Tokyo: Becoming the Perfect Male God Starting with a Rented Boyfriend

Chapter 99 The Sun's Determination

Naomi Asahina fell into a state of complete paralysis.

Like a doll whose spring has been unwound.

He stopped in his tracks, staring at Miyazawa Itsuki with his colorless pupils.

"—I think I just misheard. Could you please repeat that, Miyazawa-san?"

Miyazawa Itsuki was stunned by her terrifying voice.

"I think I've made myself quite clear—"

Please say it again.

Asahina took a step forward mechanically, shortening the distance between them, and bringing with her a sweet fragrance.

Although the posture is one of looking up, it exudes a very oppressive aura.

Miyazawa Itsuki felt a strange, cramping pain in his stomach.

Did she step on some landmine? Naomi suddenly became terrifying.

"I mean—"

He took a deep breath and repeated it.

"—I don't have a girlfriend."

"fraud."

"No, why would you call someone a liar?"

Miyazawa Itsuki was somewhat bewildered.

"I don't think I ever said I had a girlfriend. I didn't lie to Asahi-kun."

"Then why—if I ask Miyazawa-kun if he went to his girlfriend's birthday party, would you admit it?!"

Naomi Asahina suddenly became excited.

If it weren't for that decisive acknowledgment, I wouldn't have made such a judgment so easily.

Whether it's a bento box or something done after school.

There can be countless answers.

But when Miyazawa Itsuki half-acknowledged her guess, there was only one answer left.

etc----

A glimmer of light flashed in Naomi Asahina's mind.

She asked, "[Are you spending tomorrow with your girlfriend, Miyazawa-kun?]"

Shu Jun's reply was somewhat hesitant, but he did not deny it.

At that time, she had no idea that Shu-kun's true identity was that of her rented boyfriend, Miyazawa Teru.

That's why there was a misunderstanding, and the speculation that Shu-jun has a girlfriend has been confirmed.

Looking back now, on the day of the birthday party—

Isn't Shujun just keeping me company?

So, the girlfriend he was talking about—

"!"

After clearing away all the fog, Asahina Oomi figured out the truth.

Her face quickly turned rosy.

Oh no, what am I questioning Tree-kun about?

Shu Jun did nothing wrong.

He's not a liar; every word he said to me was the truth.

The misunderstanding arises simply because of the information asymmetry between the two sides.

You can see the person you've been resenting by looking in the mirror.

Asahinaomi was caught in a state of confusion, feeling both happy and guilty.

Miyazawa Itsuki's heart was not at peace either.

When Naomi questioned him, he rarely felt like he was shooting himself in the foot.

Indeed, that statement was inappropriate on my part.

Even if it's true that he accompanied his client's girlfriend, Naomi, that can't be used as an excuse.

This can easily lead to misunderstandings.

Now that things have come to this, there is no longer any way to cover up the previous mistake with new lies and excuses.

Otherwise, you'll only compound your mistakes, creating a vicious cycle.

But it's not good to be honest and say that I am Naomi's rented boyfriend, and that I was indeed with you that day and couldn't use the identity of [Miyazawa Itsuki].

If Naomi knew that he was Miyazawa Teru, things would only get much worse.

Perhaps out of shame and indignation, she would want to eliminate him.

She could be so relaxed because it was because she was renting a boyfriend.

Only then can one unreservedly reveal their true self.

If she knew that the side of herself she was desperately trying to hide had unfortunately been discovered by those around her, she would definitely feel ashamed.

Therefore, they need to retract the previous misunderstanding without revealing their identity.

For this purpose, all I can do is—

"sorry."

Their voices overlapped.

"Eh?"

Naomi was stunned.

Miyazawa Itsuki was also somewhat confused.

Confused as to why the other person apologized.

"I was thinking, this aggressive approach really went too far."

Naomi Asahina awkwardly tugged at her hair.

"Miyazawa-kun has no need to explain anything to me, and I have no right to question him."

"Let's just consider it a misunderstanding." She looked at Miyazawa Itsuki with clear eyes. "I know Miyazawa-kun doesn't have a girlfriend."

"Yes—it's good that Asahi-kun thinks that way."

Miyazawa Itsuki nodded hesitantly.

This short interlude has ended.

The two continued walking towards Group C of Year 2.

Compared to when she arrived, Naomi Asahina's steps were noticeably lighter.

Because they possess the body management skills involved in [disguise], as well as the micro-expression control skills in [acting].

Only Miyazawa Itsuki could perceive these changes.

It's probably because they received a reliable reassurance from the teacher about the bullying that their mood brightened up.

The thought of bullying weighed heavily on Miyazawa Itsuki's mind.

Based on his experience from both lifetimes, even senior high school students are considered juniors in his eyes.

It's understandable that young people do childish things.

But some things were clearly excessive and cannot be excused by youthful recklessness.

Unforgivable.

Bullying is one of Miyazawa Itsuki's Achilles' heel.

He knew people around him who had suffered similar harm, so he was well aware of the extent of the damage.

Although it was just a form of passive-aggressive violence at the time, it didn't escalate to personal attacks or even defamation.

But it also caused indelible psychological trauma to that child.

Elementary school students cannot withstand the same level of mental stress as high school students.

And that child suffered harm for a longer period of time than Naomi.

Therefore, this influence led to later personality defects.

From being isolated by everyone, to isolating everyone except Miyazawa Itsuki.

His gaze held a hint of melancholy.

I just don't know if Rino will be able to overcome her tendency to refuse to communicate with others after the breakup.

He was well aware of the difficulties involved.

What could possibly have prompted that aloof Star Princess to speak to a "mortal"?

Unbelievable.

But I still sincerely hope she can do it.

After all, I can't be her conversation partner for the rest of my life.

If she can move on from this and become a healthy and happy girl, then her childhood friend will be at ease.

Walking along the corridor.

Naomi Asahina suddenly felt a tightness in her chest, a strange feeling lingering around her.

She looked at Miyazawa Itsuki.

The boy's gaze was unfocused, clearly lacking concentration.

Either he's thinking about something, or he's thinking about someone.

Naomi's mind conjured up the image of Tsukimi Sakuna's beautiful face.

That [saint].

She has an appearance that would amaze even other women, and a gentle and considerate personality.

She is beautiful and talented, and also a great cook. She is a traditional, family-oriented young woman.

This kind of people.

She was a role model as a student and a perfect girlfriend.

If she wins the crown, no one else will have a chance to interfere.

But thankfully, it isn't.

Since I haven't reached the finish line, I still have the right to catch up.

In Naomi Asahina's pupils, it was as if blazing sunlight was flowing.

As a girl who felt the same way, she understood all too well the subtle atmosphere that Tsukimi Sakuna had been conveying to her at that time.

That's an aura directed at the enemy.

The way it acted was exactly the same as how I treated those philandering cats who asked for Tree-kun's LINE.

I originally thought it was the position of the main wife, and that I was only making concessions because I felt guilty about the lease relationship.

This has now been clarified.

—In other words.

Even though she is a holy maiden, she is no different from me.

They haven't yet grasped the holy grail of love.

Since we are both competitors.

Then there's no need to be polite.

I will not give Tree Lord to anyone, not even if you are a saint or a princess.

In the war of love, there is only one winner.

I cannot accept a future without Tree-kun, so I'm sorry.

Even if it means resorting to despicable means, I will win.