After dropping out of school, I chose to join a girls' band.

Ras successfully completed their performance today with "RIOT", and the double R duo successfully advanced.

BangDream: Chapter Nine - Last-Minute Preparation

Late at night, Chihaya Aine lay slumped on the table, her eyes half-closed, a deep weariness enveloping her.

She couldn't help but yawn, her eyelids feeling as heavy as if they were filled with lead, and her head drooped little by little as she grew sleepy.

"Honestly, it's because you said you wanted to redesign your costumes after watching the seniors' performances these past few days." Shiina Tatsuki walked over with a tray of coffee, and placed the tray heavily on the table with a slightly helpless expression. The sound of the cup and plate clinking together made Aine pause slightly.

"The costumes worn by the senior performers are really valuable references and have given me a lot of inspiration."

Ai Yin rubbed her face, propped up her somewhat weak arms, and took a small sip of her coffee.

However, the bitter taste made her frown instantly. Slightly dazed, she looked around for the sugar jar and began to pray in her heart for the sweetness to save her.

"Here you go, the sugar bowl." Hinasaki Tsuki handed over a small white sugar bowl with a light and natural movement, as if she had already anticipated that Aine would be unable to resist adding sugar.

Ai Yin quickly grabbed the sugar jar and added five or six sugar cubes. As she stirred, a look of satisfaction finally appeared on her face, as if this cup of sweet coffee could save her soul from the brink of drowsiness.

Shiina Tatsuki frowned as she watched her actions: "With so much sugar, is your coffee going to turn into sugar water?"

Ai Yin dismissed her concerns, waved her hand, and retorted seriously, "Coffee without sugar and milk is completely undrinkable!"

She took a small sip, and the blend of sugar and coffee finally brought a sense of relief to her face, her tired brows relaxing slightly.

"I feel like you've completely ruined the coffee I made." Shiina Tatsuki stared at Chihaya Aine's coffee cup, frowning as if the sweet aroma had completely masked the original flavor of the coffee.

Her tone carried a hint of disdain, but Chihaya Aine didn't seem to care at all. Aine simply shrugged, took a casual sip of her sweet coffee, and instead revealed a satisfied expression.

Then, she turned to Hinasaki and asked softly, "Are Suze and Rakuna asleep already?"

As staunch advocates of early to bed in the band, Su Shi and Le Nai usually fall asleep quietly before nightfall, which has almost become a tacit rule among the band members.

Hinasaki nodded. "Yes, they and Kodama are already asleep in the guest room."

"Xiao Deng has already gone to sleep," Ai Yin sighed helplessly, glancing at the scattered blueprints and design samples on the table, as if she could see the signs of an all-night battle ahead.

She roused herself slightly and said with a smile, "Looks like it'll be just the three of us fighting side by side tonight."

Shiina Tatsuki rolled her eyes, tapped the table, and said in feigned annoyance, "Whose fault do you think this is?!"

"Alright, Nozomi, stop talking," Hinasaki gently patted Ritsuki's shoulder, her tone gentle and soothing.

She smiled gently and tidied up the scattered fabrics on the table. "Let's finish finishing Aine's costume as soon as possible. The sooner we finish, the sooner everyone can get some rest."

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"Ha~~"

The morning sunlight filtered through the curtains and gently fell on Nagasaki Motoyo's flaxen hair, the warm glow softly covering her pillow.

Su Shi's eyelashes trembled slightly as she felt the warm touch on her eyelids. She unconsciously frowned, and after a moment, slowly opened her eyes.

The blinding morning light made her squint instinctively. After a moment, she was fully awake, picked up her phone from the bedside table, and habitually checked the time—six o'clock sharp.

She went to bed at 10 p.m. last night and now feels refreshed, having had a perfect eight hours of restful sleep, as if every minute and every second was just right.

Su Shi turned her head slightly and saw Le Nai rubbing her eyes, looking up at her sleepily.

After confirming that there was nothing urgent, Lena immediately burrowed into the blankets like a lazy kitten, with only a tuft of hair showing, almost curling up into a cat-like shape.

Su Shi smiled silently, bent down to straighten the blankets for Le Nai, and gently adjusted the air conditioner temperature to keep the room at just the right warmth.

Su Shi watched quietly as Le Nai quickly drifted off to sleep again, a slight smile of indulgence playing on her lips. Once she was sure Le Nai was sleeping soundly, she carefully got up, trying not to make a sound.

Su Shi picked up the clothes folded aside, slowly unbuttoned her pajamas, gently took them off, and then gently draped the prepared shirt over her shoulders. She slipped her hands out of the sleeves and smoothly straightened them.

Gently pushing open the bedroom door, Su Shi walked to the second-floor railing and leaned out to look down.

The morning light streamed into the living room, casting the shadows of three people on the sofa.

Lixi was curled up in a corner of the sofa, her arms wrapped around a pillow, her sleeping face peaceful and her breathing shallow. On another sofa, Aiyin lay slightly on her side, her hair falling over her forehead, her breathing even and gentle. Xiaoyue was curled up in a ball, a faint smile on her face, clearly enjoying some sweet scene in her dream.

Su Shi's gaze lingered on them for a moment, and a silent sigh flashed between her brows.

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Hinasaki was the first of the three to wake up, not for any other reason, but simply because her biological clock had struck, plus—a familiar scent was slowly wafting into her nostrils.

"Hmm...smells good?" She sniffed and faintly smelled the aroma of fried eggs and toast. She opened her eyes and saw the ceiling of her living room. Warm yellow light shone through the curtains and spilled into the room, creating a cozy atmosphere.

Turning her head, Hinasaki saw Ritsuki curled up on another sofa, sleeping soundly with a pillow in her arms, while Chihaya Aine next to her was breathing lightly, seemingly still asleep. She quietly got up, trying not to make a sound, and followed the aroma to the kitchen.

Upon entering the kitchen, I saw Nagasaki Motoyo, wearing an apron, busy at work. The edges of the fried eggs in the pan were slightly curled up, and the toast next to her had just come out of the oven, gleaming with an enticing golden sheen.

"Good morning, Xiaoyue," Nagasaki Motoyo seemed to have noticed her earlier and turned around with a smile.

"Good morning, Su Shi 'Mom'!" Hinasaki teased with a smile, her gaze falling on the breakfast that was about to be finished in Su Shi's hands. "Do you need my help?"

Nagasaki Motoyo shook her head and carefully placed the fried egg on the toast, stacking it into a beautiful sandwich: "Go wash up, breakfast will be ready soon."

Hinasaki glanced at the dishes in the kitchen with a hint of regret, but still obediently went to the bathroom.

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Aine's performance outfit is this one.

BangDream: Chapter Ten - Strange Personnel Configuration

"So?" Nagasaki Motoyo looked at the two sleepy people in front of her and the fully dressed Hinasaki. "Your efforts last night were successful?"

"Ta-da!" Upon hearing this, Chihaya Aine quickly took out the clothes they had hastily altered yesterday. "How are they? Pretty good, right?"

Nagasaki Motoyo's gaze lingered on the clothes in Chihaya Aine's hands, and she couldn't help but take a few more glances at them.

The top features white as its main color and a preppy design, with dark blue trim adding depth. A simple ribbon is tied at the collar, adding a touch of artistic flair. The shoulders are slightly puffed, and the decorative pockets and buttons on the chest are neatly arranged, enhancing the garment's three-dimensionality and decorative appeal.

The lower half features a light gray plaid skirt with slight pleats, making the overall outfit more lively.

A decorative chain belt in alternating dark blue and light blue hung from her waist, with small decorative metal pieces on the chain shimmering under the light, exuding both liveliness and style.

"For my legs, I chose black stockings, the length of which is just enough to show off my 'absolute territory'," Chihaya Aine said with a smug smile, her eyes sparkling.

Nagasaki Motoyo raised an eyebrow slightly, and the image of Aine wearing this outfit involuntarily surfaced in her mind.

Her slender legs were encased in black stockings, with a sliver of skin peeking out between the hem of her skirt and the top of the stockings—that glimpse of "absolute territory" made her look both youthful and playful. Combined with the overall design of her outfit—a preppy top, a neat plaid skirt, and a lively decorative chain—it created a fresh and vibrant atmosphere, perfectly showcasing the girl's energy and dynamism.

Motoyo Nagasaki has to admit that although Aine's naming style is always laughable, her aesthetic sense and creativity in clothing design are quite outstanding.

Most importantly, this outfit can be worn not only for performances but also for everyday wear.

"How about it! Pretty good, right?" Aine blinked, grinning and boasting, her face beaming with pride. "I think I could open my own clothing store. I've even thought of a name: 'Anon Tokyo,' what do you think?"

Nagasaki Motoyo raised an eyebrow, looking at Aine in front of her.

Her long pink hair swayed gently with her triumphant movements, her eyes filled with anticipation, as if she couldn't wait for her to nod in approval.

Su Shi couldn't help but sigh silently, and a strange image appeared in her mind—a fluffy pink dog wagging its tail and sticking out its tongue in front of her, staring at her expectantly with a look that said, "Praise me!"

Nagasaki Motoyo, as if possessed, raised her hand and, as if subconsciously, gently touched Aine's chin. Her fingertips brushed against her skin, giving Aine a strange feeling.

"Huh? Huh...!? Su Shishi, what are you doing?" Chizawa Aine was stunned for a moment, her voice filled with confusion, but she did not resist. Instead, she looked up at Su Shishi with a blank expression, her eyes filled with a kind of innocent and trusting look like that of a small animal.

Su Shi's hand didn't stop; instead, she skillfully scratched along Ai Yin's chin, as if she were petting a well-behaved big dog.

Her movements were gentle and natural, as if she knew all along which part of her skin was the softest and which angle would make people feel a little ticklish.

Hinasaki Tsuki stood to the side, watching this bizarre scene, and couldn't help but give a "polite" smile, while inwardly thinking, "This technique... it looks more like petting a dog, doesn't it?"

She glanced at Ai Yin, whose blank yet blissful expression actually resembled that of a pet dog being stroked.

"These two...the more I look at them, the more they resemble a master and her pet."

As soon as Takamatsu Akari entered the restaurant, she saw an unexpected scene before her eyes—Su Shi was gently stroking Aine's chin, and Aine was completely enjoying it, her eyes slightly narrowed and her expression dazed.

"Huh... Xiao Ai... Su Shi?" Gao Songdeng stood at the door, blinking, somewhat unable to believe her eyes. Her voice carried a hint of uncertainty and confusion, as if she was trying to confirm whether she was still half asleep.

Behind her, Lena was still in a half-awake state, her short hair sticking messily to her face, rubbing her eyes, her face showing a dazed look as if she had just woken up.

"Little Light, Ryuna, good morning." Hinasaki smiled when she saw them and patted the stool next to her. "Ryuna, come sit down."

Lena opened her eyes halfway and obediently walked to Xiaoyue's side like a well-behaved kitten, sitting down and lazily nestling into the chair.

Xiaoyue took out a delicate wooden comb from her bag and gently combed Le Nai's messy white short hair. With each stroke, the hair fell smoothly down.

Hinasaki's technique was very gentle, each touch was light, as if she was afraid of hurting her.

As she combed her hair, she carefully separated the knots and straightened each strand.

Lena closed her eyes and enjoyed the moment, her little face swaying slightly with the movement of the comb, and a relaxed expression gradually appeared on her face.

Shiina Riki carried the tray out of the kitchen and gently placed a freshly made breakfast in front of Takamatsu Tatsumi, the warm aroma filling the air.

"Little Lamp, this is your breakfast. Su Shi made it especially for you this morning."

"Thank you." Xiaodeng said thank you, sat down next to Lixi, picked up the toast with both hands, and took small bites of the toast with egg and bacon.

Xiaodeng's eating manner was unexpectedly like that of an adorable hamster. She held the toast with extra care, and after taking a small bite, her little cheeks puffed out slightly, looking slow and unhurried, just like a small animal that chewed slowly and carefully.

Just as Xiaodeng took another small bite of toast, Lixi couldn't help but chuckle.

Xiao Deng looked up at her with a puzzled expression, a small bite of toast still in her mouth, as if she didn't quite understand what she was laughing at.

Well... it's normal for girl bands to have a good relationship, and I've seen many close interactions between the seniors when I was training with Aine in Popipa.

But Hinasaki felt that the atmosphere of the Mygo!!!!!! band was really too strange this morning.

Hinasaki looked at Aine and Souse, Akari and Riki, and herself and Rakuna.

Hinasaki looked around, a complicated feeling rising in her heart—the atmosphere of Mygo!!!!!! This band doesn't seem quite right, does it?

Owners and pets, mothers and children, cat owners and cats... Shouldn't a band be a united, energetic, and youthful group of friends? Instead, it seems like a strange family of friends.

BangDream: Chapter Eleven - Xiaoyue's Support Group

That afternoon, the Mygo members, arranged by Hinasaki, traveled to their destination in a spacious and comfortable chartered vehicle.

Sunlight streamed through the car windows, making the interior bright and warm.

People chatted or closed their eyes to rest, and the atmosphere was exceptionally relaxed as the car swayed slightly.