Amidst the cheers of the audience, Uta continued to sing her song, while the sound of camera shutters echoed from the audience seats. Reporters from the World Economy News Paper, who were here for team building, had already started drafting their articles.
These writers, highly valued by Morgans, were all top-notch, both in the ability to record quickly and to concoct stories.
Although the illusions created by Ann had no physical form, the camera could capture it. Just with this background, tomorrow’s newspaper cover was already set.
The canvas of the sky, the palace of clouds, the dreamlike diva—a series of titles were already noted on their papers.
“Kwahahaha, not bad, this team-building activity was worth it. People also get tired of all the fighting and killing. Let’s place this news in the entertainment section tomorrow. Oh, and give a small section in the corner to the guy we stood up earlier. We promised him the front page, so let’s give him the front page.”
There’s no harm without comparison. The best way to highlight someone’s strength is to find someone weaker.
To showcase Uta’s talent, Morgans decided to post old news of some veterans, preferably causing their longtime fans to protest, creating both buzz and conflict.
“Boss, the duration of the ability is almost up. If we drag this on any longer, it will affect the quality later.”
Since the performance was going well, Tesoro timely extended Uta’s performance time without a second thought. The audience was pleased with the show, Uta was in high spirits, and the only ones who was feeling the strain was the special effects creator.
Even though the audience wouldn’t leave without the special effects, the impact would be much less. Besides, today wasn’t Uta’s solo concert; there were other performances to follow.
“Uta, it’s about time. Prepare the closing song for today. Leave them with some suspense about other songs, and you can sing them at your next concert.”
Pressing the mike, Tesoro’s voice came through Uta’s earphones.
“Everyone, I’m glad you liked my song, but time is limited today, so this is it for now. I hope you’ll still want to hear me sing in the future. The next song is to celebrate our meeting and parting, dedicated to that idiot who abandoned me!”
Uta was very young, a child star. So, saying such a thing wouldn’t make people think strangely. After all, what would such a young girl know about love and romance? However, her new fans don’t see it that way.
After this, Uta’s fan club even tried to find the “idiot” Uta mentioned, intending to teach a lesson to the person who abandoned Uta.
At the same time, on the Red Force, joyful laughter erupted out.
As Tesoro said, Shanks had managed to get live broadcast equipment and was watching Uta through the screen.
Custom-made concert costume, a magnificent stage backdrop—seeing everything Tesoro had prepared, Shanks smiled contentedly, believing that Uta’s life in such an environment was much better than running around with them.
Only in such a stable environment could Uta better achieve her dreams, until the word “idiot” from Uta’s mouth reached his ears.
“Shanks, did you hear? Uta called you an idiot.”
“Oh? An idiot, huh~”
The officers around Shanks made funny faces, who also fired back.
“What? But Uta-chan only mentioned me. You guys should be more jealous!”
A few new recruits of the Red Hair Pirates looked at the “crazy” Shanks, then glanced at the older members.
“Is the boss and the officers… always like this?”
“Haha, you’ll get used to it. But don’t worry, the captain is very reliable.”
The Red Force turned into an ocean of joy. The officers, as always, sang and danced to Uta’s music, even though she couldn’t see them.
……
Gran Tesoro, Uta’s debut performance ended, and the next event was Tesoro and Stella’s performance. Today’s performances didn’t feature ordinary people; anyone with less presence would be overshadowed after Uta.
It was intermission time, and Uta’s fans were still reminiscing about the previous performance.
“Old man, I wasn’t wrong, right? It was a great show.”
“Indeed, like a baptism of the soul.”
“So, old man, how about staying here to work? We could even cure your blindness.”
Yamato tried to recruit Issho, knowing he was very strong, and recruiting strong individuals has always been a goal of the Beasts Pirates. Yamato wanted to contribute and offered some benefits.
“No, although this place is nice, it’s not suitable for me. This kind of place isn’t meant for staying long-term. Goodbye for now, little girl, until our paths cross again. After hearing such a song, I probably won’t be able to enjoy later performances.”
Without hesitation, Issho refused Yamato’s offer and left. The center of the gray industry wasn’t where he wanted to work.
“How dare a blind man be so arrogant?”
Next to her, Ulti was indignant on Yamato’s behalf. While she constantly verbally disagreed with Yamato, she still considered her as one of her own. Ulti was quite displeased with an outsider showing such an attitude.
“…..That old man is really strong. What a pity. Father can recruit people with just one word, but why can’t I do the same?”
“… Your father just says one word! If they don’t agree, he’ll just use his kanabo!”
Listening to Yamato’s comparison, Ulti was speechless. Kaido never gave anyone a chance to refuse.
“How about you learn from your father?”
“Forget it, that method doesn’t suit me. Dad said, if you have to use force to break a melon off the vine, it won’t taste sweet and might not even quench thirst. In fact, it might even be poisonous.” [TN: if something is not meant to be, it’s no use trying to force it to happen.]
They might not be true fans, but a certain Mink had already become fanatic.
“Duchess, please, get me her autograph. Please? You can, right?”
Bepo’s body seemed to twist due to shyness and excitement, almost resembling Michelin Man.
“If you want it, go get it yourself. She should be backstage now. Why do you need me to do it? Perona, pass me the bottle. The kids are hungry again.”
Compared to getting an autograph, Setsuna was more interested in feeding the kids. Minks’ breastfeeding period was relatively short, and they would usually switch to liquid food after two months.
Usually, it was a mixture of various things crushed into a paste because Minks’ resources were scarce. But now, with Miltank’s support, their feeding situation has significantly improved.
“But, but…”
“Alright, I’ll go with you. You’re a bear mink, when will you stop being so shy?”
Seeing what Bepo was worried about, Perona’s soul left her body, flying towards the backstage area first, while her original body was left in Bewear’s care.
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