Unaware that Rupa had already given herself a huge compliment, Misaka Hatsuka turned and walked to a window seat in the shop, where she sat down.
The wait felt both long and short; about twenty minutes later, the shop door opened, and MMK walked in. She was wearing a loose white T-shirt, her hair casually falling behind her head, her face showing a hint of fatigue, but her eyes remained sharp. She glanced around the shop and quickly spotted Chu Hua sitting by the window, then walked straight over.
“Nina.” mmk sat down next to Misaka Hatsuka, her tone calm, but her eyes held a complex emotion.
"mmk-san."
Misaka Hatsuka nodded, trying to make her voice sound calm and firm, just like the Jingqin Rencai in MMK's eyes before.
“You said you wanted to talk more, so let’s talk. But I have to make it clear first, my opinion will not change. A professional career is not for you, at least not now.”
Success can be achieved by doing what you love... There are probably very few people like that, right? Kawara Momoka doesn't want Iori Jinna to repeat her mistakes.
“I understand your concerns, mmk-san, but I still want to give it a try, at least I don’t want the band to break up like this.”
"Want to try it out? This tone... You're not Nina."
"You've changed your personality again."
With just one sentence, Momoka Kawara saw through Mitsumi Hatsuka's disguise.
"Hey, I'm Nina, mmk-san."
"I can't wait to explain," Misaka Hatsuka explained.
"No, you are not, but you don't need to pretend. We had already anticipated this moment."
A person's personality doesn't change drastically for no reason. How come the girl who was arguing with her yesterday, Jingqin Rencai, has become so polite now? Besides, Nina has acted very strangely before, and this isn't the first time.
This is the strangest place!
"Okay, I understand. I'm not Nina-chan after all."
After thinking for a while, Mikasa Hatsuka finally decided to tell the truth.
Since MMK has already seen through it, there's no need to continue pretending.
"This afternoon I only found out what I was supposed to do today by reading the words Nina wrote on her arm; the rest of the time I was completely clueless."
Misumi Hatsuka took a deep breath and decided to be honest. Looking into mmk's eyes, she slowly began to speak: "Actually, I am not Iori Niina. My name is Misumi Hatsuka. I don't know why I became Nina, but I know that she hopes I can help her and help your band."
Triangle Hatsuka doesn't want to see the band break up, after witnessing it twice already! She doesn't want a third time!
Upon hearing Hatsuka's statement, mmk's expression changed from calm to utter surprise; she was still somewhat taken aback by Hatsuka's explanation.
"I see. No wonder your tone and attitude are different from Nina's. This explains everything that happened before. Soul swapping? That's too unscientific. But since you're not Nina, it's easier to deal with."
The two sat by the window of Yoshinoya, the sunlight streaming in from outside casting a soft glow on the table. Momoka Kawara looked at Hatsuka Mikasa, a deep feeling within her wanting to share something with her.
Will Nina remember what I told you?
"I think I probably won't remember."
"That's good." Momoka Kawara sighed with relief.
“I understand your concerns about a professional career path. But Nina’s thoughts are also important.”
Triangle Chuhua smiled.
Let the core issues be handled by the core members. As an outsider, it's best for her not to get involved. Instead, she should focus on gathering intelligence.
“Nina is a talented child. Her enthusiasm and persistence remind me of myself in the past. But it is precisely because I have been through it that I know this path is even more difficult.”
Commercial bands are not child's play, nor can they be formed or disbanded at will. Once you enter the scene, you have to take on the corresponding responsibilities, and that's exactly how Diamond Star is moving forward with such a heavy burden.
There are countless products and music in the world that are critically acclaimed but commercially unsuccessful. While it may sound wonderful to simply make the music you love, life requires money.
You can't only talk about reality when all you need is reality, so you must be fully prepared before that!
"Perhaps mmk-san could find a compromise? One that doesn't give up on the band's dream, but also doesn't fully enter the commercial arena. For example, try producing music independently, releasing it through online platforms, and building a fan base and reputation. This way, the purity of the music can be maintained while laying the foundation for future development."
With the internet and media so developed now, perhaps this is a better path for those who are thornless but have thorns? Although there is no firm to help them, it is probably the most suitable method.
mmk was silent for a moment, seemingly seriously considering Mitsumi Hatsuka's suggestion. Her fingers tapped lightly on the table, and a hint of hesitation and struggle appeared in her eyes.
“Independent production…is indeed a good choice,” Momoka Kawahara said slowly. “Although this path will be difficult, at least we can maintain the purity of our music.”
"That's all I can say. By the way, I wonder if my work can be found in this world?"
Suddenly, Sangoku Hatsuka realized something very mysterious.
According to what MMK said, this world is definitely not a dream; everything has profound implications. And now, it's Nina herself... Is it possible for her to connect with her counterpart in this world?
Misaka Chuka decided to give it a try; if she succeeded, the impact on her future would be immeasurable! She dialed her own phone number directly.
One second, three seconds, five seconds.
And then, less than twenty seconds after the phone rang, it was answered!
"Hello? How did you get my private number? Your contact is saved as an unknown number."
The familiar voice came from the other end of the phone.
She did it! She actually... did it!
The person answering the phone at that moment was none other than Sanjiao Chuhua.
The triangular beginnings of this world!
Sanjiao Chuhua suppressed her excitement, said nothing more, and hung up the phone directly.
"Um, what's wrong, Nina..."
"It's nothing, mmk-san."
Mitsumi Hatsuka quickly shook her head, dispelling Kawara Momoka's doubts.
After learning this big secret, she suddenly had several wonderful thoughts!
Extra Chapter: Extra Chapter 3 Celery and Vegetable: Another One
To be honest, this isn't something Jing Qinrencai particularly enjoys doing.
Right is right, and wrong is wrong. Regardless of who is involved or what their motives are, if someone does something wrong, they must bear the consequences.
But when she saw Toyokawa Shoko standing arrogantly in front of her, she couldn't stand it anymore. The culprit who disbanded the Tomori band was standing right next to her!
Jing Qinren observed her surroundings and discovered that they were now standing near the high-speed rail platform, surrounded by several people who looked like band members.
“Wakaba Mutsu, Hachiman Kairin, Yutenji Wakanagi, and Toyokawa Shoko.”
After reviewing her initial memories, Jingqin Rencai realized the current situation.
At this moment, they were returning to Tokyo from a business trip, and it seemed that the band had argued about the series of performances they had just given on stage?
"Chuhua, are you alright? I saw you faint just now."
The blue-haired girl asked with concern.
Just now, Yutenji Wakana was about to have a heated argument with her, but Chuka suddenly fainted on the platform, and the argument that was about to start was instantly extinguished.
Now, Chu Hua has finally woken up!
"It's okay, I'm fine, you don't need to help me."
Although she sensed Shoko's concern, Izayoi still frowned slightly, took a half-step back warily, and distanced herself from Toyokawa Shoko.
In reality, no one could remain unmoved upon seeing such a beautiful and charming young woman as Xiangzi caring for them.
Although I really dislike Toyokawa Shoko, this is something I, Izare Nina, must mention!
"Now that Chu Hua is awake, let's continue our previous topic!"
"Now is a crucial moment, how can we let the audience down!"
"Do you really think this is okay, Xiangzi?"
Yutenji Wakame's words echoed on the deserted platform, each question penetrating deep into the heart of the cold-faced Toyokawa Shoko.
"That's just how I feel. How many times do I have to tell you before you understand?"
"But did you see the expectant looks in the audience's eyes? They all braved the heavy rain to come to the venue, and yet you won't let Mutsuko perform?"
As a commercial band, you should act like a commercial band.
Fame, audience, market, and everyone's preferences—these are all things that must be firmly grasped. Even though Mu Zi's performance has become a hot topic that the audience wants to see, Xiang Zi remains stubbornly unrepentant!
"Because Ave Mujica is a band!"
"Is there any need to be bound by the form of a band?"
"What did you say!"
"What can I say? Mutsuko herself doesn't have any objections, does she? Didn't she say it herself? It won't last long!"
"I don't think she cares about the band format, or even leaving Mujia, right?"
"Ugh!" Toyokawa Shoko's face showed pain.
"Wow, this Yutenji Ruomai is really good at talking! He completely confuses Xiangzi!"
Jingqinrencai was somewhat surprised.
In Tomori's memory, Xiangzi was always a majestic, arrogant, and invincible figure, as if nothing could stop him. But now, in front of Youtianji Ruomai, Xiangzi actually suffered a setback.
The performance, the audience—the amount of information was simply overwhelming.
Jingqin Rencai had no choice but to continue processing the words the two had just exchanged.
"Ave Mujica is a speedrunning budokan band, but the problem isn't with the music, but with something outside the band—the performance itself?"
After a minute, Jing Qinren finally figured out what they were arguing about.
It seems that everything originated from that girl named Wakaba Mutsumi?
Like a delicate porcelain doll, the blue-haired girl watched the argument silently, clutching the only black guitar case tightly in her hand.
Izare Rina's gaze remained fixed on Wakaba Mutsu, but the blue-haired girl remained silent, as if the argument between Nyan and Shoko had nothing to do with her.
Wakaba Mutsu stared blankly into the distance, as if waiting for something, or perhaps running away from something.
"Well, shouldn't we ask Xiaomu's opinion on this kind of thing? What are you two arguing about?!"
Finally, Ishigami Renna couldn't help but speak. Her voice wasn't loud, but it carried an undeniable firmness.
All eyes immediately turned to her, and even the usually silent Wakaba Mutsu raised her head slightly.
Chu Hua actually yelled at the two arguing people?
“Your arguing won’t solve anything.” Jingqin Rencai took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down.
Even though she knew that she was now Chu Hua, she could no longer stand by and watch this pointless argument.
Besides, when band members argue, she's usually the one at the center of the argument, right? In the band Thornless, it's always her and mmk arguing!
"Chuhua?" Toyokawa Shoko looked at her with some surprise, her eyes filled with a complex emotion.
"Xiangzi, Ruomai, you both have your own stances, but have you ever considered that Mutsuko is the key to this matter?" Izaya Rina's gaze fell on Ruoye Mutsuko again. "She's the one caught in the middle. Have you asked her what she really wants?"
Let's not delve into why Xiangzi wanted to disband Crychic for now; the most important thing right now is to resolve the Ave Mujica issue!
"Hatsuka, you make a good point." Hachiman Kairin called softly and nodded, agreeing with Iori Niina's statement.
"Wakaba-kun, if you have any thoughts, please speak them out. We are all here and we will listen to you."
Ruoye Mutsu's lips moved slightly, as if she wanted to say something, but ultimately no sound came out. Her fingers were still tightly gripping the guitar case, as if it were her only support.
I want to speak, but in the end, it will probably still be a mess!
"Look, she doesn't want to talk at all!" Yutenji Ruomai's voice carried a hint of impatience. "We're wasting our time here; it's completely pointless!"
"Meow Dream, you, stop talking!"
Jing Qinrencai glared at her directly.
Yutenji Wakana was stunned by Iori Rina's gaze and was speechless for a moment. She had never seen Hatsuka show such a stern expression before, as if she had become a completely different person.
Is this still the same soft and sweet Chu Hua from before?
Jingqin Rencai took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down. She was now Jingqin Rencai, but also Hatsuka, and a member of the Ave Mujica band. She had to stand in Hatsuka's shoes and resolve the current conflict.
She helped Kita and Tomori, so there's no reason why Hatsuka wouldn't help her too.
"For a band, musicality comes first, so I agree with Xiangzi's insistence on maintaining the band format."
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