A guide to survival in a heavy girl's world

"I want to speed up the progress of our band activities a little before Chuhua officially starts working on [TGC]."

“【TGC】!”

When Yutenji Wakami heard this name, his eyes suddenly lit up.

For this beauty blogger with extraordinary taste, she would certainly not miss such an important event as [TGC].

In fact, if the current atmosphere and occasion did not allow it, she would have immediately taken out her cell phone to pester Sanjiao Chuhua, and immediately record a video with her about the [TGC] intelligence and upload it to the channel.

However, considering that this was her first official activity after joining Ave Mujica, and she was unsure whether Chu Hua would allow her to do such an obvious "hotshot" behavior, she finally stayed in her seat very honestly and asked politely:

"[TGC] will be held in September, right? So when will Chuhua officially start participating in related work?"

"Probably mid-August. Once the joint exhibition is complete and the participating brands are decided, we should start pre-promotion and rehearsals."

Sanjiao Chuhua answered truthfully.

"In fact, the firm has already started arranging catwalk lessons for me."

And Toyokawa Shoko then continued:

"That's right, so my next plan is to officially release this song and directly announce its mainstream debut before Chuhua devotes herself to [TGC]."

“…Huh?!”

Yutenji Wakamai couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

"Let me calculate. It's almost June. If it's before mid-August... two and a half months. Just with one song? A mainstream debut?"

Although Yutenji Wakami doesn't know much about the music industry, it's a bit too ambitious to announce her mainstream debut based on just one song.

However, just as she was about to continue expressing her doubts and concerns, she immediately noticed that Mikado Hatsuka and Wakaba Mutsu were both extremely indifferent, as if they had no doubts about Toyokawa Shoko's goal at all...

"I understand that my plan may seem a bit too radical and optimistic to Ms. Yutenji. But I think once you listen to this demo, you'll understand that what I say is no joke or empty talk."

Toyokawa Shoko's tone was filled with certainty and confidence that Yutenji Wakami had no way of questioning.

"Well then, please listen carefully to our first original song [Ave Mujica]—"

"[Nemo]"

97

Chapter 97: The beauty blogger is sweating profusely.

"Hey...are you kidding me..."

Yutenji Wakamugi looked at Toyokawa Shoko in front of him with shock.

"Did you really compose this song, Xiangzi?"

"Well, that's right."

In response to Yutenji Wakami's question, Toyokawa Shoko tilted her head in confusion.

"is there a problem?"

"No, no, no, should I say it's a problem, or should I say I can't believe it..."

Yutenji Wakamugi once again picked up the phone on the table and pressed the play button again.

"This style... no matter how you listen to it, it's a little too mature, right?! A high school student writing his own metal music? Is that really possible?"

"Based solely on the style of this song, it should be called gothic metal."

Toyokawa Shoko corrected:

"This is exactly the musical style of our [Ave Mujica] in the early days, mainly gothic metal and folk metal, and later supplemented with narrative lyrics and a certain amount of stage performance to build a worldview that is unique to us... Of course, if possible, I would also like to try writing symphonic metal in the future, provided that by then we have enough funds to hire symphony musicians."

This is how Shoko Toyokawa expressed her plan.

"Speaking of this song, the drum arrangement should be quite user-friendly for Ms. Yutenji, who has just started. However, for the lead singer and guitarist, both the difficulty and technical requirements are higher than those of an average band."

After saying that, she looked at Sanjiao Chuhua on the other side who also showed a hint of surprise.

"How about it, Chuhua? Judging from the melody and structure, this song should meet the standards for a mainstream debut, right?"

"It's more than just a mainstream debut... This song is mature enough to be sold to professional metal bands overseas."

Sanjiao Chuhua commented in amazement:

"By the way, if I'm not mistaken, the way this song is sung... I'm afraid it's also very particular, right?"

"Well, for now, I'm going with a classical singing style similar to a musical."

"Haha...it's quite impressive as our band's debut song."

Upon hearing such an outrageous request, Sanjiao Chuhua's reaction was not resistance or uneasiness, but a sigh as if he had expected it.

"I understand. I will intensify my bel canto training in the near future."

"Well, please, Chuhua."

Toyokawa Shoko cast her trustful gaze on Sanjiao Hatsuka.

"It's because you're the lead singer that I chose such a bold arrangement."

"I know. I saw this when you wrote [アイドル]..."

Sanjiao Chuhua said in a joking tone:

“As a creator and a leader, you’re really good at extracting the potential from others.”

"After all, my goal is to make this band the best commercial band in Japan. To achieve this goal, I have to put you guys in a bit of a difficult position."

Toyokawa Shoko said without changing her expression:

"Next is Mu. Since the initial development of this song will focus on the singing, your task will be quite difficult."

"Well...I have no problem."

Wakaba Mu nodded expressionlessly.

"But, leaving aside the bass, what about the rhythm guitar and the violin part of the accompaniment?"

"We can only poach people from next door."

Toyokawa Shoko spread her hands.

"Fortunately, Sushi has a reliable string instrument foundation, and that Kaname Lenai-san is also quite good."

"..."

Ruoye Mu, who also knew the level of these two people, nodded with confidence.

"So...should I be the one to tell Su Shi and the others?"

"No, as the arranger and leader of this band, I will personally ask [MyGO!!!!]"

"From the band."

It was a matter of business. Although she had decided not to look back on the CRYCHIC incident, Shoko Toyokawa, who had already decided to take full responsibility, was not so embarrassed as to lose face.

"As for the bassist... I plan to search various livehouses in the near future to see if there is anyone who meets our requirements and standards—"

"Ah, about that."

Suddenly, Sanjiao Chuhua interrupted:

"There's a bassist in our class who's pretty close to Lixi."

"kindness?"

Hearing this, Toyokawa Shoko immediately showed an expression of great interest.

"what is her name?"

"Hachiman Kairin, I haven't spoken to her much, so I'm not really sure about her specific level, but according to other classmates, she seems to be currently serving as a support musician in about ten bands. She's a 'mercenary' that everyone trusts."

"...backup musicians for a dozen or so bands?"

This description, which seemed a bit exaggerated at first glance, immediately attracted Shoko Toyokawa's curiosity.

"An average bassist wouldn't be able to play supporting roles in so many bands, and this number is enough to show that she can handle a variety of different musical styles."

The more Shoko Toyokawa thought about it, the more excited she felt, so she nodded immediately.

"I understand. I'll ask Riki to get to know Hachiman-san a little better."

"Then I'll leave it to you~"

In this way, as everyone continued to discuss, the problems were solved one after another...

Only Yutenji Wakamu was still in deep shock and could never recover.

(Wait, wait, wait, wait, what are these kids talking about? Gothic metal? Stage play? Symphony? Is this really something a group of high school girls should be doing?)

(Also, isn't aiming to be Japan's leading commercial band a bit too high? Well, there's already a leading popular idol here, but do you guys consider whether my level can keep up with your ambitions?!)

If an ordinary high school student had talked about such a lofty goal, she would have sneered and regarded it as bragging and a joke. However, after actually listening to the incredibly shocking demo and considering the identities and backgrounds of the girls in front of her, she knew that this was no simple joke no matter how she thought about it.

Thinking of this, Yutenji Wakamu felt an indescribable sense of guilt and heaviness surge in his heart.

She's just a new drummer who joined the drums just to add some buzz to her channel! Even with her intriguing ability to be ambidextrous, her skill level is still just amateur...

Although she can still imagine how much traffic revenue she will gain by riding on Chuhua's popularity, what should she do if the band's activities really develop to a certain level in the future and she holds them back because of her lack of skills?

Will she be attacked by Chuhua's fans, or will she be kicked out of the band?

Just thinking about that future, Yutenji Wakami started sweating profusely.

At the same time, Toyokawa Shoko suddenly turned the topic back to her——

"Miss Youtenji."

"Yes Yes!"

Yutenji Wakamugi straightened up subconsciously.

"Is there a problem?"

"That's all for now about the band. Next, I want to talk about the promotion for a clothing brand that Mu mentioned to you before."

Toyokawa Shoko said:

"Please tell me when you're free. I'd like to take you to meet the brand's founder, who is also the core of our band—Chihaya Tetsuya."

"……Yes."

Hearing the name of this "behind-the-scenes boss" whose status was even higher than the girls in front of her, Yutenji Wakamu could only nod nervously.

"Then let's schedule it for this week... oh no, next weekend, please."

Beauty blogger Yutenji Wakamugi is under a lot of pressure at the moment.

98

Chapter 98: The ideal gradually becomes clear.

After ordering the first batch of fabrics needed for this trip, Chihaya Tetsuya did not rush back home. Instead, according to the prior agreement, he went to the Sakura Mansion, which he had not visited for some time.

The reason he went here was naturally related to the joint exhibition in August...

In other words, it has something to do with the person who made this joint exhibition possible.

“These are Jean’s representative designs.”

In the reception room, head maid Yamabuki handed Chihaya Tetsuya several pre-arranged design drawings from Jean-Pierre Stanley.

"Once you've seen this, you should be able to understand... what kind of designer Jean is."

"Ok."

Chihaya Tetsuya nodded after hearing this, then took the design drawings and examined them carefully.

"..."

As Chihaya Tetsuya continued to read and analyze in depth, his expression gradually changed from initial seriousness to shock and awe.

It was not until he put down the last design drawing that he looked up at the head maid Yamabuki in a daze.

"Excuse me...Mr. Rang, how old are you this year?"

"Let him? He's 27 this year."