Iruma-san wants to win the Akutagawa Prize

At least for him, the last few days of summer vacation, although tiring, were particularly happy.

Work hard for what you want to do.

Although there are still some discord in the interpersonal relationships around me, I am happy every day.

Shiina Riki also frequently contacts him. She seems to have ended her part-time job at the Livehouse and has been practicing drums and arranging music day and night recently.

Just like that, during practice on the last day of summer vacation, Iruma Hibiki...

"You have passed the test."

Yamada Ryo gave Iruma Hibiki such a light evaluation.

In the last few days, Iruma Hibiki practiced guitar for 12 hours every day, and this effort paid off.

"Although some difficult songs are still impossible for you now, ordinary songs are definitely no problem."

He was recognized by his master, Ryo Yamada.

"Well, Iruma-san, you're really hardworking and amazing..."

Goto Ichiri on the side also praised softly.

Probably the happiest person was Ijichi Hongka. She supported her chin with one hand and looked happily at the profile of Iruma Hibiki beside her.

This has been her habitual action lately.

She always does this when she gets tired from practice.

"That's great, Iruma."

While she was happy for Hibiki Iruma, she also felt a little excited about the upcoming start of school.

"I……"

As for Hibiki Iruma, he felt discouraged after receiving the affirmation from Ryo Yamada.

Then came the aches and pains all over my body.

The accumulated fatigue made him fall directly on the sofa in the Fanxing practice room.

"Iruma!"

"Iruma-san!"

"Amen—"

"cold!"

As the girls screamed, Iruma Hibiki lost consciousness.

"You passed out from practicing guitar? Are you kidding me?!"

And Yidizhi Xingge outside the door couldn't help but feel a little bit unbelievable.

So naturally, as if it were a curse, Iruma Hibiki once again missed the opening ceremony of the fall semester. This was a cause for celebration.

"Hibiki, are you feeling better?"

On the first day of school, when Hibiki Iruma arrived in the classroom, he saw Nikka Ijichi with a worried look on her face.

"Yeah, I feel a little better now. I'm sorry for making everyone worried."

"Really? I've already scolded her. The goal she set is really too exaggerated."

Ijichi Hongxia looked sullen and sat with her back to him as usual.

"Actually, it's not Yamada-senpai's fault. It's mainly my own fault...but—"

Iruma Hibiki paused.

“I made it into the band.”

Then he said to Ichichi Hongxia.

"Congratulations, where is Iruma-san's new band performing?"

When asked this question, Ijichi Hongxia must have felt a little sad.

Perhaps there was a slight hope that the place of activity might still be Shimokitazawa.

"It should be Ikebukuro, not the first performance--"

Iruma Hibiki was silent for a moment.

"I want to be in Fanxing, so I will discuss it with the band leader."

Then he responded like this.

"Yeah! Come on!"

For Ijichi Hongxia, such a response must be regrettable, but——

Not bad either.

In her case, all she wanted was to see her important friend cheer up.

A few months ago, Hibiki Iruma really seemed to be on the verge of death, but now, it seems that some hope has been rekindled.

"Speaking of which..."

At this moment, Ijichi Hongxia suddenly remembered something and wanted to ask Iruma Hibiki.

"Ok?"

And Iruma Hibiki also raised his head and waited for Ijichi Kouka's question.

"nothing."

But in the end, Ijichi Hongka said nothing, but just smiled gently at Iruma Hibiki.

"I hope everyone can do well from now on and work together like we did during the summer vacation."

Ijichi Hongxia said from the bottom of her heart.

Gradually, her brilliant smile began to contain more stories that Hibiki Iruma could understand.

"Well, I will never forget the days of practicing with you all."

Iruma Hibiki spoke softly.

"Let's practice together again next time we have a chance."

"No problem. I'll probably be at Fanxing the whole time. You can come anytime, Iruma."

29 Nagasaki Suyo thought Toyokawa Shoko was "cute"

"Hello, Nagasaki-san. I apologize for the suddenness of your visit. How have you considered the matter before?"

"Eh?"

On the corridor of Tsuki no Mori, Nagasaki Suyo was startled by Toyokawa Shoko who suddenly came to talk to her. She quickly restored her usual demeanor and responded to Toyokawa Shoko in her usual sweet voice:

"Regarding the band matter... I can't give you a definitive answer right now, Toyokawa-san. Can you wait a little longer? I have my own concerns."

"What are your concerns? Can you talk to me about it?"

Toyokawa Shoko took a small step forward, and in front of Nagasaki Suyo's somewhat shocked gaze, she came to a distance that was at least friendly.

And facing such a sudden and invasive action——

Perhaps, Nagasaki Suyo is not annoying.

After a fleeting panic, Nagasaki Suyo rubbed her hair.

"It's actually something related to my lover."

"Lover?!"

Shoko Toyokawa exclaimed, her eyes widened and her face flushed with embarrassment.

"Is Shigaraki-san in a relationship now?"

"Yes."

Nagasaki Suyo responded affirmatively.

"But recently, I seem to have some problems with my relationship, which makes me very troubled. I also want to join your band, Toyokawa-san, but it may not be possible until the problems here are resolved."

Nagasaki Suyo clasped her hands together, turned slightly to the right, and responded to Toyokawa Shoko with a bright smile.

No matter who sees her now, they will feel that Nagasaki Suyo is probably experiencing a troubled love affair.

"So, if Shigaraki-san can handle his relationship, he'll be willing to join the band, right?"

Qi Ershanling Si Qishan Si Fengchuan Xiangzi grasped the key point of the words.

"Yes."

And Nagasaki Suyo also gave Toyokawa Shoko a positive answer -

Hibiki Iruma recognized Shoko Toyokawa in front of him.

In fact, Nagasaki Motoyo realized this just after she got Toyokawa Shoko's contact information. After all, Toyokawa Shoko didn't have a small account to cover up. She only used one account, even the same avatar and nickname, on all major software.

So it was natural for Nagasaki Suyo to notice that Toyokawa Shoko appeared everywhere in Iruma Hibiki's tweets.

"But even though I'm not sure whether I want to join yet, Toyokawa-san, could you tell me about the current band members?"

"Yeah, okay."

Toyokawa Shoko smiled brightly, then took out her cell phone as if to show off.

"The ones confirmed to be joining us now are the talented lyricist and vocalist, Tomo Takamatsu, drummer Tatsuki Shiina, who I connected with online and will be meeting in person, and Mutsu Wakaba, the lead guitarist, who I've known since childhood."

"Lead guitar..."

"Ok?"

Faced with Nagasaki Suyo's hesitation, Toyokawa Shoko turned her head away with a puzzled look, but in a moment, she found a reason for Nagasaki Suyo.

"Does Nagasaki-san remember Mu? She's in the same class as us and often gardens in the courtyard garden."

"Gardening... Yeah, I have an impression of it."

"Anyone else? Is there anyone else in the band?"

After a simple perfunctory response, Nagasaki Motoyo immediately continued to ask questions, directly interrupting Toyokawa Shoko's conversation, which made Toyokawa Shoko a little dissatisfied, but soon her dissatisfaction disappeared, and she continued to introduce Crychic.

"Then there's myself as the keyboardist. I'm not sure if I'll be joining the group, but Iruma Rengen-sensei, who's been a big topic of discussion in the rock and music circles lately, will try to get him."

When Toyokawa Shoko mentioned Iruma Hibiki, an innocent and lovely smile appeared on her face.

She didn't notice at all that Nagasaki Suyo was staring at her face closely, as if trying to analyze her every frown and smile, every micro-expression, and find some flaws in them.

But what disappointed Nagasaki Suyo was:

This woman, Toyokawa Shoko, looks a little silly——

Of course, this thought was fleeting in her mind, and she soon returned to normal.

"How did Toyokawa-san know that Iruma-kun teacher?"

Nagasaki Suyo asked.

"Is Nagasaki-san a fan of Iruma-sensei?"

Toyokawa Shoko asked with a slightly happy expression.

In fact, the successful formation of her band was probably half due to Hibiki Iruma.

After all, Shiina Riki joined the team purely for Iruma Hibiki, and Takamatsu Touma only officially agreed to join the team after hearing her say that she met the human teacher on the human-shaped overpass.

It can be said that half of the current members joined because of Hibiki Iruma.

So for Toyokawa Shoko at this moment, Iruma Hibiki is a must.

"Well, probably..."

Nagasaki Suyo responded ambiguously.

"You're lying, Nagasaki-san is acting like he cares."

"Eh!?"

When this was mentioned, Nagasaki Suyo was shaken violently for a moment, and then Toyokawa Shoko in front of her suddenly became serious and grabbed her wrist.