Chapter 42

———— On the first day of the Year of the Sheep, I wish everyone a year of achieving all your wishes, everything going smoothly, good health, and a happy family! Today, due to many events, there will only be two updates. Please everyone, collect, recommend, and support more. Thank you all! ——————

The AKB48 second generation members are about to have their official debut, which has received widespread attention, not only from the otaku in Akihabara but also from some local entertainment reporters.

On the morning of April 1st, in the AKB48 training hall, the 17 members of Team K stood neatly in front of Natsuyumi. Despite the debut being today, the girls still looked anxious at the stern instructor before them.

"You've all worked hard these past days..." Natsuyumi's tone was still cold, but the girls could sense a hint of warmth in her voice.

"Don't leave any regrets today!"

After saying this, Natsuyumi turned to leave.

"Teacher Natsuyumi..." Akimoto Manaka called out softly. Natsuyumi paused and turned around.

Akimoto Manaka glanced at her teammates...

"Thank you, Teacher Natsuyumi!" The girls bowed deeply to Natsuyumi.

"There's no need to thank me... It's the result of your hard work..." This time, Natsuyumi's tone was much gentler.

By the time the girls raised their heads, Natsuyumi was already gone.

"Finally, over a month of training is over... Why do I feel a bit reluctant to part with it..." Kobayashi Kana started the conversation.

"Yes... Although we were exhausted like dogs those days... But now looking back, those days were really fulfilling..." Miyazaki Sae sighed softly.

"Let's sit down and chat..." Ohori Megumi gathered the members and they sat in a circle.

While no one was paying attention, Oshimizu Yuki kissed Kawanishi Chiharu lightly, making the little girl blush.

"Over the past month, thank you all for your company... It's really fortunate to have met you all." Ohori Megumi looked sincerely at her younger teammates.

"Saying this makes some people feel a bit sad... And you've always been taking care of us..." The always quiet and reserved Umeda Ayaka smiled at Ohori Megumi.

After that, the girls shared their experiences and gains over the past month. Although it was not a long time, it was enough to create deep bonds among them...

"We have to perform this afternoon... Everyone, let's do our best." Thinking about the upcoming debut, the girls couldn't hide their excitement and anticipation.

"I wonder how many people will watch the performance?" Kawanishi Chiharu said softly.

"It should be more than seven people..." Matsubara Natsuki said uncertainly.

Oshimizu Yuki looked deeply at Matsubara Natsuki, wanting to say something but swallowing it back...

"Yuki, has the agent contacted you?" Akimoto Manaka changed the topic.

"We should all belong to AKS..." Oshimizu Yuki was a bit uncertain, remembering the young agent who gave her a business card.

"I heard that Mr. Kagawa has already signed with Horikita and the three seniors from the first generation..." Sato Natsuki's face showed a hint of envy and longing.

"Yes... Mr. Kagawa is really impressive... If I had such an agent, it would be great..." Kobayashi Kana dreamed of her bright future...

"Yuki, has Mr. Kagawa contacted you again?" Masuda Yuka asked.

Oshimizu Yuki was taken aback and then laughed bitterly, "No... Mr. Kagawa probably already forgot about me..."

"Alright... Everyone, rest well for a bit. This afternoon, we will have our official debut. As Teacher Natsuyumi said, don't leave any regrets!"

"We understand, let's all do our best!"

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The Team K performance was scheduled to start at 1 PM.

At 12:30 PM, fans and media began to enter, while the Team K members were already in the backstage dressing room, ready.

Compared to the A team's debut, which had only seven people, the Team K debut attracted many more people... The 250 seats were booked early...

A staff member in charge of counting the audience handed the data to Tohokazaki Tomonobu, but he showed no excitement, instead being very cautious...

"Looks like Mr. Tohokazaki is not satisfied with this result..." Natsuyumi walked over.

Tohokazaki Tomonobu frowned and said, "This reminds me of the A team's trial performance..."

"People need time to accept... The Team K girls may face more challenges..."

"Why do you say that..."

"From the moment they were born, they were seen as rivals to the A team. Many people will compare them to the A team, but due to the first impression, their style may not be accepted by the old AKB fans, and some media may have their own opinions... Plus the pressure from the A team members... These girls are not having an easy time..." Natsuyumi sighed softly.

Tohokazaki Tomonobu thought for a moment and nodded slightly.

"Why didn't you go backstage to help them relieve their stress?" Tohokazaki Tomonobu asked.

Natsuyumi laughed at herself, "If I were there, their stress would only be greater!"

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In the backstage, the Team K girls sat together, the air as tense as if it were frozen.

No one spoke, and no one could speak... They were like tightly stretched strings...

A slight touch would release the accumulated energy and state...

"Everyone... Don't have such expressions..." Oshimizu Yuki forced a smile, but it was very stiff...

The members didn't speak, they kept reviewing the lyrics and dance moves... Oshimizu Yuki awkwardly shook her head and didn't say anything more...

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