A world only known by the God of Lost Love

but……

"I always feel like... there's something missing."

As the lead singer, Ikuyo Kita tilted his head in confusion.

"The emotion of this song should be heavier... richer, right? But I always feel... it doesn't feel that way at all."

"All that's left is the lightness of the fast pace...that's not going to work."

Yamada Ryo pinched his chin and showed a thoughtful expression.

"Kita, like I said that night, try to suppress your emotions again."

"Well... about this, I still can't find that feeling quickly."

Kita Ikuyo tilted his head with a troubled expression.

"This is the first time I have sung a song without the original version... Because there is no reference, my state is easily carried away by the emotions of the accompaniment."

Although Kita Yuyo's singing skills are pretty good, she has only been singing covers of other people's songs in karaoke in the past.

For this song, which has no reference to the original singer and has complex emotions, it is really difficult for her to find the mood and state that matches it...

"Then, do you want to adjust the melody?"

Goto Kazuri asked:

"I have considered this when arranging the music, so if Kita-san really can't adapt, then we can-"

"No."

As a result, before Goto Ichiri could finish speaking, Yamada Ryo immediately shook his head:

"The current melody and rhythm of this song are the most perfect. Once modified, the greatest charm of this song will be lost. I will never allow this to happen."

According to Ryo Yamada, the most amazing thing about this song is the complex emotions that are difficult to let go.If you simplify it, the charm and value of the song will be immediately lost.

"Is there any way I can find a more suitable emotion..."

Ikuyo Kita stroked the strings of his guitar with a troubled expression.

"It's a pity that I have never been out of love, nor have I experienced anything sad. Could it be useful to read some touching stories?"

"...Kita."

While Kita Ikuyo was still struggling with how to adjust his condition, Ichichi Hongka suddenly said:

"As long as I can give you a suitable emotional reference, you should be able to imitate it, right?"

"Yes!"

"In that case, let me give you a little demonstration."

"Eh?"

After hearing the subtle heaviness in the tone of this sentence, everyone subconsciously looked at Ijichi Hongxia.

At this time, the expression on Yijizhi Hongxia's face could be said to be completely different from her past.

The gentle smile in the daytime turned into a calm smile at this time, and the eyes that were always sparkling suddenly became deep and dim at this moment.

"Ah~ Suzuki-kun's lyrics and Pochi-chan's music are so awesome, I even got into the mood accidentally."

"…………"

Seeing Ichichi Hongka's uncharacteristic look, Yamada Ryo was silent for a while, and then asked:

"Is it okay? Hongxia?"

"It's all right."

Yijizhi Hongxia gave her a reassuring smile.

"Like Suzuki-kun, I have almost let go of the past. Because of this, I am confident that I can grasp the... most important emotion in this song."

Now think about it, this is what music is all about.

Even if they cannot understand the creator's past, the audience will combine their own experiences and perceptions to generate similar emotions and resonance.

"Senior Ichichi..."

"........."

Although Kita Ikuyo and Goto Kazuri don't know what Ijichi Hioka has experienced in the past, judging from Ijichi Hioka's current state, it must be a very sad thing.

"Hey, you two over there."

Seeing the two men lowering their heads slightly, Ichichi Hongka gently tapped the cymbal at hand with her drumstick.

"Don't show such a sad expression. The emotion that Suzuki-kun wants to express in this song... is not just sadness. You should understand, little Poch, right? Otherwise, you would definitely not compose such a song."

"………………kindness."

Gotou Yisato nodded slightly.

"The mood of this song... is indeed not simply sad."

What it wants to express is what the sadness has accumulated over a long period of time.

Ichisato Goto composed this song based on his speculation about Ren Suzuki's past and his understanding of himself.

As for Yi Ji Hongxia... it was because of her past experiences that she could empathize with this.

Although it is indeed a good thing that someone can capture this feeling, but even so... Goto Kazuri still doesn't want the people around him to have such a sad experience...

"This appeal is probably the charm of music."

Looking at Ichichi Hongka's ever-changing expression, Yamada Ryo sighed from the side:

"The results of our interview this time seem to have been declared a success."

"……Yeah."

Goto Ichisato took a deep breath, and then nodded gently.

"I think so too."

"Well, everyone, get ready to focus!"

Itachi Hongxia raised her drumstick high.

"Because I have to audition while playing the drums, my drum beats may not be accurate. You should be careful not to disrupt your rhythm."

"Yes!"*3

"Okay, then let's...just continue like this."

........................

Although not everyone has the experience of sadness...but as long as you experience it once, you should be able to understand what kind of feeling Suzuki-kun's lyrics want to express.

Even if times have changed, there will still be a sense of reality that will last a lifetime.

Even if I get back on my feet, I still feel the sense of loss that comes to mind occasionally.

And...the cathartic feeling of taking it all in and turning it into statements and songs.

Yes, the mood of this song cannot be summarized as sadness, otherwise... it would be too rude to people like us.

Rather, this is a song that was written to help people move towards a better tomorrow.

So next, in order to be able to interpret this emotion to the extreme, it is indeed necessary to set back mentally for a period of time.

First go back to that day and then slowly move forward.

go ahead.

move on.

Then--

........................

Friday, [-]pm, [STARRY].

"Well, let's listen next, from the band The End -"

""Wordsって""

Chapter 62: 言って

(The title is taken from the song of the same name by ヨルシカ. It is recommended to read this chapter with the song.)

"Are you having an interview tonight? I understand."

During the lunch break on Friday, Ikuyo Kita told Ren Suzuki about the interview as promised.

"Do you need me to do anything?"

"You don't need anything. Suzuki-kun just needs to come and listen with the store manager."

"...Has Goto's original song been completed?"

"Yeah...ah, no, it seems like this should be kept secret!"

Kita Ikuyo, who subconsciously told the truth, quickly covered his mouth.

But in fact, Suzuki Ren had already guessed this the moment he received the invitation from Kita Ikuyo.

(If they just wanted me to attend the interview, they must have informed me of the specific time. Why did they wait until this day to notify me... I think it could only be because of this.)

"If there is anything you need me to do, please feel free to ask me."

Ren Suzuki said:

"Also, I will look forward to it...the original song tonight."

........................

After writing the lyrics of "Words", Ren Suzuki had similar dreams for several days.

It's not about the memories with her, but the extremely difficult time he went through after the two separated.

The fact that the person he had been with day and night suddenly disappeared from his world gave him a far more lasting sense of loss than he had previously imagined.

Social account friends who were silently deleted.

A rest day that becomes lonely and deserted.

A holiday that doesn’t need to be commemorated together.

Something belonging to her that was inadvertently dug out.

Over time, the sense of dissonance gradually evolved into a sense of emptiness, which also changed his feelings about life.

He was like a patient suffering from deafness, and it became difficult for him to be exposed to external sounds.

Whether he is regarded as a "murderer" by others who are unaware, or "sympathized" by those who are aware of it, nothing can touch Ren Suzuki's heart.

The only thing he cared about during that time was whether her life would be easier than before after the other party forgot about him. However, unfortunately, at this time, he no longer had any way to find out about her.

In this way, she completely disappeared from Suzuki Ren's world, and left Suzuki Ren alone to struggle with regret and loss.

Fortunately, this sequelae will eventually get better with the passage of time.

Everything about her eventually faded away over time, and regret and loss gradually turned into more practical reflections.

He finally let go of things about her and gained enough experience to prevent him from making the same mistake next time he encounters this situation.

Since then, the way he interacts with people has been like a lens with a filter attached. He treats everyone with gentleness and care without distinction.

His first love eventually turned into just one of his many love-break experiences, and brought him corresponding growth.

But... having said that.

If she knew that she had been in love many times since then, but none of them were successful, would she feel sorry for herself or gloat about her misfortune?

What if she knew that after that, she met a girl with a very similar personality to hers, and successfully helped her get out of her loneliness and low self-esteem.Would she be happy about this, or jealous?

This was not an unresolved affair. In fact, Suzuki Ren's relationship with her had ended long before that incident happened.

He was simply curious about her answer.

I said... Ichiri Goto.

If it were you, could you answer it on her behalf?