Tokyo Sound

"Then...when you are over 60, your body is broken, you are out of breath after walking two or three steps, and it is inconvenient to eat and go to the toilet, what should you do?"

"Then let's quietly welcome the end."

Yin Ze stretched and spoke slowly.

"I have made up my mind that this time, I want to live freely, go to more places, do more things, and no longer be bound by the constraints of a garage, house, marriage, and career. If the life of an ordinary person is a journey with a marked route, then I want to wander for once. Even if I have no one to rely on when I am old, even if I die alone."

"This is too cruel. Are you serious?" Shimazaki Nobunaga looked at his friend in shock.

"That's exactly what I planned." Yin Ze answered truthfully.

"...I really hope you can meet a good woman. Otherwise, if you continue to abandon everything and live like this, you will definitely commit sins when you get older. There are already too many elderly people like this in Japan."

Shimazaki Nobunaga sighed.

"They died silently in oblivion until their bodies started to stink, and then society noticed them again. There was such an example near my home. A kind old man who often took morning walks and exercises alone suddenly disappeared. When I heard the news again, he had passed away for two months. People, including me, only felt regretful and sad for a short while, and then forgot about it again."

"I thought you were a real 2D person, but I didn't expect you to have such realistic experiences." Yin Ze raised his eyebrows.

"Hey, don't be silly. After all, people will only die if they are hit by a truck, they won't really be reincarnated." Shimazaki Nobunaga curled his lips.

"...Not necessarily, because one can travel through time even in a squat toilet." The red materialistic god of war said in a low voice with some guilt.

"What are you squatting for?"

"nothing."

"What about Matsuoka? What are your plans? You don't want to be a bystander all the time, do you?" Shimazaki Nobunaga poked his head out and asked the man who I feel sorry for being born as a human being.

"Well, what's wrong with that?" Matsuoka Yoshitsugu scratched his head. "I think it's good to be able to work on the front line, meet seniors, learn from them and hone my acting skills."

"You are too easily satisfied. How can you gain a foothold in this highly competitive industry and this city?!"

"No, it's much better than before." Matsuoka Yoshitsugu showed an infectious smile, "I can sleep for six hours a day now! I feel that in a while, I only need to work two jobs and I can be stable."

After hearing this high-concentration struggle speech, Shimazaki Nobunaga fell into silence.

…Are there no normal people around me?

"Why are you as hesitant as my agent? Since you are called Nobunaga, you should live more arrogantly. Even if you don't walk like a crab, you should at least ask your seniors to give you their seats and microphones, right?" Yin Ze frowned.

"I will be banned for being disrespectful, please don't say anything more." Shimazaki Nobunaga admitted defeat.

The three supporting actors were still whispering.

"There's no problem with the passers-by, no adjustments are needed, thank you for your hard work." The sound director's words came from the equipment.

"Thanks for your guidance today."

The three soy sauce guys stood up, bowed and thanked everyone one by one, and left the recording studio.

"Oh, I've worked hard again. It's been a fulfilling day." Yin Ze came to the door and couldn't help but sigh, his face filled with satisfaction and accomplishment as if he had built the Great Wall.

"You just said a few lines like 'Pineapple-kun, Mr. Oda is looking for you'..." Shimazaki Nobunaga was speechless.

"That's also because I've worked too hard. Let me think, Matsuoka and I still have a show to do in the afternoon. How about we have lunch together before going our separate ways?" Yin Ze thought for a moment.

"Okay. But it seems like you two are hanging out together a lot lately." Shimazaki Nobunaga nodded.

"We're in the same agency and have the same agent."

"Mr. Kashiwai said that our senior will arrive in the afternoon as well." Matsuoka Yoshitsugu sighed.

"Then I have to bring some delicious food on the way." Yin Ze said.

"Senior?" Shimazaki Nobunaga asked in confusion.

"Oh, the tradition of IM. The eagle catches the chick. The eagle is the murky and dark workplace of the industry, and the seniors are the mother hen who protects us from the wind and rain and teaches us and answers our questions."

"Haha, what's so good about that? I can still go to work without you." Shimazaki Nobunaga made an envious sound, "So, do you know who this senior is? There are quite a few big guys in IM."

"I have already done some research on this beforehand. After all, it is necessary common sense for a mid-level corporate slave to get to know your superiors and leaders in advance, cater to their preferences, and read their expressions," Yin Ze said confidently.

"This is the intermediate level, what about the advanced level?" Matsuoka Yoshitsugu was stunned.

"Become a manager, manage low- and middle-level employees, and be urged by higher-level leaders. Anyway, I have never reached this level, so I won't make any more comments. Let's take a look at the information I found."

The man took out his cell phone and opened the downloaded video clips to show them.

The screen is too small, so three people have to huddle together and watch it with their heads close together.

In the picture, there is a grand stage, and a group of crazy and excited fans are cheering below the stage, waving their light sticks into a gorgeous electronic ocean. On the stage, there are five lively girls playing instruments and singing cute songs to the rhythm.

"That's the one playing the bass." Yin Ze reminded.

A ponytail, a sports T-shirt, and healthy, straight, white thighs under shorts. She was sweating profusely, and her hair was flying.

"She looks like a smart, capable and independent woman with outstanding abilities," Matsuoka Yoshitsugu concluded.

"If there weren't seniors like you, would I not be able to do the dubbing?" Shimazaki Nobunaga said disdainfully.

"We must work hard this afternoon and leave a good impression on this senior." Matsuoka Yoshitsugu said firmly.

"Very good!" Yin Ze said appreciatively.

"By the way, what's your name?"

"This Yamato Nadeshiko's name is Hikasa Yoko. She looks like a celebrity, right? Remember it well!"

Chapter 55: The Newcomer

Hikasa Yoko, 25 years old, is a member of K-ON!

Today, she arrived at the set early. Her hair still smelled of fresh shampoo, and her clothes were a rare black and formal outfit. It was a far cry from her usual lively style.

Entering the venue, saying hello, taking a seat, spreading out the script, quietly pondering and preparing. Every move shows the quality and demeanor that a super popular voice actor should have.

However, Yoko's heart is not as calm as she appears to be.

The day has finally arrived!

The hands holding the script were trembling slightly, and ambition was burning in my heart.

It’s time for me to lead the fresh newcomers forward!

Life is also divided into many stages, graduation and work, marriage and childbirth, the seven-year itch, retirement and even choosing a tombstone. Each stage is like a step to restart.

At first, she was just an ordinary girl in Kanagawa Prefecture with aspirations. She went to school step by step and grew up. Her biggest self-decision was to take the initiative to join the training school.

It was fate that allowed her to meet such a brilliant role so soon.

Be careful, grit your teeth, use all your skills, and try your best. In a blink of an eye, you are already standing on the grand stage to play and perform. In another blink of an eye, colleagues from the company come to you and beg you to entrust them with their work.

Unconsciously, the little girl who walked unsteadily and only watched funny variety shows after school has become a mature person that others can rely on.

We must take on the responsibility of a senior and set an example!

So the dedicated and hardworking Yoko found the works of the two newcomers to watch overnight.

My impression after watching the movie is that their acting is good. Although they still need to improve, they have a promising future.

One of them seems to have participated in radio dramas. You should know that there are actually people in the industry who don't often dub anime dramas, but are professional broadcasters and voice-over agents, which is also a different career path.

So I dug it out, put on headphones, and listened to it while ironing clothes.

Compared with dubbing, broadcasting is more about testing a person's on-the-spot and adaptability, and it can show their overall quality. In the era of big video, relying on chatting to retain consumers is going against the current, and it is even more difficult to take into account both entertainment and depth at the same time.

Young and inexperienced, the newcomer must be as nervous and helpless as a newly born bird, right? The producers who urged him to perform were as cruel and ruthless as the eagle parents who abandoned their children into the valley.

But don’t worry, the seniors who are worthy of respect and reliance will make their long-awaited appearance and will take you flying hand in hand!

"Give me back the ring. It's so expensive."

"Ha ha ha ha--"

A burst of heroic laughter came from the bachelor apartment, but Yoko accidentally pierced the clothes while ironing them. Kneeling on the floor, looking at the beloved clothes with a burnt hole, Yoko was silent.

The guests are all newbies, and the host is still a minor, but this show is surprisingly well-paced from beginning to end. It is highly entertaining when talking nonsense, and it even has a bit of Dazai Osamu's sadness and depth when talking about youth.

No wonder I heard from others before that the broadcast of Dark Reincarnation Fantasy is very interesting.

But, damn, are all the young people nowadays so strong? My experience of watching comedy variety shows is totally useless.

No, there must be shortcomings. No matter how eloquent she is, the time she has spent on the set is overwhelmingly powerful as a senior. Etiquette in the recording studio, skills in dealing with people, and building good relationships with colleagues... These experiences that can only be gained with time are exactly what they lack now.

A noble senior will not only teach about work! Just like a real teacher, in addition to teaching, he also educates people!

Yoko seemed to be concentrating, but in fact she was staring at the door.

"excuse me."

The door was pushed open, and two clean and cheerful young men walked in.

Okay, here I come!

The super popular voice actor now opened his eyes wide, wanting to imprint their first appearance into the eyes.

"Nice to meet you. I'm Takizawa Satoru from IM."

"I'm Yoshitsugu Matsuoka from IM. Thank you for your guidance today."

"I saw a great dim sum shop on the way and couldn't help but buy some extra. If you don't mind, can I try some?"

As soon as the two entered the room, they began to exchange pleasantries in low voices and distribute expensive food gifts, as if they were paying tribute to the gods in the shrine. It seemed like an ordinary greeting, but it was hard to resist.

One was extremely handsome, his smile seemed to fill the world with flowers, and the snacks he handed over were all covered with a rosy idol filter, while the other seemed to be full of fighting spirit, speaking three consecutive honorifics, full of energy, and bowing at a standard 90-degree angle. In just a few minutes, the quiet set became lively because of them.

Yangzi saw it all and secretly gave it a high score in his heart.

"You are Hikasa Yoko-san, right?" Yin Ze looked around and found his target. His eyes lit up slightly, and he pulled Matsuoka over to start a conversation. "Your clothes are so elegant, and your hairstyle is very fashionable! Please accept this dessert!"

Such a warm and overflowing smile can break through all the defenses of the heart, and the first thing he made was the Louis Vuitton macarons, which are known as the dessert world. The taste is also popular, which maximizes the margin of error.

Yoko tried her best to maintain the aura of a master, thanked politely, and nodded to accept the gift.

Seeing his senior's calm attitude, Yin Ze also admired that he was worthy of being a veteran.

"Please encourage me more, I will never let you down!" Matsuoka Yoshitsugu pleaded with full energy.

What a passionate mentality, as if it was a salute before a sumo match, and soon they would start a flesh-shaking fight...

Watertight.

Yoko is upset... and doesn't even give me a chance to display my talents.

These two people are very difficult to deal with!

"Kashiwa has already told me that if I have any questions in the future, I can ask you and don't be too nervous on the set." Yoko said, "By the way, not only colleagues, but also the sound supervisor, try to leave a good impression."

"That's quite true. But you don't have to worry, senior. I have already asked about it before." The beautiful young man clasped his fists.

A few minutes ago, the smoking area.

"Hey, Nagasaki brother, long time no see."

"Hey, isn't this Takizawa? You've gained some weight recently."

"Life is good, food is good. Look, I brought something for you, produced today by the most famous shop on the street."

"It's so sweet. I can't eat too much at my age."

"This is a gift for the children. Yours is a bottle of Gekkeikan [Note: a type of Japanese sake]. Go home and have a small glass with fresh salmon slices. The hard work of work will be completely eliminated immediately."

"Haha, so thoughtful, do you need my help with something? Or does that Kashiwai guy have some evil ideas again?"

"It's been a while since we last met, and I've been eyeing that Hayao Miyazaki's hand-painted autographed painting at your house. I'm thinking of coming over to take a good look at it someday."

"Come when you are free."

"That's great, thank you for your kindness."

"By the way, how's work going lately?"

"Thanks to your previous advice, everything is fine."

"Okay, if you have any confusion, just talk to me. I still think highly of your potential."

……

After Yin Ze and Matsuoka Yoshitsugu distributed the gifts, they did not give Yoko-senpai a chance to introduce the seating arrangement and rules, and they just found a place in the corner and sat together to keep warm.

Yin Ze pretended to be relaxed, thinking that "The Big Bang Theory" [Note: a famous American TV series with 12 seasons in total] had already started.

Matsuoka Yoshitsugu was once again impressed by his best friend's hard work last night, so much so that he dozed off as soon as he sat down and began to study the script diligently.

The two people huddled in the corner silently, exuding the spirit of struggle.