People are in animation, but they can connect to reality

"It's okay, Deng. There's still time. I believe in Deng." Shiina Riki immediately went over to comfort Takamatsu Deng. She also noticed that Takamatsu Deng's proficiency was not enough, but time was also tight, and they had no time to practice.

"Yeah." Takamatsu Deng nodded unsurely. Seeing Takamatsu Deng like this, Shiina Riki's face was filled with worry, but he couldn't say it out loud. Deng was a timid and sensitive child, and she could perceive many things without even having to ask.

Therefore, Shiina Riki didn't want to put pressure on Xiao Deng, as it would break her. After finally seeing Xiao Deng again, how could she let her go so easily? She wanted to comfort Xiao Deng, but she was afraid that Xiao Deng would reject her. She reached out with a trembling hand and gently touched her little back from a distance.

When the train arrived, Shiina Riki and Nagasaki Motoyo boarded the train. When they were about to enter the train, Shiina Riki suddenly said loudly,

"Let's practice that new song, 'Red Lotus', together tomorrow."

Gao Songdeng looked at Li Xi and nodded.

"Suyo looks weird today." After Nagasaki Suyo left, Chihaya Aine touched the corner of her mouth and frowned. "Really, Suyo has so many thoughts, and she doesn't want to say anything." She thought and complained.

"Yeah." Gao Songdeng still nodded.

Chihaya Aine was speechless. Xiao Deng had many good points, but also some bad ones. For example, right now, you couldn't tell that Xiao Deng was communicating with you, but was simply being perfunctory. Helpless, Chihaya Aine could only sigh and drop the topic.

Asagi returned to the rental house and found that MMK had sent him a message.

"They were snatched up. The live announcement was just released and the tickets were sold out."

Chapter 273 Rencai is a bad guy

"Sold them all? How long did it take?" Asagi typed quickly, his fingers tapping rapidly on the phone.

"Hmm?... About three hours. I posted the news on the band's homepage at 3 AM, and when I logged in at 10 PM, I saw a message asking if there were any tickets left. The live venue was sold out," MMK replied. "Also, this time we weren't talking to the store manager about a commission, but about booking the entire venue. Since we're acquaintances, the store manager gave us a special price of 12 yuan."

"Besides that, Ms. Miura plans to make some simple merchandise to sell. Because the tickets are selling so well, Ms. Miura said we should earn the start-up capital as soon as possible."

Three hours? Asagi roughly estimated that the venue the uncle was in was relatively small, with a capacity of around 3 people at best. If they could sell out in three hours, it meant they could try to hold a thousand-person live show.

A 1,000-person arena is fundamentally different from a typical live venue. Being able to perform in one is considered a professional success. Furthermore, the venues aren't small live venues, but rather formal, professional venues like Ave Mujica, typically large stadiums or opera houses.

However, rock music usually goes to the gymnasium.

"Miura Shiomi did a great job, cheers for Miura Shiomi." Asagi chuckled and made a "yeah" gesture.

"But it means that we have a lot of true fans, and a small live venue can no longer satisfy us."

"That's not wrong." MMK thought for a moment and replied.

"Is it possible to hold a live event for a thousand people? Like in a larger venue, like a stadium?"

After the message was sent, there was a slight pause in MMK's response. After a while, MMK responded again, but it was a bit discouraging.

MMK stared at her phone, unsure how to tell Asagi. She bit her finger, trying to figure out how to politely convey the band's predicament. After a long pause, MMK gritted her teeth and decided to share the band's current situation.

"Yesterday, Ms. Miura and I signed a lease agreement with the landlord, and then we bought some things and added some equipment."

Asagi looked at the message from MMK. Wasn't that irrelevant? He immediately understood that the band might be out of money.

"The band is very short of funds right now and can't afford to rent a large stadium like that." MMK replied pitifully.

"Oh, how miserable!" Asagi also sighed.

"Yes!" MMK also sighed.

"Oh, by the way, we're planning to move this weekend, Asagi should come with us. By the way, Asagi, come and take a look at our new home, it's very big and can accommodate many people."

"Okay, I understand. Let's get in touch then."

After the conversation ended, Asagi closed the chat with MMK. He knew the band was going well. With the addition of Miura Shiomi to MMK, he basically didn't have to worry about anything anymore. Professionals were doing their jobs. That freed him up considerably.

Currently, Suyo and her band are causing a lot of concern, and it seems the focus needs to shift a bit. Furthermore, after the joint live, Asagi decided to be honest with Suyo and her band, and it's time to bring them in.

Besides that, there was also the anime thing, which was time to test the waters. So Asagi opened his phone and searched for a suitable show. He definitely couldn't upload entire episodes online, but he could upload PVs or edited clips to see how people reacted.

The emergence of new things will inevitably require a long time to accumulate. Even though this world is a little childish, it takes a long time to develop habits.

The question is, which one should I choose as the first anime to be released? This is also the problem that makes Asagi feel very uncomfortable. There are so many good ones that it is completely overwhelming. Asagi was so tired that he fell asleep.

The next day, Asagi went to school and club activities as usual. Takeda-senpai from the club was also her usual self, complaining and laughing, completely different from the one she had that night. I had a feeling there was something going on with her that needed to be uncovered.

On Saturday afternoon, Asagi went to Rupa and Ebizuka Satoshi's residence as agreed. When Asagi arrived, MMK and the others had almost finished packing.

"There are so many things to move. We've been moving for the whole morning, and there are still so many things left." Rupa wiped the sweat from his forehead, with packed luggage at his feet. As soon as Asagi arrived, he saw everyone busying around. MMK was standing inside the truck, receiving things handed over by 486 and Ninai.

Satoshi Ebizuka stood aside, carrying a box of things with great difficulty, waiting for Nina to take over.

"Has it just begun?" Asagi walked over and took the luggage from Ebizuka Satoshi. Ebizuka Satoshi looked at Asagi in surprise and handed the luggage to him.

"You're too late. We've already moved most of the things. You're just being lazy." Ebizuka Satoshi muttered softly.

"But I have to go to school and I don't have the time." Asagi felt sorry for this. He had promised MMK to help them move, but by the time he arrived, most of the work was already done.

"Leave the rest to me. Chi-chan, you should take a rest first." Asagi carried the box to the back of the truck and handed it to Nina and 486 who were waiting there. Then, he turned around and asked Rupa, "Is there anything left?"

He looked around and saw a lot of luggage piled on the ground. Of course, Asagi was not referring to these, but to the room upstairs.

"There aren't many left, but we're going to go to Ninai's house next. Ninai hasn't moved yet."

"Where's MMK?"

"My side has been emptied." MMK's voice rang out from the train car. She stood at the back of the train car, looking at Asagi. Her long, light yellow hair flowed down her neck and cheeks. "Asagi is a little late, but fortunately, there's still some left. Asagi, go over and help." She grinned, showing her teeth.

"So, it would be better if Asagi dropped out of school too. That way, we can get together more often, not just once a week." Nina rubbed her head and smiled foolishly. MMK, who was standing next to her, immediately glared at Nina with a sullen face.

It seemed Nina hadn't given up her evil intentions yet. Since the agency had already been established, Miura Shiomi had completed the necessary procedures, and Asagi and Nina had also quit their jobs at Yoshinoya and become official professional players.

"You said so, 486. Come to think of it, 486 hasn't dropped out of school yet." Nina pretended to be stupid and pointed the finger at 486.

"Hey, hey, hey..." 486 was so scared that he almost jumped up. "Why are you suddenly pointing the finger at me?"

Chapter 274 No Tickets

After school, Chihaya Aine and Takamatsu Touma were packing up in the classroom. Aine was very happy carrying the 26 yuan guitar she bought. She packed her schoolbag early and stood by Takamatsu Touma's desk waiting for Touma.

Tonight is the day they will perform together with the MMK band. The time is set at 6: in the evening, and the venue is the place where they first met MMK and his band.

Chihaya Aine was thrilled. Not only could she perform with her favorite band, but she could also tap into that band's popularity. After the performance, it would be easy for her to ask for a photo with MY ALL. If she did, it would surely attract a lot of attention.

Chihaya Aine really enjoyed the feeling of standing under the envious gaze of the crowd, the admiration of everyone. This was the first time she had experienced that feeling since she became the student council president in junior high school, and she found it wonderful.

"Aine-san, can I trouble you for a moment?" Suddenly, a classmate spoke to her.

"Sure." Chihaya Aine narrowed her eyes and smiled.

"Do you still have tickets?" the classmate asked cautiously. Chihaya Aine was slightly stunned. While she was wondering what the ticket was, the classmate explained hurriedly, "I saw Aine and Hikaru's live at the LiveHouse "RiNG" on Wednesday. You said you were going to hold a joint live with Ms. MMK from MY ALL. I'm also a fan of MY ALL and I love their songs."

As he spoke, the classmate became shy.

"But, there are no tickets left. I've been following MY ALL's page, and when I saw their live show information, I happily went to buy tickets. However, the man at the venue told me that the tickets had already sold out because there were so many people trying to buy them. So, I wanted to ask Aine-san if she still had any tickets."

After hearing her classmate's words, Chihaya Aine looked as if she had suddenly understood something. However, she could only fold her hands in regret and said, "Sorry, we don't have any tickets either. I'm really sorry."

"No, no, it was me who asked rashly, so I should be the one apologizing." The other party said hurriedly.

Asagi was moving furniture into their new rental. They rented on the third, fourth, and fifth floors, and there was no elevator, so everything had to be moved manually. Furthermore, this was Asagi's first time in this area, and he felt a sense of disappointment. The place Miura Shiomi had chosen wasn't exactly remote, but it was certainly in the middle of nowhere. It wasn't on the main street, but in a small back alley. If you weren't looking for it, you wouldn't even notice it.

No wonder the rent was so much cheaper. Asagi finally understood that you get what you pay for. The interior area was much smaller than 486's, but Nina was very excited because it was much bigger than her place.

The 5th floor is for living, the 4th floor is used for ensemble practice, editing and recording, and the 3rd floor is used for daily external work and business meetings.

"I'm really tired." After the move, Asagi felt sore in his waist and arms, so he fell on the sofa to rest.

"Wow, it's so big!" Nina said excitedly, lying on her large bed. Because the house was only 70 square meters and they had to leave room for the living room, they could only have two people per room. The double bed with bunk beds was perfect for this situation.

"It's a bit small." Asagi said casually.

"Let's make do with this for now. At least it's better than where those underground idols live." Ebizuka Satoshi didn't dislike the place at all. "I heard on the news that those underground idols have over 10 people crammed into a tiny 20-square-meter room, and they even have to queue up to use the restroom."

"Aine sent a message saying they've already left and will be at the live room in about an hour." At this moment, MMK came over, holding a phone in one hand and a bottle of juice in the other, which she handed to Asagi.

Asagi took the juice and looked down at the time. It was almost 4:.

"Let's go too."

On the train, Hachiman Kailing looked at the quiet and well-behaved Wakaba Mutsu beside her with a somewhat mesmerized look in her eyes. This child was truly beautiful. This kind of beauty wasn't the kind of beauty that was charming, alluring, or captivating, but rather a refined beauty. Like a fine piece of handicraft, every detail was meticulously crafted.

As expected of a famous actor's child, she inherited her parents' excellent genes, Hachiman Kailing thought to herself. Today, Wakaba Mutsuki asked her to come to the live show again. Honestly, she was very busy and had been planning to refuse Wakaba Mutsuki. But then she thought about it, because Riki was also at the live show, and for Riki's sake, she reluctantly agreed.

Meanwhile, MY ALL, a band that Yawata Kairin recognized, was also there. They had left a deep impression on her during the previous audition. This impression stemmed from their music; it was hard to imagine a band coming up with several such memorable songs in a row.

If they have that kind of talent, it's only a matter of time before they reach the Budokan. Hachiman Kairin plays support music in over a dozen bands, and her exceptional bass playing has attracted numerous attention. Some of these bands have already become independent, becoming underground acts, while others are still in the process of forming, having only recently been formed.

However, there is no such bright and dazzling hope in these bands. Even if there is hope in these bands, it is a weak flame that is about to go out. If it is not carefully nurtured, it will suddenly go out at any time.

MY ALL, on the other hand, is different. It gives people a very strong feeling, like a signal. It's a signal of success. Anyone who plays in a band and sees their performance will think the same thing: this band has a bright future.

If, that band also lacks a bassist.

"It's right here. I still remember this place. For example, that old man still makes people feel uncomfortable."

On the street outside the live room, Chihaya Aine, Nagasaki Suyo and Deng had already arrived early. It was already 5:6. The live was scheduled to start at :, so they had to get in as soon as possible, otherwise they might be caught by fans and asked for autographs.

It seems that they don’t have many fans.

"Who are you?" The uncle at the door saw them from a distance, "Are you the companions MMK mentioned?"

The uncle walked over, and Aiyin and Sushi couldn't help but take a few steps back. The uncle still gave the good kids a bad impression.

As the most conscientious person in the team, Shiina Riki nodded, indicating that they were MMK's companions.

"Oh, then come on in. If you stay at the door, it will be troublesome if you run into fans."

Chapter 275 Draw a Circle

Soon after Sushi and the others walked in, Asagi arrived at the live room with MMK and the others. From a distance, Asagi saw the familiar store manager. His hair was a little long and messy, and his eyes were small. No wonder Asagi always thought that the uncle looked creepy.

The store manager also noticed MMK and immediately waved enthusiastically. His smile was wide, for MMK had come to support his business again. Of course, he also knew that MMK would soon be leaving. In his years as a store manager, he'd seen many bands—some disband, some disappear, some rise to fame and take on more stages, and some persevere in this small place.

It is rare for someone like MMK to take off again after having already flown once. But there is no doubt that MMK will not come here to perform live soon. The stage here is too small to accommodate MMK.

"Hey, uncle, long time no see." Asagi trotted over and greeted the uncle enthusiastically.

The uncle was slightly stunned, looked at the strange boy in front of him, and said,

"Who are you?"

Asagi was speechless. Is his presence so weak?

"Uncle, are you kidding me? I greeted you so warmly, but you didn't remember me. It's a good thing I still remember you, the store manager." Asagi kept shaking his head, expressing his disappointment with the store manager.

I gave all my enthusiasm to the dog.

"Hey, kid, how could I not remember? I was just joking." The uncle suddenly laughed out loud, and patted Asagi's shoulder in a very enthusiastic manner. But Asagi saw that while the uncle was laughing, he kept looking for help from MMK out of the corner of his eyes.

This guy clearly forgot.

To change the subject, the store manager announced that Suyo and the others had arrived. Sure enough, no one bothered to know Asagi anymore. When Asagi and the others entered the live room, the store manager stared at Asagi in silence. It took him a long time to remember.

Instantly, the store manager clapped his hands, "Oh, oh, I actually forgot, it's that guy!"

MMK and the others expertly entered the waiting room and opened the door. Sushi and the others were sitting there, looking somewhat cramped. Seeing MMK and the others enter, the uneasiness on the faces of the CRYCHIC people began to dissipate. Aine ran over for the first time, stopping in front of MMK with an ingratiating smile on her face.

"Ms. MMK, we have been waiting for you." Chihaya Aine grinned.

"Suyo-chan, I'm here." 486 waved happily at Suyo, and Nagasaki Suyo stood up and smiled.

"Hey, why is Su Shi so enthusiastic about Miss 486?" Chihaya Aine tilted her head, looking at Su Shi and 486 in confusion. Even though Aine had always stood on Su Shi's side, Su Shi's attitude towards her had always been lukewarm, with only a polite smile on her face.

Su Shi had rarely given her a sincere smile like this one.

"Don't dwell on it." Shiina Riki interrupted Aine's complaints. She greeted Lupa formally. Aine grumbled softly.

"Everyone, take a break. I'll tell you the order of appearance later." Miura Shiomi walked in, and Asagi followed her, helping her carry her things. These were some simple merchandise that Miura Shiomi had someone make, mostly stickers and small gifts, but also a few T-shirts and photos taken with the band.

In short, it is sold for money.

"In order to ensure the bands have enough rest and rotation, each band will take turns performing after two songs. MY ALL will go on stage first, and then CRYCHIC will be ready."

Everyone nodded.

The live show began promptly at 6:2. MMK led the group onto the stage. CRYCHIC didn't have a long set list, so they only needed to sing two more songs. Each song was planned to last about four minutes, with some breaks for playing music, so the total time was around five minutes. During the intermission, the band could DJ or perform individually. Finally, with some time for merchandise sales, they could manage to make it through the two-hour set.

Soon, Asagi heard the cheers from the crowd. Nina stood on the stage, microphone in hand, chatting with everyone, her smile wide and unable to resist expressing her inner thoughts.