They all have hidden attributes!

Makoto Takahashi pursed his lips, looking listless: "Bamboo charcoal cuisine sounds awful. Sushi and ramen are everywhere."

"The ramen in Chiba is pretty good, with many different flavors."

"Want to go together tonight?"

"I brought a lunchbox for dinner, I can just heat it up in the microwave and eat it."

"Is there a share for me?"

Maya Uesugi did not answer. Makoto Takahashi turned to face her, clasped his hands together, and then a slightly smug reply was heard.

"of course."

"Shall we go for ramen tomorrow?" he invited.

"It depends on my mood." Uesugi Maya straightened her back.

That being said, tomorrow's performance is scheduled for the evening, so even if there are rehearsals during the day, there will be plenty of time to go out and have fun.

Ding--

With a crisp announcement, the elevator doors slowly opened to both sides.

The two stepped out of the elevator, walked through the corridor, and arrived at the suite door. Uesugi Maya took out a key card from her pocket and swiped it to open the door.

Makoto Takahashi followed her into the room. A refreshing breeze swept past them. In the spacious living room, the girls, still in their performance costumes, were in various poses.

Hanakawa Kaori lay on the sofa looking at her phone screen, her slender, white legs raised and swaying back and forth.

Reiko Kashima sat on the sofa opposite her across the coffee table, holding a tablet computer in her hands, watching a movie intently.

Junko Shiraishi stood on the balcony gazing at the sea. Hearing the door open, she turned around gracefully.

Uesugi Maya walked over to the three of them, picked up a bottle of mineral water from the coffee table, unscrewed it, and took a small sip.

A refreshing summer breeze blew in from the open balcony, lifting the white gauze curtains. The bright sunlight greedily caressed the girls' black hair, and their performance costumes, as white as clouds in a clear sky, melted into the blue and white wind, blowing into their hearts from their chests.

Takahashi Seiichi's gaze froze as a system panel popped up in front of him.

[Received a new assistance card]

[Friend: NiceFold]

[Band: When an assist card is loaded and the band's attributes are boosted, random members receive the same attribute boost.]

[Hidden Attribute: Not Yet Unlocked]

Unfortunately, Tatsumi Yuki wasn't in the band, and Nekoya Hina didn't participate in this trip because of the badminton club.

Is the current assistance in securing the space still insufficient?

Next month's assessment might be able to elevate [Greed] to the top level.

Makoto Takahashi snapped out of his daze, shut down the system, and then noticed that Hanakawa Kaori had somehow appeared in front of him, holding up her phone with both hands.

"Brother, do you want to try it again tomorrow night? This will become your signature move!"

"what?"

Makoto Takahashi took the phone and looked at the screen, which was the online discussion forum for this music festival. NiceFold was currently the most popular topic.

Everywhere you look, there are positive reviews.

[The strongest band of their time!]

[Even though Takahashi-kun looks down on me, I'll still keep sending love letters XD]

[So cool, meow! As a fellow bassist, seeing the middle finger makes me completely unafraid to get angry, meow!]

I declare that NiceFold is the best band of this generation.

In addition to commenting on the music and stage effects, some people also actively popularized science.

[I'm just a nobody in the Tsurumizawa Art Club. Regarding Takahashi-kun, he's not only the lyricist and composer for NiceFold, but also has the following achievements: top 100 in the national mock exams, champion of the National Archery Tournament, and the highest gold medal at the Japan Youth Art Exhibition.]

[I've decided, I'll apply to Tsurumizawa University next year!]

[Takahashi-kun is not only incredibly talented, but also has a great personality~ Badminton Club~]

[Huh? I heard from my friends in the Tsurumizawa brass band that Takahashi-kun is a scumbag...]

[Bassist, artist, sports club member, handsome, academically excellent—each of these sounds like a complicated romantic history. If you combine all five... I'll work hard!]

[Stop daydreaming, upstairs. Tsurumizawa has confirmed with the student council that Takahashi-kun is dating a certain rich girl.]

[ha?]

[sorrow——]

[sorrow——]

[It's really kind of you, Mr. Takahashi, to write a song for us and even come on stage in person!]

[Long live NiceFold!]

[As a band from the same era, I only felt despair.]

[Same as above, we haven't passed the LiveHouse assessment yet...]

......

I felt extremely satisfied after reading the comments.

Because one person stole the spotlight, apart from the quality of the song and the live performance, everyone else received almost no attention. Is it still an era that judges people by their looks?

Makoto Takahashi nodded thoughtfully, handed the phone back to Kaori Hanakawa, and casually patted her head.

"The response has been pretty good, but I don't know if the new song tomorrow night will be able to further expand the market."

"This is exactly the topic I'm going to discuss in the meeting."

Maya Uesugi clapped her hands lightly, attracting everyone's attention. Her caramel-colored eyes swept over the group with a serious gaze, and her pink lips moistened as if she wanted to say something but hesitated.

"Please have a seat."

She sat down on the sofa next to Kashima Reiko, and waited for Hanakawa Kaori and Shiraishi Junka to sit down opposite her, sandwiching Takahashi Makoto between them, before solemnly clearing her throat.

"Before we begin the discussion, I want to announce the new rules for the Light Music Club. These rules were jointly formulated by me and Kashima, and any objections are welcome."

"First, within the Light Music Club, unhealthy male-female relationships are prohibited, especially the despicable act of pinching the back of the neck."

As she spoke, Uesugi Maya glared at her with a murderous look.

Makoto Takahashi was suddenly called out, but he didn't care because he had keenly noticed the key information: "[within the Light Music Club]".

"Secondly, members of the Light Music Club must respect each other."

"Third, regarding unhealthy interpersonal behaviors, including but not limited to the following: kissing, holding hands, unnecessary hugging, any kind of intimate contact without reason..."

Fourth, penalty clauses.

......

"Ninth, and lastly, after school starts, we'll set aside one day each week when everyone has time for a group activity."

It didn't seem like anything to worry about, and even Shiraishi Junko didn't react at all. On the other side, Hanakawa Kaori was completely confused, seemingly unable to understand who these regulations were targeting.

Makoto Takahashi was completely unconcerned about Maya Uesugi and Reiko Kashima's targeting, since he had a girlfriend and a lounge next to the student council office.

After explaining the "New Rules of the Light Music Club," Maya Uesugi crossed her hands, which were folded at her waist, exchanged a glance with Reiko Kashima, and then looked at the three people opposite her with an honest gaze.

"There's something I'd like to hear your opinions on."

After arguing with Reiko Kashima, she reflected on herself and began to learn to respect the other band members. In Makoto Takahashi's view, this was Maya Uesugi's biggest gain after forming the band.

She herself would probably be happy to be able to mend the rift caused by her childhood trauma.

"Regarding NiceFold, should we discontinue the activity?"

As Maya Uesugi's steady voice rang out, Hanakawa Kaori immediately stood up from the sofa, her bright purple eyes fixed on her with a puzzled look, and asked loudly:

"Why, Uesugi-san? The band is doing well, everyone loves our songs, and we're making money. A national tour in the future won't be a problem."

"Sit down," Uesugi Maya gestured with her eyes.

After Hanakawa Kaori returned to her seat, she saw that Takahashi Makoto was just quietly watching her without saying a word. She calmly explained:

"If I want to continue playing in a band seriously, it will be very tiring in the future."

"No matter what the goal is, the effort required will increase, there will be no more time to play around, and it will not just be hard work."

Maya Uesugi paused briefly, twirling a strand of her black hair with her fingers, adopting a serious and responsible attitude.

"I don't know what you expect from the band's future, but summer vacation is coming to an end soon, and a limited break from activities is good for everyone."

Summer vacation is coming to an end, and Tsurumizawa will start school in September.

If they only use their club activity time to play in a band, holding small-scale live performances is certainly no problem, but given NiceFold's current reputation, it's impossible for them to lower themselves to perform in a LiveHouse with a group.

Special performances and music festivals require a lot of time and energy to prepare, which can affect studies and even a stable life.

"I understand what Maya means."

Makoto Takahashi grabbed Hanakawa Kaori's hand to comfort her, and said firmly, "Actually, none of us are short of money, and we all have things we want to do."

With his approval, Uesugi Maya felt relieved: "That's right, I want to write a new book."

“I cannot abandon my job.” Kashima Reiko was utterly loyal to Rita Miyuki.

"Then, what about the band?"

Hanakawa Kaori gripped Takahashi Makoto's hand tightly, a bitter syllable escaping her throat: "This summer, I'm very happy, I don't want to disband."

"It's not a disbandment, it's just a temporary suspension of activities."

Uesugi Maya gazed into her watery eyes and patiently explained calmly, "My plan is to record and film a new song during club activities, release it only online, and then go directly to the Budokan once I've gained enough popularity."

This is the best option, as it won't affect everyone's lives and will ensure the existence of the Light Music Club. Ultimately, it's just a matter of stopping commercial activities.

"I will participate in the cultural festival in September as usual," Kashima Reiko added.

What does Chun Ke think?

Hanakawa Kaori cast an expectant glance at Shiraishi Junka, but before the latter could speak, Takahashi Makoto had already pinched Hanakawa Kaori's youthful and delicate cheek with his fingers:

"Junke is a third-year student. Regardless of what her future holds after graduation, the second half of the year will be crucial."

He could understand Hanakawa Kaori's feelings. Everyone else had their own things to do, but she had nothing to do and nothing but NiceFold.