Will the plagiarism girl be a substitute for the preference for women?

When she wanted to greet others, it was inconvenient for her to approach because the doorway was blocked by Chu Hua and Miao Meng.

However, her vision could still reach beyond the two people's shoulders and see Xiangzi next to the podium behind them.

This person must be the mastermind behind this project.

"Oh, I'm sorry I'm blocking everyone's way." Mana took a step back.

"No way~ Speaking of which, you guys are releasing a new music video, right?" Miaomeng stepped forward and asked.

Mutsu took advantage of the gap left in the doorway, bowed slightly to Mana, and said goodbye.

"Yes, about a week from now," Chuka replied for Mana.

"I'm really looking forward to it!" Miaomeng said, raising her arms slightly. "Then I won't ask you two to reveal the MV's content. Bye-bye~"

"Bye~"

After saying goodbye to Meow Dream, Mana turned around and was about to greet Xiangzi when she saw Hailin standing at the door.

"Oh, Hailing is here too."

On several occasions during Sumimi's live performances, Hailin played bass.

“Your ink…” Hailing whispered beside Chuhua.

She noticed that Chu Hua's sunglasses had fallen off when she got up, but she didn't hand them over directly.

Because in my memory, Chu Hua is not careless, unless she has ulterior motives.

Seeing that Chu Hua shook her head slightly, Hai Ling didn't ask any more questions and instead looked at Mana.

Do you need me to rehearse with you recently?

"I'll tell you when the time comes..."

Mana answered gently, though her speech quickened uncontrollably and her eyes kept glancing into the distance.

China, who was secretly observing from the side, was not sure what Mana's intentions were, but Mana's reason for "just happened to run into" seemed a bit far-fetched.

As one member of a duo, knowing that the other member is going to participate in another band project must have complicated feelings...

If we're just "colleagues," it's hard to say. You're more inclined to participate in other projects, but you also need to take care of the development of our group and not leave me behind.

However, if one values ​​Chu Hua highly, and even develops feelings for her beyond that of a colleague, then...

At this moment, while his teammates provided cover, Xiangzi prepared what he wanted to say and walked towards Qiannai.

Chu Hua and Hai Ling turned to the side after hearing footsteps, allowing Mana and Xiangzi to see each other's full faces.

Both sides maintained harmonious smiles.

“Ms. Mana, we were just discussing a project. Please keep it a secret until the details are officially announced.”

"Haha... I just happened to be passing by and didn't hear what you were discussing. Xiao Chu just told me that there's a project she wants to participate in. Don't worry, I'll keep it a secret."

"Thank you," Xiangzi bowed, "Then I'll take my leave now."

"Goodbye."

Chika breathed a sigh of relief. She had thought Mana would say something like, "Don't make Hatsuka too busy. She has a lot to do in Sumimi too."

It seems that Mana is indeed a cheerful and kind person, just like her character in Sumimi.

...Really?

Wait, they've all left. What should I do next?

Is it better to go out completely covered up with a mask, sunglasses, and hood, say hello, and leave, or to use a safer method?

[Sister, what should I do?] China contacted her via Line.

Xiangzi hesitated for a moment, worried that if she replied, Qiannai's phone might be on silent and give away her whereabouts.

So she took a few steps and turned back, saying, "By the way, I'd like to meet with the costume designer. Could you take me there?"

“Of course,” Chu Hua replied.

Mana watched the two walk together alone and then said, "Oh right, I just remembered there's something I haven't mentioned to the costume designer yet. Let's walk together."

As the three of them left down the left-hand corridor and their footsteps faded into the distance, China slowly stood up and quietly walked toward the door.

"?,This is……"

She noticed a pair of sunglasses that had fallen off the table; they belonged to Chu Hua.

Not long ago, Chu Hua had been wearing it on her collar, but it seemed to be uncomfortable, so she put it on the table.

It's not convenient for China to return it to her right now, so I can only send her a message to remind her later.

Peeking half her head out of the doorway and seeing that none of the three people were in the corridor, she walked towards the stairwell on the right.

As she turned the corner, she saw the green-haired girl standing alone with her hands clasped in front of her lower abdomen.

"Xiao Mu, why didn't you leave?"

Mutsu glanced at Chizuru.

"waiting for you."

"Oh, well... Xiao Xiang went to see the costume designer, so we'll have to wait a little longer."

"It's alright," Mu replied simply.

"Then let's wait outside."

Just to be on the safe side, China didn't plan to stay at the agency for too long.

For famous idols, the agency is one of the few places besides home where they don't have to keep their faces completely covered.

Chika, who goes against the grain in the firm, is undoubtedly very eye-catching.

"Yeah." Mu nodded.

Upon reaching the lobby on the first floor, Chika couldn't help but keep her distance from Harmony.

The so-called safest place is the most dangerous place.

She was afraid that paparazzi might be at the door and use the photo of "Sammy's daughter with a person whose face was completely covered" as material for her article.

But when Mu was a stairwell away from Mu, Mu stopped at the entrance of the stairwell and turned around.

"Go to a quiet place first, and I'll come find you later," Qiannai whispered.

Mu nodded again and walked forward alone.

After her parents took her on variety shows and she became a public figure, she had to proceed with extreme caution to avoid any unforeseen complications.

The most appropriate approach is to follow the pre-set steps, like a wind-up doll.

…………

After a while, following Mutsumi's directions, China arrived at a public bench on a path.

"Do you want to talk about the song I wrote for you?" China sat down next to Mutsu. "I'm writing it now." (Create a new folder)

"Can I take off my mask and sunglasses?"

“…Okay.” Chika did as she was told, and also took off her hood.

Then, Mu didn't say anything else, only occasionally glancing at the slanting sunlight shining through the gaps between the buildings.

"Then I'll wait for Xiao Xiang..." In this quiet atmosphere, Qian Nai didn't know what to say for a moment, and just looked ahead.

Quietly, Mutsu moved her hand from the chair and gently placed it on China's fingers.

Chapter 191 Go for it, Challenger!

Just like Hailin's fingers, when Mutsu's fingers touched the back of China's hand, the latter could feel a smooth layer of keratin.

You've clearly been practicing guitar for quite some time now.

"Thank you for what happened to Xiangzi..." Mu said softly, referring to how Qianna had improved Xiangzi's life and helped her form a band.

That year, she rarely spoke to Xiangzi or Su Shi in the form of proactive physical contact, and she was always more... humble.

What they can't do, they can do for Chika.

This is the impression Mutsumi has of China since her drastic personality change.

He was shrewd, kind-hearted, and quickly accomplished what he wanted to do.

Just like Xiang before...

A year ago, if someone had taken the initiative to touch Chika's hand, it would have certainly surprised and offended her.

Chika said that she was influenced by Sose and that's how she reshaped herself.

A fierce, easily agitated cat suddenly becomes docile, and it wasn't you who tamed her. Touching her at this moment evokes a subtle, unsettling feeling.

The "sin" committed during that rainy season did not earn Su Shi's forgiveness, but he enjoyed the fruits of Su Shi's labor.

Mu had been quiet for too long, and the fluctuations in her emotions had always been only "slight ripples" for too long, forming a habit.

But when she plays heavy metal music alone at home, she becomes deeply immersed in the intense melodies.

Is it family discipline or inner escapism that makes the emotions that should have come out always a step too late, leaving only regret?

In short, Mutsu stopped there. He didn't offer any suggestions for the song China wrote for herself, nor did he ask for anything else. He just stayed silently beside China.

"Hello, Xiao Aiyin?"

At that moment, China answered the phone.

Mu silently turned her head slightly, wondering how long this companionship could last.

"China... um, I really want to rest today, so I'll ask for leave from your guitar training class."

"what?"

China couldn't help but wonder, she hadn't set up a mandatory training plan for Aine, she just called her when she needed a sparring partner.

Fortunately, Aine chose to rest today, so China didn't have to worry about "who to accompany" herself.

"Um, did Xiaodeng come to practice singing with you this afternoon?" Aiyin then asked with some doubt.

"No……"

"Phew..." Ai Yin breathed a long sigh of relief, relieved that everyone was slacking off.

Chika seemed to sense Aine's feelings and remembered her promise to Riki, so she encouraged Aine to practice even harder.

Li Xi reciprocated with great effort, analyzing the song overnight and creating a document to send to himself.

As for its usefulness... I guess it's useful when you're creating an original song.

In any case, from a human perspective, China also has to put in the corresponding effort to improve Aine's level, so she has to take care of both.

Even the world's top celebrities are troubled by interpersonal relationships.

China looked up and saw the original owner of the body standing in front of her, blocking the setting sun.

Not only Riki, but Aine herself was also the one who shouted "I'm willing to protect you," a person like a ray of light...

Then you really should pull her out of this misery of the band.

??ah?

The original owner chuckled and disappeared from sight.

"China, are you still there?"

"Ah, I'm here." China came back to her senses.

"I'm sorry..." Ai Yin said, rubbing her hands together in distress. "My attitude towards practice has really let you down after teaching me like this."

"That's not true."

"Hmm..." It was precisely because she knew that China wouldn't care that much and would forgive her in a gentle tone that Aine felt at ease to apologize.

In front of gentle people, apologizing and admitting shortcomings becomes a way of belittling and relieving one's own problems;

For strict people, the response is always, "I've already tried my best to practice!"

Do I really have to be this strange person just to stand out in that one live performance?

Having already given up on studying abroad, is he now going to turn back halfway through in the band?

Aine sometimes hesitates, and now China is also confused by the original owner's sudden remark.