Ding-ding-ding-ding-ding~~~~
Following a series of transfer notification sounds, Ryo's eyes practically transformed into currency symbols.
"Thank you for your patronage~~~~"
Looking at the 50,000 yen that had just arrived in her account, Ryo tucked her phone back into her pocket with a look of pure satisfaction.
Girls in the prime of their youth are naturally curious about such "taboo" topics, and besides, none of them were exactly short on cash... 50,000? If 50,000 wasn't enough, another 50,000 would do!
Being in the band scene, Taki and the others had certainly heard rumors about certain bands engaging in group orgies and degenerate behavior.
However, they were in a "girls' band," and their venue was Ring, where they mostly interacted with high-class ladies from Tsukinomori. Those stories always felt like distant urban legends.
But now, the legend was right in front of them!
"Mmm... whose story do you want to hear first?"
All five of them were too bashful to speak. For Ryo, it didn't matter whose story she told... even her own was on the table.
Looking at how shy they were, it was obvious they hadn't been "eaten" by Rin yet, but she knew it was only a matter of time.
Maybe in the future, Rin would even make the two bands compete against each other on stage.
For example, a performance where everyone has vibrators stuffed in their front and back to see who can maintain their composure the best.
Telling a few stories now was nothing; this was easy money.
Finally, Tomori spoke up first. Her obsession with the "lifetime band" concept outweighed her shame.
"Th... then just tell us how you deepened your bonds to become a lifetime band."
Though Tomori was blushing, she summoned her courage for the sake of her goal.
"Naturally, it's by becoming 'blood-bonded' sisters."
"Blood-bonded...?" Anon looked confused. "You aren't related by blood, right? How did you do it?"
Ryo kept a perfectly straight face as she spoke with mock seriousness.
"By mixing blood and 'semen-water' together, of course!"
"PUFFT!!!! Cough cough cough cough cough."
Anon literally choked on her own saliva. So that was the "blood" and "water" she meant!?
Is that really how you explain "blood being thicker than water"!?
Taki had no idea how to even begin critiquing that statement, while Tomori turned a deep shade of crimson.
As for Soyo... Sorry, even if you wanted to be blood-bonded, I can't do it anymore. I'm not a virgin.
"Besides that, it's about having as much contact as possible during parties. For example..."
Ryo pointed at Taki and Tomori.
"For example, after being filled with cream puffs, you help lick each other clean and suck it out, or use your tongues to lubricate each other before being eaten. Or even being eaten while the two of you are stacked on top of each other."
"Ah... ah... ah..."
Taki visualized the scene Ryo described and became so red she couldn't form words, her mouth opening and closing like a fish out of water. Even the tips of Tomori's ears were glowing.
"And then there's the 'acceptance.' Even if the other person squirts or pisses themselves, you have to open your mouth to catch it and swallow it... If you don't even have the guts to drink each other's urine, how can you dream of a lifetime band?"
In truth, Ryo was exaggerating for dramatic effect. At most, they just didn't mind if a stray spray hit them in the face or mouth during a wild party; it wasn't a dedicated fetish. Ryo wasn't that depraved.
However, Taki and the others had to admit... if they could actually do all that, their bond would indeed be unbreakable.
"A few parties where you stand bare before each other is all it takes to solidify the bond... Nijika might look shy, but she's the most aggressive one when things get erotic. Any other questions?"
"I... I have one." Anon raised her hand cautiously. "Doing all that... aren't you worried about health issues or diseases?"
"Do you really think we're the type of band that sleeps around with everyone?"
Ryo pulled out her phone and opened the payment QR code again, acting offended.
"I'm angry now. That'll be another 10,000 yen to soothe my feelings."
"Ah... sorry, sorry!"
Anon apologized frantically and scanned the code for another 10,000 yen.
Watching the money hit her account, Ryo nodded with satisfaction and continued.
"Don't worry. We aren't a 'promiscuous' band. We only do these things with Rin Ito. There's no risk of catching anything. Anything else?"
Soyo's lip twitched.
Even though Mr. Rin... even though Daddy is a playboy, I didn't think he was THIS much of a player! He literally ate the entire band.
Soyo was starting to regret letting Tomori and the others sign those contracts... If they all got "eaten," wouldn't her own share of his attention decrease!?
If Rin knew what Soyo was thinking, he would have burst out laughing. She was already completely "re-educated."
Soyo's lack of parental love had led her to mimic a "Mother" role just to feel needed. Now that Rin had filled her void and given her a pillar to lean on, her calling him "Daddy" wasn't just a bedroom kink—she truly depended on him like a father figure.
Despite her inner jealousy, Soyo maintained a gentle, faint smile.
"I heard you mention that a talent agency scouted your band... was it his agency?"
"No." Ryo shook her head. "Karen offered to sign us, but we want to see how far we can go on our own strength first."
Phew...
Soyo let out a small breath of relief. At least he wasn't using the contract as bait to lure them into his bed.
"Want to hear anything else?"
Ryo held up the QR code. They had heard enough erotic stories for one day, and Tomori had her "answer" for the lifetime band.
But they hadn't come here just for stories.
"Hey, hey... can Ryo-san teach me guitar?" Anon looked at Ryo expectantly. "Mr. Rin said that even though you're a bassist, your guitar skills are amazing."
"Mmm..." Soyo nodded. "And my bass, too."
Before they arrived, Rin had given them a brief introduction to Kessoku Band. Mutsumi had agreed to teach Anon, but she couldn't be there every day.
Being taught once a month was the best they could hope for. Rana was an incredible guitarist, but the "stray cat" had zero teaching ability.
It was better to let Ryo teach them; it allowed her to earn some extra cash. Working for money was better than borrowing it.
Soyo's bass skills were actually mediocre. She had a musical foundation, but she had played the double bass in the Tsukinomori wind instrument club.
A double bass is a massive instrument; a 5'3" girl like Soyo had to use one that was nearly 6 feet tall.
While the techniques were similar to a bass guitar, Soyo only started the latter when Sakiko formed Crychic. She could play, but she was far from an expert. Since the bass usually lacks presence anyway, the difference wasn't glaring...
Faced with their requests, Ryo shoved the QR code in their faces again.
"Thank you for your patronage~"
While Soyo and Anon studied under Ryo, Tomori and Taki weren't idle. Tomori didn't go to Kita for singing tips; instead, she sought out Bocchi to learn how to adapt to the stage.
After all, Kita was an amateur who had learned on the fly; she couldn't teach Tomori much.
Taki followed Tomori. Although Nijika was a better drummer than Taki, the gap wasn't large enough to warrant a formal apprenticeship.
As for Rana... the cat just wanted to play.
She wandered onto the Starry stage and began to shred on her guitar by herself.