Aspiring to be a girl in a band

But that's enough.

Because the light was certain that this was a signal of Arakawa Kirika's tacit approval.

"Well then... I'll be looking forward to your guidance from today onwards... Mist... Mist Flower."

Because it was the first time he had read Arakawa Kirika's name, "裠医霓捌捌笼棋陆仪," Deng paused for a moment.

Ai Yin, who was standing to the side, finally realized what was happening.

What's going on?!

Why is it that you can simply call Arakawa by his name, like a lantern?

Ai Yin suddenly realized that in this race between herself and the light, she had only managed to catch up a little bit.

Before she knew it, she was left far behind again, and this time she could barely see the receding figure of the lamp.

Aine never imagined that the lamp would become a threat to her.

"But... that's not enough."

Having achieved his first goal, Deng pressed on, saying...

Wait a minute! !

Is that not enough?

Tomori-chan, where are you planning to throw me?!

Ai Yin couldn't help but complain in her heart.

"Even after school, even outside of school, I want to connect with Wuhua. I want to see Wuhua's writings, I want to hear Wuhua's voice."

"Although Wuhua told me that I 'couldn't be in a band forever,' I still don't plan to give up on this goal."

"I never imagined... that I would be such a greedy girl, but now I am absolutely certain."

"I also want to... spend my whole life with Wuhua."

"So, is it enough for me to want to be Wuhua's Line friend first?"

Aine is now no different from a plaster statue; if she were animated, she would probably crumble into dust.

Isn't this situation developing a little too fast?

Seriously, Deng, how do you manage to say such embarrassing things without batting an eye?!

Do you really know what "being together for a lifetime" means?

The lamp's words made Aine blush almost completely.

Because in Aine's mind, what Akari just did was no different from a confession.

Even Arakawa Kirika's eyes showed a slight tremor.

Fortunately, the trembling only lasted for a moment before she suppressed it with her strong self-control.

She admitted that the lamp had indeed brought her a pleasant surprise, a surprise that even she had to praise.

Although Arakawa Kirika was mentally prepared, she was still stunned by the unique charm of this eccentric girl.

When a girl who has always lived in her comfort zone suddenly makes the decision to move forward, she becomes incredibly powerful.

Arakawa Kirika was overjoyed; in that instant, she finally began to look at the girl named Takamatsu Akari with new respect.

So she took a small step forward, and now the two of them were practically touching.

Arakawa Kirika bent down, making sure her face was parallel to the other person's.

Even at this distance, there was not a trace of fear in Deng's eyes.

Do you really know what you're saying?

Arakawa Kirika asked with a teasing smile.

The lamp simply nodded.

"Yes, everything I said just now was after careful consideration; it was a cry from my heart."

A destructive urge to scratch the back of her hand began to resurface in Arakawa Kirika's mind.

Suddenly, she stretched out her right hand and grabbed the lamp by the neck.

The lamp's pupils dilated slightly, but it showed no sign of resistance, simply letting Arakawa Kirika gradually increase the pressure on its neck.

A heavy feeling of suffocation gradually came over her. Deng's physical condition had never been very good, and she was even considered a weakling, so it wasn't long before she began to feel uncomfortable... But she still held on with her willpower and did not resist.

Arakawa Kirika's voice grew colder and colder.

"Do you remember how I bullied you this morning? If you want to be with me for the rest of your life, it means that the same thing will happen countless times, and I might even do something worse. That's just how willful I am, and I have no intention of changing."

"If you get close to me, you'll definitely get hurt. Are you... really sure about this?"

The lamp is currently struggling to breathe, so it's impossible for it to respond to Arakawa Kirika with words.

With her last bit of strength, the lamp pulled Arakawa Kirika's other free hand and placed it on her neck.

it is more than words.

……

Arakawa Kirika released her grip.

The lamp, which had regained its breathing, collapsed to the ground, panting heavily and beginning to dry heave incessantly.

Aiyin quickly came over, comforting him with words while patting the lamp's back.

"Deng...Are you alright? Would you like some water?"

Although the shocking scene had left a permanent mark on Aine's heart, her attention was now clearly focused on taking care of the lamp.

Arakawa Kirika returned to her seat, her expression unreadable.

After a while, Deng was able to stand up again with Ai Yin's help.

The first thing Tou did after regaining her footing was to walk up to Arakawa Kirika again.

"So... what was Wuhua's answer?"

The lamp's voice had become incredibly weak, but its tone still carried a resolute air.

Arakawa Kirika admitted that today's lights brought her immense shock and satisfaction.

"up to you."

"Whatever" means the default.

"Great."

Having finally achieved her goal, Deng's nerves relaxed considerably, which almost caused her to fall again, but fortunately, Aine supported her throughout.

Under their watchful eyes, Arakawa Kirika slowly took out her phone.

But... quite a while later, Arakawa Kirika began to show a troubled expression.

She finally handed the phone to Ai-yin.

"I won't play."

Arakawa Kirika said with a straight face, and then turned her face to the side.

Ok?

Aine seemed to have discovered something as she took the phone.

Arakawa-kun...were you blushing a little just now?

Although she noticed it, Aine quickly covered her mouth after considering her own life.

She was afraid she would lose control and ask, "Arakawa-kun, are you blushing?"

In that case... I'd probably have the chance to experience what a volcanic eruption feels like up close.

At this point, Aine was no longer jealous that Akari could call Arakawa Kirika by her name.

Judging from Deng's behavior and awareness just now.

This is what the lamp deserves.

However… Ai-yin still had a little something to complain about—she complained an unusually large number of times today, almost to the point of becoming the complainer herself.

Is adding a LINE friend this difficult these days? You know, Deng almost suffocated just now...

However... Aine secretly made up her mind.

Although I was overtaken by the lamp today, I will catch up soon.

She also wanted to gain the right to use the name "Mist Flower".

Volume 1: Chapter 58 The Moth Chasing the Flame

The school bell rings, signaling the end of the day.

The students in Class 1A quickly formed small groups and left the class.

The trio that Aine first met also said goodbye to Aine before leaving.

"Aiyin, how's your band doing?"

When suddenly asked about the band, Ai Yin's hand movements paused noticeably.

"Well... we're still a long way from forming a band..."

Ai-yin smiled helplessly at her friends, but her tone quickly turned excited.

"However, I met a girl who plays bass before, and she agreed to form a band with me. She's also the young lady of Tsuki no Mori."

Ai Yin said with her head held high and a rather smug look on her face, as if she wanted praise.

And her friends also satisfied Aine's vanity perfectly.

Really?

"Aine is amazing, she can actually form a band with the people of Tsuki no Mori."

……

"Hehehe..."