He is an idol and a childhood sweetheart.

Among the cheerful accompaniment, Higuchi Enka's voice full of texture and magnetism stands out without being obtrusive.

The perfect pitch and stable breath made the audience feel the singer's strength in an instant.

But apart from that, her emotional voice and the faint smile on her face, like a snicker... attracted everyone's attention——

[Why is the key that makes my heart sparkle in your hand? 】

[In order to find that reason, it’s not bad to try to live, right? 】

Did you hear that?A wise man?

No... of course you were listening.

You should be holding your fireworks now, looking seriously at the sparks blooming in my hands, and ready to light them for me at any time...

But... just like this is not enough.

[If you didn’t come into my world, there would be no meaning for my existence. 】

[Asking "Why?" with a serious face, please don't ask like that again. 】

[I’m going to start talking endlessly about the reasons why I have to be you. 】

[Let’s start from No. 2020]

Put down the mic and the interlude starts.

The next second, applause resounded throughout the Livehouse.

Seeing the stunned expressions and overly enthusiastic applause of the audience in front of him, Higuchi Enka couldn't help but feel a little surprised.

Although she did sing with all her heart...but she didn't expect everyone's response to be so enthusiastic.

It seems that everyone really likes her singing.

A little bit happy...

But not too arrogant.

After all, I can't see the reaction of the most important person.

So... we can't stop here.

[When you call my name in an exaggerated voice. 】

[This life, which was not worth mentioning, has become special like this. 】

[If timidity were a disease, I would never be cured. 】

[This is you appearing in front of me, shining like a savior. 】

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

"…………"

Listening to the singing coming from the monitoring headphones and looking at the girl singing loudly in the center of the stage, Kento Watanabe couldn't help but show a surprised expression.

Tonight, Higuchi Enka's condition could be said to be perfect beyond his imagination.

Whether it's the singing of the song or the appeal contained in it...it's all to an unparalleled level.

But it was precisely because of this that he felt stunned by this.

Higuchi Enka...is not the kind of girl with expressive expressions.

And when she sang this song, the subtle and gentle smile on her face fascinated him again... but also gave him a very familiar feeling.

Just like the feeling in the KTV box that afternoon...

"If I remember correctly, the next paragraph..."

The accompaniment sound in the headphones continues.

Kento Watanabe was silent and pressed the button on the left light console based on his impression of the song.

The next second, the entire scene darkened, and all the lights were completely focused on Higuchi Enka.

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

After feeling the convergence of lights, Higuchi Enka couldn't help but subconsciously raised his head and looked in the direction of the backstage on the second floor.

You really feel it.

So, you want to let me know in this way...will you listen to me carefully next?

Ok.

So next, please listen carefully——

[If I tell you why you have to play, will you give me an answer next? 】

[Or is it like Taiyang Yu, echoing vaguely... and then changing the subject? 】

【But this is not bad~】

[I’m going to start talking endlessly about the reasons why I have to be you. 】

[Let’s start from No. 2020. 】

[I’m going to start talking endlessly,

About the reasons why you have to. 】

[Then guess what the first reason is. 】

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

"Eh...what is she doing?"

"It seems like... incense?"

After singing the last line of lyrics, Higuchi Enka inserted the microphone back into the stand and put his hand into the front pocket of his sweater.

Then, under the astonished gazes of all the audience and Kento Watanabe, Higuchi Enka took out a lighter... and Hanabi.

"Are you going to light it up? You really are going to light it up!"

"The name of this song is Zhuji. It's meant to create some atmosphere in this way!"

"That's amazing! Who is this kid? I've never seen him before!"

"Oh oh oh!"

After seeing Higuchi Enka's actions, all the spectators present immediately became excited.

Lighting incense and fireworks on the stage... at least they have never seen such a scene.

And Higuchi Enka was not swayed by the call that was so enthusiastic that people could not hear the accompaniment. She just quietly lit the fireworks stick in her hand and started to wave it casually——

In the accompaniment, the sound of drums and guitar gradually became more intense, and the song was coming to an end.

Finally, amid the cheers of everyone, Higuchi Enka raised the extinguished fireworks stick high and pointed it in the direction of the backstage——

If I were a child, I only accepted your tenderness unilaterally and watched the sparks you lit for me.

Then, it's my turn to light your fireworks.

"thank you all."

The show is over.

Chapter 64: Simple, effective

A perfect performance will naturally arouse strong responses.

At this moment, the entire CC Livehouse was pleasantly surprised by Enka Higuchi's outstanding performance.

They thought that today's opening guest was just a little singer with a little singing skills, but they didn't expect that it would bring them such a strong audio-visual shock.

Especially at the last moment, when Higuchi Enka raised the incense and fireworks in her hand, the whole scene was boiling.

However, it was a pity that after the opening guest sang the song "Blessings", he immediately turned around and left. Not to mention the encore, he didn't even intend to say a word to everyone.

But even so, everyone still deeply remembers this girl with brown hair and purple eyes, wearing a sweatshirt and pantyhose——

"...It's incredible, this kid."

Murakami, who also watched the entire performance, couldn't help but sigh:

"Watanabe-kun's subordinates...maybe have another national-level idol."

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

While the Livehouse audience was still immersed in the afterglow of the performance, Higuchi Enka, who had finished the performance, had also arrived backstage and successfully met with Kento Watanabe——

"Thanks for your hard work."

Kento Watanabe handed the water bottle in his hand to Enka Higuchi.

"Both the completion and the on-site effects are perfect...it's amazing, Enxiang."

"Well, I'll just accept your compliment for now."

Higuchi Enka, who had just finished her performance, still had a trace of lingering heat on her cheeks.

Of course Kento Watanabe, who knew her very well, could tell that Enka Higuchi seemed to be in a very good mood now.

"Look, performing on stage isn't really that difficult, right?"

Kento Watanabe said:

"As long as you find the style and method that suits you best, you can easily enjoy this stage——"

"The reason why I can enjoy the stage is largely because of your support."

Higuchi Enka turned his head and looked at the stage through the glass backstage.

"Although the audience can't see it, I can feel it. Whether it's the lighting, accompaniment, or the sound effects you set for me... these are all indispensable parts of this performance. For someone like me For newcomers to the stage, this comfortable stage experience is really important.”

"Well... after all, I can do some work of this level."

Kento Watanabe also looked at the stage.

"Although I will no longer blame myself for what happened to Asakura, I can't avoid the fact that I lack ability. If I was just a fantasy with no goals and motivation before, Home, now, with your company and help, I finally feel that I have the power to achieve all this...Thank you, Enxiang."

Kento Watanabe bent down towards Enka Higuchi with a serious look on his face.

"Thank you for your willingness to believe in my ideals."

"…………"

After hearing what he wanted to hear most, Higuchi Enka felt that he could hardly control the rising corners of his mouth.

But no, no matter how happy I am, my expression must be controlled now.

Because she could feel that Kento Watanabe was about to move on to the next topic——

"And..."

Sure enough, when Kento Watanabe raised his head again, his expression and tone immediately became hesitant.

"If I guessed correctly, the song "Sacrifice" just now was really sung to... me, right?"

"Oh no."

Just as planned before, Higuchi Enka, who was asked this question, denied it coldly:

"

I just chose this song because I like it... is there any problem? "

"Eh!? Well, there's nothing wrong with it! It's just...well..."

After being so firmly denied, Kento Watanabe immediately fell into wavering.

On the one hand, he wanted to trust his own observations and judgments, but Higuchi Yuka's unhesitating reaction made him have to doubt his correctness...

What's more, at the end of the song, he also saw the decisive evidence——

"That... incense and fireworks, what's going on?"

After much hesitation, Kento Watanabe couldn't help but ask:

"I have never heard of you having such preparations before..."