Looking tense, Chika thinks, “—what did I
just see just now... Wrong, what did I hear...? Everyone looks tense except for
Suzuka and Satowa. Satowa starts to applaud. This snaps Hiro out of it and she
starts to clap. Everyone else starts to applaud.
Atsumu says that it’s amazing. He asks
Natsu, isn’t it amazing. “I got overwhelmed by their vigor...!!” Natsu smiles
and says, yes. Natsu thinks that’s wrong, he should say that basically it isn’t
of the same dimension. “Against that kind of person as a rival, how can we even
compare.”
At the backstage, Kifune tells everyone
otsukaresama ‘good work’ and they did a perfect performance today. Crying Miran
mutters that she is once...again being...disrupted by...this kind of person...
Looking at Lucas, she says that she is obviously the leading role of this
piece... “How come you are always bothering me...!!”
Imari shouts, hey, hey, quit flattering
herself! “How come you are treating yourself as the lead role. You are simply
just sitting at the C position---” Miran shouts, get lost, gaudy banshee*.
[<-heavy makeup and gaudy dress + female ghost] Imari shouts ha!?
Lucas tells Miran that he simply took in the
music she all-out played and at the same time, he all-out responded to it,
that’s all. “In the end, it is a splendid music that we produced together.
Don’t you think that it is very amazing--”
Miran grabs his coat and says, “Shut up,
you shiny monster. Just like the others, you are simply a prop for my koto
music. One day, I will totally swallow up your koto music.” Miran starts to
leave. Furious Imari shouts, “Wait...who is your prop!? Quit joking around, you
stinky woman!!” Kio tells Imari to let it go.
Lucas looks at Miran then smiles. With
flowers, he tells the others that Miran said that she’ll swallow him up. “Like
that, won’t we merged into one body? Just hearing that makes me all excited.” Irked
Imari says, seriously shut up, pervert.
Kio tells Yasu that by all means, don’t say
that in front of Miran. Wide-eyed Lucas says huh, why? Aghast Imari says that
it is scary that Lucas had become perverted up to that extent. Kio says and
aside from that, he is still so pure... While watching them, Kifune smiles and
sighs. He thinks that indeed, a group of interesting kids had become a group...
At the lobby, crossed-armed Suzuka quietly
watches Chika, Takezou and the three. They look down. Isaki thinks that after
hearing that kind of performance, even if it is them, it isn’t strange that
they became like THAT... “Ah, but, at this time, it seems that I’ve also
shouldn’t butt in...”
Chika says, “...the piece that those people
played... Those melodies, it isn’t easy to understand at all, right?” Takezou
says ya, right. Kouta says the rhythm, too...he totally doesn’t understand it.
Sane says those people used a lot of playing method that he hasn’t seen before.
Michi says that obviously, there is no
microphone but it is still very loud when they performed. Atsumu says
ab...about that... Chika says how can he say this— “Whether it is the technique
or the detailed aspects, I totally don’t understand it but *excited* they
played really well, right...!!? (That is the performance of the winner in the
Nationals...!!!)”
Takezou says ya...!!! The others are also
getting excited as Michi and Sane start to laugh. The other members look
amused-surprised. Standing up, Sane exclaims, “By the way, obviously, it is a
piece for people to listen to but how come it seems that I have SEEN the
piece!?” Michi exclaims in agreement.
Kouta exclaims that even if it seems that
he is seeing something when listening to Meiryou and Hakuto, but it is more of
that when it is Ichiei, right!!? Turning to Suzuka, Chika shouts that is a kind
of killer skill [/move] and they’ll also do that move!! Suzuka says no, what
the hell.
He explains that the sorts of things that
they SAW is due to the really huge ‘amount of information’ that is contained
inside Ichiei’s performance. Chika says, amount of information... Suzuka says
that’s right so aside from listening to the music, they also received other
information. Chika and others say, so it’s like that, they totally don’t
understand.
Aghast Hiro says that there are still three
months before the Nationals, yet they already practiced that piece up to that
extend... “What would it be like when it is already the Nationals?” Suzuka says
that they’ll probably play a different piece during the Nationals.
Surprised Hiro asks if he is saying that
they started practicing a new piece from today on!? Suzuka says no, after all
this is a music school. “The possibility that they are practicing many pieces
at the same time is quite high.” Chika says then, that piece they just played
is just one of the several pieces that they are practicing at the same time.
Suzuka says that it should be.
They were interrupted by Lucas calling out
to Miran asking if she is really going back. “Next time, I can still listen to
many pieces, right?” Miran angrily says that he’s noisy to death and she isn’t
interested. Chika and others are surprised for it is Ichiei.
Lucas says that it is definitely very
interesting and together, she’ll also come-- Miran shouts if he isn’t finished
yet, quit following her around!! To Takezou and Sane’s shock, Chika shouts,
“Hey!!” Miran turns around and says, ha? Freaking out, Takezou apologizes for
suddenly calling them out. He whispers to Chika to stop, what is he thinking!?
Chika says thinking of what, he simply
wants to greet their rivals... This surprises Lucas and Miran. Lucas smiles and
says, rivals...? Takezou nervously says, that they are the koto club of
Kanagawa’s Tokize High... Lucas mutters, Tokize...
Nervous Takezou incoherently says that this
year’s total culture festival, because they are also going to participate so
about that... Chika says glasses, talk properly. Takezou says that he’s so
mean. Going towards them, Satowa asks the two what are they doing. Looking
surprised, Lucas says, “...Houdzuki... Satowa...?” Satowa says huh.
To everyone’s shock including Miran, Lucas suddenly
hugs Satowa tight and shouts, “I really couldn’t dare believe it!! It’s the
person herself!! My goddess!!! Satowa!!” Chika immediately pulls Satowa to him
and pushes Lucas away. Satowa is blushing red. Chika asks what are you doing—
After looking surprised, Lucas smiles and
apologizes. “It is really rude to suddenly hug a girl. I’m just too excited.
I’m Lucas Chevalier. After I have heard of Satowa and that ‘legendary
disqualified performance’ during the Nationals, I had become Satowa’s loyal
fan!!” Chika mutters that he is calling her by her first name.
Sparkling Lucas holds out a picture and
says, “Look your picture. I cut it from a magazine. I have made it into a
protective amulet that I carry around every day. I thought that you are going
to Ichiei. I didn’t think that afterwards, there would be no news anymore...
...Don’t you know how disappointed I was...
But in last year’s ‘Japanese [/National] Music DAYS’, I was truly very shock to
see the report regarding you and Tokize...! I didn’t think that you’ll all come
together to watch us. I’m truly honored!!”
While they all look puzzled, Sane asks,
“...Japanese Music DAYS? Report?” [<- I think it is a magazine of Komaki and
Tsukaji/the reporters before] Lucas asks if they didn’t know, their performance
was evaluated quite highly there!! This shocks Chika and others.
Chika shouts at Suzuka how come he doesn’t
know about this. Sane shouts if it is for real!! Sane says report, does Suzuka
knew about it earlier on. Suzuka casually says that they can say that. Kouta
shouts for him to tell them earlier on!!!
Suzuka says that it is because he feels
that after they knew, they’ll get carried away. The others say that of course
they will be proud [/complacent] as if their lives depended on it. “There’s a
reason for us to get carried away!!”
Sparkling, Michi tells the others that they
look for that report once they return. Atsumu says that he also wants to see
it. Lucas laughs and says that they’re so lively that it is really interesting.
Holding a pen and the picture, Lucas tells Satowa that if it is convenient for
her, can she sign her name on the picture—
To his surprise, Miran crushes the picture
and darkly tells him to quit doing this kind of shameful thing. She confirms
with Chika if a while ago, he just said that they are rivals. Chika says that’s
right.
Miran angrily says, “What are you guys, I
basically look down on you people. A group that plays koto as a club activity for
fun would even think of themselves as my rival. Hearing that makes me want to
puke!!! *Chika and Takezou look surprised* You people--”
Lucas seriously calls out to Miran and says
that she and the value of her music would simply be pulled down by those words
and those thoughts of hers. This made Miran grind her teeth. She shouts that he
isn’t allowed to lecture her...!
“You *Chika* And you *Satowa* You people
*Takezou and others* and even you!! *Lucas* No matter which one of you, don’t
even think that you can win against me.”
With that, Miran turned to leave. Lucas
calls out to her and then sighs. He smiles and apologizes to Chika and others.
He says that Miran is so serious when koto is mentioned that she becomes a bit
oversensitive. Chika asks if that is called a bit oversensitive.
Lucas tells them that it is because for
her, koto is her everything. “Then, I’ll be going ahead. I’m really happy to be
able to see Satowa and you people. I really anticipate your performance during
the Nationals!”
After a pause, Chika calls out, “...let me
say! Is your [/plural; Lucas and others] goal is to become professionals?”
After looking surprised, Lucas turns to them and says, “Of course. We are
prepared to offer our lives for koto.” Everyone looks surprised as Lucas smiles
and walks away.
On the bus, Akira tensely looks behind.
Suzuka asks her what is it. She tells him that it is nothing. “It is just that
they are so quiet... so...” Suzuka tells her that today, they ought to have
gotten a lot of stimulation so they have a lot of thoughts.
“On contrary, if it isn’t like that then
I’ll be quite troubled. Entering [/getting in touch with] a new world *scene of
Takezou* Go and be aware *scene of Kouta* Go and reflect on it. *scene of Sane*
Go and be distressed. *scene of Michi* Go and search. *scene of Hiro* Go and be
perplexed. *scene of Atsumu*...
...Go and know. *scene of Natsu* Go and
comprehend. *scene of Satowa* And once again, turn it into something as your
own. *scene of Chika* Going up to the next level or not moving a step further,
all of it depends on themselves.” The sun sets as the bus approaches the toll
gate.
Comment: Well, they were stunned at first then become a bit challenged upon
seeing Ichiei’s performance. It made them want to have that kind of make the
audience ‘see the imagery’ skill. Hm...I get the impression that they had it
before. ^^;
After that, the gap between them becomes
obvious. As a music school, Ichiei has been practicing all day and night
various pieces. Of course, it cannot be compared to them who are only playing
as a club activity apart from studying. Miran is most likely insulted that they
would think they are her rival.
But then, her arrogant attitude doesn’t
make her likeable. Lucas is a good match for her as he tempers both her wild
music and attitude. I would think that she is ‘dark’ and he is ‘light’.
Somehow, I feel that Miran is also quite irked that Lucas is a fan of Satowa.
Something like even if she ‘claims’ to hate
Lucas but she doesn’t want him to admire someone else. After all, she stopped that
autograph signing. And yup, quick response by Chika. It took a while before
Lucas realizes that he shouldn’t be doing that. =P
And, the ‘final blow’ is the realization
that they are up against who want to be professionals and their lives only
revolve around playing koto. So, in order to win the Nationals, they have to
level up. And, in a way, I think it will be a feel good moment when Miran
learns not to look down on people.
Regarding not telling them about the
magazine article, I don’t know if it is right or wrong. ^^; Right since they
won’t think too highly of themselves over it. Wrong because they would always
have the impression that they aren’t that amazing = no encouragement. Still, in
the end, it was okay after they heard Lucas parting words and how Miran reacted
to them.
Lastly, apparently, Ichiei’s piece is
indeed pitting Miran vs Lucas. Perhaps, this is a weak point because the group
isn’t exactly in good terms with each other. Okay, it is mostly with Miran and
Lucas along with Imari. The other two guys aren’t too bothered. ^^;; Scans by 二次元秘店汉化組
Word
of the day:
Enthusiasm and emotions are fleeting
things, but hard work and perseverance remain- and pay off. ‘The plans of the diligent
lead surely to plenty, but those of everyone who is hasty, surely to poverty.
Proverbs 21:5’ ~ 101 mottos for success by J. Richards and M.S. Fontaine.
Thanks for the summary! I am always surprised about the different eccentric characters the mangaka can come up with!
ReplyDeleteAlso I think Lucas likes dark people. That is why he fell for Satowa after her disqualifying performance which was filled with her loneliness, frustration, anger, and bitterness. I wonder what he will think of her new sound? And I hope Miran does get a brutal awakening! It's like she loves the Koto but not music. Otherwise she would appreciate others sounds? Idk. Dont get her character yet. Again thanks for sharing Kat!
Thanks for reading, Carol ^-^
DeleteOh, that's right. Attracted to people opposite of his nature? I would think that he also likes it since he is still a fan.
Same here. In a way, she is egocentric.
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ReplyDeletei think i figured out the comment problem it is from the browser itself, i'm using a different browser now and i can comment
the chapter,
miran reminds me of the girl from the all girl school (i forgot thename of the school and the girl) who is overly obsessed with koto because basically that's all theyknow in life i honestly think at one point sotawa was the same (early chapters were she didn't join the others etc) i think if satowa went to ishiai she would've been the same as miran , i understand their point but at the same time the whole thing is wrong (in my opinion) because you really can't make one thing the center of your life, or else the moment that thing/person let you down then you can no longer function , i also don't think tokoise or any other school have no "rights" because they play the koto as a hobby , objectively speaking people can be sincere about something for a period of time and then move on to other thing , it never means that the time spent was meaningless of that they shouldn't end that time with a trofy just because there was an expiration date . the article i guess tokoise can get carried away or encouraged and in either case i don't think knowing about it in this timing is a bad timing , ishiai reminds me of mio's school were there is a focus on few people and the rest act like backup and maybe that's why i like tokoise better because you can actually relate to all of them individually
thanks
emmahoshi
That's great, emmahoshi ^-^
DeleteOut of curiosity, which browser doesn't like commenting on this blog? =P
Kazusa? I don't think she is in the same with Miran though. Kazusa idolizes someone, has a cute sis whom she adores and a friend who is always there with her. Miran seems like more of a loner and her world revolves around koto. And not only that, she feels that she is superior compared to everyone else. Her attitude might be worse if Lucas couldn't surpass her playing.
Satowa has her mother so I don't think she would have ended up like Miran.
I agree. In a way, it is like putting all one's eggs in one basket. If one drops the basket...
True...though it is indeed a harsh truth that they couldn't be compared with each other. Students playing koto as a hobby for a club vs students playing koto to become professional koto musicians. <- in reality, of course.
Yup ^^ And hopefully, that will be one of their edge to win ^^
sorry for late reply i was away for few days
Deleteit's chrome my favourite browser and it is not only this blog i have the problem in another blog too
kazusa and satowa are not 100% like miran but they do havesome of her tendencies at least in their earlier days things like i only care about being pro and you people don't deserve to play the koto now ofcourse both of them had these eelings due to being hurt rather thanbeing angry like miran and it just made me interested in knwoingif they could've possibly developed into a miran had they not had a good support system.
indeed in reality profossionals win but this is a school competition do i do think there are other judging qualities to be considered
emmahoshi
Chika finally getting a love rival AND a music rival you think? :D
ReplyDeleteAs always much appreciated for all your hard work Kat, now that' we've scoped the competition let's see what our main crew can do to counter ;)
Hm...love rival, I think it is too early to say. For now, he really seems like a fan ^^ Music rival...hm...not sure. This series is more on team effort/group performance vs one on one. If it is a solo, I don't think Chika can rival a guy who can sing/hum and attract birds to him. ^^;;
DeleteThanks for reading, Krimzon Striker ^^ Yup...what will be their next move.
Thanks Kat, great work as always and can barely call this a summary, such detailed job you do, thank you very much do.
ReplyDeleteYea, she's "dark" and the guy is "light", but she's still a mystery to me, that arrogant darkness of her, the silly "jealousy" and the fairly attitude - I mean, she is in a music school and over here, no one goes to that just to mess around with their lives for some time, they go because they want to do something with music for their lives, so I give her that; but I can't figure her out at all, lol.
Once again, thanks Kat, great work.
Thank you for reading, Fê ^-^
DeleteYup. We'll surely know more of her later on.
=)
thaaaaanks!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome ^-^
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