Bai Qiu glanced at Nagasaki Sosei, who was stunned and frozen, thinking she was in too much pain.
The sound of her fall earlier was quite loud.
"I'll help you carry it," Bai Qiu said. He decided to act heroically; otherwise, he wouldn't be able to get home either.
Hearing Bai Qiu's voice, Nagasaki Sosei snapped back to reality.
Now is not the time to think about this!
"Ah, no, that would be too much trouble..."
After refusing, Nagasaki Sosei quickly got up, intending to carry the items herself.
But as soon as she took a step, a sharp pain shot through her ankle, making her unable to stand steadily.
Seeing that she was about to fall again, Nagasaki Sosei fearfully closed her eyes.
Bai Qiu's eyes were quick and his hands were faster; he timely supported Nagasaki Sosei's arm.
"See? It's better if I do it. Besides, we'll be neighbors from now on."
Nagasaki Sosei, who attended a girls' academy, had never had such close contact with a boy before, and her pretty face couldn't help but blush.
Bai Qiu didn't think much of it, only feeling the cool, soft arm and catching a faint fragrance.
"Then... I'll trouble you."
Nagasaki Sosei whispered, full of gratitude.
With her ankle twisted, it seemed she really couldn't move her luggage.
Bai Qiu first helped her to the side, then gathered the items that had scattered on the ground.
Otherwise, she might fall again easily.
During the process of moving, the two also learned basic information about each other.
Bai Qiu learned that Nagasaki Sosei was a first-year high school student at the nearby Moon Forest Girls' Academy.
He knew of this school; it was a famous Noble Girls' School.
No wonder Nagasaki Sosei looked so elegant and dignified.
Nagasaki Sosei also learned that Bai Qiu, like her, was currently living alone in this apartment.
And that he was a Celestial Dynasty Person, which gave Nagasaki Sosei an idea for how to repay Bai Qiu later.
Nagasaki Sosei also discovered that Bai Qiu had bought a lot of instant noodles, and she figured he must not be good at cooking.
Half an hour later.
After some busy work, following Nagasaki Sosei's instructions, Bai Qiu helped move all the luggage into the empty space inside the house.
Nagasaki Sosei would organize it slowly later.
Bai Qiu took a breath, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and couldn't help but sigh, "Girls really have a lot of luggage."
Unlike him, he could pack all his belongings and leave with just one suitcase.
After moving the luggage, Bai Qiu picked up his instant noodles, ready to say goodbye and leave.
He really needed a good bath when he got back.
"Thank you so much, Bai Qiu-kun."
Nagasaki Sosei thanked him solemnly, handing him a gift box with both hands.
"This, you don't have to," Bai Qiu said sheepishly, it was just moving luggage.
Nagasaki Sosei was firm: "Please accept it, Bai Qiu-kun. Without you, I wouldn't know what to do today. Besides, this is a gift from the Celestial Dynasty."
"Also, in Japan, it's a tradition for new residents to visit their neighbors and give gifts. And please take care of me in the future."
Nagasaki Sosei explained softly, hoping Bai Qiu wouldn't refuse.
Bai Qiu thought about it, and it seemed to be the case.
At the same time, he was curious about what item from the Celestial Dynasty it was.
Bai Qiu opened it and saw that the box was written in Chinese characters.
Wuyi Mountain Black Tea.
So it was black tea.
This was quite valuable.
"Gulp..."
Bai Qiu's heart stirred.
The taste of home. Since that was the case, he wouldn't refuse.
Speaking of which, this reminded Bai Qiu of something.
I still haven't returned the favor to dear Akari!
Seeing Bai Qiu accept with a smile, Nagasaki Sosei also relaxed a little, showing a very gentle smile.
This is one of her favorite black teas.
Bai Qiu returned home.
Opened a video website...
Enjoying delicious food while being influenced by short videos.
However, Bai Qiu's mind began to sort out today's gains.
[Became the only friend of Goto Hitori in sixteen years, gained 500 Notes.]
[Invited Goto Hitori to form a band, gained 450 Notes.]
Bocchi-chan is really generous!
However, Bocchi-chan, you are truly too miserable...
Although the rewards were generous, Bai Qiu felt a bit amused and speechless.
Fortunately, this is a Music Anime, everyone is a good person.
Otherwise, you would definitely be bullied at school, Bocchi-chan.
But don't worry, you'll have more friends soon!
[Became Nagasaki Sosei's neighbor, gained 100 Notes.]
Bai Qiu was stunned. This new neighbor also had a reward?
But thinking about it, it's normal for girls from a Noble School to have some musical talent.
Fortunately, I am happy to help others. It seems I need to maintain good relations in the future.
Thus, Bai Qiu now has over 6000 Notes.
He looked at the few items in the System Mall this week.
[Bass Lv3: 20000 Notes]
[Single-Threaded Processor: 15000 Notes]
[Eidetic Memory: 6000 Notes]
[Absolute Pitch: 20000 Notes]
[Drum Kit Lv1: 1000 Notes] [Piano Lv2: 6000 Notes]
"Heh," Bai Qiu's face was full of smiles.
There are quite a few good things.
No, something's not right.
Bai Qiu frowned.
Found it, Yui Hirasawa's skill [Absolute Pitch], why did you get more expensive!
Even if you didn't get more expensive, I still couldn't afford it.
"System, what are you worried about?"
Bai Qiu couldn't help but curse.
However, the system did not answer him.
It seems that the Notes required for these skills might be slightly different each time they appear.
But it won't be too far off.
After hesitating for a moment, Bai Qiu decided to redeem the Lv2 Piano.
Since there's no Electronic Keyboard, I'll make do with the Piano Skill for now.
It's more or less the same anyway.
And with Lv2 Piano, it will be enough for Kessoku Band in the short term.
After all, only Goto Hitori has reached a professional level so far.
We'll improve together then!
After joining the band, the speed of accumulating Notes should also increase significantly.
Bai Qiu is still very tempted by Yui Hirasawa's [Absolute Pitch].
Single-threaded is fine!
Correction: Wuyi Mountain Da Hong Pao is not black tea, so it was changed to Wuyi Mountain Black Tea. There are many varieties listed below, so I didn't specify.
Chapter 10: Goto Hitori's Invitation
Time came to the morning of the next day.
Breakfast at 8 AM. Bai Qiu left for school as usual.
He was currently waiting for the elevator in the spacious corridor.
At this moment, Nagasaki Sosei also happened to come out of her room. Seeing Bai Qiu, she politely greeted him.
"G-Good morning, Bai Qiu-kun."
Nagasaki Sosei secretly breathed a sigh of relief, almost using her school greeting style.
"Morning, Nagasaki... classmate."
Bai Qiu looked at her with slight surprise.
Unlike yesterday's disheveled, dusty, and clumsy appearance.
Today, Miss Nagasaki Sosei was neatly dressed, wearing a school uniform without a single wrinkle, and a warm, gentle smile graced her soft cheeks.
On the surface, she looked like a rich young lady.
Yet, she also exuded an approachable and gentle demeanor.
Seeing Bai Qiu's surprised expression, Nagasaki Sosei smiled slightly, feeling a little proud.
Because yesterday's incident felt too embarrassing for her.
"Is your foot alright now?"
Bai Qiu asked, tilting his head slightly.
Nagasaki Sosei recalled yesterday's scene, her pretty face flushing slightly, but she quickly regained her composure.
"Yes, thank you for your concern. After applying ice, it's much better after a night."
Bai Qiu nodded.
Since they were both going to the station, they inevitably had to go the same way.
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