Time Loop in Anime Multiverse, I Do Whatever I Want

Nakano Itsuki naturally saw them too, murmuring with some confusion: "Why is Ichika with Kasumigaoka-senpai?"

Nakano Ichika's eyes are stringing along

Fushimi Makoto, however, could guess the reason for Utaha's presence here.

She likely gained a lot from him last time and wanted to come find him to seek more guidance.

Of course, the serious kind of guidance.

"You guys are finally here."

Seeing Fushimi Makoto and Itsuki approach, a smile immediately bloomed on Nakano Ichika's face.

She wasn't surprised that the two were walking together; after all, they were in the same class.

Beside her, Utaha heard Nakano Ichika's voice, looked up, and upon seeing Fushimi Makoto, her previously expressionless face softened accordingly.

"Ichika, you and Kasumigaoka-senpai..." Nakano Itsuki looked at the two of them curiously.

Nakano Ichika smiled: "Senpai and I are both waiting for someone, just like me."

As she spoke, she glanced at Utaha as if unintentionally: "Although senpai didn't say who she was waiting for, I suspect we are definitely waiting for the same person."

Utaha admitted it generously: "I am indeed waiting for Fushimi-kun."

As expected!

This woman seems to be the type with maxed-out initiative.

Nakano Ichika's smile remained unchanged, but she was on guard in her heart.

Fushimi Makoto found this scene interesting.

Could this be considered the prototype of an Asura field?

He first said to Nakano Ichika: "Ichika, you've come at the right time; I have something to discuss with you."

Then he looked at Utaha on his left: "Would you like to chat while we walk, senpai?"

"Sure."

That was exactly what Utaha had been thinking as well.

And so, the four people, each with their own thoughts, left amidst the gossiping gazes of their classmates.

Nakano Itsuki was looking forward to club activities.

Nakano Ichika was on guard against Utaha.

Utaha was pondering how to seek guidance from Fushimi Makoto.

In this atmosphere, Fushimi Makoto naturally took the initiative to speak: "Ichika, I'm planning to start a club, and Itsuki has already joined..."

"I'll join." Nakano Ichika made her decision without even waiting for him to finish.

Nakano Itsuki wore an "I knew it would be like this" expression.

Fushimi Makoto smiled: "Aren't you going to ask what kind of club I'm starting?"

Nakano Ichika said deliberately: "Since even Itsuki joined, I definitely have to join too; we're good sisters, after all."

You know we're good sisters now? Then why don't you tell everyone your secrets?

Nakano Itsuki pursed her lips.

Fushimi Makoto had anticipated this: "In that case, adding Yukinoshita, our club will have four people."

Nakano Ichika froze.

So I'm the third person to know about this?

Is this right?

Just as she couldn't help but let her imagination run wild, Fushimi Makoto's voice rang out right on cue: "Ichika, because the club I'm starting is a bit special, and in my vision, you are definitely the club's ace."

"Ace?"

This time, all three girls had their attention captured.

Fushimi Makoto met their gazes: "Yes, because it's an ace position, there will be a lot to do, and it might be a bit tiring, which is why I was hesitating whether to tell you."

"It's okay, I can work hard." Nakano Ichika's smile instantly became radiant.

The slight disappointment she felt earlier had already vanished into thin air.

So I am the ace in his heart~

Utaha, listening from the side, became interested: "What is the name of the club Fushimi-kun is starting?"

"Occult Research Club."

Fushimi Makoto blurted out a name that left the girls bewildered.

"What is that?" Utaha looked baffled.

Nakano Itsuki was also confused: "It sounds weird."

Only Nakano Ichika stared straight at Fushimi Makoto.

Her attitude could be described with a single meme: I don't care about any of that! I'm joining, and that's final!

Fushimi Makoto didn't rush to explain, instead suggesting, "Let's find a place to sit down first."

Utaha immediately chimed in, "Can we go to a bookstore? I happen to need to buy some books."

"Oh? So you're going to a bookstore, Senpai? I know one nearby that my classmates often visit to take photos. How about we go there?"

Nakano Ichika interjected quite naturally.

In any case, she had no intention of creating an opportunity for Fushimi Makoto and Utaha to chat alone.

Her swift interruption finally aroused Utaha's suspicion.

Interesting.

Utaha sensed something and flashed an insincere smile at Nakano Ichika, "I have no objections."

Fushimi Makoto and Nakano Itsuki agreed as well.

When the four of them arrived at the bookstore, Fushimi Makoto immediately recognized it as the trendy spot he had seen during his time loops.

Because the competition in this industry was becoming increasingly fierce, the bookstore's decor was completely different from a traditional one; it featured not only walls lined with dolls but also decorative fairy lights that were very popular with girls.

Fushimi Makoto remembered seeing online that the owner had hired influencers for promotion, which led to the shop's reputation being sharply divided.

People who actually liked to read wouldn't come here, while those who enjoyed taking photos for social media loved it.

It was during that period that he had been busy pursuing beautiful girls while utilizing the time loops to study the knowledge points summarized by internet experts.

The four of them entered the store and found seats; there were already quite a few girls taking photos by the decorative lights.

Utaha frowned as she looked around; she clearly didn't like this style of bookstore.

Nakano Ichika and Itsuki, on the other hand, turned their heads to look, their personalities more in tune with the vibe of young girls, making it easy for them to be distracted by such pretty things.

Fushimi Makoto noticed this and started by talking about the club, "I've thought it over carefully. Since it's the Occult Research Club, we'll definitely need a camera to film our investigations."

The girls quickly looked over.

Fushimi Makoto continued, "If we can't capture any supernatural phenomena, we'll need to write our own scripts. This will not only hone our creative skills but also improve our filming experience."

"Wait!"

Utaha realized something was off and couldn't help but ask, "Isn't this just a film club?"

Nakano Itsuki thought the same, "Did Fushimi-kun decide to start a new club because there's already a film club at school?"

Only Nakano Ichika held her face in her hands, her eyes sparkling as she gazed at Fushimi Makoto.

She even had a thought that made her heart flutter: My god, this club was practically made for me.

She was a part-time actress, after all!

Although she had only played bit parts so far, she had always been polishing her acting skills.

If this club was truly as Fushimi Makoto described, then the Occult Research Club was essentially a "mob spawner" for her!

A place where she could specifically grind for experience.

No wonder he said I was the ace.

Nakano Ichika's lips curled up into a sweet smile.

She felt from the bottom of her heart that this was an opportunity she couldn't miss.

Not only could she improve her acting at school, but she would also have more chances and excuses to be with him.

"You can interpret it that way if you like," Fushimi Makoto didn't deny it.

Utaha didn't offer any further comment.

After all, it was his own business.

Regardless, she wasn't going to join such a strange-sounding club.

Nakano Itsuki, however, was thinking it over seriously, "So, does that mean I'll have to learn creative writing and photography techniques? But I've never done those things before..."

She looked a bit troubled.

At this moment, Nakano Ichika took her hand and said earnestly, "Itsuki, you really shouldn't think like that. No matter what difficulties we encounter, I'll be by your side, and I'll work hard with you."

"Eh?"

Nakano Itsuki blinked in confusion; although she didn't know what Ichika was getting so fired up about, it did seem quite inspiring, didn't it?

Still, she was touched by Ichika's sincere and enthusiastic concern.

So, she said to Fushimi Makoto, "I'll do my best too."

"Then it's settled. I'll send a message to Yukinoshita tonight; she shouldn't have any objections either."

Fushimi Makoto said this while looking at the sweetly smiling Nakano Ichika, "Alright, now we can talk about something else. For instance, Ichika, you waited for me at the entrance specifically—was there something you wanted?"

Nakano Ichika shook her head with a beaming smile, "No, I just wanted to chat with you."

But I didn't expect such an unexpected surprise!

Fushimi Makoto had already noticed the watery depths of her eyes.

What, are you trying to be a sister-obsessed martyr?

He turned his head to look at Utaha: "What about you, senior?"

Compared to the way Nakano Ichika's eyes were practically melting, Utaha appeared much more formal: "Because I learned a lot from you last time, and I happen to have some free time today, I wanted to treat you to a meal."

Treating him to a meal?

Nakano Ichika's eyes flickered.

The expression on her face practically screamed: My little-bitch-detection radar has been activated!

Fushimi Makoto's expression remained unchanged: "It's probably more than just a meal, right?"

Utaha smiled slightly: "That's right, I do have some things I'd like to ask your advice on again. Also, I spoke with Matsukaze, and it turns out you live in the same apartment building? Since I was planning to visit her place, I thought I'd give you a heads-up."

"Why would you need to specifically notify Makoto, senior?" Nakano Ichika couldn't help but ask.

"Makoto?"

Utaha was a little surprised.

No wonder the look she gave me earlier was so off; so the relationship between these two has already reached this level?

Utaha looked at Nakano Ichika's expression—friendly on the surface, but full of wariness underneath—and a mischievous thought suddenly crossed her mind.

Chapter 23: Both Prey and Hunter

Under the gaze of Fushimi Makoto and the others, Utaha unhurriedly picked up the tea brought over by the bookstore owner, parted her red lips to blow away the steam, and then took a slow, leisurely sip.

Her deliberately slowed-down movements made Nakano Ichika's friendly expression look less natural.

Precisely because of this, Utaha found it interesting.

I originally thought she was a lively and cheerful girl, but looking at it now, she's no different from those love-struck idiots in class.