My Romance Simulation with Them

"Don't threaten Little Loneliness."

Ijichi Nijika was already used to her bassist's shameless behavior, but she still needed to warn him where necessary.

"But the things Lonely makes are really delicious."

Despite being hit on the head, Yamada Ryo was still full of energy. She looked at Goto Ichiri, who was cowering in the corner in fear, with shining eyes, as if she had discovered a gold mine.

"Um... I was happy to hear Ryosuke's praise, but... I didn't actually make this bento."

Goto Ichiri, who had been silent until now, seemed to have finally prepared her explanation and began to speak softly.

"This wasn't made by Little Lonely?"

Ichiji Nijika suddenly became interested: "Who is that?"

"Ah... it's Senior Nango. He said it's his first time cooking at home and he wanted me to try it."

Goto Ichiri shrank back and spoke.

"Nango-senpai... Huh—? Is that Nango Toki?"

Ijichi Nijika stood up in surprise.

"Nanxiang Shi...? Oh—is that the guy who asked to borrow your guitar effects pedal yesterday?"

Ichi Seika immediately recognized the name upon hearing it.

I remember yesterday, Ichika Ichi specifically mentioned the other person's situation, saying that they were a friend of Ichiri Goto and wanted to borrow the guitar effects pedals that were plentiful in the practice room.

"Yes, Little Loneliness is probably referring to him, but—"

Ichiji Nijika nodded, then couldn't help but shake her head, letting out a sigh: "This person is just too amazing, isn't he?"

He has top academic performance, strong communication skills, is also a great cook, and is very handsome. Now he's even starting to learn to play the guitar.

No wonder Kita Ikuyo called him an all-around superman. How did he learn all that? Is there forty-eight hours in a day?

It's truly impressive that someone can possess such a diverse range of talents.

"I remember, Nanxiang was supposed to come over today to learn guitar playing techniques from Gudu?"

Yamada Ryo started having wicked thoughts again.

"How about teaching him for a whole day with just one meal? It's much cheaper than guitar lessons outside."

Yamada Ryo was seriously calculating: "No, maybe we can sell his dishes elsewhere; that would definitely make more money..."

"Why--?"

Goto Ichiri opened his mouth.

"He was taught guitar by Loneliness, and he brought a lunchbox every day. That's normal, isn't it?"

Yamada Ryo clearly perked up, raising his delicate, androgynous face: "That way we can eat delicious food every day."

"Uh--"

The moment those words were spoken, even adult groups like Ichiji Seika and PA-san fell silent.

no way.

It was simply because Yamada Ryo's proposal was too tempting.

If they hadn't eaten the bento made by Nango, perhaps Ijichi Seika and Ms. PA could have stood up and criticized Yamada Ryo with the 'comfort of an adult'.

But now, after eating the homemade bento boxes that received a 4.3 rating from the system, they feel that the things they used to make and eat have become somewhat unpalatable.

Even without the added bonus of 'happiness'.

That heartwarming feeling, as if it could warm their bodies on a cold winter day, is something they can hardly forget.

If only I could eat that taste every day...

Gumbling—

Everyone present swallowed hard and turned to look at Goto Ichiri.

"Uh--"

This is the first time Goto Ichiri has received so much attention.

Feeling the burning gazes of everyone, and recalling the memories that had flooded her mind, she reluctantly opened her mouth. Surprisingly, she, who was usually bad at refusing others, mustered the courage for once: "Um... I still think I shouldn't cause trouble for Nanxiang-senpai..."

However, this time she only got halfway through her sentence before a voice came from behind her.

"Sure, if you're willing to split the food costs with me, I'm happy to cook more meals on weekdays."

"Hey? Senior Nanxiang."

The male voice was so jarring in the starry sky filled with women that Goto Ichiri instinctively turned around.

Then she saw a young man carrying a guitar case standing at the entrance of Starry Sky, unnoticed by everyone.

It was just after I finished talking with the principal of Yucha High School that I arrived in Nanxiang, Fanxing.

He smiled and nodded in response to Goto Ichiri, then politely greeted everyone present, saying, "Hello, I'm Nango Toki."

"Is he Nanxiang Shi's friend? Little Lonely's friend?"

Seeing the young man who came over to greet her at the door, Ijichi Seika turned her head and asked Ijichi Nijika.

However, this time her voice carried a hint of doubt.

There's no way around it, because no matter how you look at it.

The impression this young man gave to others was far removed from that of the gloomy Goto Ichiri.

His skin was a healthy white, and he had short, neat hair with the ends curled slightly inwards. Above his clean and delicate features were a pair of exceptionally clean eyes that made people feel very comfortable looking at him.

But perhaps the biggest difference between her and Goto Ichiri is in their manners and speech.

Goto Ichiri is gloomy and shy, and he stammers whenever he speaks to someone face-to-face.

But Nanxiang was completely different. He spoke clearly and seemed to have an innate sense of approachability that made people want to be close to him.

And after just a few simple words, Ichiji Seika, who frequents performance halls, immediately sensed an inexplicable 'confidence' emanating from the other person.

That sense of confidence is striking.

She felt that even if Nanxiang Shi were placed in a crowd, she would probably recognize him at a glance.

It might be something to do with her temperament; even Ichika Hoshika can't say for sure.

This sense of self-confidence is precisely what Goto Ichiri, who is always insecure and self-conscious, has always lacked.

Is this the kind of person Goto Ichiri's good friend?

They are practically opposites of sunlight and shadow.

Ichiji Hoshika naturally had some doubts.

But doubts will always remain...

Surely it's not because they're lusting after Xiao Gudu's body?

Chapter 49. Such rapid progress?!

Looking at Nango, Ichiji Seika felt something was strange, but she couldn't quite put her finger on what was wrong.

Could he be one of those bad men who deliberately preys on lonely girls, easily fooled and taken advantage of?

"Sister—don't overthink it."

Having relied on her older sister for many years, Ichiji Nijika immediately understood what her sister was thinking.

She shrugged: "The people of Nanxiang are very nice. You'll know once you get to know them."

"Is that right?"

Ijichi Seika glanced at Ijichi Nijika, finding it rare to see her younger sister so sincerely praising someone.

My younger sister is cheerful and enthusiastic towards everyone, but that's just because she has a naturally sunny and cheerful personality.

Gaining her approval will be quite difficult.

That's a bit unexpected...

Ichi Hoshika subconsciously touched her empty trouser pockets, then sighed inwardly at her miscalculation.

She craves strawberry milk whenever she thinks, and she always carries a carton in her pocket.

Today, because I took Yamada Ryo and Ijichi Nigatsu to buy supplies, I forgot to buy a box.

Um...

Forget it.

If you don't have it, you don't have it.

As Ichika pulled her hand out of her pocket, just as she was about to do something else to distract herself, a voice suddenly appeared in her ear.

"The store manager must be looking for this."

An unopened carton of strawberry milk appeared before her eyes, causing Ichiji Hoshika to exclaim "Oh!"

She turned her head to the side.

She discovered that it was Nango, the very person she had just been discussing with Ichiji Nijika, standing in front of her, who was also handing her a box of strawberry milk.

"Ah... thank you."

Subconsciously, she said thank you, but only after taking the strawberry milk did Ichichi Hoshika realize something was wrong.

That's not right.

How did Nanxiang find out his drink preferences?

Before she could even speak, Nanxiang Shi had already given an explanation with a smile.

"Luckily, I asked Hongxia about the store manager's preferences before I came."

Did Hongxia tell him?

Ijichi Seika turned her head to look at Ijichi Nijika, indicating her inquiry.

The other person smiled and nodded.