Chapter 396

He first learned that Sakurajima Mai existed in this world when he saw Yamada Ryo and started surfing the internet again.

He had no idea how prosperous her career had been before that.

"I see."

Her beautiful eyes widened, it was the first time she had heard this, and then a strange feeling stirred within her.

Could it be that his ability to see himself is related to this? Should he try going abroad?

Without thinking for too long, she continued, "At first I was very happy, but gradually it became very painful... No matter where I go, people will recognize me as Sakurajima Mai and I will attract attention from others."

"So I don't know when it started, but I began to wish I could go to a world where nobody knows me."

"I first realized that others couldn't see me on the first day of the four-day holiday."

[Note: The four-day holiday refers to the four holidays combined into one Golden Week, not that there are only four days off.]

"I went to the Enoshima aquarium on a whim."

"I guess you went alone."

Her adorable cherry-like figure, which was just about to move, stopped, and she glared at him. "Is that not allowed?"

"Tsk tsk..."

He glanced sideways, humming a little tune, signaling her to continue.

"Anyway, because no one could see me, I got bumped into several times. At first, I thought it was my imagination, since everyone was focused on watching the fish."

"But on my way back, I went into a coffee shop, and the staff there didn't respond at all when I tried to talk to them, yet they greeted other customers enthusiastically as soon as they came in..."

"Finally, after I escaped from that Cafe and returned to Fujisawa, everyone was able to see me again."

[Note: Enoshima belongs to Fujisawa and is a small island not far from the mainland.]

"So I started investigating whether the same phenomenon occurred in other places."

"And then you dressed up as Bunny Girl?"

Himemiya Chihaya's expression was hard to describe. "If someone like me kept staring at you, wouldn't you feel awkward?"

"If the other person still recognizes you and takes a picture of you and posts it online, wouldn't that cause a lot of trouble?"

"It's not so bad that I feel awkward, since I'm used to being in the public eye... I haven't been very active in the last two years, so my fame probably hasn't reached that level yet, but what you said isn't without merit."

The rabbit ears on her head swayed back and forth, as if acknowledging this.

"It's a wonder you had the nerve to worry about me just now... You're in a much more dangerous situation than I am, aren't you?"

"How so?"

She sounded puzzled.

He didn't answer directly, but looked at the vehicles and pedestrians passing by on the road, muttering to himself, "If Ru Yilinzaki Bashi Qiji Wuliu can't see it, he probably can't call the police either, right?"

"In other words, even if I do something fun or interesting to some wild, sexy Bunny Girl right now, there's no criminal cost..."

"You might only have this one chance in your life, why not give it a try... Speaking of which, it would be even more exciting if it were outdoors in a crowded place!"

As a knowledgeable senior high school student, Sakurajima Mai instantly understood the meaning behind his words.

"Wh-what?!"

Her pretty face flushed red as she covered herself with her hands, feeling that even the warm sunshine couldn't dispel the chill.

Chapter 403: When saying goodbye, say Ciallo~(∠?ω)⌒☆

"You, you, you mustn't do anything reckless!"

"I'm warning you, don't do anything bad! There are still many other people who can see me!"

"You're still young, you can't go down the path of crime so soon!"

"I never imagined you were this kind of person! You lied to me, Liu Jiuyi! You scum! You pervert!"

"..."

Each sentence grew more agitated than the last, and she unleashed a torrent of profanities at him, but to him, these gentle curses were nothing more than a reward.

He glanced around and, sure enough, no one questioned her condition.

He looked away and said disdainfully, "Dressed like that in broad daylight, I don't want you to call me a pervert."

"... I have my reasons for doing this..."

Sakurajima Mai responded weakly.

She shrank back slightly, placing her Hands on her smooth, bare shoulders, which were uncovered, and covering her cleavage with her arms. Only then did she realize how insecure she truly felt.

"Hmph~ That's what perverts and people with weird fetishes all say."

His sarcastic remarks made her feel so ashamed that she lowered her head in embarrassment. Only then did he unabashedly admire her charming figure.

As expected of a former top actress, her figure is impeccable, and she looks even better in a Bunny Girl outfit... I should probably buy a few sets in different sizes to keep at home, just in case.

After finishing his appreciation, he cleared his throat and returned to the main topic. "So, you think the problem lies with yourself?"

Based on her own account, it seems she believed that this unknown incident was triggered because she wanted to avoid the gaze of others.

Well, if he hadn't read the script beforehand, he might have been misled into thinking that way just by listening to her description.

"Hmm? Hmm... that should be it." (Three) (Moon Chair)

Seeing that he didn't act in accordance with his words, Sakurajima Mai realized he was teasing her, puffed out her cheeks, furrowed her brows, and began to act out a cute pufferfish scene.

"So... by the way, you mentioned earlier that many people can see you, who are those people?"

"Why are you asking this?! You still want to know!"

"No! To solve your problem, we need to carefully understand this important information, right? Otherwise, how can we make inferences?!"

"Suspicious..."

"Hmph~ If you're not going to tell me, then forget it. I'm going home for dinner. Thank you for the feast for the eyes today, goodbye~"

"Etc!"

As he made a move to leave, she couldn't help but reach out and try to stop him.

Himemiya Chihaya, who had only intended to scare her, had no intention of leaving. She smiled and waited for her answer.

"It's just Chihaya, yet she's so arrogant..."

She swayed her delicate body, standing there shyly, her eyes darting aimlessly across the ground.

"Oh~"

"What's wrong now?!"

"It's nothing, I'm just a little touched. Please continue."

He wiped his eyes with emotion, feeling extremely gratified.

He's always the one who calls people by their names. To be called by one's full name upon first meeting someone—even if it's just a pseudonym—is truly exhilarating!

"Ugh, all you're saying is incomprehensible."

Sakurajima Mai's brows were furrowed with lingering resentment. After composing herself, she continued her explanation:

"At least, my teachers and classmates at school can still see me. And the same goes for people I know well."

"I see."

"What came to mind?"

"No, I'm just hungry. How about you?"

He exchanged glances with her in a calm and slightly social manner, his thoughts unreadable.

However, at least the claim that the chess player Er III0 was hungry was completely false.

Because he ate a lot this morning, he still feels like the food in his stomach hasn't been fully digested.

"Sigh... I feel the same way."

Sakurajima Mai was slightly disappointed, but she didn't lash out with her emotions unreasonably.

"Let's go grab something to eat first, it's on me."

He walked along the sidewalk toward the commercial street he had seen that morning. "Right! If no one can see you, wouldn't you be able to..."

"No way!"

She emphasized her words, stressing that she was not that kind of person.

Even if you're hungry, you won't?

"Hmm~ Probably not, it's not time to completely run out of food yet."

"How stubborn! If it were me, I would definitely use the excuse, 'It's all the world's fault! So what I'm doing is perfectly reasonable!' to ransack supermarkets and restaurants."

"You know it's just an excuse... I think you should reread your elementary school moral education textbook."

"Unfortunately, I haven't read any books on that subject. Morally, I rely on family education—well, since I'm financially comfortable, I should set aside the appropriate amount of money."

"Of course..."

"Because if you find it troublesome or forget to bring it, I might not let you go directly."

"You're really straightforward..."

"This is also one of my many strengths."

Do you have any strengths? Where are they? I don't see any.

"Hmm... I didn't expect the famous Mai to be nearsighted. Did she forget to wear her contact lenses today?"

"My eyesight is perfectly fine, you don't need to worry."

"..."

The two went to a coffee shop together.

Hello, are you alone?

A part-time JK (high school girl) in uniform stepped forward and asked solicitously.

Himemiya Chihaya glanced at Sakurajima Mai beside her, who had a blank expression, and her feelings were just as complicated as Mai's.

Even though he already knew the situation, every time it was presented to him, it still clashed with his common sense from the past ten years or so, creating an utterly absurd feeling.

"That..."

The JK girl repeated timidly.

"Uh~ um~"

Sakurajima Mai gave him a hard poke in the side, and he let out a soft groan, making a slightly suggestive sound that drew shy and angry glances from the two girls next to him.

"Yes, the mountain (four) zero flag (two) passed away, sorry I was distracted."

"Ah, no! Please come this way!"

The waitress, JK, led him to a seat, took his order, and then hurriedly left.

What a handsome guy, it's a pity he seems a bit mentally unstable... and he eats more than he looks like.

"You did this on purpose, didn't you?"

After watching her leave, Sakurajima Mai frowned and looked at him with disdain.

What do you mean?

"That erotic shouting just now."

"That's because you're so amazing, Mai!"

Don't use that kind of expression!

"Mai, your foot..."

What's wrong with my foot?

Her rabbit ears hopped forward again.

"It's nothing, it's just an honor to be pampered by your feet in such a special place."