Crossover anime, Hachiman's childhood friend's growth diary

"Speaking of which, what brings you here, Hachiman-kun?"

Something's not right! These two sneaked out behind everyone's back! Tell us! What are they here to do?

Detective Nijika's curious gaze darted back and forth between Hikigaya and Ichinose Motoyo, her watery eyes filled with questions.

To this, Hachiman responded calmly:

"We came out to buy supplies for the community."

"Club? But I remember Hachiman said he had already quit?"

"Uh, that's a legacy issue..."

"I don't understand, Liang, did you understand?"

"I don't understand either."

Yamada Ryo blinked, indicating that the word was beyond the comprehension of an elementary school student.

Speaking of which, someone hasn't said a word since just now, right, Ichinose-san?

"one million……"

With Hikigaya's prompting, Ichinose Motoyo, who had been muttering to herself, finally snapped out of her daze.

"Oh, I'm sorry, I was just spacing out."

She first apologized, then introduced herself to Yamada Ryo.

"Hello, I am Ichinose Motoyo from Class 4-A. It's nice to meet you."

"Hello, I am Yamada Ryo from Class 3-D."

Through the gap in the bag, Yamada Ryo spotted a tag with the price of the soccer ball and asked a question.

"Is that bag filled with soccer balls? Hachiman, were you guys in the soccer club before?"

"No, you misunderstood. This is a prize from the Literature Department, and it has nothing to do with the Football Department."

Hachiman then explained.

Yamada Ryo tilted his head, as if pondering the connection between the Literature Club and soccer, while Suze explained the unique competitions of the Literature Club to him.

Upon hearing this, Yamada Ryo's eyes lit up, and he said with great interest:

"Senior, can I still participate in this event if I join now? I'll try my best to get first place. Can I have the bass guitar as the prize?"

"that……"

Perhaps startled by Yamada Ryo's enthusiasm, Sose took a half-step back, unsure of what to do. Fortunately, at that moment, Hachiman interrupted her, saying:

"The budget is limited, so if you can accept gifts under 10,000 yen, that's fine."

"It's not impossible. We can sell it and get 10,000 yen for free."

"..."

It seems that Hikigaya underestimated Yamada Ryo's shamelessness. This guy seems to be the type who would take advantage of any small thing.

With a sigh, Hachiman changed the subject:

"By the way, why were you standing at the door for so long? Weren't you going in to experience it?"

"Ah, speaking of which, Hachiman-kun, are you guys busy later?"

Hongxia carefully clasped her hands together. "If you have time, could you do us a favor?"

Hikigaya looked at Ichinose Motoyo with his attention, and answered after confirming that the latter had no objections.

"It's okay, that's fine."

"Well, actually, we've been here for quite a while, but we've been too scared to go in..."

Hongxia scratched her head shyly and pointed her small finger toward the door of the music store.

What's there to be afraid of going in...?

Hachiman thought for a moment and a helpless smile appeared on his lips.

Ah, in the end, Ijichi and Yamada Ryo are just nine-year-old kids. When they see a place they like, they become very conscious of what others think.

He had similar experiences. When he was a child, he was too timid to go into stores that interested him. He would also hesitate for a long time before asking the shop assistant about toys he liked.

"I'm fine, but what about Ichinose-san?"

"Sigh, I'm fine with anything."

So, led by Hachiman, the door to the music store was slowly pushed open.

"welcome……"

A slightly deep voice rang out, and the shop assistant, looking melancholy, looked towards the door.

"Uh-huh!"

Apart from Hachiman, the other children avoided eye contact out of fear.

"It's cold. How about we go to another store?"

"Yeah, that's what I thought too."

Just as the group was about to leave, a sweet voice with a striking contrast came from deep within the music store.

"Hey, Xiaoguang, stop making that face, you're scaring someone again, aren't you?"

"sorry."

The cashier at the front desk looked apologetic, while another cashier, who appeared to be a middle-aged woman, came forward to greet them.

"Oh my, what adorable children! What can I do for you?"

"Hello, may we take a look at some musical instruments?"

Hachiman spoke in a measured tone, then turned his gaze to the store.

The dim lighting, the yellowish wallpaper, and the various heavy metal-style decorations and posters made even Hachiman feel a little uneasy.

No wonder Ichiji and the others didn't dare to come in; in a sense, it did look rather frightening inside.

"Looking for musical instruments?"

The waiter came out from behind the cashier and asked, "So, which child would like to try out which instrument?"

"Bass."

Yamada Ryo stated what she wanted directly, and the name she subsequently announced left everyone present stunned.

"I want the Fender American Professional Precision."

"Fanta what what?"

Nijika repeated in astonishment, while Hachiman watched the clerk silently for a moment before carefully taking a white bass from the shelf and presenting it to Yamada Ryo.

As if admiring a treasure, Yamada Ryo's eyes were full of love.

"Little friend, you have great taste! This bass is really nice, and the color suits you perfectly too."

"Yes, I want to buy it now. Is it possible to pay on credit?"

"On credit?"

The shop assistant saw Yamada Ryo take a stack of cash out of his pocket and didn't understand for a moment.

"I'm still short a few tens of thousands of yen. Here, take this first. Can I take the bass back?"

"Um, I'm sorry, our store does not accept payments on credit."

No sooner had she finished speaking than the shop assistant heard a sobbing sound beside her ear.

"Uuuuuuu..."

"Little friend, don't cry."

Crying is indeed a child's privilege, even in front of strangers. Of course, crying is not a panacea. Even if Yamada Ryoma cried, the shop assistants would not allow her to buy on credit, not to mention that she was definitely faking it.

"Fool!"

With a loud crack, a chop to the head landed on Yamada Ryo's head.

The crying stopped immediately.

Chapter 78 The unexpected still happened.

"Hongxia, what are you doing? I almost succeeded."

Yamada Ryo released his hands from his face as he wept, his voice as indifferent as if he had just entered a period of deep reflection.

"How could I let you succeed!"

"Ugh?"

The shop assistant twitched her lips, speechless as she looked at the clown in front of her.

Are kids these days such good actors? I almost got fooled!

After reprimanding Yamada Ryo, Nijika bowed slightly apologetically.

"Sister, I'm sorry to have troubled you. Actually, we just wanted to take a look at the musical instruments in the store. Don't listen to Liang's nonsense."

"Oh, okay, then you can look around."

After calming down her complicated feelings, the shop assistant stepped aside and welcomed the four of them back into the store.

Hikigaya, who had no interest in musical instruments, casually strolled around the store before sitting down on a small stool to rest.

Slowly shifting the perspective, Hongxia wandered aimlessly around the store, occasionally glancing at musical instrument parts she didn't understand, seemingly uninterested.

Meanwhile, Ichinose Motoyo looked on with curiosity and read the posters on the wall very carefully before finally stopping in front of a black bass guitar.

Do you like bass too?

Su Shi was startled by the girl's sudden approach. After calming down a bit by touching her chest, she answered softly:

"Yamada-kun, you've misunderstood. I just think it looks pretty."

"Yes, the sound quality is very good. If you want to buy it, I can lend you the money."

Without hesitation, Yamada Ryo took out cash from his pocket.

Unfortunately, Su Shi hesitated for only half a second before waving her hand with a smile, politely declining her offer.

Moreover, after seeing the price tag hanging below the bass, Su Shi became even more determined in her mind.

This hobby is too expensive and will cause trouble for the family.

"That's such a shame..."

As if he had lost a precious fellow enthusiast, Yamada Ryo sighed softly.

After lingering in the music store for a while, Yamada Ryo ultimately missed out on the bass she liked due to a lack of funds. Before leaving, she gazed at the shop assistant with a meaningful look.

"Sister, yes..."

Before she could finish speaking, Hongxia forcefully dragged her out of the store.

"Thank you for your help, sir. We'll be going now!"

"Okay, see you next time."

Amid the shop assistant's farewell, the four left the music store with varying expressions.

"Senior Su Shi, I'm so sorry to have taken up so much of your time."

"It's okay, we're not in a hurry anyway."

Su Shi shook her head. "Besides, this is my first time going to a musical instrument store. It feels very novel."

"If you're interested in bass, feel free to contact me anytime."

Yamada Ryo gave a thumbs up, "Although I can't play it at all yet."

Although Su Shi didn't think her family's circumstances could support her playing musical instruments, she still answered in a gentle voice:

"Okay, then I'll have to trouble you, Yamada-kun."

The four parted ways in front of the elevator.