A comic book, but a librarian

"Hachiman, you've matured and found a job for yourself... I'm very relieved."

Uesugi Sumire forgave Hikigaya Hachiman for calling so early in the morning, and spoke in the tone of an old father.

"Get lost. If you have time, why not come to the school for on-site teaching? I'm going crazy from reading materials every day, and I have to study these things while preparing for exams. By the way, the house where the cult family we met last time lived did have problems... The police may not have searched it carefully, but according to the floor plan, there is a place in the house that is not marked, but it does exist."

Hikigaya Hachiman rubbed his eyes. He felt that he was finally getting close to the truth, the real truth.

"If possible, I would like to go into that house again and open the secret room to see what is inside."

"I can't say for sure. After all, the police may have to block the area for a while. Don't you think the police will find out?"

"Come on, Uesugi, is this your first time meeting those people from the Metropolitan Police Department? They think everything will be fine as long as they close the case. If that's the case, then tell me when you have time. I have to take a look. Otherwise, I won't be able to sleep peacefully."

Hikigaya Hachiman hung up the phone. He now had to put aside all his thoughts and concentrate on the final exams, otherwise he might really have to spend the winter vacation in a cram school.

Uesugi Sumiko had never expected that the members of the supernatural research department he established seemed to have stronger subjective initiative and actually started looking for work on their own.

However, Uesugi Sumire did not rush back to school, but went to the Kujo family to meet someone first.

Thanks to the efforts of Kujo Saya and Yashiki Kazuo, Kujo House finally looked less desolate. The moment he knocked on the door, he saw a short black-haired girl push the door open.

"Mr. Uesugi, good morning... welcome."

Kaji Akino spoke softly, with her head down, looking a little embarrassed. Before she completely severed ties with her parents, she completed the final funeral for her parents, which was hasty but not perfunctory, and then she became an orphan.

However, Uesugi Sumiko did fulfill his promise and let Kaji Akino come to Kujo-kan and find a room to live in. The condition was that she would do some odd jobs for the huge Kujo-kan, clean it, and serve as a means of transportation for Kujo Saya.

"How are you doing?"

"Yes, thanks to you, everyone at Kujokan is very nice to me. Thank you very much."

The girl was extremely grateful to her savior. The death of her parents did not actually leave much of an impact on her heart. Perhaps when they picked up the knife to perform the "exorcism", her parents were already dead in her mind.

"Uesugi, you're here... It's just right that I need to finish up some things at the Ichijo family, and you're finally free."

Yashiki Kazuo lit a cigarette, sat on the sofa, and mentioned something to Uesugi Sumire.

256

Chapter 256 Music and Rhythm.

"Why do I feel like your sister Saya has become even busier since you, the head of the family, came back?"

Uesugi Sumire drank the tea brought to her by Kaji Akino somewhat helplessly. Although it looked strange, the little girl had quickly accepted the reality and began to prepare to return to school with the support of the Kujo family. However, she was still working as a maid in the Kujo family.

"Really? Maybe Saya didn't pay attention to these things before, but now the Kujo Hall also needs to be repaired, and we can't just let so many spiritual tools pile up in the basement. They all need to be maintained. We can only keep busy and make more money."

Yashiki Kazuo rubbed his forehead helplessly. After taking over Kujo-kan again, he realized how big a mess he was facing.

Not to mention that due to some special rumors, the Kujo House basically couldn't recruit helpers who were willing to help. Even if they did, considering the area and degree of desolation of the Kujo House, the money and energy required to clean it up would definitely not be a small number. In addition, before he came back, the Kujo family actually had only one person, Kudenjo Saya, who relied on her own spiritual power and the family wealth of her ancestors to support the Kujo family...

"Looking for someone to repair your room, huh? I know him very well. No wonder you're still taking on jobs."

Uesugi Cheng complained that he actually had a library the size of a small castle on a small island waiting for him to repair, so he was very familiar with this kind of thing.

"Let's not talk about that. Ichijo's affairs still need to be sorted out, and then...if you are free and short of money, how about doing me a favor?"

"No, I have my own things to do recently, and I'm not really short of money... I just came to see Akino-chan."

Uesugi Cheng let out a sigh of relief as he watched Akino busy fighting the stains on the glass windows of Kujo-kan.

"In fact, I felt a little embarrassed when I took action, after all, they were their parents, but it seems that my choice was very correct."

Uesugi Sumi put down his teacup. It was definitely the right thing to do to cut the roots of the problem. The insane couple didn't even consider their daughter as a daughter. However, Uesugi Sumi had originally considered using a gentler method to resolve the matter, such as an accident or suicide, but in the end he chose the quickest method.

"How dare you say that... to a stranger like me. But that child is indeed a pitiful one. Saya will help take care of her, don't worry."

Yashiki Kazuo sat in the position that originally belonged to Meili, leaning against the sofa and looking at the ceiling. Suddenly, he had the idea of ​​letting Saya continue to be the head of the family and he would be his assistant.

"Okay, I'll go ahead and look for Mr. Ichijo. You can take your time."

When Uesugi Sumiko left, he also said hello to Kaji Akino. The girl thanked him again sincerely and said that if there was any need, she would do her best to help Uesugi Sumiko.

……

When he went to Ichijo's house this time, Mr. Ichijo was the only one at home. His wife had already been admitted to the hospital for final preparations before giving birth. He was the only one left here waiting for Uesugi Sumira to come and do the finishing work. Although a house was nothing to him, he was afraid that the remaining curse was not attached to the house, but to him. Besides, a young talent like Uesugi Sumira was indeed someone he wanted to make friends with.

"This is really a joke... Please help me check if there are any ominous things left in this house."

Uesugi Cheng looked around carefully but didn't find anything bad, but a painting on the wall caught his interest.

"That painting?"

"Is there something wrong with that painting? Please help me deal with it, Uesugi-san."

Ichijo Yuhei's face suddenly became serious, and he looked like he was about to take out his cell phone and start making a call.

"Oh, no, no, I'm just a little curious about the author... I'm particularly interested in the pigment he used. It's rare to see such a light-colored pigment produce such a beautiful effect."

Uesugi Sumiko continued what he had been interrupted. He didn't expect Ichijo Yuhei's reaction to be so big, and spoke a little embarrassedly.

"I see. I just happen to have the contact information here... I'm glad you're alright. I'm glad you're alright. Thank you so much, Master Uesugi."

Ichijo Yuhei spoke respectfully and put down the phone in his hand.

"I'm not really a master... There's no problem now. I wish you a happy life. I should leave now."

Uesugi Sumi did not ask Ichijo Yuhei how he dealt with the Guanyin statue or where the Guanyin statue came from. Anyway, this was something that Yashiki Kazuo should do, and he was only responsible for dealing with the problems that had already occurred.

"Then the next step is... it's time to practice."

Uesugi Cheng yawned. He felt that his life seemed to become very fragmented. He was fighting against all kinds of horrible evil spirits the day before yesterday, but today he returned to the warm after-school life and prepared to play music with a group of beautiful young girls.

"Wow!! Uesugi-senpai already looks like he's full of energy!"

Kita Ikuyo is the most cheerful and outgoing girl in the band Bond. Although she is a complete guitar novice, she plays rhythm guitar and sings lead vocals. Her personal charm is much stronger than her skills, at least for now.

"Yes, after all, you all have to participate in the cultural festival that Goto-san signed up for. If you don't work hard, it will be bad if you make mistakes. After all, it is a debut in another sense."

Of course, Uesugi Sumire mainly provides special training for Kita Ikuyo alone. After all, she is the one who needs to practice the hardest. Even if it is rhythm guitar, at least she cannot disrupt the rhythm of others.

As for Ichiri Goto, perhaps all he could teach the guitar hero was something about mentality, such as telling her a few short stories to help her ease her fear.

Ijichi Kouka couldn't help but sigh that Uesugi Sumire might really be a pure genius in music. He was exposed to music almost earlier than Kita Ikuyo, but now he is able to start teaching Kita Ikuyo the playing techniques.

"Rhythm, the most important thing is rhythm, just like breathing also has rhythm. Whether singing or playing an instrument, you must coordinate yourself with the rhythm of others... Of course, there is another way."

Uesugi Cheng picked up the guitar he had just bought at a music store. According to the owner, giving him a 30% discount on a second-hand guitar that was 90% new was already a huge expense.

"That is to follow everyone's rhythm. In this case...how about you choose your original songs, and I'll play the guitar. Let's see."

257

Chapter 257: Clear Desire and Enjoyment of Music.

Goto Ichiri was stunned. She indeed saw that the second method that Uesugi Sumiya mentioned was the same as Hiroi Kikuri at that time... no, it was a little more powerful than Sister Hiroi. She had never thought that such a thing as one person leading other members of the team forward would appear before her eyes.

"'That Band', over."

Ijichi Hinikaka breathed a sigh of relief. She did feel real pressure. Just like Yamada Ryo, Uesugi Sumire's playing style was completely different from Goto Ichiri's. However, they did not make any mistakes in their performance of this song because Uesugi Sumire alone led their rhythm and forced them to follow.

"How was it? How did you feel after watching it?"

Uesugi Cheng put down his guitar and breathed a sigh of relief. The members of the Bond Band were relatively good as teammates. At least they worked hard together and let Uesugi Cheng lead them. Otherwise, even if they used great techniques, Uesugi Cheng would most likely be out of touch with the entire band.

"Ah... that's really amazing... but..."

Goto Ichiri lowered her head. She didn't think she could do such a thing. She would normally have random thoughts even when talking, and would get stuck even when communicating normally with strangers. How could she possibly lead the band forward like Uesugi Sumika did?

"Can't do it?"

Uesugi Sumire looked at Goto Ichiri, and she subconsciously lowered her head, as if she was a child who had done something wrong. For some reason, although she could communicate normally with Uesugi Sumire, once Uesugi Sumire looked at her, Goto Ichiri would become speechless.

"I...I think..."

"Um... Little Lonely also needs some time to adapt, right?"

Ijichi Kouka spoke to ease the atmosphere. She clearly felt that Goto Ichiri couldn't say anything at the moment.

“This is not a question or an accusation, Little Lonely…Want to give it a try? Stand on the stage like me, hold your chest high and play, to receive the encouragement and cheers from the audience.”

Uesugi Sumire's tone softened, and the content of his words stunned Ijichi Kouka for a moment. She had thought the atmosphere would become weird so she spoke in advance, but she didn't expect that Uesugi Sumire was much more skilled in doing this kind of thing than her.

"I...I want to, I want to be on the stage. But..."

"That's all. As long as you have this idea, it's fine... Remember this mood and feeling, and then we'll continue practicing. Then you'll understand what I mean."

Uesugi Sumire did not let Goto Ichiri say the words after "but". He just wanted the girl to take her first step. As long as she took that step, Goto Ichiri, as the "guitar hero", would understand what to do and how to move forward.

"Eh……"

Goto Ichiri was stunned for a moment. She really didn't understand what Uesugi Sumika meant. She originally thought that Uesugi Sumika was blaming her. After all, she had practiced for so long, but she still couldn't raise her head to look at her teammates, and occasionally she would be out of touch with her teammates.

"What's wrong? Do I look like the kind of person who would say harsh words in a place like this?"

Uesugi Sumiko patted Goto Ichiri's head and had to say that it felt really good, especially Goto Ichiri's pink hair which seemed unusually soft.

"No... No, I didn't mean that... But..."

"Oh, I see. What you want to ask is almost written on your face. I don't even need to guess what you want to say."

Uesugi Sumire's words caused Goto Ichiri to stagger instantly, and she was still saying nonsense like "I'm really sorry for such an obvious expression" and "I will be more careful in my next life". However, several people present, including the store manager, had begun to look at her with a loving gaze.

"Then today's practice time is over. See you in two days. After the next rehearsal, we will be preparing for the performance, right?"

Uesugi Cheng suddenly felt that what he was doing seemed a bit similar to that of the agent of the Bond band, but this was just right, after all, each party got what they needed.

[Assistance from the Bond Band]: They have already started to move towards a team (4 Hearts 3 Domes)

The assistants for the renovation of the Sun House have arrived. Uesugi Cheng stretched and did not go home after leaving Fanxing. Instead, he took the train back to the LIVEHOUSE where he had rented a practice room for a long time, the store called RiNG.

"Good afternoon, same old thing, right?"

The waitress with long black hair and a bit fierce look was not at the front desk. Instead, he was received by a flaxen-haired older sister at the front desk.

"Oh, welcome. It's the practice room again, right? Would you like to try our new menu? We're doing some experimental expansion recently, so there are discounts."

"No, no, I'll go first."

Uesugi Cheng walked towards the practice room carrying his guitar bag.

"That's a weird guy."

A girl named Shiina Riki walked out from the kitchen and looked at Uesugi Cheng's back in confusion. She didn't know what the point of renting a practice room for one person was. If one wanted to practice alone, there were so many places to go and there was no need to spend money to rent a practice room here.

"Is it weird? I don't think so. It's quite interesting. And Lizzie, serve the parfait to the guests first, or it will melt."

Shiina Riki withdrew his gaze, thinking that Uesugi Sumire might have too much money and didn't know where to spend it, and then concentrated on completing his job as a waiter.

Inside the practice room, except for Uesugi Sumire, four other beautiful girls with black and white hair and different heights sat in their seats dully, looking like puppets.

"In the first episode of Deception, we created four...guitar, bass, drummer, do we need a keyboard? But it looks like they have to completely cover their faces, especially their eyes, otherwise the audience will immediately see that these four people don't look like normal people."

Uesugi Cheng was thinking about the composition of the band. After all, he couldn't play a complicated piece of music by himself, but a team of people would be no problem, although now this team might seem like he would be the only one performing in the end.

As for why they are all female impersonators, Uesugi Sumiya can only say that he is also a visual animal. It is more comfortable to watch beautiful girls make music than to watch grown men make music, especially when he is the driver of these beautiful girls.

"It's broken... I don't know how to play drums yet. I have to learn now."

Uesugi Cheng scratched his head, his drumming skills were only at the stage of being able to play the drums, he had no systematic knowledge at all, and he had not even touched upon the relevant great techniques.

"Forget it, forget about that for now, let's get started."

Uesugi Cheng put these problems behind him and began to enjoy his own music.

258

Chapter 258: Hikigaya Hachiman enters the police station.

"So...can you tell me how you got here?"

Uesugi Sumire sat down and looked at Hikigaya Hachiman who looked embarrassed. He rubbed his hands and tried to speak several times but seemed to not know how to say it.

After all, this is a police station, and Hikigaya Hachiman is sitting opposite Uesugi Sumire, with the only thing missing being a bowl of pork cutlet rice next to him.

"Forget it, I'll talk to them first. What on earth happened to you that you were sent to the police station. Fortunately, it's just an interrogation. You can leave after taking a statement."

Uesugi Sumire touched his forehead. He was playing the piano well in the practice room when the phone rang. Inudo Ranko told him that a high school boy he knew was sent to the Metropolitan Police Department, although it was just for questioning.

"In fact, I did go to investigate something, but I didn't expect to be so unlucky as to run into something like that..."

Hikigaya Hachiman himself was very helpless. He didn't want to cause these things, but in the end it seemed that this was not something he could decide.