, her eyes flashing with uncertainty and worry.

Her gaze shifted between the moon, the sound of love, and the little lamp, trying to find someone who shared her feelings about this.

"So... should we try to bring Su Shi back with the new Live?" Li hope's voice was hesitant and uncertain, her tone somewhat apprehensive, and her eyes revealed a hint of doubt, as if questioning the feasibility of the plan.

Yue nodded gently. "Yes, this was the suggestion that Misaki-senpai from hhw gave me yesterday. Since there are no other ways to bring Su Shi back, why not go back to the basics and try communicating with Su Shi through the band?"

Lixi frowned slightly, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes. She sighed softly, her eyes revealing complex emotions, "Why does this sound so unreliable..." Her voice carried a trace of helplessness and confusion.

Seeing Li hope's hesitant gaze, Gao Songdeng placed his hand on his chest and said to Li Xi with a firm look in his eyes, "Li hope... I want to try... All I can do is sing."

Looking into Gao Songdeng's eyes, Li hope was deeply moved, and the hesitant expression on her face instantly turned firm.

“As long as Xiaodeng writes the lyrics well, I can write the music that very night.” Lixi’s voice was filled with determination and confidence.

Seeing Riki's dramatic change in expression, Aine couldn't help but chuckle. A mischievous smile played on her lips. "Aww... Riki's changed so much..."

"Stop nagging... Aiyin, instead of wasting your time talking about me here, you should go practice your guitar. You're the one who needs to practice the most here." Although Lixi's words were full of scolding, her blushing face made her look particularly cute, and her voice carried a hint of barely perceptible shyness.

Aine knew, of course, that Riki didn't actually mean to be mean to her, but she still put on a pitiful expression. She pouted slightly, a hint of grievance in her eyes, and an innocent look on her face. She gently took the arms of Takamatsu Akari and Hinasaki Tsuki beside her, her voice carrying a hint of coquetry, "Akari, Tsuki, look, Riki is being mean to me again."

Hinasaki seemed somewhat dismissive of Aine's coquettishness. A slight, helpless smile played on her lips. "Alright, alright, Ritsuki, stop being so mean to Aine."

Lenai, who was standing to the side, raised her head slightly, blinked, and looked at the commotion.

However, Lena's attention was quickly drawn back to the matcha parfait in front of her, and she continued to fight the evil matcha parfait with her spoon.

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Although everyone has decided to try doing a new live performance, there are currently no lyrics or sheet music. Even if they want to play previous songs, they may need to adjust some of the sheet music because the bassist is not here.

So today, Lixi simply told everyone to go back and practice before taking Xiaodeng home with him. As they were leaving, Yue overheard Xiaodeng asking if she could go to Lixi's house to write lyrics, as if she planned to do the lyrics and compose the music at the same time.

After hearing Xiaodeng's words, Lena, who had just finished eating her parfait, had an interesting glint in her heterochromatic eyes.

“Interesting!” Lena said softly, following Lixi out of the Ring.

Yue watched Lixi, Xiaodeng, and Lena leave, silently thinking, "I'm afraid... Lixi's house will be quite lively then, but it doesn't matter since it's not my house." Her gaze lingered on the classroom door for a moment, then she sighed softly, a faint smile appearing on her face.

As for why Hinasaki, who had been traveling the same way as them, didn't follow, it was because she had some things to do after receiving some information from Yurisaki Aoi yesterday.

That's because she received some information from Yuri Saki yesterday and still has some things to do.

Chihaya Aine stood at the door, gently waving goodbye to Tsuki with a bright smile on her face. "Then, Tsuki, I'm leaving too~" Her voice was light and expectant, and her eyes sparkled with excitement.

According to Aine, she heard that the members of Pastel*Palettes recently appeared in the shopping district to film a program, and she wanted to try her luck there.

Yue smiled slightly, raised her hand and waved gently, saying, "Okay, see you tomorrow, Aine."

After seeing the rest of the band off, Yue muttered to herself, "Alright... it's about time I went to do my own thing."