Gravity Girl Shining

Aine immediately patted her chest and promised.

"I've checked the school rules with my junior high school classmates at Tsuki no Mori. As long as it's not too revealing, it's allowed."

Then, she took out a new gift box as if by magic.

"In addition to the performance costumes, there's also this. I'll chat privately with Miao Meng about a high-end cosmetics package specially customized for Soyorin!"

Su Shi took the cosmetics box, which contained various cosmetics neatly arranged inside. She suddenly realized how much thought Aine had put into this gift, not only the money, but also her ingenuity and inspiration.

"Thank you, Aine."

She whispered, her smile more genuine this time than ever.

Next came the gift of the lamp. The gray-haired girl timidly pulled an envelope from the notebook compartment. When Su Shi took it, she could feel the warmth of her body on the paper.

"I showed Sushi the lyrics to Wheel of Rain last week, so there are other ones."

Nagasaki Suyo carefully opened the envelope. Inside, besides a rewritten manuscript of the lyrics, there was also a pencil sketch of the six members of MyGo.

Although the brushstrokes are immature, each one unexpectedly hits the characteristics: Aine's exaggerated waving posture, Riki's tsundere expression with his arms folded, Lenae staying on the edge like a cat, Deng's head lowered, Suze's elegant smile, and finally, Uehara Hibiki surrounded by everyone.

"Light...thank you."

"Well, as long as Su Shi likes it, I'm very happy."

Shiina Riki's gift was wrapped casually in an ordinary paper bag. But when she handed the heavy box to Suyo, the seriousness in her eyes made Nagasaki Suyo look sideways.

"Bass maintenance tools."

Shiina Tatsuki's blessing is concise and to the point.

“Regular care is needed to produce good sound.”

"Lixi is still so strict."

Su Shi couldn't help but laugh. This straightforward way of showing concern was indeed in line with Li Xi's character.

Lenai's gift was the most unexpected. It was an exquisite wooden box with no markings on it, which was simply pushed in front of Sushi.

"Soba noodles."

Listening to the cat girl's explanation, Sushi opened the box in surprise. Inside, neatly arranged were buckwheat noodles of various flavors, each packaged individually. Attached to the box was a note with beautiful calligraphy: "Sushi, eat."

"Lena, did you write this?"

Sushi asked in disbelief, she had never seen Lenai write calligraphy, or she couldn't imagine that the cat girl had such a talent.

"Yeah. Soba noodles are delicious, so we have to share."

Lenai's short silver hair swayed gently as her head shook.

"The note was taught by an interesting man."

Su Shi turned to look at Xiang, who simply shrugged and spread his hands out with an innocent look.

"I just told her that a handwritten blessing is more meaningful, and she did write the words herself."

Then, Hibiki also took out his gift.

When Nagasaki Suyo opened the gift box, she saw a dark blue silk scarf with tiny silver patterns embroidered around the edge.

Her fingertips trembled slightly, a metaphor that only the two of them understood.

This is not a scarf, but a chain.

This is Uehara Hibiki's promise, a gentle, tough, and lifelong promise.

Uehara Hibiki will keep Nagasaki Suyo by his side forever and will never abandon her.

"Thank you, Hibiki."

Nagasaki Suyo raised her head and looked at everyone around her. The tears of relief in her mother's eyes, Aine's excited smile, Deng's shy expression, Riki's awkward concern, Lenai's rare focus, and Hibiki's love.

A tear fell uncontrollably.

"Soyorin?"

Aine came closer in a panic.

"Are you OK?"

"I am fine."

Su Shi wiped the corners of her eyes and gave a genuine smile, but her tears flowed even more violently.

"Just... so happy."

This was the first time in years that she had cried openly in front of her mother and her bandmates. Strangely, she didn't feel ashamed or uneasy, because she was surrounded by people who accepted her whole self.

Whether it is the perfect Nagasaki Suyo or the imperfect Nagasaki Suyo who cries.

[The host has completed Nagasaki Sushi's wish - home, and randomly draws related skills.]

[Congratulations to the host for obtaining the green skill, expansion series: Perfect Body Lv.2.]

[Nagasaki Sushi's strategy progress +15, now 65/100, surpassing the second stage threshold, and obtaining an additional reward: Pure Love Heart × 20.]

[Nagasaki Sushi's awakening progress +1, now 1/3.]

[Congratulations to the host for helping Nagasaki Suyo awaken the Shining Star and obtain the special reward - Shining Star x 1.]

The series of sounds from the system made Uehara Hibiki curl his lips.

This is really an unexpected surprise.

……

After presenting the gifts, it was time to make wishes. Nagasaki Takako lit the candle on the top layer of the cake, and Aine ran to the wall and pressed the switch. The entire living room suddenly fell into darkness, with only the flickering candlelight on the cake as the only source of light.

“HappyBirthdaytoyou…”

The singing rang out in the darkness.

Su Shi sat in front of the cake, her hands clasped together, the candlelight dancing in her blue eyes. The moment she closed her eyes, a wish naturally emerged in her heart.

I hope days like this can continue forever.

I hope MyGo can always be my home.

I hope he can always be by my side.

She took a deep breath and blew out the candle.

At the moment of darkness, a familiar hand grasped her fingertips.

Nagasaki Suyo did not break free.

Chapter 100 Final preparations before the LIVE.

"It's unbelievable! There are only three days left until the live, and you're still going to make major changes to the song."

Shiina Riki crossed her arms, and her long black hair swayed slightly as she turned her head excitedly.

A tense atmosphere suddenly filled the practice room. Uehara Hibiki sat at his keyboard, his fingers tapping the keys lightly, producing sporadic notes.

Then he looked up and gave an apologetic smile.

"There's nothing I can do. When inspiration comes, it's unstoppable. Besides, making the song more perfect is what you're pursuing, Lixi."

"That's different from this."

Takamatsu Deng sat at Uehara Hibiki's feet, and waited until his intense breathing from singing calmed down before he slowly spoke.

"I'm sorry, I can't fully reproduce what Hibiki is thinking..."

"It's not the lamp's fault."

Shiina Riki immediately interrupted her, and the value of single-handedly pushing people was once again confirmed.

"The lights' song is perfect, it's all just someone being too picky."

Shiina Tatsuki was right on that point. Of the songs scheduled for the live performance, only "Wolf Night"—"Outsider"—had lyrics written by Uehara Hibiki. While Tomo resonated with the lyrics, the result was only a 9 out of 10, a point shy of the perfect 10 that Uehara had envisioned.

After all, you can't force someone like Gao Songdeng to become "crazy".

But last night, while singing Happy Birthday to Suzuya, Uehara Hibiki suddenly had an idea. The voice of the popular idol Mikado Hatsuka came to mind—that sweet yet powerful voice was exactly what he was looking for. Even more coincidentally, he had just drawn the "Singing Level 3" skill from Hatsuka's card pool, which undoubtedly gave him an opportunity.

Although Uehara Hibiki does not have the talent like Deng to use songs as a cry of his inner voice, he still has the desire to express himself in the songs he writes.

In other words, only in the song Night of the Wolf can he sing it with the same effect as the lights.

If the two of them sing together again...

Inspired by a burst of inspiration, he changed the song from a solo by Deng to a male and female chorus overnight.

"So, do you want to listen to me sing a few lines first?"

Uehara Hibiki did not give anyone time to refuse. His fingers slid smoothly across the keys, playing a gorgeous interlude.

What followed was his singing voice, which was different from the lights. It was full of "madness" and "arrogance", despising everything, but also actively leading everyone to continue fighting.

This was the first time he sang in the practice room, apart from the harmony. Aine and Deng, who knew his real singing ability, were both shocked.

"Hibiki? Is this really sung by you, Hibiki?"

Aiyin's eyes widened, and her long pink hair stood up in shock. She originally thought that Uehara Hibiki was joking, but now this voice?

"Last time at the KTV, you sang so badly!"

"Genius is always full of possibilities. Ever since you, Aine, mocked me in person, I've been determined to give you a shock."

Uehara Hibiki brushed it off without changing his expression and ruffled Deng's hair.

"How's it going, Deng? My singing is pretty good, right?"

Gao Songdeng raised her head, and her original weakness disappeared completely. She entered a state of concentration on music again, and her eyes radiated a strange light.

"It's very different from mine, but it's amazing. The sound is like a real war cry..."

After hearing Uehara Hibiki's singing, the band members naturally had no reason to object. After all, this was the possibility of a more perfect performance.

However, the song change directly affected the stage positioning. In MyGo's original positioning, the front row, which attracted the most attention, was occupied by Aine, Tomo, and Rina, while the back row was occupied by Uehara Hibiki, Motoyo, and Tatsuki. Tomo, as the lead vocalist, stood alone in the center. Now, with the change to a chorus, it would be best for the two to stand side by side. To this end, the keyboard had to be moved forward.

Coincidentally, in Uehara Hibiki's opinion, it was time for him to complete the upgrade of his equipment.

"Just a quick fight."

Uehara Hibiki, who was carrying a huge sum of money of millions, spoke with great ease.

But he clearly underestimated the girls' enthusiasm for shopping, even if it was to buy musical instruments. Under Aiyin's coquettish offensive of "Let's go together", the simple purchase of musical instruments turned into a group outing on MyGo.

Soon, everyone arrived at the Edogawa Musical Instruments Store near the commercial street.

"Oh, Uehara-kun, we meet again!"

Hanazono Tahui peeked out from behind the counter. She was the person in charge today. This senior member of Poppin' Party showed no signs of nervousness about the upcoming live show and continued to work as usual.

"You're about to perform at a live show for the first time. Are you here to buy parts for your instrument?"

"Well, Mr. Garden. I want to buy two keyboards, one is the Roland V-Combo VR-730, and the other is the Keytar. I hope you can recommend one."

He had his own thoughts behind both choices. The former was the same model as Xiangzi's, a bit higher-end than his original keyboard. He had long wanted to buy it, then get it painted in a couple's style, hoping to find an opportunity to sing duets with the soft and nutty Xiaoxiang. As for the Keytar, the official name should be a shoulder-strap keyboard, a powerful stage tool that allows keyboardists to stand front row like guitarists, fully showcasing their stage presence.

"Keytar?"

Huayuan Duohui's eyes lit up.

"How about trying the same model my teammate Arisaki has? The Roland AX-Synth. They're both Roland products, so buying them together can trigger a discount."

It’s actually a discount?

This time I had to buy it.

Returning to the Edogawa Musical Instruments Store and looking at the outrageous numbers on the shelves, Uehara Hibiki realized something again.

Playing music is very expensive.

There is no most expensive, only more expensive.

After he paid the bill generously, the shopping desire of a pink girl in the band was also ignited.

"I! I! I! I want to buy an effects pedal!"

Chihaya Aine suddenly squeezed into Xiang's arms, excitedly took out her mobile phone and showed the pictures she had searched for a long time ago.