Do I really have a thing for female voice actors?

"Hello, my name is Tazaki Toru."

"I am very sorry that Ms. Kohinata was not able to tell you the truth at first. She was only thinking of me. Please forgive her and do not blame her."

The first thing Tazaki Toru did was to take on the responsibility for Kohinata Mika herself.

"I'm very grateful to Ms. Kohinata. Um, do you... do you still recognize me?"

This was the result of her efforts to calm herself down, but even so, Yuriko Tazaki's voice was still filled with unease.

She was afraid that the man in front of her would leave at any moment.

Just like she was back then.

Tazaki Toru nodded in response: "Of course I recognize you. Hello, Ms. Tazaki."

Although she felt bitter inside, she accepted the title.

Rather, this is already the best possible outcome, and we dare not ask anything more of this child.

But at that moment, Toru Tazaki slowly spoke:

Please forgive me for addressing you this way, but I hope you understand that I have no intention of being sarcastic or malicious.

"It's simply because I haven't been mentally prepared yet, and I believe you are too."

"If you feel uncomfortable or upset by anything I say, please remind me promptly."

"I hope that you will not feel any unnecessary burden when communicating with me; that would probably be better for both of us."

Yuriko Tazaki stared at Toru Tazaki in utter astonishment, finding his speech clear, articulate, and fluent.

She had imagined countless times what kind of encounter they would have, but she never expected that she would be speechless in front of him and that he would have to smooth things over.

"I'm really... so sorry, I don't know what to do..."

“I understand,” Tazaki Toru replied.

Does he understand?

More than ten years have passed, and even Yuriko Tazaki herself cannot understand her own behavior at the time, sitting day and night in a dream of reminiscing and self-loathing.

Yet he was able to utter the word "understanding".

She had also fantasized about what it would be like if her child could grow up smoothly and be able to speak.

Even beatings, scoldings, and contempt are acceptable.

But I never imagined, nor dared to imagine, that he would say: I understand.

In her heart, nothing could bring her more peace of mind than seeing him living peacefully in this world.

She also tried to comfort herself with false words, telling herself that as long as she found him, everything would be alright.

He no longer needs to wander aimlessly.

The family has already earned enough money to treat his illness and support him for a lifetime, or even several lifetimes.

But when she looked back, she found that after she had earned enough money, the child she was supposed to protect had long since disappeared from her life.

Tazaki Toru certainly has no right to forgive on anyone's behalf.

However, Tazaki Toru will not hold grudges on behalf of anyone.

He will only be himself, maintaining his arrogance that has changed several times.

That was true then, and it is true now.

He simply treats Yuriko Tazaki as a somewhat special stranger and will not change his usual style because of her appearance.

"I'm sorry, I think I need some more time to calm down."

Do you really remember me?

In Yuriko Tazaki's eyes, Toru Tazaki was not only no different from an ordinary person, but his words and actions were exemplary.

No one could tell that he had such an illness; he was not just normal, he was abnormally normal.

However, Yuriko Tazaki still had no doubt whatsoever. The moment she saw him for the first time, she was certain in her heart.

The young man in front of her was the child she was looking for.

She composed herself and tried her best to make their conversation less burdensome, just as Tazaki Toru had suggested.

"I'm sorry, I lost my composure a bit. Please forgive me."

"It's alright, it's only human nature."

"Actually, I visited the facility a few years ago, but the director there wouldn't let me see you."

"That was at my behest; the dean is a good man."

Naturally, Toru Tazaki had no choice but to take on this responsibility.

This was Tazaki Toru's choice, and there is only one Tazaki Toru in this world, so naturally he must shoulder this responsibility.

Even though they had only met for a few minutes, Toru Tazaki had already seen through the emotions the other person harbored.

She must desperately need an outlet for her guilt.

For example, giving money, or giving love.

However, Tazaki Toru doesn't need either of these.

More importantly, Toru Tazaki was unwilling to offer a perfunctory thank you after receiving these things.

Throughout the conversation, Toru Tazaki maintained a gentle and humble manner.

When Yuriko Tazaki inquired about his recent situation, Toru Tazaki simply said that he was very satisfied with his current life.

Seemingly out of consideration, Yuriko Tazaki did not abruptly inquire about his current residence, but instead asked him tactfully how he was making a living.

When she learned that Toru Tazaki was working in the music industry, she was surprised, but for the first time, she showed a faint smile.

This child hasn't changed.

421. Miss Yang Gong was always the first to notice him. (Bonus chapter 1/50 for the Alliance Leader)

After MyGO's practice session, the five girls made a rare reunion to take a short break nearby.

Now, news of MyGO's first concert has been announced, and the lottery has begun.

Since the specific cast list has not yet been announced, the public is very curious about the selection of members for this new band.

The organizers don't seem to have any plans to announce it yet. They will lower a transparent curtain in front of the stage during the actual performance to conceal the members' identities.

Mika Kohinata felt somewhat regretful about this, but she could only follow the planner's instructions.

Arrive at a coffee shop near the recording studio.

"Hey? Look, isn't that Mr. Tazaki?"

"Really?"

The girls looked in the direction that Himegami Hinata pointed. From their angle, they could only see Tazaki Toru's face. As for who was sitting opposite him, they couldn't see clearly.

Judging from her back view alone, you can only tell that she is a woman.

Rin Tachibana pouted, thinking to herself, "This man isn't working properly, could he be flirting with some female voice actress again?"

The other girls also looked curious.

Only Mika Kohinata seemed to recognize the other person from behind, and remained silent.

Rin Tachibana was a little unhappy. After thinking for a while, she deliberately made an excuse to go to the toilet and ran over to take a look from a distance.

After Tachibana Rin returned, she frankly told him what she had seen.

"She's a pretty auntie."

The fact that Tachibana Rin could utter the word "beautiful" naturally indicates that she had observed it very carefully and had even taken a closer look.

Immediately, Tachibana Rin whispered to Aoki Hina, "Seriously? He can't stand having two such beautiful female voice actresses at home, and he can even handle someone with such a big age gap?"

Hina Aoki rolled her eyes and pinched Rin Tachibana's thigh hard with her hand under the table.

Hina Aoki lowered her voice: "How could such a stupid thing happen? Can you stop having such nonsense in your head?"

Rin Tachibana shrank back and stopped talking, only stretching her neck to look at Toru Tazaki.

Hina Aoki is adept at reading people and making connections. Considering the behavior of Toru Tazaki and other similar characters, it seems that she is troubled by family relationships.

Given this timeframe, it's easy for Hina Aoki to guess what's going on.

Immediately, Aoki Hina looked at Kohinata Mika, who was unusually looking down, as if she had something on her mind.

"Mika-chan, you should recognize that lady, right?" Hina Aoki asked with a smile.

"Eh?"

"Since Mika-chan is quite familiar with Tazaki-sensei, I thought you might know something."

Mika Kohinata was taken aback, feeling the gazes from the four girls, and for a moment she didn't know what to do.

After hesitating for a moment, she slowly said, "That person is Mr. Tazaki's mother."

"what?"

The girls all looked very surprised.

"She certainly has a great presence; no wonder she was able to raise someone like Mr. Tazaki."

The lead singer's worried expression suddenly turned cheerful and sunny, her cheeks as soft and sweet as perfectly roasted cotton candy, making one want to take a bite.

Without hesitation, Sister Lin blurted out, "So he has a mother... Ouch! That hurts! Why did you hit me again?!"

Hina Aoki silently withdrew her hand: "I was just hitting you. If you can't speak properly, you don't have to."

Rin Tachibana pouted and obediently shut her mouth.

This answer did not surprise Hina Aoki. She secretly glanced at the corner where Toru Tazaki was, lost in thought.

“But something still feels off,” Kobayashi Koko suddenly said.

"That's weird?"

"How should I put it? When Mr. Tazaki was with his family, he always had that gentle and refined expression."