Iruma-san wants to win the Akutagawa Prize

"The live broadcast?"

It was not until Nagasaki Suyo's voice broke the silence of the scene that everyone quickly gathered around Nagasaki Suyo.

A performance was playing on Nagasaki Suyo's mobile phone.

The quality of the performance recording was a bit poor, after all, the other party was also holding up a mobile phone to record it.

On a small podium, Iruma Hibiki and a few others stood there and began to play their own songs.

The singing echoed in the rehearsal room.

Nagasaki Suyo saw someone waving at the camera in the corner, and on the screen was the figure of Chihaya Aine, who was also playing music.

The performance was not long, only about five minutes, and the live broadcast was also short, even to the point of being capricious. Nagasaki Suyo was able to notice it because Iruma Hibiki's account suddenly pushed the live broadcast room on the Guitar Hero side.

But in just such a short few minutes of live broadcast, there were nearly a thousand people present.

It is indeed an exaggeration.

"These guys! What a joke!"

When Nagasaki Suyo's emotions had calmed down a little, Shiina Riki suddenly got angry.

It is basically about some negative news about Iruma that has been floating around in the live broadcast room.

The next issue of the Fuzuigawa Bunko's new book list has been announced. Basically, the list of winners and works that have been confirmed to be published have all been made public. Only a few dark horses still have a chance to stand out and convince the editor-in-chief to get special publication, and they will have to wait for some time.

And naturally, Hibiki Iruma's name is not included in this issue.

"Did he give up writing novels to pursue music? That's all there is to a genius."

[That's true, and who actually reads this kind of work anyway? It's too literary.]

……

"He's a very annoying person, just block him."

Nagasaki Suyo reacted faster than Shiina Tatsuki. She blocked the account that spoke ill of Iruma Hibiki.

In fact, most of the remaining fans are old fans of Iruma Hibiki and Goto Ichiri.

After all, the guys who are still paying attention to them and can arrive immediately at this point are not simple.

[So, they're already a band? Bliss!]

There are many comments expressing surprise like this.

After all, many people only followed the accounts of Hibiki Iruma and Ichiri Goto, and did not follow the official account of the band.

Gradually, discussions began about ending the band.

【Speaking of which, I found the blog of this band, The End.】

[As expected! ]

【But why is Mr. Iruma's name not on the list of the band that ended? 】

[I guess I forgot, but Iruma-sensei was in the group photo after the band ended. But that was a huge mistake.]

【I see! 】

……

Faced with the person talking in the chat channel below, everyone present fell silent.

[It's great! The chemistry between Iruma-sensei and Guitar Hero is amazing.]

【However, this time's arrangement doesn't feel like it was created by Iruma-sensei.】

[It's true! It doesn't feel alien at all, but the lyrics are perfect!]

【finished? 】

【it's over. 】

【There's no next song?!】

【What a pity……】

With the end of the live broadcast.

The screen went completely black.

But the discussion below the live broadcast room was also continuing.

The rehearsal room was quiet, even Shiina Riki, who had just been angry, became quiet.

"Hibiki, you've improved a lot."

Now it was Nagasaki Suyo's turn to speak first.

She smiled and rubbed her fingers slightly.

"Although it's only three guitars, Xiang is definitely much stronger than before..."

Even Tatsuki Shiina praised Hibiki Iruma's performance.

"He's actually a complete genius."

With some unknown emotion, Shiina Riki suddenly said this.

Then, in just a moment, Shiina Riki suddenly thought of something, something that only she could think of.

A restricted area that only someone who had been wounded by a genius could imagine—

"Could it be that Hibiki is feeling inferior because of the work from another world?..."

Shiina Riki suddenly thought of this.

She looked at Nagasaki Suyo's phone screen.

And at this moment, the only face reflected on the screen was Nagasaki Motoyo's.

"It's very loud."

At this moment, Wakaba Mu also said this.

There was a faint smile on her lips.

"It's good to finish the band's performance."

……

Then, when she said this, the rest of the people's attention focused on her.

"Our 'Spring Shadow' will definitely surpass the End Band's."

Probably with some reluctance.

And the PTSD that comes from always being in someone's shadow.

Wakaba Mutsu's words caused Shiina Riki to have a slightly intense reaction.

However, facing Shiina Riki's reaction, Wakaba Mu lowered his head and said nothing.

In fact, even if Toyokawa Shoko was not there.

At this moment, Crychic can be considered a complete band, with dual guitars, drummer, bass, lead singer, and practically everything that is needed.

In other words, the lack of people cannot be an excuse for losing the show.

Although things in music don't always have clear ratings.

The difference between good and bad is only at the most basic level.

But sometimes mistakes on stage are also a very important part of the performance, and occasionally they can become excellent stage effects.

but--

What if the comparison between bands is almost equal?

It was also arranged by Xiangzi.

Also featuring Hibiki Iruma as rhythm guitarist.

If the opponent wants to end the band, can Crychic do it at the moment?

What happens if you fail?

In that short moment, Ruo Ye Mu thought a lot.

If it were the former Toyokawa Shoko, she would never have worried about such a problem. She would have said:

【Crychic is the strongest! 】

Then boost morale.

Rather than like now.

After Shiina Riki spoke, the responses from the others seemed as if they were just sulking at someone and trying their best to prove themselves.

If Ye Mu noticed this subtle difference.

I wanted to say something but couldn't speak.

She lowered her head and took out her guitar.

Then she began to pray in her heart, praying that Iruma Hibiki would come sooner.

But I also hope that Hibiki Iruma can have fun after the band ends.

32 [Himagi returns to the band]

The celebration was lively and fun, and even Hibiki Iruma felt what it was like to be at a party with so much fun after a long time.

The first performance was very successful. Everyone enjoyed themselves very much. Even Goto Ichiri was immersed in it. There were no accidents and the intense piano music continued to resound until the end.

Then, of course, he received praise from everyone.

The final stage also went smoothly.

The only regret I have is that after Hibiki Iruma introduced herself, everyone started to have some fun.

There are probably quite a lot of people like Hibiki Iruma who are ignored in social situations, so his welcome party actually became an opportunity for everyone to get to know each other again.

"Himagi, are you having fun?"

So halfway through, Iruma Hibiki couldn't stand the atmosphere anymore and walked out to the empty corridor to relax.

Naturally, Yidi Chi Hongxia also followed out like a little tail at this time.

"Well, happy."

Iruma Hibiki nodded in response.

“It’s just that everyone is a little too enthusiastic.”

Amidst his distress, Ijichi Hongxia smiled brilliantly.

"Because there aren't many events like this, everyone's been having a bit too much fun. We didn't have the chance to have a good time like this during the school festival before."

Ijichi Nikka once again talked about the school festival.

The school festival at Shimotaka was actually a bit lifeless, much more boring than that at Hidetaka.

"That's it."

Iruma responded.

On the fingers of his left hand, there were traces of several guitar strings.

It is slightly red at this moment.

He was trying too hard in his performance just now.

Ijichi Hongxia noticed Iruma Hibiki's little action and wanted to say something, but stopped in the middle.

"Oh, right, Hibiki—"

"Ok?"

So she changed the subject somewhat abruptly.

"After the band's performance, maybe it will be scheduled for next weekend."

"Eh?"