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

Chapter 71 Nagasaki Motoyo Wants to Gather Intelligence

Bai Qiu smiled and took back the bass, then remained silent.

Instead, he looked at the tracks, wondering when the tram would finally arrive.

The two remained silent for a while, seeing that Bai Qiu did not offer any explanation.

Then Nagasaki Motoyo couldn't help but speak first: "You promised Mutsu-chan you'd comfort me, is this how you comfort me?"

"I felt comforted."

Bai Qiu, regaining her senses, propped her chin on her hand and replied, "Besides, I think the comforting effect is quite good."

"Where did you offer any comfort?"

"You're not dropping little pearls anymore, are you?"

Nagasaki Suyo took a deep breath.

"Is this what you call comforting me? You're deliberately teasing me!"

"That's still better than you being depressed, right?"

Nagasaki Motoyo was stunned. So that's how it is.

So, I misunderstood him? But Nagasaki Motoyo quickly suppressed her feelings of gratitude.

There is something more important to do now, which is to find out information about Xiangzi!

Can I ask you a few questions?

Bai Qiu ignored her.

So Nagasaki Motoyo pursed her lips and brought up Wakaba Mutsumi again.

"You promised Mutsu-chan you would comfort me."

Bai Qiu couldn't help but roll her eyes at her.

"This doesn't seem to have anything to do with comforting you, does it?"

"There are relationships."

Nagasaki Motoyo spoke with righteous indignation, then hesitated before tentatively saying, "It's... about Shoko."

"I see. But how would I know anything about Toyokawa Shoko?"

Bai Qiu told the truth.

Nagasaki Motoyo didn't care and started asking questions directly.

What is your relationship with Xiangzi?

"A lucky break if you sneak around."

"That's all?"

"Yes."

Seeing Nagasaki Motoyo's skeptical look, Bai Qiu countered, "What do you think?"

Nagasaki Motoyo then realized that the other person was still addressed as Toyokawa-kun, and thinking about it, it seemed to make sense.

So she followed up with the question, "Which school does Xiangzi attend?"

"..."

Bai Qiu hesitated whether to tell her this, as Feng Chuanxiangzi seemed unwilling to let the other party know.

"Why aren't you saying anything?" Nagasaki Motoyo looked over.

"I could guess even if you didn't say it, it's in Sakuragaoka, right?"

Nagasaki Motoyo speculated based on Bai Qiu's reaction.

"Then why did you ask me?"

Bai Qiu essentially admitted to her speculation.

Nagasaki Motoyo felt she had won a victory, and was both delighted and proud.

Then she couldn't help but think that the lamp might know this too.

Too cunning, too despicable.

The whole world kept it a secret from her, except for her, who didn't know where Xiangzi was.

Nagasaki Motoyo continued, "Why didn't you tell me last time?"

She was referring to the last time when Ring mentioned Toyokawa Shoko.

Bai Qiu suddenly lowered his hand that had been supporting his face and looked at Nagasaki Motoyo with a serious expression.

Nagasaki Motoyo was startled. "W-what's wrong?"

"Why do I feel like you're interrogating a criminal?" Bai Qiu said, feigning displeasure.

"I...I didn't, I'm sorry..."

Nagasaki Motoyo immediately softened, fearing that Bai Qiu would no longer tell her about Xiangzi.

"Hmm, watch your attitude, Su Shi." Bai Qiu nodded in satisfaction.

Nagasaki Motoyo bit her lip and asked softly,

"Do you know why Xiangzi quit the band?"

Bai Qiu shook his head: "How would I know?"

Disappointment flashed across Nagasaki Motoyo's face, but Bai Qiu continued:

"However, my guess is that it may be related to family."

"Family? How do you know?"

Nagasaki Motoyo pressed him, saying that if they could figure out why Shoko left, they might be able to find her.

"I don't know, so I said it was just a guess."

His reasoning was that a young lady had suddenly transferred from a prestigious school to a school for ordinary people.

I have seen Toyokawa Shoko doing different part-time jobs several times.

It must be a family crisis, most likely related to money.

That's how melodramatic dramas are always portrayed.

"Is this so..."

After hearing Bai Qiu's conjecture, Nagasaki Motoyo fell silent and began to seriously consider the family issues Bai Qiu had mentioned.

Could it be that Xiangzi's family doesn't allow her to play in a band? No, it can't be that simple a reason.

Nagasaki Motoyo couldn't help but wonder if Shoko's experience was the same as hers, that her parents had divorced.

If that's the case, Xiangzi might indeed be in no mood to play in a band.

But! I have experience with this, so I'm sure I can comfort her properly.

"Alright, alright, the quiz is over. I won't tell you anything more now. This is already an exception I'm making for you."

At this moment, Bai Qiu suddenly spoke.

The reason I talked to Nagasaki Motoyo about these things was because she was in a bad mood after being scolded by Toyokawa Shoko today.

Although I also felt that it would have been better if Toyokawa Shoko could have explained her reasons for leaving the team more clearly.

However, she herself does not want to talk about it or contact Nagasaki Motoyo.

Respect is a personal choice.

"No..."

Nagasaki Motoyo wanted to say no, she wanted to hear Bai Qiu's detailed analysis.

Although he was somewhat unwilling, he always felt that the other party understood Xiangzi's thoughts better than he did.

However, after seeing the serious look in Bai Qiu's eyes, Nagasaki Motoyo had no choice but to give up her idea.

Then, her eyes shimmered, and she asked softly:

"So how did you and Xiangzi meet?"

"I can tell you that."

Bai Qiu replied.

Then, Bai Qiu recounted his first meeting with Toyokawa Shoko.

Nagasaki Motoyo listened attentively, and soon her brows furrowed.

"You really did bully Xiangzi-chan."

"How abominable!"

The person who caused Xiangzi's fall and injury could actually become a good friend of Xiangzi.

As expected, Xiangzi was still too kind.

Just as Nagasaki Motoyo was preparing to confront him.

The rumble of the tram could be heard.

Bai Qiu stood up happily and walked forward.

I don't know if he heard what Nagasaki Motoyo said.

Ignored, Nagasaki Motoyo stamped her foot in frustration and shouted:

"Wait."

"Going home is the priority."