How can my simulation be a real love?

Lyrics and music composition?

It's perfectly normal for Shoko Toyokawa, as the leader of Mujica, to care about the composition progress. After all, Mujica will immediately arrange a live performance for their debut after the composition is finished, so it's not unreasonable for Shoko to come and urge them every day.

If it was just this kind of thing, it made Mikasa Hatsuka relax a little.

“I’m sorry, Xiao Xiang… I only had a brief exchange with ‘Kaze-kun,’ and I only wrote a rough outline for the lyrics.”

[It's alright, it's alright! Hatsuka, you should mainly focus on your own rhythm. There's no need to rush Mujica's lyrics writing right now. But speaking of Hatsuka, you and Naruto discussed composition, have you been to his house recently?]

Misaka Chuka unconsciously gripped her phone tighter.

Upon hearing those words, her relaxed emotions were instantly jolted back to normal. However, as an idol who has cultivated 'professionalism' for many years, she can remain calm no matter how unexpected the situation may be.

Almost without hesitation, she spoke in a calm yet slightly doubtful tone—

"Huh? No."

"...Really? Then I must have remembered wrong, Chu Hua, you don't need to worry about it!"

【Hatsuka, you probably still have work to finish, so I won't bother you any longer. I'll let you know about Mujica's training schedule later.】

After exchanging a few more casual pleasantries, Toyokawa Shoko finally hung up the phone.

Holding her phone in both hands, Triangle Chuhua sat on the sofa in silence for several seconds. Her delicate purple eyes gleamed with a meaningful light, and her slightly furrowed brows seemed to indicate the unease in her heart.

I blurted it out almost instinctively...

This was the first time she had ever lied to Toyokawa Shoko, and the feeling made her inexplicably apprehensive.

"...There shouldn't be any problem. We can't let Xiangzi know about this for now."

This was just a white lie; Mitsukasa did it only for Xiangzi's future happiness.

Once I've investigated everything thoroughly, I'll tell her everything.

13

Chapter Thirteen: You Heartless Businessman.

drop--

The girl with light blue hair slowly hung up the phone. Gradually, she breathed a sigh of relief, her smooth and beautiful hair and light ribbons fluttering gently with her steps.

She slowly walked towards the quiet, secluded street, her sharp eyes alone enough to make anyone want to stay away.

"What on earth is..."

As Toyokawa Shoko walked along the road, she frowned slightly and spoke thoughtfully.

Lost in thought, she suddenly stopped, her precious amber eyes noticing the poster on the wall, which bore only five large characters at the top: "[Summer Fireworks Festival]".

"...Ming, it seems she's going to perform over there."

Normally, Toyokawa Shoko would hold her head high, displaying a cold and aloof expression that kept people at arm's length.

But the moment she saw this poster, her tightly furrowed brows slowly relaxed, and a complex emotion seemed to flicker in her eyes. Her slender, fair fingers also gripped the strap tightly.

"I can't go."

She spoke softly, then turned and left without hesitation.

Even though she was unwilling but had no choice, she needed more money to alleviate the pressure on her, so she had to make certain sacrifices.

Even though she felt depressed, she was not discouraged at all, because Toyokawa Shoko was paving the way for the future!

It was just a trip to the celebration with him; there will be many more opportunities in the future.

The girl, comforting herself, quickened her pace, as if doing so would bring her one step closer to the 'future' she longed for.

……

The remote and ancient lakeside street of Shimokitazawa seems somewhat different from its usual desolation.

The crystal-clear lake surface became hazy and beautiful as the sky gradually darkened. A large number of vendors had already begun preparations to welcome the temple fair. Although the sky still had a little afterglow, the orange-yellow lights that were used for the celebration had already faintly illuminated the lake surface, and the dryness of the breeze blended into the air with the atmosphere.

Summer Festival.

What might be a holiday for others to celebrate and have fun, for Kazami Naru, the benefit is probably just seeing beautiful girls in kimonos.

However, the girls in the band had to go on stage and pound on the Byd instrument after the game today, so they couldn't wear kimonos, which were complicated to wear and inconvenient for movement, which made him feel extremely sorry for them.

"Wow, our band's name is really on it!"

Posters listing various performance schedules were pasted on the wall at the entrance of the festival. Kita-san, feeling nervous, let out a gasp and couldn't help but turn her head to look at Kazami-naru behind her, clutching the hem of her skirt.

Her fiery red hair swept across her side in a vibrant, crimson arc, accompanied by the fresh scent of gardenia shampoo.

Seeing her wide-eyed surprise, Kazami couldn't help but retort, "Of course it'll be written on it, because we're going to perform on stage. But why are you all looking so surprised?"

When they first heard the news, their reaction wasn't this exaggerated. Why did they only start showing it now that the rehearsal was over? This made Kazami Mei's lips twitch as she looked at the girls beside her.

Pochi, who is usually the most socially awkward and timid, behaved fairly normally today. However, Kita-san and Nijika-mama, who are the positive corners symbolizing vitality and energy, seemed a bit nervous and reserved this time.

Did he unknowingly travel to a simulated world line?

That's what they say—

"But I still can't help being surprised... Our music video performance video on YouTube only got a couple thousand views, but the audio demo we submitted for review actually passed! It's like..."

Before Nijika could finish speaking, her little golden head raised, Yamada Ryo, standing beside her, spoke up expressionlessly.

“There is something shady going on.”

She tilted her head slightly, revealing her exquisite and elegant beauty, her mysterious golden eyes slightly narrowed, and spoke with a hint of pride—

"It must be because when they were reviewing the bands' information, they suddenly saw my excellence and beauty as a bassist, and couldn't help but pull some strings to get us approved."

No, he's already used that phrase.

"No need to thank me too much, just treat me to fried noodles and takoyaki later."

"There's no way I'd offer you any cold food! Once you start eating, you just can't stop!"

"Senior Liang, please let me treat you!"

The girls around her started chattering, perhaps because of that scumbag Miss Liang's deliberate interruption, which eased the tense atmosphere a little.

Yamada Ryo, of course, knew that her 'role' was very important, and couldn't help but raise her eyebrows and smile at him.

"Ming, I want a chocolate banana."

Kazami Mei narrowed her dark eyes and smiled, answering in a slightly upturned tone—

"Absolutely not."

The snacks that are priced at double the price at summer festivals are not something you can just buy casually.

The chocolate bananas that usually sell for a maximum of 250 yen are now fetching a terrifying 300 yen, especially since Kazami Mei knows all too well what kind of woman Yamada Ryo is.

If he treats her to something to eat right away, she'll definitely take advantage of him and keep asking for more.

If things turn out this way, it's hard to say whether what she'll ask for later will still be 'food' or not.

The excitement of their upcoming performance was palpable, and the team leader, Ichiji Nijika, naturally noticed it. Like a mother with kindergarten children, she gently clapped her hands, drawing everyone's attention.

"Ahem, since there's still some time before our performance, we don't all need to stay together for now. Feel free to wander around as you please!"

"Since you finally get to attend a summer festival, you should at least enjoy the atmosphere!"

The blonde girl spoke softly, her eyes sparkling.

Her smile, already gentle and beautiful like an angel's, gained an extra touch of adorable joy. Upon hearing Nijika's words, Kita's eyes lit up, and she subconsciously glanced at Kazami Mei beside her.

The girl already had some unique ideas in her mind.

"I don't plan to go to those sweltering, crowded places."

Yamada Ryo resolutely refused without any expression; she was the type who enjoyed being alone.

"Could you please bring me some food? I stayed up all night watching horror DVDs and my brain is a bit foggy. I need to find a place to catch up on sleep so I don't fall asleep during the performance later..."

A slightly sleepy Miss Liang rubbed her drowsy eyes, a light mist gradually wetting her pale golden eyes. Her unsteady steps revealed that she was indeed extremely tired.

"Huh? Is there a place to sleep here at the summer festival?"

Goto Ichiri spoke somewhat blankly, and couldn't help but glance at the growing crowd in the distance.

A place like this could be the setting for a hundred episodes of a Conan movie. How can such a terrifying crowd possibly sleep?

"Actually, the festival organizers provided us with a rest tent for the band. It only had chairs and tables, so we couldn't lie down directly."

Ichi Nijika explained with a hint of helplessness in her voice, even the golden Doritos on her head seemed to be electrocuted and twisted.

Seeing Yamada Ryo's lazy demeanor, she couldn't feel at ease at all. Even if there was a rest tent for the band, she definitely couldn't let her sleep there alone.

Kazami Mei naturally thought of this as well, so he rolled his eyes and suggested, "Then I'll take Ryo to the tent to sleep and keep an eye on her."

Upon hearing this, Ichiji Nijika barely hesitated. She immediately reached out her small, fair hand and casually grabbed the back of Ryo's collar, speaking with a hint of apology—

"Actually, I don't really want to go to the festival either, so I guess I'll take care of Ryo! Naruto-san, why don't you take Kita-chan and Pochi-chan out for a stroll?"

Kazami Naru: ?

Seeing Nijika's mother's hands secretly clasped together for him, Kazami Mei probably guessed what she was thinking. She guessed that Nijika was thinking that he had been under a lot of work and pressure lately, and wanted to take this opportunity to let him relax.

If Kazami were there to watch over things, she could also help Goto, who is most prone to nervousness, and Kita, who tends to malfunction when she's flustered, to adjust their mindset.

It seems that the person Hongxia's mother is most worried about is actually him?

"Then I'll leave it to Senior Hongxia!"

Kita Ikuyo slightly opened her bright, lively yellow-green eyes. Overjoyed, she couldn't help but break into a radiant smile full of enthusiasm and energy. Her face, already filled with anticipation, flushed with a blush of joy.

Ms. Kita, who is already full of energy, is instantly filled with energy even in the evening!

Ryosenpai just happened to be feeling sleepy at this moment, which was a perfect opportunity for Kita-san!

"Ming-san~ Shall we go to the festival?"

Kita?Kita～～

Just as Kita Ikuyo grabbed Kazami Naru's sleeve, Kazami Naru seemed to suddenly hear a special sound effect, like that of 'Ace Attorney'.

Her lively and cheerful smile blended perfectly with the girl's youthful charm, instantly releasing a powerful youthful radiance that completely illuminated the dark sky.

This is—the Hido bomb?

"Yahahahah!!"

Suddenly, Goto Ichiri, who was standing beside him, let out an extremely shrill scream.

She rolled to the ground as if she had been hit by Kita's flashbang at point-blank range, her two small hands hidden under her sleeves desperately covering her eyes, her deformed body convulsing as if she had been electrocuted.

Wow, that's a powerful attack!

Why is Kita even more dazzling than usual today?!

"Kita, stop using your supernatural powers now!"

As if sensing the intense light attack, Kazami Naruto couldn't help but cover his eyes.

If the cheerful and optimistic Kita-san continues to launch attacks so recklessly, even if Kazami Naru, who has slightly stronger resistance, is unharmed in the end, Pochi-chan next to her will definitely be reduced to ashes like a vampire exposed to the sun.

"I'm so sorry! I got a little too excited..."

Kita Ikuyo felt a little lost when she saw Pochi lying on the ground groaning. She quickly put away her bright smile and took the opportunity to shrink closer to Kazami Naru. After seeing that the other party didn't seem to react, she clenched her little fists as if to cheer herself up.

Okay, we have to seize this opportunity no matter what!

……

"There are so many people! It's only just evening!"

Kita Ikuyo looked around upon arriving at the festival street, and was so surprised by the enormous crowd that she opened her mouth slightly.

Now, a quick glance reveals large crowds: women in kimonos carrying fans, adorable children dressed up, couples strolling hand in hand, and groups of high school students...

With such a large crowd crammed into the street of the temple fair, and numerous vendors selling snacks and amusement rides on both sides, it's easy to get separated from your companions if you're not careful.

Kita Ikuyo, of course, immediately noticed the problem.

Many couples were holding hands, and many friends traveling together were also holding hands to avoid being separated by the crowd.

"Ming Sang, shall we hold hands?"

Almost the instant the idea came to her, the passionate Kita-san immediately spoke up. In this situation, she wouldn't hesitate; she would do it first and then regret it later!