My love is abyss mode

Chapter 140 The New Band (4.2K)

On November 11, a little after 5 a.m., no one in the camp was asleep yet.

As the deep black sky gradually brightened and took on a bluish-purple hue, the sounds that had lasted all night finally subsided, leaving only the clear chirping of birds in the woods.

Inside the two-person tent, Shirakawa Momo lay in bed, yawned softly, turned off her phone screen, and prepared to sleep.

"Have you finished writing?" Toyama Chitose turned to face her, her expression somewhat unpleasant.

"It's almost done, but it might need to be rewritten."

Shirakawa Momo glanced up at her, a mocking smile playing on her lips, and asked softly, "Do you have some kind of peculiar fetish? You actually listened all night."

"I don't care. I'm just using her to practice my technique."

"Do you really think so?"

"I will definitely be the final winner. You would never understand." Chitose Toyama closed her eyes, adjusted herself into a comfortable position, and prepared to sleep.

Seeing that her confident demeanor seemed genuine and that she truly thought so, Shirakawa Momo fell into deep thought.

Sure enough, "practicing techniques" was just an excuse for her to comfort herself.
Based on her understanding of Kuronuma, the so-called "responsibility" means never giving up after eating it. If Chitose Toyama really has this mentality, she will only become the biggest loser in the end.

Amidst a jumble of chaotic thoughts, the cat, forced to stay up all night, gradually drifted off to sleep.

As dawn broke, dew condensed on the wooden tables under the sunshade in the quiet campsite, reflecting a variety of colors. As the sun rose higher, bright sunlight bathed the mountains and forests.

It wasn't until noon that Kuronuma was the first to wake up. The tent was filled with the damp scent of roses, and the warm body in his arms radiated warmth.

He opened his eyes and saw Hatsushiro Ryo lying asleep on his chest, her long eyelashes trembling slightly, her face full of obedient expression.

The two of them squeezed into one blanket, with one person's space between them. Shinkai Shiona had her back to them and buried herself completely in two blankets and two pillows.

In the early hours of the morning, she asked Hatsushiro Ryo if she needed help sharing the burden, but was glared at and shut down, and then she became this withdrawn.

After glancing at the time on his phone screen, Kuronuma carefully got out of bed and crouched down to approach the tent entrance.

As I unzipped the tent and crawled out, I looked around the campsite and just then saw Shirakawa Momo emerge from her tent at the same time, her delicate face showing signs of fatigue.

"Good morning." He raised his hand in greeting, walked to the wooden table, opened a can of Coke, and gulped it down.

After a long night's work, I desperately need to replenish my fluids.

"Ah."

Shirakawa Momo responded coolly with a nasal tone, standing beside Kuronuma Kiba, and pulled the metal tab of a sports drink: "Cola kills sperm."

"rumor."

"People are always willing to believe what they want to believe."

"This is a complete rumor. There are research papers that prove that drinking less than 1 liter of cola a day has absolutely no effect."

Kuronuma Kiba tossed away the empty Coke can, turned around and saw that she looked a little upset, and reached out to rub Shirakawa Momo's head: "In comparison, high-temperature environments have a greater impact, such as hot springs, saunas, and tight pants, as well as a lack of zinc and vitamin E."

"Don't you ever stay up late?"

Shirakawa Momo swallowed a small sip of her sports drink, parted her pink lips slightly, yawned, and her golden eyes dimmed: "I thought you wouldn't care about Shionai-chan, but I didn't expect you to have no sense of public decency at all."

As she spoke, she turned her head and met Kuronuma's gaze, her whole body radiating a strong resentment from not having slept well.

“You slept perfectly well in the same bed last time,” Kuronuma said casually.

"That's because you're too tired."

"It's my fault for not involving you."

Upon hearing this, Shirakawa Momo raised her leg and stomped on his foot hard, her golden eyes flashing with a cold light, no longer looking like she hadn't woken up yet.

"Do I look like someone who's greedy?" she asked through gritted teeth.

"I'll definitely let you participate next time."

Kuronuma raised his hand in assurance, his dark eyes taking in Shirakawa Momo's delicate face with a playful gaze. He smiled and asked in a rather nasty tone, "How about tomorrow? You have a three-day holiday, right?"

Because Hatsushino Ryo hogs the nights, he can only spend the daytime playing with the cat.

"I do not have time."

Shirakawa Momo turned and left, her face cold as she walked out of the camp, muttering under her breath, "A piece of scum with a head full of dirty thoughts, an incurable pest, an unrestrained idiot."

"Where are you going?" Kuronuma Kiba caught up with her from behind, but without triggering the keyword, he pretended not to hear.

"Buy breakfast, eat it, and then head down the mountain."

"I will go with you."

"Tsk." Shirakawa Momo glanced at him coldly, without refusing.

There are no breakfast shops on the mountaintop, but since it's already noon, there are many vendors selling various snacks and Takao Mountain specialties, saving time on cooking.

When the two returned to the campsite chatting, Hatsushino Ryo and Toyama Chitose had already gotten up and were sitting at the wooden table waiting for dinner.

Shirakawa Momo placed the lunch she had bought on the dining table and walked toward the larger tent to wake Shinkai Shiona up.

After setting out lunch, Kuronuma Kiba sat down next to Hatsushino Ryo, took the hand she offered, and looked at Toyama Chitose, who looked tired: "Senpai, what have you thought about the band?"

It seems she didn't sleep well last night either; she should have plenty of time to think it over.

"If you join the band, I can agree to Tao's conditions."

Chitose Toyama took a takoyaki, skewered it with a bamboo stick, took a small bite, and said while eating, "It's fine to just hang out, come and play if you're bored."

“I might bring Kanon along, and have her be my manager or something.” Kuronuma Kiba looked at Hatsushino Ryo’s beautiful face, his wine-red eyes gleaming slightly.

The new band lineup is undoubtedly the warmest place in the world for her.

"you--"

Chitose Toyama was about to object when she suddenly remembered that the new band was managed by Momo Shirakawa, and all she had to do was play the guitar. She swallowed the words that were on the tip of her tongue: "Whatever makes you happy. I just need to go to the Budokan."

As she spoke, Shirakawa Momo returned to the wooden table, and Shinkai Shiona followed behind her, rubbing her eyes and moving her feet mechanically. Compared to her usual energetic self, she looked somewhat stiff.

"Good morning, everyone." Shinkai Shionai greeted the others, sat down on a folding chair, her lifeless blue eyes scanning the food on the table, her hands hanging limply without moving.

Compared to Shirakawa Momo and Toyama Chitose, she was the one who truly suffered, able to hear even the sound of water, fully immersed in the experience.

"Eat, then pack your things."

Shirakawa Momo announced the next steps, then grabbed a can of sports drink, opened it, and tried to perk herself up: "We'll take the cable car down the mountain later."

"Okay~" Shinkai Shiona responded weakly, mechanically stuffing food into her mouth.

Seeing that they had no interest in chatting, Kuronuma Kiba silently ate his lunch while taking out his phone to send a message to Matsusaka Kanon.

[Kuronuma: We're going down the mountain this afternoon. Do you want to join the band?]
[Kuronuma: Serving as an agent or similar position]
[Matsusaka: Hmm, is that okay?]
[Kuronuma: You're worried about Shiona, aren't you? I'll also be credited.]
[Matsusaka: Hmm, I hope I won't cause you any trouble?]
[Kuronuma: No, I'll come find you after school]
[Matsusaka: Okay.]
After lunch, everyone packed their luggage. Things like sunshades and tents didn't need to be packed; Chitose Toyama would take care of that.

Not having to clean up after camping is undoubtedly a pleasant surprise. After everything was packed up, we gathered under the sunshade to prepare for our descent.

As the minister, Chitose Toyama glanced at the group, a hint of struggle flashing in her crystalline purple eyes. She struggled to control her tone, speaking in a calm voice:

"I hereby declare that, from this moment forward, the love trap is officially dissolved."

Kiba Kuronuma, Ryo Hatsushino, and Momo Shirakawa were not surprised at all, only Shiona Niimi's eyes widened, her face showing shock, she did not expect it to be so sudden.

She instinctively felt somewhat unwilling and wanted to voice her objections, but after glancing at Kuronuma, her moist pink lips ultimately remained silent.

That's fine too. As long as you don't say things like "reunite the band" anymore, telling Ya that "you only care about him" will be more convincing.

Seeing that Shinkai Shiona did not react, Toyama Chitose frowned in confusion, waited a few seconds and then continued, "Momo will form a new band, and Kiba will join as the bassist."

"It's just a nominal appointment," Kuronuma Kiba added, explaining that he didn't want to go on stage with a lighter in his mouth, as that would be too comical.

"Also, Kanon will be joining as a manager."

As he said this, Kuronuma Kiba's gaze fell on Shinkai Shiona. She looked up to meet his eyes, biting her lower lip without saying a word.

Shionai Shiona was naturally unwilling, but "not going against Kuronuma Kiba's wishes and obeying his orders" was the most important part of her summary of "how to please Kuronuma Kiba".

Seeing that no one had any objections, Shirakawa Momo clapped her hands lightly to attract attention and said with a cold face, "I haven't thought of a name for the band yet. Let's redistribute responsibilities now."

“I can only play the drums.” Shinichi Shionai raised her hand to interrupt her.

"No, you can't even play the drums."

Shirakawa Momo glanced at her indifferently, her golden eyes filled with disdain: "I will help you learn. Also, you can manage the social media platforms."

Upon hearing the first part of the sentence, Shinkai Shiona's turquoise eyes dimmed, but after hearing the rest, a smile returned to her innocent face.

"I'm not a completely useless piece of trash, am I?" Shinkai Shiona thought smugly, completely unaware that she had been CPU-crushed by Shirakawa Momo.

"Shionai-chan's problem is easy to solve; she just needs a lot of practice."

Shirakawa Momo crossed her arms to hide her already immature figure, and looked at Hatsushino Ryo with a cold gaze: "You only need to be in charge of bass, Chitose will be in charge of vocals, and Shionai-chan will be in charge of backing vocals."

"." Hatsushiro Ryo nodded gently, obeying her arrangement.

"In addition, the band needs to sign a formal contract. I need to review the marketing resources and contract after you and Matsusaka-senpai have discussed it."

Despite Shirakawa Momo's blunt attitude, Hatsushino Ryo still nodded. Given their relationship, as long as Kuronuma Kiba wasn't involved, everything else was fine.

Finally, Shirakawa Momo looked at Toyama Chitose, her gaze lingering on her fingernails, and frowned, saying, "Your guitar is pretty ordinary too. Cut your nails. Also, the mountaineering club will be renamed the band, and I'll be its president."

After saying that, ignoring the ugly look on Toyama Chitose's face, she turned and left the camp: "Let's go down the mountain and go home. We'll meet in the rehearsal room at 5 o'clock."

Her petite figure trudged through the fallen leaves, her short black hair swaying with an inexplicable air of aloofness, as if she had no intention of listening to anyone's opinions.

Kuronuma Kiba turned to look at Hatsushino Ryo, and asked with some curiosity, "Was Momo always like this before?"

Domineering and leaving no room for discussion, speaking with a commanding tone—the serious demeanor of a cat.

"." Hatsushiro Ryo thought for a moment and nodded slightly.

"When Tao is serious about doing something, she doesn't give others any room to say anything, and she will take responsibility if she fails."

Chitose Toyama watched Shirakawa Momo's departing figure, then took a step to catch up, her slightly narrowed eyes revealing a cunning look: "In some ways, it's very worry-free."

"It feels like I'm about to have a tough time."

Before even starting to practice, Shinkai Shiona could already see the days ahead when her arms ached from playing drums every day, and she started complaining: "Ugh, the band's name is more important."

"Let's go home and get some rest. Tao will come up with short-term goals today."

Chitose Toyama turned around and said something to the three of them, then quickened her pace to catch up with Momo Shirakawa. Shiona Shinkai, looking reluctant, jogged after her.

Kuronuma Kiba, holding Hatsushino Ryo's hand, walked at the very back, keeping a distance from the three figures ahead of him: "Ryo, are you happy that the band is on the right track?"

"A little bit."

"What if everything you said last night comes true?"

"Add a little more."

Hatsushiro Ryo paused for a moment, then intertwined her fingers as if afraid he would run away, her tone becoming more serious: "They would be very happy if they didn't have any feelings for you."

Kuronuma gave an awkward laugh but didn't reply.

After taking the cable car to the foot of the mountain, two black cars and a purple car were already parked by the roadside, their paint reflecting the bright sunlight.

After bidding farewell to the others, Chitose Toyama got into the car and left first.

The remaining four people, Shirakawa Momo and Shinkai Shiona in one car, Kuronuma Kiba and Hatsushino Ryo in another car, driven by Kobayakawa Reiko.

After the two got into the back seat of the car, she turned to Hatsushino Ryo and said, "Miss, the head of the family requests that you come to the company when you have time."

"I was planning to go back to the academy first, why don't you go to the company? We'll meet at the LiveHouse tonight?"

Kuronuma Kiba took over the conversation, and seeing Hatsushino Ryo nod in agreement, he said to Kobayakawa Reiko, "Take me to the academy first."

"clear."

The vehicle slowly started and drove along the elevated road towards downtown Tokyo.

Hatsushika Ryo reluctantly lay on Kuronuma Kiba's lap, as if it were months since they had been separated for only a few hours.

Kuronuma gently stroked her short white hair, leaned back in his chair, and closed his eyes to rest.

When they arrived at the private Seiran Academy, it was a little past 3 p.m. The car stopped in front of the student council's separate building. Hatsushino Ryo put her arm around Kuronuma Kiba's waist, not letting him leave.

She raised her face, her wine-red eyes staring intently at Kuronuma Kiba, remaining silent even as Kobayakawa Reiko got out of the car, as if some necessary condition in the game had not been met, preventing her from leaving this area.

Kuronuma Kiba and Hatsushino Ryo gazed at each other for a moment, then leaned down and gently kissed the young lady's pink lips, finally loosening the arms around her waist.

"We have to meet at 5 o'clock, so there's no time to do it with Kanon, you know that."

Considering that Kuronuma Kiba always takes a long time, Hatsushika Ryo finally let go of him completely, sat up straight, and adopted the demeanor befitting a young lady: "Don't be late."

"Okay, see you later."

"We're going on a date tomorrow."

"it is good."

Kuronuma Kiba reached out and ruffled her hair. As he opened the car door, he suddenly remembered that he hadn't gone on a date with Matsuzaka Kanon yet, and turned back to ask, "Can we add Kanon? I've never gone on a date with her before."

After a moment's hesitation, Hatsushino Ryosuke shook his head and refused: "Give her the time for the band's rehearsals."

"Okay, I'll arrange tomorrow's date."

If she makes the arrangements, Kuronuma is afraid he'll spend all his time in the hotel.

(End of this chapter)