Running as fast as their legs could carry them, the three women were breathless.
"I see... Just a little more."
Taking a moment to catch their breath, Ayase could see the Kuhouin Conglomerate building.
Fortunately, Yuki had left them near the building, so they didn't have to run for a long time.
However, being women, their endurance was far from Yuki's, who could traverse this distance in the blink of an eye. They soon reached the building, where Arisa was waiting for them.
"They've come. I was expecting you," said Arisa. She had received a message from Yuki, so she was aware of what was happening in Tokyo and that the three women in front of her would be the ones to stop this chaos.
"Thank you, Arisa-san."
"Hm, we don't have time; we need to hurry."
Despite acknowledging their greeting, Arisa showed no mercy to the tired girls in front of her. This made Tsugumi and Ayase exchange glances and smile bitterly; this woman still harbored resentment towards them.
After all, Arisa also joined the Shotacon sect, having an interest in Yuki. However, with Inori and Tsugumi as his girlfriends, Arisa was in a bad mood about it. Although with Yuki, Arisa still behaved sweetly.
But none of this mattered to Inori; she still had the Yuki (clone) in her mind. So, murmuring, she lowered her head.
"They've come! Don't worry; everything is ready!"
Unlike Arisa, Haruka greeted them with a smile and a thumbs up. She was very satisfied with her work, and if successful, she could be the first to implement this theory on a large scale.
The girls, still catching their breath, followed Arisa into the elevator. They arrived on the rooftop, where an excited Haruka awaited them.
"Let's do it! Inoreen, Aya-nee."
"Yes!"
"Hm!"
Joining hands, the trio moved towards the mini-stage, each grabbing their respective instruments. Tsugumi with the bass, Ayase with the guitar, and Inori with the microphone.
They were accustomed to this, having formed Egoist, a very famous online group where Inori always sang. However, unlike Inori, who showed her face, the others used masks. This was also the reason why Souta and Shu didn't recognize her.
But their participation in Egoist's songs was undeniable.
Ayase felt a bit nostalgic as she picked up the guitar. She used to play it while in a wheelchair, but now...
However, as they prepared, they didn't notice that Arisa was also on the mini-stage, at the back, playing the drums.
*Tom, Tom, Crash
Beating the drums, Arisa was satisfied. She had been practicing since the construction of this tower began, and she wouldn't miss this for anything.
While playing the drums, Tsugumi, Inori, and Ayase turned to look at her.
They were quite surprised to see her in that position, one that belonged to Argos, another member of Egoist.
"What are you doing?"
"Do you even know how to play the drums?" Tsugumi gave her a suspicious look, narrowing her eyes, and Ayase also tilted her head in doubt.
"Hmp! Of course, I can. Don't think you'll be the only ones receiving praises from Yuki-kun."
Snorting coldly, Arisa turned her gaze away, refusing to look at them.
This made Tsugumi and Ayase exchange blank looks; they still doubted her ability. But Argos wasn't here, so the drum set was free.
(I just hope she doesn't mess it up.)
That was their main concern. After all, thousands of lives were at stake, not to mention Yuki, who must be fighting against all of GHQ.
"All right, we're ready in 3... 2... 1."
Without wasting more time, Haruka pressed the button, initiating the resonance that would cover all of Tokyo.
*Click, click
(Yuki...)
Looking at the city now in chaos, Inori squeezed the microphone in her hand.
(Yuki, you're my hero. That's why...)
Closing her eyes, Inori thought about the song she would sing. This was a very special song, directly dedicated to Yuki.
After all, Yuki was her hero, her boyfriend, her love. So, she would sing this song with all her love for that person from another world who responded to her call.
"Where are the good men?
I've already said goodbye
Where do I find a battle hero in you?
Knights are no longer riding their steeds
As I sleep, my dreams bring him, I just want to see him..."
Listening to Inori sing even before starting to play their instruments, Tsugumi and Ayase opened their mouths. They hadn't heard this song before, so they looked at each other before joining with a smile. It didn't matter if they heard it or not; they would still play. So, without hesitation, they got to work.
"(AHHHHHHHHH) x4
I want a hero!
I'll wait for a hero
Until the dawn
He'll be strong and act swiftly
Demonstrating coldness in battle."
Keeping their word, the girls broke the tension with a loud shout before starting to play. The song had just started, but it was already explosive. Even Arisa couldn't help but shout.
"I want a hero (Hero)
I'll wait for a hero
(Hero until the day) x2
Until the day arrives
He'll be strong, determined
And greater than eternity
Eternity..."
Getting lost in the rhythm of the music, several white lines began to materialize, dispersing across the dark sky, creating a huge layer of light that covered all of Tokyo. At the same time, a cloud of smoke could be seen in the distance, covering a large area of the city.
"At midnight in my fantasies, I saw
Something unattainable
Trying to reach me
Against the storm (UHH)
Or fighting in the heat (UHH)
His super walk (UHH)
But he'll be my victor
(UHHHH) (AHHHHHHHHHHH) x4."
"It's snowing!"
Lifting their heads in shock, thousands of people opened their mouths in surprise. In the sky was a layer of light that emitted snow.
At the same time, it also cured the crystallization of thousands of people, making thousands of people raise their hands in joy. Some even had tears in their eyes because of this song; it was beautiful.
"Where the sky and sea are in union (UHH) x2
Or where the sun is seen rising (UHH) x2
Somewhere, someone is watching me from there
(UHH) x2
Through a great storm
The battle will triumph
Like fire in my blood, I feel it coming
(I feel it coming, I feel it coming
I feel it coming, I feel it coming)
(hero)"
"The resonance is over 3000?!"
Haruka was also surprised. In all her years of research, genomic resonance had never reached a digit higher than 3000. This was unprecedented.
But now it was in front of her.
"These girls..."
Murmuring, Haruka smiled. She looked at the one who made all of this possible – Inori.
"I hope you don't mind. I've been practicing."
Doubtful looks from Tsugumi and Ayase greeted her. They had stopped abruptly, after all.
"What's happening?"
Even Haruka was confused; they had suddenly stopped.
"No... Noooo!"
However, amidst everything, a scream escaped Inori's mouth before she ran off, a look of desperation on her face.
"Inori!"
"Inoreen!"
"Inori-chan!"
Leaving the small group confused and worried, they followed her without wasting any time.
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Author's Note: I think everyone recognizes the song, so there's no need to write it again.
Haha, and I'm sorry if you didn't like the song. Initially, I tried to use one of Inori's songs, but in the end, I changed my mind. After all, for Inori, Yuki is a hero.
Song Title: "I Want a Hero" - Inspired by Shrek 2
TN : 🙃👍