Anime Crossover Band, Rock Girl Won't Let Me Go

Chapter 117 Xiangzi Refuses

Xiangzi felt a lump in his throat, but he managed to control himself well.

Toyokawa Shoko looked up at Nagasaki Motoyo.

"Eh?"

Su Shi's smile faltered slightly, a hint of confusion in her eyes.

Xiangzi was clearly tempted just now.

"What's wrong, Saki-chan?"

Su Shi asked, pushing the notebook forward again, trying to get Xiangzi's attention.

The laptop moved a few centimeters closer to Xiangzi.

Xiangzi took a breath, closed his eyes, and then quickly opened them again.

"So what did you mean by showing me the lyrics to 'The Lamp'?"

"I'd like to ask Xiangzi to help me compose some music." Su Shi chose to get straight to the point. She clasped her hands together and asked, "Is that alright?"

Composing... just as expected.

Toyokawa Shoko did not show much surprise.

To be fair, Xiangzi certainly wanted to compose music for the lyrics of "The Lamp".

however……

The reality, however, is harsh.

Let's set aside whether she has any spare time to compose music.

Just one computer is needed for composing music.

She doesn't have any at the moment.

If you really want to help compose music.

I'm afraid I'll have to go to an internet cafe.

Think so.

Toyokawa Shoko's heart grew increasingly bitter.

Xiangzi subconsciously bit his lip.

Moreover, Nagasaki Motoyo's behavior clearly shows that she still wants to pull herself back into that band.

Xiangzi understands Su Shi.

Can't give her hope.

Otherwise, she'll keep bothering me.

Under Nagasaki Motoyo's expectant gaze, Toyokawa Shoko slowly spoke:

"I'm sorry, Su Shi, I can't compose music for you."

"Eh?"

Nagasaki Motoyo was slightly taken aback.

Toyokawa Shoko's refusal came as a surprise to Nagasaki Motoyo.

Su Shi panicked a little.

"Why...why? Saki-chan, these are lyrics from Koyuki's songs."

"Didn't you like Xiao Deng's lyrics the most?"

"Xiangzi is a genius composer."

A genius? Xiangzi found it somewhat laughable.

"If you work together, you'll definitely be able to write a great song."

“Then everyone can…” Nagasaki Motoyo suddenly paused.

Toyokawa Shoko frowned slightly, somewhat disappointed in Su Shi.

"Su Shi, now that you've joined a new band, focus your energy on it. As for composing, I'm sure you can create excellent music even without me."

"But... Saki-chan, without you..."

"Sushi, that's enough."

Toyokawa Shoko interrupted.

"at last……"

"I wish you happiness."

After Toyokawa Shoko finished speaking, she didn't give Nagasaki Motoyo a chance to reply.

After nodding to Bai Qiu and Xiao Mu, he walked past Nagasaki Sue and left.

As for Nagasaki Motoyo, after hearing Shoko's words, "I wish you happiness."

She was a little dazed.

What does Xiangzi mean by this...?

I was clearly wishing her well, but she heard it sound like a farewell. It was heartbreaking.

"Wait, Saki-chan, can we...can we talk some more?"

As Nagasaki Sosho Shoko walked away, she reached out her arm to stop him.

But Toyokawa Shoko chose to leave without looking back.

For a moment, Nagasaki Motoyo stared blankly at Shoko's back with her thin, moist lips slightly parted.

Similar scenarios.

It happened a second time.

Only Bai Qiu, Ruoye Mutsu, and Nagasaki Motoyo remained at the scene.

Fortunately, Nagasaki Motoyo didn't cry this time.

It wasn't raining.

Hey.

Bai Qiu sighed softly.

To be honest... that's what he wanted to say.

Thankfully, Toyokawa Shoko refused!

If Xiangzi hadn't refused.

They really helped with the composition.

What will Shiina Tatsuki think when she finds out?

If two pieces are composed, whose will be used?

Bai Qiu starts from her own perspective.

If the band were to end, the task of composing would be given to him.

But in the blink of an eye, his teammates went to find someone else to compose music.

It makes people feel somewhat distrusted.

Not to mention……

The situation is complicated and delicate, like that of Nagasaki Motoyo and the others.

Bai Qiu stepped forward and looked at Nagasaki Motoyo, whose eyes were lowered.

He patted Su Shi's shoulder and sighed softly, offering words of comfort:

"Alright, Su Shi, I won't say anything more."

"Wasn't the task of composing the music assigned to Lixi?"

“If Lixi finds out that you’ve come to see Xiangzi like this, she might cry.”

Of course, Bai Qiu will keep this a secret from Su Shi.

Upon hearing Bai Qiu's voice, Nagasaki Motoyo glanced over.

"I...I just wanted to talk to Xiangzi..."

Nagasaki Motoyo bit her lip, her right hand gripping her left arm.

"Yes, I know, so don't be too sad, there will be other opportunities in the future."

Bai Qiu nodded, then said to the two of them, "I have to go back to school."

"You two should hurry back too."

"Xiao Mu, I'm counting on you for Su Shi this time."

Wakaba Mu nodded.

Bai Qiu left.

Goto Ichiri is still waiting for him at school.

Although I'm still a little worried about Nagasaki Motoyo, she seems to be in good condition this time.

Presumably, Nagasaki Motoyo has grown since the last time.

There's always a first-come, first-served order to things.

Bai Qiu decided to go back and find Yi Li first.

……

In the school clinic at Sakuragaoka.

Goto Ichiri sat in a chair.

She gripped her phone tightly in her hand; the contact displayed in the chat window was Bai Qiu.

It's not just one-way communication, but there aren't many chat logs either.

After all, once the band ended, they communicated everything through group chat.

Goto Ichiri looked conflicted.

You should go back yourself; it will take two hours to take her home. If Bai Qiu comes and goes, it will be very late.

Just then, Bai Qiu returned.

Goto Ichiri was startled.

Bai Qiu chuckled softly.

Seeing that there's only one mile left and the school doctor hasn't returned yet, how unprofessional!

Bai Qiu mentally complained.

"Let's go, Yili."

"Aki...Aki-kun, maybe we should just forget about it, my home is very far away..."

After much deliberation, Goto Ichiri finally spoke up.

"It's alright. It's getting late, and I'd be worried about you going back by yourself."

Bai Qiu waved his hand dismissively and chuckled, "Besides, I assured Hong Xia of your safety. Alright, let's go."

Huh? Is it because of Nijika?!

Upon hearing this, Goto Ichiri felt a void in his heart.

Yes, Hongxia is so gentle, kind, positive, and optimistic, it's only natural that Qiujun would prefer her...

But there was no time to think about it, and Yili caught up with Bai Qiu.

Subsequently.

The two had just stepped out of the building.

Bai Qiu then saw a hurried figure, as if searching for something.

They weren't wearing the Sakuragaoka school uniform, so they must be here for a visit.

Bai Qiu looked slightly puzzled; it was already this late, and most of the visitors had already left.

Are you lost?

And this girl looks a bit like Azusa Nakano.

Bai Qiu decided to go closer and take a look.

I've met everyone from the Light Music Club except for Azusa Nakano, so there's no reason to miss her.

If so, I'll treat it as a side quest.

Goto Ichiri looked at Bai Qiu with a slight puzzlement, and couldn't help but imagine it in his mind.

Sorry, Pochi-chan, I can't take you home. You'll have to go home by yourself!

"Uh, hehehehe..." Yili let out a bitter laugh.

……

Bai Qiu approached the little girl with twin ponytails.

Are you lost too?

Upon hearing the sound, Nakano Azusa turned around in a slightly flustered manner.

It really is Nakano Azusa.

Bai Qiu secretly said.

It's a pity I can't call her Azumi-nyan.

When Nakano Azusa discovered that the people who came were seniors from the two bands, she was somewhat surprised and taken aback.

Nakano Azusa nodded, looking slightly reserved.

"Hello, senior. I accidentally wandered this way and can't find any signs or anything..."

Bai Qiu nodded slightly and pointed to himself and Goto Ichiri.

"We're just about to leave. If you don't mind, why don't you come with us?"

Nakano Azusa nodded in surprise.

She looked at Goto Ichiri and saw that there was another senior student performing on stage.

"Then I'll have to trouble you two seniors."

Nakano Azusa bowed slightly.

Seeing that Bai Qiu was very kind, Nakano Azusa also mustered up her courage and said:

"By the way, senior, I really enjoyed your band's performance."

Although Azusa Nakano didn't quite understand why this senior would participate in performances by two bands.

In the somewhat serious mindset of Nakano Azusa, a person should focus on one band. Or is this what rock and roll is all about?

"Oh?" Bai Qiu became interested. "So, do you prefer the Light Music Club or the End Band? Which do you prefer?"

"Huh?" Nakano Azusa froze, unable to speak for a moment. "This, this..."

Both of these questions are very difficult to answer!

"Looks like he doesn't really like it."

Bai Qiu said with some regret.

"That's not it." Nakano Azusa quickly waved her hands in denial, her tone somewhat hurried: "I was very happy to see your performance. Anyway... anyway! I want to keep watching your performances..."

"And also, I've decided to apply to this school next year!"

Seemingly afraid of being misunderstood, Nakano Azusa quickly explained.

Bai Qiu showed a teasing smile.

Upon seeing this, Nakano Azusa blushed slightly.

"senior……"

"You'll definitely pass the exam."

Bai Qiu changed the subject and encouraged him.

Sure enough, Bai Qiu brought that girl over.

Goto Ichiri gave a bitter smile.

Bai Qiu asked curiously, "Yili, this future junior sister got lost and came out with us."

A future junior?

Nakano Azusa felt a little embarrassed after hearing this.

Hello, senior.

"Hello……"

Goto Ichiri's somewhat stiff reply.

Yili breathed a sigh of relief.

Great, the scenario she imagined didn't happen.