From the other side of the stage came the cheers of the audience. Pen Fun Pavilion wWw. ｂiquge。 info Then, as if echoing that, the heart began to pound.

“………… Well. “

Moistens the throat that has become dry due to tension. By the way, I took a deep breath. But the heartbeat showed no signs of slowing down at all. But that can't be helped. After all, Shido is now staying on the side of the stage and waiting to appear.

By the way, the band members are wearing the same maid outfits as before.

Actually, the corresponding performance costumes were originally prepared, but because Mai Mai Mii was out of the battle line with those clothes, there were no clothes that Yakuya and Yustring could wear. - But then, I suddenly noticed that everyone was actually wearing the same costume.

"Well...... This is also considered a performance costume...... Right?"

The jazz band of the previous school finished their performance and saluted the audience, and then the audience burst into applause.

Slightly glanced at the same back. There was no tension at all, and the three of them, Toka, Yakuya, and Yuzumi, stood there.

"Look at Yakuya. Sunset. I'm in charge of playing this!"

"I see, is Toka's instrument a ring (tambourine) that produces a crisp sound?"

"Agreed. It's perfect for you. There was no mockery. “

The performers of the previous show had already left the stage, and the staff began to set up the drums, but at this time, it was still like this, and Shido couldn't help but envy the elves who had a steel-like psychological quality.

At that moment, a sound like an alarm sounded from the earphone in the right ear.

"Kotori, has something happened?"

Shido asked, and after a moment of unnatural silence, Kotori replied.

“…… Nothing. Shido is now concentrating on the stage、"

"I, I know. ”

In addition, Sedo now wears a Ratatoskr headset in his right ear and a headphone in his left ear for listening to accompaniment. This was necessary to prevent the audience from hearing the accompaniment because of the cheers of the audience, but it was precisely because both ears were blocked that Shido became somewhat inaudible to the outside world.

"Really. I feel like you're nervous right now!"

"Even so...... I can't help it. It's not like I'm nervous!"

For some reason, Jean hummed unhappily.

At the same time, the staff on the side of the stage signaled to Shido and them. It seems that the preparations for the scene are ready.

The speakers set up on the stage begin to broadcast the following program.

"--Here's the band performance program at Metropolitan Zen High School!"

In response, there was a round of applause from the venue.

"So, we're going to go!"

With that, Shido began to move forward. Ten incense, Yakuya, and Yuxian followed.

Then you enter the stage from the dimly lit side of the stage to the stage illuminated by a large number of lights.

“……………”

Shidao couldn't help but hold his breath.

And how I felt when I watched Mikuku's performance before. The same feeling as I had just stayed on both sides of the stage and looked at the audience. ――It is completely different from the two, and the feeling hits the whole body of Shidao.

In the dark venue, the only stage illuminated by light. Filled auditorium. The sight of the eye.

When these factors are combined, they are exerted on Shidao's body like gravity.

“…… I see, it's really, it's amazing!"

I couldn't help but lick my lips. There is a salty and salty taste.

There have been many rehearsals before. In order to get used to performing in front of people, the entire Ratatoskr was even gathered together to sing in front of them.

But it's different. There is a clear difference.

The atmosphere of a formal performance. Real tension. That sense of oppression was mercilessly tormenting the spirit of Shidao.

But-

“…… Haha~"

Shido smiled softly.

Indeed, this is the first time in my life that I have stood on such a big stage.

However, the feeling that Shido should not have known was actually very familiar to him.

and ten incense. and Kiriko. and Herb. and Asuna. and the Eight Dance Sisters.

When you're in front of the elves, it's a feeling.

Just one wrong choice can lead to a limit date that will cost you your own life. After surviving several such experiences, Shidao's heart was unconsciously exercised.

Stairway walked to the center of the stage with his guitar in front of the microphone, and then glanced to the left and right.

On the right is Toka. On the left is the sunset. Behind is Yakuya. When everyone was seated, they nodded as if they were responding to Shido's gaze.

In addition, there is also a standing wheat in front of Toka and Yuxian. Since there are chorus and backing parts in the song, it seems that it was specially prepared so that the audience would not see that it was a lip-synching at a glance.

After a little tuning, they looked at each other again and nodded.

"Kuku...... So, let's start playing, the melody of death that leads to Hades!"

Yakuya said dangerous words, clicking, clattering, clattering.

In line with the rhythm, Shido also began to play the guitar. At the same time, from the left, the virtuosity of the bass is heard, and from the right, the sound of Toka waving a tambourine is heard.

A brisk prelude. Although the singing is sung by professional actors, the accompaniment is their own.

Once you start playing, the rest is the same as when you practice. The plectrum dances wildly on the strings and plays a planned melody. The tension in the whole body gradually turns into excitement.

But at this time, something unusual happened.

“…… Huh?"

During the performance, Shido frowned.

After the prelude is over - the singing is not played.

Just as Shido noticed this, the anxious sound of the piano came from the earphones.

"Shidao! There is an emergency! The electronic wiring in Tiangong Square has been damaged by someone's attack, and the sound source that was originally prepared is now useless!"

"W-then, what to do?!"

"I can only sing it myself! Now I'll turn on the switch of the microphone!"

"Hah...... Why, how could it be, even if you suddenly told me-"

Instantly, the microphone beeped, and Shido stopped talking. If you continue to talk to Kotori, his voice will be played through the microphone to the entire venue.

But even after such a hard work, the performance continued.

Fortunately, Shido's fingers, which had been practiced countless times, did not stop because of confusion, but he was unable to sing the lyrics due to an accident that he had not anticipated before.

From the very beginning, some people in the audience who played the beat with Shido noticed that the performance was a little strange. The audience in front looked up in confusion.

"Ahh

The tension that has not been compared to it until now binds the whole body. Teeth began to chatter. The legs began to shake. The field of vision gradually blurred.

Just just fall down like this, such a thought can't help but flash through my mind. I realized that this was too dangerous an idea. In the face of a sudden accident, he didn't think about how to return to normal performance, but found a way to destroy the stage, and such negative thoughts began to erode his brain.

It's no different from an elementary school student who prays for a meteorite to hit his school because he hasn't finished his homework. There is no constructive, destructive thinking that longs for a reversal.

No, no. Said in his heart. If you stop playing now, you will definitely not be able to defeat Miku.

However, such thoughts only made Shido's anxiety more intense, and even his memory became hazy. Can't sing the lyrics. No sound. Gradually, even his breathing became rapid.

"Uhh......hh

Right now, at this time.

“―――――――！“

Out of nowhere.

- Came, singing.

"Huh......?"

Instantly, I thought it was the electronic wiring that had returned to normal, and the originally prepared song was played—no.

It's completely different from the sound in your memory. It should be said that this voice is-

While keeping his face still, he moved his gaze. And then.

"Ten...... Incense?"

Shido uttered her name in a voice so small that he couldn't pick up a microphone.

That's right. Toka, who was standing on the right hand side of Shido, was waving a tambourine and singing to the rhythm.

And surprisingly - her singing.

"It's amazing......"

It has reached a level that makes people can't help but listen to it.

To be precise, that doesn't mean "singing well". After all...... She didn't sing exactly to the rhythm. There are a lot of things that she plays on her own. He even sang some of the lyrics incorrectly.

But how can we describe this feeling? The singing voice can magically mobilize the emotions of the listener.

“――“

Shidao, who was staring at Shika's expression, couldn't help but widen his eyes.

From Toka's face, there is no timidity towards the big stage, hostility towards Miku, a sense of obligation to carry a major mission, and no other emotions can be felt.

It's just a pleasure to be there.

It was very pleasant to play with Shido and them, as if I was "enjoying" and "singing".

- Not true. Shido shook his head slightly.

You have to play well, you have to beat Miku, and it's because you've pushed yourself into a corner like this that you don't realize it...... Speaking of which, Shika also has this expression in the process of practicing.

Probably, the lyrics were not specially memorized by her. I guess I remembered it unconsciously when I was enjoying the origami song in Shido.

“…… Ha, ha, ha!"

Shi Dao naturally laughed.

The feeling of oppression that had been wrapping around my body until now suddenly disappeared as if it were a deception. The fingers became more dexterous.

At the moment of realizing this, Shido plucked out the strongest voice to date.

It's not because I want to reveal the "gorgeous techniques" I studied in junior high school, so that I can awaken my rock soul.

-- A well-behaved performance like this is not worthy of Toka's singing at all!

It's just that I just think about it.

I'm afraid the tune has become a mess. That can't be helped. If this kind of impromptu performance method can be perfectly adapted to the tune, Shido will apply to drop out of school tomorrow and go directly to the entertainment industry.

But, for now.

Now, it's different.

If anything, it's because Shidao didn't stand here alone ......!

Quickly comprehending Shido's rampage, Yakuya and Yuxian also cooperated perfectly with themselves. Probably sensing the change in tune, Toka glanced at Shido and smiled.

“…………！”

In an instant, my heart pounded.

It's not because of the nasty tension. It's something else-

However, the brain now has absolutely no spare capacity to think about it.

The climax of the first section ends, and the accompaniment transition begins.

At this moment, a tiny desire appeared in Shidao's heart.

A very simple desire.

――I want to sing with Toka.

I want to sing with Toka on this stage!

Although Shidao is not a sound idiot, he is not a master. It's just that,In this case, you can't win against Mijiu at all.,The singing power that was abandoned by the piano early.。

However, even so, Shido did not resist the sudden desire in his heart.

At the same time as the second part begins, Shido begins to sing along with Toka.

“………！”

Toka looked at Shido in some surprise as she sang.

But that's just for a moment. Toka made a moving voice more pleasantly than before.

As if not to be left behind, Shido also sang with all his might. The lyrics, which I couldn't sing at all just now, are now unconsciously woven with my lips.

While singing, Shido had completely forgotten about the match with Miku.

It's just a simple emotion that dominates the whole brain.

Pleasure!

- Pleasant!

――――Happy!!

…… By the time I noticed, the song was over.

Suddenly his shoulders trembled. I found that my body was already sweating, and my whole body was soaked as if I had jumped into a pool.

"Shidao!"

With that, Toka approached with a radiant smile.

"Hands!"

"Oh...... Oh!"

She raised her hand as she said, and Toka slapped it.

In this moment-

The deafening applause and cheers completely ignored the presence of headphones and surveillance, stung Shido's ears.