The goal of life is to break up all couples

Matsueda Azusa was silent for a moment, and Shiina Riki couldn't tell what he was thinking.

"So, Lixi, you've always wanted to return to your original Crychic."

Under Shiina Ritsuki's slightly evasive gaze, Matsueda Azusa chuckled softly. It didn't look like anything was wrong, and her tone was as cheerful as usual: "Ritsuki-chan, you're really something. If you thought so, why didn't you tell me earlier? I thought you thought Crychic was pretty good now. If I had known this, I wouldn't have stopped Soyo. Because of this, Soyo thought we were all ostracizing her."

No, it's not—

Although Matsueda Azusa didn't show anything wrong, Shiina Riki's heart trembled inexplicably, and she subconsciously wanted to deny it, but when she saw Takamatsu Deng's hopeful eyes, she couldn't say it.

Shiina Riki twisted the hem of her clothes tightly with her fingers. No, that wasn't right... She definitely didn't think the old Crychic was better than the current one, nor did she think the time she spent in a band with him was inferior to the past... It was absolutely not like that!

She pulled the light back, not to recreate the past Crychic, but just for the light!

However, at this point, it is impossible to say these words.

After all, she had just told Matsueda Azusa not long ago that Takamatsu Teru was no longer suitable for the current style of Crychic. So what did she mean by bringing Takamatsu Teru back into the band? In Matsueda Azusa's eyes, she clearly already had the answer.

Of course, she could explain to Matsueda Azusa what she was thinking, but the problem was... Takamatsu Deng was here too.

If she said these words in front of Deng, she would most likely not be able to bear it.

But if she were to drag Azusa Matsueda out to explain privately now, Takamatsu Teru would definitely notice that something was wrong with the atmosphere... Given her extremely inward-looking personality, she would most likely suspect that she was the cause of the conflict between Azusa Matsueda and Tatsuki Shiina.

Shiina Riki was caught in a dilemma.

Seeing this, Nagasaki Suyo immediately jumped in and said, "If that's the case, then... then I'm here to rejoin Crychic today! I thought I was the only one still nostalgic for the original Crychic, but I didn't expect everyone to feel the same way. That's great! Deng, we can all perform together on stage again... but we're missing Xiaomu and Xiaoxiang..."

When he heard what Nagasaki Suyo said, a trace of barely perceptible loneliness flashed in Matsueda Azusa's eyes.

For Tatsuki Shiina, does she actually prefer to return to the original Crychic?

Although he knew that there was nothing wrong with this and there was nothing wrong with Shiina Ritsuki thinking this way, for some reason... Matsueda Azusa still couldn't help feeling a sense of loss.

No, never mind...isn't this just fine?

Back to its original state.

If everyone likes the original Crychic, everyone hopes that this is the case.

Then Songzhi Zi can also accept it.

If it is someone he doesn't care about, Matsueda Azusa can act recklessly and aggressively, doing whatever he wants and opposing without hesitation as long as he is unhappy.

But to everyone in the band...Matsueda Azusa can't be so selfish.

He had previously rejected Nagasaki Motoyo because he thought others no longer wanted to rebuild the original Crychic, and that Shiina Ritsuki and Yawata Kaisuzu would value the current Crychic more. Furthermore, his advice to Nagasaki Motoyo to let go of the past and move on was completely sincere.

But now everyone wants to go back to the past, and Matsueda Azusa can't do anything to stop them from doing such selfish things.

He was just a little sad, as if all his efforts had been negated.

But only a little sad.

He could accept being dumped by Toyokawa Shoko, so isn't this matter much easier to accept in comparison?

Shiina Riki instantly noticed the emotion flashing in Matsueda Azusa's eyes. His chest felt like something was blocking it, and he subconsciously reached out and grabbed Matsueda Azusa's wrist.

We are so close now, but why... do we suddenly feel so far away?

An uncontrollable panic began to spread from Shiina Riki's heart, as if it was a sign of losing something.

Shouldn't she... leave Matsueda Azusa behind and run to find Takamatsu Touma?

"Very good……"

Takamatsu Deng looked at Nagasaki Suyo happily: "I used to think... it was because I didn't sing well at the Live... that's why Xiangzi left, and everyone hated me... so Crychic disbanded..."

"But, Li Xi said it wasn't my fault... and he always hoped that I would come back. No one hates me... After coming here, no one blames me... So, I'm really happy!"

Nagasaki Suyo, whether she truly understood the crux of the matter or was just acting on impulse, nodded and replied gently, "Yes, what happened back then... no one was wrong. It wasn't because of Deng, and we've never disliked Deng. On the contrary, Li Xi loves Deng the most."

"?! Hey, you!"

Shiina Riki suddenly turned his head to look at Nagasaki Suyo, gritting his teeth, but was completely unable to say anything in rebuttal.

"So, everyone, let's start over!"

Nagasaki Suyo seized the opportunity, her once dull eyes suddenly brightening. Counting on her fingers, she said, "The band, me, Azusa, Deng, and Riki... Although we've had so many misunderstandings and disagreements during this time, we finally understand each other and are back together, right? If we were to part ways like this, it would be too painful! Deng, Riki, and Azusa... Let's try again together!"

Upon hearing this, Hachiman Kailing couldn't help but frown, as if she wanted to say something. But seeing that Shiina Riki didn't react, she had no choice but to suppress her dissatisfaction for the time being and didn't interrupt.

Gao Songdeng smiled and said, "Yeah! Let's form a band together... for life!"

Nagasaki Suyo nodded without hesitation: "I agree! If we are together for the rest of our lives, it won't matter!"

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Chapter 55 Nagasaki Suyo’s ambition.

"…Welcome back, Deng."

Matsueda Azusa smiled at Takamatsu Touma.

Gao Songdeng nodded vigorously.

Only Shiina Riki, looking at the smile on Matsueda Azusa's face, felt as if her heart was being tightened and she felt unable to breathe.

She felt like a traitor, just like Toyokawa Shoko, whom she hated.

"Azusa, are you...are you okay?"

Shiina Riki finally couldn't help but ask in a low voice.

"Ok?"

Songzhi Zi tilted his head, a puzzled look on his face: "Why are you asking this all of a sudden? I'm fine. Everyone got what they wanted... Isn't that great?"

Looking at the happy scene before her, Hachiman Kailing stood up and asked, "Is it time for me to leave now, Lixi?"

Shiina Riki was still thinking about Matsueda Azusa when he was suddenly asked about it by Hachiman Kailing. His mind went blank for a moment and he stammered and couldn't speak.

But soon, Nagasaki Suyo answered for her: "Yawata-san, I'm not here to take your place. You're a member of Crychic now, aren't you? We all hope to be together, but this can't be at the expense of others - there's no rule that says a band can't have two bassists. Or... if you don't want to, I don't have to go on stage. I can take care of Crychic's logistics."

This is of course just a high-sounding lie. Nagasaki Suyo wishes she could kick Hachiman Kailing out right now, then bring Xiaomu and Xiangzi back, and reorganize Crychic on the spot to return to the past.

But she also knew very well that this was simply impossible. Even her ability to rejoin Crychic today was due to Gao Songdeng's help.

She could clearly see that Matsueda Azusa cared more about the current Crychic than the old one. If Shiina Ritsuki hadn't pulled Takamatsu Deng back without her permission, no matter how much Nagasaki Suyo begged, Matsueda Azusa wouldn't have let her rejoin the team, right?

Her return to the team today was a complete coincidence, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Therefore, what she needed to do now was not to rush to eliminate dissidents, but to consolidate her position.

If she aggressively forced Hachiman Kailing to quit the team right now, what if she angered Matsueda Azusa... What if he turned against her and kicked her out? Although the possibility was small, she didn't dare to take the risk.

Isn't it just forbearance? Nagasaki Suyo is the best at this kind of thing.

And from this incident, it seems that the relationship between Shiina Riki and Matsueda Azusa is not as close as she imagined.

Nagasaki Suyo secretly lowered her eyes and thought in her heart.

Even she could see what Matsueda Azusa cared about more, so did Shiina Riki not see it, or even if she saw it, she didn't care?

This is a perfect opportunity for Nagasaki Suyo to take advantage of!

It's clear to everyone that Matsueda Azusa holds a significant influence in the current Crychic world. If Shiina Tatsuki and Matsueda maintain a consistent stance, then whatever plans Nagasaki Motoyo wants to implement will be hampered at every turn, making the task of reviving the original Crychic extremely difficult.

But what if we can win over Matsueda Azusa?

That would be a completely different situation!

Nagasaki Suyo narrowed her eyes: Shiina Tatsuki, let me help you grasp the things that you can't grasp.

You'll thank me when I resurrect the original Crychic.

Shiina Riki suddenly felt a chill on his back, as if he was being stared at by something evil.

She forced a smile and patted her cheek to sober herself up: "Hai Ling, when I brought you into Crychic, I never thought that one day I would force you to leave. From the day you joined Crychic, we have been a family in the band."

"……That's good."

Hachiman Kailing breathed a sigh of relief, and her tense shoulders relaxed. For some reason, she subconsciously glanced at Matsueda Azusa, "That's... alright."

In fact, when she first arrived at RING today and saw Shiina Riki and Takamatsu Touma coming here, Hachiman Kailing had a bad feeling in her heart.

As a virtual "outsider," Yawata Kairin saw things clearly. Unlike Shiina Tatsuki, who cherished both Takamatsu Touma and the present with Matsueda Azusa, Matsueda Azusa, while also clinging to the past, had almost completely let it go, with no thought of ever rebuilding the original Crychic. In contrast, he placed all his energy on the present Crychic.

If Shiina Riki can't make a decision and still wants both... there will definitely be a rift between her and Matsueda Azusa.

But with Takamatsu Deng beside her, Yawata Kailing couldn't say these things to Shiina Riki. And... given her personality, even if Takamatsu Deng wasn't around, she wouldn't be likely to take the initiative to talk about such things with Riki.

The only thing that surprised her was that Matsueda Azusa accepted this reality so calmly - at least on the surface.

She had thought there was a good chance of an argument.

The breakups and reunions of bands are an unavoidable topic, and legendary mercenary Hachiman Kailing is no stranger to this.

Either the dispute leads to a breakup, or one of them chooses to give in and maintain stability. However, the one who chooses to give in cannot endure it forever, and the suppressed emotions will eventually erupt.

How should we solve the problem then?

Hachiman Kailing doesn't actually have much hope for Crychic's future.

But... since Shiina Riki wants this, she will stay with her until Crychic disbands.

"Alright! Since everyone has no objections, then it's settled. Anyway, welcome Deng and Sushi back to Crychic."

Songzhi Zi clapped his hands and said, "Logically, we should hold a welcome party... or something like that? But there's something we need to take care of first."

Shiina Riki was startled, fearing that Matsueda Azusa would say something like "quit the team," and quickly asked, "What's the matter?"

"Um... well, I went to sit with the band that Liang Xianbei is in yesterday evening. It just so happened that their live house there was also going to have a live show tomorrow, so I went to ask if we could go as the opening guest."

Matsueda Azusa scratched his cheek. "They did agree... I was originally planning to play 'In', the piece that Li Xi had arranged a few days ago. But since Deng and Su Shi are back today... I'm afraid we'll have to discuss this again. The main problem is that I've already told them the piece, so changing it might be a bit troublesome..."

"That's okay, right? We don't have any other music to play right now anyway."

When Shiina Riki heard that it was just this matter, she breathed a sigh of relief and answered subconsciously, but she soon realized the problem - now the lead singer of Crychic has become Takamatsu Deng again.

Lights... Can she adapt to this style of music?

Gao Songdeng noticed the look Shiina Riki was looking at her, and nodded quickly, encouraging herself: "I, I will try my best!"

Nagasaki Suyo looked a little embarrassed: "Is the performance tomorrow... Isn't the time a little too tight?"

It wasn't that she wanted to shirk responsibility, the problem was that she had been worrying about Crychic for a while and hadn't practiced bass at all. It was really too difficult to get her touch back in a short time.

Shiina Tachibana didn't have such a good attitude towards Nagasaki Suyo, and immediately replied: "If you can't do it, just watch from the audience. Hai Ling is enough for the bassist."

Nagasaki Suyo narrowed her eyes slightly, "That's not what I meant...Okay, I'll try my best to practice until I'm ready to go on stage tomorrow."

Although she was smiling on the surface, Nagasaki Suyo was already muttering to herself in her heart: Shiina Tatsuki, you can be a little arrogant and domineering now because you rely on everyone's indulgence of you... Don't regret it when I catch Matsueda Azusa.

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Chapter 56: Listen to the sweet and sour guidance.

"Hey, Liang Senbei, I'm treating you to a meal, are you coming?"

On the way back, Matsueda Azusa called Yamada Ryo.

Just now, everyone from Crychic practiced many times in the RING, but the results were... uh... hard to describe.

I won't mention Nagasaki Motoyo, who hasn't touched a bass in who knows how long, but I'm thankful that she's managed to regain some of her touch. But after all, it's just a bass, and with the superb performance of Hachiman Kairin, it can still cover up most of the problems.

The main problem is Takamatsu Touma.

Whether it was "In" or "Mountains and Seas", she was reluctant to speak.

Matsueda Azusa was not quite sure what the reason was. Although it was obvious that Takamatsu Deng had tried very hard, for some reason, even if she forced herself to sing, her voice was so soft that it was almost inaudible.

All in all it was terrible.

Later, Matsueda Azusa gave her some light desensitization training. During the last few practice sessions, she was able to sing the entire song, but whether she could face the live stage...

Songzhi Zi really didn't have much hope.

Moreover, the key issue is not here. Matsueda Azusa doesn't really care whether the stage performance has flaws or not.

Of course, it can't be said that he doesn't care, but his mind is now occupied by another emotion, and he really can't spare any extra emotions to worry about the performance.

Matsueda Azusa wanted to find someone to talk to, to relieve his depression. But after thinking about it, it was obvious that those people from Crychic were not suitable, and there was no point in talking to high school classmates about the band... In the end, the only person he could call out was that despicable person Yamada Ryo.

Alas, how sad, Songzhizi!

"Huh? You won the lottery, Songzhi."