Chapter 556

"Hey, you can have all of this Hina sauce if you like, but please eat slowly, okay?"

Maruyama Aya raised both hands and tried to persuade him.

"No! I want Asahi-chan to make me some more!"

As if she hadn't heard her, a sudden idea flashed through Hikawa Hina's mind, and she dashed towards the kitchen in a ninja-like sprint.

"This is truly the Bushido Desu... stoicism? Stoicism?"

Only Wakamiya Eve remained in the arena, making ninjutsu gestures and speaking with a hint of confusion.

But before she could leave for long...

"Wow! It's so delicious! I didn't expect Asahi-chan to be so good at making French fries! Delicious~ Super delicious~!"

Another adorable creature appeared in the room, striking the same pose as her.

"I forgot you like French fries too! Calm down, Kasumi!"

Ichigaya Arisa pulled her back forcefully, trying to get her away from the plate.

"..."

Meanwhile, far away in the [Sakura Rain] recording studio, Roselia...

"Stop!"

Minato Yukina raised her hand, signaling the others to stop what they were doing, and looked at someone.

"What's going on? Sayo, you've made several mistakes already!"

"Are you not feeling well today?"

Imai Risa, still looking stylish with her hair in a high ponytail, came over to offer her concern.

"Uh, it's nothing..."

Hikawa Sayo's eyebrows furrowed slightly, and the muscles in her calves and arms contracted and released almost imperceptibly. "Sorry, could you please do it again?"

For some reason, it felt like a huge amount of stomach acid was being secreted in her stomach. Even though it had only been an hour or two since lunch, the urge to eat was still growing stronger...

To be precise, I want to eat French fries.

Intense thoughts and desires constantly stirred and interfered with her thinking, making it impossible for her to concentrate on anything else.

This familiar feeling... it's like I've had it before... Yes, that day on my way home, Hina even brought herself some fries from a restaurant she thought was really delicious.

Mmm! The more I think about it, the more I want to eat it!

"Let's try again, don't push yourself."

Minato Yukina glanced at her twice and waved for her to continue.

"..."

"..."

"Sayo."

"Feel sorry!"

"..."

Chapter 500: Farewell, Ending with New Guests.

It took them almost two hours, until the high school students were about to leave school, before their meal was finally finished.

Of course, the main reason was that they were eating and chatting at the same time.

Now that they no longer belong to the same school, it's a rare opportunity for them to get together, so of course they want to have a thorough chat.

"The cherry blossom viewing trip last time was really great~ When can we get together again?"

"Hmm~ Sure, but it would be best to do it sooner rather than later, otherwise the summer sun is too strong."

"That's true. In the summer, the only place to go is the beach, right?"

"Haha~ That's great! Let's call Lock and Yukina to play beach volleyball!"

"You mean that kind last time? You call that beach volleyball? I think the ball was hitting you."

"..."

"Eh? Tomori-chan, you're from the Haneoka Astronomy Club?!"

"Ah, yes."

"How is the Astronomy Club doing now? How many members does it have?"

"Just... just me..."

"Ah~ Oh! Still like this... Let me tell you, I was the previous Club President of the Astronomy Club! You saw the notebook I left behind, didn't you?"

"Yes, yes, Senior Asahi told me a little about Hikawa..."

"Hmm? How does Asahi-chan know? And why do you call her senpai?"

This is because...

"..."

They formed several Cliques based on their characteristics and how close they were to each other, making Ogura Asahi feel quite embarrassed.

It's already so lively with just 20 people; imagine if all 45 people from 9 bands were together... it's terrifying to even think about.

They only started to leave when student customers gradually entered the store and Toyama Kasumi and her friends prepared to work.

"We at PP are planning to practice here at RiNG for a while, what about everyone else?"

Shirasagi Chisato looked at the other three teams.

"Hehe~ We haven't been to RiNG much since it opened this year."

Maruyama Aya said with a grin.

"I'm used to Circle after all~"

Yamabuki Saya exclaimed, "You're really working hard! You just finished a live performance today, and you're already practicing again? You truly are a professional."

"There's no other way. If we don't seize the time to practice, we don't know when we'll have another call-up or everyone's part-time jobs... Kanon, you should go back now."

Shirasagi Chisato gave Matsubara Kanon.

"You absolutely have to come with Xiao Xun! You must! Xiao Xun, thank you for your help."

"Leave it to me~ I'll definitely escort the Princess home safely~"

Seta Kaoru bowed politely, extending an invitation.

"MyGO (a Princess for 'lost child'), oh ha ha..."

Meanwhile, aside from Shiina Rikki's side...

What do we do?

Chihaya Aine looked at her three teammates.

"I, I can do anything."

Takamatsu Akari shrugged her arms, her small face, framed by her short hair, radiating an unprecedented energy and vitality.

My first live performance... went in an unexpected way, in a venue several times larger than planned... and it was a huge success... It was fantastic!

I also met many band members and seniors from school. They were all very kind and patient with me, even though I'm slow and not good at talking. They praised me for being interesting... It was so wonderful!

Most importantly, everyone in the group was great, and they hadn't disbanded... She secretly glanced at her friends who had made plans to meet up with her, and felt a warm glow in her heart.

An involuntary smile curved her lips, revealing a gentle, happy smile.

If this kind of time could continue forever... she could also become human.

This time, it'll definitely work, right...?

"Oh no! What should I do?!"

Chihaya Aine Hands, her expression practically screaming, "Our first live performance was such a grand affair, and the results were such a success! Could we be making it to the Budokan soon and becoming a professional band?"

"Hey~ what if I'm walking down the street and a lot of fans come up to me asking for autographs~?"

You're overthinking it!

Shiina Rikki poured cold water on her enthusiasm, saying, "That's still a long way off. This is just the first step, and we're only doing this thanks to our seniors today..."

But from her face, which lacked her usual cool and handsome demeanor, it was easy to tell that she was saying one thing and meaning another.

"Seriously~ Riki, you seemed happy too~"

Chihaya Aine playfully bared her teeth and poked her arm, her eyebrows dancing with delight.

"Don't touch me~"

"..."

Ogura Asahi almost burst out laughing.

Compared to her usual cold and hard tone, her voice now sounded almost like she was being coquettish.

"Sorry, I need to go back first. I left in such a hurry that I left some things at school."

Nagasaki Sōse, who hadn't said much since the beginning, said apologetically with a blank expression, "Could we disband for today?"

"Ah, okay! It's alright!"

Takamatsu Akari nodded vigorously at her.

"Thank you, Deng-chan."

"Want us to come with you? Then we can go shopping together!"

"Sorry, I'm a little tired today, I'd like to go home first..."

"Oh, that's alright then! See you tomorrow, Sōse- san~"

Chihaya Aine also waved goodbye.

"See you tomorrow..."

After quickly replying, she greeted another group of senior colleagues and then left the coffee shop.

Watching her disappearing figure on the left side of the gate, Ogura Asahi's eyes were thoughtful, but she had no intention of chasing after her.

A short while later, he said to the group, "I have some things to do later, sorry, Little Tomori, Aine-chan, you guys go have fun later!"

"Eh~ I was planning to go shopping in Ikebukuro later, what a pity~"

Chihaya Aine pouted, "Looks like I'll have to go with Tomori."

"Shall we go to the aquarium?!"

Takamatsu Akari stared at her expectantly.

"Um, didn't we just go there a few days ago?"

"Because of the annual pass, the price is only twice that of a single trip..."

"So cheap!"

Chihaya Aine gasped and leaned back, her face showing embarrassment, "But let's put it off until next time, okay?"

"Hmm, Aine-chan is saying that... there's also stargazing..."

"..."

Ignoring their subsequent plans, Ogura Asahi bid farewell to the veterans. "Everyone~ I also have to leave early, okay? I have plans with someone later. Oh, by the way, Hina- san, here are your two takeaway fries, but I still suggest not leaving them for too long."

"Thank you! Asahi-chan! You're such a fun and kind person!"

Hikawa Hina took the cute takeout box, rubbed it against her cheek, and looked blissful.

"You flatter me. Perhaps you could join me Kazusa Ms. Saya next time."

"Okay! Let's set off from Keio together then!"

The other girls also responded, expressing their gratitude and expectations:

"Oh, really? You must be tired today, Asahi-chan. Thank you for the delicious meal too."