The vast majority of members expressed their incomprehension about Ikoma's concurrent role.
Nogizaka is not a branch of AKB and does not participate in AKB's singles or albums, nor does it participate in handshake meetings and general elections.
The two only have a certain overlap in management personnel, which has led to several limited cooperations. There is no so-called affiliation.
However, this cabinet formation meeting poured cold water on everyone. Even though Ikoma Rina is no longer the center, she is still an important symbol representing the image of Nogizaka.
Now that Ikoma is joining the cabinet and going to AKB, what will outsiders think? They talk about formula opponents, but in the end they are just another SKE. Even though the formula opponent is just a slogan, it is inevitable to be shaken by this incident.
In the Line group, the girls express their opinions in all directions. Some are afraid that the matter of forming a cabinet will be extended to all members in the future, leading to various concurrent posts or even relocation; some are afraid that they will participate in the general election in the future and face brutal direct competition; some are afraid that Nogizaka will no longer be Nogizaka and will become "tainted". Color on AKB".
Although they both belong to Akimoto Yasu's girl group, Nogizaka's style has not yet been finalized, but it is still somewhat different from AKB's girl-next-door style that focuses on energy. The girls in Nogizaka had a lot of resentment in the first season of nogibingo, but for the girl next door, it was the norm in the show. Because the competition next door is fierce and most members need to rely on variety shows to get ahead, a lot of punishments for comedians have been introduced.
The Nogizaka members are very reserved and express obvious resistance to excessive scenes, so the style of nogibingo has changed drastically in the second season. There may be a reason why girls are afraid of dyeing. There are also deeper differences that the girls may not be able to express clearly in words for a while.
They only know that many of Nogizaka's top managers are also AKB's top managers. This time, the opening for concurrent responsibilities has been opened, and it is uncertain whether there will be openings for annexation in the future.
"Trust Ikoma-chan, let's see what the operation says tomorrow." Amamiya Sugawara sent a message to appease the restless people.
Nogizaka's shares are split between North River and SMR. Unless Sony completely abandons Nogizaka, there will be no possibility that all Nogizaka members will take part-time roles, and Nogizaka will become a sub-group of AKB.
The group is so noisy and happy, but it's all unfounded. This part-time role is probably just like the past several collaborations, just to hype each other up, there is no need to take it too seriously.
Amamiya Shiori, who had just put away her phone and was about to go back to work, received another call from Shiraishi Mai.
"I thought Xiaozhi didn't care about Nogizaka anymore? I haven't seen you talking in the group." Shiraishi Mai said.
"Sister Nonaka called me just now, otherwise I might not know about it now."
"Okay, I know. Forget it, let's not talk about it. Xiaozhi, do you think it is a good or bad thing to take on this job at the same time?"
"I don't know, it doesn't have any impact on me anyway." Amamiya Sori looked indifferent.
"Hmph~~" Shiraishi Mai said unhappily, "It has no impact on you, but it has a big impact on Nogizaka. Let me tell you something. The day before yesterday, the operation called me and asked me if I wanted to work part-time at AKB. I refused. No. To think they even asked Ikoma-chan.”
"Did the operation ask you too?" Amamiya Sori asked curiously.
"Yes, not long after the second anniversary live ended, I received a call from Kikuchi-san asking me if I wanted to experience AKB for a while."
"Have you never thought of agreeing?"
"How could I agree? I'm not familiar with the place, and the members of the group have known each other for a long time. If I go there as an outsider, I will definitely be squeezed out. Besides, I have to attend extra live sessions and even participate in the general election. How tiring People."
"That's true. But Ikoma-chan actually agreed, which is a bit unexpected."
"Yeah, I didn't expect anyone to actually be willing to go. Alas, I'm not dissatisfied with her choice, I just don't understand. She has obviously relieved her burden, why should she take on a new burden?"
"Perhaps she has figured out something after these few orders? Want to break through and challenge herself?" Amamiya Soi said casually.
"Then we can fight for center again! Why do we have to take on the role of AKB concurrently? Why don't we stay in Nogizaka and work together?" Mai Shiraishi's tone still had a hint of dissatisfaction, not what she said.
"The operation proposed this plan. It must have its purpose. Let's wait and see what Konno-san says tomorrow. Anyway, this kind of thing does not happen frequently. It should be at least one or two years apart. It won't affect other members yet."
"But it will definitely affect our entire team." Mai Shiraishi's words did not conceal her rejection of concurrent roles. It seems that after being influenced by AKB, the purity of Nogizaka will decrease and it will no longer be "Nogizaka".
"Let's take a look first. What if it has a positive impact? Don't be too pessimistic."
"I hope so." Mai Shiraishi sighed, and then asked when Amamiya Shiori would come home.
"It's already eleven o'clock, President Amemiya, why aren't you off work yet?"
"I can't help it. I've been really busy recently. Even after the employees get off work, I still have to be busy for a while. It will probably take another two or three hours. I'll ask the secretary to drive me back. Don't worry." Amamiya Shiori replied.
She also wants to summarize users' feedback and arrange work tasks for tomorrow.
"Then I wait for you."
"No need to wait, you can go to bed first and just wake me up in the morning."
"Oh, then, good night~"
"OK, good night."
After ending the call, Amamiya Shiori walked into the office and continued to work hard.
Early the next morning, Amamiya Souri was woken up by Mai Shiraishi with sleepy eyes. After washing up in a daze, she came to the sme building before dawn.
After only sleeping for less than four hours, Amamiya Shiori now relies entirely on coffee to survive.
In the lounge, two rows of long tables joined together were filled with girls’ bags.
Amamiya Shiori lay on the table to catch up on her sleep.
I don't know how long it took, but it finally became quiet.
Takayama Kazumi patted Amamiya Shiori on the shoulder.
Amamiya Sugaru rubbed his eyes. In front of the two rows of tables, next to the small standing podium, stood Ikoma Rina, who was currently at the forefront of public opinion in the group.
She wore a black long-sleeved shirt, nine-quarter pants and sneakers. She also wore a T-shirt outside the long-sleeved shirt, which was in line with her usual dressing style.
On the side, Yoshio Konno is wearing a black woolen jacket, loose jeans, and metal chains hanging from his pants, which is in line with his usual dressing style.
"Good morning everyone."
"Good morning~~"
After a night of discussions and online public opinion fermentation, the girls were eagerly looking forward to an explanation of the operation.
