At 3 a.m., the landmines in front of the station

I couldn't resist asking, "Why are you asking? What's the pity?"

"nothing."

Yuan Xiao said, "I'm planning to form an ACG band made up entirely of landmine-type members. I really like your looks and temperament, that's all."

But since you haven't learned a musical instrument, then forget it. I'll find someone else.

She waved to the girl with her back to her, then turned away without looking back, seemingly having lost all interest.

"what……"

Very strange,

A feeling of rejection washed over me.

This isn't even my area of ​​expertise...

Why do I feel so frustrated...?

She watched Yuan Xiao's retreating figure, thinking to herself:

I started learning to draw when I was little. Although I don't have much talent, I can't say I've wasted my time...

[I finally met someone with similar interests I could talk to, but why do I feel so powerless, as if my skills have been rejected and I've been rejected as a whole...?]

Even if she didn't ask.

-

Thinking of this,

An Qing frowned.

"Wait a moment."

He called out to the girl wearing a glutinous rice bunny ear jacket.

Calmly inquire:

What level of skill do you need in your team members?

Further exploration,

I want to know.

"Oh?"

Yuan Xiao turned around in surprise, glancing at her sideways as if she thought Yuan Xiao wouldn't be interested, and explained:

"It doesn't need to be very high. After all, I haven't been learning piano for very long. I just need someone I can play with long-term, someone who shares my interests. But it's pointless to tell you all this, since you won't be happy anyway..."

Suddenly,

An Qing interrupted her.

When I was a child, people said I sang very well.

……

……

Chapter 17 A Perfect Match

Yuan Xiao arrested An Qing.

Even generously donating money,

He personally paid for the invitation.

"Let's go get some milk tea."

An Qing was inexplicably dragged to a milk tea shop on the other side of the residential area.

Sitting in the row by the window,

The awkward small talk just started.

"Let me tell you, I originally wanted to be the lead singer myself."

“My idol is Sayuri, and I’ve always wanted to be someone who shines like her.”

"But considering that playing and singing on the electric guitar is troublesome, and my singing is just average, I think it would be best to have a solo lead singer who can sing ACG songs."

"I knew as soon as you opened your mouth that not only are you sweet-looking, but your voice is also very much like a strawberry cream cake. You could definitely be a vocalist."

Yuan Xiao hasn't told her his name yet, but he has already accepted An Qing as a close friend, skipping the process of "getting to know, understanding, getting to know each other, and becoming acquainted," and doesn't treat her as an outsider at all.

She sipped her milk tea with a smile and chewed on the coconut jelly inside.

Using the afternoon sunlight streaming through the window, I looked up and down at the girl across the way.

The more I look at it, the happier I become.

"..."

An Qing felt uneasy under her gaze.

"No ..."

"Are you serious...?"

An Qing muttered to herself.

I just got carried away and boasted to her, and she actually took it seriously and even dragged me out to discuss our "future plans"?

Is this reasonable?

An Qing was somewhat confused.

"Of course! I said I'd start a band, and I mean it. What, you're not trying to say you were just joking with me, are you?"

Yuan Xiao has a straightforward personality and completely disdains beating around the bush; she gets straight to the point.

He stated frankly:

"Sorry, it's too late to back out now. You're on my radar. I'll be following you, watching you endlessly, until you agree. Do you understand what I mean?"

"…………"

【bad.】

An Qing's heart skipped a beat.

Regret was written all over her little face.

Subconsciously glancing at Yuan Xiao's arm to confirm that she didn't have any strange injuries,

He secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

"Don't be afraid of me, I don't eat people. But you'd better not betray me, and don't look down on me for being bad at the game, because I will try my best. I will bring you to the stage to perform, and we will get better together. We definitely will."

"..."

Seeing the child's serious expression, An Qing stopped thinking about how to refuse. Instead, one sentence caught her attention.

—【Get better.】

I don't know why,

After calming down, looking at Yuan Xiao again, it was clear that she wasn't doing well either.

Although she is pretty and cute, with smooth skin and a delicate, flawless face that makes you want to reach out and touch it, however...

She has quite severe dark circles under her eyes and isn't very good at applying makeup.

Despite having a personality flaw, her makeup skills are nowhere near as good as her "fake flaw."

Yes,

Only those who are having a really bad time use the phrase "things will get better" to dream about the future.

Because life right now is a complete mess.

They could only struggle in the mud and water, seeking a glimmer of hope.

"My name is An Qing. Let me make this clear first: I can agree to be your 'prospective teammate' to expand our friendships or go out together, but I can't guarantee I'll have enough time and energy to truly satisfy you. I have my own things to do, and other areas to cultivate in, so I can only..."

"Hmm? What field? Tell me more about it."

Yuan Xiao didn't find it strange; after all, it's normal for everyone to have some other hobbies.

For example, besides playing the piano and singing,

Just the milder ones are the hot-tempered, landmine-like men, especially the kind who give you the cold shoulder and yell at you—

This quirk only started yesterday; it didn't exist before.

"Ah... I have to draw."

"draw?"

"Um... my main profession is illustrator..."

An Qing's voice gradually faded.

"Wow!"

Upon hearing this, Yuan Xiao's eyes lit up, and she became even more interested.

happy said:

"That means you can also design our band's logo, member illustrations, album cover art, and even music videos..."

"Don't be a freeloader! I'm going to strangle you!"

An Qing almost spat out a mouthful of blood, thinking to herself, "Sure enough, wherever I go, I'll be treated like a weakling that's easy to bully and exploited."

"really?"

"?"

"Haha, just kidding! I know you artists take on tons of commissions to make money! As the team leader, I'll pay you! I'll pay you! I'm not short of money!"

Yuan Xiao waved his hand, his smile widening.

I'm more than ten times happier than before.