Chapter 409

Chihaya Aine moved her lips, but wisely refrained from saying anything more.

We discussed this topic last time.

However, as a rational realist, she is not yet able to make up her mind.

"Ikkyu-nii..."

If this had happened before, Ogura Asahi would have been just as intimidated as Chihaya Aine, hesitant to move forward. But now... thinking of that power he hadn't yet obtained, he could only chuckle.

You said it yourself, so don't regret it later!

"That sounds pretty good. I'll play with you guys for a bit."

His chin rested on the back of his intertwined hands, and the muscles in his face were curved upwards in a slightly sinister way.

"However, if you ever want to back out later... I won't allow it, okay?"

What are some ways to deal with a woman who is obsessed with her boyfriend/girlfriend and has a yandere personality?

It's simple, just become even more clingy than them, become a yandere, and that's it!

Let's see who's afraid of whom in the end!

"Um!"

Completely unaware of the seriousness of the situation, Takamatsu Akari nodded vigorously with delight.

"Hey? Asahi- san, this is a lifetime! Is it really okay to make a decision so easily?"

Chihaya Aine couldn't bear it Chihaya Aine and stood up, her voice cracking as she offered a few words of advice.

I thought he would feel burdened and object, but why did he accept it so easily!

Am I the only one who's strange?

"A magnificent and beautiful life begins amidst grand and turbulent waves... This is a philosophical thought I just came up with, and I'm sharing it with you."

"No, even if you say that... Ah! Sōse- san! Over here!"

Upon seeing Nagasaki Sōse's figure, she quickly changed the subject, not wanting to be enveloped by gravity any longer.

Ogura Asahi turned to look at the entrance of the coffee shop, where stood a woman with flaxen hair, light blue eyes, and an air of calm elegance, like the older sister next door, a young woman who seemed much older than her age...

I've finally met you, Su Youli!

Chapter 413 Tea connoisseurs have their own methods.

It must be said, the first person to think of the name Su Youli was truly a genius.

The imagery and sound are perfectly matched; it's truly a delightful and expressive translation!

As soon as she stepped into the coffee shop, Nagasaki Sōse spotted a group of people. Just as she was about to walk over, she stopped in her tracks.

Who is that white-haired person? Why is he with Rikki-chan and the others?

Moreover, that figure seemed somewhat familiar... Her pupils contracted, and a bad premonition suddenly welled up in her heart.

"Good afternoon, Akari-chan, Aine-chan, Rikki-chan, and who is this?"

She walked over to the group without making a sound, pulled up a chair from the side, and sat down.

That sweetness, so different from Chihaya Aine's, that perfectly balanced voice... almost made Ogura Asahi fall off her chair.

I've gotten used to Chihaya Aine's voice lately, but her voice still...

"Ah, who is this...?"

Chihaya Aine was about to explain.

"She's a new member of my team, and her skills are guaranteed. I plan to have her as the guitarist or Keyboardist."

Shiina Rikki beat him to the punch and was the first to introduce herself.

"Huh?"

Nagasaki Sōse felt as if she had been struck by lightning, and her mind went completely blank for a moment.

She moved her dry, fragrant lips, as if to confirm. "... What did you say?"

"Her name is Ogura Asahi, and she's the last member of our band."

"... Why?"

Nagasaki Sōse clenched her fist, biting her lower lip slightly, her gaze sharpening, her voice turning cold. "Didn't I say I'd look for them?"

"But you failed, didn't you? There's still no news, and we can't keep waiting for them forever, can we?"

Compared to her restraint, Shiina Rikki swept her over with direct pressure.

"Or is there something you're dissatisfied with? I told you her skills were guaranteed, didn't I? If you don't believe me, have her play a piece for you."

That is...

Nagasaki Sōse frowned and remained silent, unable to think of a rebuttal. She glanced at Chihaya Aine.

If she were to say that she hoped to reunite Crychic and bring everyone back together, it would be tantamount to telling Chihaya Aine, who was standing next to her, "You better get out of here."

If we can't stop it now, the plan to bring Shōko -chan and Mutsu-chan in later will become even more difficult...

Who is this?

Ogura Asahi spoke softly at the right moment, her tone as gentle as the gentleness she exuded.

"Nagasaki Sōse, our band's Bass."

"Hello! I'm Ogura Asahi, it's nice to meet you! Looking forward to the rest of my life with you~"

He glanced shyly to the side, blinking rapidly.

"Huh?"

A chill ran through Nagasaki Sōse's heart, even overshadowing her earlier shock and disappointment.

But this way of speaking... it feels strangely familiar.

No! What does "the rest of my life" mean?!

"... I am Nagasaki Sōse, hello. May I ask... what did you mean by that sentence just now?"

She twitched her eyebrows slightly, forcing a smile that suggested she was a master of acting.

Hmph, an actor? Interesting.

Unfortunately, while he might fool naive young girls like Chihaya Aine, he's useless against an acting genius like him!

You're still far from good enough!!!

He gestured with his eyes to Takamatsu Akari beside him, asking her to explain for him.

"Actually, just now, Senior Asahi..."

Takamatsu Akari recounted the events that had just occurred in detail.

"Oh, I see. But senpai? Isn't Ogura-kun a student of Hanasakigawa?"

"That's because..."

With Chihaya Aine and Takamatsu Akari's earnest explanation and retelling, the whole story was finally explained to her.

"Huh? Ogura-kun is such an amazing person? And you all know her?"

Nagasaki Sōse's body trembled, her beautiful eyes widened, and she felt a chill run down her spine.

Given how formidable the opponent is, will she really be able to successfully reunite with her teammates?

In particular, the other three people seemed to know him.

What's going on? Why does she feel like she's the one being ostracized?

"Are you alright, Sōse? I hope my arrival hasn't disturbed you all?"

He blinked, staring straight at her with a sincere expression.

No, it can't be...

Suppressing the urge to say, "Yes, so you'd better leave now!", Nagasaki Sōse responded with difficulty.

"Wow, that's great!"

Ogura Asahi clasped his hands together, beaming with joy, "I was worried that my sudden visit might make everyone a little uncomfortable—even though it was Rikki asked me to come!"

"..."

"If you really care, that's okay, because I like you all, so even if I can only watch from afar, I'll be content... It's really alright!"

"..."

"But it's better this way. Let's forget about the outside world and step into a vibrant, youthful life together!"

"..."

"..."

After a barrage of tea-themed remarks, not only Nagasaki Sōse, but also the other three hugged their arms, feeling a chill run down their spines.

"What's wrong with you? Why are you suddenly speaking in such a disgusting tone?"

Shiina Rikki glared at him, clearly annoyed.

"Doesn't it sound good?"

"Hearing that makes me want to punch you."

"I thought you guys were already used to it."

After leaving a meaningful conclusion, he clicked his tongue and ended his role as the tea girl.

After a while...

Nagasaki Sōse, who had been frowning and recalling the information she had just heard, glancing at him from time to time, suddenly had a flash of inspiration and exclaimed in surprise, "Ogura-kun, you..."

"Stop calling Ogura-kun, just call me by my name, no suffix is fine, you can call me senpai like Aine-chan and the others do -- I don't mind."

"You really have no shame..."

"Am I not qualified to be your senior Rikki-chan?"

"Shut up!"

"Ha, heartless woman, have you forgotten the years we fought on the same battlefield?"

"If attending class is like a battle, then you're definitely a deserter. Should we just hand you over to a military court?"

"..."

During a lull in their banter, Nagasaki Sōse seized the opportunity to interject, "So, Asahi -chan... could it be...?"

She took a deep breath, carefully choosing her words: "Could it be that you've also been to the Tsukinomori?"

"..."

Ogura Asahi raised an eyebrow and glanced at her with surprise.

How did she know? Had he seen her in the Tsukinomori?

Was it just a guess? It doesn't seem like it.

In other words, you saw him by chance somewhere? Or did you hear from someone that a mysterious white-haired girl had appeared at the school and disappeared without a trace?

After a moment's thought, realizing that he might be exposed anyway, he decided not to hide it. "That's right. So, Sōse, have you seen me before?"

"Huh? You even have Tsukinomori?!"

Shiina Rikki opened her small mouth and looked over in shock.

"Is the security at a prestigious girls' school the same as at other schools?"

Chihaya Aine began to question this issue.

Nagasaki Sōse remained silent. So, the white-haired girl she saw walking with Wakaba Mū last time—was she the medium?

"Asahi-chan, do you know Mutsumi-chan... do you know Wakaba Mū?"

"Huh?"

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