Girl idols are meant to be exploited!

"Hmph, just wait. I will definitely wash away this shame. I won't fail again!"

Rencai swore solemnly.

After bidding farewell to Nina's family, Taku Hoshikawa brought Nina to the Fanxing Livehouse.

After Hoshikawa Taku stated his purpose and said that he hoped to allow Arisato to continue performing here, Ijichi Hoshige agreed with a smile.

"Of course. In fact, many old customers came today after watching last night's concert and became fans of the band. They came to ask if Ci Wu Ci is still performing here."

"If Renna and the others were willing to come, I'd be more than happy to do so. They might even bring me a lot of new customers."

Without Hoshikawa Taku saying much, Xingge took the initiative to say that he would give Rencai and the others performance fees.

After receiving a clear reply, Nina almost jumped for joy. She said goodbye immediately and went back excitedly to tell Kawahara Momoka the good news.

After Nina left, Hoshikawa Taku did not leave, and continued to sit face to face with Ijichi Hoshika.

Although the two were already dating, there were many people in the Livehouse and Hoshikawa Taku even saw the sound engineer known as "PA-san" looking at them with an ambiguous expression.

So the two of them kept a certain distance and did not make any intimate actions.

Now that business is done, it's time to talk about personal matters.

Xingchuan Taku lowered his voice slightly and said with a smile: "Xingge, I have arranged the work at the office. Let's go traveling tomorrow or the day after tomorrow."

"Huh? So sudden?"

Xingge opened her eyes wide and said in surprise, "I haven't prepared anything yet."

"When it comes to traveling, if you prepare everything and it doesn't live up to your expectations, you'd be disappointed, right? I think it's a good idea to travel without any preparations and with high expectations."

Xingge blinked, feeling a little moved by what he said.

"That sounds like a good idea... I also want to take a trip on a whim."

After thinking for a moment, she made up her mind.

"So, are we going on a trip for a few days? I'll temporarily hand over the business of the store to PA-san and ask a friend to come over and help."

"My expected plan is seven days, but it may be extended or shortened depending on the situation."

Hoshikawa Taku said.

Xingge frowned hesitantly: "You've been out for so long... I haven't let Hongxia stay home alone for a long time. I don't know if she can adapt."

Seeing her worried look, Hoshikawa Taku laughed out loud.

"Hongxia is a little adult. She can definitely take care of herself at home alone."

He glanced at Xingge and jokingly said, "And I think Hongxia might be more relaxed if you weren't at home. She wouldn't have to worry about cleaning up the mess you make after you get drunk every day."

"Hey, what are you talking about!"

Xingge glared at him in embarrassment and raised her hand as if to hit him, "You make it sound like I've caused Hongxia a lot of trouble!"

Although she refuted it verbally, Xingge knew in her heart that on weekdays, whether it was cooking, cleaning, or daily life details, it was almost all taken care of by Hongxia silently.

Compared to herself, Hong Xia is more like the "mother" who takes care of the housework.

The two of them laughed and chatted for a while. Xingge sat back in her chair, resting her elbows on the table, and sighed in distress. "It's easy in the store. I can just find any excuse to leave. But as for Hongxia...how should I explain it to her?"

"Could it be that I'm leaving you at home alone because I'm going on a trip with my boyfriend? Hong Xia will definitely be angry."

Hoshikawa Taku didn't think Hong Xia would be angry.

After all, Hong Xia is also very worried about Xing Ge's lifelong affairs. If Xing Ge says that she is going out to travel with Xingchuan Taku, Hong Xia will at most complain a few words and will not stop it.

However, he could understand Xingge's concerns, so he smiled and said, "Then let me go back with you. Hongxia already knows about our relationship. As long as we talk it over, she should agree."

"Right……"

Xingge thought about it and nodded in agreement.

If she were alone, she wouldn't know how to talk to Hong Xia. If Xingchuan Taku was with her, she would feel a lot more at ease.

So, after the Livehouse closed, the two of them went back to Xingge's home together.

……

Hongxia was sitting on the sofa in the living room waiting for her sister, holding a comic book that she was almost finished reading.

When the door lock clicked, she looked up and saw that Hoshikawa Taku actually walked in with his sister side by side. Her eyes widened on the spot.

What's going on? Why did my sister come back with Mr. Hoshikawa?

It's already ten o'clock in the evening!

She observed the two of them. Their clothes were not messy and their expressions were normal, but the atmosphere was filled with an ambiguous tranquility.

Could it be that... Mr. Xingchuan is staying overnight tonight?

Hongxia knows that her sister is dating Taku Hoshikawa, but isn’t their relationship currently limited to holding hands and kissing? Her sister has been complaining recently that they don’t spend enough time together. When did they take that last step?

Just when Hong Xia was sensibly considering whether to find an excuse to stay at a classmate's house, Xingge spoke first: "Hong Xia, we two want to tell you something..."

"I understand, no need to say more!"

Hong Xia stood up and spoke before the two of them, "I just happened to make an appointment with a classmate to stay overnight tonight. I'm leaving now. Don't worry, I won't disturb you!"

She said as she started to run to her room to pack her things.

"Eh?"

Xingge was stunned for a moment and reached out to stop her, "Hongxia, we're going on a trip, not leaving tonight... Why are you staying overnight?"

"Travel, travel?"

Hong Xia paused and turned her head in confusion, "You two? When did it happen?"

Ichichi Xingge explained, "We're planning to leave in the next two days and will probably be gone for about a week. Is it okay for you to stay home alone?"

seven days?

Traveling alone?

It didn't sound like anything special, but after Hong Xia thought about it, the meaning of this sentence suddenly became profound.

They are a couple after all, what’s the difference between this and a married couple announcing that they are in the “preparation period” for pregnancy!

Traveling, a world for two, seven days, no disturbance... This, this is exactly what we are going for!

Hongxia's cheeks suddenly turned red, and all kinds of scenes that were inappropriate for underage girls flashed through her mind.

However, although she felt ashamed, she did not speak to stop it.

My sister is so old, but she has never been in a relationship. It’s not easy for her to meet a reliable boyfriend.

If her sister interferes, it will affect the progress between them.

So she coughed lightly as if nothing had happened, and then showed a "I'm very generous" smile:.

"Well, you can go together. But..."

She paused, a sly look in her eyes, "When you come back, remember to bring me some souvenirs. Don't try to trick me."

"Do not worry."

Hoshikawa Taku smiled and raised his right hand and swore, "I will definitely not fool you. I guarantee you will be satisfied."

Taku Hoshikawa didn't stay here for long. After confirming that Hongxia agreed to stay at home alone and chatting for a few minutes, he left.

After seeing him off, Hong Xia looked at the closed entrance door, then at her sister, who was still in a daze with a blushing face. She couldn't help but walk forward and said teasingly:

"Honestly, sister, you're almost thirty, you must seize this opportunity. Otherwise, if you miss this kind of good man, it will be difficult to meet him again in the future."

"You, you little devil..."

Xingge blushed with shame and scolded, "You've never been in love before, you little bitch, what do you know?"

"I've never been in a relationship, but neither have you, sister? In that regard, we're on the same level, right?"

Hong Xia smiled slyly, "Sister, if you miss this opportunity, maybe I will have a boyfriend and you will still be single."

"Little guy is asking for a beating!"

Xingge angrily picked up the cushion and threw it over.

Hong Xia dodged with a wicked smile, saying, "That's right, it's because you like to use violence, that's why no one wants you. When you travel with Mr. Xingchuan this time, you must control yourself well and don't scare him away!"

"Shut up right there! If I can't find a boyfriend, I'll make sure you stay single for the rest of your life!"

Xingge rushed over with laughter and scolding, and the two sisters immediately started playing together in the living room.

……

When Taku Hoshikawa returned home, it was almost midnight.

But at this time the lights in the living room were still on, and there was a figure curled up on the sofa - Hiroi Kikuri was sitting there cross-legged, holding a pillow in her hands, her face full of dissatisfaction and uneasiness, sitting there alone drinking.

Hoshikawa Taku saw that she had already drunk four or five bottles of beer.

"Hey, why are you drinking again..."

Hoshikawa Taku said speechlessly, "Today is not a day for indulgence."

"I helped you convince Xiao Ai to agree to your harem. I've done such a great deed, and you said you'd reward me. Can't I even have a few bottles of wine?"

Hiroi Kikuri asked confidently.

Hoshikawa Taku choked.

"Uh...it's really no problem. Go ahead and drink it."

Hiroi Kikuri helped Hoshikawa Taku solve the problem that had been bothering him for a long time, so she really deserves a reward.

"By the way...you came back so late, didn't you go looking for that woman again?"

As Hiroi Kikuri spoke, she moved closer, almost putting her face on Hoshikawa Taku's shoulder, and took a deep breath.

"Ha, I knew it was like that, you reek of alcohol and perfume!"

She glared at Taku Hoshikawa, as if she had caught her cheating boyfriend in the act.

“It tastes like a livehouse.”

Hoshikawa Taku said calmly, "I went to Fanxing and discussed with Xingge the subsequent performance arrangements for Youci Wuci. If you don't believe me, you can call her or Rencai to confirm."

“…Oh, I see.”

Seeing how calm Taku Hoshikawa was, Hiroi realized that he was telling the truth, and his expression relaxed.

She leaned back on the sofa, but couldn't stop complaining:

"Hoshikawa, you're so nice to Nina and the others! I heard that after their concert, each of them received a bonus of 400,000 yen!"

"They can perform on big stages, increase their profile, and earn money... Why do they get all the good things?"

Hiroi Kikuri's tone was sour, she was really envious.

Four hundred thousand yen! This is the only amount their band can get paid for a performance.

But the band's operating costs must be deducted first, and the maximum amount she will get in the end is 100,000 yen.

They only received this kind of treatment after they became famous.

Before she became famous, she even paid for the subway, equipment, practice room rentals, and begged the owners of livehouses to let them perform...

Now these newcomers didn’t have to endure the same hardships as their seniors, and they had such a great start for the first time. How could she not be envious and go crazy!

"You say that as if I'm abusing you."

Hoshikawa Taku glanced at her and said speechlessly, "Although I didn't give you a bonus, you eat and live with me, and enjoy my care every day. Xiao Ai is eager to switch places with you, and you are still complaining here..."

Hiroi sighed.

"I know this kind of treatment is pretty good, and I'm not dissatisfied. It's just that I haven't performed in over a month, and I'm a little frustrated..."

When it comes to her love for music, Kikuri Hiroi is definitely not inferior to anyone else.

Now, watching the girls around her perform on stage, she could only watch from the audience, and the resentment in her heart was about to overflow like beer.

"You want to perform? Of course."

Hoshikawa Taku sat down next to her and opened a bottle of beer, drinking it while casually saying, "I'm not stopping you. If you receive a notice, you can go anytime. No problem, I won't ask you for a share."

Hiroi said angrily, "I'm not talking about those little livehouse shows, I'm talking about this big stage with tens of thousands of people watching at the same time! I want the performance you arrange for me!"

Hoshikawa Taku shrugged and feigned helplessness, saying, "I could arrange a performance for you, but your two teammates haven't signed yet, so it's not convenient for me to let you go on stage alone. If you'd like to debut solo, that's another matter."