Anime Crossover Band, Rock Girl Won't Let Me Go

Chapter 172 Chu Hua's Memories

The next afternoon.

Inside a coffee shop, Mikasa Hatsuka sat waiting for Toyokawa Shoko, whom she had arranged to meet today and who was also another friend from her childhood.

Even though it wasn't the agreed time yet, Chu Hua had already arrived at the agreed location ahead of time.

This shows how much she valued this meeting.

Staring intently at the chat history with Bai Qiu over the past few nights on her phone screen, Sanjiao Chuhua looked delighted.

These past few days have felt like a dream to her.

First, she reunited with Bai Qiu, and then Xiangzi, whom she hadn't been in contact with for a long time, also got in touch with her.

As Chu Hua looked at the chat history, she slowly closed her eyes, her thoughts drifting back to her childhood.

This is a tranquil and peaceful island far from bustling Tokyo, adjacent to the vast ocean – Mikawa Island.

The island has a very good ecosystem, and the islanders work at sunrise and rest at sunset, living a very ordinary fishing life, which has been passed down from generation to generation.

The children on the island love to play at the beach; they go beachcombing, catching fish, swimming, and collecting seashells...

But Chu Hua had no interest in any of these things.

She loved the stars in the night sky, and she was curious about what life was like outside the island.

Because of her different hobbies compared to other children her age, she felt out of place among them.

So Chuhua didn't have any friends when she was a child.

Just when Chu Hua thought she would be alone forever.

She met Bai Qiu.

Thanks to the island's excellent ecology, many tourists come to visit every summer.

Bai Qiu is one of them.

When they were little, Bai Qiu would take her through the woods to catch rhinoceros beetles in the trees and listen to the cicadas chirping in the summer... As night fell, they would lie together on the soft grass, gazing at the starry sky and admiring the brilliance of the stars...

She would excitedly tell Bai Qiu about her interests, hobbies, and dreams.

Unlike the children on the island who mocked her daydreaming, Bai Qiu listened patiently to her words, her eyes shining with sincerity, and offered her support and encouragement.

Not only that, Bai Qiu would also share with her what city life outside the island was like.

The story of how Bai Qiu met Xiangzi begins after he left.

Like Bai Qiu, Xiangzi was also understanding and willing to listen to her feelings and play with her.

Therefore, for her, Bai Qiu and Xiangzi were like bright stars in the sky, inspiring and supporting her, becoming her spiritual pillars over the years.

Memories flooded her mind like a tide, and Misaka Chuka couldn't help but slightly raise the corners of her mouth.

……

……

The school bell rang.

After saying goodbye to Aiyin and Deng, Bai Qiu headed towards the place he had arranged to meet Xiangzi.

Not long after, Bai Qiu spotted Xiangzi standing downstairs in the teaching building.

She gracefully lifted her schoolbag to her knees with both hands.

Bai Qiu, on the other hand, walked over empty-handed with light steps.

Upon seeing Bai Qiu, Xiangzi's face lit up with a bright smile.

It's Bai Xiang, the Bai from Bai Qiu.

"Xiangzi, shall I help you carry it?"

Xiangzi paused for a moment, then nodded, his face slightly flushed, and handed the schoolbag to Bai Qiu.

The girl handing her bag to the boy—that should be considered a pretty intimate gesture, right? Xiangzi thought to himself.

Bai Qiu took the schoolbag, and she wasn't as particular as Miss Tsukinomori.

He casually slung the bag over his back with one hand.

"Then let's go?"

"Okay." Xiangzi nodded again.

The two walked side by side toward the station, the afterglow of the setting sun shining on them, casting two long shadows on the ground.

We exited the tram station.

Bai Qiu discovered that the place he came from was next to the planetarium that Deng often visited.

"What's wrong?" Xiangzi asked, noticing Bai Qiu's unusual behavior.

Bai Qiu explained with a smile, "Deng often comes to this planetarium."

Xiangzi nodded.

I couldn't help but think that Bai Qiu must come here often with Deng.

Then Xiangzi said softly, "The lead singer I'm going to meet later is a friend of mine from my childhood. He's good at writing lyrics and composing music."

"Sounds like a very capable person," Bai Qiu affirmed.

that's it.

Toyokawa Shoko led Bai Qiu into a coffee shop.

There weren't many customers in the coffee shop at this time.

With her pale golden eyes darting around, Toyokawa Shoko quickly spotted Hatsuka in a window seat.

"Bai Qiu, over here." Feng Chuan gently took Bai Qiu's arm and walked inside.

"Okay." Bai Qiu replied, following Xiangzi's steps and looking ahead.

However, when she saw the familiar figure with short blond hair...

Bai Qiu paused slightly.

This time, Bai Qiu won't fail to recognize Chu Hua!

So, did Xiangzi choose Chu Hua as the lead singer?

But isn't Hatsuka Sumi's idol?

What should the donut lady do?

I wish you happiness.

Approaching the table, Toyokawa Shoko revealed a gentle smile: "Hatsuka, it's been a long time."

"Xiao Xiang." Sanjiao Chuhua quickly looked up.

But she discovered that besides Xiangzi, Bai Qiu was also in front of her?

Bai Qiu said calmly, "Chu Hua, we meet again."

"Qiu, what are you doing here?" Chu Hua's face lit up with even more surprise.

In contrast, Toyokawa Shoko paused for two seconds.

Xiangzi's light golden eyes narrowed slightly as he stared blankly at the two people who were exchanging friendly smiles.

"Bai Qiu and Chu Hua...do you know them too?"

Bai Qiu and Chu Hua glanced at Xiangzi and nodded silently.

...Five minutes later.

The three of them understood the whole story.

Toyokawa Shoko's expression and feelings were complex.

Xiangzi had become somewhat immune to the fact that Bai Qiu had inadvertently connected with people from Crychic.

But unexpectedly, Chu Hua also...

Chu Hua and Bai Qiu were childhood friends, and in terms of timeline, Bai Qiu and Chu Hua became friends even earlier.

In other words, Chu Hua knew Bai Qiu before he did.

Xiangzi always felt that he was falling behind in some way.

Taking a deep breath, Xiangzi sighed, "It really is like fate."

Bai Qiu also said softly, "It seems the three of us are quite destined for each other."

Chu Hua smiled sincerely, “Everyone’s connection has become closer.”

Afterwards, Bai Qiu and Xiangzi also ordered drinks.

Toyokawa Shoko took a band proposal out of her bag and handed it to Misumi Hatsuka.

When it came time to talk about the band, Xiangzi's face became more serious.

"Chu Hua, as I said before, I want to invite you to be the lead vocalist, and also to be responsible for writing the lyrics. I will compose the music."

“I understand, Xiao Xiang.” Sanjiao Chuhua nodded slightly and took the document. “I’ll take a look now.”

Not long after, Sanjiao Chuhua raised her head again, smiling as she looked at Xiangzi.

"Xiao Xiang, I'm all set." Chu Hua continued softly, "I've already spoken to my agent, and she agreed."

The plan was largely the same as what Xiangzi had told her before, but it was more specific.

"That's great."

Toyokawa Shoko clapped her hands lightly and revealed a joyful smile.

Aside from Bai Qiu and Chu Hua being friends.

Overall, things went very smoothly!

Chu Hua nodded and then turned her gaze to Bai Qiu beside her, her eyes revealing a hint of expectation and hope.

"Will Qiu also join Xiangzi's band?"

Bai Qiu and Xiangzi were both taken aback by Chu Hua's sudden question.

Xiangzi pondered to herself that she had considered adding Bai Qiu's violin to the band.

But when she thought about Bai Qiu having a band and the close connection between Bai Qiu and Deng, she had no choice but to put her idea aside for the time being.

Xiangzi had no idea what Bai Qiu was thinking.

If she brings it up, Bai Qiu probably won't refuse her, right?

"Chu Hua, I only came here with Xiangzi today." Bai Qiu looked at Chu Hua and explained with a smile, "Besides, my seat conflicts with Xiangzi's."

"Ok."

Chu Hua nodded with some regret.

After Xiangzi and Chuhua finished discussing some details about the band, the three inevitably started talking about their childhood stories.

After that.

Because Chu Hua still has work at the agency, even though she really wanted to, she couldn't stay here with Bai Qiu and Xiang Zi to wait for Miao Meng.

After leaving the coffee shop, the three walked a short distance ahead.

"Let's stop here!" Chu Hua stopped and turned to look at the two of them.

Bai Qiu and Xiangzi also stopped.

"Xiangzi, thank you for inviting me to join the band," Chu Hua said to Xiangzi.

Mikasa's sincere gratitude made Toyokawa Shoko feel somewhat guilty.

Xiangzi shook his head, embarrassed, and said, "I'm also very happy that Chuhua is willing to join and help me."

"Mm." Sanjiao Chuhua nodded, then waved goodbye with a smile, saying, "Xiao Qiu, Xiao Xiang, I'll be leaving now."

Bai Qiu: "Okay, see you another day."

Toyokawa Shoko: "Be careful on the road."

Bai Qiu and Xiangzi both raised their hands to wave goodbye to Chu Hua.

"Hmm." Chu Hua responded, but did not turn around and leave immediately. After a moment's hesitation, she moved to stand in front of Bai Qiu.

"What's wrong, Chuhua?"

Bai Qiu asked, but because Chu Hua was looking down and wearing a baseball cap to avoid being recognized by fans, he could only see the brim of the cap.

Xiangzi also looked over with some surprise.

“That Qiu…” Chu Hua’s voice was somewhat low.

But she quickly looked up at Bai Qiu and asked, "Can I hug you?"