Crossover Anime: The King of Time? Actually, He's a Slacker!

The neon sign of the livehouse cast an ambiguous glow in the night.

After a fierce battle to the death, Lin Shiye and his two companions finally stepped into this bustling place.

The venue was already packed with people, and the guitarist was tuning his guitar to warm up the crowd. The air was filled with the aroma of beer and the hormones of youth. The most charming nightlife in Shimokitazawa was just beginning.

Shinji Tokita and Ryujiro Kotobuki were ashen-faced, their stomachs churning. Despite their discomfort, they raised their glasses and chatted and laughed with the three girls who had come with them, though their smiles concealed a stiffness as if they were about to die on the spot.

Among the three girls, there was a face that Lin Shiye recognized—it was Hayasaka Ai, the all-around maid of the Shinomiya family.

However, he didn't rush to strike up a conversation. After all, there was something even more interesting to do.

"Miss, do you believe in love at first sight?" Lin Shiye leaned against the bar, putting on a look of deep affection that could fool any innocent girl, his eyes fixed intently on the blonde, red-eyed woman wiping glasses across from him.

"Excuse me, it's just that when I see something too beautiful, my eyes are involuntarily drawn to it and I can't look away for even a second."

Ichika Hoshika's lips twitched, her hand still wiping the cup. The man in front of her was indeed undeniably handsome, but she was long past the age of being easily swayed by sweet words.

"Even if you say that, the drinks won't be discounted, and they certainly won't be free."

"Please don't taint our pure encounter with something as vulgar as money!" Lin Shiye clenched his fist and pressed it to his chest, his eyes so sincere that it seemed as if he were making some kind of sacred declaration.

"A young girl's pure and beautiful heart is the most precious treasure in the world; it must be protected with all our hearts!"

Ijichi Seika sighed and put down the glass in her hand.

"First of all, I'm not a teenage girl. Secondly, we've only known each other for less than thirty seconds, don't act like we've known each other for thirty years."

"I know." Lin Shiye suddenly gave an innocent smile that said, "You've completely misunderstood me."

Yiji Xingge:?

"My question wasn't directed at you."

His gaze passed over Xingge's shoulder and landed on the petite figure behind her who was busily carrying a stack of sheet music.

"I'm asking about your sister."

Seemingly sensing the gaze, Ichiji Nijika looked up and met Lin Shiye's eyes. Confused, she smiled sweetly, her eyes crinkling into a bright, gentle smile, her ahoge (cowlick) bobbing playfully.

"She's so cute~" Lin Shiye said, looking completely captivated.

Black energy has started emanating from Sister Xingge's body.

Sensing the almost tangible killing intent, Lin Shiye slowly withdrew his gaze, looked at Xing Ge whose face was ashen, and slapped his forehead as if suddenly realizing something.

"Ah...sorry, sorry, I forgot to mention it." He paused, his tone incredibly sincere.

"You're too mature; you're not within my range of potential partners."

He paused, then flashed a smug smile and bowed slightly.

"Please guide me, elder sister."

The killing intent exploded instantly. Ichiji Hoshika grabbed the cup-wiping cloth in her hand and threw it, followed by a right fist that cut through the wind, aimed straight at his face. The wind from the punch was so fierce that it seemed to flatten his smug face.

"You bastard, go to hell!"

Lin Shiye easily dodged with a twist of his waist, even flipping his hair in a flamboyant manner, exuding a strong sense of swagger.

"Just kidding, you're so easily amused," Lin Shiye said righteously as he ran away.

"How could you, as the store manager, assault a customer? I'll forgive you this time, but don't do it again!"

Ichika Hoshika was trembling with anger, clenching her fists as she watched Lin Shiye's retreating figure, but ultimately didn't chase after him. She suddenly turned around and looked at Hongxia, who was still peeking out from the backstage entrance.

"Hongxia! Next time you see that guy, stay as far away from him as possible! Do you hear me?!"

"Huh?" Hongxia was stunned for a moment, and the ahoge on her head shook in confusion.

"Sister, you're so weird! Okay, okay, I'm going to get ready! Today, after our band's debut performance, we'll definitely impress you!"

Before she finished speaking, she hopped and skipped backstage like a little rabbit.

Let's not worry about all that nonsense for now!

Ichiko extended Erkang's hand, but ultimately let it fall limply, letting out a deep sigh.

.........

"Shi Ye, where did you run off to?"

Shinji Tokita looked at Shiya Hayashi, who was staggering back, and asked weakly.

"We've been waiting for you for ages."

"I went and bought a deck of cards." Lin Shiye sat down next to him, casually flipping his wrist, and a brand new deck of cards appeared at his slender fingertips as if by magic.

"There's still more than half an hour before the show starts, we can't just sit there drinking."

The two girls opposite exchanged a knowing glance, their eyes secretly lingering on Lin Shiye's handsome profile and his hands with their distinct knuckles and clean fingertips, their cheeks unconsciously flushing red.

Imagine being handcuffed like that...it sounds so awesome!!

Hayasaka Ai didn't show any obvious reaction, her face still wearing that smile that fit the gyaru persona, but the corner of her eye couldn't help but fall on his flying fingertips.

"Now that you're here..."

Shou Ryujiro and Tokita Shinji placed their heavy hands on Hayashi Shiya's shoulders, one on each side, and whispered in his ear, their voices trembling with tears.

"Please take care of these three girls! We two really can't hold on any longer! If we don't go to the bathroom soon, we're going to explode!"

Lin Shiye gave an OK sign.

Seeing this, the two stopped talking and suddenly got up and rushed towards the toilet.

"Huh? What's wrong with the Beast Rice Crackers?" the girl, Xiao Hong, asked in confusion.

"The girls are all very kind and responsible. They probably heard the cries for help and went to help those in need," Lin Shiye casually said, then poured drinks for the three cute girls.

"Alright, it's still early, let's play some games." Lin Shiye's fingers flew, and the playing cards seemed to come alive in his palm, spinning and jumping, blooming into beautiful flower patterns that dazzled the eyes.

"Wow, that's amazing!" Xiao Lan exclaimed, covering her mouth in surprise.

Thus, the group spent a short but happy time playing around.

Soon, the show began, and the first band to perform immediately set the mood, with many people standing up from their seats and crowding around.

Little Red and Little Blue were no exception; they said, slightly tipsy:

"Xiao Ai, want to go to a show together?"

"No, I think I'm a little drunk, I need to rest for a while." Hayasaka Ai shook her head with a smile, looking like she really couldn't hold on any longer, and leaned softly on Lin Shiye's shoulder.

"I'll take care of her, you guys go ahead," Lin Shiye said.

Have fun!

"Alright then~" The two nodded, gave Hayasaka Ai a mischievous look, and then walked towards the stage.

The surroundings fell silent instantly, with only the deafening music emanating from the stage.

Lin Shiye and Hayasaka Ai stood side by side, neither of them speaking first.

After a long while, Hayasaka Ayase slowly spoke, her voice carrying a hint of drunken languor. Her warm breath brushed against Lin Shiye's neck, making him feel slightly itchy.

"Lin is surprisingly gentle today."

"Could it be that he's concerned about maintaining a good image in front of girls?"

"I've always been this gentle, okay!" Lin Shiye retorted seriously.

Hayasaka Ai chuckled softly, her tone slow and leisurely, with a hint of teasing.

"Then... could you please take your hands off my butt?"

"ah?!"

Lin Shiye jerked his hand back as if he had been burned, then showed a pained expression and slapped the back of his hand twice.

"Whose hand is this! How could it be on my body! This is outrageous!" he said indignantly.

"Don't be afraid, Xiao Ai, your brother Shi Ye will teach this naughty hand a lesson!"

"Ha ha--"

Hayasaka Ai finally couldn't help but laugh out loud. Her shoulders trembled slightly, and her head, which was resting on his shoulder, swayed gently. Strands of her golden hair brushed against Lin Shiye's neck, carrying a faint scent of shampoo.

"You're quite an interesting guy~"