socalfunplaces Chapter 174 The Black Mist Man's Target
Chapter 174 The Black Mist Man's Target
Chapter 174 The Black Mist Man's Target
Xia Sheng's eyes widened when he saw the five girls walking past the door.
Leading the way were two short, brown-haired girls. One had her bangs pinned up with a hair clip, while the other had her bangs pulled back and held down with a headband.
The two of them had youthful and adorable faces.
When it was the two of them, she was a girl with long, flowing black hair. She had delicate features and a gentle demeanor, like a Yamato Nadeshiko.
Behind them were a girl with long light brown hair and a curious expression, and a girl with black hair and pigtails.
The five people were dressed in uniforms and were clearly students. Four of them were carrying backpacks that were obviously filled with musical instruments.
They're like a small band, youthful and energetic.
Even as the five girls disappeared, Xia Sheng still didn't look away, staring blankly at the empty doorway.
He couldn't believe he was seeing them.
He knew all five of them!
He couldn't possibly not recognize those five people; he remembered them vividly and had once liked them immensely.
However, Xia Sheng soon realized a problem.
His sudden encounter with them, coupled with the musical abilities they had previously bestowed upon him, gave him a deeper understanding of musical instruments.
This made it hard for him not to suspect that it was deliberately arranged.
So, was the ability meant to make his life easier and to better connect with and get to know them?
That's pretty good.
"Xia Sheng, what are you looking at?"
After the waiter left, Miura Yumiko noticed that Natsuo was still staring at the door and asked him in confusion.
There was nothing outside the door.
"Ah...: It's nothing." Xia Sheng came back to his senses, looked away, and suppressed his restless heart.
It's good enough to know that they exist in this world; getting to know them depends on the timing.
After all, he couldn't find a reason to approach them right away, and they might misunderstand him as having ulterior motives, making them wary.
That would be counterproductive.
As long as it exists, there will always be a chance to meet it.
"Sing a song, let me hear your voice." Natsumi looked at Miura Yumiko and winked at her.
"Hmm... okay."
Yumiko Miura felt embarrassed again, but she still looked at the screen and focused.
She wanted to showcase her singing skills.
Keep everything to yourself, including things you don't need.
The excuses I've gradually become adept at, and the subtle tension in my self-esteem...
Upon hearing the first two lines sung by Miura Yumiko, Natsuo raised an eyebrow and looked at her in surprise.
Although it has a few minor flaws, it is indeed very pleasant to listen to, with a vibrant and lively tone.
It's very pleasant to listen to and calms the mind.
Feeling nervous under Natsuo's gaze, Miura Yumiko continued singing earnestly, striving to showcase her best.
Xia Sheng listened quietly, enjoying the beautiful singing.
There are no techniques involved, only emotions.
Inside the private room, there were no other sounds except for the music and Yumiko Miura's lively singing.
As the chorus approached, she gradually found her rhythm, singing better and better, surpassing her previous level.
She could feel it herself.
She knows why she can sing so well.
She had already memorized the lyrics of this song. She stopped looking at the screen and looked at Xia Sheng, meeting his gaze.
Xia Sheng smiled slightly at her and nodded in encouragement.
Yumiko Miura laughed, singing happily and loudly, no longer holding back.
Hina Ebina watched the two interact and shook her head helplessly.
Is this a case of ignoring her?
If you keep watching, they're about to kiss.
She was aware of her best friend's feelings, but she wasn't optimistic about them, since Yukino Yukinoshita and the others were not easy opponents.
But she will definitely support her best friend.
Before she knew it, the song was over, and Miura Yumiko let out a long, satisfied sigh.
He performed perfectly.
Her cheeks were flushed, her heart was racing, and her excitement was palpable.
"Xia Sheng...how are you doing?"
"It sounds great!" Xia Sheng gave a thumbs up, praising without reservation.
"real?"
Why would I lie to you? I want to record it and listen to it all the time.
"It's not that exaggerated~" Miura Yumiko couldn't help but smile, her heart filled with joy.
"I never knew you sang so well! Come on, let me hear two more songs."
"I'm telling you two, next up is my song," Ebina Himeko interjected quietly.
"Well... how did you sing?" Xia Sheng asked casually, without any embarrassment.
"So-so, not as good as Yumiko."
"Hime, why are you being modest? You sing so well!" Miura Yumiko retorted.
"No way!"
"Be more confident. If you don't believe me, let Xia Sheng hear it."
"Then I'll look forward to it."
"Okay... but don't laugh at me if it doesn't sound good," Hina Ebina warned, her face slightly flushed.
"Don't worry, I will tell you the truth."
Kita no Naka glared at him, then looked at the screen with a focused expression.
[I waited quietly for the moment when the sunlight would fill the room...]
Natsuo discovered that Hina Ebina's skill level was surprisingly good, about the same as Yumiko Miura's.
The two must have sung at karaoke quite often, after all, practice makes perfect.
It's also possible that both of them have talent.
But anyway, we can enjoy it now.
Natsuo and Miura Yumiko didn't disturb her; they waited until she finished singing before he clapped and praised, "You sang so beautifully!"
"Really?" Hina Ebina looked at her shyly.
"Seriously, I was so engrossed in it that it ended before I knew it, and I'm actually quite reluctant to see it end."
"That sounds nice~" Hina Ebina pursed her lips, secretly pleased.
"I already told you you sing very well, didn't I?" Miura Yumiko interjected with a smile.
"Hmm... So, between you and me, who sings better?" Hina Ebina looked at Natsumi with a wry smile, clearly asking him.
Yumiko Miura couldn't help but look at him.
Xia Sheng's lips twitched.
Where there are girls, there will be conflict.
"They're all great, they're all great! Hurry, the next song is another one by Youyuko!"
"Tch~ Such an answer? Can't you have some self-respect?"
"Mind your own business!" Xia Sheng glared at her irritably, always stirring up trouble.
Yumiko Miura secretly breathed a sigh of relief; she wanted to hear one answer, but was also afraid of the other.
"Xia Sheng, aren't you going to request a song?" she asked, changing the subject.
"Me? I don't listen to music much, I'm not familiar with it, I don't know any songs."
"It's not that exaggerated. You're just too embarrassed to sing, aren't you?" Hina Ebina mocked, exposing her lie.
"Just kidding, if I sing it, you'll never dare to sing it again, you know?"
"Anyone can brag. Give me a song if you dare!"
"Maybe next time, let me listen to a few songs first to get used to them."
"You were just bragging."
"...Dare to make a bet?" Xia Sheng couldn't hold back any longer.
"What kind of bet?"
"It's simple. Next time we come, if I sing well, you will obey one of my orders; if I don't sing well, you will obey one of my orders."
"Trying to scare me? No problem, I'll bet you, I'll accept any order you give."
"You said it yourself."
"Are you playing that high?" Miura Yumiko asked worriedly.
"It's alright, Yumiko, I'll give you a surprise later." Hina Ebina gave her a meaningful smile.
"?" Miura Yumiko didn't understand.
"You'll see when the time comes. For now, let's continue brainwashing him and sing him a few more songs to mesmerize him."
"What do you mean by 'bewitched'? Don't talk nonsense," Miura Yumiko retorted shyly.
"Hehe~"
After that, Xia Sheng quietly listened as the two took turns singing. The songs they chose were beautiful, and they sang them beautifully.
I actually enjoyed it.
Two hours passed quickly.
As dusk fell, the three of them finished their karaoke session, left the karaoke bar, and prepared to head home.
Since their homes were in different directions, and neither of them needed him to take them home, Xia Sheng parted ways with them.
He watched the two figures disappear into the distance before preparing to leave. However, he paused as soon as he turned around.
In my heart, alarm bells were ringing frantically.
He was all too familiar with this situation.
The Black Mist Man has appeared!
He searched for his target, his gaze falling on the source of the danger, but what appeared first in his field of vision were five girls.
Could it be...?