Cultivating a girl band, but the goal is to lose money!

"I become rich when I become rich~I become rich when I become rich~"

Lin Yi hummed a cheerful tune and went to the bathroom to run the shower.

When he returned to the bedroom, Lin Yi looked at the computer, then at the warm bed. He hesitated for only half a second before falling back on the bed and slowly closing his eyes.

Since I don’t have to go to work and have nothing to do, I might as well take a good nap.

Sleep, feel good!

Play badly, cool!

……

STARRY, finished in the band practice room.

Aine and Nijika were sitting together whispering, while Momoka and Ryo were discussing the new song on the other side.

【夜夜れ】

Wearing a black leather jacket, Ryo Yamada changed his usual casual attitude and read the lyrics of Momoka's new song carefully.

[It’s okay if it’s unclear now]

[It’s OK if you can’t find the direction]

【We will be happy one day】

[No matter how many years it takes, no matter how far we are apart]

【We are not alone, let’s smile】

【…】

Yamada Ryo stared at the simple lyrics for a full ten minutes before slowly putting down the notebook with the lyrics.

Taoxiang said nervously, "Ryo, what do you think of the lyrics?"

A rare smile appeared on Liang's face.

"Simple words, but they contain great power. Momoka's lyrics are very well written."

Hong Xia, who had been following the progress here, was surprised and said, "Ryo actually said something like that. It seems that Momoka's lyrics are really good."

Aine, on the other hand, looked as if it was a matter of course.

"Of course, Momoka is the Momoka who wrote 'Hola no Kanazawa'."

“It seems like Aine trusts Momoka a lot.”

"Of course!"

……

"Liang, I have composed a preliminary song. Do you want to listen to it?"

Taoxiang took out her cell phone and placed it flat on the table, then took out a pair of headphones and handed them to Liang.

Although Lin Yi told her not to rush and to work on it carefully, inspiration is like a tide, which cannot be stopped once it comes.

Liang took the headphones from Taoxiang's hand, and after a slight hesitation, put them down again.

She raised her hand and pointed to the equipment on one side of the training room. "Transfer the data over. We can make adjustments and modifications directly on the spot. It will be more convenient."

Taoxiang nodded and did as she was told.

Liang expertly disconnected the device from the speakers, then plugged in a more professional pair of headphones.

She took a deep breath and slowly pressed the play button.

A soothing and relaxing rhythm sounded in my ears, making people feel very comfortable at first glance.

In addition to the most basic instrumental composition of the song, Liang also heard the sound of a harmonica.

Liang's eyes lit up, "What a retro style, but surprisingly suitable."

The song was still playing, and after the prelude, Taoxiang's singing voice was added in. Although the quality of the sound was very poor due to the limitations of the environment and equipment, it was good enough as a reference.

Liang, who was wearing headphones, sometimes smiled, sometimes pursed his lips, sometimes frowned, and sometimes nodded, as if he had a lot of personal opinions.

When the song ended, Liang slowly took off his headphones.

"The songs written by Momoka are very complete and the style is very coherent, without too many abrupt parts, but I think there are a few places that can be improved."

"I'd like to hear the details." Taoxiang nodded, looking like she wanted to learn.

Yamada Ryo smiled confidently, and then began to tell Momoka his insights and opinions.

However, although Yamada Ryo is narcissistic, she is not arrogant, and she does not think that her ideas are the best and only solutions.

People with different personalities come together to form a unified music. This is the music that Yamada Ryo longs for, and it is also what she hopes to have when the band ends.

Thus, Ryo and Momoka began a serious but enjoyable discussion.

Where there is consensus, they will make changes immediately, and where there are disagreements, they will tend to favor Taoxiang.

After each modification, Momoka and Liang would play the song several times in a row and repeat the above steps until they were satisfied.

Three hours later, both Momoka and Ryo felt that the song did not need any further revisions.

"Aine, Nijika, our new song is done."

Taoxiang stood up and told her friends the good news.

Aiyin and Hongxia were snuggling on the sofa, bleary-eyed and about to fall asleep when they were awakened by Taoxiang's voice.

Aiyin sat up straight with a start and asked in surprise, "Have you finished writing the new song? Let me listen to it!"

"No need to bother."

Yamada Ryo shook his head, directly reconnected the device to the speaker, turned down the volume and started playing.

----

This song was selected from a message a few days ago asking which song would be suitable as a debut song.

The reason for choosing this song is very simple. Among the suggestions given by everyone, this song seems to be written by Taoxiang and is more suitable for Taoxiang to sing.

"Yugurare" is quite nice.

Chapter 29 live ahead of schedule! CD and peripheral sales!

[Remaining time for settlement in this cycle: 30 day]

STARRY, in the practice room.

Lin Yi looked at the four excited girls in front of him, frowned, and put down the KFC Crazy Thursday he had bought.

"You guys want to hold your debut live in advance?"

Taoxiang nodded and said seriously.

"Yes, the new song is not difficult, and we are already very skilled and tacit in our performance. If we continue to drag it out, it will not be good for either the band or the agency."

Lin Yi asked: "Is it okay to have only one original song?"

"Because the other party was out of humanitarian considerations, we were able to sing 'Empty Box' once more."

Lin Yi did not give an immediate reply upon hearing this, but instead looked at Aiyin and Hongxia for their opinions.

Although there is a certain risk in not setting the live time within the deadline of periodic settlement, Taoxiang's reason is very reasonable, and Lin Yi can't refuse under the supervision of the system.

But after experiencing Diamond's live performance that day, Lin Yi had already realized the truth. His current mentality is not the same as it was at the beginning.

Lin Yi believed in his own vision and decision. This was a song written by Tao Xiang. Even if it was performed live in advance, it would never become popular!

So what to do specifically depends on the public vote.

The ahoge on Hongxia's head swayed up and down, and there seemed to be a gleam in her clear eyes.

"Lin Yi, we are all ready and looking forward to this live performance!"

Aiyin played a short solo on the guitar and said with great interest.

"Do you want us to play a piece live? It will definitely conquer Lin Yi's ears!"

Looking at the girls who were confident and eager to try, Lin Yi waved his hand.

His assistant Xiaoxiang had sent him the band's new song practice videos several times. Although the song sounded very comfortable, even Lin Yi could feel its retro style, which was very different from the current popular trends.

"There's no need for a live performance. Since you all think it's okay, then move the live performance forward."

"Let me think about it... the live show is scheduled for seven days from now!"

Hongxia looked delighted and jumped up happily to celebrate.

Aiyin clasped her hands together in front of her chest, and praised Lin Yi in her heart for his wise decision.

'Lin Yi-san~love!'

Taoxiang was happy but also a little confused.

Today is Thursday, and seven days later it will also be Thursday. Why choose a weekday?

Wouldn't Friday or Saturday be better?

However, Taoxiang did not raise any objection this time. She had little confidence in running the band, and she believed that the wise and powerful Lin Yi must have his reasons for doing so.

The live time has been confirmed, and the girls who finished the band began to chatter about all sorts of things.

For example, where to stand during the performance, what kind of performance clothes to wear, whether to learn from Diamond and create a special opening action or opening speech, how to make the live show more atmospheric, etc.

At this moment, Xiaoxiang, who had been watching from the side, raised his hand.

"Lin Yi, should we invest some resources before and after the live show to conduct some warm-up and promotional activities?"

Lin Yi turned his head and looked at Xiangzi with some displeasure.

Apparently, our classmate Xiaoxiang has forgotten her assistant rules again - absolutely no comments!

When Xiangzi saw Lin Yi's expression, she reacted instantly. She blinked awkwardly and tried to get away with it.

Lin Yi rolled his eyes and nodded, not pursuing the matter any further.

When the band ended, everyone looked at them curiously.

This is where the difference between hobby bands, independent bands and professional bands signed to agencies lies.

The agency has the responsibility to help the band with traffic promotion, publicity, docking and other things that are not related to creation and performance. However, correspondingly, the agency will also take a higher commission after making money.

Lin Yi closed his eyes and began to count the accounts.

The total system funds are 600 million.

After deducting two months' salary and insurance for the five girls, the rental of the training room, team-building expenses, the cost of music lessons and various daily reimbursements, the remaining figures in the agency's account are still substantial.

In order to maximize profits, the remaining money must be spent in full.

It is definitely not okay to invest resources in boosting the band's popularity, which is a reactionary behavior.

Lin Yi suddenly came up with a brilliant idea.

"Let's sell CDs and band merchandise. Not only can it increase popularity, but it can also make money. It's like killing two birds with one stone!"

Toyokawa Shoko frowned.

CDs and band peripherals are often sold at a high premium, especially band peripherals. As long as someone buys them, you can definitely make a lot of money.

But the question is, where will the fans come from if the band ends now? A small and unknown band may not even get anyone to buy its peripherals for free!

Xiangzi opened his mouth and wanted to speak, but the words did not come out. For the sake of his work, he decided not to give any suggestions.

But Taoxiang became Xiangzi's mouthpiece.

"Lin Yi, we haven't even started the live show yet, isn't it too early to start working on CDs and peripherals?"

After someone raised an objection, Aine and Nijika began to feel corresponding concerns.

Lin Yi was prepared for this. He shook his head and said calmly, "Does Tao Xiang think that your performance will end in failure?"

"If you, as the parties involved, don't have confidence, then it doesn't matter whether this live event is held or not."

Lin Yi's sudden questioning and heavy words disrupted the rhythm of Taoxiang and others.

Tao Xiang was stunned for a moment, then shook her head and said, "No, Lin Yi, I'm just worried..."