BanG Dream: The Unexpected Part-Timer

Aftermath

After the Poppin'Party session in the basement, I returned to my bedroom, feeling a mix of exhaustion and excitement. I couldn't help but smile as I watched the video I had secretly recorded from my phone.

It was a treasure trove of memories, and I knew it would make a great hit on YouTube once I edited it.

Sitting at my desk, I connected my phone to the PC and began the process of downloading the video.

As I worked on editing it, my phone suddenly vibrated beside the mouse, causing me to pause.

Curious, I picked up my phone and checked the notification. It was a message from a GC.

"I don't remember being joined into one?"

As I opened my phone, I quickly noticed the message from Poppin'Party. It seemed Kasumi had indeed invited me to their group chat.

"Hey, Nakasone just saw our message!" Saaya announced through the chat.

I felt a rush of anticipation as I needed to reply promptly.

"I was editing something," I typed, accompanied by a smiley sticker of Michelle.

Rimi immediately responded, "Oh, you're editing again? Don't push yourself too hard!"

I quickly typed my next message, "Actually, after I finish editing this video, I have a favor to ask. I want all of you to help me by posting it on YouTube."

"I wonder what it is..." Kasumi typed, curiosity lacing her words.

"I'll have it done... and now," I responded.

With a sense of accomplishment, I sent the edited and enhanced video of Poppin'Party's new summer song to the group chat.

"Woah?! You were recording us!?" Kasumi exclaimed through her typing.

"Y-Yeah... I apologize, but I couldn't help myself. Your song was just too good."

Tae chimed in with appreciation, "The editing is good too."

"Thank you, Hanazono-san," I replied to her.

"Saaya, Saaya! Upload it! Upload it!" Kasumi enthusiastically urged.

"I'm on it!" Saaya responded.

A few minutes later, Poppin'Party's new song was released, and it quickly gained 100k views within just 30 minutes. It was an exciting moment for all of us.

"Woah, our new song just hit 100k viewers on YouTube!" Arisa exclaimed.

"It's all thanks to Kyo~" Kasumi added with gratitude.

"Thank you, Nakasone-kun," Saaya replied, expressing her appreciation.

I smiled as I read their messages and replied, "You're welcome, everyone! I'm glad I could help."

"Call me anytime!~" That was the last message I sent to them.

I put my phone down, turned off the PC, and climbed into my bed. As I closed my eyes, I couldn't help but think about the approaching school year. "School is near..." I muttered to myself before slowly drifting off to sleep.