Tokyo: Idol Girls have absolutely no bad intentions!

Standing outside the recording studio, Yoshida Nai gave the two people inside a "good luck" gesture.

For sample recordings, if it's a band arrangement, the sounds of the instruments need to be recorded separately first.

It is also possible to record in separate tracks, such as splitting the drum kit into bass drum, snare drum, and cymbals.

The first step is to record the sounds of the instruments.

After the store manager, Saionji, gestured for them to start, they began to play.

Without her monitoring headphones on, Yoshida Nai could only watch the two men move their hands back and forth on the instruments through the thick soundproof glass.

She could see Asada tossing his hair, his fingers pressing on the second fret, completely immersed in the music.

Ito's wrist hovered above the keyboard, and as his fingers pressed the sustain pedal, the red indicator light on the effects rack behind him flickered in rhythm with the movement.

In order to hear their performance, she pressed her face against the glass, her nose fogging up with mist.

"Hey, don't smear your saliva on the glass," the Saionji store manager warned.

Yoshida hurriedly wiped her mouth, only to see Asada suddenly bend down and strum the strings, the resulting overtones causing the soundproof glass to hum.

(Actually, without an amplifier, the electric guitar will be very quiet, so this effect won't be achieved. Also, the accompaniment for both musicians should be recorded separately to avoid interference and to allow for individual volume control.)

Yoshida stood on tiptoe and peered through the glass. She could see Asada's fingertips turning white as he pressed the strings, but his face remained highly excited.

Upon seeing this, Yoshida Naoko couldn't help but swallow.

Yes, she's different from usual.

With Ito striking the last black and white key, the recording of the instrument was complete.

Due to time constraints, there wasn't enough time to re-record.

Now that the accompaniment has been recorded, Saionji will make preliminary adjustments to these and other electronic sounds on-site to generate the master accompaniment tape.

During this break, Asada couldn't be idle; she needed to adjust her state of mind and get into the right emotional state.

Thanks to the buff from the heart-shaped leg warmer, Asada was able to get into character very quickly, and Ito only briefly explained the background of the creation to her.

Asada's expression immediately changed, but her gaze toward Ito was not friendly.

Giving the middle finger to an unfair fate is not about Asada giving the middle finger to himself.

Never mind, it doesn't matter.

While Asada was singing a cappella, Ito put on monitoring headphones and marked the errors in the lyrics.

For example, when singing the line "The muddy water of the rotten city is cold (The dirty water of the rotten city is cold)," the last syllable is clearly drawn out.

At the same time, the places that require special changes of tone are also marked, such as "何にも変わらない世界で (In a world that remains unchanged)" and "Today だって生きてゆくんだ (Today I still have to choose to live)".

This song needs to express emotions and convey the power of rock.

Similar to "I'm So Annoying," but significantly different from it; it's cathartic yet more rational.

At least she won't give off the vibe of a female gang leader.

About 30 minutes later, seeing that Asada had almost finished practicing, the recording began.

Asada was only 15cm away from the microphone, which made the sound thicker and fuller.

"The remaining heartbeats covered the night"

Asada's unique voice came through the headphones, and the store manager, Saionji, nodded in satisfaction.

From the very first line, the emotion was already there; she's a really good lead singer.

"The Bustling City" is a great test of a singer's ability to control emotions and breath.

Ito silently counted the rhythm in his mind, knowing that the first major change in the scale was about to begin.

"This hand belongs to you"

coming!

"変わらないはずはないよ手ばして"

This line is sung a cappella; even in a finished piece, there is no accompaniment. The preceding line expresses emotion, and this serves as the first conclusion.

With the electric guitar strumming filling my ears, the first hurdle was cleared.

Ito looked at Asada, who was focused on her work. Asada's eyes were downcast, her hair moved gently with her body, and her hands gripped the microphone stand.

While some felt gratified, others were driven to madness. In stark contrast to Ito and the other two was Yoshida Nai.

I can't hear anything at all!

Having never received the monitoring headphones, Yoshida Nai stood behind the soundproof glass like a deaf person, her face contorted in a grimace.

Chapter 126 has already been disbanded by the Fantasy Band.

After that lyric, there is a four-second accompaniment, followed by the steady singing of "雑踏の中で声無き声で泣いている (I cry silently in the crowded crowd)".

As the words “Footprints ga now wane’s voice wo shashita morning” were accompanied, Asada’s emotions surged again, reaching a peak.

After the phrase "The muddy water of the rotten city is cold," things quickly returned to normal.

When they reached the line of lyrics that Ito had marked, Asada's voice changed, incorporating electronic elements and reverb.

The store manager, Saionji, was utterly shocked. Even from the simple sheet music, he could tell that this song was extraordinary.

But it was only after the actual performance, and with Ito's prompting, that the mysterious veil of "Our City" was gradually lifted from the face of this stunning beauty.

As the drumbeats become more intense, the keyboard and electric guitar intertwine, and the lyrics gradually speed up.

As she uttered "Soredemo," Asada gripped the microphone even tighter, her back arched as if she were determined to fight the world to the very end.

"この眼で真かに见えたんだ (Even so, I still tried to witness it with my own eyes)"

"この手で正かにtouchれたんだねえほらほら (Use these hands to touch with your own hands, look, look, look)"

After a rapid tone, the tone slows down at an extremely fast pace, but the emotion remains at its peak.

"Wow, that's amazing." Yoshida Nai finally got the listening earpiece after her strong, silent protest.

Listening to Asada's unique voice coming through her headphones, she exclaimed in admiration.

......

The song reaches its final note transition, "この手は自分自己のものさ (These hands belong to myself)," after which the accompaniment abruptly stops in the middle of the lyrics.

"変わらないはずはないよ手ばして"

Even without the support of accompaniment, Asada still maintains the power of her voice, allowing listeners to feel the charm beneath it.

Another burst of intense drumbeats, interwoven with keyboard and guitar sounds.

Just as the audience's emotions reached their peak, the song ended with an a cappella rendition of "何もかも君次第で僕次第さ (Everything depends on you, everything depends on me)" and the static of an electric guitar exiting the stage.

"No need for re-recording, right?" Ito said to Saionji, the store manager, who was still immersed in the song.

"No, no need," he finally said, his voice hoarse.

"That's good. Remember to return the instrument to Xinye today after you win the bet."

After speaking, Ito greeted Asada, who was still standing dumbfounded behind the microphone, through the glass.

Just as Ito was about to open the recording studio door, bypassing Yoshida Na, whose jaw was still agape, store manager Saionji called out to him.

Saionji stood up, his eyes filled with fervor beneath his messy hair, and stepped forward to grasp Ito's hand.

"Wait! What are you going to do?!"

Although it was just a simple handshake, Ito was still taken aback by the sudden situation.

Ito's back slammed against the cold door panel, and he tried to pull his hand back but couldn't move.

"Don't go out yet, let's discuss the details further!"

Yoshida Nai watched the scene with great interest; the recording studio was so quiet that the slight hum of the equipment could be heard.

"Details?" Ito raised an eyebrow, his wrist aching from Saionji's grip.

"Yes."

Having witnessed the other's talent, Saionji would never let go. All the band selection winners combined were less important to him than Ito.

"I can provide you with a full set of instruments, professional venues, and unlimited access to the recording studio, as well as a fixed performance venue, so please form a band!"

"Wait a minute, didn't you already find a band?" Ito finally broke free, rubbing his reddened wrist and frowning. "After you win the bet, they'll work for you for free."

"Let them die!" The store manager, Saionji, unconsciously raised his voice. "I only want you."

"Eh~" Yoshida Nai suddenly covered her mouth dramatically.

Please stop saying things that might trigger BL fantasies.

"No, no!"

The half-open recording studio door was flung open, and Asada Sakura rushed in, spreading her arms to block Ito and the store manager, Saionji.

"Ito is mine!"

"Eh~!" Yoshida Nai exclaimed again, this time with a completely different tone.

Store Manager Saionji tugged at her messy hair. "I misspoke just now. Actually, I want you too—"

"Huh?" Asada, who had been quite assertive, quickly hid behind Ito, not daring to show her face.

"No, I haven't finished speaking yet. The reaction shouldn't be that big."

"She's bisexual, the manager is disgusting." It seems Yoshida Nai really wants to be fired.

The air conditioner vents made a whooshing sound. Ito was pressed tightly against Asada's back, and Asada could smell the reassuring fragrance emanating from him.

"I mean I want you to be the lead singer of the band. I've seen your talent."

The store manager, Saionji, took a business card out of his pocket and handed it to Ito.

"If you've made up your mind, come find me. I can provide unconditional support."

Seemingly feeling that his terms weren't clear enough, Saionji added, "I can provide your band with 20 yen a month in funding, as long as you agree to one condition."

"Let's have Saionji Chizuru join." Ito understood what the other person was thinking.

Saionji readily nodded, "That's right."