"Ahaha... then we don't need to worry. We both have some grounding in music."
Shiori laughed awkwardly a few times, unable to stop himself from picturing Lingmeng playing the violin in an elegant gown.
That would be a beautiful sight, wouldn't it?
Of course, that was assuming Lingmeng didn't play anything downright cursed.
Otherwise, no matter how beautiful the performer was, it would drag their score down considerably.
"Senbon, arrange the best equipment for Shido and Lingmeng right away."
"Yes! Understood!"
Responding to Kotori's order, Senbon began operating the console on the left.
Kotori nodded slightly, then turned her gaze back to the two of them.
"So, what song are you planning to perform?"
Shiori straightened up and answered with some uncertainty.
"Well... I'm not really sure either... a cover, probably?"
"Not enough to draw people in! Minowa!"
Kotori looked toward the right.
Seated there was Minowa, "Protective Observation Disposition."
Minowa nodded in understanding and began operating her console.
"Yes! I'll commission experts to compose a song immediately and hold an audition to select the piece!"
After hearing Minowa's response, Kotori nodded again, then continued her questioning.
"So, how much do you know about the competition?"
"Uh... I'm not really sure about that either..."
A little cold sweat trickled down Shiori's forehead. He felt as though he couldn't answer a single question...
Chapter 26: Precompetition Preparations (Part Two)
"How do you not know anything?"
Kotori folded her arms as she looked at Shiori, then sighed helplessly.
"Shiizaki!"
"Yes!"
Responding to Kotori's call, Shiizaki sprang into action just as Senbon and Minowa had.
"We've already arranged for spies to infiltrate Rindouji Girls' Academy and gather intelligence on their performance for the day. Should we sabotage them?"
Hearing Shiizaki's dangerous suggestion, Kotori rubbed her chin in thought. Then she shook her head