Chapter 20 B komachi

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As Aki left that madwoman behind, he found himself standing in front of a studio. "So, this is the place?" Aki asked.

"Yes," his assistant replied. "I made all the necessary arrangements, so you won't have any problems."

"That's good."

As they went inside, they heard the sound of singing as girls were practicing. "Are they practicing for their new concert?" Aki inquired.

"Yes, they are," the assistant confirmed.

Aki observed the scene for a moment, taking in the dedication and effort of the girls. "Let's get this started," he said, feeling a sense of determination.

"Inform them about me and bring them to my office. I'll take a look at my new office in the meantime," Aki instructed.

"As you wish," replied the temporary assistant who had been helping him with the paperwork.

Aki walked through the studio, making his way to the office. As he opened the door, he took in the room that would be his workspace. It was a well-furnished room with a modern design, a large desk, comfortable chairs, and a view of the city through the window.

He settled into the chair behind his desk, feeling a mix of excitement for his new work.

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"Say, Ai-chan, we are having our new investor coming today, right? When will they arrive?" one of the girls asked, her voice tinged with curiosity and a hint of anxiety.

"I don't know," Ai replied with a smile. "But we need to practice more. It's not our problem—sensei will handle that matter. Our job is to entertain by performing, right?"

The girls nodded, reassured by Ai's calm demeanor. They resumed their practice with renewed energy, determined to put on their best performance for the new investor.

As they were practicing, they heard the door creak open and a voice call out, "Girls, we have a guest. The new investor is here and he wants to meet all of you."

The girls abruptly stopped dancing, looking a little puzzled. Then, seeing two men walk in, one of them exclaimed, "Sensei, is he the person?"

"No," the assistant replied. "Our new boss is in his office. Let's go meet him."

"Okay," they all replied in unison, gathering their things and following the assistant. Excitement and curiosity buzzed among them as they made their way to the office to meet the new investor who would play a crucial role in their future.

Aki looked at the gathering of girls who eyed him suspiciously.

"Okay, I am aki shijo. As I've bought b- komachi rights from Ichigo Productions, I am officially in charge now. If you have any complaints, let's hear them," Aki started, introducing himself.

The girls were in shock; they hadn't been informed much about this and didn't know the identity of the person who would be supporting them in the future.

"Isn't he just a kid...?" one girl blurted out, quickly covering her mouth as she realized her mistake. But it was too late.

"You... What's your name?" Aki asked, wondering if she was also one of the founders of B-Komachi.

She stammered, "Ah... ahh, I am sorry," bowing her head in apology.

"What are you apologizing for? I was just asking your name out of curiosity," Aki reassured her.

"My name is Watanabe sato," she replied shyly, embarrassed by her outburst.

"Sato-san, you're right about me being a kid, but in my opinion, I'm two years older than you," Aki responded with a smile.

Seeing Aki's expression, Watanabe Sato tried to hide behind a girl next to her. "And why are you assuming I'm two years younger than you?" she asked curiously.

Aki chuckled. "I looked at your profile details on my table. You're the youngest and the shortest among them."

"Oh, that explains it," said another girl.

"Why are you also agreeing to him? And I am not short!!!!" Watanabe exclaimed furiously.

But ignoring her aki turn his attention to the other and inquired.

"Now that we've had some fun teasing Sato-chan, shall we proceed with introductions?" Aki asked the remaining girls.

Aki smiled at each girl as they introduced themselves.

"I'm Takamine Yuki," replied a girl with a dog hairpin on her long red hair.

"Fuyuku Nina," said another with green eyes, a slim body, and long brown hair tied with a panda-shaped clip.

"Meimei Takashi," introduced a third girl, standing alongside two friends. "And they are Ari and Kyun," she added as the two girls nodded their heads.

Then, Aki turned his attention to the last girl, asking, "And you are?" This was the one he had specifically bought the group for.

"It's Ai Hoshino, but I think I've seen you somewhere before," she exclaimed, trying to place his face.

As Ai reminded her Meimei searched her phone."Ahhh, I remember now! You're that singer who sang 'Yellow' on karaoke, right? That was awesome!" Meimei interjected, excitedly.

Aki laughed, reaching up to scratch his head, clearly flattered. "Yeah, that was me. A friend broadcasted it without my consent. It was embarrassing, you know? I wish I could redo it and wear more appropriate clothes."

The girls all reacted with surprise and amusement. "You were worried about your clothes?" they exclaimed in unison.

"He'll surely be a pushover!" thought many of the girls. They believed if a little praise made him blush, they could likely get their way with a few compliments.

Even Watanabe, who had been shy earlier, now wore a small smile, clearly formulating plans for the future.

Aki noticed the subtle smirks and glances exchanged among the girls. It seemed that his reaction to their praise had given them the impression that he might be easily manipulated with a few compliments.

Aki realized from their reactions and subtle smirks that his blushing gave the girls the impression he might be a pushover.

However, he chose to ignore it for now, focusing instead on making a good first impression.

Aki smiled at each girl. "Nice to meet you, Takamine Yuki, Fuyuku Nina, Meimei Takashi,Ari,kyun and of course, Ai Hoshino. It's great to see such a talented group," he said warmly.

"Can you sing us that song? I really want to hear it from you," Kyun exclaimed. She wanted to confirm whether Aki was lip-syncing just for views or if he genuinely had talent, so she suggested he sing in front of them.

"I don't mind, but can we change the location? After all, I will need an instrument," Aki replied as he walked out, led by their manager. The girls followed suit, curious about what instrument Aki would play.

As the manager led the way, everyone followed suit, reaching the studio where the girls usually trained in singing. Aki looked around, found a guitar, and seated himself in front of a mic.

As he was about to sing, he noticed the girls were sitting down, attentive, and even the manager was among them. His assistant, Mr. Kota, was filming him.

"What are you doing, Mr. Kota?" Aki asked.

"Oh, young master, I'm sorry, but it's my mission. Mistress told everyone to film you if we ever encountered you performing anything unique," he replied, showing Aki a notice that was issued by his mother herself.

"The heck, mother? What's wrong with you? Aki exclaimed.

'Sigh... but it's her, after all. She's so doting that the previous Aki ran away from her. But for me, this is what I want—a really, really, really loving parent.' he Mutter.

"Sigh, do as you like, but before you send it to mother, I want to examine the video first."

"I don't mind, young master," Mr. Kota replied.

"Okay then." Aki took a deep breath, coughed to clear his throat a few times, and practiced the strings of the guitar to get a hold of it.

"I won't sing 'Yellow' today, but a new one. If you don't mind, give me some feedback."

{Hai yorokonde - kochi no kento

Available on youtube.}

Aki strummed the guitar, the gentle notes filling the room.

"Ting ting ting," the guitar sounded.

He took a long breath and began to sing.

"Hai yorokonde anatagata no tame," he sang, his voice clear and resonant.

(Yes, with pleasure, if it is for you)

With just the first lyrics, everyone's attention was captured instantly.

"Hai Tsutsushinde, Anatagata no tame ni," he continued, his voice sincere and soothing.

(Yes, respectfully, I will do it for you)

The girls listened intently, captivated by his performance, their initial skepticism melting away as they were drawn into the melody and emotion of the song.

With hope, he played the guitar, his fingers moving smoothly over the strings as he continued to sing.

"Sashinobite kita te sanagara seigi jitate," Aki's voice rang out clearly.

(The hand that has been offered is a sign of justice)

The melody and lyrics flowed together beautifully, creating an atmosphere that captivated everyone in the room. The girls listened in awe, their skepticism completely vanished, and even the manager seemed impressed. Aki's performance was heartfelt and powerful, resonating deeply with his audience.

As Aki continued to sing, the energy in the room soared. The girls were now fully immersed in the music, jumping and dancing along with the infectious rhythm. Their joy was palpable, filling the studio with an electric atmosphere.

"Hai yorokonde anatagata no tame ni!

Dekiru kotonara, dekiru kotomade.

Ato ippo mo fumidashite, iya na koto omoidashite, naraku ondu kanadero"

The guitar strings vibrated under Aki's fingers, perfectly matching the upbeat tempo. His voice carried the song effortlessly, blending seamlessly with the enthusiastic voices of the girls.

"Tong-tong- tong- zu--zu-- zu- tong -tong.

Girigiri dansu, girigiri dansu, (odore)

Girigiri dansu, girigiri dansu,( motto narase)"

The chorus echoed through the studio, with everyone joining in, their synchronized movements creating a lively and harmonious scene. The music, lyrics, and their collective enthusiasm combined to make a memorable performance.

"Girigiri dansu, girigiri dansu, (odore)!

Girigiri dansu, girigiri dansu, (motto narase)"

As the song drew to a close, the room erupted in applause and cheers. The girls, still energized, clapped and laughed, clearly impressed and delighted by Aki's talent and the fun they had just shared.

"That was amazing, Shijo-kun!" Ai said, beaming. "You really know how to get everyone excited."

"Thank you," Aki replied, slightly out of breath but happy. "I'm glad you all enjoyed it. Let's make this the start of something great together."

The manager and assistant also applauded, acknowledging the successful first meeting. It was clear that Aki had won over the hearts of the girls and set a positive tone for their future collaboration.

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