Green plums cannot become lovers.

The pink-haired guitarist, though slightly less skilled, still possessed solid technique. However, what was even more impressive was her expression—she was constantly smiling, not the kind of professional, fake smile, but a genuine, heartfelt smile of enjoying the music. Her body swayed gently to the rhythm, every movement brimming with infectious energy.

The lead singer, with short gray hair, has a clear and powerful voice. When she sings the ** part, she closes her eyes slightly, as if she is completely immersed in the music. That sense of engagement is captivating.

The guitarist with heterochromia seemed to be the most skilled of the five. But once she started playing, her hands moved as if under a spell, swiftly across the fretboard, her solos flowing flawlessly.

The drummer, with her long, straight black hair, played with a unique sense of rhythm. She wasn't just "playing" the drums; she was "dancing" them. Every strike was perfectly timed, and every filler was refreshing and delightful.

The brown-haired bassist was the most mature-looking of the five. She stood towards the back of the stage, but her presence was undeniable. Her bass line wasn't just a simple root note, but an independent melodic line that interacted with the guitar in the lower register, adding depth to the music.

When the song ended, the audience erupted in enthusiastic applause and cheers.

An and Asuka also clapped.

He looked at the five girls on the stage and suddenly noticed a detail.

Before the next song began, the pink-haired guitarist glanced in a certain direction at the audience and then made a small "V" sign.

An and Asuka looked in that direction.

In the crowd, several girls who also looked like band members were waving towards the stage.

They all wore the same smile.

He looked away and continued to look at the stage.

The second song begins.

This time it was a faster-paced piece, and the style had changed. But just like before, they handled it with ease.

An and Asuka were quickly analyzing the situation in their minds.

The band's strengths are obvious—solid technique, excellent teamwork, and each member capable of carrying the band on their own. Moreover, their style is versatile, capable of handling both lyrical ballads and high-energy, energetic tracks.

Disadvantage

He looked at it carefully for a long time, but couldn't find any obvious flaws.

If I had to nitpick, it would be that the lead singer's stage presence was still a bit raw, unlike the others who seemed more natural. But that's just a matter of time, and has nothing to do with ability.

After the third song ended, the band finally spoke.

"Thank you everyone!" The pink-haired guitarist leaned close to the microphone, his eyes crinkling with a smile. "We're mygo! We're so happy to be performing here today!"

A cheer erupted from the audience.

mygo

An and Asuka silently memorized the name in their hearts.

The lead singer with short gray hair stepped forward: "There's one last song coming up, please continue to support us!"

The music started again.

The last song was a rock track with a strong beat, featuring dense drumbeats, a blend of guitar and bass, and a powerful, high-pitched vocal from the lead singer. Many audience members were waving their arms to the rhythm, creating an incredibly enthusiastic atmosphere.

An and Asuka stood in the crowd, watching this scene unfold.

He finally understood why Xiaomei had said this competition would be exceptionally intense.

——尹企锍y??尔9I?I.

After the performance, An and Asuka walked out of the performance hall and stood in the corridor for a while.

The crowd passed by him, discussing the performance they had just witnessed.

"Mygo is too strong!"

"Yes, I'd only seen videos of it online before, but seeing it live was even more amazing!"

"Are they really going to do a roadside concert? Isn't that bullying them?"

"I heard they want to gain experience, after all, they were only recently established."

"It's already this strong so soon after its founding, what will it be like in the future..."

An and Asuka listened to these discussions, seemingly lost in thought.

Recently established?

Their talent was even greater than he had imagined.

He was about to leave when he caught a glimpse of a familiar figure out of the corner of his eye.

It's that pink-haired guitarist.

She was standing at the other end of the corridor, talking to a few girls.

An and Asuka didn't go over; they just watched from a distance.

Then, he turned and left the ring.

-

On his way home, he took out his phone and sent a message to Ichi Nijika.

—I went to the Ring today and saw a few bands. They were really strong.

Soon, Ichi Nijika replied.

Ichiji Nijika: Huh? You went to spy on the enemy?! How did it go? Did you find anyone we know?

—There's someone called mygo, who's very strong.

—mygo......Never heard of him. Is he strong?

—Hmm. If we were to compete against them, our chances of winning wouldn't be great right now.

There was a moment of silence on the other end.

Then Ichi Nijika sent a message, her tone tinged with nervousness, but also with a hint of defiance.

—Then we'll practice until we can beat them!

An and Asuka looked at the words and smiled.

--it is good.

He put away his phone and continued walking.

The summer night air is exceptionally gentle.

Although his opponent was strong, he was not worried.

Because they also have their own advantages.

He's there.

-

Over the next few days, An and Asuka continued to shuttle between the two places.

I helped the band finish their work in the morning, and practiced with my own band in the afternoon.

The band's progress was clearly visible. Kita Ikuyo's rhythm became more and more stable, Ryo's bass became more and more inspired, Goto Ichiri learned to put emotion into her music, and Iji Tomoka's eyes increasingly showed the aura of a leader.

Meanwhile, the band Praise was also busy. Marina's drums became more powerful, Ai's singing became more and more infectious, Shizuka's bass lines became more and more imaginative, Eriri's keyboard timbre became more and more rich, and Kasumigaoka Utaha's guitar skills improved by leaps and bounds.

Everything is going in a good direction.

Five days before the start of the competition.

When An and Asuka returned to STARRY, they noticed that the four girls who had just finished their band performance looked a little off.

"What's wrong?" An and Asuka asked, somewhat puzzled. Usually, they should be chatting and laughing together.

Ichi Nijika looked up at him.

"Anhe, the competition group assignments are out."

An and Asuka were taken aback.

"and then?"

Nijika Ichi handed over her phone.

An and Asuka took it and looked at the group information on the screen.

His brow furrowed slightly.

The band was placed in Group C.

And among the other bands in Group C, several names were prominently displayed—

【Poppin'Party】

【Morfonica】

Hello, Happy World!

【MYGO!】

An and Asuka fell silent.

Isn't this... one of the bands that Xiaomei marked?

The fact that the All and End bands were grouped together suggests there was something fishy going on.

He looked up at the four girls, whose expressions all looked somewhat solemn.

This isn't a good sign. An and Asuka thought for a moment, then said, "Isn't this a good thing?"

The four girls looked up at the same time, their faces blank.

"Good, good for what?" Hongxia asked blankly.

"This should be considered the strongest group. If you can stand out in a group like this, that's true proof of strength."

He walked over and stood in front of them.

"What you need to do now is not worry about whether you can defeat them, but to maintain your current level. After all, no matter how much you worry, their strength is still there and will not decrease in the slightest."

"So, worrying about these things is useless."

"Moreover, the competition uses a points-based elimination system, so as long as you perform well, there is still a chance to advance together."

This competition is not a simple elimination system, but a points-based elimination system.

After all the bands have performed, there is an audience vote to eliminate them, which means that even the most competitive bands could still advance.

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The girls gradually relaxed after hearing his words.

“Anhe is right…” Hongxia repeated softly, then took a deep breath and looked up. “Instead of worrying here, we should focus our energy on practicing!”

Kita nodded vigorously: "Yes, yes, yes! There's no use worrying anyway, so let's just give it a shot!"

Liang succinctly summarized: "Same as above."

Although Goto Ichiri didn't say anything, he quietly hugged the guitar a little tighter, and the light in his eyes rekindled.

An and Asuka looked at them, a slight smile playing on their lips.

"Then let's continue."

-

A few days later, An and Asuka went to Ring again to scout out enemy positions.

It has to be said that big cities really do attract a lot of bands. And because of this, he could see many bands that were about to perform at roadside concerts. These past few days, he'd practically made this place his second base, spending all his time here whenever he wasn't practicing, watching one show after another, and memorizing each band one by one.

The performance hall was bustling as usual today.

As one band finished their performance, thunderous applause erupted from the audience. Soon, another band took to the stage.

The five girls each had their own unique charm. The most eye-catching one was the lead singer standing in the middle, wearing an adorable hair accessory that looked like a star or cat ears, radiating energy.

"We're Poppin'Party! Welcome back next time!"

She waved to the audience, her smile so radiant it seemed to glow. The audience cheered, instantly igniting the atmosphere.

An and Asuka stood in the crowd, observing intently.

The music is generally light and bright, with an upbeat rhythm and simple yet catchy melodies. The lead singer has a strong charisma; every movement and expression perfectly evokes the audience's emotions. While the guitarist's technique isn't top-tier, their coordination is excellent, blending seamlessly with the bass and drums.

He silently memorized their characteristics.

I must say, they are indeed a formidable team. Like yesterday's MyGO!!!!!, although their musical styles are different, both are very tough opponents.