Anonymous Noise, Vol. 14

This ballad of unrequited love explores the themes of music, longing, and friendship. Nino Arisugawa, a girl who loves to sing, experiences heart-wrenching goodbyes when her childhood friend, Momo, moves away and when she befriends Yuzu, a music composer. Nino reunites with Momo and Yuzu in high school, but her voice remains in terrible shape. In a last-ditch effort, Yuzu removes his mask and whispers, "Sing with me, Alice," to save In No Hurry's performance.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2019
Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

In this captivating ballad of unrequited love, music and longing intertwine, painting a poignant portrait of the human heart. Nino Arisugawa, a young girl with a passion for singing, embarks on a journey of emotional turmoil as she witnesses her first heart-wrenching goodbye when her beloved childhood friend, Momo, relocates. However, her sorrow is only compounded when she forms a friendship with Yuzu, a talented music composer, and faces another painful parting. Yet, destiny has a way of bringing people together, and Nino's path crosses with Momo and Yuzu once again in high school. Despite the hopes and expectations of those around them, the outcome of their reunion is far from what anyone could have predicted.

As Nino prepares to take the stage at Tokyo Sailing, her voice remains in a state of fragility, haunted by the memories of her past. In a moment of sheer determination, Yuzu removes his mask and utters the words that hold the key to their salvation: "Sing with me, Alice." With tears streaming down his face, Yuzu offers Nino his support and encouragement, urging her to embrace her talent and share her voice with the world.

As Nino takes center stage, her voice trembles with emotion, but it is also filled with a newfound strength and resilience. With every note she sings, she pours her heart and soul into the music, channeling the pain and longing that have defined her existence. The audience is spellbound by her performance, captivated by the raw emotion she exudes.

In a climactic moment, Nino and Yuzu join forces, their voices blending in perfect harmony. The audience is transported to a realm of pure emotion, as the power of music transcends the boundaries of time and space. The tears of joy streaming down their faces are a testament to the undeniable connection that has been forged between these two souls.

As the final notes fade away, the audience erupts into applause, their hearts filled with gratitude for the beauty and power of music. Nino and Yuzu stand side by side, their eyes reflecting the depth of their emotions. They have overcome the obstacles of unrequited love and emerged stronger and more resilient than ever before.

In this ballad of unrequited love, music has become a vessel for their emotions, a means of communication that transcends the limitations of language. It has brought them together in a way that nothing else could have, and it has shown them that even in the face of adversity, the power of music can heal and inspire. As they move forward into the future, Nino and Yuzu carry the memory of their shared experience, a reminder that love and music have the power to transform lives and ignite the flames of hope.

Weight: 170g
Dimension: 181 x 121 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781974705535