What's Wrong with Adding Me to All These Omni-Anime Geniuses?

Her delicate cheeks flushed slightly, and her eyes glistened faintly, but she took a few deep breaths and continued her probing without a care, "If it's convenient, could you tell me what method you found?"

"I can't say for now, but it certainly won't help your situation, because what I have isn't Adolescence Syndrome."

"Is that so? Since you said it... But this also means that there are other fantastical things in the world."

Sakurajima Mai stared silently at the sand beneath her feet.

Even with her mental fortitude, she felt as if her worldview had been shattered.

At the same time, there was also a sense of uncertainty about the Mirai.

"By the way, Ms. Mai, what do you think is the cause of your illness?"

Sakurajima Mai blinked, pulling herself out of her reverie, and pondered for a moment, "I think it's probably like what you said last time, Chihaya."

Last time, he pointed out that she still loved working in the Entertainment Industry and wanted to make a comeback, but he didn't say it so bluntly because he was considerate of her.

However, someone with her high emotional and intellectual intelligence could easily understand what he meant.

"I enjoy working in film and television, and I want to continue doing so."

"But perhaps it is precisely because of this constant self-deception of one's feelings that such a strange thing as Adolescence Syndrome has developed."

"That's actually what I wanted to tell you today, which is why I asked you to come over. Of course, it's also true that I wanted to go to Kamakura and have a date!"

"After all, once I returned to the Entertainment Industry, I wouldn't have time to travel around anymore."

"Hmm~"

Himemiya Chihaya's eyes held an ethereal quality, revealing neither emotion nor thought, remaining noncommittal.

"W-what's wrong?"

Sakurajima Mai shrank her sexy neck shyly.

"Nothing!"

He smiled broadly, then placed his palms together beside his face, his eyes gleaming with a money-grubbing light as he sized her up. "So, Ms. Mai, which agency have you chosen to join...?"

With such a top-tier actor who already possesses fame and talent making a comeback, he's practically a walking cash cow that requires minimal effort!

If I can manage to recruit her, my entertainment company will finally have its first artist who can generate stable profits!

What a remarkable advancement this is!

This high-performing stock is completely different from those that lost money in the early stages!

"I plan to use my existing network to find a reputable firm."

"..."

Seeing his instantly dejected spirit, Sakurajima Mai smiled and said, "Of course, if the company you recommend is reliable, it's not out of the question."

"Leave it to me! I'll make sure you're satisfied!"

He patted his chest, making a firm promise.

"Is it really necessary to go this far? What is your relationship with that company?"

She was somewhat puzzled.

"That's a company owned by an acquaintance of mine. I can vouch for the salary, resources, and character of the person."

"So... that's why you were able to find out about my retirement."

She seemed to understand.

If you're in the industry, it's not surprising that you know.

"However, more worrying than that is your condition."

"... Don't use that phrasing—what are your thoughts?"

"Then I'll be blunt: I think you've identified the wrong cause of the illness."

"... What's the meaning?"

Sakurajima Mai listened intently.

Without solving this fundamental problem, all Mirai plans will be nothing but castles in the air.

He didn't keep him in suspense and asked directly, "Besides me, who else has seen you recently?"

"..."

Sakurajima Mai thought carefully and listed them one by one, "Although I don't have many social friends now, I can still be seen by the people I meet on my way to school."

"Anything else?"

"..."

"Oh, sorry, I forgot you don't have any friends."

Himemiya Chihaya gave a sympathetic smile.

"Hmph! Anyway, I just don't have any friends..."

Sakurajima Mai squatted down and drew circles on the sand with a wronged expression.

How adorable! He admired her for a moment, then asked, "What about your family?"

"Because I live alone, I don't usually have much contact with my family, but my mother calls me occasionally."

"So that means it's just people around the school and family members you interact with a lot, right?"

"That's roughly it, you mean to say..."

"If we think about it the other way around, is it possible that the cause isn't with you, but rather here?"

"..."

Chapter 445 Hypnosis and Dangerous Ages

"It's very simple to distinguish them."

He crouched down beside her and began studying how to build sandcastles.

He's never played house, even though all the other kids have.

"Now that you've decided to make a comeback, if the problem really lies with you, then in a couple of days you should be able to be observed again by those around you, right?"

"If it still doesn't work..."

"So that means the cause of the syndrome isn't me, but somewhere else?"

Sakurajima Mai understood immediately and added decisively.

"Yes, and the most suspicious thing is that everyone knows you— Minehara High School."

With his skillful hand movements, the outline of the sandcastle quickly took shape.

"If we don't find the cause soon, the situation might worsen, for example—everyone might start to forget about you."

"If it gets to that point, even if others want to help you, they won't be able to do anything, right? After all, people can't do things they're not aware of."

"Of course, this is just a guess. It might not be that bad, but what if it is?"

"..."

Sakurajima Mai couldn't help but shiver; just thinking about that scene sent chills down her spine.

Although he said it was just a guess, she had a strange sense of unease.

She cleared her throat, her lips dry. "Chihaya, can you do that too?"

"How would I know? It's only been developing for a short time; we'll have to wait and see how it goes."

Although he felt that as a half-alien, he shouldn't be affected by Adolescence Syndrome, and with that power to help him, he couldn't say for sure.

Such a power, capable of covering the entire world, is somewhat exaggerated and worthy of awe.

Well, if he doesn't sleep when that time comes, he should be able to hold out for a long time until he cracks the code.

He remembered that the complete Mass Amnesia Technique, which affected everyone, should have been performed the day before the midterm exams, around May 26th.

At worst, I'll just stay up for a few days—humph, that's really no challenge at all.

Of course, he might have already solved the problem beforehand; anything is possible, we'll have to see.

"However, based on the information I have so far, I don't think I'll simply forget about you."

He first gave her a reassuring suggestion, "Anyway, check again after Monday to see if anyone outside can see you."

"... I see."

A hint of fighting spirit rose in Sakurajima Mai's eyes; it seemed she wasn't going to just sit and wait for her doom.

After building the sandcastle, the two walked along the coastline of Shichirigahama for a while with a sense of accomplishment before going ashore and leaving.

I shook the sand off my shoes, and the sand on my hands had already been washed with clean water.

"Where to go next? For lunch?"

Sakurajima Mai inquired.

It was almost sunset, time for dinner.

"Sorry, I have to go somewhere else later."

"In that case, I'll head straight back."

"Are you alright?"

"Do you think I'm a child? I can do things like this."

"But other people can't see it, right? How about I order you some food first?"

"Then I'll have to trouble you."

Himemiya Chihaya jogged over to a roadside stall and bought several croquettes, okonomiyaki, and two Drinks.

"Thank you, how much?"

Sakurajima Mai accepted it and thanked her.

"This kind isn't necessary... Consider it an apology for my temporary departure."

"That won't do. It's better to settle the money matters clearly."

Without saying a word, she shoved her share of the money into his hand.

"Then I'll head back now. Thank you for today."

"I was the one who had a great time dating the beautiful actress."

"I hope that's true..."

With a casual wave, Sakurajima Mai left the area and headed towards the nearby station.

It's quite a distance from where she lives, so it's better to take a car.

Watching her retreating figure, Himemiya Chihaya devoured the food in her hand in a whirlwind, displaying a rare display of the ferocity of a boy in puberty.

Half a minute later, all that was left in his hand was trash, and Sakurajima Mai was still there.

He ran to the nearest trash can, threw away the trash, and then, amidst the stunned gazes of passersby, quickly headed to the public restroom.

He somehow found out the exact location of his next target for the day, and rubbed his forehead.

Why is it still this place...?

Sakurakoji Park is located about three kilometers from Shichirigahama.

With a soft rustling sound Himemiya Chihaya jumped down from a tree in the park.

Thump~

After spinning once in the air, he raised his Hands in satisfaction and landed perfectly!

"Um?"

Feeling the warmth, he turned his head and met two pairs of wide, staring eyes.

It was a man and a woman; they appeared to be a couple.