My Romance Simulation with Them

Nishiki Chizuka's voice was full of disdain.

Inoue Takina, who was still crying, also let out a small laugh after hearing the other person's infectious voice.

"Speaking of which, Mizuki-nee and Manager Mika, you two are really something. Have you been staying up all night smoking and drinking again? It's a situation like this, you should at least take care of your health. Don't always make Chizuka-sama worry, understand?"

A didactic voice came from the audio.

Mika, the manager of Riko Riko, and Mizuki Nakahara, the Riko Riko waitress next to him, both subconsciously looked at each other upon hearing this.

When they realized that the other person also seemed to have stayed up all night and had dark circles under their eyes, they could only exchange a helpless smile.

She guessed everything.

"Kurumi, do you feel like Lord Chizuka didn't say anything about you? Don't forget, if you have any fun games, you have to bring them over to pay tribute to me first. Respect for the dead is paramount! Understand?"

“…”

The veteran netizen named, Hu Tao, remained silent, only looking at the board game that Nishiki Chizuka used to love playing in her arms, lost in thought.

clap clap!

A crisp clapping sound came from the audio.

This drew everyone's attention.

"Alright—don't be sad. Lady Chizuka didn't go anywhere. She's right here with you. You don't really think this little box can trap Lady Chizuka, do you? Hmph."

"Let's go, let's go. Lady Chizuka is going somewhere cute, and she's not going to talk to you crybabies."

The sound of hurried footsteps, pattering and clattering.

But soon, the footsteps stopped.

It seemed that Nishiki Chizuka, who was on the other end of the line, had returned.

"Well... never mind, I'll say one last thing to you."

In the audio, she still spoke in a cheerful and playful tone.

but--

"I love you all."

"real!"

Goodbye—and please don't come looking for me too soon!

The sound was drawn out.

Then it disappeared.

Everyone present huddled together.

Some expressed their helplessness at her being silly even at the final farewell, while others marveled at her humor and optimism.

At that moment, Nanxiang, who was holding her, raised his head.

The heavy snow is still falling.

It was as if it wanted to dye everything white.

In the sky where snow is falling heavily.

I think I saw it when I was in Nanxiang.

The warm and cheerful girl stood with her hands behind her back and gave him a sunny smile.

The snow is still falling.

In this snow-covered funeral, she rests peacefully in the earth.

She will never wake up again.

Realizing this, Inoue Takina couldn't hold back her tears while entertaining guests at the funeral.

At the same time, the black-haired girl also noticed.

Your expression remained calm as always, and you even chatted and laughed with the guests.

Your indifferent, even nonchalant, attitude has displeased her.

[You should know that you were the person Chizuki loved most when she was alive, yet you completely failed to reciprocate her expectations.]

Even though Nishiki Chizuka passed away, Inoue Takina never saw you shed a single tear.

[Inoue Takina doesn't understand; she thinks your heart is made of steel, that you feel absolutely nothing about Nishiki Chizuka's death.]

Having barely finished greeting the guests, she quietly followed you as you headed to your private lounge.

Upon reaching the door, she intended to vent her emotions about Nishiki Chizuka's death and your indifference towards it.

But the moment her fingers touched the doorknob, she froze.

Because she clearly heard your long, drawn-out sighs behind the door of the private lounge.

She fell silent.

[Only then did she realize that you were the person Chizuki Nishiki loved most, but at the same time, Chizuki Nishiki was also the person you loved most.]

[My favorite woman has passed away. How could she possibly be as strong as she appeared on the outside?]

Not showing emotional fluctuations in front of outsiders is the dignity you maintain for Nishiki Chizuka.

Hearing your sigh, Inoue Takina's earlier accusatory tone vanished, replaced by deep worry.

After hesitating for a long time, she finally pushed open the door and came in to talk to you and comfort each other.

Her bond with Nishiki Chizuka is deeper than that of sisters. As Nishiki Chizuka's former favorite person, it's only natural that she should take care of you now, when you're so utterly dejected.

You did not reject the kindness of this beautiful black-haired girl with a Japanese-style charm.

Because you know that it's precisely at times like these that you shouldn't be alone. Suppressing your emotions will only lead to overthinking and unnecessary worry.

[As the sister that Nishiki Chizuka cared about most before her death, Inoue Takina usually has a very serious personality, so you worry that she might do something foolish when you're not looking.]

The funeral lasted two days, and 'RicoRico' reopened for business on the day the funeral was completely over.

[For this reason, store manager Mika specifically spoke with you.]

His meaning was actually quite simple.

[Now that Chizuka Nishiki has passed away, you, who have always strived for her sake, can now let go of 'RikoRiko' and pursue the life you desire.]

He doesn't want you to remain bound by Chizuka Nishiki's influence and stuck in the unpromising world of 'RikoRiko'.

You also gave a serious response to the store manager's advice and concerns.

Perhaps you initially came to work at 'Rikorik' simply because of Chizuka Nishiki, but things are completely different now.

Having worked here for so long, you've long considered 'RicoLico' your second home.

You are not staying here for Chizuka Nishiki's sake, but rather out of your own free will, choosing to continue working here.

Mika was deeply moved by your dedication and sense of responsibility; he bowed to you in gratitude. Without your supervision, 'RicoRico's' sales would likely have plummeted.

Life goes on.

[As someone working at Riko, you've noticed that Inoue Takina has been glancing at you more often lately, and even occasionally offering you a cup of coffee and a shoulder massage during your breaks.]

Her initiative to reach out to you makes you very concerned. But every time you take the time to ask her why, she always brushes you off with something like "caring about a colleague."

You can't do anything about it, so you can only make time to lend her a hand when she's busy, and occasionally set aside time to chat with her.

After all, you promised Nishiki Chizuka you would take good care of Inoue Takina.

Your relationship with Inoue Takina has deepened.

“???” Nanxiang Shi.

That's a bit strange.

Even though Chizuka Nishiki has already passed away in this first playthrough, the simulation hasn't ended.

"Does that mean there are other developments for me next?"

Staring at Inoue Takina's name, Nango muttered to himself.

As the days went by, through her interactions with you, Inoue Takina gradually came to understand you as a person.

You are very serious and dedicated at work, and you treat everyone with great enthusiasm and warmth.

Gradually, she began to be attracted to you.

Similarly, she also noticed that whenever Nishiki Chizuka was mentioned, an unconcealable sadness and reminiscence would always appear on your usually calm and handsome face.

She knows that you may still be struggling to move on from this difficult time.

Thinking of this, she finally asked the store manager if you could share a dormitory with her, hoping she could temporarily take care of your daily needs.

This actually aligns with the store manager's thinking.

Your work ethic is impeccable, but if you're always on edge, you'll eventually break down.

They already consider you family, and having Inoue Takina take care of you seems like a good idea.

You didn't refuse their well-intentioned arrangements because you'd noticed something was off about your recent behavior.

Perhaps entrusting oneself to the care of others is indeed a good option.

You are living with Inoue Takina.

"what???"

No.

Nanxiang Shi stared blankly at this line of text for a long time.

Are you living together?

With Inoue Takina?

I?

Are you serious?

No wonder the simulation isn't over yet.

The rest of the story is all here.