What's Wrong with Adding One More Genius to Omni-Anime?

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"Po- Bocchi-chan just isn't used to crowds yet! Actually, she's really strong!" Ichiji Nijika actively defended her, looking embarrassed.

But if I say that, probably no one will believe me.

"Yeah."

As expected, Yukino Shita Yukino did not believe it, taking it as just an excuse for their friendship.

Seeing this, Sakurakoji Talent watched with a quick glance, a brilliant idea flashing in his mind. He narrowed his eyes and curled his lips, thinking of a good idea.

So he chimed in, "Nijika is telling the truth."

"Hmm?" Yukino Shita Yukino looked over, not understanding what he meant.

Instead of answering directly, he asked, "What do you think of their skills?"

The others looked over expectantly and curiously, wanting to know how their skills were perceived by outsiders.

Yukino Shita Yukino pondered for a moment, then commented, "Except for that one over there, everyone else is quite strong, probably around my level or even above."

Although she plays multiple instruments, her skill level on any single instrument isn't exceptionally high. Compared to the average member of the Wind Ensemble Club, she's alright, but compared to people who make a living from playing instruments, she's just average.

"If I were to ask you, who is the strongest among them?"

"It should be her without a doubt." She pointed east and west, then listlessly ran to the white cat next to the speaker to steal some snacks from it.

Yukino Shita Yukino trembled, speechless at the cuteness of Yukino's actions.

After a moment, she coughed lightly and continued, "Her skill is on par with professional guitarists; for a startup band, that's really overkill."

Bands are also divided into different levels. The lowest level of bands is more like a hobby club in school than an active band.

For example, music clubs in non-music universities practice the same few songs over and over again every day, and then perform them at various college welcome parties, special events, and music festivals.

The next level up consists of people who are able to find performance opportunities everywhere in society, who have a passion for music, and even hope to make it their profession.

The skill levels of this group vary greatly. Some can only serve as cannon fodder in various selection competitions, failing to even make it past the first round, and they also lack the ability to compose and write lyrics independently.

Some have some talent, but not many; they can compose and write lyrics independently, but the quality isn't very high, and their ability to keep up with trends is also poor.

Moving up to the next level, you'll find bands that truly possess the potential to become professional musicians. While the members and their work still need refinement, you can see their potential and talent.

Those who excel in various competitions will receive offers from record companies, who will sign them and fund album production, marking their initial entry into the industry.

For example, Kawaragi Momoka and the Kessoku Band are only a matter of time before they become professional bands that have successfully held large-scale concerts.

Naturally, before Kanau joined the Kessoku Band, Yamada Ryo and the others' talent and skills were nowhere near those of Kawaragi Momoka, and they had many problems.

Not only are they all unique individuals, but their skills are also far inferior to those of the most popular professionals. The only one who can truly be considered outstanding is Gotou Hitori.

Judging solely from their strength, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that they are a god-like force carrying three weaklings.

But a band can't be judged solely on their talent; this is second only to home!

As we all know, a family cannot be judged by material things. That's why a band with members whose personalities complement each other is the best kind of band.

Sakurakoji Talent as he comforts (or teases) Gotou Hitori and the other two, along with Kanau is watching the show, makes this judgment.

Speaking of Kanau... he looked at the silver kitten with a happy expression and a candy in its mouth.

If I remember correctly, she's also a disciple of Hana-dono Tae, the Part-time Warrior from the Bang Dream! world, right?

Hana-dono Tae, lead guitarist of Poppin'Party, one of the victims who was lured into (crossed out) by Toyama Kasumi, and Toyama Kasumi's guitar teacher.

Synopsis: A naturally straightforward yet eccentric beauty with Black Long Straight Hair; a strong person who has practiced playing guitar with her teeth; a fierce person who will take off her clothes anytime, anywhere on the beach (wearing a swimsuit underneath); the creator of the Popipa slogan; a person whose neuroticism rivals that of Toyama Kasumi; a person who calls her great-grandfather a pervert; a wicked person who stole Ichigaya Arisa's first kiss while half-asleep; a naturally scheming girl who tried to trade cauliflower for hamburger meat; a rabbit lover who keeps 20 rabbits at home; the tallest beauty in Bang Dream! (referring to height) Wakana Rei; a kind-hearted recording studio employee who comforts Shirasagi Chisato; Musical Instrument Store employee who introduces Effects Pedal to Pink Milk Dragon...

Her guitar skills are among the best in several bands. Because she used to work at Kanau's grandmother's livehouse, she taught her some guitar techniques.

She has worked a vast number of jobs, comparable to those of Aoyama Nanami!

Moreover, her family doesn't seem to be particularly short of money; she probably just enjoys the sense of accomplishment of buying musical instruments with her own savings.

In short, it was only after Kanau joined that the Kessoku Band had the potential to compete with the other bands, Bang Dream!

He smiled after hearing Yukino Shita Yukino's answer, as expected.

"Is that so? What if I were to say that Bocchi... Gotou Hitori is actually the strongest here?"

"That's impossible..." she instinctively denied, but quickly frowned and stopped judging.

Based on her understanding, he shouldn't be the kind of person who tells such an easily exposed lie.

Please explain in detail.

Sakurakoji Talent still didn't give a direct answer, but instead brought up their previous conversation. "Before that, let me ask you, how did you feel about those two Outside Service experiences?"

"How was it?" she thought for a moment, glancing sideways. "It was alright. Although it was a bit troublesome to travel this far, and someone was quite cunning and annoying, I did gain experience and insights that I couldn't have obtained on campus."

He pretended not to understand and added, "And you also learned new knowledge, skills, and abilities. Overall, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages, right?"

"I bet your activities on campus weren't this exciting, were they?"

Yukino Shita Yukino did not deny it, but just stared at him, wondering what he was up to.

Seeing that the time was right, Sakurakoji Talent colors.

"Hey, Yukino Shita, have you ever experienced failure?"

"Ha?"

Yukino Shita Yukino stood with her hands clasped, pondering the deeper meaning behind his words.

"No one is immune to failure, and I'm no exception. But since kindergarten, I haven't lost a single competition with my peers, and I've generally been able to achieve what I want to do. So what?"

"Wow, so handsome!" Kita Ikuyo her behalf, her eyes sparkling with confidence.

There are just too many handsome seniors here!

"Confident Yukino is really cool," Ichiji Nijika.

"Right, right? Little Yukino is really, no, she's super amazing!" Yuihama Yui proudly, puffing out her chest with a smile.

"Classmate Yuihama ..." Yukino Shita Yukino looked at her helplessly.

"Would you like to try it?" Sakurakoji Talent's amused expression deepened.

"Hmph~" Yukino Shita Yukino looked back at him, her fighting spirit also spurred, and glanced at him sideways, "What are you planning to do?"

"However, I must say this first: you have already used up your quota of services, and I have no reason to grant your request."

"The one I'm serving isn't me, it's her!" He glanced around at the Kessoku Band, his gaze lingering on them before finally choosing one.

He pulled Ichiji Nijika in front of him, placed his Hands on her slender shoulders, and introduced her with great confidence.

Ha, isn't it easy to solve the manpower shortage? There's no shortage of all kinds of people around us.

He doesn't make demands, but he can get others to make demands for him!

"Huh?" Ichiji Nijika was pulled over by him in a daze, her expression confused.

Serving? Her? What does that mean?

"Um, Mr. Talent?" She turned and looked up at the person who could make her blush and her heart race, asking nervously.

"Shh, don't speak yet," Sakurakoji Talent whispered in her ear, his soft breath brushing against her ear.

"Oh, oh." Ichiji Nijika blushed, put her hands in her pockets, and mumbled without saying a word.

"Stop trying to be clever." Yukino Shita Yukino she snorted.

"Then I'll continue. This time, the request is that the Kessoku Band's leader wants to ask you a favor."

Huh? Me?

Ichiji Nijika, who was uninvolved, looked at him blankly after hearing this. How come she didn't know of anything that required asking someone for a favor?

"Tell me about it." Yukino Shita Yukino didn't immediately refuse, but was curious about what challenging request he had prepared this time.

"It's about training that pink guitarist crawling on the ground over there to shine on stage." He pointed at Gotou Hitori, who was again playing the role of an inchworm wriggling, and said, unable to bear watching.

Objectively speaking, this is a request whose difficulty is quite mysterious.

The difficulty depends on the situation. It might be harder than getting Yukino Shita Yukino to beat you in a quiz, but it could also be surprisingly easier than getting her to get first place in an exam.

However, regardless of the circumstances, this is definitely not a task that can be easily completed in just a few days.

If he could keep her tied up in Tokyo for a little longer, he would indirectly achieve his goal.

Whether she can ultimately complete the mission is not very important to him. If she succeeds, he and the Kessoku Band will both benefit; if she fails, he will only make a small profit.

Ya Lei is increasingly fond of these strategic plans that guarantee either a small or a huge victory; they're just so exhilarating!

"Oysters (no)."

But unexpectedly, Yukino Shita Yukino refused without even thinking.

"... Why?"

No, why aren't you playing by the rules?!

"Even I couldn't teach a beginner with poor skills to perform on stage in such a short time." Yukino Shita Yukino sighed, looking at the embarrassed pink creature. "I'm sorry, it's my own inadequacy."

"Besides, that kid over there, whose guitar skills are far superior to mine, would be a better fit to be her teacher, wouldn't she? And they're teammates, after all."

Chapter 260 The Reason He Is So Powerful

That's impossible.

After understanding her concerns, he explained to her.

"Why?"

"Because Rakuna is a mischievous little kitten who doesn't talk much but likes to talk to herself, and she's not good at teaching people, while Bocchi's personality is rather... unique."

Upon hearing this, the Kessoku Band members, including Ichiji Nijika, who were standing in front of him, all nodded solemnly in agreement.

Yukino Shita Yukino looked over in surprise, not because of Kanau's personality, but because she was surprised that he actually called the child "kitten".

Sure enough, she wasn't the only one who thought the child resembled a cat...

"And there's something you've misunderstood, which I need to explain to you."

"What's up?"

"Just as I said, Bocchi-chan is not a beginner with poor skills; on the contrary, she is a professional-level guitarist whose skills are even better than Rakuna's," Sakurakoji Talent said in a deep voice.

"Are you kidding me?" Yukino Shita Yukino hesitated.

"It's understandable that you think that way. Let me explain. Actually..."

He explained the whole story to her and Yuihama Yui, who was listening in.

"So, Gotoh-san is actually a rising star guitarist who's quite famous online, but because of his extreme Social Anxiety Disorder anxiety, he's unable to perform at his best in ensembles and shows, is that right?"

Yukino Shita Yukino summarized his words, staring in astonishment at Gotou Hitori, whose expression was dejected and pale, as if he were about to ascend to heaven. Her expression was strange.

Are there really people like this in the world? The world is truly vast and full of wonders.

"Um, this is a video from Bocchi-chan's account, please take a look." Ichiji Nijika wasn't idle either, taking out her phone to find the latest Guitar Hero video for her.

Now she understands what's going on.

Two days ago, Yuihama Yui told her that they were a club called the Service Club at Soubu High School in Chiba City, and their goal was to help others solve their problems.

The reason I came here is to fulfill the request made by Sakurakoji Talent.

It seems that Mr. Talent is now planning to use their help to help Little Bocchi improve his inability to play in ensembles properly.

Since that's the Kessoku Band's leader, she naturally Hands agrees and fully supports it!

However, she didn't think things would be that simple and smooth, considering Gotou Hitori's personality... emmmm.

That's not something that can be easily solved by simply replacing someone else; it's a stubborn problem that has accumulated over the years since kindergarten and has penetrated deep into her personality.

Despite trying several methods, so far the results have been minimal.

While it may seem that Ichiji Nijika is actively fulfilling her responsibilities as captain, she is actually out of options.

Yukino Shita Yukino leaned closer, watching the performance in the video, Yuihama Yui also curiously leaned in.

A few minutes later, the video ended.

"... Is this really Gotoh-san?" Yukino Shita Yukino frowned, her eyes narrowed, staring at her in disbelief.