Mash-up Anime World: Creating the SCP Foundation to Contain Anomalies

Haruto reached out and tapped Megumi's forehead.

This girl, where was she looking!

Then, like performing magic, Haruto produced a glow stick out of nowhere. It was a white reward from a previous lottery draw.

An ever-glowing glow stick.

Megumi took it, curiously examining the glow stick.

It was… really bright?

And it could change colors according to one's thoughts.

"A containment object?"

Megumi asked curiously.

Haruto nodded.

"Something like that. A glow stick that never goes out and can change colors at will."

Megumi's mouth formed an "O" shape.

So, the world even had containment objects like this.

At that moment, a spotlight suddenly lit up on the stage. Standing within the beam of light was a girl in a dazzling long dress. She made no movement, didn't even lift her head. But the moment she appeared, the crowd erupted into a soundwave.

"Ai!" "Ai!" "Ai!"

The cheering echoed throughout the hall.

Music started playing, and Hoshino Ai slowly lifted her head.

Those starry eyes, even from a distance, shone like precious gems, making it impossible to look away.

Idol

"完璧で嘘つきな君は" (The perfect and deceitful you)

"天才的なアイドル様" (The genius idol-sama)

Hoshino Ai's voice was both aggressive and irresistibly sweet.

Listening to Idol, Haruto thought—

This song's lyrics really suit her.

As she sang, Hoshino Ai danced on stage, making it impossible to take one's eyes off her.

That overly extravagant dress initially seemed like it might steal the spotlight. But the moment the girl started moving, no matter how extravagant the dress was, it became merely a backdrop for her.

Under the stage's spotlight, nothing could shine brighter than this girl.

When the song ended, the cheers in the hall reached their peak, as if they would blow the roof off.

"She's amazing."

Megumi sighed, watching the girl on stage.

"Megumi is just as cute. Why not debut as an idol?"

Haruto noticed Megumi's expression.

This girl, always ignored, must have wondered how it felt to be adored by countless fans.

Megumi shook her head quickly.

"No way, being an idol doesn't suit me at all. Some things are best just imagined."

Her gaze fell on Haruto.

"For me, just having your attention is enough."

Hearing this, Haruto reached out and gave her a head pat.

As they played around…

The performance on stage wasn't over yet.

The host stepped forward.

"Next, we have an interactive session! The lighting team will randomly select a lucky audience member to perform alongside Ai!"

As the host explained, Hoshino Ai's eyes remained locked onto a specific direction.

As the performance unfolded, she had already noticed it.

That seat...

It had to be!

There was no way she would mistake it.

So, in a moment when the audience wasn't paying attention, Hoshino Ai spoke through her earpiece:

"Aunt Miyako, the seventh seat in the fourth row! Shine the spotlight there!"

From backstage, Miyako Saito responded immediately, "Call me sister! Not 'Aunt'!"

Then, she glanced at the monitor to check the seat in question.

Unfortunately, the venue was dimly lit, making it impossible for her to see who was sitting there.

However, since Hoshino Ai had specifically pointed it out, Miyako went ahead and informed the lighting crew.

After all, ever since her debut, Hoshino Ai had never made unreasonable requests.

Such a small favor was nothing.

So, after a brief moment of chaotic light movements, the spotlight locked onto that seat.

With the bright light shining down, Miyako finally got a clear view of the person sitting there through the screen.

It was… the utterly bewildered President.

Miyako was instantly dumbfounded.

Meanwhile, in the venue…

Haruto suddenly found himself under the glare of the spotlight, looking completely lost. Turning toward the big screen on stage, he saw his own face displayed for everyone.

Just moments ago, he had been chatting and laughing with Megumi, paying no attention to what the host had been saying.

"Would the lucky audience member please come up on stage?"

The host announced through the microphone.

Haruto pointed at himself in confusion.

His bewildered expression, now broadcasted on the big screen, made the entire venue struggle to hold back laughter.

Even Hoshino Ai covered her face, giggling.

And just like that, Haruto was ushered onto the stage, still utterly confused.

"How are you feeling right now, lucky audience member?"

The host asked with a smile.

Haruto glanced at the mischievously grinning Hoshino Ai standing beside him.

No need to think, this had to be her doing.

"Heh, pretty alright, I guess."

Haruto took the microphone and responded nonchalantly.

The host felt a bit awkward.

This lucky audience member… didn't seem all that happy?

"Well then… You have three choices. You can ask Ai to sing a song for you, or you can sing a duet with her. Of course, you can also choose to perform a song by yourself."

This segment was meant to bring idols and fans closer together.

Usually, audience members would request a song from the idol and enjoy it from the stage, highlighting the friendly bond between idols and their fans.

Some bolder or more musically talented attendees would sometimes opt for a duet, which could turn out quite well.

However…

Haruto was inclined to choose one of the first two options.

But he had never listened to any of Hoshino Ai's songs!

Until now, the only song he had heard was the one she just performed. Was he supposed to request the same song again?

Normally, admitting something like that would just make the idol a little embarrassed.

It wouldn't turn into a disaster.

But if he outright said he had never listened to Ai's songs before…

Haruto glanced at Hoshino Ai.

Yeah… That would definitely lead to trouble later.

So…

"I'll sing my own song."

His choice left the entire audience stunned.

The host's lips twitched.

Who actually chooses to sing on their own?!

Hoshino Ai's eyes sparkled with excitement as she gazed at Haruto, full of anticipation.

Even Megumi blinked curiously from the audience.

She had only come to watch a performance, who would've thought she'd get such an unexpected bonus?

Quietly, she pulled out her phone and started recording.

"Well then, which song will you be performing? I'll have the backstage prepare the music."

The host asked helplessly.

Haruto thought for a moment before deciding…

"I'll perform an original song. I just need to borrow a guitar from the backstage."

With that, he turned and walked off, leaving behind a completely stunned audience. After a brief moment of silence, the crowd started murmuring among themselves.

Did they just randomly pick an audience member, only for him to start showing off?!

They came here to see Hoshino Ai!

At that moment, Hoshino Ai picked up the microphone.

"Everyone."

The chatter immediately ceased.

"Let's all look forward to it together, okay?"

She smiled.

With those words, the atmosphere in the venue quickly calmed down.

Meanwhile, backstage…

"President, I had no idea it was you in that seat! I'm so sorry for the trouble!"

Miyako frantically apologized.

Haruto waved his hand dismissively.

"Forget it. Just lend me a guitar. It's no big deal, I'll just get through this somehow."

Miyako's eyes widened.

Their President… was actually going to sing?!

Hastily, she ran off to borrow a guitar from the band, carefully handing it over to Haruto. With the guitar in hand, Haruto returned to the stage.

Seeing the now-calm audience, he was a little surprised.

No one was making a fuss?

Turning his head slightly, he saw Hoshino Ai smiling at him.

He understood instantly, she had settled the crowd.

Adjusting the guitar strap, Haruto stood before the microphone.

"Alright, uh, has anyone here watched Attack on Titan?"

The audience looked confused.

Why was he asking about manga before a performance?

Still, some people responded that they had.

After all, Attack on Titan was one of the most popular shounen manga at the moment.

Given how prominent the anime and light novel industry was in Japan, most people were familiar with it.

Haruto nodded.

"Well then, here's Guren no Yumiya."

He strummed the guitar strings.

The iconic melody of Attack on Titan's most legendary song began to echo through the venue.

"SiesinddasEssenundwirsinddieJaeger!"

(They are the prey, and we are the hunters!)

"踏まれた花の名前も识らずに"

(A nameless flower is trampled underfoot)

"地に坠ちた鸟は风を待ち侘びる"

(A fallen bird anxiously waits for the wind to rise)

Music has the power to convey emotion. The world of Attack on Titan was undeniably cruel.

Haruto had witnessed it firsthand.

Yet every character within it struggled, refusing to bow to fate.

The song Guren no Yumiya encapsulated that unyielding spirit perfectly.

The moment Haruto began singing, countless audience members felt a chill run down their spines.

Especially those who had read Attack on Titan, they were immediately reminded of the vivid characters and their fierce resistance!

"黄昏に绯を穿つ"

(With flames piercing the twilight)

"红莲の弓矢"

(Crimson Bow and Arrow!)

As the song came to an end, the venue was left in complete silence, the lingering notes still hanging in the air.

It wasn't until Haruto casually walked off the stage that the audience snapped back to reality.

They felt as if something deep inside them had been awakened; a burning passion, a desire to fight, to struggle.

Then, somewhere in the crowd, a single round of applause started.

And in an instant, thunderous clapping roared throughout the entire venue.

The applause continued for a long time.

Hoshino Ai stood dazed, staring towards the backstage, her eyes shining with an unprecedented light. Meanwhile, Haruto returned the guitar backstage, waved his hand, and prepared to leave.

Miyako was also stunned by the performance. Suddenly snapping back to reality, she grabbed Haruto's arm.

"President, debut as an idol! If it's you, you could definitely reach the pinnacle of the industry!"

Hearing this, Haruto couldn't help but sigh, pressing his fingers against his forehead.

"If I become an idol, what will happen to humanity?"

Only then did Miyako remember her president's true identity.

Just now, she had been too excited to think straight.

Haruto didn't take it to heart, simply waving his hand as he prepared to leave.

Just as he was about to step out of the backstage area, however, he suddenly felt a gaze upon him.

That gaze was like a venomous snake, cold and malicious.

Haruto frowned and looked back.

The person quickly averted their gaze, but Haruto had already spotted them.

It was a young boy, not very old.

It was hard to imagine that someone of his age could have such a sinister look in his eyes.

Haruto furrowed his brows.

This person was unfamiliar, he had never seen him before. That gaze…

Was it the hostile glare of a competitor in the idol industry? A wariness toward newcomers?

If that was the case, then this person was truly disgusting.