Chapter 596
Nioh Riona quickly returned to his post, and soon, the rapid, escalating sounds of other instruments simulated by the Keyboard began to rise from the keyboard.
Following closely behind was a dazzling, almost overwhelming, "mad dog" Drum Kit, with steady drumbeats and rapid, chaotic cymbals bursting forth together.
Then, a special track that can be considered a declaration of the establishment of RAS begins:
"Come into the world!"
"The sound of the crossing is wonderful and the meaning of existence is concerto! (A concerto about the meaning of existence resounds through the sky)"
"Break thick rules and break rules"
Let's shake it down.
"..."
This piece is even more complex and technically demanding than the previous one, and it lasts for five minutes, making it a representative work of Chu2's compositional art.
Another song ends--
"How is it?" Wakana Rei's questions were tinged with caution.
Ogura Asahi remained the same as before. "Hmm... normal? I didn't hear it very clearly. Can you do it again? How about 'ADECLARATION OF ×××' this time?"
"..."XN
The five women were completely stunned. If the other party's offer hadn't been so tempting, they would have wanted to unleash a torrent of abuse—"Do you even know anything about music?! You know nothing!"
But anyway, they did as instructed, treating it as part of their daily practice...
The Drum Kit, steady yet tinged with a hint of resentment, alternates with the harmonies:
"..."
"..."
"..."
"..."
Five minutes later,
"... How about it?"
"Almost there, almost there, can we have one more song?"
"..."
Five minutes later,
"..."
"Sorry, I think I chose the wrong song. Could you change it to 'Blazing Bonfire!!'?"
"..."
Left with no other choice, Wakana Rei's superb high notes, transcending the barriers, transmitted a tremor that sent chills down his spine to him.
After a few songs were requested, the hot-tempered Tamade Chiyu simply gave up.
She was panting heavily, gritting her teeth and glaring angrily, sweat rolling down her face. Through the glass, she wanted to punch him a few times with her small fists. "What are you doing! Can you really tell the difference between good and bad music?!"
"If that doesn't work, then have your company's professional sound engineer listen to it!"
"Don't mess with me and my RAS!!!"
Wakana Rei swallowed, her throat feeling a little dry, and held her hand out in the air. "Chuchu..."
She understood how she felt, but perhaps this was just how they conducted the interview?
Moreover, singing a few songs in a row is perfectly fine for her.
Even though RAS's songs are quite demanding on the voice, singing a dozen or so in a row wouldn't be a problem for her... A tribute to the legendary singer! Layer!
The three people behind them also watched this scene with concern. Although they were also a little dissatisfied with the other party's silence, it wouldn't be good to break up like this, would it?
"I know~ I know~" Ogura Asahi shrugged helplessly, giving him a look that said, "You're so easily amused." "Then the next song will be the last one, okay?"
"... Really?" Tamade Chiyu asked cautiously.
"Of course~"
"Okay... this really is the last song!"
"Hmm~ Let me think, the last song will be--"
Suddenly, a scene surfaced in his memory: as sunset approached and night fell, in order to buy time so that his teammates who had gone to the hospital for a check-up could return in time, the lead singer kept chanting "Wow~" on stage for a long time...
He immediately made his decision. "It's you! The one who sang 'Drive USCRAZY' on stage in Guam last time, Miss Layer!"
That's right. After Toyama Kasumi and her bands' joint Budokan Live performance with Double R, all three of their bands received invitations to charity performances.
However, Roselia couldn't go because of a scheduling conflict with FWF, but the other two did go, as did the other Butterfly Band that were invited from other places.
"Huh?" XN
The RAS members were surprised; they hadn't expected him to know they had sung this song in Guam.
"How did Miss Ogura know...?"
"Because I was there at the time, and I also watched your live performance with Morfonica and PPP!"
"Ah~ Ah..."
The women understood, exchanged glances, and after a short rest and to regain their strength, immediately resumed their work.
Wow wow wow
"Raise your voice and shout out"
Wow wow wow
"Raise voice shout"
"..."
Even after several rousing songs, the group showed no signs of fatigue, continuing to give their all and deliver a performance that would leave ordinary people in despair.
The intricate and complex high-frequency electronic noises, both chaotic and orderly, continue to dominate the listener's hearing.
It's a pity there are no lights here, otherwise he could adjust his position to match theirs—he thought regretfully to himself.
Finally, even the echoes in the room gradually subsided, their energy completely absorbed and neutralized by the sound-absorbing material.
Ogura Asahi opened her red eyes, her expression full of satisfaction. "Congratulations~ You passed!"
Next time, he thought he should have Roselia and the others complete this unfinished ceremony. He was so engrossed in listening to it that he suddenly had this idea.
Chapter 539 A Man Burdened by Sins
"Sweet! Excellent! Unstoppable!"
Perhaps exhausted from Tamade Chiyu raised her arms high, sweat dripping down her face, and shouted in relief.
This is her catchphrase; she says it whenever things are going well.
"From now on, we'll all be colleagues working together. On behalf of [Sakura Rain], I formally welcome you all to RAS."
After the five women emerged from the inner room with varying expressions, Ogura Asahi said to them with equal satisfaction.
This brings them one step closer to the peak of their Great Girl Band Era.
With their addition, the Virtual Band Diva Project is now more fully prepared.
"Please take care of me from now on, Miss Ogura."
"Well, how should I put it? Please guide me..."
"Thank you so much!"
"Hmph~ That's only to be expected! How could we possibly be worse than Roselia?"
"Yes! You are absolutely right, Master Chuchu!"
"PAREO! Let's start the celebration today! Hurry up and get the beef jerky and ingredients ready!"
"Learn!"
After returning to the living room down the corridor, the five people did different things: some continued to scrutinize the contract, some began to celebrate with a feast, some chatted with him, and some went to prepare food...
At some point, his phone buzzed, and he picked it up and glanced at it.
"It seems my company's staff have arrived. Would you like to come and take a look? I'll have someone show you around."
"If you have any questions, feel free to ask. You can also ask Roselia's acquaintances."
"Let's discuss the signing of the contract after you've confirmed that our environment is satisfactory."
They stopped what they were doing and listened quietly as he finished speaking.
Wakana Rei asked casually, "Is Miss Ogura coming along too?"
"No, I'm not going back. I have other things to do."
"Oh, I see. You're right. You must be very busy. Sorry for saying something impulsive."
"No, no, no, it's just a routine question, there's no need to be so formal."
"..."
"..."
With Tamade Chiyu brought back Nioh Riona, who had just gone out to buy materials.
He led them downstairs, put them in the company's commercial vehicle, gave the on-duty agent some instructions, and then watched them leave.
After the car disappeared, he glanced around discreetly, preparing to find a place to change his clothes and start working.
Starry
Perhaps due to the recent rise in average temperature, the temperature difference between the inside and outside of this underground "Demon Lord's Castle" felt even more pronounced.
It's still early, but he can't be at work right on time every day, especially since he hired someone to help him with the work yesterday, Saturday...
"Good afternoon~ Uh, Teacher Shizuka, what brings you here? And Miss Haruno too... Did you two come together?"
Besides familiar colleagues, there were two familiar non-employee members in the relatively empty Livehouse in the afternoon.
"What's with that look? I'm going to punch you!" Hiratsuka Shizuka glared at him fiercely.
However, compared to the past, this time the gaze seemed unusually weak.
"... Nothing, have you finished reading the manga?" He sat down next to Yukino Shita Hiyori, keeping a distance from her who might suddenly lash out and hurt him, while giving Yukino Shita Hiyori a wink.
"It's been a while, Miss Haruno. It seems you're free this weekend?"
"Who exactly are you asking?" Hiratsuka Shizuka's gaze darkened, a hint of murderous intent flashing in her eyes.
"Ask them all, ask them all..."
Yukino Shita Hiyori received his teasing gaze, and her beautiful figure unconsciously swayed, her heart inexplicably quickening.
This was a tactic she used on others before, but she never expected that one day someone would boldly use it on her... and it didn't even feel out of place.
Whether it's his looks, family background, or Talent, he has every right to be so frivolous towards others—so that's how others used to see him? I think I understand why Yukino was so nervous about him now.
This is the ease with which those in positions of power navigate social situations; even if a small group of people dislike them, it's a "conditional social skill" that comes with absolutely no cost.
She quickly composed herself, trying to act as usual. "What?! Talent guy, you don't welcome me?"
"How could that be? Of course I welcome it, especially..." As he said this, he subtly glanced at her earlobe, just in time for her to see.
"!" Yukino Shita Hiyori's pretty face flushed slightly; she guessed his thoughts in an instant.
That despicable guy!
She felt both annoyed and ashamed. After he exposed her thoughts last time, he took liberties with her under the guise of revenge—leaving her unable to sleep all night afterward.
I tossed and turned in bed, and every time I closed my eyes, I could recall his warmth, his scent, his playful gaze, and the corners of his lips...
She originally wanted to stay away from this place and avoid provoking him, which would have been the smart thing to do.
No matter what the competition is, she seems to have no way to beat him.
But it's like my body's been bewitched; without realizing it, I'll occasionally get into a car during my free time, step on the gas, and unknowingly find myself on the highway to Tokyo... even though I know he might tease me if I come here.
She was certain: it must be because he had defeated her in one city, and she was so angry that she wanted to come and get revenge!