Bottom-tier voice actress wants to become a big star on VTuber.

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Green Fairy couldn't wait to take control of the song request booth: "Come on! Who wants to go first? Let's warm things up!"

Her fingers flew across the screen, as excited as a conductor receiving a new musical score.

"Well... shall I make a fool of myself first?" Rion Takamiya took a deep breath, walked to the microphone, her eyes showing a little nervousness, and then secretly glanced at Toru Shimizu, as if seeking encouragement.

She requested the song "Tobacco." As the intro began, she tried her best to muster all her energy and sing out the bittersweet feeling of the original song.

Unfortunately, her overly sweet voice was difficult to control. When she sang the high notes in the chorus, her breath was noticeably unstable, her voice became weak, and the last line even had a cute crack.

"Pfft—" Machida Chima quickly covered her mouth, her shoulders shaking as she tried to suppress her laughter.

Rion Takamiya's face instantly turned bright red, like a ripe apple, and she stomped her foot in frustration: "Ugh! It still doesn't work!"

She stormed back to Shimizu Toru's side, burying her face in his shoulder. "Toru! They're laughing at me!"

Shimizu Toru suppressed a laugh and patted her back: "Commendable courage, commendable courage. You'll get better with more practice in breathing."

He looked up and met Lily's mischievous gaze. Lily gracefully stood up and took the microphone: "Well then, I'll cleanse your ears next."

She chose a soothing old English song, "Can't Help Falling in Love".

Her clear and gentle voice flowed out, carrying a touch of lazy sweetness, and every transition was handled delicately and smoothly.

When she sang with deep emotion, her gaze drifted intentionally or unintentionally towards Qing Shui Tou, her eyes sparkling with tender affection.

Gentian nodded gently in rhythm, while Green Fairy showed a satisfied expression that said, "That's more like it."

As the song ended and applause erupted, Lily in the sunset gracefully bowed, as if she had completed her stage performance. Her gaze returned to Toru Shimizu, a hint of pride in her eyes.

“Not bad, not bad. Lily’s English is perfect, as expected of someone who has lived abroad.”

Green Fairy commented, her fingers still flying across the keyboard: "Then next one... how about something different?"

Gentian smiled slightly and rose gracefully: "Then I will offer a song of enka, Tsugaru Strait - Winter Scenery."

She picked up the microphone, stood tall, and her aura instantly changed. Her rich and penetrating voice rang out, carrying the unique vicissitudes and long vibrato of Enka, and the atmosphere instantly became Showa.

"As expected of the Queen! The Showa Diva!" Machida Chima clapped her hands vigorously, her eyes filled with admiration.

"You brat, are you implying I'm getting old?!" Ryudan-zun glared at her, then his gaze returned to Shimizu Toru with interest.

"So, Toru-kun? Everyone's waiting for you. Would you like to come and serve me first, or Ovdose?"

"Ahem, since none of us have any original songs yet, I won't stir up any trouble. Let's play my favorite song from Kenshi Yonezu's works."

"Lemon? Or Los?"

Lemon is out of the question. Now, whenever I hear that name, all I can think of is the melancholy of that day, the loneliness of that day, and the loneliness of that day.

He quickly shook his head to dispel the lingering ghostly atmosphere and revealed the answer: "None of them are correct. It's gray and blue."

Compared to Hachi's other works, this duet with Masaki Suda is more likely to resonate with students of the University of Tokyo because of its sentimental reflections on growing up and nostalgia for their youth.

People from the University of Tokyo always have a great interest in themes about people who once shared the same ideals but gradually drifted apart due to reality.

"Then I'll sing my husband's part." Green Fairy, whose throat was already itching, quickly seized the opportunity to sing along.

"Your husband? Didn't you say last time that you've never been in a relationship?"

No sooner had Chima Machida finished speaking than Midori Sen, enraged, retorted, "Can't I unilaterally declare Suda Masaki my husband?!"

"Stop arguing, stop arguing, just sing properly."

Just then, the familiar guitar intro began, and Shimizu Toru opened his mouth, his clear and magnetic young voice saying, "That summer, with its fleeting sleeves, I sat on the train at dawn and recalled that nostalgic scenery."

Unlike other choral songs, the first part of Grey and Blue is sung by Hachi, so Green Fairy can only wait.

It wasn't until the second verse that she picked up the microphone and began: "I leaned lazily against the seat of a taxi traveling on a smooth road, sneezed, and gazed out the window."

The song quickly moved into the chorus, where the two singers, whose voices complemented each other perfectly, sang in unison: "Even though we are covered in wounds, we still offer bouquets to each day that never ends, following those old, boring faces, we still sing, we still sing, we still sing."

As the last note faded, its lingering resonance echoed in the well-insulated room, followed by a brief silence and then enthusiastic applause.

"Wow—" Machida Chima jumped up: "It sounds so good~ Listening to you two sing is a real treat for the ears!"

"Hmm~" Green Fairy pushed up her glasses: "That's right, don't you even know who I am?"

Xu Hai, who had been huddled in the corner listening to the conversation, finally stretched out and slowly stood up from the sofa.

She stretched her neck, making a slight clicking sound, like a beast finally waking up, walked to the karaoke machine, and casually swiped her fingers a few times.

Then, as soon as the intro started, Shimizu Toru recognized it: "A Lonely Jealousy?"

This is a classic yandere song from the early days. Although the song is essentially a yandere song, it's irresistible to singers, especially male singers, who like to pant.

As a result, when Xu Hai opened his mouth, there was not a trace of astringency; he was as upright as someone about to pass the civil service exam.

When the song ended, she casually put the microphone on the stand, resumed her lazy demeanor, and slowly swayed back to her favorite sofa: "Ah...that felt good. Whose turn is it now?"

"It's my turn! It's my turn!" Machida Chima quickly raised her hand, afraid that someone would cut in line.

Three hours later, the group, having had their fill, waved goodbye to Shimizu and the other two, then caught the train.

Volume 1: Chapter 79 First Meeting with Mamoru Miyano

The next day, a recording studio in Chiyoda Ward was filled with an atmosphere completely different from when Eutpe sang.

It's quieter and more focused here; the air seems to be thick with a meticulous attention to detail in sound.

At this moment, Shimizu Toru is recording the audition, the scene at the beginning of the fourth episode where the main characters meet to discuss how to improve the names of the two female leads.

The story of "Carole & Tuesday" is basically about a black girl and a rich, beautiful young woman who form a duo and participate in The Voice of Mars to pursue their musical dreams.

The story is set decades in the future, in a world where humans have migrated to Mars and all music is created by AI, with humans only responsible for providing the sound sources.

The first two episodes explained how the two female leads met. Andy, voiced by Toru Shimizu, also appeared in the second episode. She filmed the two sneaking into a concert hall to sing and posted the video online, which led to their being noticed by Gus, the manager voiced by Akio Otsuka.

The third episode tells the story of the three of them going to Andy's friend, the famous DJ Etgen, voiced by Mamoru Miyano, to ask him to help them make a medley of the two female leads' original songs.

As expected, the meeting failed, which led to the meeting of the four people.

—Originally, he was supposed to have a scene with the other person in the second episode, but Mamoru Miyano's schedule was too full, so he recorded it together with the scenes in the third episode. Toru Shimizu dubbed the scene while listening to the other person's recording.

"That's it, let's begin the second Ceremony of Fame."

As a veteran, Akio Otsuka is so experienced that he can perfectly match the lip movements to a PowerPoint-like storyboard at a glance: "The plan to have the DJ communicate with spirits last time ended in failure, so we need to think of another way."

"No, it's featured (skewered dishes)."

Shimizu Toru instantly got into character, lowering his voice by half an octave, with a calmness unique to urban youth who had seen the world: "And rather than a failure, it was more like a fire..." (Dest almost burned down the Egent's house)

"What's the next plan?"

The one who answered was Miyuri Shimabukuro, Carol's voice actress. Although she was born in 94, she should be considered a veteran voice actress.

But in reality, she had only just debuted two years ago. Last year, she was suddenly pushed by Osawa Agency and landed two leading roles: Yunohana, the female lead in "Yuru-sou no Yuuna-san", and Nagisa Aragaki in "Hanebado!"

—By the way, this person seems to have an alternate identity in the adult entertainment industry, and is rumored to be the female lead in Yuzusoft's new work.

"If you want to become a viral sensation online, you really have to rely on videos, like music videos."

"MV!?"

"I want to take a picture!"

The other female lead, Tuesday, is voiced by Kana Ichinose, who is also a newcomer who debuted less than three years ago and suddenly received two lead roles last year.

Of the four main characters, apart from Akio Otsuka, they are all cheap actors who cost 1.5 yen per episode. The money saved was indeed used wisely.

Aside from the somewhat subtly flawed plot, the animation, music, and hand-drawn live performances are all top-notch.

Shimizu Toru recited his lines methodically: "If you want to make a film that Justin would approve of, you can probably become a huge star."

"Wait, wait, who should we get to film this? Besides, it's going to cost a fortune, right?" Akio Otsuka had a firm grasp on Gas's stingy nature and spoke in a slightly mercenary tone.

"This item just happened to be available at the flea market."

"Director AI Idya, what is this?"

"One AI can handle everything from photography to post-production, and it only takes 19 mistakes."

The title of the fourth episode is "Video killed the radio star," which was the first music video broadcast on the American MTV channel.

This episode is about four people who rented an AI director for 19 yuan. The AI ​​director then destroyed Roddy's limited edition Gundam, blew up a sports car worth millions, and left behind a music video that was a major faux pas.

It's clearly Shinichiro Watanabe intentionally satirizing those trashy directors who only know how to make big scenes in music videos and movies.

Incidentally, Roddy borrowed the sports car from Egent, danced 120 times for the music video, and even paid for the AI ​​in the end—a true all-purpose tool.

Just then, the heavy soundproof door of the recording studio was gently pushed open.

A figure slipped in silently, moving so quickly that he made almost no sound. He was wearing a stylish casual suit, his hair was meticulously styled, and he had a gentle yet highly noticeable smile on his face.

It is Mamoru Miyano who voices the popular DJ Etgen in the show.

He seemed to have just finished another recording session, or perhaps he was just passing by and gave a slight bow to everyone in the control room, especially Director Watanabe.

He quietly leaned against the wall with his arms crossed, his gaze naturally falling on Shimizu Toru, who was recording. His gaze carried the curiosity of a professional scrutinizer, as well as the observation of a senior towards a junior.

Shimizu caught a glimpse of the figure at the door out of the corner of his eye. Although there was glass between them, the distinctive aura and features made him instantly recognize the person.

Wow! Zero!? Oh wait, MAMO-san??

In a moment of distraction, the last syllable of his next short sentence trembled slightly due to his unsteady breath.

"Cut!" The sound supervisor's voice rang out immediately, with a hint of sternness: "Shimizu-san, watch your breath! The last note of that sentence was off, and your emotions weren't stable enough. Do it again."

Qing Shui's face instantly felt hot. Damn it! How could I make such a basic mistake at work!

He quickly took a deep breath, forcing himself to calm down and refocusing his attention on the character and lines. He bowed slightly in apology: "I'm sorry, I'll be more careful."

Mamoru Miyano leaned against the wall, a hint of amusement playing at the corners of his lips, but his gaze remained focused.

During the second recording, Shimizu Toru cleared his mind of distractions and portrayed Roddy even better, successfully completing the segment.

When he took off his headphones and walked out of the recording studio, Mamoru Miyano was already smiling and greeting him.

"Shimizu-kun, nice to meet you." Mamoru Miyano extended his hand, his voice gentle and magnetic, carrying the warmth of a senior.

"Your performance just now was fantastic! You portrayed the character of Roddy very well. You truly deserve to be called a rising star."

Shimizu Toru quickly grasped the other person's hands, flattered and overwhelmed: "Miyano-senpai! It's a pleasure to meet you! Thank you so much for your compliment. I apologize for what you did earlier."

Mamoru Miyano laughed heartily: "Haha, don't mind it! Everyone has their little troubles during their rookie period. It's just that I suddenly came in to bother you. I heard that someone's looks are just as good as mine, so I couldn't help but come and see."

He looked Shimizu Toru up and down, his eyes sincere: "Shimizu-kun's voice is very distinctive, and his foundation is very solid. ARTSVION has struck gold this time."

As a well-known handsome but eccentric figure in the industry, Mamoru Miyano's quirky personality makes him very easy to get along with, and he never makes things difficult for newcomers.

"Senior, you flatter me! I still have a long way to go and much to learn." Shimizu Toru quickly said modestly, not daring to take advantage of the situation under everyone's watchful eyes.

If you accept all the praise from others, you'll be criticized behind your back for being ungrateful.

"Carole & Tuesday is a wonderful work. Although we were only responsible for the dialogue in the music, it was still a privilege to be a part of it." Mamoru Miyano patted Toru Shimizu on the shoulder, looking very relaxed.

"Yes! I will keep working hard!"

"Good luck, Watanabe-san rarely praises people."

This information gave Shimizu Toru a real jolt. To receive Mamoru Miyano's initiative in speaking to him and offering encouragement, and even to have it hinted at by Director Watanabe's approval, was an unexpected delight.

He quickly bowed again: "Thank you so much for your encouragement, senior. I will definitely work even harder!"

Mamoru Miyano chatted with him for a few more minutes, encouraging him to relax and enjoy the recording process, before taking his leave and leaving behind a dashing silhouette.

The other staff members in the recording studio seemed to look at Qing Shuitou with a slightly different gaze.

The fact that he could communicate so naturally with a big name like Mamoru Miyano and gain his favor speaks volumes, even if it was just polite conversation at times.

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Chapter 62 had several hundred words highlighted and required revisions, which made me lose all motivation to write.

Not only have I not made up for the chapters I owed, but I've also accumulated two more chapters due to donations, making it a total of 13 chapters! No way! I must make up for it this month!

Volume 1: Chapter 80: Arrangements for the July anime season

An episode of animation is about 24 minutes long, and the recording time is generally about one and a half hours.

If Shimizu Toru is still playing a minor role, he can leave immediately after filming. But Andy is barely considered a lead role, so he can only wait with Otsuka Akio and the others.

Originally, he was supposed to have a scene with Mamoru Miyano in the fourth episode, but unfortunately, Miyano's work schedule was already booked until the end of the year, and even Shinichiro Watanabe had to accommodate his schedule.

—If it's just voice acting, I can definitely manage, but if I add live performances, radio shows, variety shows, etc., I'll be overwhelmed.