A guide to survival in a heavy girl's world

"what……"

Facing Hoshino Ai's sharp eyes, filled with a desire for destruction, Toyokawa Shoko suddenly realized that what she had just said was no empty talk. If she really took the initiative to tell Hoshino Ai about these things, she would also be seen as a nuisance for meddling in other people's affairs...

In other words, her decision to turn back not only led to the creation of this song, but also avoided a rather terrible bad ending?

But then again, since Hoshino Ai's recent series of dangerous statements all seemed to be based on that "if," what about now?

"Anyway, I already know what's going on with the song between you and Chuhua, so let's leave it at that for today."

While Toyokawa Shoko was still confused about Hoshino Ai's current position, Hoshino Ai had already put on her disguise hat again.

"At least for the next period of time, let's work hard for Zhe together, Toyokawa Shoko."

After saying that, without caring about Toyokawa Shoko's response, Hoshino Ai just left the recording studio, leaving Toyokawa Shoko alone to stare at the back in a daze.

"Together?"

What does this "together" refer to? Is this person still planning to expose herself during the May live show? And has she given up on her revenge against Di Yeqing?

"I really don't understand what this guy is thinking... ahem."

However, even though she said that, thinking that she seemed to have almost reached the same level of thinking as her, Toyokawa Shoko couldn't help but cough lightly with guilt.

"Let's continue composing..."

In order not to become a dangerous person like Hoshino Ai, she will have to continue to work hard.

and……

"Is this a song that matches Chihaya-san's costume?"

When Toyokawa Shoko recalled these words, she suddenly felt a fighting spirit inexplicably ignited in her heart.

At this time, news from Sanjiao Chuhua also came.

[Xiangzi, regarding the new song, I have a new idea! ]

"Just in time."

In order to make this live performance the first step for Chihaya to realize her dream, she decided to offer a passion that is no less than that of Hoshino Ai.

……

To some extent, Shoko Toyokawa and Ai Hoshino are indeed two very close people.

58

Chapter 58: A business trip that cannot be known to the outside world.

After that, three more days passed.

According to Watanabe Agency's plan, to ensure the live performance was flawless, the Summer Zodiac duo needed to travel to the live venue with their manager in advance and discuss the specific performance details with the staff. While they should have been preparing a month in advance, the two new songs and Chihaya Tetsuya's costumes were still unfinished, so other guest performers had to conduct pre-rehearsals.

Meanwhile, with the costumes and music already arranged, Summer Zodiac was finally about to depart for Yokohama.

"I didn't expect that this time it would be Miss Higuchi who would drive us herself."

Sanjiao Chuhua said in surprise:

"And you used your own car... you were using the office car before, weren't you?"

"Because of your two famous names and the huge attention this live show has received, even the slightest disturbance will alert the media."

Agent Higuchi explained:

"But fortunately, they only have information about our office's buses. They haven't yet gotten hold of our private cars. So, at least we don't have to worry about being harassed until the end of this live show."

"Eh...it's okay even if I get tangled up, right?"

Hoshino Ai looked around the car and said in a nonchalant tone:

"Anyway, the specific procedures for the live show haven't been finalized yet, so there's nothing we can't reveal, right? Answering a few of their questions might calm them down a bit."

"Something that cannot be revealed..."

Higuchi heard this and curled his lips slightly, a rare occurrence. Then he glanced at the two people in the back seat through the rearview mirror.

“This time, it really happened.”

“Huh?” ×2.

The two of them showed extremely confused expressions.

At the same time, Higuchi first raised his wrist to look at his watch, then whispered:

"Well, it's about time."

As soon as she finished speaking, the two people in the back seat suddenly saw a familiar figure looking around at the license plates of other vehicles while slowly moving forward.

"Zhe!?"

"Mr. Tetsuya!?"

As the two people exclaimed loudly enough to be heard outside the car, Chihaya Tetsu also noticed this side.

At this moment, the two finally understood what the agent meant by "something that cannot be disclosed"...

...One day ago...

[This costume is also quite amazing, Chihaya-kun.]

After Chihaya Tetsuya asked Sankaku Hatsuka to deliver the costumes for this performance, President Watanabe contacted him personally again.

According to Chu Hua, you seem to be using a new material that you've only started using gradually over the past two years... Have you tested its specific stage effects in advance?

"I've done lighting experiments many times, but as for stage effects... unfortunately, I don't have the conditions for such tests."

Chihaya Tetsuya said:

"But please rest assured, if the result is not good, I only need half a day to complete the tailoring. Even if I remove the luminous fiber part, this garment will still be my masterpiece."

[I see. Then it seems necessary to carefully check the specific effects during this rehearsal.]

President Watanabe said:

[While I personally like this dress, I may have to delay the final payment until I can fully confirm the effect.]

Having said this, he paused for a moment before continuing:

[After all, this is a high-end performance costume.]

"Uh...I'm really sorry about this."

Even though the other party personally promised to give him full control over the clothing design, the two unnegotiated haute couture designs did make people feel that it was deliberate.

However, this time, although he felt a little guilty, he would not ask for a reduction in compensation like he did last time.

"It may sound like I'm bragging, but I still think this outfit is absolutely necessary for Chuhua... or for both of them."

Even when facing the powerful President Watanabe, Chihaya Tetsuya's tone remained firm.

"Please believe me, the simultaneous appearance of these two costumes on stage will definitely bring even more buzz to Summer Zodiac than last time! And Chuhua will also prove her potential and talent to you through this live performance!"

Due to his self-esteem and persistence as a creator, as well as his trust in Sanjiao Chuhua, he gained the courage to make this unfounded judgment.

Even if it would cause suspicion or even resentment from the other party, he would never regret expressing his opinion.

[Yes, I know.]

However, contrary to Chihaya Tetsuya's expectations, the other party's tone did not show any doubt about him.

"I've been very aware of Chuhua's potential and talent ever since she joined my agency. So, I'm also looking forward to her expression on stage after she puts on this costume, but..."

"only?"

"According to my agent, to fully realize the charm of this costume, it seems that we need to use some stage lighting effects. Do you have any specific lighting plans that we can consider?"

“Eh!? This, this…”

Faced with such a question that was beyond his professional field, Chihaya Tetsuya immediately showed an extremely confused expression.

"I'm sorry, I've basically only considered the changes in light and dark, as well as specific plans. Since I don't know much about stage lighting, I can't offer any appropriate advice."

【But at least when you designed it, did you consider what the best effect would be? 】

"Yes."

Chihaya Tetsuya nodded.

"In fact, I did draw a corresponding comparison chart in the design and production instructions. If you need it -"

[Well, although I do know a thing or two about costumes, it's still a bit too much for me to just read the production instructions...]

President Watanabe pondered for a moment, then suddenly clapped his hands and said, as if a good idea had struck him:

"By the way, Chihaya-kun, since you value Hatsuka and this costume so much, can I ask you for a favor?"

"what's up?"

[In order to cooperate with the lighting engineer to develop a lighting plan, and also to make immediate adjustments to the costumes on the spot. This time, please follow the two children to Yokohama.]

In the midst of Chihaya Tetsuya's unexpected surprise, President Watanabe said:

[Of course, your accommodation and travel expenses will all be reimbursed by our firm, and I will also inform Ms. Hasegawa of the reason for your business trip.]

What do you think?

59

Chapter 59: Who is the “bait”? Who is the “beast”?

"The live venue this time is K-Arena, which can accommodate over 10,000 people. Both the lighting and the stage design required very rigorous calculations and rehearsals to ensure the perfect result."

While driving, the agent explained to Chihaya Tetsuya:

"Because the president and I both believe that the visual effect of this costume will largely determine the upper limit of this live, we have specially troubled you to attend the rehearsal with us. Please forgive us if this disrupts your original plans."

"You're welcome. After all, this also concerns my own work and design concepts, so it's not really a big deal."

Chihaya Tetsuya waved his hands repeatedly and said:

"only……"

"Just what?"

"Why... do you want me to sit here?"

Chihaya Tetsuya, who was sandwiched between Mikado Hatsuka and Hoshino Ai, asked in an extremely difficult voice:

"At a time like this, no matter how you think about it, I should be allowed to sit in the passenger seat..."

"Hmm? Any questions?"

After hearing Chihaya Tetsuya's question, the agent couldn't help but raise an eyebrow in surprise:

"Although there are indeed three of you sitting together, considering your three body sizes, it shouldn't be too crowded."

"That's what I said..."

Chihaya Tetsuya gave a wry smile and glanced at the two people who were clinging to him as if nothing had happened.

Indeed, with the three of them being so slender, even one more person would have been more than enough. But the problem was that instead of keeping their distance, the two of them were very deliberately getting close to him... Especially Hoshino Ai! Not only did she get right up against Chihaya Tetsuya, she even secretly reached behind him, causing him to straighten up unconsciously!

"These two are your company's idols, right? Is it really okay to let them sit with men like this?"

"Yeah, no problem."

The agent said calmly:

"I've heard about your behavior from Hatsuka and Hasegawa a long time ago, so I don't think you would do anything out of line to them. And if I really have to worry about it, it's not you... Ai."

"……kindness?"

"Take your hand back. Don't think I don't know what you are doing."

"what……"

Hoshino Ai withdrew her hand with a look of surprise, which had almost slipped under the hem of Chihaya Tetsuya's shirt.

"Higuchi-san is amazing. She even noticed me while driving!"

"...Humph. Just relying on your little tricks? Stop looking down on me, little girl."

Facing Hoshino Ai's exclamation, the agent just snorted with disdain, and then said to Chihaya Tetsuya: