Band members, girls with fermented bean curd, step forward!

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Miss Lixi's mind was also in turmoil. The current situation was entirely due to Chen Dadu's persuasion of Aiyin and his forgiveness; otherwise, the situation would likely have been beyond repair.

"It really wasn't the light's fault, since the light was actively protecting Chen."

Aine walked to the hunched lamp, offering it some support.

"So, as the person at the center of this matter, doesn't Ms. Shiina have anything to say to me?"

Aine's gaze shifted to Riki, who was standing to the side. She abandoned all pretense of letting the matter rest.

"Chen Chen's forgiveness shows his magnanimity. As his friend, I still want to seek justice for him."

As Chen was her intended boyfriend, Ai Yin couldn't possibly allow such an unstable element to exist in their band.

She needs a complete guarantee and commitment today, or she'll change the drummer.

Anyway, there are still almost three years of high school left, so whether it's earlier or later isn't a big problem.

After all, her guitar skills are still in the process of rehabilitation, and having such a stressful person in the band is not a good thing. She doesn't want to be stressed every day during practice.

Lixi, called out again, felt her heart grow even heavier. She opened her mouth, but didn't know where to begin. She just kept clenching her fists. Her lower lip was covered in cuts and bruises.

"Aine, Riki..."

The words that the light was about to say were ruthlessly interrupted by Aine.

"Shiina-kun, is there any plan for our band to make a professional debut? As high school students, we started learning instruments out of interest. There's no need for us to make money through the band. Shiina-kun, do you agree with that?"

Lixi nodded silently; she understood this principle.

"So, since our band doesn't have this need, why does Ms. Shiina seem so eager? Completely disregarding other people's opinions, she unilaterally decided to participate in a live performance in such a short time?"

Shouldn't band members understand and tolerate each other? Yet you, li*/n~g/-梦/首*发, so easily said something like "let the other members leave the band."

With each word Aine spoke, Riki's figure slumped lower. She regretted her words the moment they left her lips.

Xiangzi's departure instantly cast a shadow of the band's disbandment over her mind. That guy had told Deng, "Deng is the one who needs the most practice," and then left the band.

Now, is she going to repeat the same mistake? But not by her own volition, but by being kicked out, which seems even worse.

A bitter smile appeared on her face as she interrupted Aine's remaining words.

"Alright, that's enough," she said, her voice trembling as she looked up.

“You’re the one who created the band, you make the decision.” Her voice suddenly became resolute, as if she were prepared for a death sentence.

Ai Yin, who remained silent, lingered on her body, making her feel as tormented as if she were being sentenced in court.

"I apologize to Chen Chen and now swear to everyone in the band that I will never put pressure on anyone because of temporary technical problems of the band members again, and I will never say anything to anyone like asking him to leave the band."

The unexpected words came from Aine, who was looking directly at her, making her feel dizzy for a moment. Her eyes widened, wanting to confirm the truth of Aine's words.

"I don't want to repeat myself. Next time Chenchen comes, you should formally apologize to him in person. Then, make a promise to everyone now, and we'll consider this matter temporarily over."

"Chenchen can forgive you once, but I can't forgive you a second time. Do you understand?"

Aine crossed her arms and treated the drummer, who was heavily guilty, with leniency.

"What's wrong? Do I have to beg you?"

Still in shock, Riki didn't react for a long time, and Aine impatiently urged her on.

"Do you really want me to find a different drummer? Or are you willing to be kicked out of the band?"

Her rapidly rising heart rate reminded her that now was the best opportunity. Su Shi and Akari, standing beside her, were both waiting for her to respond to this not-too-outrageous request. If she didn't seize this opportunity Aine was offering, there would truly be no going back.

Her vocal cords vibrated, emitting the first syllable.

"I, I assure you."

Lixi struggled against her instincts.

"I will no longer speak rudely to others because of their technical problems, nor will I take the initiative to suggest that others leave the team."

She bowed deeply to everyone at a 90-degree angle. Those two short sentences, even after the last syllable, seemed to have exhausted all her strength.

"Lixi! You're really great~"

Su Shi interjected at the opportune moment, saying that since she lived in a duplex high-rise with a view of the sea and river, she naturally had no financial pressure and therefore did not object to Ai Yin's request.

For her, the band was just a tool for finding warmth.

"Lixi, you're amazing!"

The lamp also congratulated Lixi on fulfilling Aine's request.

"Well then~ Aine, look, Riki has promised, so how about we..."

Su Shi turned her gaze to Ai Yin, hoping she would show some leniency.

"Okay, I've recorded it. Next time our band gets together, I'll see you apologize to Chenchen in person, and that'll be the end of it."

Aine gave up there and made no further demands.

Lixi nodded silently and returned to her previous seat.

Today's events had exhausted all her energy; the best outcome had been achieved, and she was no longer able to consider anything more.

"Alright, let's call it a day. Before Chenchen leaves, please have everyone calm down. My criticism is directed at what Ms. Shiina did, not at Ms. Shiina herself. I won't bring this up again after this is resolved. I hope Ms. Shiina will behave well."

Ai-yin announced the disbandment to everyone, slung her guitar bag over her shoulder, and walked out of Ring's doors. Deng raised her hand several times, wanting to stop her, but then lowered it again. Silently looking at her knees...

"Lixi..."

The light's call made Lixi look up. After being gazed upon by the light for a while, she watched it slowly disappear, then lowered her head again.

"Lixi~"

Nagasaki Motoyo's saccharine voice sounded somewhat annoying to her ears.

"Lixi was great today. I believe our band will continue, so Lixi, don't worry too much about it~ After all, Aiyin and Chen have both promised to forgive you."

Li Xi didn't give Su Shi, who had been OMO the entire time, a friendly look. She simply nodded to indicate that she had received her message.

This gentle soul of Crychic seems to be nothing more than a peacemaker, unable to solve any real problems. Her thoughts have already drifted to her next meeting with Chen.

In this situation where it was clearly his fault, he gave her ample face, which directly influenced Aine's decision, allowing her to continue in the band. Even Touka spoke up for him. She no longer knew how to face him.

But since she had made a promise, Ms. Shiina's pride wouldn't allow her to break it.

"Well then, Lixi, I'll head back now."

Seeing that Lixi was still standing there without reacting, Su Shi had no choice but to step out of the ring's threshold herself.

Lixi has fallen to the bottom of the band; unless something major happens, he'll never be able to make a splash again.

Chen, with the support of Ai Yin and Deng, also forgave Li Xi's rudeness.

After Li Xi, his attitude towards Chen will improve significantly.

Su Shi's plan to reorganize Crychic has encountered unprecedented resistance.

Wearing the Moon Forest school uniform, she attracted a lot of attention on the street, with people admiring her perfect smile and poise. However, no one knew what the seemingly gentle Miss Suyo was thinking.

She could only postpone her plans again until she found the right opportunity. She was determined to kick out Chen, and that pink-haired girl who was so aggressive towards Li Xi today, and rebuild their own, eternal Crychic.

I still find inspiration in writing this kind of stuff. Am I actually quite twisted?

Chapter 22 Miss Liang Wants to See More Fun

"Why haven't you left yet?"

After the busy rush of the dining season ended, Chen arrived in front of Ms. Liang, who was lingering in the restaurant, and said in an annoyed tone...

"Oh, because your work is very interesting~"

She raised her hand, like a student being called upon by the teacher to answer a question.

"I think you're just bored and don't have to work, so you want to see me working myself to death. Next time, I'll just assign you to help out in the kitchen. Let's see if you're still so arrogant then."

"Hey~"

Miss Liang started feigning cuteness in an attempt to get away with it.

"Alright, that look you gave me was too obvious. My two seniors think I've run into some strange person and told me to stay away from you in the future."

Who would just lie down at the counter and watch someone cook? This Ms. Liang is a one-in-a-million oddity; she actually managed to endure the strange looks from customers taking orders.

"Let me introduce you to them. The petite one is my keyboard teacher; whether I can continue playing in the band after this depends on her."

In a half-joking tone, Chen introduced the two to Miss Liang in advance.

"That more mature saleswoman, she's the one who got me this job. She's a really nice person. Have you heard Red Ginger's music?"

After receiving an affirmative reply from Ms. Liang, Chen pointed to the two shop assistants.

"Look, they are the red ginger ones. I only found out about them by chance."

Holding Ryosang's arm, Chen led her to the back kitchen and formally introduced Ms. Yamada to Satoshi and Rupa.

"Sister Xiaozhi, Sister Rupa, this is my band's bassist, Ryo Yamada."

"Hmm~ Hello, Ms. Yamada, I'm Rupa. Nice to meet you~ I hope you'll take good care of me in the band from now on~"

He took off his gloves to show goodwill to this Miss Liang.

"I am Ebizuka Tomo."

Satoshi was finding the seemingly eccentric Yamada a bit of a headache; she wasn't used to dealing with this type of person.

"I'm Yamada Ryo, nice to meet you."

Her attention was drawn to how Chen addressed the two men, and how the very mature-looking shop assistant addressed Chen.

Ms. Yamada has never hidden anything from what she wants to know.

"Chen, why do you call them Sister Rupa and Sister Xiaozhi?"

Miss Liang, who thought she had already reaped a great harvest today, was surprised by an even bigger surprise. She was very curious about just how many beautiful girls were in his social circle.

"Didn't I just tell you? Because Sister Xiaozhi and Sister Rupa helped me a lot when I first arrived here, it's not a loss for me to call them 'sisters'?"

Miss Liang was not satisfied with this answer, so she decided to throw out a surprising topic to break the mold and add a touch of excitement to the meeting.

"Could it be that you're actually into older men? No wonder you didn't react much to Aine-san~ Looks like I'll need to tell Hongxia to be on her guard when I get back, and to keep a close eye on the shop manager, so she doesn't end up with another brother-in-law~"

However, this is completely fabricated.

Miss Liang, caught up in the excitement, had completely lost herself in the moment.

"No, Liang? What nonsense are you talking about? When did Manager Xingge get involved with me?"

"W-What?! An older man fetish?!" This was the shocked Xiao Zhi's reaction.

"Hmm? Who's Miss Aine? Little brother, have you met a new girl outside?"

This is Rupa, whose smile suddenly seems a little dangerous.

"No, Aine is just my classmate. Also, Ryo, I have no comment on my personal preferences at the moment."

"Hmm~ This afternoon, Miss Aine really defended Chen in front of others~ He even sent me away to talk to her alone. When Miss Aine came back, she looked so shy~"

"Ah, he and that Miss Ai Yin also formed a band~ Waaah, because of that band, Chen's activities in our band have been greatly hindered. I'm starting to worry about our band's future."

Miss Liang wiped her eyes with her sleeve, feigning tears as if she were a victim.

As expected of Miss Liang, her ability to stir up trouble and create amusement is first-rate, plunging the entire kitchen into chaos because of her astonishing words.

"Little brother, you can't be so fickle when it comes to forming a band! Besides, do you really have that much time? You need to think this through carefully!"

This is Rupa's advice.

"Is this...is this what it means to have your cake and eat it too?"

Ash's CPU has crashed; it can't process external information and is only thinking on instinct.

Bad things, or rather, unexpected events, often happen in clusters. The blond drunkard finished his day's work and wanted to be filled with something white by someone he cared about.

"Chen~ I'm exhausted! Quickly make me a beef rice bowl, I want to treat myself. Let's go back together later~ I'm free tomorrow morning, so I can't waste tonight~ I'm going to have a few drinks!"

"Wow, so you really are into older men, and it sounds like you're even living together?"

Miss Liang muttered to herself, it was her turn to brainstorm about the current situation.

An eerie silence fell over the room. Miss Liang and Momoka, who had just entered, stared at each other, both puzzled as to why an unfamiliar person had suddenly appeared beside Chen.

After Momoka and Ryo-san finished exchanging glances, they both turned their gazes toward Chen.

"Explain yourself, Chen."