In music anime, band girls won't be alone.

Gradually, Shiina Tatsuki found that her interactions with Takamatsu Akari were becoming more frequent and natural.

When she said something that made Gao Songdeng laugh, she was startled.

She has never been a person who is good at expressing herself.

Even when I really want to talk to someone, I often can't have a pleasant conversation because I'm too direct or my mind goes blank.

For example, when I was with Takamatsu Akari, whom I wanted to talk to the most, I didn't know why, but it was always difficult for the two of us to have a particularly pleasant conversation. We would either talk about something in a very serious manner or just stay together in silence.

She knew that the two of them considered each other important friends, but every time she opened her mouth, her words always came out stiffly.

She also struggled with her inability to express herself, and gradually became less and less inclined to talk.

Later, when he met Gao Songdeng and saw the lyrics she wrote, he was immediately amazed and felt that these words perfectly expressed his feelings.

Those lyrics perfectly describe me.

Unfortunately, she couldn't find the right words to express her thoughts to Takamatsu.

Sometimes, even when praising someone, they might misunderstand it as a denial.

Shiina Riki looked at Takamatsu Akari's smiling face, which had blossomed because of her, and her gaze softened.

She glanced at Shirakawa Ze beside her without making a sound, feeling a slight touch of emotion in her heart.

"As expected, the person who can walk out with a lamp is indeed extraordinary."

If Shiina Tatsuki initially harbored some reservations about Shirakawa Sawa, those reservations are now completely gone.

She admired and respected people who could adjust and create a lively atmosphere. Although everyone felt like they were the main character when they were with him, there was actually only one main character: him.

"Buzz~"

Feeling her phone vibrate twice in her pocket, Shiina Tatsuki took it out and glanced at it. It was a message from Nagasaki Motoyo.

"Lixi, have you seen Dengjiang?"

Shiina Tatsuki replied with a sentence.

"I saw him, it's good."

The other party then sent another message.

"So, who did Deng-chan meet?"

"Do you know that person?"

Shiina Tatsuki did not reply and put her phone away.

She felt that this question no longer needed a reply. After confirming with her, she found that Shirakawa was not only fine, but also a very good person to date.

Seeing that her message had been read but had received no reply, Nagasaki Motoyo had a bad feeling. She thought about it and came up with a possibility she herself hardly dared to believe.

"If Deng-chan met with Shirakawa Sawa today, and Riki has seen them before, or is currently with them..."

"Based on what I understand, it's highly likely that the three of them are together now."

"Then not replying to my message likely means that Lixi approves of Shirakawa Ze and believes that he won't harm Deng Jiang?"

"If that's the case, then this Shirakawa Sawa is terrifying."

“Even if it’s Xiao Xiang, if he speaks to Deng Jiang in a slightly harsh tone, Li Xi will come up and scold her.”

"And this Shirakawa Ze, he was able to gain Li Xi's approval on their very first meeting..."

A flicker of excitement crossed Nagasaki Motoyo's eyes.

"That alone is enough to demonstrate just how sturdy this bridge is!"

"We have to bring him to our side!"

"As long as he's on my side, I can bring Deng Jiang and Li Xi together. Then I'll talk to Xiao Mu and ask her to tell me about Xiang Zi. If I find her carrying the hopes of four people, I'm sure I can move her, right?"

"We'll talk things out then, and the group can go back to the happy times we used to have."

"I'm willing to do anything to bring us back together!"

"The most important issue now is how to get Shirakawa Ze to my side..."

As if foreshadowing something, Shirakawa suddenly sneezed.

Takamatsu Akari and Shiina Tatsuki both cast concerned glances at each other.

However, the latter immediately looked away.

Shirakawa Sawa smiled.

"I'm fine, let's keep going."

Sorry, I wasn't feeling well today, so the update is a bit late.

That concludes today's four updates. To express my gratitude to the generous supporter of [Bai Xianqi], I will be adding an extra chapter tonight.

I would also like to thank the other big names who have supported me these past few days. As a new author and with a new book, it is impossible to be perfect. Thank you all again for your support and encouragement. I will continue to work hard!

Volume 1: Chapter 19 A blushing face and a racing heart

When the three of them came out of the aquarium, it was already past 1 p.m.

Shirakawa looked at the two girls in front of him, then scanned the surrounding buildings.

"What would you two like to eat? Let me see if there are any restaurants nearby that suit your tastes."

At this moment, Shiina Tatsuki was in a very good mood. She felt that with Shirakawa Sawa's help, her relationship with Takamatsu Akari had become closer again, and it was even approaching the ideal state of chatting and laughing together.

Before this, she never imagined that she would have such a day.

The hostility I felt before meeting them had completely vanished.

That's why, when she looks at Shirakawa Ze now, she feels not only gratitude but also a bit of guilt.

Because today was supposed to be a date for the two of them, my sudden appearance and insistence on joining them disrupted their plans.

If Shirakawa Ze's attitude had been bad, that would have been one thing, but the key point is that not only did he not mind, but he also kept smiling and even helped her and Takamatsu Akira restore their friendship.

Honestly, if it were Shirakawa Sawa who disrupted her date with Takamatsu Akari, she might have interrupted him.

Furthermore, her motives were not pure to begin with; she came with the intention of undermining and finding fault after listening to Nagasaki Motoyo's words.

However, the other person's performance was impeccable, and they even took care of her feelings in every way.

This made her feel even more guilty towards the other person.

So, while at the aquarium, Shiina Tatsuki had already planned that after visiting the aquarium, she would leave and return time and space to the two of them.

"that……"

Shiina Tatsuki's gaze darted back and forth between Shirakawa Sawa and Takamatsu Akari.

"I...I won't eat with you."

Gao Songdeng's smile faded slightly, and he looked at her with a mixture of doubt and concern.

"What's wrong, Lixi?"

"Is there something urgent that needs to be taken care of?"

Shiina Tatsuki stammered, unsure of what to say.

Shirakawa turned around to face her, his gaze gentle.

"Shiina-kun, if there's nothing urgent, how about we grab a bite to eat together?"

I'm really happy to have made a friend like you today.

"Whether it's friendship or happiness, it's priceless."

"But I felt bad after just saying a few words."

"So let me take the liberty of hosting a dinner today as a token of my appreciation. What do you think?"

Hearing these words, Shiina Tatsuki felt a warmth in her heart. Although she was not good at expressing herself, she could tell that the other person probably thought she was short of money and was trying to save face for her.

Having been put on such a show, she really couldn't refuse, so she nodded, then glanced at Gao Songdeng with a hint of apology.

"Excuse me……"

"I'm actually fine..."

Takamatsu Akari didn't know what Shiina Tatsuki was thinking, but she was still happy to see that the other person was willing to have dinner together.

Since neither Takamatsu Akari nor Shiina Tatsuki had any specific ideas, Shirakawa Sawa found a mid-to-high-end restaurant nearby that he had eaten at before and that was good in all aspects.

Since it was past lunchtime and there weren't many customers in the restaurant, the three of them were able to sit in a private room.

After ordering, Shirakawa looked at Takamatsu Akari, then at Shiina Tatsuki.

"I don't think Shiina is from our school, is she?"

I've never seen you before.

Shiina Tatsuki nodded.

"I am a first-year high school student at Hanasakigawa Girls' Academy."

Shirakawa looked completely understanding.

"Then we are all from the same grade and generation."

"Let's take care of each other from now on."

Shiina Tatsuki hummed in agreement and nodded. Although he seemed indifferent, the frowning and glaring expression on his face was no longer there.

Now, Shirakawa is basically certain that his idea was correct, and Shiina Tatsuki's self-perception has likely changed.

When he received Takamatsu Akari's call that morning, he had a guess that Shiina Tatsuki's appearance was probably related to Nagasaki Motoyo.

If this reasoning holds true, then it's not hard to guess how Nagasaki Motoyo knew about his appointment with Takamatsu Akari today.

Unlike a certain pink-haired girl who likes to go directly to the door to open the box, Nagasaki Motoyo prefers to observe secretly or obtain information indirectly first.

Moreover, before she takes any action, there must have been others who scouted the way for her.

Shiina Tatsuki today is a case in point.