Gravity Girl Shining

Miao Meng sat on the sofa, her fingers unconsciously curling the ends of her hair, but her eyes involuntarily fell on Xiangzi, and she sighed inwardly. To be honest, she had a feeling that Toyokawa Xiangzi valued this worldview more than the so-called band, or perhaps it was because she had a talent for music that she expressed this worldview through music.

As expected of a middle school lady!

"Oh right, if that's the case, the stage play and the music are based on this worldview, and the lyrics..."

"Yes, lyrics are also an important part of AveMujica's worldview."

Toyokawa Shoko sat down again, regaining her usual elegance.

"As for music creation, I will be in charge of the composition. We have already completed the first song, and we are currently working on five more. Chuhua, you have experience writing lyrics for Sumimi, so I would like to hand the lyrics over to you. Is that okay?"

Sanjiao Chuhua was stunned for a moment, then smiled with joy.

"Of course, no problem! Since Xiangzi can trust me, I will of course do my best to write lyrics that fit in with AveMujica's worldview."

"Great, I hope to finish the lyrics for the first song within a week."

Toyokawa Shoko's smile quickly faded.

"I can create the script, find a stage, communicate with the staff, and handle all the operational activities by myself. All you need to do is practice. Both the stage play and the band require a lot of practice. Everything about the band will be kept secret for the time being. At least we won't perform publicly until I think we are ready to face the audience."

“The practice location is at my house.”

Wakaba Mutsu held his guitar and said the first sentence after introducing himself.

“The basement is an audio-visual room with good sound insulation.”

"Really? That's amazing, Mutsuko! I'll be bothering you more often from now on."

For Miao Meng, this was really an unexpected surprise. She originally thought it was a pity that she couldn't see Mori Minami today, but she didn't expect that she had a reasonable excuse to stay at Wakaba Mutsu's house every day.

No matter what, Yutenji Wakami made up his mind to come here every day, hoping that one day he would be able to hold onto the thigh of Mori Minami.

"Will you practice here from now on?"

A hint of panic flashed in Sanjiao Chuhua's eyes, but she hid it well and was not noticed by others.

"Miss Ruoye, wouldn't this be too disturbing? After all, your parents..."

"Hey? You're welcome, Hatsuko. Mutsuko, as the host, has already agreed."

"It's okay, Minami already agreed."

"Mutsuko actually called Minami directly? How cute!"

Sanjiao Chuhua ignored Miao Meng's shouting and just lowered his head tremblingly.

Minami Mori, Wakaba Mu's mother, Toyokawa Shoko's "aunt", is also her...

Sanjiao Chuhua didn't dare face this person, even though she had helped him convince the president to join AveMujica that day. But the more he thought of that smile, the more he thought of those golden eyes, the more fear he felt.

After all, Minami Mori has always known the truth and sins of Sankaku Hatsuka. If it were her, she could easily destroy "Sankaku Hatsuka" in front of Toyokawa Shoko.

"Okay, everyone, be quiet."

Toyokawa Shoko paused, a sharp light flashed in her eyes, and this time her tone became serious.

"The reason I emphasize practice is because I don't want AveMujica to be like other girl bands, starting with small live warm-up performances and growing step by step under the witness of the audience. My goal is to reach a high level in the first performance and directly conquer the fans."

Even Hachiman Kairin, who had remained silent and neutral, couldn't stand it. It was already difficult for a bassist like her to perform on stage, but she could have gritted her teeth and given it a try. But if this was her first performance...

As expected, Toyokawa Shoko's perfectionism would create a host of difficulties. This kind of courage made her admire her, but also made her feel a little pressured. Hachiman Kailing frowned and couldn't help but interrupt.

"But, Fengchuan-san, if we keep rehearsing in secret, how are we going to attract fans before our debut? After all, if the band is new and we don't have a reputation, it's going to be hard to attract attention before LVIE. This is a practical problem that must be solved."

In response, Toyokawa Shoko smiled slightly, as if she had anticipated this question.

"According to my plan, we need to practice our first song first, record a single, and release it for free online to attract fans. This will help us maintain a sense of mystery while also building up popularity ahead of time. Regarding this task..."

"I see, this is my mission. Online publicity..."

Miao Meng's eyes sparkled with excitement. As a skilled online operator, she knew how to leverage social media and video platforms to generate buzz and attention. This was her chance to showcase her skills. However, considering the recent trend of urban legends and mysteries, it was exactly the style of AveMujica that Toyokawa Shoko described.

In fact, because of the two-page script that Shoko Toyokawa gave her in advance, she has been exploring various urban legends recently in order to find matching inspiration.

However, Miao Meng never expected that Toyokawa Shoko would be willing to give her the task of promotion.

So……

A bold plan came to mind.

"Xiangzi, have you heard of ARG?"

"ARG? Never heard of it. What does it mean, Miss Yutenji?"

"Just call me Meow Meng, we are all companions."

Miao Meng stood up, took a pen and paper from the side, and wrote down his general plan.

"Alternate Reality Game, or ARG for short, is a game that uses the real world as a platform and is played in the form of 'transmedia narrative' and 'interactive plot'."

Miao Meng turned the tip of the pen and watched the expressions on the four people's faces change, and couldn't help feeling a sense of control over everything.

That's right, even if the opponent is a genius lady, a popular idol, or a legendary mercenary, Yutenji Wakamu will never admit defeat, nor will she let herself be inferior to them.

"Since the world view of AveMujica is that the audience is a poor person who accidentally walked into a masquerade ball, ARG is a perfect fit for this. Through online media such as websites, social media, emails, and videos, as well as offline media such as newspapers, magazines, telephone calls, and even field trips, the audience is given puzzles. When they solve a puzzle, the answer becomes the clue to the next puzzle, and so on. After each puzzle, the audience is mistakenly drawn into the world of AveMujica."

"Indeed! Meow Dream, this is a great idea!"

It was the first time that Toyokawa Shoko was so excited in front of Miao Meng. She looked at the face in front of her that was very similar to Deng, and she couldn't help but admire him even more. He was indeed a talent that Toyokawa Shoko valued!

"Then please complete a plan as soon as possible in this regard. The specific puzzles should be gradually designed in accordance with the world view."

"Leave it to me! I promise to make AveMujica an internet sensation!"

Miao Meng patted his chest with a smug smile on his face.

"So, regarding funding..."

Yes, ARGs, unlike script-based killing games, require props, actors, and locations, and may seem like a no-cost online business. But the real challenge lies in how to distribute the puzzles, which is essentially a form of publicity cost.

Toyokawa Shoko's smile froze for a moment, but immediately returned to its elegance.

"Of course, I'll provide the funding, but... you need to submit your business plan first. Once we've finalized the plan, I'll allocate funds to you."

"Understood, I promise to finish it within a week, just like Hatsuko's lyrics!"

Hachiman Kailing glanced at Miao Meng and said lightly.

"Don't get too carried away."

"Hey, Haizi, can't you just give me a compliment?"

Miao Meng pouted and pretended to be aggrieved.

Sanjiao Chuhua chuckled.

"Meow Meng is very confident. I believe you can do it well."

"Ah, Hatsuko, that's perfect. The missions we're in charge of are all closely related to the worldview. We should get in touch more often and exchange experiences."

Toyokawa Shoko stood up and said with a smile.

"Now that everyone agrees, let's officially get started. Next, I'll show you our practice location."

Everyone followed Toyokawa Shoko down the hallway until they reached a door leading underground. She expertly pushed it open, revealing a spacious studio with thick soundproofing covering the walls. On one side was a luxurious home theater, while on the other lay a piano and drum set. The drum set was clearly new, likely due to the band's recent acquisition.

"Okay, let's get familiar with the venue and equipment first."

Toyokawa Shoko said with a smile.

"We'll officially start rehearsals next week."

"It's obviously Mutsuko's house, but Xiangzi is leading the way. She and Mutsuko have a really good relationship."

Miao Meng walked at the back of the group, but thanks to her height, she could take in everything in front of her. Besides the silent Wakaba Mutsu, there was another "connection" to help them, Sanjiao Chuhua. Miao Meng walked behind her and could sense her eyes fixed on Toyokawa Shoko.

In other words, the five people in the band are Toyokawa Shoko, her two allies, and the neutral unit Hailing... the ecological niche left for Miao Meng is indeed somewhat unstable.

So... you must make real achievements to highlight the necessity of your existence.

Everything starts with this project proposal. Yutenji Wakamugi has to prove his worth.

Chapter 144: Triangle Chuhua’s sadness.

The crowds outside the planetarium on Monday were much thinner than yesterday. The rainy season sunshine struggled to penetrate the dark clouds, sprinkling pitifully on the ground and bringing a glimmer of light to the puddles.

Sankaku Hatsuka stood outside the planetarium, a look of bewilderment in her eyes. Yesterday was the first meeting and practice session of the five members of AveMujica. The result was undoubtedly a resounding success, raising expectations for the band's future. Sankaku Hatsuka was even happier to be with Toyokawa Shoko, but her trust in her made her feel somewhat bewildered. Lyrics...

During the year of Sumimi, she wrote a lot of lyrics, and in order to cater to the expectations of her fans, she wrote those light, gorgeous and cute idol songs.

But AveMujica doesn't need those. As a metal band, the first song written by Shoko Toyokawa, "AveMujica", which has the same name as the band, is undoubtedly an intense and crazy metal song.

Accustomed to idol-style music, Sanjiao Chuhua didn't know what to do. Inspiration for lyrics hadn't arrived yet. So she hoped to find some inspiration under this familiar starry sky.

However, Sankaku Hatsuka had never expected to run into Uehara Hibiki and Takamatsu Touma at this moment. Lost in her own thoughts, she looked up to see the two men, hand in hand, not far away. Takamatsu Touma's eyes shone with a star-like glint, while Uehara Hibiki, as always, carried that carefree, relaxed air. But the common thread was that both of their faces were filled with happy smiles. Sankaku Hatsuka's heart sank, and she instinctively wanted to turn and run away, but before she could take a step, Uehara Hibiki's voice had already captured her.

"What a coincidence, Chuhua, we actually meet here."

"Chuhua?"

Following Uehara Hibiki's voice, Takamatsu Touma also looked over. When she saw Sankaku Hatsuka, her voice was filled with a hint of surprise. She loosened her hand on Uehara Hibiki out of shyness, but then tightened it again, as if to declare her sovereignty.

"What a coincidence! Are you here to see the stars too?"

Sanjiao Chuhua was stunned for a moment, then immediately forced a smile with the calmness and dignity of a perfect idol.

"Yeah, I came here to get some inspiration. Are you guys... on a date?"

When asking this question, Sanjiao Chuhua's gaze unconsciously swept towards Shangyuan Xiang, and a complex emotion surged in his heart.

After all...in addition to Takamatsu Tomo, Uehara Hibiki also has an emotional entanglement with Toyokawa Shoko.

He is the one who brings happiness to Xiangzi now, but will hurt her in the future.

"Ok!"

Gao Songdeng nodded, his eyes full of love, and he did not hide his happiness at all.

"Xiang brought me to see the stars. He knows I like them."

"Is that so? It's great to have such a gentle and reliable boyfriend."

"Boyfriend! Woohoo... But, it's true, he's a boyfriend."

Although Takamatsu Deng was still very shy, the joy of being recognized suppressed some of her shyness. As a girlfriend, she tried her best to maintain a calm appearance. Moreover, she had always admired Sankaku Hatsuka. As a lead singer, she knew that her level could not compare to Sankaku Hatsuka, but Takamatsu Deng still wanted to become a better version of herself in front of Uehara Hibiki.

"Chuhua, it's almost time to start. Do you want to go in with us, and then when we come out, how about going downstairs for tea? I had a great time chatting with you at the office last time. Whether it's about lyrics or stars, I want to communicate with you more."

"Eh? Aren't you two on a date? Wouldn't it be a good idea for me to join in like this?"

Sanjiao Chuhua never expected that Gao Songdeng would make such a request. She wanted to refuse, but when she saw Deng's eyes full of expectation, her heart softened.

Uehara Hibiki smiled, gently put his arm around Takamatsu Deng's shoulders, and spoke in a relaxed tone.

"It's okay, Chuhua. What's more important is that Deng is willing to take the initiative to communicate with others. Besides, we are friends, so having a cup of tea is only natural."

On one side was Takamatsu Touma, who treated her sincerely, and on the other side was her accomplice, Uehara Hibiki. This two-pronged approach made it impossible for Sankaku Hatsuka to refuse. So she nodded, her voice a little dry, but she still maintained a smile on her face.

"Okay, let's go together then."

……

The three of them walked into the planetarium and began to look for the seat numbers on their tickets. Of course, as a couple, Uehara Hibiki and Takamatsu Touma had purchased seats next to each other, while Mikado Hatsuka was sitting across from them a short distance away. There was no such coincidence that the three of them were sitting next to each other, which made Mikado Hatsuka feel a little relieved.

As the lights in the room gradually dimmed, a brilliant starry sky blossomed from the dome, as if transporting people into a secluded dream world. Sanjiao Chuhua's eyes were drawn to the starry sky. The familiar summer triangle made her forget her inner uneasiness for a moment. At that time, Xiangzi...

However, when thinking of Toyokawa Shoko, Sankaku Hatsuka couldn't help but think of the two people not far away.

Takamatsu Tomo, a former teammate of Toyokawa Shoko, was chosen by Shoko as the first lead singer, ahead of Sankaku Hatsuka. Just as Takamatsu Tomo admired Sankaku Hatsuka, Sankaku Hatsuka also admired Takamatsu Tomo, hoping to occupy a special place in Shoko's heart.

Or maybe it's not admiration, but jealousy.

As for Uehara Hibiki, haha.

At this time, the two most important people to Toyokawa Shoko were dating together.

Thanks to years of training, even in the dark, Sankaku Hatsuka's keen senses could still see. She caught a glimpse of Uehara Hibiki's hand gently sliding across Takamatsu Touma's thigh. The girl shuddered slightly, but she didn't resist. Instead, she shyly reached out to guide Uehara Hibiki. This scene pierced Sankaku Hatsuka's heart like a needle. The face of Toyokawa Shoko emerged in her mind—the proud and strong girl, the girl who claimed to be Takamatsu Touma's soulmate, the girl who secretly lived with Uehara Hibiki.

As Toyokawa Shoko's best friend, Sankaku Hatsuka should have exposed all this, but she chose to remain silent from the beginning and became an accomplice of Uehara Hibiki. This sense of betrayal made her almost unable to breathe, and she once again plunged Toyokawa Shoko into a spiral of misfortune.

So sad.

But also... joyful and intoxicating.