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The Gloomy Me in Class is Actually the Vocalist of a Very Popular Band Chapter 1

Chapter 1: Watching Myself on TV with My Sister
 

"And now, it's time to reveal today's music rankings!"

The announcer’s voice was way too cheerful as she started the usual hit chart countdown.

"And once again, today’s number one song is—‘Hello-world!!’ by PERSONIA!"

On the TV screen, the music video started playing. I, 'Ritsuki Suda', was watching it while munching on toast with my little sister, Akane.

"That announcer totally has a crush on you, Onii-chan. She always sounds way too hyped when it comes to your music."

Akane had just finished getting ready for school. Her black hair was neatly styled, and her uniform looked perfect. She said that with a straight face as she took a sip of her milk.

I couldn’t help but laugh through my nose.

"She probably just likes the song. If she found out the person behind it is just some plain high schooler like me, she’d switch moods in a second."

"Ugh, you’re so negative."

"Nope. I’m just being realistic. If you don’t expect too much, you won’t get hurt. That’s my top-tier emotional defense system."

I explained proudly, but all Akane did was glance at the TV showing my feature and go, "Yeah, suuure."

"...So? You’re going to school looking like that again?"

She stared at me from head to toe.

"Messy long hair, big round fake glasses… That outdated nerd disguise just looks weird, you know."

"Hey, it’s perfect! This way, no one suspects a thing about me!"

"That’s just because no one knows what your face looks like yet. You’ve never shown it publicly. But honestly, that makes me feel safer too."

"Exactly! Don’t worry—I’ll make sure no one finds out. I won’t drag you or the family into this. Promise."

After hearing my serious tone, Akane let out a deep sigh.

…Yeah, she probably thinks I’m not very reliable.

"Well, if you're okay with it, then whatever. Just remember—you can quit anytime you want. No pressure."

She downed the rest of her milk and started tidying up the dishes.

"I’ll wash those."

"It’s fine. You should head out first. If we walk to school together, it’ll look weird."

"R-right. Got it."

I grabbed my bag, opened the hallway door, and started heading toward the entrance.

Just as I was about to leave, I remembered something and turned back for a moment.

"You cut your hair a bit, huh? Looks nice."

With that, I closed the door and left for Shirahoshi High School, the school both of us go to.

 

Transletor: @yo00591

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