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Although he wanted to have breakfast, in fact, Hosokawa Koharu didn't eat much. He just mixed some milk with some oats and then drove to find Higashinoji.

Even Higashikata was a little surprised by her efficiency.

But this is also Hosokawa Koharu’s style.

Higashinoji received Hosokawa Koharu with a smile, then contacted Kotamahiko and changed the reservation at 1 p.m.

After all, although Hosokawa Koharu agreed to help, this was considered her time outside of work, and even Tonoji was embarrassed to keep wasting her time.

Just like that, she and Hosokawa Koharu were laughing and talking, and Higashinoji and her soon came to the NHK TV station.

"Hello, Mr. Higashino, we meet again."

Looking at the handsome and handsome Higashinoji in front of him, Xiao Yuyan couldn't help but smile and stretched out his hand to shake hands.

At the same time, Xiao Yuyan couldn't help but sigh in his heart - I didn't expect Higashinoji to actually agree to participate in the Red and White Song Competition because of a few studio tickets. You know, compared with the position of the main axis, these few studio tickets are simply not enough A piece of cake.

However, Xiao Tamahiko didn't care. He felt that geniuses like Higashinoji had more or less quirks that ordinary people couldn't understand, and it was normal not to understand him.

Higashinoji also reached out and shook hands with Kotamahiko, then turned to introduce him to Hosokawa Koharu next to him.

"It turns out to be Editor Hosokawa. I hope we can have a pleasant cooperation."

"I'm just here to talk about the singing repertoire and rehearsal time on behalf of Mr. Higashino."

Hosokawa Koharu smiled politely: "Mr. Xiaodama, let's get straight to the point."

"Okay, please come this way."

Xiao Yuyan didn't show any pretense, and walked inside with Higashinoji.

While following Xiao Yuyan and walking inside, Higashinoji also saw many famous singers or actors. When they saw Xiao Yuyan, they all stopped and bowed politely to say hello.

"You have worked hard!"

"You have worked hard!"

It has to be said that Japanese TV is indeed the most competitive place in all walks of life. Just looking at the cautious appearance of these actors, Higashinoji sighed a little.

"Please sit down, Mr. Higashino." Kotama Hikoto poured the tea, and after Higashinoji and Hosokawa Koharu took a symbolic sip of tea, they began to talk about business.

"As for the singing repertoire, we at NHK actually have a plan. We hope Mr. Higashino can choose one from "Lemon", "Although Our Hands Are Empty" and "Don't Give Up".

Xiao Yuyanren spoke and took out a form.

Higashinoji and Hosokawa Koharu picked up the form and scanned it roughly.

During this scanning process, Xiao Tamahiko did not stop to explain: "This is a survey conducted by our NHK TV station outside. The above is Mr. Higashino's approval rate and the support of the three songs."

Listening to Xiao Tamahiko's explanation, Higashinoji realized that the table did contain the approval ratings of many singers.

Presumably this is the basis for NHK to choose singers.

Among them, Higashinoji's overall support rate is very high, especially at the age of fifteen to twenty-five, the support rate directly reaches 80%.

"Teacher Higashino's approval rating ranks first among the young generation, and most young people like the song "Lemon" very much."

Xiao Yuyan said.

Indeed, as he said, many young people like the song "Lemon".

only.

Higashino continued to look behind him, and then he noticed something strange.

Because not only the age group of fifteen to twenty-five years old, Higashinoji's approval rate is actually not low in the age group of thirty to forty-five years old, reaching an overall rate of 69%.

This is undoubtedly a terrifying ratio.

And people of this age group.

“Mainly like ‘Don’t Give Up’?”

Higashikata was a little surprised.

"Yes, Japanese men and women between the ages of thirty and forty-five like the song "Don't Give Up" very much."

Xiao Yuyan nodded: "It's not just middle-aged men. "Don't Give Up" is actually quite popular among the younger generation. There is also a questionnaire behind it. If you don't mind, please read it."

The questionnaire on "Don't Give Up" is actually very simple, with only two or three questions in total.

And among these two or three questions, there are only a few similar answers:

""Don't Give Up" cleared away the haze in my heart. ’

“‘Don’t Give Up’ gave me the strength to continue living. ’

Looking at the contents of these questionnaires, Higashino suddenly understood.

To this day, Japan is actually still in the "lost decade," which is the shadow of the bubble economy of the last century. Some Japanese between the ages of thirty and forty-five are still at a loss for life.

Unlike most young people who have not experienced the gloomy history of the bubble economy, they prefer "Don't Give Up", an inspiring song with a brisk melody.

"Don't admit defeat, it's only a little bit close, please keep running until the end!"

Listening to Higashinoji's unique singing voice, they seemed to feel inspired.

For this reason, "Don't Give Up" is particularly popular among them.

Even more than that, "Don't Give Up" is actually quite popular among some young people.

I have to say that this song is indeed Sakai Izumi's billboard song. A classic is a classic.

Perhaps this is the charm of music and art, it can arouse the resonance of others at once.

Higashinoji finished reading the form and then raised his head: "Your station prefers that I can sing "Don't Give Up", right?"

"If you only look at the form data and support rate, it is obvious that "Don't Give Up" is more popular." Xiao Yuyan nodded.

As he said, it is indeed "Don't Give Up" that is more popular.

Because this song is directly included in the textbooks of Japanese students, many students also know the name of this song.

As for "Even though our hands are empty".

Because of the animated short film, this song is generally considered to depict the bond between mother and child, so it is particularly popular among housewives.

"I have no objection to this." Higashino nodded and replied.

It doesn't matter what he sings, not to mention "Don't Give Up" is a good song in the first place.

"Thank you, Mr. Higashikata, for your understanding." Xiao Tamahiko breathed out a little.

Because there was a precedent of almost failing to convince Higashinoji, he never dared to take it lightly.

At this time, seeing that Higashinoji was so easy to talk to, he was naturally relieved.

"Now that the track has been decided, the next step is the specific rehearsal time. By the way, do you want to prepare some dances for "Don't Give Up"?"

Xiao Yuyan suddenly suggested.

ah? Ready to dance?

Higashikata was stunned after hearing this.

"Teacher Higashino is singing solo. If there is no dance, the stage may be a little deserted."

Xiao Yuyan suggested.

There is only one person singing alone on such a huge stage. Not only is it unattractive to watch, but it also requires a lot of aura from the singer. If there is no way to suppress the atmosphere of the scene, it will be very embarrassing in the end.

So he made this suggestion.

But Higashinoji shook his head without hesitation: "No, I can do it alone."

Just kidding. A semi-supportive song like "Don't Give Up" also has some girls showing their thighs jumping around.

If some of Sakai Izumi's fans knew about it, they might tear apart the space and eat him even Tonoji.

"Okay, then I understand."

Hearing Higashinoji's words and his obvious refusal, Xiao Tamahiko didn't push any further.

He started looking at the rehearsal schedule.

Since Higashinoji is just a one-person singing show with no dancing interspersed, the rehearsals can be slightly reduced.

And considering the identity of Higashinoji manga author

Kotama Hikoto proposed the number and time of four rehearsals to Higashinoji and Hosokawa Koharu.

At this time, the editor Hosokawa Koharu needs to come forward.

After all the hard talk, she finally managed to communicate with Xiao Yuyan and cut the four rehearsals into three.

"Then the work aspect has already been discussed."

Kotamahiko closed the lottery list, and then looked at Higashinoji and Hosokawa Koharu.

He suddenly spoke as if he had remembered something: "By the way, Mr. Higashino, Editor Hosokawa, I suddenly remembered that there is something else I want to tell you."

"What's up?"

"I heard that you seem to have some conflicts with Yukie Oura?"

At the mention of the name 'Oura Yukie', Kotamahiko's expression tightened slightly.

Higashinoji and Hosokawa Koharu were also a little surprised.

Because they didn't expect to hear this name from Xiao Yuyanren's mouth.

Isn't Yukie Oura the same female singer that Higashinoji wanted to sing "Lemon" with at first, but who later made Higashinoji angry?

There is a conflict between Higashinoji and Yukie Oura. This is not only known to the entertainment industry, but also to some fans.

And Kodamahiko mentioned Oura Yukie here

"Mr. Xiaodama, do you mean that Yukie Oura will also participate in the Red and White Uta Battle?" Hosokawa Koharu couldn't help but ask.

"Yes." Xiao Tamahiko nodded: "After all, Mr. Higashino, you have a conflict with Oura Yukie, so the Kohaku Uta Battle will be more effective."

Because Higashinoji came to Oura Yukie before and wanted to entrust her to sing the song "Lemon" but was rejected. Later, Higashinoji himself sang "Lemon" and it became a hit on the distribution list. This is something that many fans know.

The two of them really "fight" on the stage to see who loses and who wins. This strong smell of gunpowder will naturally bring a lot of traffic.

I have to say that NHK is indeed the big brother of Japanese television that is very good at running it. It even takes into account such personal conflicts.

But to be honest, Higashinoji didn't really care about Oura Yukie's troubles for a long time.

Her unwillingness to sing the song "Lemon" is only her personal loss.

"Honestly speaking, Oura Yukie's reputation in the entire entertainment industry is just that. She can be regarded as a female singer who has ruined her own business."

Xiao Yuyanren shook his head as he spoke.

Yukie Oura didn't reflect on herself much after the incident with Higashinoji's "Lemon". Instead, she felt like she was getting worse.

At least when Xiao Yuyan went to invite her, she pretended to hesitate for a while, and finally agreed 'reluctantly'.

This made Kotamahiko have a particularly bad impression of Oura Yukie.

However, in order to avoid Higashino misunderstanding, Kotamahiko also explained: "Compared with Higashino-sensei, Oura Yukie's popularity this year has not reached the level of a major player, so our program team can at most arrange a lower position for her." Location, I hope Mr. Higashino can understand this."

He was worried that Higashinoji thought it was him who arranged the drama between Yukie Oura and him.

"I understand." Higashino nodded politely and did not continue discussing this issue.

After all, Kotamahiko is essentially a salaried person and must obey the instructions of the television production committee. Naturally, Higashinoji will not criticize him too much.

But now that he knew that Oura Yukie would be on stage, Higashinoji was also a little curious: "Speaking of which, Mr. Xiaodama, how will you count the victory or defeat of Oura Yukie and me? I remember that the voting statistics for the Kohaku Uta Battle were to count the white team and the red team. Two big groups, right?"

Yes.

In his impression, there should be no mechanism for counting the votes of individual singers in the Red and White Song Competition. It basically counts the votes of the audience in the studio, then counts the votes outside the venue, and finally announces the winner of the red group or the white group on the big screen.

Why does this thing make him compare with Yukie Oura?

"Don't worry about Mr. Higashino." Xiao Tamahiko said with a slight smile: "We have a mechanism for segmented ratings statistics, and we can rely on this to determine the outcome."

Segment statistics mechanism?

This was the first time Higashino heard this term.

After all, he was not a professional in acting in his previous life.

Seemingly sensing Higashinoji's incomprehension, before Kotamahiko could explain, Hosokawa Koharu next to him took the initiative to explain:

"During a period of time, the ratings fluctuate up and down. Teacher Higashino should be aware of this, right?"

She stretched out her hand and made a gesture.

"For example, when it's oura Yukie's turn to sing, the ratings are 44%, and when it's your turn to sing, Mr. Higashino, the ratings are 52%. This can clearly tell the winner. It worked out.”

"I see."

Listening to Hosokawa Koharu's simple and easy-to-understand explanation, Tonoji probably understood what the segmented ratings meant.

Indeed, relying on this does have some reference significance.

Similarly, Higashinoji was also speechless.

The Japanese really like to rank places everywhere, and they can even think of this method.

"I probably understand, then let's follow the rehearsal time." Higashinoji said politely to Kotamahiko, "I'll take my leave now."

His polite attitude was in sharp contrast to that of Yukie Oura. Xiao Yuhiko couldn't help but stand up on his own initiative: "Let me see Mr. Higashino off."

In this way, Kotama Hikoto sent Higashinoji and Hosokawa Koharu out of the TV station.

He did not inform Oura Yukie about Higashinoji's participation in the Kohaku Uta Battle.

I don't know what kind of expression she will have after notifying her.

It seems that we can imagine the pig liver face that Yukie Oura may show.

Everyone in Xiao Yuyan smiled happily.

Compared to Oura Yukie, he definitely supports Higashinoji.

Thanks for the gift from fate! Thank you so much!