People are in animation, but they can connect to reality

"Do you think so too?" As expected, after hearing Asagi's comments, MMK's eyes lowered. The smile on his face also replaced with a melancholy.

"Does MMK think so too?"

"Did I ever tell you about Diamond Star?" MMK leaned against the wall, her eyes gazing out at the empty corridor. She was thinking, and hesitating whether or not to tell Asagi about the past.

MMK thought for a while, gritted his teeth, and decided to speak out. Because the atmosphere was so tense, it was very uncomfortable to keep it in.

"I don't think he's said that." Asagi leaned against the wall next to MMK. He thought this might be a long story. He needed a comfortable position to listen slowly.

MMK paused for a moment, wondering where to begin. From her high school days, when she met and fell in love with Rin and Nana, or even earlier?

MMK thought about it and decided to start from the very beginning.

"Actually, we were high school classmates. As for me, when I was in the upper grades of elementary school, around fifth grade, a period when I was most sensitive to new things, I came across a song that sparked my interest in music."

"I think this song was posted on YouTube and social media. I was much more mature than my classmates, so I became very interested in it. Perhaps this is the origin of all my sense of melody and sound texture. In junior high school, I started picking up my smartphone and playing guitar while listening to songs by less popular J-pop bands and singers."

"Later, in high school, I began composing music, and I began to distinguish between songs I should listen to and songs I should reference by ear. This led me to a desire to surpass history and write at the fastest BPM. I wanted to immerse the listener in the high-speed feel of a VOCALOID song, while also creating a dazzling, high-pitched, and play-oriented sound through repeated key changes. This desire was to depict the history of rock, jazz, R&B, and EDM through my own musical notation."

"So, influenced by short videos, I started to actively delve into music, and then I met Rin, Nana, and Ai from the same school. They were also music lovers, and because of the same interest, we started to get together frequently to chat about music."

"We later formed a band, started performing at school and releasing our new songs online. Before we knew it, we had nearly 10,000 fans, although most of them were local students and acquaintances."

"At that time, I had an illusion that success was a very simple thing. Coincidentally, at that time, Tokyo agencies began to contact us and sent us invitations."

"And I was just a high school student. I hadn't experienced much, was simple-minded, and easily impulsive. Back then, I thought that after coming to Tokyo, we would easily succeed, have millions of fans, perform at the Budokan, and fulfill our musical dreams."

After listening to MMK's story, these events were pretty much the same as Asagi's, except that MMK added some details and briefly mentioned what happened after arriving in Tokyo.

There are some things MMK still doesn't want to talk about. Perhaps, we need another chance.

"What happened? Did Miss MMK realize she was a fool and her plan was ruined?" Asagi laughed. He wasn't mocking MMK, he just wanted to pull her out of her sadness.

"...Although this is the truth, I still feel uncomfortable when Asagi says it." MMK looked at him with some resentment.

"Ok."

"Unlike me, Rin and Nana are more hesitant and overthink things. They worry about what will happen if they fail. After all, we're just high school students. If we come to Tokyo, we might have to drop out. Rin and Nana think it's safer to continue studying while playing music, and then give it a try when they're old enough."

"As for me, I was, like Asagi said, an idiot. I was hot-headed, and all I wanted was to come to Tokyo and become famous. I remember it was a sunny summer day. Rin, Nana, and Ai were sitting on the steps of the school building, while I was pushing a marking tool and drawing a line on the playground."

"Back then, the sky was blue and clear, just like us back then, pure and innocent. Although Ai was still worried about Rin, Nana, and others, she insisted on persuading them to give up their studies and follow her to Tokyo. Although they were hesitant, they couldn't resist my enthusiasm, and out of trust, they followed me to Tokyo."

"Afterwards, we went through a lot of things. Part-time jobs, street performances, live performances, participating in live performances, meeting seniors, and so on. But, I ran away."

"I know this. MMK, that idiot, not only escaped, but also ran far away, wanting to run back to his hometown. Fortunately, I found him."

"Ah! I suddenly feel a little embarrassed. Asagi, you really don't pay attention to the atmosphere. I'm obviously telling you about the past so sadly."

"Someone seems to be coming." Asagi heard footsteps, and it seemed that someone was walking towards this side. Who could it be at this time?

Chapter 116 Escape

Asagi followed the sound to the corridor. Under the dim light of the incandescent lamps, he saw his former MMK teammates, members of Diamond Star. Although he couldn't see their faces clearly, Asagi remembered their clothes in his mind.

"What are you looking at?"

"Someone seems to be coming?"

"Maybe the final handshake is over. Or maybe someone wants to leave early like us. Why are you standing there? And what are you looking at? Your eyes are fixed on the other side?"

MMK noticed that Asagi's expression was not right, so he decided to move closer to see who was on the other side.

"Don't come over here," Asagi stretched out his hand to stop MMK from coming over.

"??? What are you doing? Why don't you let me pass?"

"They are your acquaintances. MMK, do you want to meet them?"

"they?"

"Yeah, your former teammate. So, MMK, are you coming over?"

After saying that, Asagi turned his head to look at MMK. He planned to seek MMK's opinion first.

"Hey? Where are the people?" But Asagi found that MMK's figure was like a rabbit, and it disappeared as soon as the ball bounced up.

"Oh! Running so fast like a rabbit." Asagi sighed.

Although he knew MMK was afraid of seeing her former teammates, he didn't expect her to be so scared. Seeing the guilt in MMK's heart was really heavy.

Asagi stood in the corridor, facing the four members of Diamond Star, who were walking towards him. Asagi's position was very conspicuous, blocking the way of Diamond Star.

Anyone who saw this position would think that Asagi was blocking the way here on purpose, waiting for someone from Diamond Star. Many enthusiastic fans would deliberately block the way of their idols in order to get autographs or something like that.

"Do you want an autograph?"

Before Asagi could speak, a woman from Diamond Star spoke first. To be honest, Asagi couldn't recognize the names of everyone in Diamond Star except Hina.

The Yokai can only change Diamond Star's appearances too few times, and there are few close-ups, so it is difficult for the members to leave a deep impression. However, now is the opportunity.

"Is it okay?" Asagi asked carefully, fearing that the other party would refuse.

"Sure. Where should I write it?" said a seemingly easygoing Diamond Star member. She frowned slightly, a natural dull look on her face.

People with this kind of personality must be easy to communicate with. Because this kind of person has a simple personality and no sharp edges, unlike Shiina Riki who looks very prickly.

Asagi took out his ticket.

“Just write it here.”

Many fans would ask their idols to sign their tickets, which was a very common practice. The other party looked at the ticket and without hesitation, she took out a pink signature pen, took Asagi's ticket and wrote her name on it.

Then, she handed the admission ticket to her companions, and the others were happy to sign their names. When the admission ticket was handed to Hina, she hesitated.

Because there is a little distance between Hina and them, it can be seen that Hina has not yet fully integrated into them.

Hina took the ticket and wrote her name without hesitation. Thus, Asagi got a ticket signed by Diamond Star.

Then, when Hina handed Asagi the ticket with her name on it, she smiled brightly at him. Asagi couldn't tell that Hina was pretending because her smile was too natural.

After receiving Diamond Star's signature, Asagi couldn't find a reason to stay. He thanked Diamond Star and walked out of the gym alone.

MMK had run away so quickly that no one knew where he was. Asagi looked around but couldn't find any trace of MMK.

He looked at the time again. It was almost 9 o'clock, so he could take the train home and go to bed. There were several unanswered messages on his phone. While watching the live show, he didn't even notice the phone vibrating. It was so noisy.

The message seemed to be from Nagasaki Suyo.

It's been almost a week since we last contacted each other. If nothing unexpected happens, Nagasaki Suyo should have already taken over Kaname Rakuna.

"I have two pieces of news, one good news and one bad news. Which one do you want to hear first?"

This is the latest news.

“???” This was half an hour later.

"Not here? Or is he?"

This is 1 hour later.

"Are you avoiding me on purpose?"

This was the last message from Nagasaki Suyo, about half an hour ago.

In addition to Nagasaki Sushi's information, there is also MMK's information. MMK's information was 10 minutes ago.

"Sorry, Asagi. I have to go now."

MMK's message was concise and decisive. He left Asagi alone and ran away without her noticing how MMK had escaped.

"No, I was at a live event and just walked out of the stadium. I didn't notice your message at all. I'm sorry." Asagi apologized to Nagasaki Suyo.

After a while, when Nagasaki Suyo didn't reply, Asagi went to the nearest station to wait for the bus. While the light was still bright, he took a signed photo and sent it to MMK.

"Even though you ran away and left me there, it wasn't entirely a bad thing. At least I got the Diamond Stars' collective autographs. Do you want them?"

The message was sent to MMK, but Asagi didn't know what MMK was doing at the moment, so she didn't reply. Instead, it was Nagasaki Suyo who replied to him first.

"You're not lying to me?"

Asagi found the message from Nagasaki Motoyo amusing. Was she still doubting that she was a liar? Even if she did, there was no need for that.

"No."

Asagi answered firmly.

"Do you want to hear the good news or the bad news first?" asked Nagasaki Suyo.

Asagi boarded the train and found a seat. He was looking down at his phone, completely unaware that an acquaintance was sitting across from him. The moment the acquaintance saw Asagi, her expression slightly frowned. She wanted to get up and leave, but then she thought about it and felt like she was deliberately avoiding someone.

This made her feel a little angry. She had done nothing wrong, so why should she hide? So she sat there and stared at Asagi. But she found that Asagi didn't notice her at all.

"Does this news have anything to do with me?" Asagi asked, because he smelled an opportunity.

"Strictly speaking, no, but I remember Asagi once promised to help me." Nagasaki Suyo's mind suddenly seemed to open up.

Asagi was helpless about this. Nagasaki Suyo seemed to have become a little smarter.

Chapter 117 Refresh

"Go ahead." Asagi lowered his head and looked at his phone.

Nagasaki Suyo quickly replied.

"Let me tell you the good news first. The good news is that Deng and Lixi have agreed to change the name. NEW CRYCHIC is the new name of the band."

"Then congratulations, the evil plan has finally taken the first step." Asagi joked.

"Well, it seems so. But the bad news is very bad."

"Tell me about it. I'm listening."

"I went to Ave Mujica's live show again tonight and watched Xiaoxiang's performance."

Asagi was a bit confused. He went to see Diamond Star's live performance, while Nagasaki Motoyo went to see Ave Mujica's live performance. It must be said that the two of them are quite similar in some aspects.

However, Asagi went to see Diamond Star mainly to gather information about the enemy and prepare for their future recruitment. Nagasaki Suyo went to see Toyokawa Shoko's Ave Mujica, probably just to get hurt.

"You really don't give up. You went there happily, and then ran out crying. Tell me, what psychological dilemma have you encountered?" Asagi replied helplessly. I don't know what expression Nagasaki Suyo had on the other side of the phone at this moment.

Is it to send him a message with tears on your face and wiping your nose?

"Ave Mujica's live performance seemed even more popular than last time, and Xiaoxiang has moved a little further away from me."

"After all, Ave Mujica is still very powerful. I told you a long time ago that the members of Ave Mujica are much stronger than Shiina Riki, Takamatsu Touma, Chihaya Aine, and Kaname Rakuna. Based on physical strength alone, NEW CRYCHIC cannot defeat Ave Mujica."

Asagi once again poured cold water on Nagasaki Motoyo. He had already analyzed Ave Mujica and NEW CRYCHIC, and NEW CRYCHIC could not beat Ave Mujica unless a surreal ending occurred.

Or, all the members of NEW CRYCHIC worked hard and made every effort to become stronger.

"Is music only based on physical strength? 486 talked about some things about the MY ALL band and Ms. MMK. Ms. MMK's physical strength is also very strong, but she was never popular before." Nagasaki Suyo was a little dissatisfied.

But this is the reality. He is talented, good-looking, and mysterious. Who wouldn’t like him?

"Of course, hard power isn't everything. I think what's most important is market compatibility."

Having said that, Asagi is not optimistic about NEW CRYCHIC.

"That's right."

After finishing his conversation with Nagasaki Motoyo, Asagi felt incredibly relaxed. He stretched and leaned against the train window. Through the window, Asagi could see the peaceful night scene of Tokyo outside.

There was also a scene reflected on the other side of the window, with a blue-haired girl looming in the reflection of the window glass. Moreover, the girl's face and appearance were very similar to someone Asagi knew.

He tilted his head to look across, this time not through the window, but with his eyes. The train was refreshing! Asagi blinked, somewhat unable to believe what was happening before his eyes.

Because he hadn't seen Toyokawa Shoko on the train for almost a month. Sometimes, suddenly, unexpected things happen.

There are very few people on the evening train. Many people like to find a quiet place where no one will disturb them, or find a place where they can vent their emotions and look out the window.

Shoko Toyokawa was sitting on the other side of the train, three seats back. Asagi had seen the reflection in the window earlier, and saw Shoko Toyokawa looking at him. She must have noticed him long ago.

At this time, Shoko Toyokawa deliberately lowered her head, as if thinking about something.

"Toyokawa-san, long time no see."

Asagi smiled slightly and waved to greet Toyokawa Shoko.

But Toyokawa Shoko showed no sign of looking up. She just sat in her seat and didn't pay any attention to Asagi's calls.

Asagi smiled awkwardly. After entering high school, Toyokawa Shoko started to be alone and rarely interacted with other people. Even her classmates didn't know Toyokawa Shoko's full name. They only knew that her last name was Toyokawa.