There are so many geniuses in crossover anime! What's wrong with adding me?

"Whether I become a stay-at-home dad or not, it doesn't seem to make much difference whether I finish high school or not. After all, it's just basic education before college, isn't it?" He yawned, feeling inexplicably sleepy, as if he were listening to his mother nagging in a traditional family.

Volume 1: The Daily Life of Attracting Bees and Butterflies: Chapter 137 When will you pay back the money you borrowed from me?

He had only heard of this feeling, whether in his past life or now, but had never experienced it.

Needless to say, their family environment in their past life was terrible. Let alone this kind of heart-to-heart talk and care, it would be good enough if they could just stay alive without becoming depressed.

His current family... is too gentle and open-minded, and because he is so talented and hardworking that he doesn't need any supervision, they basically adopt a hands-off approach to raising him, letting him arrange his own time, and they have absolutely no experience in this area.

Furthermore, because he had suffered from a strange illness since childhood, he was unconsciously pitied and cared for by those around him. Although he didn't often use this privilege, his wishes and requests were generally fulfilled by his family and relatives whenever he asked.

In both families, he was probably the only one, besides his own father, who was loved by everyone.

Even his aunt, who was both an enemy and a friend to his mother and whose love was stolen by her, now admires him greatly, thanks to his own little schemes. Unlike the original character who was complex and mischievous, he is now very fond of him – even though he looks very much like his mother.

Therefore, this is the first time I've truly experienced it, and I'm amazed: so this is what it feels like... although the person I said this to is someone I find very difficult to comment on.

"Anyway, I have already learned everything I needed to learn on my own. Whether I have the certificate or not is not important and will not affect my work."

"Besides, I know a few kids who dropped out of school to pursue their dreams, so I don't think it's that unusual, right?"

You're right, aren't you? Those Kawasaki girls in the band who are dragging down the industry's average education level.

However, once school starts, I, as the manager, will finally be able to stand on the same starting line as them.

“You bastard…” Hiratsuka Shizuka was speechless for a moment. She had no good way to deal with this bastard who was difficult to discipline in any way.

He wasn't my student, and his mindset was completely unlike that of a young person of this age. He didn't seem to have the worries that a person should have at this stage. What's most infuriating is that he really had the means to support his willfulness.

"I just want you to at least make more friends your own age at school, to help you curb your eccentric personality!"

"Huh? In your eyes, I'm actually that kind of person? Really?" Sakurakoji Sai pointed at himself, frowning in self-reflection. "Do I look like someone who doesn't have many friends?"

"Hehe, yeah, you really do look like a very popular, outgoing person."

"In that case..."

"But you don't seem like someone with a normal gender ratio of friends. Besides the opposite sex, do you really have any same-sex friends?" Hiratsuka Shizuka stared into his eyes, posing a probing question.

He fell silent instantly.

Thinking about it carefully, it seems that he doesn't really have that kind of thing yet. Although he has quite a few people he can call friends, they all seem to be women... Why is that?

Is it because all the characters I've encountered so far have been women, or did I make this choice unconsciously?

"Did I hit the nail on the head? As expected, you don't have any male friends at all, do you?" Taking in his reaction, Hiratsuka Shizuka became even more certain.

Seemingly very interested in this topic, Ijichi Seika and PA, who were listening in, also looked over.

"How can you say that? I'm quite popular. For example, I get along well with the regular customers at the store and the male members of the band." He glanced away, trying to defend himself.

"Really? But you were wearing a mask when you talked to them, right? They didn't even know what you looked like, did they? Can you call that friends?" Hiratsuka Shizuka snorted coldly, shattering his illusions.

"Besides, you have long hair, so there must be quite a few people who mistake you for a woman, right?"

"..."

Stop talking, stop talking... Sakurakoji Sai felt a pang of guilt. Could it really be his fault?

The playful banter and warm gazes from Ichiji Hoshika and PA made him feel utterly ashamed, experiencing a rare setback. He almost collapsed to the ground, burying his face in his hands, reflecting on his behavior so far.

Fortunately, this unbearable atmosphere did not last long before it was broken by a loud voice.

"Hello everyone! I've brought Ryo and Ryuna with me!"

The archangel of the stars descended upon this place at just the right time!

"Wow~ Uh! Mr. Caihua, what's wrong with you? Why are you looking at me like that?" Ijichi Nijika was startled, stopped in her tracks, and asked in confusion.

"...It's nothing, I just suddenly feel very grateful to you."

"Huh?" Ichiji Nijika was puzzled, but didn't think too much about it. "What were you all talking about just now?"

“Let’s talk about how this outrageous guy is finally going to be locked up in school,” Hiratsuka Shizuka replied with a smile, having won the debate earlier.

"Going to school? Mr. Talent?" Ichiji Nijika was taken aback.

"So, Caihua is finally going to school too?" Yamada Ryo nodded repeatedly, looking quite pleased with the growth of his junior.

"Does talent also require going to school?" Kaoru Nai also looked at him.

"That's it."

"Really? Which district and which school? Is it near Shimokitazawa?!" Iji Chikuri Natsumi exclaimed excitedly. "Ah~ I wish it was in Shimokō too! That way we could go to and from school together every day!"

"Could it be that we go to the same school?"

"No, no, Rakuna, your guess is too far-fetched. Isn't Hanasaki River an all-girls school? And you're in the junior high school, right?" Ijichi Nijika's eyes turned into little beads as she waved her hand in denial.

"It seems so." After hearing her say that, Lena nodded, realizing what she meant.

"I'm sorry, but please allow me to keep the exact location a secret. However, I might have more opportunities to trouble you in the future, Nijika." He glanced apologetically at Nijika Ijichi.

"Ah, that's true. It'll be even busier after school starts." Although she had a lot to do, she readily agreed, "I understand. If Mr. Caihua is too busy, just leave it to me!"

"Thank you, you've been a great help. As a way of repaying you, if you need anything musically, please don't hesitate to ask me, and I'll do my best to help you." He also returned the favor, "especially after you find the remaining members when school starts."

"Okay! Then I won't be polite!" Knowing his strength, Ichiji Nijika didn't try to be tough and readily agreed, the potato chips on her head swaying happily.

It was already evening, and it was a bit too early to have dinner now. Besides, Hiratsuka Shizuka and the others might be drinking later, so everyone decided to stay at the Starry Night a little longer.

Due to their respective work and tasks, they rarely have the opportunity to relax and have a slow-paced conversation. At most, they can only chat when they meet or take a break in between.

Therefore, Sakurakoji Sai had almost forgotten some things, and only remembered them today.

He stepped forward and patted Yamada Ryo on the back, putting his arm around her shoulder to prevent her from running away.

"Hey Liang, when are you going to pay me back the money you borrowed from me?"

Yamada Ryo, whose body had stiffened from the sudden touch, felt as if he had fallen into an ice cave upon hearing this devilish whisper, and his whole body turned into ice.

If it weren't for having some free time to think today, and then seeing her by chance, Sakurakoji Seika would have almost forgotten that he had lent Yamada Ryo money. How long has it been since he last lent her money?

It had been a long time since he had had a deep conversation with her, so he came here specifically to take the opportunity to "deepen" his relationship with her.

"I will... I will pay it back..." Yamada Ryo answered weakly, lacking confidence, "It's just that it's the end of the month now, and I've spent all my money."

"Really? When exactly? How about the beginning of next month?" Sakurakoji Sai asked with a smile.

"I... I guess so?" Yamada Ryo answered weakly, his petrified body trembling. To him, his expression was as if Pochi-chan had possessed him.

If you were to ask Yamada Ryo who the person she fears most in the world is, there might not have been an answer before, but now, it is undoubtedly Sakurakoji Caihua, who is demanding repayment of a debt from her.

Although he is usually kind, sunny, and gentle, at this moment, she felt that he was more terrifying than Satan from hell!

Although he wasn't the only person she owed money to, he was undoubtedly the one she owed the most.

Since he promised her that she could borrow as much as she wanted as long as she could pay it back, she has asked to borrow two or three more times.

If you do a rough calculation, the amount she borrowed from him has easily exceeded 200,000 yen. Even if she gets her allowance next month, she won't be able to pay it back, not to mention that the price will be that she has to eat grass for one or two months.

With a large sum of money in hand, she had already used it to buy a newly manufactured limited edition guitar that she had been longing for, and now there wasn't much left.

"...Please, please give me some more time." After realizing the reality, Yamada Ryo pleaded humbly.

This made Sakurakoji Takashi laugh. Good heavens, he actually used honorifics to ask for a delay? Haji Ryo, you bastard!

"Really? Then there's nothing we can do." Seeing the hope gradually rising in her eyes, he added, "But this isn't a small amount of money. You know, working-class people like us aren't wealthy, and our ability to withstand risks is very limited..."

Yamada Ryo's hopeful expression instantly crumbled, as if the sky had collapsed amidst a raging storm.

"So if you really run into trouble then, you know what I mean, right?" He narrowed his eyes and made a coin gesture with his hand, "If you can't pay it back then, don't forget our agreement."

"A...agreement?" Yamada Ryo looked somewhat confused.

"Have you forgotten?" Sakura Koji's voice was slightly cold, and the arm on her soft shoulder tightened slightly as he felt her body pressing against his.

"H-How could that be! It was a promise, right? I remember it!" Yamada Ryo crossed his arms and nodded seriously.

"Then tell me what the specific content is."

"Uh..." A few beads of cold sweat involuntarily appeared on her forehead. "Please give me a hint."

“I really can’t do anything with you, so I’ll just say one thing,” he whispered close to her earlobe, “anything but bass and guitar.”

Yamada Ryo shifted her head, which was covered by blue hair, feeling a little itchy. After hearing the explanation, her eyes widened suddenly, and she instantly remembered what had happened. Her delicate body trembled uncontrollably.

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Volume 1: The Daily Life of Attracting Bees and Butterflies: Chapter 138 Are You Good at Playing Games?

She remembered; there seemed to be such a thing...

She thought she could pay off the debt quickly, but she clearly overestimated her self-control. Or rather, she overestimated her allowance and underestimated her ability to borrow and spend money.

If the other party doesn't press her, she... definitely won't pay it back; if the pressure is slow, she might be able to pay off the debt intermittently over a few months; but if the pressure is intense, she really doesn't have any way to deal with it...

Even if she borrowed from her best friend Nijika, she wouldn't have enough pocket money to lend her—or rather, Nijika, who knows her personality well, probably wouldn't lend her any at all.

Is there no way out, no other option? How tragic!

"Hey, don't make that face, it makes me look like some kind of bad guy." Sakurakoji lifted her delicate chin, turning her face towards him, and looked at her teary eyes that had turned into irregular shapes with a smile.

"After all, I'm not some kind of demon. I'm just giving you a heads-up. I'm not asking you to pay it back right now."

"Really?!" Although he felt a little embarrassed by the position, Yamada Ryo still grasped the key point and hurriedly asked.

"Of course, after all, we're partners under the same roof, right?"

"Yes, yes!!" Yamada Ryoko nodded quickly, then grabbed his sleeve, deeply moved: "Tao Cai! I knew you were a gentle person, that you wouldn't be so cruel to me!"

"Of course. As long as you remember our agreement, I will always be your partner." He gently pinched her moist cheek, collecting a little interest for now.

I have to say, it feels bouncy, smooth, and very comfortable.

No wonder she's a pampered young lady from a family that owns a hospital; her collagen and moisture levels are just abundant.

"Well, it's about time. I'll go ask the manager when they plan to leave." Feeling he had teased her enough, he turned and left, letting her go, and headed towards where Ichiji Hoshika was.

……

At 7 p.m., the group appeared in a private room at a nearby izakaya.

At the long dining table, Sakurakoji Saiki, Yamada Ryo, Ijichi Nikka, and Kaname Rakuna, four young men and women under the age of 20, sat on one side, while Hiratsuka Shizuka and Ijichi Seika, two old women who were drunk, sat on the other side. In the middle was PA, who was in charge of mediating between the two sides.

PA was sitting to his left, Ijichi Nikka to his right, and Yamada Ryo across from him.

Some people may find it hard to believe that a group of seven people at a table, who are not from a girl group, are all handsome, beautiful, pure, mature, cute... These are the high-value men and women who embody these qualities, such as the shop owner and customers just now, as well as the passers-by on the way here.

He wondered if they were wearing spotlights, because wherever they went, they attracted everyone's attention. He was worried that some thugs might try to chat them up, but thankfully, that didn't happen.

If that happens... he believes Hiratsuka Shizuka will make the first move before he can act.

He glanced furtively at the woman on his left, and their eyes met. He remained impassive, continuing to stare into her eyes—and received a warm, shy smile in return.

"..."

To be honest, he doesn't talk to her as much as he does with Ichiji Hoshika in the shop. Although sometimes she would take the initiative to share her tips and experiences on beauty, hair styling, and dressing with him.

This is partly due to her reserved personality, and partly because he didn't know what to talk to her about.

Aside from makeup and other external things, it seems like we don't have much in common. Talking about music is too boring, and I don't actually listen to much rock music.

If it were a normal guy, he might actually have a lot in common with her—because her hobby is actually being a virtual streamer and live-streaming her gaming.

Although it's a bit awkward to say it like that, as a young man in his prime, he has hardly ever played video games... His mother and aunt, on the other hand, used to enjoy playing online games when they were young, and each became a guild leader thanks to their wealth, possessing a bunch of top-tier weapons.

This may be related to the fact that he used to ignore his health problems and spent most of his time studying, and now he has even less time to play.

Sakurakoji observed PA today. She was still wearing a gloomy dark-colored silk dress, which perfectly highlighted her beautiful figure. The open design at the top of her shoulders made her originally snow-white shoulders even more alluring, and the wide long sleeves completely enclosed her jade-like hands.

The few prominent earrings on his ears still attract attention, but incredibly, they don't make people feel uncomfortable or disgusted. Every time I see him, I want to ask: Doesn't it hurt?

The brass-colored ring around his neck, held up by a black ribbon, always reminded him of some less-than-ideal uses.

Her emerald green eyes were deep yet dazzling, and every smile she gave exuded boundless charm. Up close, he could also smell a faint, elegant fragrance emanating from her, which was quite rare amidst the complex scents of the izakaya.

No matter how you look at it, she is a young woman who embodies the full range of mature sexiness—provided you don't know her usual demeanor.