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Chapters 1511 and 1520: It's obvious they haven't suffered the hardships of life!

Chapters 1511 and 1520 clearly show they haven't experienced the hardships of life!

As the maple leaves on the mountains began to turn red, the third season of "Neon Voice" finally began filming.

When Seiko Matsuda arrived at NTV, she was already in good physical and emotional shape, looking incredibly energetic. It seems Seiko Matsuda is truly the perfect choice for leading lady roles. Marriage? Relationships? Infidelity? None of these are as important as her career!

This season of "Neon Voice" was arguably the most sensational, marking a pivotal moment in her career. During this time, people like Masaki Kanda should all just die!

The car slowly drove in through the entrance. Seiko Matsuda lifted a corner of the car curtain and, noticing the reporters and fans waiting at the TV station entrance, asked with a hint of curiosity:

How many fans does Akina have?

There are definitely fans among them, because the agency and fan club have announced the schedule, and they know that recording of "Neon Voice" will begin today.

Assistant Takako Tomita glanced at the support sign being held up and said in a pleasing tone:

"Probably half and half."

Akina Nakamori is semi-retired, and Seiko Matsuda is not at the peak of her popularity either; their fan bases are roughly equal.

If we're talking about who the top idols are right now, it should be Shizuka Kudo and Yukiko Okada, who perfectly took over the personas of Akina Nakamori and Seiko Matsuda—one rebellious and the other sweet.

However, Shizuka Kudo's popularity should surpass Yukiko Okada's, because Seiko Matsuda is still working, drawing away a group of fans who prefer sweet, classic idol styles.

"Half and half."

Seiko Matsuda was somewhat resentful. Why was Akina Nakamori able to have two children and semi-retire, yet still be in the same boat as her?

Takako Tomita quickly comforted her:

"Once 'Neon Voice' airs, Seiko-chan's popularity will definitely return to its peak!"

I hope so.

At that moment, the car stopped in front of the TV station. Seiko Matsuda took a few deep breaths, then put on a "perfect" smile before finally opening the car door and getting out.

"Seiko-san!!" "Seiko-san is the best!!" "Matsuda Seiko, ganbatte!!" "."

Amidst the flashes and shutter sounds, Seiko Matsuda bowed slightly to thank the reporters and fans before giving a brief interview.

"Seiko-san, are you nervous recording 'Neon Voice' today?!"

"I am indeed a little nervous. I feel a great sense of responsibility!"

Seiko Matsuda laughed.

"After all, it's a national program!"

What will Shengzi Sang sing today?

It should be "The Journey of the Freesia".

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She could only answer a few questions. Amid cheers, Seiko Matsuda walked into the television station and went straight to her designated rest room.

However, it turned out to be a shared rest room, and Matsuda Seiko saw Nakamori Akina sitting inside putting on makeup!

This was intentional on the part of the show!

The original intention was to watch these two fight in the ring, to see a female contest, so in order to create a conflict and hype, they arranged for the two to be placed in a lounge.

Of course, this was something that Seiko Matsuda and Akina Nakamori already knew.

"Saint Son, you've arrived!"

Akina was still putting on an earring with one hand, but she still greeted Matsuda Seiko after seeing her reflection in the mirror.

"Akina sauce arrived quite early!"

Seiko Matsuda also nodded gently to Akina Nakamori.

"Yes, because it's been a long time since I've recorded a show, and I was worried that it would take too long to prepare."

Akina Nakamori put on her sparkling diamond earrings and adjusted her crown, transforming herself into a glamorous noblewoman.

"Alright, Seiko-san, I'm going to the studio now to test the equipment over there."

"Hi Ganbatte~"

Seiko Matsuda smiled as she saw the person off, and the smile on her face only disappeared after Akina Nakamori's figure was gone.

Thinking about Akina Nakamori's fair and rosy skin just now, she could appear on camera without much makeup. Her exquisite jewelry and slender figure were all things I envied!

Especially those with a carefree personality

"How come your personality is still like a young girl's? You can tell at a glance that you haven't suffered any hardships in life!"

Thinking about this, and looking at myself in the mirror, I realized that although I was only in my twenties, I looked like I was in my thirties. So I quickly started putting on makeup!

Preparations are still underway in the studio, but the stage and sound system are already in place.

When Akina came in, she greeted Fujiwara Kazuhisa, the producer of Neon Voice, Uemura Sora, the director on site, and the two male mentors, Mori Shinichi and Sawada Kenji.

Then I started communicating with the director:

"Director Uemura, I'd like to try out the stage and the microphone."

"Hi, no problem!"

There was naturally no obstacle to such a legitimate demand, and Uemura Sora immediately arranged for a band to play, and the sound engineer and stage designer were also ready.

As the music began, Akina Nakamori on stage transformed once again into the noblewoman of a fallen kingdom.

I missed the shock.

As they listened to the audition, Shinichi Mori and Kenji Sawada discussed in hushed tones:

"Ms. Akina Nakamori, your stage presence is truly outstanding!"

"Yes!"

Kenji Sawada nodded; as a rock star, he was even more sensitive to stage performance.

"Over the years, there have been very few who have been able to surpass Akina Nakamori in terms of stage presence. That's why so many musicians are willing to give her their songs to perform."

"Isn't it because of its popularity?"

"Haha, then you underestimate musicians."

Shinichi Mori shrugged and sighed:

"Akina-chan's voice is also excellent for enka! It's just a pity."

In the enka industry, mentorship is highly valued; without guidance from a senior, it's very difficult to make a name for yourself! It's actually similar to fields like theater at the University of Tokyo—it's an exclusive field!

Perhaps feeling that the conversation was getting a bit too deep, the two changed the subject.

"Mori-san, this episode of 'Neon Voice' seems a bit rushed. Could it be because of Akina Nakamori and Seiko Matsuda?"

"It seems they're saying it will be launched before the end of the year."

Shinichi Mori, who was better informed, said in a low voice,

"I heard that many programs are speeding up their production to avoid the national mourning period after the Emperor's death."

Kenji Sawada exclaimed in surprise:

"What about the Kohaku Uta Gassen (Red and White Song Battle)? Will it still be held as scheduled?"

"Currently, things are proceeding according to the established timeline."

"The Emperor's condition..." "He probably won't make it through this winter."

Meanwhile, Akina Nakamori's audition was over. She walked to the judges' seats and greeted the two male judges:

"Mori-san, Sawada-san, have you already sung it?"

"Hey, I've already tried it!"

"What about the final chorus?"

"Of course, everyone should do this together."

Today's recording was actually very simple; it was just recording the mentors' entrance performances and group singing, which will be used in the opening and closing credits of "Neon Voice" later. There weren't even any contestants yet.

However, the audience in the studio still needs to be in place, and the stage design team still needs to fully cooperate.

After the three chatted for a while, Seiko Matsuda, having finished her makeup, arrived at the studio and humbly apologized for being late and for keeping everyone waiting.

After that, the extras began to enter the venue.

The moment the extras saw Seiko Matsuda and Akina Nakamori, they started cheering!

"Akina!! Akina!! Akina!" "Saint Seiya is the best!!" "Akina is the best!" Kenji Sawada, I love you!!

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Seiko Matsuda and Akina Nakamori naturally waved in greeting.

Kenji Sawada was once a rock star and has his own loyal fans. This makes Shinichi Mori quite awkward, since most people who like enka are middle-aged or elderly!

Fortunately, the production team had also prepared some stooges, who called out Mori Shinichi's name a few times from below.

"Clap clap~"

The stage director, Sora Uemura, clapped his hands and walked to the center of the stage.

"Everyone, today we're starting the recording for the third season of 'Neon Voice'!"

"Next, please follow the instructions of the on-site staff."

I won't say anything more!

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And so, the lively yet orderly recording officially began!

At the filming location in Daejeon-gu, another project is about to hold its opening ceremony!

This was the first time that Takuya Kimura and Yutaka Takenouchi had visited this famous filming location. Today, this dream factory is a well-known television and film city in the Japanese entertainment industry.

Nowadays, Japanese movies and TV dramas are booming. Apart from long-established film production companies like Shochiku that have their own filming bases, almost all other film companies come here to book locations for filming!

The area surrounding the filming location has become a bustling town, and the entire town has even become a tourist hotspot, attracting many fans hoping to bump into movie and television stars.

"Everyone said this place was lively, but I didn't expect it to be this bustling!"

Looking at the dazzling array of shops and hotels on the street, and even the opening of department stores, it felt like being in the city center!

"yes."

Takenouchi Yutaka also remarked with emotion,

"It has developed rapidly in just a few years. It really is true that a base can drive the development of an entire city!"

After the ice-breaking operation, the two were no longer strangers, and they chatted easily.

"Alright, let's go to the film set. They're probably all set up there!"

"it is good!"

Takuya Kimura was only sixteen years old, full of curiosity, and he chatted about interesting anecdotes in the industry as he walked.

"I've heard that the tree-loving blessing ceremony is always performed by a specific shrine priest! Because it's very effective, it's never changed. Many other companies have also sought out that shrine because of this influence."

Takenouchi Yutaka was somewhat surprised:

Is it really that effective?

Takuya Kimura nodded:

"I don't know about other companies, but every project by Shuyou has been a box office hit and a viral sensation."

"Tsk tsk tsk, that's really effective! I'll go ask for a victory charm later!"

"Haha, I'll go too!"

As they talked, the two arrived at the center of the park, in a park setting.

By this time, a large number of people had already gathered here, and the altar for prayer had been set up. A one-eyed priest dressed in colorful divine robes could be seen explaining the precautions for the prayer ceremony to his disciples.

Meanwhile, the director of "Sorry, I Love You," Tomoyuki Nishimoto, was in front of the crowd talking to Hirotomo Yoshimura, one of the three driving forces behind the group of Shuyu!

"Thank you for your help, Otomo-san!"

Nishimoto Hanyuki thanked,

"With Naoki-san gone and Shuichi-san not coming, besides you, Shuyou, there's no one else who can keep things in order!"

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Upon hearing this, Yoshimura Otomo felt as if he were being targeted by a gangster film.

"Alright, alright, it's just a launch ceremony, Nishimoto-kun, you can do it all by yourself!"

If it weren't for Naoki-san's script, Yoshimura Hirotomo wouldn't have come. He's very busy, you know!

"That won't do! I can't feel at ease without Otomo-san!"

Nishimoto Tomoyuki kept spouting cheesy sweet nothings, leaving Yoshimura Otomo feeling both helpless and somewhat smug. His gaze drifted slightly, and just then, he saw two handsome men, one tall and one short, walking towards them.

"Oh? So they're the male lead and the second male lead, right?"

"Hi! Yutaka Takenouchi, a former model, and Takuya Kimura from Johnny's!"

Seeing that Yoshimura Otomo was interested, Nishimoto Tomoyuki quickly beckoned the two of them over.

"Takeno-kun, Kimura-kun, this is Yoshimura Otomo, the president of the tree-loving company!"

Upon hearing this, Takenouchi Yutaka and Kimura Takuya quickly stood up straight and then bowed at a 90-degree angle:

"Nice to meet you, I am Yutaka Takenouchi/Takuya Kimura. Please take care of me."

"Yes, yes, I'm Yoshimura Otomo."

Yoshimura Otomo smiled kindly.

Seeing all these energetic young people makes me realize how fast time flies!

"Isn't President Yoshimura also in his prime?"

"Haha, no, no, I can't take it anymore. My energy is waning."

Watching Yoshimura Otomo, dressed in a Tang suit, tease the two young people, Nishimoto Banyuki remained silent.

He goes to the Roppongi Club every day to drink and have fun, and he can still come to work the next day full of energy. Yoshimura Daitomo's energy is not lacking, it is clearly vigorous and energetic, even more powerful than young people!

If you're really tired, just skip a few nights!

When Yoshimura Otomo saw Takenouchi Yutaka, he admired his rugged and mature demeanor, feeling it embodied the spirit of men from his generation during the Showa era.

However, after seeing Takuya Kimura, I felt a little regretful. Johnny's!

"From Johnny's Entertainment? Have they debuted yet?"

"Not yet, they've already formed a group and are expected to debut next year!"

Takuya Kimura answered frankly,

"But being able to participate in the filming of 'Sorry, I Love You' is equivalent to making my debut!"

"Okay, okay. Then I'll do my best this time!"

"Hi!!"

While the group of men were talking, Rie Miyazawa felt a pang of envy. As a woman, she couldn't blend in so easily. But thankfully, she and Otomo Yoshimura were already quite familiar with each other.

Not long after, the one-eyed priest Matsuzaki Toshio approached:

"Otomo-san, Director Nishimoto, the auspicious time has arrived, we may begin!"

"Ah, let's get started!"

Nishimoto Banyuki instructed the crew to line up in a square formation, and then led the main actors to stand at the very front, with Yoshimura Otomo naturally at the very center.

"Ding-a-ling~"

As soon as the shamanic bell rang, Matsuzaki Toshio began his ritualistic dance, striding confidently before the altar with an air of arrogance. He had begun his shamanic ritual!

While she may lack the seasoned sophistication of Grandma Murata, she has nonetheless the perfect ambiance.

Matsuzaki Toshio danced faster and faster to the beat of his disciples' drums, accompanied by shouts, as if communicating with something unseen and conveying his prayers.

The frenzied dance steps attracted the attention of the gods, and the deafening drums and gongs drove away ghosts and monsters. This small opening ceremony seemed to have attracted good fortune and dispelled bad luck.

Finally, after a sudden, abrupt gong sound, Matsuzaki Toshio stopped, panting, and called out to Nishimoto Tomonori and the others:

"Please offer incense!!"

Led by Yoshimura Otomo, the main creative team placed thick incense sticks in front of the altar, followed by the other members of the crew.

"I pray to the gods that the filming of 'Sorry, I Love You' will go smoothly."

Nishimoto Tomonori reverently placed the coarse incense sticks into the incense burner, watching the wisps of smoke rise, seemingly reaching some unknown place.

"Sorry, I Love You, Act One, Scene One"

Nishimoto Tomoyuki, holding a megaphone, shouted to the prepared film crew.

"On your marks. Get set. Action!"