My fiancée Yukino

Luo Bai agreed, saying, "That's right, and Shi Yu also writes novels, you can ask her for help."

Elena thought for a moment and nodded: "Okay, I'll give it a try."

At noon, everyone had lunch together at Elena's house. During the meal, Elena also told Shiyu about publishing her novel.

Upon hearing this, the animal husbandryman immediately became interested and nodded in agreement: "Okay, I'll help!"

Since Elena's novel and her new book don't conflict in genre, and they're good friends, Shiyu was naturally happy to help.

After lunch, the two went straight into the study and began working on turning Elena's travel stories into a novel.

Elena's hometown is indeed a very livable place. In the afternoon, Luo Bai and Yukino took a short stroll around the area, and Luo Bai rested comfortably on the grass with his head on Yukino's lap.

Around 3 PM, it's time to go to the concert with Nina and the others.

Our visit to Elena's place was coming to an end.

After saying goodbye to Elena's family, Luo Bai and his group entered the portal and returned to their own world.

Most people didn't choose to go to the concert, so in the end only Lohbai, Yukino, Hoshino Ai, the band Link, plus Akoya Maju and her sister Mama.

That adds up to quite a few people.

Upon arriving in Kawasaki, everyone met up with Nina and the others.

It was the first time that Nina and the others had met Yukino, Kita, and Kotori, and they immediately got to know each other.

Nina glanced at Yukino, then at An and Subaru, clapped her hands, and said, "Same long, straight black hair! Is this really how a young lady should have her hairstyle?"

An and Subaru delivered a direct elbow strike to Nina, whispering, "I'm not some rich girl, don't talk nonsense!"

"Ugh... that elbow strike you delivered... that's definitely not your average young lady's move, it's more like a violent one..."

On the other side, Momoka said with a smile, "Indeed, don't be fooled by Subaru's innocent appearance; he's actually quite capable."

After everyone gathered, since there was still some time before the 6 PM concert, they went to a coffee shop near the venue to drink coffee and have some snacks to kill time.

Sitting comfortably in her booth, Yukino looked up the venue for today's performance on her phone and said, "It's a venue with a total capacity of 3,000 people, and it's not even a large performance venue. Do you think it can be full?"

Renna and Momoka exchanged a glance and said, "The online ticketing channels show that it's sold out, but it should be full. After all, it's a band that's been around for several years, and now that they've signed a contract and debuted, they've attracted a new group of fans. For a formal performance like this, it's bound to be full."

Sitting opposite her, Hongxia was also looking at information about Diamond Dust on her phone. After seeing the band members' outfits, she looked at Taoxiang and said, "This band's style really doesn't suit you, Taoxiang. Going for an idol band style is fine, but this sudden change is undoubtedly a betrayal of old fans. I've seen some comments online, and many original fans have indeed chosen to unfollow. The band seems to be doing well now, but it's hard to say how high they can go."

Liang, sitting next to Hongxia, nodded and said, "The word 'idol' in a band implies a limited lifespan, especially for an all-female band. They can't carry the idol label forever. Is that why Xiao Ai decided to change her image?"

While eating cake, Hoshino Ai smiled and said, "Oh right, of course I can be an idol singer, but I personally don't want to be just an idol singer, so I've been learning various professional vocal techniques to improve my skills. Actually, being an idol and being a professional are not contradictory, but the most important thing is how many choices the agency gives you. If the agency only lets you be an idol, you'll end up like Diamond Dust now, completely different from who you were before."

Looking at the photos of the four of them on Hongxia's phone, Hoshino Ai's eyes also held a hint of emotion.

Nina clenched her fist and said confidently, "To be in a band, you have to stick to your own style, otherwise how can you rock out? We will never lose!"

No sooner had she finished speaking than Subaru poured cold water on her enthusiasm: "Don't just have the air of confidence, practice your guitar properly first."

"Woo..."

Volume 1: Chapter 939 The Meeting After the Concert (1/2)

At 5:30 pm, after eating something to tide us over, we all arrived at the concert venue and went through the ticket check-in process.

When the group arrived at their VIP room on the upper floor, most of the audience below had already arrived.

Leaning on the railing, Subaru whispered, "There are quite a lot of people here. When we arrived, there were still people queuing to enter. It seems like the venue is basically full."

Yukino, standing nearby, said, "I checked Diamond Dust's current agency. They do mainly manage various idol singers and idol groups, and they've produced a few quite famous ones. However, their momentum has declined somewhat in the last two years. Two idol groups disbanded, and now they've signed Diamond Dust and invested a lot of resources in them. It seems they want to make up for their losses through Diamond Dust."

After listening, Kita asked curiously, "Sigh! Is the company short of money?"

On the other side, Ai Hoshino explained, "Money is secondary; the main issue is resources. It's not a very big company to begin with. Unless you're incredibly lucky and sign an artist who becomes an overnight sensation, a company of this size can't cultivate top-tier artists. Both the agents and the company's resources are limited. Without good endorsement and event contracts, development is impossible. In the entertainment industry, an artist's ability is only part of the equation; the resources the company behind them can access are the most important. Signing with a good company is crucial."

Upon hearing this, Renna and the others silently looked down at the stage.

For a band like them, which hadn't even debuted yet, such a venue was something they wouldn't even dare to dream of.

However, for Hoshino Ai, it can only be considered average, which shows the initial difference between them.

This year, Ai Hoshino's tour has seen at least 8,000 people at each concert venue, with the largest attendance reaching 12,000.

Not to mention the Budokan concert that's basically confirmed for next year, and the upcoming Kohaku Uta Gassen.

With longing in her eyes, Nina said, "I wonder when we'll be able to perform on a stage like this."

Rupa smiled and patted Nina's head, saying, "Keep it up, you can definitely do it."

The concert started promptly at 6 p.m.

This was the first time Luo Bai had ever seen an idol girl group concert. Like Hoshino Ai's B Komachi back then, they were just idol girl groups, not idol bands, so there was a difference.

Throughout the entire performance, the atmosphere was definitely on point, and the audience was very enthusiastic.

But for Luo Bai, who understands some music, just like Liang commented before, apart from the song "Empty Box," only two other songs were somewhat interesting. The entire concert was kept going thanks to the lively performance of the four band members.

In terms of musical ability, they are still a notch short.

There is potential, but it's unclear whether there will be an opportunity to develop it.

At 7:30, the concert ended, and it was time to leave.

Luo Bai then looked at Ren Cai and Momoka and said, "How about it? Do you want to go see them? I can manage this."

After exchanging a glance, Nina and Momoka nodded without waiting for Momoka's reply, saying, "Then we'll have to trouble you, senior!"

Luo Bai knew Ren Cai would answer like that, and smiled as he took out his phone.

Soon, staff members arrived at the VIP room and led everyone to the interior of the venue, eventually arriving at the Diamond Dust lounge.

After learning that the Diamond Dust members were resting and changing inside, Luo Bai looked at Ren Cai and Tao Xiang.

"Shall we go in? Or wait here?"

Although they were there to protest, Nina wasn't rude and said directly, "Let's wait here for a bit, are you in a hurry, seniors?"

Luo Bai smiled and shook his head, letting Ren Cai do as she wished.

Nina also looked at Momoka, who had been silent the whole way.

"Sister Taoxiang, we've already formed a band and signed a contract, so don't keep dwelling on the past. Since you've made the decision, don't regret it. Besides, you didn't do anything wrong, did you? Everyone has their own principles, and no one can criticize you."

Pouting, Momoka shook her head helplessly: "Since when did you become so bold that you can even teach me? You really have a lot of nerve."

Momoka gently poked Nina's forehead and said, "I just don't know what to say when I see them."

"It's simple, say whatever you want, what's there to be afraid of? We outnumber you!"

"Don't talk like we're the mafia!"

As they were talking, the door to the lounge opened, and the four members of Diamond Dust, now dressed in casual clothes, came out.

As soon as I came out, I saw a crowd of people standing in the aisle and was startled.

Then, Momoka's three old teammates saw her and exclaimed in surprise.

"Taoxiang!"

"Why are you here!"

Nina, meanwhile, stared at her friend whom she had broken off with, the atmosphere tense.

Hina, whose hair had been dyed pink and whose appearance was completely different from before, looked at Nina with a complicated expression and said, "I didn't expect that you could still do this after dropping out of school. So, what brings you here today?"

Nina retorted without backing down, "It's simple. I haven't done anything wrong. I'm here to tell you this! As for the rest, the concert was good, but we will definitely surpass you!"

"kindness?"

Hina glanced at Hoshino Ai, who wasn't wearing sunglasses and whose identity was instantly recognizable, and exclaimed in surprise, "You've actually signed with a talent agency? That's really lucky."

Momoka's three former teammates also saw Hoshino Ai and the Bond Band, and they all happily congratulated Momoka.

"Momoka, can you finally debut?"

"Great!"

Congratulations! Keep it up!

It's clear that Tao Xiang's three former teammates understand her very well and aren't angry about her leaving the team back then.

Having been teammates for three years, they know Momoka's personality very well. Momoka would never agree to the path they're taking now; it's her insistence as a musician.

Furthermore, they were all very happy to learn that Momoka's band had signed with Hoshino Ai's agency.

However, things weren't so pleasant for Nina and Hina.

Luo Bai could also see that Ren Cai's past friend was not the kind of person who was easy to get along with. In fact, she was even more talkative than Ren Cai and had a sharp tongue.

With her arms crossed, Hina looked at the aggressive Nina and said, "You're lucky, but let's see how much ability you have. I hope your agency won't lose money because of you."

"I won't lose money!!!"

Hoshino Ai smiled and walked over, putting her arm around Nina's shoulder. She looked at Hina and said, "You'll see Nina's strength soon enough. Please look forward to it."

Volume 1: Chapter 940 Return, Evening Activities (2/2)

After chatting with Diamond Dust's old teammates for a while, Momoka said goodbye to them.

Before getting into the car, Momoka looked at the three people who came out with her and said, "Good luck. Next time we meet, we'll probably be rivals."

The three of them nodded in unison, waved to Tao Xiang, and watched her get into the car.

Then, they looked at the girl standing behind them.

"Hina, I've never heard you mention knowing Momoka's friends?"

"And it seems their relationship isn't very harmonious?"

The pink-haired girl turned her head away and said softly, "It's all in the past, there's nothing to talk about."

The three of them looked at each other and decided not to ask any further questions.

On Luo Bai's side, the group took a car back, not to Ren Cai and the others' dormitory, but directly towards Chiba.

Sitting in the car, Nina looked nervously at the scenery outside the window and said, "This is my first time going to Chiba. I wonder what it's like?"

Hoshino Ai, sitting opposite, smiled and said, "No matter what it is, you won't see it tonight. Let's wait until tomorrow. As for accommodation tonight, you can stay at our house. We have guest rooms."

Nina exclaimed happily, "We're staying at Ai's house? That's wonderful!"

Subaru then asked from the side, "Wouldn't this be too intrusive? After all, it's just me personally."

Sitting next to Ai, Yukino said, "It's nothing. There are already enough people at home, so it's lively enough. A few more people won't make a difference."

Although they knew that Luo Bai had a large harem, none of them really felt it.

It wasn't until more than half an hour later, when they arrived at their destination, that they truly understood what Yukino meant.

In the spacious living room of the villa, Mai, Haruno, Medea, and Medusa were sitting together on the sofa, watching an idol drama that was being broadcast and commenting on the plot.

Xia Shi and the other girls sat on a blanket to the side, playing the new board games they had just bought.

Everyone else also has their own things to do.

Nina even saw four racehorse girls, led by Oguri Hat, sitting at the dining table, happily eating various desserts.

We're back!

Upon seeing Luo Bai return, the little ones immediately abandoned their board games and ran over in a flash.

"This time Misaka Misaka is first!"

Shouting, Last Order was the first to run over, leaping up and hanging on Luo Bai.

"Welcome back, dear brother!"

"Yes, I'm back." Luo Bai smiled and hugged Last Order, then turned to the five girls, "These girls came to Chiba today. Like Ichiri and the others, they're in a band."

As he walked in, Luo Bai introduced Ren Cai and the other four to everyone in the family, and also introduced everyone on the first floor.

King Arthur, Ushiwakamaru, Medea, and other racehorse girls like Oguri Hattori, truly shocked Nina and the others' values.

After looking around, Luo Bai asked, "Aren't Shiyu, Eriri, and Mordred here?"

After eating a cookie, Artoria said, "Mordred and Eriri are upstairs doing a live stream. As for Utaha, she's having a video call with Elaina, discussing the novel. She's been up there for a while now."

Luo Bai nodded, then looked at Ren Cai and the other four and said, "Let's go, I'll show you the rooms first. Sera, are the guest rooms ready?"

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