My daily life is getting weird because I am caught between being in a band and being an idol.

"With the bento box last time and the sandwich this time, Kotone, your cooking skills are really good."

"Hmph~~, after all, we're a big family~ I also have to take care of two little ones, and cook for them all the time. You don't know how picky kids can be, it takes a lot of effort... Ah, speaking of which, when I was about to become a big sister, my feelings were quite complicated. Then Dad asked me what kind of big sister I wanted to be... Huh, what did I say back then? Strange, I can't remember?"

It's amazing that my father could talk about this so calmly even though he was on the run from debt collectors.

"Ah... Speak of the devil... The little ones texted me... They think I look like their idol!"

Seriously, I'm clearly an idol.

"That's true. Kids need to be disciplined; otherwise, they won't learn from it."

"Wait, wait, wait! This is supposed to be a sentimental moment of reminiscing about the past, manager, don't ruin it!!!"

Chapter 147 Your sister is just too strong, there's nothing I can do about it.

The zither music reached up to the rising sun, lifting her head and causing her soft, delicate lips to part slightly.

"It's all your fault... Manager, the atmosphere was going really well..."

"After all, I don't like children."

"Ah! Kids are so cute!"

"Speaking of which, aren't you getting a little too close to my face?"

Whether it was a misperception or not, Chaoyang seemed to see a bewitching luster on Qinyin's lips as she leaned closer, and he couldn't help but swallow.

When Qin Yin heard Chao Yang's words, she realized that the distance between them was too close, and her cheeks flushed red.

Their eyes all shifted elsewhere.

"Really, it's all the manager's fault."

Seeing Qinyin start acting cute and coquettish again, Chaoyang also pretended to get angry.

"I'm the one who should blame you!"

"Hey?"

Qin Yin was somewhat taken aback by Chao Yang's appearance, thinking that Chao Yang was angry.

Only then did Chaoyang continue speaking.

"I'm completely captivated by your alluring charm and innocent demeanor. How are you going to make it up to me?!"

"Turning the tables?! How can this be?! ...Seriously, how does the manager want me to compensate him?"

Qin Yin placed her hand on her chest and leaned closer again. Chao Yang heard Qin Yin's inner thoughts and knew that she was deliberately trying to tease him this time.

Chaoyang opened his arms wide as if to hug him.

"Wait, wait... um..."

"Wait, wait a minute... um..."

Qin Yin subconsciously raised her hands, but didn't actually push Chaoyang away. Instead, after hesitating for a moment, the blush on her face deepened, and she closed her eyes, as if she had mentally prepared herself, waiting for the embrace to arrive as if accepting her fate.

This girl... she really closed her eyes...

Chaoyang almost burst out laughing.

He hadn't actually planned to hug Qinyin, after all, hugging her in this situation wouldn't be a wise choice. But seeing her cautious yet expectant look, a mischievous thought suddenly popped into his head.

So, he quietly took out his phone, quickly opened the camera, aimed it at Qin Yin, closed his eyes, waited for her face, and pressed the shutter.

"Crack!"

Upon hearing this voice, Qin Yin suddenly opened her eyes, and the blush on her face instantly turned into a mixture of shock and shame.

"Manager!!!"

She glared at the rising sun, her cheeks puffed out like an angry little hamster. "What... what were you doing?!"

Idiot... Everyone else was ready! What a waste of an opportunity!

Chaoyang naturally understood that he could hug her, but if it was just a date at the amusement park, it could be explained, because there was an unwritten rule at Chuxing Academy that producers would bring the idols they were training to the amusement park. As long as nothing was done, there was always an excuse.

"Well, I'll just use this as my phone background. Consider it my payment for today."

"Is that enough?"

Qin Yin seemed dissatisfied with Chao Yang's self-deceiving attitude. Her eyebrows twitched.

"The store manager is really..."

"Are you prepared to give up being an idol for this?"

"..."

"So, things are fine as they are now..."

Upon hearing this, Qin Yin let out a heavy sigh, as if she had given up hope.

I'm worried that you, store manager, might be snatched away by someone else... like that girl named Chisato... Toyokawa... and D-Ki...

Yes, indeed, it's not impossible.

Listening to the music, my heart resonates with the rising sun, and my inner self finds it in harmony.

But the next moment...

"Snapped!"

A crisp sound rang out, and Chaoyang felt a slight pain in the back of his head. He paused, then turned to look at Qinyin beside him in surprise. Qinyin was also stunned; her raised hand froze in mid-air, her face filled with astonishment and regret.

"I'm so sorry, so sorry, so sorry! Manager!! I really didn't mean to!"

Qin Yin hurriedly clasped her hands together and bowed repeatedly, like a child who had done something wrong.

What's going on? My hand started moving on its own?

Qin Yin's face turned bright red; she was so anxious she was about to cry.

"I don't know why... I suddenly felt... um... a bit nauseous? My hand just started moving on its own! I really didn't mean to hit you!"

"...Okay...Let's continue having fun, time is precious."

There really is such a thing as telepathy. I should stay away from piano music when I'm daydreaming in the future.

Chaoyang sighed inwardly.

"Yes, let's go, let's continue our date!"

The zither music was used to escape the awkwardness, but she was still puzzled as to why she had suddenly hit the rising sun.

But he had already pulled Chaoyang towards the amusement park rides.

Before we knew it, the sky gradually darkened, and the afterglow of the setting sun shone on Fuji-Q Highland. The number of tourists gradually decreased.

The once bustling atmosphere in the park has begun to subside, becoming peaceful and serene.

The piano notes, leaping from the spinning coffee cup, landed lightly on the ground, hands on hips, faces filled with satisfaction and excitement.

"Ah~ This feels so good!"

She took a deep breath, as if to keep all the joy of the day in her heart.

Chaoyang walked behind her, a faint smile on his lips.

"I've played quite a few games, but unfortunately I still haven't been able to complete my bold claim of mastering all of them."

"Of course, those words were just said casually!"

Qin Yin pouted, then turned around, her eyes filled with genuine gratitude. "But, shopkeeper, thank you for spending so much time with me today."

Although I'm a little disappointed that I didn't get to experience all the attractions... it's fine this way, I can ask the manager to bring me again next time.

Qin Yin secretly thought to herself, and a smile involuntarily crept onto her lips.

Thinking of this, she mustered her courage, looked at the rising sun, and tentatively said.

"The remaining attractions... can we come back and play them again sometime?"

"Then let's wait until your solo concert is a success."

Chaoyang smiled slightly, his tone calm but with a hint of anticipation, "Although nothing has been decided yet."

Upon hearing the music, he nodded emphatically.

"No problem! With the store manager's help, I'm sure we can hold it soon! It's a date then, store manager!"

The two chatted and laughed as they walked along the amusement park exit to the bus stop. Although the afterglow of the setting sun was gradually fading, a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere still lingered in the air. However, a sense of parting quietly crept into their hearts.

However, considering that it would still be more than two hours before they returned to Tokyo, Asahi and Kotone let go of their slight sense of parting and easily found a corner seat in the last row of the carriage. Having expended too much energy during the day, the two chatted and unknowingly leaned against each other, closing their tired eyes.

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Extra.

Lunch break.

Lixi sat in the classroom eating lunch, chatting idly with Hailing about the previous introduction.

"Hailing... the guy you introduced is terrible..."

Lixi felt a surge of anger when she thought about what had happened.

"She's the best guitarist I know who doesn't have a band. If she has any complaints, there's nothing I can do about it."

Hai Ling glanced at Li Xi, said this casually, and then continued eating with her head down.

"Hakubo... Senior, you've been making excessive demands on the lead vocalist. Her guitar skills are indeed quite good. But this won't do. Making others accommodate her too much will cause her to lose her individuality."

"Then there's nothing I can do."

"..."

After hearing Hai Ling say that, Li Xi didn't say anything, but just lowered his head and silently ate the sandwich he bought from the convenience store.

Is there no other way but to contact that person?

Li Xi pondered this in his mind.

At the same time, in the student council office.

Bingchuan Shaye likes to have lunch here alone at noon.

"...It's not working again... The lead singer is clearly very charismatic... but the band's overall melody is too sluggish... The bassist is only superficially cooperative and actually very perfunctory, and as for the drummer... well, it's all in the past, no need to dwell on it... I must, I must hurry... to prove myself..."

Saya unconsciously tightened her grip on her chopsticks.

One day, after accidentally seeing a poster of her younger sister, Hina's information kept flooding her view, whether she liked it or not. As Hina appeared on more talk shows and variety programs, the name "genius Hina" gradually spread within a small circle.

. .

Memories of the Glacier Night.

"Hmm? The reason I started playing guitar? Hmm... let me think... about half a year ago, I saw my sister playing, and after listening, I thought I could do it too, so I gave it a try. Well, it's not too difficult... but my skill level is still not as good as my sister's."

The host was surprised to hear Hina's Versailles-like words.

"So, Hina-chan, you've only been practicing for half a year and you've already reached this level? Our music producer even praised you, Hina-chan, saying you have a level comparable to a professional!"

"Huh? Is this what professional-level is? But I'm already signed with an agency, so calling me professional isn't wrong, hahaha~~"

. .

"Why do you try to imitate me! You know perfectly well that my talent can't compare to yours, do you know how heavy the burden is for me to surpass you?!"

Recalling Hina's smiling face on the variety show, Saya finally vented her frustration in the empty office.

"I will find the best band and reach a place you can never reach!"

Chapter 148 It's all in chaos, complete chaos.

Mission: Growth and Challenge.

Task Description: Pastel* currently has 22 fans. In order to further expand its influence and consolidate its position in the idol band industry, please take effective publicity and marketing measures to increase the number of fans to 50.

Task objective: To plan an offline concert (such as a thank-you performance).

Collaborate with popular variety shows or radio programs to increase members' exposure.

Publish high-quality video clips and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage through social networking platforms.

Launching a new season of idol merchandise to boost fans' purchasing power.