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Chapter 52: Breaking New Records (Happy New Year's Eve)

The finale of Ultramarine ends with a chorus.

Inspired by Ryuichi Sugawara, the three women also participated in the final chorus.

"Let me hear the true voice of my heart, hidden unconsciously, echo."

“Even if you don’t see it, it’s there.”

Although they didn't have a microphone, the sound of several people singing together still added a rich layering to the song.

As they sang, everyone laughed and enjoyed themselves.

"Yuki, did you and Sugawara-san discuss this in advance?"

When the song ended and the scoring system was estimating, Ishiguro Aine couldn't help but ask.

"No... I didn't expect him to help me sing the chorus part."

Yuki Takanashi, who was holding the microphone, was a little out of breath, her chest heaving slightly, and she shook her head.

At that moment just now, she was really scared, but more of a surprise.

"I was really scared just now. Sugawara-san, you are really good."

Utada Yoko was sitting relatively close and couldn't help but nudge Sugawara Ryuichi with her elbow, feeling extremely excited.

"Sugawara-san, how did you make that sound just now? You're too strong, aren't you?"

Ishiguro Aine agreed with this statement and was also shocked and filled with emotion.

You can tell the professional and amateur levels just by listening.

When Sugawara Ryu opened his mouth just now, his explosive power was terrifying, completely not on the same level as that of ordinary people.

She was completely stunned at the time, and had no idea how Ryuichi Sugawara could make such a sound.

"sharp."

Since they had already spoken, Yoshino Sakai just gave them a thumbs up of admiration.

Ultimately, the reason they were so shocked was that they didn't have high expectations of Ryuichi Sugawara.

Although they had met by chance at a karaoke bar before, and although they had seen Sugawara Ryuichi playing the guitar at Ochanomizu and his skills were very strong, they knew even earlier that this guy was an excellent student.

Considering that a person's time and energy are limited, they subconsciously thought that even if Ryuichi Sugawara could sing, his level should be just so-so. Who would have thought that he was so good at everything.

"The sound just now was the effect of nasal resonance, one of the vocal techniques... But I think Yuki is even more amazing. Her vocal quality is so good. The moment she opened her mouth just now, I got goosebumps."

Being surrounded by them and praised by them, Sugawara Ryuichi felt a little embarrassed. After briefly responding to the questions, he decisively shifted the focus.

Singing is something that requires a lot of talent. A good voice is enough to surpass others’ years of hard work.

"Eh...it's not as exaggerated as you say."

Yuki Takanashi didn't expect that he would call her name at this time and praise her. Although she was very happy, she was a little flustered.

[Yuki Kotori feels her heartbeat quicken, heart rate +1]

"Hahaha, of course. Yuki sings really well, that's why we often come to karaoke."

Although she was not the one being praised, Utada Yoko felt extremely proud when she saw him say that.

"Yuki, let me tell you, Sugawara-san's expression just now was hilarious. It was like he got an electric shock, he was stunned, and he straightened his back unconsciously, as if he was in awe."

Speaking of this, Yoshino Sakai also has something to say.

"Wait a minute... Yuki, look, you set a new record."

At this moment, Ishiguro Aine suddenly screamed and pointed at the only large screen in the room.

"A new record?"

Hearing this, Yuki Kotori, who was originally embarrassed by the praise, subconsciously turned around and saw two huge golden numbers printed on the screen.

"97?"

After seeing this number, Birdie was completely stunned after the anniversary came out.

So far, the highest score she has ever received in karaoke is 96 points, which was achieved by her best song "Lemon".

Although "Ultramarine" is one of her best songs, its highest score before this was at most 94 points.

This score has been holding her back for a long time. No matter how hard she tries, she can never break through the 95-point mark.

But now, she has not only broken through the 95-point barrier, but has even broken her own record for the highest score in karaoke.

"Really?! I set a new record!"

After a brief silence, Yuki Takanashi reacted and felt extremely excited. She couldn't help but look back at Ryuichi Sugawara.

She knew very well that she was able to break her personal best record thanks to Ryuichi Sugawara's singing.

Ultimately, Ultramarine isn’t a song meant for solo performance.

[Yuki Kotori's heart beats, heart value +2]

When Sugawara Ryuichi saw her looking back in surprise, his beautiful eyes filled with smiles, he was suddenly stunned.

Because the scene was so beautiful, Yuki Takanashi stood with her back to the light, next to the 97-point screen, looking back at him with a genuine smile of surprise.

This beauty comes from the soul, heals people's hearts, and is a joy that everyone can resonate with.

Perhaps it was due to his man's instinct, or perhaps it was the instinct of his professional portrait photography skills, but Ryuichi Sugawara looked at her in a daze, not daring to blink, wanting to deeply engrave this beautiful scene in his heart.

At the same time, because no one paused the jukebox, Lemon's accompaniment sounded in the room.

At such a moment, the accompaniment of "Lemon" sounded, and the intoxicating melody penetrated the soul.

"..."

After a brief eye contact, Yuki Takanashi was the first to come back to her senses from her surprise. She found that he was staring at her blankly, as if he was fascinated. She couldn't help feeling ashamed and looked away.

[Yuki Takanashi feels like her heart is fluttering, heartbeat value +3]

As she turned her head with a shy look on her face, a text prompt from the system appeared in the corner of her eye. Sugawara Ryuichi came to his senses and looked at the line of words, only to find that his heartbeat had unknowingly accelerated to a new level.

"what……"

Just then, a sigh was heard from the side.

"Why didn't I take a picture just now? The eye contact just now was so touching."

Utada Yoko was very upset and regretted it so much that she beat her chest and stamped her feet.

The moment just now was so touching that she was stunned and didn't even think of taking a picture with her phone.

"Aine, did you see any sparks just now?"

At this moment, Sakai Yoshino asked as if no one was around.

"It's more than just sparks, it's fireworks."

Ishiguro Aine nodded decisively and continued the conversation with a more profound attitude.

Although they said this, the smiles on their faces completely exposed their thoughts.

Because the eye contact between Yuki and Sugawara-san just now was so touching, it really made them feel touched.

"What fireworks, really."

Yuki Takanashi, who was already very shy, couldn't hold back when she heard their teasing. She ran over and beat them up in shame and anger.

(End of this chapter)