lcionline Chapter 84 Before Going on Stage
Chapter 84 Before Going on Stage
Saturday one week later.
evening.
Even though Bai Qiu's arrival brought forward the end of the band's performance time.
Even if the weather forecast shows sunny and cloudy skies.
this day.
The torrential rain continued to pour down from the sky.
Raindrops pattered on the ground.
The stars in the basement.
He seemed much more depressed than usual.
Miss Pa braved the wind and rain and finally arrived at the starry sky, where she hung her umbrella and raincoat to dry.
She took out a towel to wipe the water off her hair.
Beside her, Ijichi Seika lay listlessly on the bar.
Miss Pa glanced at the teru teru bozu (a Japanese doll-shaped ornament) hanging above the bar.
Without looking up, as if she had eyes in the back of her head, she said, "What Nijika and the others made, the teru teru bozu actually doesn't do much good."
Miss Pa nodded and sighed.
"With such terrible weather, even people might not come to buy tickets."
"I hope they won't feel bad because there aren't many customers."
"He practiced so hard, it's so pitiful."
Ijichi Seika remained lying down, her tone somewhat dejected:
"Whenever you play in a band, you're bound to run into a bunch of bad things."
"No matter what difficulties you encounter, you must adjust your mindset and strive to overcome them."
Miss Pa comforted her, saying, "I have a handkerchief here."
She noticed that the store manager's voice sounded like it was about to cry; could he be crying?
"go away!"
Xingge stubbornly insisted.
She felt somewhat guilty at that moment.
The face hidden under her arms was filled with sorrow and self-reproach.
She arranged for the closing band to be the first to go on stage.
Good intentions led to bad results.
Originally, considering that there would be the most guests tonight, the goal was to help the band gain more fame by the end of the night.
They arranged for the closing band to be the first to perform as the opening act.
However, the rain made it difficult for the first person to go on stage.
There are hardly any customers in the shop right now.
If I go on stage later, maybe the rain will stop.
The order of appearance cannot be changed at this point.
This is unfair to other bands.
Even if he secretly favored ending the band, Xingge would not have done such a thing.
Ichi Seika looked at the group of people in the corner.
Hopefully, it won't be too much of a blow to them.
A table in the corner.
Except for Bai Qiu.
The girls all looked slightly frustrated and uneasy.
Hongxia could only manage a forced smile and try to encourage everyone.
Ryoya Yamada lay on the table and said, "Let's start a live stream now, just like a live show without any viewers."
Hongxia forced a smile. "No, there are still a few guests who have arrived."
Not to mention Goto Ichiri, who was already gloomy.
Although there were fewer spectators, it also meant fewer eyes were focused on her.
This is good news for her.
But this is not good news for ending the band's efforts so far.
Bai Qiu looked at Xi Duo one last time and sighed.
Hey!
Even Kita, who is usually the most dazzling, has succumbed?
Kita said dejectedly, "My friends all said they're not coming."
Hongxia nodded, "Me too."
"Relax," Bai Qiu said. "Our rehearsal went very smoothly, didn't it?"
"Yili, you've been through roadshows before."
"As long as Hongxia and Liang work well together, it will be fine."
"Kita focuses on singing."
"As for the audience, fewer is fine."
Bai Qiu's words had some effect, and the girls' eyes lit up a little.
However, it is often at this time.
The one who looks the most normal and relaxed.
In their eyes, he was actually the most nervous one.
Even Goto Ichiri couldn't help but say, "Bai Qiu-kun, you should relax a bit too."
"Qiu-jun, you don't have to push yourself!" Hongxia comforted her.
Even Ichika thought so, and said to Shiraaki, "You just need to perform normally."
"I'm very relaxed."
Bai Qiu felt helpless.
There might be some ripples after the band's performance ends.
But the outcome will definitely be a big win!
"Okay, okay, you're not nervous." Hongxia thoughtfully handed her a glass of water, as if coaxing a child. "Qiu-jun, have some water and calm down."
Bai Qiu opened her eyes wide and subconsciously took the water glass.
What is this!
So he gave up.
Just wait patiently for your turn on stage.
At this time.
Bai Qiu received messages from the girls in the Light Music Club's group chat.
Miss Kotobuki had her family driver bring the members of the Light Music Club.
We're almost at the door.
Under the watchful eye of Ijichi Hoshika, Hakushu led the four girls from the Light Music Club into the Starry Sky.
Despite the bad weather,
But the girls from the Light Music Club, gathered together, didn't lose their smiles.
Their arrival dispelled much of the gloom.
Yui Hirasawa is fascinated by everything about the stars.
"Xiao Qiu, so this is the livehouse."
"I also want to perform on stage."
“There will be an opportunity,” Bai Qiu told her.
Kotobuki Tsumugi blinked her big eyes, observing the stars.
So this is where ordinary people watch performances.
Mio and Ritsu, having previous experience in livehouses, were much calmer.
Later, Bai Qiu found seats for the girls in the Light Music Club.
Ijichi Seika's eyes were strange. "Don't you... have any male friends?"
"Ahem!" Bai Qiu coughed twice. "Manager, what kind of talk is that?"
"It's raining so hard... Bochi-chan, I'm here!"
A cheerful, casual voice came from behind.
At the staircase, a drunken Hiroi Kikuri arrived at the battlefield.
Yili was pleasantly surprised: "Sister Drunkard..."
"You're here to see Boqi's performance?" Xingge asked her, holding a broom.
Yes, yay!
Hiroi Kikuri made a peace sign, then came down the stairs and hooked her arm around Ijichi Seika's neck, refusing to let go.
"Senior, there'll be a celebration party after the performance tonight, right?"
"Let me go!"
Have you booked a tavern?
"Reeks of alcohol."
"I know a really great new store!"
"They're all soaked."
Then someone else came down the stairs.
"Yili, we've come to see your performance."
They are two college student fans of Goto Ichiri. Fan number one and fan number two.
"You...you really came!"
Ichiri was quite surprised and moved to tears.
Fan #1: "Of course, we are your fans."
Fan #2: "I hope your performance can blow away the heavy rain."
Even Boqi-chan has fans now.
Kita and Nijika were somewhat disappointed.
Especially Kita.
Are all her best friends made of plastic?
However, the arrival of these people did boost the morale of the band to some extent!
…………
Nagasaki vegetarian family.
Nagasaki Motoyo looked out the window at the rain.
It's kind of annoying.
Despite the terrible weather, her face didn't show the gloom of the past few days; instead, it looked relaxed and expectant.
The rain did not deter her from going out.
After resting for a few days, I have fully recovered.
Then there was the brief companionship of Bai Qiu and Xiao Mu that night, which allowed Su Shi to briefly experience the feeling of home.
So she's been in a good mood these past few days.
Su Shi had already changed into her outing clothes, put on light makeup, and picked up her small bag.
I glanced at the bass guitar in the corner.
Su Shi thought to herself, since she was just going to watch the performance, she wouldn't bring her bass.
I looked out the window again at the rain that showed no signs of letting up.
Nagasaki Motoyo muttered, "I'll just take a taxi."
Arriving at the entrance hall.
Motoyo Nagasaki doesn't plan to wear shoes and socks today, as they'll easily get wet in the rain.
She changed into a pair of white strappy high heels, revealing her fair, jade-like toes and her pink, subtly glossy heels.
Once everything was ready, Nagasaki Motoyo's lips curled into a beautiful smile.
At this time, the doorbell rang.
There were also some strange noises coming from outside.
And... Mom's voice?!
"Su Shi, Mom is back."
"Open the door for me."
"Mom...is back?"
Nagasaki Motoyo murmured softly.
She paused for a few seconds before hurriedly opening the door. Seeing her mother's long-unseen, familiar face, Su Shi pouted and said:
"Why didn't you tell me before Mom was coming back?"
But Su Shi's face was filled with joy.
"That's because I didn't go home last week, so I came back today to give you a surprise."
At this moment, Nagasaki's mother did not resemble a powerful businesswoman at all; instead, she displayed a gentle demeanor.
At this time.
Upon noticing her daughter's attire, Nagasaki's mother exclaimed in surprise, "Huh? Is Suze going out?"
Su Shi nodded and explained to her mother, "I'm planning to go see a live show."
"In this kind of weather?"
"Um……"
“Live performance…” Nagasaki’s mother nodded. She realized that it had been a long time since she had heard Suze mention that band from before.
Did they disband after they went on to higher education?
There's nothing we can do about it.
It was rare for my daughter to bring up music again.
The Nagasaki mother smiled warmly and said, "How about I drive you there?"
"Hey, this..."
Nagasaki Motoyo listened to the sound of rain outside and hesitated.
My mom works so hard.
It's rare for me to come back.
I'd better not trouble Mom.
And... how about... I stay home with my mom today?
Bai Qiujun, he... should understand me.
I will definitely apologize later.
You can invite him to your house for dinner every day to apologize.
But... now, Mom is definitely more important.
So, Nagasaki Motoyo made up her mind.
Su Shi smiled and said:
"Mom, I suddenly don't want to go anymore. Let's stay home today."
"Hmm?" Nagasaki's mother was taken aback for a moment, but quickly understood her sweet little girl's thoughts. She chuckled and said, "Don't worry about Mommy!"
Su Shi hugged her mother's hand and led her into the house, saying sweetly, "Let me stay home with you."
"Is that okay?"
Su Shi shook her head. "It's okay, it's just a live performance!"
"I can watch it later. I'll just tell my friend, and he won't be angry."
The world has always firmly believed in the Way.
"he?"
Nagasaki's mother looked at her daughter with a subtle expression and a teasing smile on her face.
"Su Shi has reached this age!"
A blush crossed Nagasaki Motoyo's face, and she tilted her head briefly.
"Um... he's a boy, but he's just a friend, don't get the wrong idea."
"Su Shi, why don't you let your mother take you there?"
It was confirmed that the invitation came from a boy.
Nagasaki's mother suddenly became somewhat concerned and curious.
Although her own marriage was not happy, she would not forbid her daughter from dating.
However, strict quality control is still essential.
"No need to go, Mom."
"Let's go anyway."
Nagasaki's mother had a vague feeling.
If Su Shi doesn't go this time, she might regret it later.
However, Su Shi repeatedly pulled her into the house and snatched her briefcase.
"Mom, you'd better go take a shower and change your clothes! I'll make something delicious!"
"Hey Su Shi, don't push me."
"Let Mom take you, Mom wants to see a live show too."
The more her mother thought of her, the more determined Nagasaki Motoyo became to spend quality time with her mother today.
"I'll take Mom next time."