"Yes, she seems quite happy today."

"are you happy?"

Xiangzi pursed his lips tightly, his emotions a little overflowing.

"Ryosuke, do you know her?"

How should I put it? I almost confessed to her when school started.

But that was all my past. Now I am surrounded by the naked, alcoholic big guy senior, the ultimate evil beast, stupid otaku, the down-and-out aristocratic two-faced sister Xiang, the amazingly wise two-faced sister Shuang, the inferiority complex and pressure drum team member, the sneaking lowly cucumber sister, and the only good brother, the Queen of the Sea.

Everyone is talented and speaks nicely. I love being in this group!

In other words, I am already dead enough to live a peaceful life, and I probably won’t even be able to play in the resurrection match.

"Yes, I think she is very cute, like a little penguin."

When talking about penguins, Xiangzi smiled inadvertently, but soon returned to his calm expression.

Her amber eyes revealed a complex light, with nostalgia for the past, reluctance, and expectation.

"Well, she is cute, but she is more than just a little penguin. If you have heard her songs, you will know that she is the most shining one."

Toyokawa Shoko paused for a moment, thinking of Chihaya Aine mentioned in Nagasaki Motoyo's text message.

"But she also needs special care. I hope her new members will treat her kindly."

Toyokawa Shoko's words were gentle and calm, but as someone who had experienced it, Fujiwara Ryosuke knew firsthand how heavy these words were.

He didn't say anything, just ate the fried rice in silence.

For a moment, there was only the dim light flickering gently in the kitchen.

After a long while, Toyokawa Shoko spoke as if she had made up her mind:

"Ryosuke, I want to form Ave Mujica."

"oh, I understand now."

Ryosuke blinked.

"No matter what happens in the future, I will support you."

084 Xiangzi gets the first blood (fake) (3k5)

Fujiwara Ryosuke knew Toyokawa Shoko's schedule - she had a full schedule of classes today, and also had a part-time job in customer service, and she had to cook for him in the evening.

Now she was holding a glass of boiled water. There was no fish or meat in the refrigerator, and the drinks were all gone. He didn't think about it, and Xiangzi didn't offer to buy some.

On the other hand, others were happily forming a band and enjoying their youth. It didn’t matter if they failed, they were just having fun, but she had to face life.

But even so, Xiangzi did not give up his music.

Because her piano is not spiritual food, but a weapon to turn her life around.

It is impossible for Toyokawa Shoko to be a customer service S for the rest of her life. It is impossible for her to stay away from high-end black tea for the next twenty years. It is even more impossible for her to accept charity from others, whether it is Ryosuke or Hatsuka Kazumu.

So, in fact, she only has one way to go.

That is to join MLeague and become a professional mahjong player!

Let’s start practicing from the Sparrow Soul Jade.

Ahem, I got the wrong script, let’s try again.

That is to form a professional band that can perform at the Budokan!

Let’s start practicing at the Izu Big Stage.

“I am going to invite them.”

Toyokawa Shoko said this, and although she was suppressing her emotions, her expression was still nervous and excited, with her fingers crossed like Nagasaki Suyo.

"Hatsuka on vocals and guitar triangle, Mutsu Wakaba on guitar, and Kairin Yawata on bass."

"An expected choice. What about the drummer?"

"Teacher Big Cat." Xiangzi said.

Fujiwara Ryosuke smiled.

"Why do you call her that?"

"I see that's what the comments are all saying. Isn't that inappropriate?"

"Forget it, it's good, she shouldn't mind..."

The two looked at each other.

"I see. Then I'll help you with the logistics. Anyway, I don't want to wear my underwear on my head on the stage..."

Xiangzi glared at him.

"It's the mask. Solitudinis, we are discussing important matters now, please respect yourself."

Ryosuke stuck out his tongue and watched Shoko's expression relax.

"Do you... want to be Ave Mujica's agent?" asked Shoko. She was actually not sure about Ryosuke's willingness to get involved in Mujica's affairs.

But Ryosuke spread his hands as a matter of course.

"Isn't that the original positioning of Solitudinis? Besides, your band members and I have a good relationship. It will be easier with me here."

It's more than good, Toyokawa Shoko thought, it's simply a succubus.

Sankaku Hatsuka and Wakaba Mutsu are no longer interested. Hachiman Kairin has been the sharp edge of Fujiwara Ryosuke from the beginning, and even Yutenji Wakamugi expressed his willingness to cooperate after seeing the effect of Ryosuke's show.

However, this is fine.

"I see." Xiangzi smiled.

"Then you can lock everyone up with favors."

"Humanity?" Fujiwara Ryosuke frowned. "Let me remind you that human relationships are very fragile, Xiang."

Toyokawa Shoko's expression was calm, and no further explanation was needed. Having experienced the coldness of human nature, she understood this point.

She thought her parents loved each other, but she didn't expect it was just a game of interests.

So she also learned this trick.

"I know. So, I still have a lock of fame and fortune." Toyokawa Shoko kept smiling. "So, Mujica is not only a band based on personal relationships, but also a band driven by carefully packaged interests. Compared to the so-called team spirit, money and numbers are more eternal. A band connected in this way can last a lifetime."

Xiangzi stared into Ryosuke's eyes. She thought she was very mature, but Ryosuke shook his head slightly.

"Benefits...?"

"What's wrong?" Xiangzi asked quickly.

"It's not that it's inappropriate, but I think we should change the way we say it."

Seeing Xiangzi's puzzled expression, Ryosuke immediately explained:

“Don’t view your future playback volume, music festival invitations, revenue, and fans’ enthusiastic cheers as cold benefits, but as part of your music. They are byproducts of your musicality, and are no different from your favorite lyrics and music that express yourself, your worldview, and the excitement and anxiety you feel when performing on stage.”

"Actually, this is true for many things, such as e-sports, novels, and sports... If you do it just for the money or fame, it's hard to stick with it. And if it's just for the benefit, even if you stick with it, you may not be able to climb to the top. In the end, you have to go back to the original question: Why do I play in a band instead of doing something else? It's because I like this and I enjoy it. If I do something else, it's better to work hard than to punch in."

Ryosuke took a sip of tea and said:

"Your band members may have joined Mujica for various reasons, but in the end they will return to the basics and the music itself. If you, Shoko Toyokawa, can lead everyone to make the most awesome and exciting music, create the most explosive performances, and make the most interesting MVs, then why wouldn't these masters in various fields follow you wholeheartedly?"

Toyokawa Shoko looked at Fujiwara Ryosuke's serious expression and suddenly felt a little surprised.

He usually laughs and jokes, but this side of him shows up occasionally.

But it was fleeting.

He sighed.

"Oh, forget it. I seem to be too idealistic. I've said too much. Xiangzi, do you know? The most annoying type of people on the Internet nowadays are those who are addicted to giving instructions. They talk a lot online about teaching others how to live, but in fact they themselves don't even know how to live. It's really a mess..."

"not like this!"

Xiangzi pushed his chair away with a bang and stood up, his expression excited.

"I think you're right, Ryosuke. Ave Mujica... really shouldn't be a cold-blooded team that only cares about interests. If that were the case... even if we succeed, no one would be happy."

She closed her eyes and an image came to her mind.

If I hadn't met Ryosuke, I might have been able to form this band, and maybe I could have earned a lot of money and saved my life.

But if I succeed, then what? What will I have left besides money and numbers, as an unkind person?

A high-rise duplex overlooking the sea and the river?

Xiangzi's body trembled slightly. Such a future was somewhat scary.

It will fly in the air.

"How could the writings of the eight-year-old you be cold?" Fujiwara Ryosuke said half-jokingly, "At that time, you slept with the baby, Xiaomu and me in your arms."

"Haha..." Xiangzi lowered his head and laughed.

If you fall into such an abyss, it will be difficult to climb out.

Fortunately, someone grabbed her at the edge of the cliff.

Looking at her smile, Ryosuke couldn't help but become more serious.

"However, there is still a problem with the music I just mentioned."

"what is the problem?"

"The problem is that the music you make may not have the byproducts you rely on to make a living. Being in a band is not something you can just play and make a living. Only those at the top of the pyramid can make a living from it. There are too many who can't make it."

“You and your team may be passionate and work hard on something, but it may not get any attention, while others may just catch the current trend with something they did casually. This is why choice is more important than hard work. No, choice, hard work, and talent are all indispensable if you want to succeed in today’s world.”

Fujiwara Ryosuke didn't want to pour cold water on Toyokawa Shoko. These words coming from him as a loser sounded a bit self-pitying.

He hated this, he was the Emperor Liang Tian and had to maintain a confident and powerful persona.

But just as he was about to change the subject, Toyokawa Shoko became firm and said with a smile:

"These are not a problem anymore. We will succeed. One hundred percent, I am one hundred percent sure!"

Ryosuke laughed at her expression.

Innocent and talented, she did not die, but went into hiding.

She is the confident and strong one.

"Okay, I get it, we will succeed." Ryosuke said.

"Well, us!"

Shoko Toyokawa's excitement was beyond words. She sat down and picked up a spoon to scoop up the fried rice.

I’m getting hungry from talking so much.

Ryosuke looked at her silently and said nothing more, but he had already made a plan in his mind.

As a logistics person, I also have a very important task.

That is to not let the past catch up with her.

No, it’s okay to catch up with her, but just don’t let her get past you and hit her head and bleed.

I'm talking about you, Nagasaki Suyo.

But Su Shi's body looks pretty soft, so Xiangzi should be able to land softly, right?

perhaps.

Xiangzi looked at Ryosuke who was daydreaming and knew that he had returned to his usual state.

She smiled.

She likes both the serious Ryosuke and the relaxed Ryosuke.

I like them so much that I can't tell which one I like more.

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