Haibara's Teenage New Game+ (灰原くんの強くて青春ニューゲーム)

Hoshimiya Hikari has a crush on Haibara Natsuki.

I was forced to admit that.

He's my first love.

I want to be with him, date him, and be held by him.

The stronger these feelings become, the heavier my heart feels,

because I'm not the only one who likes Natsuki-kun.

I like Uta-chan, but...

I made up my mind. I won't let Uta-chan beat me.

I won't hide how I feel anymore.

I'll steel myself to talk to Uta-chan.

Haibara's Teenage New Game+

Haibara's Teenage New Game+

Haibara's Teenage New Game+

Episode 10

Episode 10

Facade

Facade

Do you want to form a band?

Uh, what?

I'm serious. Let's change the world with our music.

This is so sudden and confusing that I'm left speechless.

Why is this happening?

Café

Mares

Café

Mares

But going back to the end of summer break...

I-I'm Shinohara.

I look forward to working with you.

I'm Haibara Natsuki.

This is our first time working together, isn't it?

Actually, we've worked together a few times before.

What? Really?

But we never properly introduced ourselves.

Haibara-kun, one Napolitan.

Oh, you're here, too, Shinohara-kun?

S-Sorry. I'm basically invisible.

Wait, we attend the same high school?

Yes. I'm in class 1-4 at Ryomei.

We're even in the same year?

In that case, can I call you Shinohara-kun?

Yes. In that case, may I call you Haibara-kun?

Thank you.

You don't need to be so formal.

Sorry. I feel more comfortable using polite language.

This feels familiar.

He's an introvert like I used to be.

Thanks

Today

Hey, are you free after this?

Natsu, over here.

Sorry. Did I keep you waiting?

A little.

Come on, Seri. Natsu rushed here after work.

Karaoke Manekineko

Karaoke Manekineko

We ran into Serika after practice and decided to go to karaoke together.

Seri said she wanted to hear you sing.

Let's go. I'm excited to sing.

Seri!

She really marches to her own beat.

Super-Difficult Scoring Master

Super-Difficult Scoring Master

Super-Difficult Scoring Master

Super-Difficult Scoring Master

Super-Difficult Scoring Master

What did you think of Natsu's singing, Seri?

I think I like Natsuki.

What?!

Oh, my mistake.

I meant I like his singing.

Oh, that's a relief.

We sang so much.

My throat's hoarse.

I haven't sung that much in a while.

I can't believe how good you are, Serika. I was surprised.

I'm not that good.

Wasn't that fun, Natsu?

Yeah.

Let me know if my feelings bother you.

I said I'd try to win your affection,

but I don't want to get in the way of your happiness.

Uta...

Music Room 2

Natsuki? What is it?

I just thought you were really good and couldn't help myself.

Really?

Music Room 2

Why are you by yourself?

I'm not in a band.

My motivation level's different from the other club members',

so I'm the odd one out.

I like how you play the guitar.

You like me?

I didn't misspeak like you did.

You're no fun.

Still, thanks.

What made you start playing?

My dad used to play in a band,

so I naturally started playing the guitars we had at home.

It was hard at first, and I gave up a bunch of times, but I learned over time.

I enjoyed learning to produce the sounds I wanted to make, so I kept playing.

I gave up before I reached that point.

Would you like to try?

Your F is off.

Your first finger needs work.

It's been a while, okay?

My fingers don't move that well.

This is fun.

I'm having fun, too.

I've never seen you smile like that before.

I get hyped up when I'm talking about music.

I've never been good at expressing my own feelings.

But I wanted everyone to know how I felt.

The sound of the guitar is the only way I can express myself.

I feel like I can communicate my feelings with music.

So, Natsuki...

Iwano-senpai, do you need something?

No. I thought you were practicing, but I see you're with your boyfriend.

Sorry for interrupting.

Is he in your club, too?

Yeah, he's a second-year.

Don't you think we should correct him?

He thought you were flirting with your boyfriend.

It doesn't bother me.

It's kind of a problem for me, though.

Anyway, weren't you about to say something?

Right, yeah.

Natsuki, can I ask you something?

Yeah?

Do you want to form a band?

Uh, what?

I'm serious. Let's change the world with our music.

Which brings us to the present.

This is so sudden and confusing that I'm left speechless.

What's our next class?

Art, right?

Why me?

Because I want to play with you.

I like your singing.

I want you to sing my songs.

So you want me on vocals?

But I like how you sing.

It can't be me.

My voice won't reach everyone.

So I need you to sing, Natsuki.

I can't do it.

Why not?

Because...

Is there some reason you don't want to?

I have my work and studies, and I don't know about joining a club late.

Hold on. Why am I looking for reasons to say no?

I shouldn't actually have any.

After all, I wanted to be in a band.

I was waiting for someone to reach out to me like this.

I thought I could trust you.

I thought you'd keep up with me if I tried my hardest.

Natsuki, don't you actually want to play music?

Serika is right.

I'm probably just afraid.

Will I really be living my best teen life if I decline Serika's invitation?

Didn't I swear not to have any regrets?

Let's do it, Natsuki.

I want to do it with you.

I want to play music with Serika.

Music Room 2

There's one hurdle we have to overcome first.

You mean finding band members, right?

I'll play lead guitar, and you'll be vocals and rhythm guitar.

So we'll need a bassist and drummer.

Yeah. There's someone in my club whom I'd like to play with.

Iwano-senpai, a second-year.

You met him yesterday.

Oh, right.

He's a really good drummer.

The problem is, he's already said no.

Well, that won't work.

But I'll try asking him again.

With you in the picture, I think he'll say yes.

My involvement's not going to change anything.

It's fine. It's worth a shot.

Courage alone can change the world.

I'll convince Iwano-senpai, so it's up to you to find our bassist.

What? You don't know any bassists?

All the bassists I know are already in bands.