The goal of life is to break up all couples

"Ah, it's the stage name, or nickname, I gave Goto-san."

Yamada Ryo raised his hand: "Don't you think it's suitable?"

Since "Goto Ichiri" sounds like "alone", should we call her "Pochi" (lonely)?

"Punch sounds will cost you money!"

Matsueda Azusa couldn't help but complain, "And you, Ryousenbei, you have all sorts of clever ideas for nicknames, but why don't you think of a way to save the situation? You're the one with the most performance experience here, right?"

Yamada Ryo turned his head away guiltily. "Because I'm just a bassist, there's nothing I can do about it."

"What do you mean there's no way? It's because you're a bassist that you have a way, right? Whether it's playing with your teeth, doing a hip-hop dance on the spot, or just starting a swing..."

Matsueda Azusa unknowingly began to insult Beisi today, "If they had just picked any one to perform, it wouldn't have been a dull performance."

"I might as well just rush down with my bass and hit it for you. That would be more eye-catching."

Yamada Ryo made a golfing gesture.

"I have no opinion."

Matsueda Azusa said he had no objection: "Then I'll take out my guitar and fight you, and it'll be like Star Wars. That will definitely be a huge gimmick."

"Well, um...I think I really like this nickname."

Goto Ichiri said weakly, his eyes shining: "Before, people always called me "Hey" and "That guy", so I think Pochi is very good. It's the first time someone gave me a nickname, I'm very happy."

Yamada Ryo elbowed Matsueda Azusa: "How is it? Take a look."

"whispering sound."

Matsueda Azusa rolled her eyes at her, then squatted down, looked at Goto Ichiri, and gave him a thumbs-up. "Ah, as long as you like it, teacher. You really did an outstanding job today! It was a completely professional performance. You can perform at such a high level on your first stage performance. You are worthy of being called Guitar Hero teacher."

Goto Ichiri kept bowing to Matsueda Azusa while sitting in the dogeza position. "This is all thanks to Matsueda-kun. Otherwise, I would have completely messed up the performance. I really don't know how to repay you!"

Yamada Ryo crossed his arms, "In this situation, the only option is to pledge my love to you, right?"

"Hey!"

Hong Xia slashed Yamada Ryo on the head with a knife: "Don't teach the child bad things!"

Matsueda Azusa raised the international friendly sign to Yamada Ryo: "If this means giving yourself in return, then shouldn't Ryo Senbei, who cheated me out of my money, also sell herself to pay off the debt?"

Then he said seriously to Goto Ichiri, "No need to repay me. Rather... this is my way of repaying my teacher. If it weren't for Guitar Hero's encouragement, I'm afraid I would have succumbed to the blow and given up music long ago. Even if I had started over with the encouragement of my friends, I wouldn't have had the opportunity to perform on stage so soon."

"Since Guitar Hero is responsible for my return to the stage, it only makes sense for me to help out with your first performance, Sensei! Besides, I was just the start, and your performance was absolutely perfect!"

Hong Xia couldn't help but sigh: "You are so awesome, Matsueda-senpai."

Yamada Ryo came over and said expressionlessly: "You are really assassy, ​​Matsueda-senpai~"

"Why does it sound so strange coming out of your mouth?"

Matsueda Azusa couldn't help but complain, picking up a drumstick and chasing after Yamada Ryo: "Don't ruin the atmosphere at a time like this, you piece of shit! This kind of plot should be a climax in a manga!"

Yamada Ryo naturally grabbed the drumsticks from Hongxia and fought and retreated with Matsueda Azusa, the drumsticks clashing and making a "crackling" sound as they fled across the practice room. "Hey, I was clearly praising Matsueda, you know?"

Goto Ichiri looked at the playful and quarrelsome Yamada Ryo and Matsueda Azusa with envy, and couldn't help thinking that it would be great if she could get along so harmoniously with her friends. Forming a band was indeed the happiest thing in the world.

"Don't be so poor, so when will you pay me back?"

Matsueda Azusa delivered a critical hit.

Yamada Ryo played dumb and said, "Eh? What are you talking about? Ryo doesn't know."

But forget it, Matsueda Azusa himself doesn't really care about money. He is not short of money. It's just that he was cheated and he is holding a grudge.

He curled his lips and said, "Well, forget it. But... if you have time, come to our crychic and hang out. Hailing mentioned it a while ago, asking why you haven't been here for so long and she's not used to it."

Yamada Ryo was stunned for a moment, "Yeah... I see. I'll go if I'm free in the next few days."

But she quickly added, "So if I go, will there be an appearance fee?"

Songzhi Zi's fists hardened: "It's still the appearance fee! You should pay it back first!"

This guy really deserves some love.

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By the time Matsueda Azusa returned to the residential area where his house was located, it was already completely dark.

It's already past nine o'clock. If it were an ordinary student, he would have been urged by a series of calls and text messages from home. Most students of this age have curfews at home.

But Matsueda Azusa was alright. His parents were both very busy and only came home a few times a year, so this place was basically his private residence.

Apart from the fixed monthly payment of living expenses and questions about deviation values ​​at the end of each semester, everything else is completely left to its own devices, and naturally there are no restrictions such as curfews.

They probably don't know about Matsueda Azusa's band yet, right? But even if they did, they probably wouldn't react.

But Matsueda Azusa didn't care, because he already had another "home" anyway.

He walked down to the building as if he was familiar with the place, and was about to take out the access card in advance, but suddenly he found a dark shadow standing at the door of the building.

Because the light was dim at this angle, and the shadow didn't say a word and didn't trigger the voice-controlled light, Matsueda Azusa couldn't see who the guy was at all, and could only see the rough outline of his figure.

Songzhi Zi was a little hesitant for a moment.

What's the situation?

Could it be that some criminals have sneaked in and are lurking here?

Should I call the doorman or security guard right away? If I rush in, I might get into trouble.

Thinking of this, Songzhi Zi immediately turned around and changed direction.

But before he could take a step, the dark shadow had already discovered him.

Seeing that he seemed to want to turn around and leave, the other party seemed to be anxious and immediately ran over to try to catch up with Songzhi Zi.

Songzhi Zi was shocked: Oh no! It's coming for me!

He quickly ran away, but when he looked back, he saw that the guy chasing him had run for a few steps and could no longer run. He was supporting his knees with his hands and panting.

It felt a bit strange, as if it was not what he imagined. Songzhi Zi carefully moved closer to take a look——

Oh my god, why is it Nagasaki Suyo?

Matsueda Azusa knew that Nagasaki Suyo lived in the same residential complex as him, but why did she inexplicably end up waiting downstairs at his house?

Are you still waiting for him, trying to find Toyokawa Shoko through him?

This guy is really evil-minded.

Matsueda Azusa breathed a sigh of relief and walked towards Nagasaki Suyo, her tone sounding a little impatient: "What do you want from me? I've already said that there's no way I'm going to go with Xiang..."

"I'm sorry! Matsueda-kun!"

But unexpectedly, before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by Nagasaki Suyo.

She looked determined and bowed deeply: "I was wrong before! I completely repent now. Please let me return to crychic! Oh Negai! If you can let me return to crychic, I'm willing to do anything!"

29. crychic is dead, it was your choice! Soyo!

"Clam?"

Songzhi Zi was stunned by her, and asked with a question mark on her face: "Wait...what did you say?"

Nagasaki Suyo pinched her fingers and repeated, "I was wrong to quit crychic before. I regret it! Now I can't find Xiaoxiang, and I have no place to stay. If I can't go back to crychic... Watasi!"

Isn't it just an apology? This is nothing to Nagasaki Suyo, even if she has to kneel down and beg.

As long as she can find a chance to return to crychic, she will be able to do much more than she is now.

Apart from anything else, she had just parted ways with Shiina Riki today. As long as Matsueda Azusa agreed to let her return to crychic, she would inevitably have a dispute with Shiina Riki.

At that time, she could take advantage of the situation, sow discord between the two of them, and easily take down Matsueda Azusa - and then dump him!

Humph, the formula to victory is already written.

The dim street lights made everything around her hazy. Nagasaki Suyo lowered her head and hid her face in the shadows. Matsueda Azusa couldn't see her expression.

Matsueda Azusa felt a chill for some reason and frowned. "What on earth do you think of crychic? You just quit when you don't want to come anymore, and when you have nowhere else to go, you want to come back... Is this what crychic is in your eyes?"

"No...it's not..."

Having anticipated that Matsueda Azusa wouldn't agree so easily, Nagasaki Suyo quickly reached out and grabbed Matsueda Azusa's wrist, shaking her head and explaining with a pinched voice, "I've never considered crychic something to give up so easily! I... I just wanted to get Xiaoxiang back together, but I didn't expect things to turn out like that. Matsueda-kun, you're angry, right... I think it's natural for you to be angry."

"But please believe me, crychic, I value it more than anything else! I'm really sorry, so when everyone in crychic went their separate ways, I was just as sad as you, Matsueda. I hope you can understand how I feel. If I can't return to crychic, Vatasi!"

Nagasaki Suyo's hands were cold, and the moment he grabbed Matsueda Azusa's wrist, he felt a chill.

How long had this guy been waiting downstairs? Matsueda Azusa was coming home nearly two or three hours later than usual today. Could Nagasaki Suyo have stood here in the cold wind, waiting for so long?

Nagasaki Suyo's little trick really succeeded.

Although Matsueda Azusa still didn't give her a good look, his tone softened slightly: "It's not that I can't understand your feelings. I also regard Crychic as my most important "home". But no matter what, Crychic can't go back to the past. Soyo...you have to look forward."

"How...how could it be?"

Nagasaki Suyo felt an arrow in her heart. She forced a smile and said tremblingly, "As long as we can find everyone back..."

"Soyo, let me tell you. Crychic has experienced two deaths. The first time was when Toyokawa Shoko left. Crychic lost the key link that connected and united all members. At that time, Crychic's soul had died, leaving only an empty shell."

Matsueda Azusa interrupted Nagasaki Suyo and held up two fingers. "The second time was when you left. When Toyokawa Shoko left, we were still able to perform without a keyboard player. When Mutou left, I, a former rhythm guitarist, could barely play lead guitar. When Deng left Crychic, we were still able to serve as lead vocalist—but after you left, Crychic was completely dead in name only. Even the most basic performance was a luxury."

"Crychic's soul and body have perished one by one, and there's no way they'll ever be resurrected. The current Crychic has been rebuilt from the ruins, and it's a completely different Crychic from the original."

Matsueda Azusa finally delivered a decisive, final conclusion: "So do you understand? Soyo, it was you who buried Crychic in the graveyard and covered him with the final rubble."

"Lixi and I are just wanderers trying to find a new home after our homes were shattered and our companions were separated. Nagasaki Suyo! You come here now and say you want to return to Crychic... Don't you think that's a bit too frivolous, too brazen... too shameless?"

After hesitating for a moment, Matsueda Azusa finally did not say anything too offensive, but reluctantly changed his words.

Nagasaki Suyo clenched her fists, her face hidden in the shadows was gloomy and uncertain, and a huge wave of emotions surged in her heart.

On the one hand, she felt that it was too ridiculous and disgusting that Matsueda Azusa, the damn scum who had cheated on her with Shiina Ritsuki and forced Toyokawa Shoko away, dared to say such high-sounding words, which almost made her furious.

But on the other hand, paradoxically... she somehow felt that Matsueda Azusa's words were truly heartfelt, and as much as she hated to admit it... they did make some sense. If she hadn't abandoned Crychic, who was already on the verge of collapse, and recklessly went to find Xiaoxiang... perhaps things wouldn't have come to this point.

And if you think about it carefully, Matsueda Azusa and Shiina Tatsuki really didn't have any intention or action to force her to leave. When she decided to abandon crychic and look for Xiaoxiang wholeheartedly, Matsueda Azusa even tried hard to persuade her to stay... It doesn't seem like they deliberately forced everyone else to leave just to occupy Shiina Tatsuki's nest.

Nagasaki Suyo was torn between her conscience and her desires, and was hesitant for a moment.

Seeing that Nagasaki Suzuya seemed a little confused, Matsueda Azusa felt a little soft-hearted for a moment.

After all, she was once a companion, and Matsueda Azusa really couldn't do something like scolding her and then walking away.

"Ugh……"

Matsueda Azusa couldn't help but sigh and advised, "Don't dwell on the crychic of the past, Soyo. I know it was a beautiful... unforgettable time. But we can't go back."

"Important things are irreplaceable, and once something is lost, it can never be recovered. Soyo, it's time for you to learn to let go of these heavy shackles and move on. Whether it's giving up music or forming a new band... Although tangible things will disappear one day, it doesn't mean they have no value. The precious things that crychic once brought you will always remain in your heart, and as long as you never forget them, they will always be fresh."

"no, do not want……"

Nagasaki Suyo clutched the hem of her clothes tightly.

"what?"

Her voice was so soft that Songzhi Zi couldn't hear it clearly.

"I said... I don't want to! I don't want to form a new band, I don't want to move on!"

Nagasaki Suyo could no longer maintain her deliberately suppressed voice. She clenched her fists and hysterically said, "Why do you, Matsueda, talk about giving up so lightly? It's like it's a piece of cake! I just want crychic back. I just miss everything in the past. I just want to 'go home'!"

The grievances that had been pent up for a long time could no longer be suppressed. Nagasaki Suyo couldn't help but break down in tears, wiping her tears vigorously with both hands. "Xiaoxiang never read my messages and never replied. He didn't even bother to talk to me. Mu said he never felt happy about being in a band with us, and now you have formed a new crychic... Am I the only one who thinks crychic is a unique place, the only one who is nostalgic for it?"

"I know. Everyone thinks I'm annoying and a meaningless guy... Mu said he didn't want to be my mouthpiece anymore, Xiaoxiang blocked me, and you guys don't want me to return to the band... But this isn't what I wanted! I don't want to be such an annoying guy, I just... I just don't want to be alone anymore. I just want to go home. Is that not okay?"

Nagasaki Suyo didn't know why she suddenly had an emotional breakdown. No matter how cold Xiaoxiang was to her, or how badly Lixi looked at her, she felt that she could bear it. She felt that as long as she continued to work hard, she would be able to save everything.

However, in the face of Matsueda Azusa's persuasion and his rare tenderness towards her, Nagasaki Suyo could no longer suppress the grievances in her heart, and all the long-term repression broke out at this moment.

Nagasaki Suyo's crying soon attracted the attention of the surrounding residents. Matsueda Azusa found that some families even turned on the balcony lights and stuck their heads out to eat the melons.

Songzhi Zi's scalp tingled. What was going on? Why did he suddenly explode? He didn't say anything particularly offensive!

No, I can’t let her cry here, otherwise I don’t know how many people will come out to watch.

When Matsueda Azusa thought of this, he quickly grabbed Nagasaki Suyo's hand and ran home.

30. Ounegai! Watasi…

Empty living room.