If I don't capture the girl, I will die

Ji Qi didn't think too much about it. He just simply found a song that both of them were familiar with.

Moreover, due to lack of practice, his piano skills have indeed declined a bit.

Well, just a little bit really.

The system displays 89.

It turns out to be 90.

What is it if not a little bit?

Maki nodded slightly, temporarily putting aside these random thoughts.

The slender fingers were placed on the piano keys.

Neither of them had any music scores in front of them, nor did they need them.

"It's about to begin."

Behind the two men, the girls who were either sitting or standing might have been infected by this atmosphere and became inexplicably nervous.

In front of the piano, these two people revealed a different side of themselves than usual.

——That is the change in a person’s entire temperament.

In front of the piano, which was spotless and looked very elegant and sacred, the two looked at each other.

The musical connection between them caused Maki to completely let go of her shyness.

next second.

Each of them had one hand, the same slender fingers, and they touched the piano keys in the same way.

A beautiful and melodious melody leaps out from the black and white piano keys.

Like graceful butterflies dancing, echoing throughout the room.

Melodious and melodious.

Even though they were mentally prepared, Nan Qinli and the others were still completely attracted by the lively piano music.

Maybe girls who grew up in ordinary families like Yazawa Nico, Kousaka Honoka, and Hoshizora Rin don’t have much feeling about it, and just think it sounds nice, but it’s different for Sonoda Umi and Minami Kotonari.

One of them is the daughter of a school director, and the other is a girl who grew up in a traditional dojo. Although she can't play the piano, she still has some appreciation ability.

Now when I hear them playing, I am a little surprised for a moment.

They thought Maki played the piano so well, after all, she was a girl they had known for a long time. But Jiqi, who gave them the impression of being a friendly and easy-going boy next door, was actually...

In their sight, the two people with extraordinary temperament had an indescribable flavor under the setting sun shining in from the window.

As the fingertips continued to move, smooth and gentle melodies rang out in the room.

At the beginning, Zhen Ji was somewhat uncomfortable. In addition, Ji Qi had not touched the zither for a long time, so the cooperation between the two was also awkward.

But after just a short while, this state disappeared.

Instead, there is tacit understanding and enjoyment.

Maki narrowed her eyes slightly, and her eyebrows and lips formed a happy arc.

This was another side they had never seen before.

All artistic performances have one thing in common.

When the performer plays with emotion, if the audience listens carefully, they will be immersed in that strange and colorful world along with the performer.

This is what is happening to Nan Qinli and the others now.

The faint, warm and gentle piano sound lingers in my ears, beats in my heart, and leaves a lingering echo.

……

Chapter 275 A tacit understanding

Both of them were very familiar with this piece of music. And compared to those difficult classic pieces, this one was much simpler. Therefore, neither of them had any pressure or difficulty playing it.

The scales of their performances were smooth and the timbre was standard. What was even more rare was that they brought in emotions. They were outstanding in every aspect.

The only thing that could go wrong is coordination.

But I don’t know if it was because Ji Qi’s talent in music was too strong or what, but there were inevitably some problems when they first started playing together. But then with Ji Qi’s active cooperation, the two of them played together perfectly and smoothly, as if it was a match made in heaven.

Maki can best appreciate this wonderful feeling.

Every time, the other party pressed the keys just right, either playing together with her or transferring the notes.

At this moment, musical communication is enough to express one's feelings and thoughts, and there is no need to communicate in any other way.

This is undoubtedly a unique way that belongs to both of them.

"These two seem to be a perfect match."

Sonoda Umi looked at them immersed in another world and sighed slightly.

Even the slightly unapproachable Maki, who has an overly proud personality, would show such an expression...

It's really rare.

The others nodded in agreement.

When the song ended, Umi Sonoda subconsciously clapped her hands. Under the guidance of her parents, she had listened to many piano concerts, many of which were performed by real piano masters. However, she now felt that the two of them were not much inferior to her.

Of course, both Ji Qi and Zhen Ji had been exposed to piano for a short time compared to those masters, and they were not as good as them. There must be a bonus of friendship. But she believed that the most important thing about music was that it was full of emotion.

It's just like the emotion they have when they have a concert or shoot a PV.

Hearing the applause, Maki blinked her eyes, with a look on her face that said, "Is that all?"

"It sounds really nice!" For a moment, Kousaka Honoka could only express her praise in this simple way.

Nan Qinli smiled softly and said, "The two of you work together very well."

"Senior and Maki-chan are both amazing..."

"It's just so-so! I'm barely qualified as an idol!"

Yazawa Nicole crossed her arms, turned her head away and snorted. During this time, she quietly opened her eyes and looked at them, and found that no one cared about her...

While everyone was discussing this, Ji Qi, who hadn't touched the piano for a long time, also relaxed.

At least I didn't embarrass myself.

If there is any talent or specialty he has, it is only music.

Beside him, Maki's little head was very close to him. Her delicate nose, tender cherry lips, crystal white skin, eyes full of emotion, all of these entered his field of vision in close-up.

A faint fragrance fills the nose.

There is no doubt that whether in appearance or personality, Maki is not inferior to any girl around him.

Why did I suddenly think of this...

Ji Qi shook his head. Seeing Zhen Ji who seemed a little disappointed, he smiled and said, "Xi Mu Ye, do you want to sing another song?"

Whether in his past life or now, he likes piano. There is no doubt about that. He could only envy others before, but now it is a habit.

While speaking, he also took the time to look at the system.

It’s still 89 for now.

Maki lowered her head, staring at her toes, and said proudly, "I, I can do whatever I want."

Seeing her attitude, Ji Qi held his cheek with his hand and said, "What should I play next..."

Anyway, the audience only has a few familiar people, so as long as I have fun, it doesn’t matter what I play.

Their level is more than enough.

After discussing the next song with Maki, he continued to play with Maki a few times, and the two of them became more and more in tune with each other. His music points also recovered to 90 successfully.

As a listener, the girl of Muse is also a satisfying book.

It was clearly a celebration party but it turned out to be so weird. Should we say that they are a group of energetic and carefree girls...

Maki pressed her fingers lightly on the last note before she breathed a sigh of relief.

The melody is full of the gentleness that is usually hidden under the tsundere appearance, and...

The meaning is still unfinished.

This kind of performance is a very novel experience for her, who has been performing by herself for ten years.

Outside the window, it's getting dark.

Ji Qi, who had taken a short break, observed this, stood up, stretched, and said, "Let's stop here for today's performance. By the way, can we have the celebration party? When will your parents come back?"

Is it so late already?

Looking at the thick dusk, Maki narrowed her eyes, "Probably about two hours..."

Yes, whether it is the weekend or weekdays, her parents basically come back at this time.

Only later, rarely earlier.

She's used to it.

As for the question of whether her parents will meet senior Nan Qinli and the others, since Maki has agreed to let them come to her home, she won't care about this issue.

It’s just… about the campus idol…

Her parents don't know yet.

Should I tell them and keep it a secret for myself?

She didn't mean to hide it from her parents, or she didn't want to tell them.

But...

She has some idea about her conservative parents' impression of idols.

When she thought of this, facing the laughter of her friends, Maki's face became more gloomy.

Sonoda Umi said with a dignified smile on her face, "It's almost time for us to leave. It would be bad if we disturbed my uncle and aunt."

"As for the celebration banquet... didn't it end successfully?"

All the girls looked at Himechi and Maki who were standing next to the piano.

Nan Qinli brushed her bangs slightly and said, "Indeed. This unique celebration party is very much in the style of our muse."

"That's right, meow—"

"I also want to listen to Maki-chan and Hime Nana-kun playing the piano~" Kousaka Honoka did not hide her admiration for Maki at all.

"Let's wait until the next opportunity comes."

Ji Qi shrugged. To be honest, he didn't hate playing the piano with Maki. Rather, he was very happy because this was Maki. This was something he would never have dared to dream of before.

A group of people left Maki's room, talking and laughing.

Arrived at the door of the villa.

Ji Qi, who was about to say goodbye to them, suddenly noticed that Zhen Ji seemed to be worried about something.

what happened?

Didn’t you look very happy just now?

Ji Qi was a little confused about Zhenji, who was not good at hiding her feelings in front of her friends.

While Nan Qinli and the others were chatting, Ji Qi came over and asked with concern: "Xi Muye, what happened?"

The voice that appeared in her ear startled Maki. She took a step back, with two cute blushes on her face, and stammered, "No, it's okay."

"Really? That's good. But...if you really encounter any difficulties and are embarrassed to tell others, just tell me via text message or phone."

Ji Qi smiled and didn't ask too many questions, but made this suggestion. Zhenji's absent-minded look was too obvious.

I don't know if it's a personal thing or a team thing...

"Yes, I will, Senior."

Maki nodded, feeling a little warm inside at the very reliable and safe boy in front of her.