Teacher Daxiang, let’s form a lifelong band!

Yutenji Wakamugi brought up a topic that is considered taboo for Toyokawa Shoko these days.

"What did you say?!" The moment she heard this, Toyokawa Shoko's expression suddenly changed.

"I..." Yutenji Wakamushi realized she shouldn't have brought up this topic. She was just impulsive. She also knew the feelings between Xiangzi and you, and your sacrifice would be very painful for Xiangzi.

【I didn't mean it.】

Yutenji Wakamugi was about to say this, but before she could say it, Toyokawa Shoko's next words shocked her.

"Yutenji Wakamugi, my band doesn't need someone who's selfish and only thinks about themselves. If you insist on continuing like this, then please leave!"

Ave Mujica has already succeeded, and a successful band doesn't need to be right all the time.

Since the correct six people can become five people, who says that the correct five people cannot be replaced?

Ave Mujica used to need someone named Yutenji Wakamaki, but today's Ave Mujica no longer needs him. All it needs is a notice, and many well-known drummers want to join. Yutenji Wakamaki is no longer a necessity.

Those who need to be sacrificed should be sacrificed.

Just fire those who oppose you.

Wakamushi from Yutenji Temple.

Just as you said, I can even sacrifice my lover, so why do you think I can't sacrifice you?

Volume 1: Chapter 25 I'll Come and Pick You Up

"Xiangzi, are you kidding me?!"

[After hearing what Toyokawa Shoko said, Yutenji Wakumai was a little scared. She didn't expect Toyokawa Shoko to actually want to fire her.]

"I'm not kidding, Ms. Yutenji Wakumai. If you keep up your current form, I think Ave Mujica will soon have a new drummer." Toyokawa Shoko's tone was calm, and it didn't seem like she was angry at all. But the more she spoke, the more she realized that Toyokawa Shoko really wanted to fire her.

"I, I'll change!"

Yutenji Wakamu was truly terrified. She was unwilling to leave the band, because she believed this band was the future she could rely on.

[It was because she realized that the path of the Beauty Doctor could not continue that Yutenji Wakamu chose to join this band. Now that the band is finally starting to pick up, how could she be willing to leave?]

[It's true that Yutenji Wakamaki has some ulterior motives, and she will try to gain as much benefit as possible for herself, but being fired from the band is something she absolutely does not want to accept.]

"As long as you can change, Ms. Yutenji Wakamugi. I hope you can keep your promise."

[In the end, the incident ended with Yutenji Wakami's sincere apology and Toyokawa Shoko's absolute victory. Afterwards, Yutenji Wakami did indeed spend more time practicing and with the band as she said.]

A month later, all members of Ave Mujica participated in a commercial performance in excellent condition, and this success seemed to indicate that there was nothing wrong with Shoko Toyokawa's leadership style.

"Is this still okay?"

Seeing this, Lu Li had roughly guessed the ending of this simulation.

Xiangzi is now in complete tyrant mode. There are five people in Ave Mujica, including Xiangzi himself. Not counting Xiangzi himself, among the remaining four people, Sanjiao Chuhua is definitely Xiangzi's supporter. Ruo Yemu will probably stand by Xiangzi to the death because of his concern for Xiangzi.

"There are five of us in total, three of us who have surrendered, one who is neutral, and one who is being persecuted. If nothing goes wrong, I will be sent to jail in the Ming Dynasty with the Bird Window Man tomorrow."

The Galaxy Battleship continued to move forward, but with Toyokawa Shoko's tyrannical style of rule, some members of the band gradually became dissatisfied with her.

[It was still the same small barbecue restaurant as before. You, Hachiman Kailing, and Yutenji Wakami were gathered together again. This was already the third time you had gathered together in recent times.]

The atmosphere in the band deteriorated, and the overwhelming pressure made Yutenji Wakamu breathless, but she couldn't muster the courage to leave.

Yawata Kairin noticed that the band was not doing well and wanted to do something, but the confident and assertive Toyokawa Shoko refused to listen to her.

[Since the band's secrets can't be shared freely, you became a good listener to these two people, and that's why you got together.]

"What are you so arrogant about?! When I make enough money, I'm going to bang her head with my drumsticks!" After downing a large bottle of sake, Yutenji Wakami's face flushed unnaturally. Her feelings towards Toyokawa Shoko were no longer just about dissatisfaction; their relationship was like that of a boss and employee at a company. Yutenji Wakami couldn't leave the band, but she genuinely didn't want to see Toyokawa Shoko even for a second.

"Meow, I'm sorry." You apologized to Yutenji Wakamugi on behalf of Xiangzi. Although others didn't know about your relationship with Xiangzi, everyone in the band knew that you and Xiangzi were still a couple.

"It has nothing to do with you. You were also the one who was hurt by her." Yutenji Wakamugi couldn't blame you in any way.

"Lu Li, I'm worried about the band and Xiangzi's current situation. Do you have any ideas for changing Xiangzi?" The person who spoke was Yawata Hailing.

"No." You shook your head. If you could offer some advice to Toyokawa Shoko before, now that you've completely left the band, you can't offer any advice at all. If you bring up the subject, Shoko will get angry.

"Xiangzi doesn't allow me to interfere with the band's affairs now. She gets angry if I even mention it." You replied.

"So that's how it is..." Upon hearing your answer, Hachiman Kailing's face showed an awkward expression. Shoko was truly too stubborn and dictatorial. She had no idea what to do.

"Hai Ling, Miao Meng, I know you have strong opinions about Xiangzi, but could you please hold on a little longer? I will shoulder your grievances against Xiangzi, and I will find a way to compensate you for any harm she has caused you."

After hearing what you said, Yutenji Wakamaki didn't say anything. In her eyes, you're practically the same person as her, and even more miserable. Your career as a writer has been cut short because of the band. Like you, you're a lost cause, and Yutenji Wakamaki understands you. Unlike Yutenji Wakamaki, after confirming that you truly intend to atone for Xiangzi's sins, Yawata Kailing looks at you with a strange look.

[“Lu Li, is it worth it for you to do this?”]

"Xiangzi is the one I like, so whether she's worth it or not doesn't matter at all. She's the only one for me."

"But you're not her only one, are you?" After a moment of silence, Hachiman Hailing said to you seriously, "Lu Li, actually, I think there's someone more worthy of your love."

[A person who can sacrifice his lover for profit is not worthy of your love, Hachiman Kailing thought.]

"I think so too, but I've already fallen in love. There's nothing I can do about it. Unless she lets go, I'll probably keep loving her forever."

In response to your answer, Hachiman Kairin said nothing more. Your small gathering soon ended, and Hachiman Kairin took the already drunken Yutenji Wakami into a taxi. Just before the car door closed, you heard Hachiman Kairin's voice.

"Lu Li, if Xiangzi really gives up on you one day, I will come to pick you up. I hope you won't reject me then."

"If that day ever comes, I think I'll probably hide away in a small village and live in seclusion." You rejected Hachiman Kailing in this way. Even if you were truly abandoned, you probably wouldn't forget Xiangzi.

"Retreat? That's perfect. I've had that thought for a while now. If that day ever comes, let's retire together..."

Volume 1: Chapter 26: Eliminating Dissidents

You didn't take Hachiman Kailing's words to heart, because you always believed that Xiangzi would not abandon you.

[It is true that Xiangzi is a little selfish now, but the feelings between you and her are real. You love Xiangzi, and you believe that she loves you.]

You firmly believe that when everything is over, when Xiangzi returns to the Toyokawa family with honor, you will be able to be with Xiangzi.

"No, you think I can't see such an obvious flag? You might as well say that after this fight, you can go back home and marry Xiangzi."

"I swear, if Xiangzi can be with me this time, I will kneel down and apologize at her doorstep tomorrow. I'm serious!"

You believe in your lover, but for some reason, one day you find that Xiangzi's contact with you has gradually decreased.

"Before, you would meet up three or four times a week, but later on, because the band was busy, it became two or three times. Now, you can only meet up once a week."

"Xiangzi, what happened?" You asked Toyokawa Xiangzi during one of your meetings.

"No, nothing, it's just that the band is getting busier and busier." Lying in your arms, Toyokawa Shoko is clearly a little absent-minded.

“If you really have any problems, you can discuss them with me. Even if I can’t help you right now, I’m still your most valued listener.”

[Hearing your words, Toyokawa Shoko struggled out of your arms and sat up.]

"Lu Li, no matter what I do, you will believe in me and trust me, right?" she asked.

[“Well, no matter what happens, I will stand by you. I will never betray you, ever.”]

You were confused as to why Toyokawa Shoko asked you such a question, but your confusion didn't last long, because just a week later, you heard shocking news.

【As the band leader, Shoko Toyokawa initiated a vote to dismiss band member Wakami Yutenji.】

When Hachiman Kailing told you this news, you were stunned. You hadn't expected that this was what Xiangzi had said to you a week ago.

She actually wanted to fire Yutenji Wakamugi.

"Lu Li, Hai Ling, what should I do? Xiangzi is really going to fire me." Yutiansi Ruomai's voice was tinged with tears.

[On the night you learned that Xiangzi was going to fire Yutenji Wakami, Yutenji Wakami brought Hachiman Kailing to meet you again. This time, Yutenji Wakami started crying as soon as they met.]

"I'm not working on my blog anymore. Why did Shoko fire me? I've been practicing so hard!" Yutenji Wakamugi's emotions were very unstable. She really didn't understand why Shoko Toyokawa fired her.

She's clearly been following Toyokawa Shoko's orders. She's rarely updated her blog, and her band practice has left her with calluses on her hands. Remember, she used to be a beauty blogger. A beauty blogger who used to never touch a finger in the world of makeup has calluses now, which shows just how dedicated Yutenji Wakamu is to her practice.

【Even so, Toyokawa Shoko still wants to fire her. 】

"Why, why does Xiangzi treat me like this?!" Yutenji Wakamu cried loudly to you.

You remained silent in the face of Yutenji Wakamu's sobbing. You actually knew why Xiangzi did this.

[In fact, the answer to this question is not complicated. In Toyokawa Shoko's eyes, Yutenji Wakami is a time bomb, or in other words, a person she can't really control.]

Unlike Mikado Hatsuka, who believed in her completely, and Wakaba Mutsu, who would obey her orders, the remaining two members of the band were indeed too dangerous for Toyokawa Shoko.

[Just like a ruthless emperor who ascended the throne through cold-blooded means, after ascending the throne, the emperor will inevitably kill all those he cannot control and those who know his secrets.]

[For Toyokawa Shoko, Lu Li's affairs were taboos. As one of the few people who knew the truth about the taboo, Yutenji Wakami had even used it to ridicule her. This alone was enough for Shoko to get rid of Yutenji Wakami.]

Unlike Hachiman Kairin, whose perfect performance in the band left Shoko with no reason to attack her, Yutenji Wakami had too many problems, so Toyokawa Shoko chose Yutenji Wakami as her first target.

[You understand, Xiangzi isn't targeting anyone; she's simply eliminating dissidents. You can even imagine that after expelling Yutenji Wakami, Xiangzi will likely expel Yawata Kailing as well.]

As Xiangzi himself said, Ave Mujica no longer requires any members of the band to join. With just one announcement, there are many talented drummers and bassists who want to join the band.

[Whether it's Yutenji Wakami or Hachiman Kailing, those who disobey her, she will eliminate them all sooner or later.]

"Meow Meng, I'll go talk to Xiangzi."

You know Xiangzi's character. If she really kicks Yutenji Wakami out of the band this time, then it won't be long before she kicks Hachiman Kailing out as well. Once these two are kicked out of the band, Xiangzi's last bit of gentleness will be gone.

"Lu Li, I can't leave the band. If I leave, I'll have nothing..." Yutenji Wakamai looked at you as if she were looking at the only lifeline she could grasp at in the ocean. At this point, it seemed like your words were the only thing in the world that could possibly change Toyokawa Shoko's mind.

"Well, leave it to me. I'll stop Xiangzi."

[The next day, you found Toyokawa Shoko.]

"Shoko, why did you expel Yutenji Wakamu from the band?" you questioned your lover.

"Why? Because she disobeyed discipline." Toyokawa Shoko replied coldly.

"She's clearly obeyed your instructions completely. You shouldn't treat her like this." You defended Yutenji Wakami. However, what you didn't expect was that when you defended Yutenji Wakami, Toyokawa Shoko's gaze suddenly became sharp.

[Shoko Toyokawa's voice suddenly became unusually cold. In that instant, the lover in front of you seemed to have become a stranger you didn't know.]

"You're speaking for Yutiansi Ruomai, right? Lu Li, you're actually going to deny me for a woman you have nothing to do with?"

Volume 1: Chapter 27 This is an order

"She's not someone who has nothing to do with me. She's my friend." You calmly looked at your lover, who had now become a tyrant.

If you were in the past, you would probably agree and comfort her, but now, you know you can no longer let her go on like this. She is not only killing the band members, but also the last trace of tenderness in her heart.

"Your friend?! I'm your lover! Lu Li, am I no longer as good as a friend in your heart?!" Toyokawa Shoko's voice grew increasingly cold.

"You are more important to me than anyone else, but Xiangzi, you are sick."

"I'm not sick! I founded the band, and I have the right to fire any member I deem unqualified. Whether it's Yutenji Wakami or Yawata Kairin, to the band, they're just ordinary members. Members can be replaced at will. Ave Mujica doesn't need the right five people, it just needs the right me!"

【“…”】

[Looking at Xiangzi, who was already terminally ill, you fell silent.]

“Xiangzi, the band doesn’t belong to you alone. Ave Mujica doesn’t really need the right five people, but you do.”

"No, I don't need it! All I need are five obedient people. It was always that way, and it will always be that way!"

Your gaze fell on Toyokawa Shoko's beautiful yet cold face. Although you were standing in the sun, you couldn't feel any warmth.

"What if the next member still makes you unhappy?" you ask your lover, "Will you continue to fire her?"

"Yes, until I'm satisfied. It's just one drummer and one bassist. There are plenty of people in Tokyo who can replace them!"

[Hearing this answer, you lowered your head, you realized that everything was too late.]

【“I understand.” You turned around and prepared to leave. 】

"Where are you going?! Lu Li, are you going to betray me too?!" Seeing you turn around, the coldness on Toyokawa Shoko's face instantly disappeared.

"Go home, it's time to set up shop." You replied calmly.

"Setting up a stall? Lu Li, are you planning to go find Yutenji Wakamaki and Hachiman Kailing?" Toyokawa Shoko grabbed you.

"Yes." Facing Toyokawa Shoko's questioning, you admitted it. Since Shoko was determined to fire Hachiman Kairin and Yutenji Wakumai, you should also make some arrangements for them. Hachiman Kairin is fine, but if Yutenji Wakumai is fired, her future will be ruined. You must find a way to compensate Yutenji Wakumai on Shoko's behalf.

“You’re not allowed to go!”