Loneliness and Rock and Roll with Band Observer

As for the second volume... we can consider that matter after the sales data comes out.

The conclusion is that it seems like... I really don’t have any work to do now?

So free.

It is certainly worth being happy about not having anything to do, but Qiu Hui feels a little empty at the same time.

I have become accustomed to being pushed around by things, but when I finally have some free time, I feel at a loss as to what to do.

Qiu Hui then walked into a convenience store, picked up something cheap and edible at random, then found a seat in the dining area and took out her cell phone.

Staring at the contact list, she suddenly realized that her behavior patterns seemed to have changed subtly in recent times.

Take the current situation for example. My first reaction was to pull out my phone to check for new messages and see if anyone had any plans. If not, I would consider whether to contact others to do something together.

If it were me a few months ago, I would have chosen to play games for a whole day, or use a magnetic link to download an animation and watch it in one go.

However, now, without any external force, I am actively choosing "invite someone" as my first option...

The experience of being forced into a band by the agency has indeed changed a lot of things in me.

Thinking of this, Qiu Hui first opened the group chat of the ending band.

"Good morning!"

The first message of the day was sent by Hong Xia. She is so energetic so early in the morning.

"Good morning!!!"

Soon after sending the message, Kita replied with this, followed by an emoticon picture. Both Hongxia and Kita, could it be that Yangjiao also wakes up so early?

Qiu Hui decided to be the third person to send a message in the group. She got straight to the point and sent a message: "What are your plans for today?"

Yuqiu's school has the last summer vacation among the three schools, so she knows that as long as she has a vacation, everyone else will also be on vacation.

Hong Xia's reply came unexpectedly quickly.

"Good morning, Akie-chan! Speaking of arrangements, I suddenly remembered that you said before that you would find a time to take promotional photos, right?"

Promotional photos? Qiu Hui tried to recall that it seemed that she had mentioned this at some point, but for various reasons she had never started to do it, and it had been postponed until now.

"It seems to be true. Well, if everyone is free today, let's arrange a time to meet?"

After sending a few messages like this, Qiu Hui managed to get rid of her sleepiness.

Or perhaps it was because there was new work ahead that he became sober under the stimulation.

“I agree!” Kita replied in the group chat, “This way, everyone can take the opportunity to get together. We haven’t seen each other for a long time because we were preparing for the final exams!”

"Well then, let's wait for Ryo and Pochi to express their opinions."

After sending the message in the group, Qiu Hui put away her phone and concentrated on finishing the remaining breakfast in front of her.

Pochi is okay, but Ryo...that guy seems like the type who would sleep in and not wake up until noon.

If you don’t reply to my message, I will give you a call and try.

After throwing the food packaging into the trash can, Qiu Hui left the convenience store.

So, today's arrangement is to take promotional photos...

At this moment, the sudden ringing of the mobile phone alert attracted her attention.

“…New message…from Aine?”

Qiu Hui quickly unlocked her phone, intending to see what was going on.

"Good morning, senpai. Summer vacation is finally here! I went to the planetarium with senpai and Deng before, right? I'm really sorry that we couldn't come together before. To make up for it, how about the three of us go together this time? Please reply if you can!"

Anyway, it was Aine's invitation. She also got up early as a Yangjiao... No, that's not the point!

The point is... well...

Qiu Hui looked embarrassed.

I have made an appointment with everyone who has finished the band today. But, I don't want to refuse Aine's invitation...

The reason is obvious. After all, I... probably like Aine. So, I don't want to miss the opportunity to spend time with her.

As a result, Qiu Hui fell into a dilemma.

I didn't want to refuse to finish the band's arrangement, but I didn't want to miss Aine's...

Considering that I can't split myself into two, I'm afraid I can only let the two sides come together.

Thinking of this, Qiu Hui suddenly understood. In this way, the personnel composition is actually the same as the last study meeting.

So she sent messages to both sides at the same time.

First, he explained the situation to everyone who had finished the band, and asked if he could call on Aine and Touma.

Then he told Aine about the arrangements he had made with the band and asked her if she could accept it.

After the last study session, the two sides were already familiar with each other, so Qiu Hui received positive responses from both Nijixia and Kita.

This solved the problem, and Qiu Hui breathed a sigh of relief.

But, somewhere she couldn't see, there existed... a third party force other than the band and Aine.

Relying on a huge surveillance network set up by someone for a certain purpose, she was quietly watching Qiu Hui's every move.

Chapter 115: Meeting the Parents in a Certain Sense

At the same time, at Haneda International Airport, outside the arrival exit.

"Ms. Togawa."

The executive driver wearing white gloves gently opened the sliding door of the car's cabin. Togawa Haruna smiled and nodded to him, then walked into the cabin with a skilled and elegant manner.

When the driver closes the sliding door, the cabin becomes a well-ventilated yet soundproof private space. The interior is dominated by black and gray, which emphasizes the business sense, dividing the compact space into orderly sections.

Haruna sat down on a large sofa-like chair, took out a bottle of drinking water at just the right temperature from the refrigerator under the bar, gently twisted the cap and took a sip, then said, "Please return the most recent missed call."

The voice system faithfully executed the command, and the wireless audio began to play the prompt tone waiting to be connected.

Haruna didn't have to wait long before the person on the other end of the line answered.

"Hello, Miss Haruna."

"Yutenji-san." Haruna, who was a little tired, greeted in a calm tone, "I just got off the plane not long ago. I'm sorry I didn't answer just now."

At this moment, the car started to move and a faint noise like a microwave oven was heard in the cabin.

"No, it's not my fault for calling so early."

Although he knew that the other party felt guilty towards him, Yutenji Wakamushi still tried his best to lower his posture.

"You came to see me, probably because of Akie?"

As Haruna spoke, she took out her usual business laptop from the briefcase beside her and placed it on the table in front of her.

"Yes. How should I put it... After all, it's summer vacation, right? I want to take this opportunity to create more opportunities to interact with Xiaoqiu..."

The audio system perfectly reproduced Ruomai's somewhat embarrassed tone.

Perhaps she was worried that her request would be seen as crossing the line by the other party, so she was a little conservative and hesitant.

While Ruomai was racking his brains to say polite words, Haruna had already started up the laptop with ease, and used the key combination and command line to call up a background interface that she had used frequently recently.

"Please make your request directly, Yutenji-san. What do you need me to do? Give me Akie's recent schedule?"

Haruna's voice was steady and even, with a certain impersonal quality similar to that of a window clerk.

"That may sound a bit too direct... but that's about it." Ruomai said with a wry smile, "For example, where will she go recently... can you do it?"

Her tone sounded a little nervous, as if she wasn't sure if it would work.

This is only natural. Haruna might be able to find a way to grasp Akie's recent whereabouts, but after all, predicting the future is...

So, as soon as the words came out, Ruomai felt a little regretful.

But before she had a chance to change her words, Haruna spoke up first.

"If that's the case, I can provide some speculation based on 'observation results'... Ah, it seems that speculation is unnecessary. The latest chat records show that she may go out with her bandmates today. I think they will probably discuss the destination in the group chat later. I will let you know when the result is confirmed."

Haruna observed the contents displayed on the background interface while speaking in a calm tone that seemed quite bad if you thought about it carefully.

"Tell? Wait, chat history?"

Ruomai's mind was a little confused.

"Um, Ms. Haruna..." She spoke incoherently due to shock, "What do you mean by chat history?"

Does it mean directly retrieving the chat history from someone else’s phone?

Is it really possible to do something like that...

No! Before this, this kind of thing was illegal no matter how you think about it!

"…It's just as you think." Haruna said expressionlessly, "Through some means, I was able to read all the contents of Aki's phone. I don't know the specific details and I don't care, but in short, I can only say that this method is technically feasible."

It's technically feasible, she announced without batting an eyelid.

The tone of voice was as if he was introducing the fact that "this oven can not only bake food, but also has an air frying function."

“I see… Ahahaha. This doesn’t feel good… but… it’s true, I was able to help a lot…”

The reaction of Wakamugi, who was deeply shocked, made Haruna realize that what she had done was a bit too much.

She had been trying not to think too seriously about this aspect of the problem...but this persuasion didn't always work.

"I am well aware of the ethical risks behind this practice," Haruna said, her tone slightly more volatile this time. "I have also thought about whether it would be a bit... excessive if we go to this extent."

Haruna's eyebrows, which were very similar to her sister's, were now slightly wrinkled because of the guilt that was also very similar to her sister's.

"Although I don't intend to make excuses for my behavior, I think that Yutenji, who is also a beneficiary, should not continue to discuss this issue."

After a brief struggle, she resumed her calm and businesslike attitude as before.

"I, I understand... Anyway, thank you very much, Miss Haruna. I, um... for the time being, I don't think I need any more information. Once again, thank you very much for your cooperation!"

Faced with Ruomai's expression that was a mixture of surprise, gratitude and a little panic, Haruna shook her head unconsciously even though she knew that the other party couldn't see her.

"That's all I can do."

"As for what you plan to do after you know Akie's next schedule, and what the consequences will be, that's up to you to decide."

Haruna showed a half-smile on her face, and leaned back on the backrest of the sofa chair due to physical and mental fatigue. The backrest sank just right, wrapping her exquisite body.

"I understand, I understand! I promise, I will... um..."

Ruomai suddenly realized that he had unconsciously used a promising tone in his voice because of his panic.

She also quickly realized that she was not completing the task assigned by Haruna, so using this tone seemed strange and inappropriate.

Fortunately, Haruna doesn't seem to be bothered by these little details.

She sighed slightly and continued, "I have one last thing to say."

A hint of melancholy appeared on Haruna's dignified, elegant face, which still retained some of her girlish beauty.

"After all these events, my parents and I think that unless there is an emergency, it might be best for Akie to decide her own affairs."

"So...Yutenji-san. Finally, I want to say one more thing: please don't worry about Aki's family situation, including mine."

"We are on the same side as her. No matter what, as long as Akie herself is willing to recognize you..."

Akie's sister said softly.

"...Then we will all bless you."

Chapter 116: Distorted and Unbearable

"..."

After hanging up, the only sound Haruna could hear was the faint noise of the car running.

The color of the sunshade glass has been adjusted to the darkest state at this moment, and combined with the excellent sound insulation design of the cabin, the entire world outside the cabin is isolated from the people inside the car.

In this silence that isolates her from the world, Togawa Haruna uses deep breathing to regulate her mood.