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

Chapter 216 Mask

Meanwhile, in another location, an office inside the SU office building.

Toyokawa Shoko sat upright at a round table, her golden eyes intently fixed on the laptop screen.

She was carefully proofreading the stage play script of Ave Mujica.

Behind her, Ruoye Mutsu and Sanka Hatsuka sat quietly in a corner of the sofa.

Ave Mujica has its own office and practice room, so apart from matters related to the band, no one will easily come in to disturb them.

Seemingly finding the room a little too quiet, Chu Hua poured Mu a cup of tea, then poured another, picked it up, walked behind Xiangzi, and whispered:

"Xiao Xiang, would you like some water?"

Without turning her head, Toyokawa Shoko replied, "Okay, thank you. Let's put it aside for now, I'll drink it later."

"Um......"

Chu Hua carefully placed the water glass on the empty spot on the table, then returned to the sofa and sat down.

I don't know why, but I always feel that Xiao Xiang seems a bit strict...

It must be because of too much work pressure.

For the rest of the time, Xiangzi continued to work intently, and Ruoye Mu and Sanjiao Chuhua dared not disturb him.

Ruoye Mu turned her head to look at Xiangzi's back.

She always felt that this Xiangzi was different from the one she had met at Bai Qiu's house.

Although it's not the black version of Xiang after Crychic disbanded, it's also not the warm and heartwarming white version of Xiang from before.

Xiangzi now seems to have a new look at the firm, appearing particularly serious and focused.

It seems like all he cares about is practicing, and he never talks about anything outside of the band.

Just as Wakaba Mutsumi was pondering why this was happening.

Yawata Kairin, who came from RiNG, pushed open the door and entered the office.

Chu Hua smiled at the other person and said, "Hailin, you've arrived."

"Mm." Hailing nodded politely to Chuhua. After glancing at the fact that not everyone had arrived yet, she put down her violin bag, crossed her arms, and quietly leaned against the wall, closing her eyes to rest.

Shoko Toyokawa also noticed that Hailin had arrived, so only Yutenji Wakana was missing.

That guy was the last one again.

Xiangzi sighed inwardly. If Yutianji Ruomai had arrived earlier, everyone could have started training sooner.

Even though her band is about to debut, why doesn't she feel any sense of urgency?

So it turns out the online influencers I found weren't reliable enough?

The Hailing brand recommended by Bai Qiu is different.

Thinking of Bai Qiu, Xiangzi's serious face relaxed slightly.

Therefore, in order to express her feelings to Bai Qiu as soon as possible, she needs to help Ave Mujica succeed as soon as possible.

Thinking of this, Xiangzi clenched his fist and continued to work diligently.

There was no sound from the office door until two or three minutes before the agreed time.

The door was pushed open, and Yutenji Wakana walked in with unhurried and elegant steps.

"Wow, everyone's here so early?"

With the arrival of Miaomeng, the quiet office became a little more lively.

Miao Meng blinked rapidly, flashed her signature smile, and sighed in a coquettish tone, "I'm the last one..."

Chu Hua smiled and said, "Yes, Miss Miaomeng."

Hailing nodded and said, "Yes."

"Haha..." Miaomeng laughed shyly.

Hearing Miaomeng's voice, Toyokawa Shoko turned around to look at her, then glanced down at the time, realizing that the other person wasn't late.

Xiangzi didn't say much, so he could only offer a word of advice:

"Miss Yutenji, if possible, could you please come earlier next time? Everyone is waiting for you."

Miao Meng paused for a moment, then smiled, waving her long, slender index finger:

"But I wasn't late!"

Noticing Xiangzi's slightly furrowed brows, Miaomeng changed her tune, drawing out her words: "Yes~ I understand~"

"Xiangzi, don't be so serious. Wouldn't it be better to smile more?"

Toyokawa Shoko sighed inwardly, not wanting to say anything more, and turned back to pick up the documents on the table to prepare for work.

At this moment, Nyanmu walked up to Wakaba Mutsu and asked:

"By the way, Mutsuko, can we take a picture together?"

"Eh?" Wakaba Mutsu opened her mouth slightly.

Seeing the other person's hands clasped together, Mu didn't really like it, but considering that Miao Meng knew Bai Qiu, he decided to agree to her request for Bai Qiu's sake.

When Toyokawa Shoko noticed this scene, she wanted to say something, but saw that Mutsu had already nodded.

So Xiangzi decided to let it go. It would be good if he could keep Miaomeng in check and make her behave herself.

"Thank you so much! Mutsuko, I like you!"

Miao Meng's face made no attempt to hide her surprise.

Soon, Miaomeng bent down slightly, her chin close to Mu's shoulder, took out her phone, and snapped a selfie in one smooth motion.

"Don't reveal anything about the band," Toyokawa Shoko solemnly reminded him.

"Yes~"

"Then let me explain the work arrangements for the future."

Taking a deep breath, Toyokawa Shoko smiled at everyone.

"First of all, the agency has already decided on the debut date for Ave Mujica, which is set for two weeks from now."

Upon hearing this news, the others also showed excitement and anticipation.

"Really?!" Miao Meng's eyes widened in surprise, and she jumped up and cheered, "I didn't expect it to be so fast. All the hard work these past few days has paid off."

Chu Hua clapped her hands happily, "Yes, that's great!"

Hailing said calmly, "It's good news."

But the joy didn't last long, as Xiangzi continued, "So starting today, we're going to extend the training time."

After a brief pause, Xiangzi glanced at everyone before continuing:

"For the rest of the time, we will train every day, including weekends."

"Huh?! Every day?!" Miao Meng was stunned for a moment, then raised her fair arm in protest, "Xiangzi, isn't this a bit too crazy? People need to rest."

"Besides, I have other things to do," Miaomeng muttered.

Xiangzi glanced at Miaomeng and said, "This is all necessary, and it will only be for a short period of time. In addition, the agency also supports doing this."

Miaomeng pouted and sighed helplessly.

"Every day?"

Misaki Hatsuka murmured softly, "Then we can only leave Sumi's work to Mana as much as possible."

Ruoye Mu opened her mouth, feeling a little worried about the conflict with the piano and dance lessons arranged by her family.

The reliable mercenary, Hailing, said she had no objections.

Xiangzi continued, "So please arrange your time in advance. If you are unable to come on any day due to special circumstances, please let me know in advance so I can reschedule."

"In addition, please memorize all the scripts for the puppet show in advance. When you get to the rehearsal room, just start practicing and don't forget your lines."

Miaomeng said weakly, "Yes~"

Chu Hua replied earnestly, "Okay, Xiao Xiang."

Mu, Hai Ling: "Yeah."

Xiangzi nodded and said, "This is the last one."

As he spoke, Xiangzi took out five black masks of different shapes from behind his back. The masks were carved with different flower patterns.

Gladiolus, chrysanthemum, spider lily, marigold, phalaenopsis orchid.

"what is this?"

Chu Hua and the others couldn't help but cast puzzled glances at them.

"Once we get on stage, we'll need to wear masks. To get used to it beforehand, please wear masks during the rest of the practice sessions as well."

"Mask?"

As soon as Xiangzi finished speaking, Miaomeng walked forward in confusion.

Looking at the masks in Toyokawa Shoko's hands, which she felt weren't very tasteful and were even a bit difficult to hold up, Meow Dream asked in confusion:

"Wouldn't the audience not be able to see our faces then? Can we not wear them?"

"no!"

Toyokawa Shoko said firmly, her tone unwavering and leaving no room for refusal.

“This is the effect I want.”

Xiangzi slightly raised his chin, looked directly at everyone, and explained:

"This is part of the world-building of Ave Mujica. It's not just a decoration or prop; it's an important part of the entire world-building process."

"To casually pick it is tantamount to destroying ave mujica's worldview."

"It can only be picked when the most appropriate and suitable time arrives."

Everyone was stunned by what he said.

Miaomeng nodded, touching her face with a helpless tone, "Alright then..."

Just as she was about to ask when would be the right time.

Xiangzi had already stuffed a mask into her hand, and then went to distribute masks to the other people.

"Everyone's mask is different, so please don't exchange them casually."

"Mortis, this is yours."

Finally, when Shoko reached Wakaba Mutsu, she handed him a mask that covered the entire lower half of his face and half of his forehead, leaving only his eyes visible.

However, Mu was initially delighted to receive the mask, but after hearing Xiangzi's address to her, Mu was stunned and her eyes drooped.

Xiangzi didn't notice any of this. She turned around, put on her mask, and placed her hands on her lower abdomen.

"After putting on the masks, please address each other by your code names. Is there anything else?"

Yawata Kairin replied, "No."

"I don't have any either, little..." Misaka Hatsuka's smile faltered, and she quickly corrected herself, "Oblivionis."

Ruoye Mu and Youtianji Ruomai shook their heads.

"Let's start practicing now, for two and a half hours," Toyokawa Shoko announced, then led the way to the practice room.