Chapter 243
"Oh, that's good news! It can save us a lot of money!"
Anwa Subaru, who weren't short of money, chimed in to lighten the mood, "Thank you~!"
"Thank you very much! (Ultimately polite)"
Inoseri Nina bowed deeply.
Thank you~
"Thanks..."
"..."
The other four expressed their gratitude, but only the team leader, Kawaragi Momoka, felt her face burning, her pearly teeth lightly biting her lower lip, her dark pupils wandering around.
I paid such a heavy price because I was greedy for saving a little money on accommodation!
Most importantly, we didn't save any money!
"One last thing, how's the band's online presence going?"
Sakurakoji Talent glanced at Kawaragi Momoka and thought of the same thing.
"I'm also uploading some updates, what's wrong?"
"It's nothing, I just feel like it's about time I started doing some of the things Band Manager should do. From now on, I'll handle the operations and editing. You guys just send the photos and videos of your daily meals, walks, performances, and rehearsals to the group file, and I'll take care of the rest."
"Hmm? Mr. Talent has already done so much for us!"
"You can't really say you've done anything if you don't put in the effort and work hard. All I've done so far is draw up the design plans for you."
Anwa Subaru exclaimed admiringly, "You're really strict with yourself! But do you want it all?"
"The more the better. Just upload according to your preferences and by date, and I'll choose from them."
Perhaps because of the breakthrough he had made with Kawaragi Momoka, he suddenly wanted to do something more for them.
It wasn't just a financial relationship before, where what might be a huge help to others was merely a perfunctory and convenient act for him. Instead, it was an act that truly built trust and opened his heart.
"... I have things to do tomorrow, so I'll be going back tonight. Remember to contact me anytime if you need anything."
He said to the group.
"So soon? Don't you usually stay for two days?"
"Yeah, it's okay if we don't walk so fast... right?"
"Can I go with you tonight and take a bus back tomorrow morning?"
"Dama! Nina, you stay behind for training!"
Have a safe trip!
Sakurakoji Talent softened slightly. "Then good luck to you guys, I'm looking forward to seeing you."
"I'll see you off."
Kawaragi Momoka followed.
"Me too! Me too!"
"Since there's nothing else to do here, I'll go over there too!"
"Then me too~"
The four people who had followed them crowded around looked at him with Kawaragi Momoka. She exchanged a helpless glance with him, realizing that it was pointless to say anything else.
Nighttime, in Ebizuka Tomo's room.
Ebizuka Tomo played with the two South African Armadillo Lizard he had received as birthday gifts from Sakurakoji Talent, his eyes filled with tenderness.
The little creature's body was covered in hard, shiny scales, like stones, which had a unique feel to them and were quite enjoyable to touch.
Their slow, clumsy movements are simply adorable to reptile enthusiasts.
"Thank you, Tomo."
Rupa, who was also in the room, expressed his gratitude.
"Hey, hey? What are you saying, Rupa?"
Ebizuka Tomo was startled, but pretended to be stupid.
"I know, you asked Mr. Talent because of me, didn't you?"
"..."I?
"But it's okay. Although I was happy to hear Mr. Talent say that, I don't expect him to actually like me. It's enough that things are as they are now."
"...&*@#"
Did you say something?
RUPA sat on her bed, looking at her with a puzzled expression.
"... Say it then."
Ebizuka Tomo's eyes were filled with complex emotions. "If you really like him, are you really willing to end it without confessing to him even once?"
"I love RUPA for always being understanding and supportive of me, and I hope you can find your own happiness too, so give it a try!"
"If you really like him, at least try confessing your feelings once!"
"A confession, or something..."
RUPA's smooth, slightly brownish skin tinged slightly under the dim lamplight. She looked away. "I'm not ready yet."
"... And if we fail, I'll become the culprit who ruins the current relationship within the band, and I don't want that."
"So, is it okay if things stay like this?"
Ebizuka Tomo sighed, looked back at the lizard in her hand, which was slightly larger than her small palm, and continued to stroke it.
"You know how charming that guy is. Although he says he's not considering dating for the time being, if you hesitate any longer, he might really be snatched away by someone else."
"Even now, I probably still receive love letters and confessions of love quite often, I'm sure of it!"
RUPA gently tucked her short hair behind her ear and said softly, "Even so, Mr. Talent hasn't started dating yet. He must have other things to do, so I shouldn't bother him."
"That's just cowardice and an excuse!"
"That might be true, but I'm really not ready yet..."
"Well... okay, at worst, I'll be there for you."
"Tomo... I like it!"
"Ouch~ Don't hug me suddenly!"
"..."
The next day.
Still embodying Ogura Asahi, Sakurakoji Talent stands on the rooftop of Haneoka Campus, arms outstretched, basking in the warm sunshine and fresh air—just kidding, how good can the air be in a big city like Tokyo? It's not like it's after rain.
Although I didn't run into Takamatsu Akari these past two days, just taking a break from my busy schedule to spend a leisurely afternoon on the rooftop like an ordinary high school student was enough to enjoy myself.
Even after he's truly free, he'll still live like this!
Gazing at the vast and beautiful Haneoka campus, with its naturally orderly layout and architecture, Ogura Asahi rested his Hands on the fence, lost in thought.
Maybe I should just transfer here; the environment here is really much better than Hanasakigawa.
Like a snow-white, noble Persian cat, Ogura Asahi stretched out his paws and yawned, thinking to himself idly.
However, I am different from cats. White cats are at the bottom of the cat's hierarchy of contempt, while I am at the very top!
He thought proudly, his gaze continuing to sweep downwards.
He didn't know what time it was, but at some point, a bright pink color entered through the gate of Haneoka School and caught his eye.
"Um?"
He narrowed his eyes and looked over carefully. After seeing the other person's appearance clearly—Holy crap!
He suddenly leaned forward, extending his upper body over the railing in a dangerous pose, trying to get closer to his target.
When did she get back?!
That pink-haired girl with black-rimmed glasses, an orange handbag, and a gray plaid skirt was none other than Nairyu—oops, Chihaya Aine!
He quickly took out his phone and glanced at the date—Friday, April 18th.
No, why is she back so early? Even if she came back before Golden Week, isn't this way too early?
~Mixed silk) Phosphorus Qi C Scars But after a moment's thought, and considering the clothes the other person was wearing, he understood.
Oh, so you're here for an interview.
If you think about it, the timing makes sense. The interview is now, the enrollment is next week, and after a week of classes, it's time for the Golden Week holiday... It makes sense.
[Note: The timeline in the MyGO anime is really ridiculous. It says that school starts before Golden Week, but the first few episodes of the anime are full of non-stop classes for more than a week... Wait, what about the weekend? Golden Week is not even mentioned and it just passed by like that. I don't know which two it was inserted between.]
So, the London deserters only stayed in the United Kingdom for half a month?
Tsk tsk tsk, this little dragon is so lame~
However, despite being called London deserter, the Carlford Academy she attended was actually located London Suffolk County, about 120 kilometers away, roughly equivalent to the distance between Beijing and Langfang.
Considering the size of the United Kingdom, the difference is even greater... Traveling all the way to study in the UK, and then going to a remote place? It's hard to say.
I'm not sure what to say.
Hmm? But if that's the case, does that mean we'll see Takamatsu Akari picking up stones today?
After a moment's thought, he shook his head, changed his plans, and picked up a different musical instrument than the one from yesterday.
He was tired of playing the same instrument all day.
Principal's Office.
The room is about half the size of a regular classroom. Besides bookshelves and desks, there are three sofas, one for sitting opposite each other and one for sitting alone. The room is bright and clean, and the floor is covered with a crisscrossing carpet.
The small, floor-to-ceiling windows, separated by vertical metal partitions, allow ample sunlight to flood this large space.
The stylish floor-to-ceiling wooden cabinets and potted green plants add a touch of human touch.
"..."
"..."
"I was the Student Council President in junior high!"
"It was a kind middle-aged woman with gray-brown hair," she said.
"Yes! I will actively participate in activities at this school and have a fulfilling high school life!"
Chihaya Aine sat upright opposite her, her nervous enthusiasm undetectable in her response.
"Yes, that was great! Thank you for your presentation! That concludes the interview!"
"Okay, thank you very much!"
She stood up, bowed to the other person, picked up Chihaya Aine orange bag, and left.
Stepping out of the building, she walked briskly towards the school gate.
It feels pretty good~ My grades are good too, so getting into university shouldn't be a problem.
As she walked, her eyes sharpened as she recalled what she had experienced over the past two weeks.
I'm going to start over here! I absolutely cannot repeat the same mistakes!
Suddenly, a noise from the bushes nearby startled her.
"Um?"
She reached out and tightened her grip on her bag, glancing in that direction as if afraid a thief might be lurking.
After seeing clearly that behind the bushes was a short-haired girl with gray-purple hair wearing the Haneoka school uniform, she breathed a slight sigh of relief.
That's right, this is a school, there shouldn't be any robbers, thieves or other criminals sneaking in here...