BanG Dream: The Unexpected Part-Timer

The Past Where It All Started (1)

Before I could step onto the stage, Raise a Suilen took the spotlight, captivating the audience with their electrifying performance. The cheers and applause echoed throughout the venue as they delivered song after song with unwavering energy.

As they exited the stage, I found myself standing in the wings, watching them pass by. "Good luck to you, Nakasone-san," PAREO offered with a smile.

But before I could step on stage, the world around me stopped.

Ahh... Right... I should go back... to where it all started.

Flashback begins.

I stood alone in the deserted streets, the heavy rain obscuring my surroundings in a veil of mist. The sound of raindrops tapping against the pavement filled the air, creating a soothing rhythm that matched the beat of my own thoughts.

"Rain again..." I muttered to myself.

Glancing around, I observed the deserted streets, the rain driving people indoors and casting a somber veil over the city.

Hm... Looks like this rain isn't going to let up anytime soon...

As I stood there, watching the rain pour down relentlessly, I felt a sense of frustration creeping in. There seemed to be no end in sight to this downpour, and I was left feeling stranded on the sidewalk.

With few options available, I spotted a small cafe across the street. Without much hesitation, I darted across the road, the rain drenching me completely before I reached the safety of the cafe.

Taking a moment to catch my breath and shake off some of the water, I glanced to the side and noticed a live house adjacent to the cafe.

"Of all the places..." I muttered to myself, eyeing the sign above the entrance that read "CiRCLE."

Seems like fate had other plans for me today.

As I sat in the cafe, trying to escape the relentless rain outside, a woman with sleek black hair approached me with a friendly smile.

"Hello there! What can I get for you?" she asked, peering down at me.

"Oh... Uhm... Nothing for now, thank you. I'm just waiting for the rain to let up."

She raised an eyebrow curiously. "Why not head over to the live house then? It's right next door."

I shifted uncomfortably in my seat. "Ah... No, I think I'll pass on that..."

Her outfit caught my attention, a peculiar ensemble topped off with an unusual hat. I couldn't help but wonder if it was some sort of anti-rain gear.

"I'm not really into music too." I lied but I had to.

She chuckled softly. "Ah, don't worry about that. Sometimes, music has a way of surprising us when we least expect it."

"No, sorry... I'll stay here until the rain lets up," I replied, declining her suggestion.

She seemed taken aback for a moment before chuckling. "Haha, alright then..."

With that, she headed back inside the cafe. As I watched her go behind the counter.

Must be an employee.

I observed her as she picked up a guitar from somewhere on the wall and began to play. However, the sound of the rain outside drowned out any music she might have been making.

I couldn't help but wonder what tune she was playing, but with the rain drumming against the windows, it was impossible to tell.

I strained my ears, trying to pick up on the faint melody amidst the rain's relentless drumming. But as the music became clearer, I realized something was off.