We agreed to be in a band for life, what the heck is Dragon Raja?

"You can get a feel for it first, and then try it when you're ready."

Shiina Riki looked at Nagasaki Motoyo, and Nagasaki Motoyo's gaze shifted from Nagumo Ugetsu to her, and she nodded with a smile.

"Well then, Shiina-kun, let's try it together."

Nagasaki Motoyo said gently.

"it is good."

Without hesitation, Shiina Riki skipped the very beginning of the original Choir violin piece and started testing the sound directly from the end.

The music is ringing.

Without any other instruments or lead singer, Nagumo Ugetsu was simply sensing the coordination between their drum set and bass.

"Lixi, could you slow down a little?"

"Okay, that's much better."

As Nan Yun Yuyue listened, she would occasionally interrupt to offer suggestions for improvement.

Time passes slowly.

After the two auditioned, Nangumo Ugetsu added Wakaba Mutsu's guitar, bringing all three instruments into the piece at the same time.

Ruoye Mu's guitar skills far surpassed those of his peers, and he easily integrated into the collaboration between the two, creating a harmonious and complementary effect.

The Butterfly Troupe doesn't have a keyboardist, but Nanon Ugetsu has pretty much mastered the rhythm of the piece. After making some minor changes, they had Toyokawa Shoko try to incorporate a bit more and slightly adjust the timbre.

"Keyboard instruments... are generally used to provide harmonic support... and are also an important means of enhancing musicality."

The piece only became complete after Toyokawa Shoko's electronic keyboard was added.

Because the opening of "Flame of Hope" is a violin section, this section was not included in the practice set.

Nan Yun Yu Yue first had them try out the song's verses, chorus, interlude, and coda separately before she had them blend them together.

The instruments worked together very well, and after several rehearsals, the band members gradually became familiar with each other, and the music became smoother.

Nan Yun Yu Yue looked at what was in front of her.

Shiina Tatsuki's drum kit was perfectly timed for every beat.

Although she told Toyokawa Shoko that she had never heard of the Butterfly Band's songs when they first met at the Yuzawa Cafe, she later practiced them all in private.

As Nagasaki Motoyo played the bass, she glanced at each member of the band, her fingers moving at a rapid pace.

Ruoye Mutsu's eyes were fixed on his guitar, his fingers flying across the keys, his expression calm.

The electronic keyboard was an instrument added by Nagumo Ugetsu after some modifications.

However, Toyokawa Shoko's piano skills are extremely high, and coupled with her extensive knowledge of the Butterfly Troupe's pieces, her tone doesn't sound out of place at all; on the contrary, it has a unique charm.

He looked around and then spoke softly:

"With those eyes that never waver, let's carve out our own tomorrow."

"No matter when"

……

"I cannot stop moving forward, nor will I ever stop moving forward."

The world is smiling.

"Prepare for my arrival."

Nan Yun Youyue began to sing.

Although he had sung a few songs at karaoke at the request of the girls, this was the first time he had done so during a regular band practice.

Toyokawa Shoko looked at Nagumo Ugetsu with some surprise, not expecting him to suddenly join in the melody.

However, compared to Kurata Mashiro, the lead vocalist of the Butterfly Band, Nagumo Ugetsu's voice is more magnetic, adding a different feel to the song.

Shoko Toyokawa looked at his face, felt a pang of emotion, and then returned to playing her instrument.

After hearing Nanon Ugetsu's singing, Wakaba Muku quietly raised his head.

The previous guitar melody had passed, and this one was slightly simpler than the previous one. So, she controlled her fingertips to press the chords while looking at Nan Yunyuyue.

Nagasaki Motoyo was also somewhat surprised, but when she heard that it was Nagumo Ugetsu singing, she couldn't help but smile gently.

Nan Yun Yuyue, carrying a spare microphone, walked slowly into the rehearsal room.

This... is a typhoon.

Gao Songdeng was somewhat stunned, and she looked at Nan Yunyuyue.

She knew in her heart that he was demonstrating for her. She realized that lead singers could reach this level. She never imagined that even stage positioning was an art.

As Takamatsu was thinking, his thoughts became somewhat hazy.

When this melody ends, in the interlude before the next verse begins,

suddenly,

Nan Yun Yuyue looked at Gao Songdeng.

He handed the microphone over.

Gao Songdeng was stunned for a moment.

She was still holding the microphone that Nan Yun Yuyue had handed her when she arrived at the rehearsal room, and she didn't quite understand why she was being given a second one now.

But she still instinctively took it, and then, under Nan Yun Yuyue's gaze, began to softly sing:

"No matter what, always face it with a smile."

I will remain true to myself and won't let anyone get in my way.

"A fierce gale will make the flames burn even more intensely."

……

Gao Songdeng didn't know why he was able to handle it so smoothly.

Just like in a music program, after the male guest finishes singing his part, he naturally hands the microphone to the female lead.

Takamatsu held two microphones. He put the one that Nanon Ugetsu handed him to his lips, while the original microphone was placed in front of him with his other hand.

This time, Nan Yun Yuyue quietly retreated again, not standing beside her.

Compared to before, Gao Songdeng felt that she had more courage. Although her singing was not as powerful as when Nan Yunyuyue sang, it was still much better than before.

The lyrics flowed out like water:

"See how all sorts of things are constantly born when we encounter them."

"Let those countless fragments combine and overlap, creating a dream that is unique in the world, a dream that belongs to us."

"Let's take it all with us, to that ideal place."

……

Boom!

The drumsticks fell.

The music ended.

clap clap clap-

This time, everyone applauded at the same time.

After Nan Yunyuyue had clapped for a dozen times, she was about to put down her drum when the applause around her hadn't stopped.

Toyokawa Shoko's eyes were bright:

"Student Deng, your singing..."

She was about to say something, but suddenly paused for a moment, feeling as if she couldn't express herself clearly.

So, Toyokawa Shoko left the electronic keyboard and went to Takamatsu Akari's side.

"That feeling just now...it sounded really good."

A hint of surprise flashed in her eyes.

"Student Deng must have practiced at home for a long time to improve so quickly."

"Maybe we'll be able to perform on stage soon."

Toyokawa Shoko's expression held a hint of expectation.

Nanon Ugetsu then walked up and stood with Toyokawa Shoko.

Then, the other members of the band also walked over to Nan Yun Yuyue's side, forming a circle around her.

Toyokawa Shoko thought to herself:

"Since Todora is working so hard... not only practicing as the lead vocalist, but also writing lyrics..."

"My music must not disappoint everyone's expectations."

As her thoughts wandered, the voices of the other band members echoed in her ears:

"That's really unexpected, Deng."

"At this rate, we might actually be able to perform on stage very soon."

"Takasong not only has a great singing voice, but he is also very talented at writing lyrics."

"You can ask Nan Yun for guidance on writing novels later..."

"Ha ha ha ha."

The atmosphere inside the practice room was relaxed.

Nan Yun Yuyue looked at the scene before her with a smile on her face.

Even Wakaba Mutsu, who had been silent all along, spoke softly to praise Takamatsu Akari's singing.

However, the girls did not forget Nanon Ugetsu in the end, and the final topic of conversation all came down to him.

"Nagamo-kun is so experienced in the band..."

"That's true. I feel like she's even better than some of the senior students who have been in bands for several years."

"Has Nagumo-kun ever performed before? You can't just write novels, can you?"

……

Shoko Toyokawa snapped out of her daze and looked at Ugetsu Nagumo.

"Thanks to Nagumo, the band's progress is much faster than I expected."

Toyokawa Shoko naturally knew how difficult it was for members of a band to get along with each other.

In most bands, there will be members who were not familiar with each other before the band was formed.

It's even possible that within a band, each member might have different musical tastes and different understandings of the stage.

Without an experienced person to guide and mediate, it would take who knows how long it would take for the band members to adapt to each other on their own.

The presence of Nagumo Ugetsu greatly prevented them from taking such a detour, and also allowed Takamatsu Akari, who was not good at singing, to quickly adapt to the rhythm of the lead singer.

"Nagamo-kun...you really are a lifesaver."

"Fortunately, he came to the Forest of the Moon."

Toyokawa Shoko thought to himself.

And on the other side,

Ruo Ye Mu kept looking at Nan Yun Yu Yue, then glanced around at the other band members, seemingly feeling a little uncomfortable with so many girls his age staring at him.

Motis's voice suddenly echoed in my mind:

"Xiao Mu... there are so many people here."

"They are all really amazing, and each of them has their own strengths."

"Of course, whether this statement is actually about music... you'll have to figure it out for yourself."

Inside the Temple of Consciousness, Metis gave a cryptic smile:

"It's been three or four days already, and Xiao Mu still hasn't had a chance to use the trial pack. Does she really intend to wait until the last month before using it?"