Loneliness and Rock and Roll with Band Observer

Raising the drumsticks, recalling a drum score that he had practiced before when he had nothing to do, Ruomai swung his arms down suddenly, and then the beat came out like raindrops.

How should I put it? Although he chose to play drums due to a misunderstanding, after actually trying it, Ruomai still discovered an advantage of the drummer.

That is, the moment the drumstick hits the drumhead, the explosive force is like a bullet fired from a gun, which can bring a strong sense of catharsis.

Ruomai really needs this feeling now.

Although she did not experience any exaggerated effects such as inspiring or shocking from playing the drums, at least, when she clenched the drumsticks with both hands and swung them, she could temporarily forget the mess between herself and Xiao Qiu and get out of the dilemma that she didn't know how to solve.

That alone is enough.

So, Yutenji Wakamugi has been trying to practice drums frequently recently.

It's not about making any achievements in this area.

It's just for venting.

Chapter 128 has been cut, don't worry

When Togawa Aie returned to her residence, the first thing she heard was the sound of banging coming from the studio.

It was Miao Meng who was playing the drums. She knew it very well.

Miao Meng always closes the door when playing drums. The drum sounds a bit muffled due to the isolation of the wall.

Qiu Hui also knew that this seemed to be a personal hobby that Miao Meng had developed recently. She once asked Miao Meng about it when they were having dinner together, and Miao Meng's answer was "I play it for fun."

Recently, she often hears Miao Meng playing drums at home. She doesn't care too much, after all, everyone has their own ideas.

Since Miao Meng is playing the drums, there is no need to disturb her.

Qiu Hui herself also had times when she didn't want to be disturbed even if the other person was a friend, so she felt that she could probably understand.

She returned to her room and closed the door, further dampening the drumbeats outside.

"I have work to do, too," she thought.

The so-called work naturally refers to the second volume of the novel.

Although most of the content was completed and she didn't think there were any major problems after showing it to the editor, Qiu Hui always felt that these words written by her made her feel extremely unfamiliar.

“…Why?”

Qiu Hui sighed.

Perhaps it’s because of the change in mentality brought about by the change in situation.

With both hands on the keyboard, Qiu Hui started today's work.

Although it is only the second volume...but from the perspective of commercial performance, the plot has reached the point where it must be accelerated.

In short, there must be a strong emotional conflict. Considering the audience of this book and the tone established so far... it is safest to write around the protagonist.

After all, the protagonist started a new business for practical benefits. In order to allow the story to develop long enough, she is cheerful and lively on the surface, but actually profit-seeking in her heart... No, it feels off the mark if I say that. I should put it another way. For example...

There are other roles besides these. ABCDE, each in their own place, playing their respective roles as parts in this clockwork drama.

Considering what kind of model everyone should be and what kind of damage the collision tests between each other will bring, Togawa Akee...or Akihoko, weaves the whole picture of the story with a clear purpose.

One of the important reasons for the band's success was the performance of the novel.

The future sales of the novel will be largely related to my performance as a member of the Ending Band.

The interweaving of the two together forms the foundation of my current life.

If something went wrong, in the worst case scenario, it would mean I would have to go back to the financial difficulties I was in before all this started.

Qiu Hui, who has become somewhat accustomed to her current comfortable life, does not want things to develop to that point.

Therefore, we must not get carried away and must continue to work hard...

……

The clock ticked by one after another, and I don't know when the drumming of Miao Meng next door stopped.

Qiu Hui took her hands off the keyboard and gently shook her sore wrists.

"Let's stop here for today."

I checked the time and found it was already quite late...

“…Ah, missed calls. So many, and…all of them are from Aine?”

Qiu Hui was startled.

When she started typing, she turned her phone to silent mode and put it aside to avoid distractions.

As a result, she didn't notice the several phone calls from Aine at all.

Oh no, Aine must have something to ask me, that’s why she called me so many times...

Qiu Hui hurriedly unlocked her phone, opened the call log, and found that the most recent missed call was almost a few minutes ago.

As for the first time, it was sent almost ten minutes after she started working.

That is to say, during the time I was working, Aine had been trying to call me...

To be honest, this momentum was a bit scary. So Akie almost turned pale as she dialed Aine's number.

Aine had never called so many times before...

“Hello? Sorry, I was working and had the volume on mute, so I didn’t notice. I’m really sorry…”

At this moment, Aiyin's somewhat tired voice came from the other end of the line.

"I know." Her voice sounded a little weak. "When I sent you a message, the automatic reply said I was busy."

"Eh? Oh, then..."

Before Akie could finish, Aine continued, "Because I didn't know when Senpai would be done with his work, I called him every once in a while to see if he would be done. Senpai finally picked up the phone, that's great."

The situation didn't look good, and Qiu Hui felt like she was about to break out in a cold sweat.

Aine...she has never called me so often before.

If I happen to be away for something, she will usually choose to send a message instead.

"So, what's up?"

As soon as the question was asked, Qiu Hui roughly guessed the reason.

"Is it... about the band?"

That is Su Shi’s business.

Earlier, I suggested to Aine that we should both calm down for a few days. And now, a few days have passed since that time.

During this period, Su Shi did not contact me and I did not continue to contact her.

According to what Su Shi said before, that band no longer had any meaning to her.

At that time, I was not sure whether this was just something she said in anger, so I advised them to calm down a little before considering the follow-up.

Now, a few days have passed, it's time to calm down.

Then, is it possible that Aine calls me now because Su Shi... still holds on to the same viewpoint as she did back then?

"Yeah...right."

Even through the phone, Qiu Hui could hear the hesitation and confusion in Aiyin's voice at this moment.

"Su Shi... never replies to my messages. She doesn't answer my calls either. I want to talk to her directly, but I don't know where to find her..."

Listening to Aine's voice, Akie realized that her worries might have come true.

Could it be that Su Shi really intends to abandon that band?

"That night, Senior, you followed Su Shi all the way to her home, right?"

“Yes. Aine, are you planning to…”

"Ah, no. I didn't plan to ask Senior Suze where he lives. I don't think he would tell others about this kind of thing casually. Even if he did, he would definitely get Suze's consent. Then... it's no different from asking myself."

Aiyin expressed her request in a tone that was not confident at all.

"So, I didn't intend to embarrass you, Senior. I just hope... since Su Shi is willing to invite you to her house, you can at least get in touch with her. I just hope that Senior can help me ask her what she thinks and then tell us... Is that okay?"

Qiu Hui felt a little heartbroken.

She had never heard Aine ask in such a humble tone.

Chapter 129: Have you moved?

"I'll give it a try."

Anyway, I agreed to it like this.

Qiu Hui felt that this might make the other person feel better temporarily.

“…Thank you, senpai.” Aine on the other end of the line thanked her in a voice so low that it was almost inaudible.

Did she feel any comfort at all because of this?

But even if there was, Qiu Hui didn't feel that she could feel at ease now.

Because at least according to the information she has now, Su Shi seems to be very determined about that band.

Qiu Hui had a hunch that perhaps even now, Su Shi's thoughts had not changed.

If Suyo really has no intention of returning to the band, how should I tell Aine?

Before that, should I...try to convince Su Shi?

Qiu Hui realized that she seemed to be thrown into the dilemma of a neutral person again.

“There are some things I think I should tell Aine in advance.” Akie said worriedly, “If Suyo really doesn’t plan to return to the band, I don’t think I can convince her. So, I think… how should I put it, we should be prepared in all aspects.”

For some reason, Su Shi's attitude towards me seems to be quite good. This can probably be considered good news.

But this alone doesn't seem to provide any assurance for Aine.

Even if the other party shows a willingness to communicate, it does not mean that I will be able to convince the other party.

"It's okay. Senior, don't worry about that. Just talk to Su Shi and let me know what she thinks."

Aine seemed to have managed to cheer herself up, and her tone gradually took on a hint of her usual energy.

"I think Sushiro probably just... hasn't figured out how to face us yet. If you ask it to me, it shouldn't be a problem."

"After all, she was the one who agreed to form a new band with me in the first place. After all, we have been working together for such a long time."

Aine said this, and it sounded like she was making excuses in front of someone.

“If I really did all this just to… rebuild the band I used to be, it doesn’t make sense, right? Ahahaha…”

She smiled reluctantly, as if she also felt that her words were not very tenable.

Although she couldn't see the other person's expression during a voice call, Akie still felt that Aine's forced smile seemed to appear before her eyes.

“Hey, Aine, um… how about we switch to a video call?”

Without much thought, Qiu Hui blurted out.

“Huh?” Aine was startled, “Why suddenly at this time?”

Nothing, I just suddenly wanted to see what you look like...

Well, although I did think so for a moment, it would be too...

So Qiu Hui blushed and didn't explain further, just said: "Sorry, if it's inconvenient, forget it."

“It’s not that inconvenient.” Aine on the other end of the line quickly explained, “Besides…”

She hesitated to speak, and after a moment of silence, she spoke again: "... Wait for me a moment, I'll call you back later."

Then she hung up the phone.

Qiu Hui put the phone back on the computer desk and waited for the other party to call.

You said wait a moment, but what are you actually going to do?

Just as she was waiting for Aine to call, there was a knock on the door.

"Come in," Qiu Hui called out.