Nakamori Akina has never played with such "scheming".
After realizing that she should take the initiative, she mentally encouraged herself and thought about meeting him.
Instead of pinning her hopes on chance fate, the first thing she thought of was to seek help from Yukiko Okada. Yukiko has always been in contact with Shinichi Iwahashi. Since she went to college this year, Yukiko's work has decreased and she is not able to be active in the workplace.
I met her. But in private, the two often talked on the phone.
When chatting, Yukiko would also tell her about Iwahashi Shinichi.
Just like Nakamori Akina holds the secret between her and Iwahashi Shinichi, for Okada Yukiko, her acquaintance and events with Iwahashi Shinichi are also a secret.
Nakamori Akina knew about Yukiko and Iwahashi Shin's relationship, so Yukiko was able to speak freely in front of her.
If she asked Yukiko, she would definitely help. However, Akina Nakamori secretly did not want to contact Shinichi Iwahashi through Yukiko. Remembering the last time they met, Shinichi Iwahashi said that he was working as a producer for a newcomer at Warner Pioneer and would rather stay away from the near.
Avoiding his manager, he secretly asked his assistant to help him inquire about Chisato Moritaka's recent recording arrangements.
With this little "scheming" in mind, I waited for him and said, "What a coincidence."
But after all, she had never told such a lie, so she felt very embarrassed when facing Iwahashi Shinichi. In addition, she also felt ashamed that she had broken the tacit understanding between her and him.
Deliberate accidents sapped Akina Nakamori's courage. When Shinichi Iwahashi congratulated her on the success of her new single, Akina Nakamori didn't know how to continue her words.
Shinichi Iwahashi looked at Akina Nakamori's expression. He was puzzled at first, but then he suddenly understood.
…
"That's it."
In the tea room of the recording studio, Akina Nakamori and Shinichi Iwahashi sat opposite each other.
The reason for sitting together like this is not so much that it conforms to Nakamori Akina's wishes, but rather that it is in line with Iwahashi Shinichi's wishes. He was originally concerned about the Grand Prize.
As a result, when Nakamori Akina opened her mouth, she acted like a child. Not only did she tell him the whole story, she also told him the secret behind the deliberate meeting.
This kind of personality that is too frank and unable to tell lies seems a little funny and a little cute in the face of her troubles. In addition, it also makes Iwahashi Shinichi feel her purity and sincerity towards others.
Iwahashi Shinichi and Nakamori Akina didn't have much contact, but the word "purity" came to mind more than once.
Iwahashi Shinichi listened to her words without telling her. The first time he met her, he guessed that this was not a simple "accidental encounter".
However, it was already difficult for him to muster up the courage to seek the opinion of someone he didn't know very well. It was even more difficult for him to tell the truth truthfully after meeting, and he didn't want to tease her anymore.
"That's it." He remained calm and acted as if he didn't notice anything.
Self-exposure took a lot of Akina Nakamori's courage, but because of this, sitting in front of Shinichi Iwahashi was a girl who had completely let down her defenses and was unreservedly "harmless".
"Actually, if you want to talk to me about this matter, you should have an answer in mind, right?" Iwahashi Shinichi was not very reserved, "Moreover, this answer is different from the choice before you.
It’s different.”
"..." Akina Nakamori couldn't refute this statement. Or perhaps it should be said that this statement was too correct.
Iwahashi Shinichi did not express his opinion on this, but asked her first: "In that case, what do you think?"
Seriously speaking, Iwahashi Shin and the Record Awards have no direct relationship or interest, because of this, he can look at all this without being affected.
"I?"
"Yes, you are a strong candidate for the Grand Prize. What do you think of this prize?" Shinichi Iwahashi said, "Your own thoughts are the most important."
"For singers, this is the highest award." Akina Nakamori was honest and answered all questions.
"So, do you want to give up this supreme award to others?"
"but……"
Akina Nakamori didn't want to give up this award in her heart. This award is not exclusive to her. No matter what the reason is, at least she hopes that the Grand Award can maintain its sanctity.
If the Grand Prize loses its sanctity, not only will it be worthless in the future, but the trophies previously won will also be eclipsed.
It was because of this that she wavered in her heart when faced with persuasion. However, she refused in her heart and was still carrying the two baggage thrown at her by Director Kosugi and Kondo Masahiko, which made her feel uncomfortable.
"Nakamori-san, I think it's better to put your own thoughts first before considering external matters and other people's thoughts." Shinichi Iwahashi said, "A life of just giving in will not work.
"
"Life is not a life that you have to endure, but a life in which you can say 'no'. If happiness requires giving up a certain part to get it, it is not true happiness."
This is a very simple truth, so simple that when he says it, Iwahashi Shinichi feels as if he is making chicken soup for a little girl and saying something innocuous.
However, to put it simply, for Nakamori Akina, it was something she had never achieved.
However, the reason why you should consider yourself before considering others does not mean that it is selfish. On the contrary, living a life that keeps your own bottom line in advance is responsible for yourself and others.
A life without a bottom line, whether it is asking for or giving, is actually dangerous.
"Really speaking... the lyrics and music of this single were sent to you personally by Kato-san, saying that he wanted you to sing it. During the production process, many people behind the scenes were also used, and the credit is not just yours.
"
"If you consider other people's thoughts, then can you ignore the thoughts of everyone who is on the same side as you and hopes that this single will get what it deserves?" Shinichi Iwahashi asked her.
"...No." Nakamori Akina looked away.
"So, again, your own thoughts are the most important." Shinichi Iwahashi said, "Whether you insist on fighting for the grand prize or give up the grand prize, your thoughts will decide everything."
"But, before that, I want to correct you on one thing first." Iwahashi Shinichi told her, "Director Kosugi asked you to ask the firm. This is wrong. If you ask the firm, that is
Imagine that the firm has turned its back on you."
"If you speak with caution and temptation about the office first, how can you get a sincere answer?"
