If there had only been good, addictive songs, the people of the Honkai world would at most have gained high popularity online. But Shigure Kira, who appeared as the finale, blew up the entire concert with her uniquely destructive singing.
Now the people of the Honkai world had both popularity and discussion.
It had been a free concert. The performers who appeared earlier either possessed heavenly voices or were beautiful with sweet vocals, singing all kinds of incredibly catchy and high-energy songs.
But when Shigure Kira came out at the end, her voice was like a death song demanding lives.
The good was truly good.
The bad was truly unbearable.
The internet was now flooded with discussions about whether this idol group called Honkai World Songstresses had done it intentionally or whether it had been an accident during the performance.
Most people generally believed it was intentional. That was why they hadn't charged for tickets at the beginning—only to let Kiraboshi come out at the end to "collect."
From the results alone, the Honkai World Songstresses idol group had left an unforgettable memory for both the live audience and those watching online.
Tsukinomori Girls' Academy.
Class 3-C.
Togawa Sakiko sat in her chair with her head in her hands. Even now, Shigure Kira's horrifying singing still echoed in her mind. She couldn't forget it.
It was too terrifying!
How could someone possibly sing that badly?!
The class bell rang. A female teacher walked into the classroom, with Angelia Schariac following behind her. The two stood together at the podium.
"This is a new transfer student who has come to Tsukinomori from overseas," the teacher said.
"Good day, everyone. My name is Angelia Schariac. I'm very happy to become your classmate. Please take care of me from now on," Angelia Schariac introduced herself with a gentle smile.
"You can sit over there," the teacher said, pointing to an empty seat by the window.
"Yes, teacher."
Angelia Schariac gave a slight bow, then walked over and took her seat.
It's her!
Togawa Sakiko turned her head and glanced at the blonde girl sitting behind her.
Aside from Shigure Kira, she was the person who had left the deepest impression during yesterday's live.
That voice, as if kissed by an angel—her singing seemed to carry magic, lingering in Sakiko's mind without fading.
Seeing Togawa Sakiko turn to look at her, Angelia Schariac returned the look with a smile.
At the Budokan that day, she had already noticed Togawa Sakiko and the others. When everyone else had been fleeing the venue, Togawa Sakiko had remained seated in the audience.
It had been impossible not to notice her.
As for Shigure Kira's singing, Angelia Schariac didn't know how to evaluate it. Through her abilities and keen observation, she had already sensed that Shigure Kira would sing poorly—but she hadn't expected it to be this bad.
Out of curiosity, she had probed Togawa Sakiko, only to find that she couldn't read her thoughts at all.
Clearly, this person had secrets.
With the Herrscher of Sentience present in this world, Angelia Schariac had no opportunity to make a move against Raiden Mei. She knew very well that the portion of power she had branched from other Herrscher authorities would most likely be detected if she acted.
Since that was the case, she might as well change her target.
She had carefully observed Togawa Sakiko. She wasn't a Herrscher like Sister Vita—just an ordinary human.
So why could an ordinary human be immune to her ability?
She was very curious.
When break time arrived,
The girls in the class immediately gathered around Angelia Schariac.
"Angelia, are you an idol? Were you the one singing at the Budokan that day?!"
"Yes, that was me."
Angelia Schariac nodded and admitted it. She felt no particular attachment to the identity of an idol.
What use was singing beautifully?
It wouldn't help her be with Sister Vita.
"I love your songs. They're so beautiful!"
"Angelia, could you sing something for us a cappella?"
"Yeah, Angelia!"
The other girls chimed in eagerly.
"Sure."
After a moment's thought, Angelia Schariac agreed.
"This can't go on.
If this continues, look at me.
My heart is already sinking deeper and deeper for you.
If saying it out loud would ruin our relationship,
Then I'd rather not say it at all..."
She began to sing a song a cappella. Even without musical accompaniment, and with her ability subtly in effect, her voice still drew people into it completely.
Girls from the neighboring class were drawn over as well, standing at the doorway to listen.
When the song ended,
The entire classroom fell silent.
"Wow, that was incredible."
"Angelia, could you sing another one?"
...
"Singing in the classroom like this would disturb others. I can't sing another," Angelia Schariac shook her head and refused.
"With a voice that beautiful, how could it be a disturbance?!"
"Angelia, can you give me your autograph?"
"Me too!"
The girls around her looked disappointed when they heard she wouldn't continue.
Togawa Sakiko, sitting in the front, turned around to glance at the extremely popular Angelia Schariac, who was surrounded by people.
Her singing ability was truly extraordinary.
"Angelia, when is your band's next live?" someone asked.
"I don't have a band," Angelia Schariac replied.
"Aren't you a member of the Honkai World Songstresses?"
"I am. But that isn't a band. We're just companions who have fun together."
"I see!"
"Angelia, are you interested in playing in a band? How about joining mine as the lead vocalist?"
"Don't listen to her—join my band instead! Our overall level is higher than hers."
...
Angelia Schariac listened to the girls inviting her one after another.
When the class bell rang and everyone dispersed back to their seats,
Togawa Sakiko finally turned around and tentatively asked, "Do you want to join my band?"
She wasn't holding much hope.
For Ave Mujica's lead vocalist, the person Togawa Sakiko had in mind was Misumi Uika.
But Angelia's singing was simply too good.
So she decided to ask anyway.
"Sure."
To her surprise, Angelia Schariac nodded and agreed.
"Eh?!"
Togawa Sakiko's face filled with shock.
Inside CRYCHIC's practice room,
Nagasaki Soyo, Wakaba Mutsumi, Takamatsu Tomori, Shiina Taki, and Angelia Schariac rehearsed together several times.
Angelia Schariac took over Togawa Sakiko's position on keyboard and integrated perfectly into CRYCHIC.
Not only could she blend seamlessly into CRYCHIC, she was also an all-round super genius—skilled at guitar, bass, drums, and keyboard alike, and at an extremely high level.