He is an idol and a childhood sweetheart.

"Uh, okay, okay, I know the specific situation. It doesn't matter if you don't have to be so polite!"

In order to stop her from bowing, Daito Yuko quickly supported Higuchi Enka's shoulders, turned to Morino Rinse and said:

"Winning WING can be regarded as the goal of our office. We will definitely help if we can... Rinshi should think so too, right?"

"of course."

Duye Rinshi's answer was very decisive and resolute.

Duye Rinse has always been respectful and grateful to this senior who took the initiative to explain the past of Kento Watanabe to her and helped her clarify her own feelings.

"Being able to help Higuchi-senpai... Rinse is also very happy."

"Hey, isn't this quite promising..."

Asakura Toru, who was watching from the side, smiled and said:

"But having said that, this seems to be one of the few times when I see Enxiang asking for help. It is really a day worth remembering."

"........."

Although Higuchi Enka wanted to refute Asakura Toru, after all, she did have three people to ask for today, so she had no choice but to let Asakura Toru tease her.

At the same time, another person who had received the prior commission also walked out of the recording studio in front of him——

"Okay, the communication has been completed, everyone is ready to start."

"Excuse me, Miss Hashimoto."

"It's a small matter, just a recording appointment. It's within the scope of my job."

Hashimoto Hiyori said that Higuchi Enka does not need to care. Rather, as a latecomer, she is very happy to be relied on by Higuchi Enka.

"This is also to give 'President' a surprise, right? I understand, I understand."

"..."

Rather than saying it was a surprise...it was better to say that only in this way could he listen to the thoughts of his idols without any retreat.

Even though Kento Watanabe is a person who respects the opinions of artists very much and is willing to listen to everyone's worries, at this time he is still in a state of deliberately avoiding everyone's thoughts.If it's just an ordinary face-to-face interview, I'm afraid it won't be effective.

But if you face the stage, face her

With their voices pouring their hearts and thoughts into it, he no longer had any way out.

"Then let's make a quick decision!"

Toru Asakura first stretched, and then greeted the three people who had never participated in the recording.

"Come on, let me tell you the entire recording process, so that you will be more relaxed when you release your album in the future."

"It's too far-fetched. Today we are just recording the harmony."

"Sooner or later~"

As he spoke, Toru Asakura opened the door to the recording studio and walked in without hesitation.

After the other three people looked at each other, they also entered the recording studio together——

........................

"Then first, let's confirm the content of today's recording."

In the recording room, the mixer responsible for today's recording and mixing looked at the file handed to him by Hiyori Hashimoto in his hand and said:

"That is, about the harmony recording of the song "Ultramarine"."

Chapter 58: The immature’s right to choose and the elderly’s room for growth

Age is not the absolute reason why puppy love is considered "wrong" by everyone.But for most people, when they realize that love is just one of the many components of life, it is already after adulthood.

In the eyes of "children" who have an incomplete understanding of life and the world, love plays a huge role in their lives, so they do things that may seem impulsive, childish, or even so-called in the eyes of adults. Self-destructive behavior.

But...if these children have recognized society and reality in advance, and have seriously considered all the gains and losses brought about by this love relationship, their feelings can really be expressed with the simple word "puppy love" Measure it?

"...You are really good at choosing music."

After the recording ended, Daito Yuko, who had just taken off her headphones, said to Higuchi Enka with a complex expression:

"After he hears this song, no matter how determined he is, he may have to rethink his future."

Before this, Daito Yuko thought that Higuchi Enka would take the opportunity of this WING second-phase review to express her feelings to Kento Watanabe, just like last time.

However, when she saw Higuchi Enka's song selection and recorded the harmonies according to her request, she finally understood Higuchi Enka's true meaning.

"You really plan to cut off all his 'escape routes' and confront him head-on."

"Although this part is indeed intended in it, the song is actually also sung to ourselves."

Higuchi Enka gently fanned her ears and replied:

"After all, compared to him, we who are immature are the ones who should think more carefully."

Next, they will continue to act as "idols" for several years.

During this period, they will gain different growth and insights, and have a clearer and more mature understanding of their own lives.

Love is indeed not everything in life, but it is definitely one of the most important links.

Just like Daito Yuko once said before, their feelings at the moment may not necessarily last until the day the idol graduates.It is precisely because of this that Higuchi Enka chose this song that has nothing to do with love.

"Anyway, let's think about the answer while carrying out idol activities seriously."

At this young age, try to use a more mature approach to come up with an answer that you won't regret.

"Then let's have a listen first."

After the residual heat on his cheeks and ears dissipated, Higuchi Yuka picked up the headphones again.

"This is the only song I hope to get approval from all of you."

........................

"...That's it."

That night, Kento Watanabe finally breathed a sigh of relief after receiving the contact from Hiyori Hashimoto.

"It's been great to have the issues sorted out and the song selections done... it's great."

Although Kento Watanabe has always trusted Enka Higuchi, the delay in the song selection really made him worried about her.

In order to do a good job in public relations for the possible crisis, he has even begun to draft a media speech if he fails the second review...

"But then again...why did Ms. Hashimoto tell me?"

Feeling reassured, Kento Watanabe couldn't help but ask:

"Did she specifically ask for your help?"

[I was just asked to do some official business. The people who specifically helped her solve the problem were three other idols. 】

"……Eh?"

Hashimoto Hiyori's reply left Ken Watanabe stunned.

"In other words, Enxiang did not choose to rely on us adults this time, but chose three companions..."

【That’s it. 】

Unlike Kento Watanabe's astonishment, Hiyori Hashimoto's tone sounded very calm.

[And in terms of results, their solution is also perfect.We don't need to worry about it at all. 】

"…………"

After hearing this, Kento Watanabe immediately leaned back in his chair, and sighed with a wry smile:

"It's so amazing, my idols..."

[So didn’t I say everything?At times like this, just trust them. 】

Hashimoto Hiyori said:

[Although they are indeed still naive young people, they do have the ability to think independently.As producers, we must not ignore their own subjective initiative. 】

"Ah... that's true."

Kento Watanabe nodded and whispered:

"In some ways, I may have been overtaken by them..."

[I have asked the studio to work overtime on the harmony accompaniment, and I will probably submit it tomorrow.Prior to this, the announcement and follow-up negotiations on WING were left to Mr. Watanabe. 】

"Well, I understand."

Kento Watanabe said:

"Since Enxiang and the others have shown their fighting spirit, I will definitely not lose to them."

........................

After hanging up the phone, Kento Watanabe leaned on his office chair, looked at the neon lights outside the window and fell into long thoughts.

Although Hashimoto Hiyori did not provide direct help, she did receive a request from Higuchi Enka.

In other words, in order to solve the song selection problem this time, Higuchi Enka deliberately avoided him when asking for help.

Kento Watanabe, who was well aware of Higuchi Enka's feelings, certainly understood that this was not alienating him, but trying to convey something to him in this way.

"The five-year gap...has become closer and closer."

Even though the age gap would never change, Kento Watanabe could clearly feel that his childhood sweetheart was catching up with him at a speed visible to the naked eye.

In other words, it's not just her, the four idols of Watanabe Agency have proven to him that they are smart and independent.

Kento Watanabe once again realized that when the day comes when their idol graduates... the emotional problems he will face may be far more serious than he thought before.

"I'm still far away..."

After all, Watanabe Kento himself is just a young man in his 20s with no love experience.

Like these girls who are actively seeking answers, Kento Watanabe also needs time to draw his own conclusions.

It's never just boys or older people who have the right to choose.

It is never just girls or people under their age who need to grow up.

Because of this, when he stood in front of the WING stage and heard Higuchi Enka's singing, he felt this unprecedented shock——

Chapter 59: Ultramarine

(The title is taken from the YOASOBI song of the same name. It is recommended to read this chapter with the song)

Because it is still only the second phase of review after the audition, the review program this time will be broadcast live online.

There is no distraction from a live audience and no requirement for audience interaction.

The main purpose of the second-phase review is to verify the idols' "hard power" on stage.

However, even if there is no pressure from the audience, the sense of oppression brought by the authorities in the entertainment industry still has a real impact on the mentality and performance of every idol present.

Although there are many outstanding idols who have performed well, most of the new idols have received extremely harsh criticism.

"This contestant was out of tune during the chorus just now."

"Yes, and there was an obvious mistake in the second half of the performance. The rhythm with the backup dancers was completely out of sync."

"The expression is not natural enough, so points will be deducted."

Under this harsh judging system, the self-confidence of new idols is also under heavy pressure that may even affect their future idol careers.

For Higuchi Enka, who is currently receiving much attention from the media and the idol industry, this pressure will even be amplified several times.

but--

"........."

Higuchi Enka, who was wearing wireless headphones, stood backstage and listened to the harmonies that everyone had recorded together over and over again. His mind was filled with the scene when he came to Shibuya four months ago.

Unconsciously, the unfamiliar streets of Shibuya have become as familiar as her hometown, and the turbid night scene soaked in neon has completely integrated into her life.

Nowadays, the crowd has turned into prosperity, the hustle and bustle has turned into excitement, and the dull youth has become busy and fulfilling.

And all these changes are due to the reunion with Kento Watanabe.