Uneasy daily life

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It is well known that, due to the influence of natural selection and social development, humans have a psychological tendency to sympathize with the disadvantaged.

Therefore, it's quite normal for screenwriters to be attacked by the general public when they bully office workers.

Being able to curse isn't a skill; everyone has some offensive capabilities. What's truly impressive is being able to curse back, fight against overwhelming odds, fight with composure and logic, never fear battle, and even if temporarily banned, return to the battlefield after the ban is lifted to intensify the conflict. That's true talent!

Mikawaki anticipated that the new episode would generate some discussion, but he didn't expect the discussion to be inexplicably amplified by the screenwriter.

The conversations are devoid of profanity and insults, leaving no room for criticism. The replies are full of discussion and aggression, making them masters of intrigue and manipulation!

Excellent! Not only is he a talented screenwriter, but he's also a natural in the entertainment industry!

As a mature director, one sees no love, hate, right or wrong, only profit, traffic, popularity and sensationalism.

The wisdom of life is to bet everything you have when you're lucky, so that you won't suffer so much when you're unlucky.

This stock is bound to rise! Go all in!

After a moment's thought, Mikawaki, who was on set, immediately posted an update on his own account.

【Mikawa Wood】

This Saturday, our production team will be appearing on the talk show "Let's Talk Late at Night" to interact with viewers, answer questions, and exchange ideas, whether discussing episodes already aired or anticipating future episodes. Mr. Uesugi and Ms. Sakurajima are confirmed to appear on the show, which has already generated considerable discussion and buzz. Would Mr. Shirakage, the beloved guest screenwriter for the new episode, be willing to participate? @白良白影

Before long, the dynamic content had been relayed to Bai Ying by highly motivated netizens.

As expected, he soon received a message tagging him. Screenwriter Bai must have already figured out what it meant—this is a great opportunity to promote and attract traffic!

San Chuanmu opened his thermos, took a sip of tea, and smiled as he clicked on the status update.

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: @San Chuan Mu, you like JK (high school girl) schools.]

puff--! ! !

How dare this brat slander me?!

The director spat out a mouthful of tea, immediately pressed the button, and ran to Bai Ying's comment section.

[Sanchuanmu: What kind of slander is this?!]

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: You actually altered my script without my permission! You've reduced art to vulgarity, and you didn't even tell me! You added JK (high school girl) characters to the script, isn't it because you like JK?!]

[Mikawagi: You have to consider the genre when you like something! This is just appreciation. Besides, it's clear your original script was too heavy and sad. After discussing it with screenwriter Uesugi, we took the essence and discarded the dross, adding some redemption and hope while retaining the original brilliance!]

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: You feel lonely and lost, your heart is broken by life, and when you finally can't help but squat on the ground, you want someone to reach out to you. Sadness is like overflowing water, no matter how much, there is still a full cup—suddenly a hand reaches out in front of you and gently pushes the cup to the side... The moment you look up, you see a young and beautiful high school girl.]

[Bai Liang and Bai Ying: In their clear, bright eyes, doubt and worry surfaced; their delicate faces had not yet experienced much hardship, reminding you of your own youthful days.]

[Bai Liang and Bai Ying: She doesn't know what you've been through, and you don't know who she really is. The simple act of comforting and being comforted doesn't need many reasons or speculations, nor does it require much logic or worldly wisdom—those things you're already familiar with. What moves you isn't the reunion with youth, but the sense of déjà vu.]

[Mikawagi: That's right! That's exactly the feeling! Adults trade their youth for life, and they are also healed by youth!]

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: Then why didn't you think of your wife the moment you looked up?]

The forum, engulfed in flames of conflict, fell silent at this moment.

From the ends of the earth, many people are waiting for an answer, an answer that will determine life and death, rise and fall, across the screen.

[Mikawagi: I'm single.]

It was as if countless cheers, applause, and tributes to the pioneers were being offered, originating from various types of mobile phones, riding the signal, crossing mountains and seas, and rushing over rainbows, echoing in the director's ears.

The excitement belongs to them; all I find is noise.

Is it worth it?

Mikawaki remained motionless.

Chapter 95 Hachiman Hikigaya: Danger!

The discussion forum is becoming increasingly lively.

Bai Ying was still fiercely battling with various keyboard warriors. Perhaps having witnessed the scene of the opposing side directing the keyboard fight, many netizens inexplicably calmed down and became more interested in watching the show. Some stayed outside the main battlefield to watch the drama, while others discussed and complained about the workplace on the edge of the battlefield. Occasionally, they would sneak into the main battlefield to say something like "Keep it up, brother, don't stop!" and then leave after a quick attack.

Many of Bai Ying's acquaintances were watching.

For example, Hachiman Hikigaya.

I love watching them argue and fight.

After finishing his dinner, Hachiman Hikigaya lay on the sofa, watching the minister's arduous battle with great interest.

Worried? Come on, the last time the captain fought against Sakurajima's fans, the commotion and scene were even more exciting than this. If Hachiman's heart is a straw that breaks with a snap, the captain's heart is probably some kind of high-hardness chemical material, possessing resistance to pressure, shock, heat, cold, and so on.

It's probably about time by now; the excitement seems to be fading away.

Looking at the level of discussion in the comments section, Hachiman Hikigaya couldn't help but ponder this.

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: @Cats and Dogs, @Wooden Fish, @In the Name of the Father... Why are you all hesitant to fight? Could it be that your bodies are so busy that you've exhausted your mental freedom for the day? Or perhaps only when you close your eyes and sleep do you realize you're still alive?]

The flames of war have reignited!

As expected of a minister, even while arguing, he still clearly remembers the names of the people he debated with online... Oh no, for a minister, this kind of thing doesn't even count as arguing. Maybe he's gathering material, maybe he's trying to observe others online, or maybe he's simply... trying to make things a little lively?

This doesn't really sound like an argument; it lacks the foolishness that comes from being caught up in the atmosphere...

Should I say I'm glad I didn't act impulsively and rush in to try and contribute?

Hachiman Hikigaya smacked his lips slightly.

[Wooden Fish: From now on, I'm your hater! Your number one hater!]

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: Thank you for always paying attention to my every move, caring whether I have released any work, arriving at the scene as soon as possible, trying your best to hear news about me from anywhere, and even actively spreading my name in other social circles, discussing me passionately and sincerely with others, not hesitating to argue, debate, and spread my every move—ah! My sincere believer, may your passion last forever!]

[In the Name of the Father: The script isn't very good, but the writer is quite confident.]

[Bai Liang and Bai Ying: You're absolutely right! Those despicable director and screenwriter, taking the dross and discarding the essence, arbitrarily altered my script!]

[In the Name of the Father: That's clearly a good change. I've seen the original script circulating online; it's too negative and gloomy. If someone really gets absorbed in a work, their emotions will either become extreme or pessimistic, which is ultimately detrimental to life.]

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: You like JK (high school girl) uniforms.]

Here it comes! The tactic of rambling and diverting attention, amplifying the issue to obscure the real issue, is used to mislead. How will this person respond? Will they analyze and defend themselves? Will they steer the conversation back on track? Will they resort to profanity in a direct attack? Even though one person has already been victimized, this tactic is still effective!

Hachiman Hikigaya sat up slightly.

[In the Name of the Father: I liked my wife when she was still a high school girl.]

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: You mean, when life was tough and the future seemed bleak, your wife saved you?]

In the name of the father: She saved me before she was even my wife.

Hachiman Hikigaya leans back, sunbathing?!

[Bai Liang and Bai Ying: No wonder you think the script is bad, because the content doesn't resonate with you at all. You're happy, successful, and your every word is radiant. I should be wishing you good fortune and admiring your situation, but why do you deliberately shine? I'm wandering aimlessly in the darkness, and you insist on illuminating my wretched state. What are your intentions?!]

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: Isn't this just like a girl in a drama who just handed someone an umbrella, then turned around and kissed a man her own age, got into his Maserati, and watched the car speed away like lightning through the wind and rain?!]

In the Name of the Father: ?

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: Hiss—! Giving hope, then tainting it! You are the one who is tragic, not reality, so you make the tragedy even more tragic. You are the screenwriter!]

【Cats and dogs: ざっしゅ! 】

[In the name of the father: This scoundrel is spouting nonsense!]

[Cats and Dogs: But why a female high school student?]

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: Every man has a JK (high school girl) in his heart.]

[Cats and Dogs: What kind of theory is this?]

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: A weary person always hopes for a place to belong, just like a beautiful youth meeting the most beautiful person—her hands are clean and simple, like budding flower petals, slender and light, with dewdrops gently hanging from her fingertips; her eyes are bright, like clear and serene moonlight, distant and silent, her eyelashes gently pressing down with tenderness; her lips are pale, like mountain cherry blossoms opening in early spring, delicate and moist, with a slight dimple at the corners of her mouth.]

[Bai Liang and Bai Ying: You don't want to weakly recount your distress, nor do you want anyone to understand and comfort you. But when she looks at you earnestly with eyes devoid of malice, speculation, or disdain, you feel relieved. She gently reaches out and supports you, and your constantly falling life unexpectedly takes another turn. With a normal smile, she doesn't say a word, not uttering those familiar, tiresome, and suffocating words that weigh on your shoulders, yet it's as if she's spoken a thousand words to you.]

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: With a sacred yet urgent feeling, you embrace and kiss her, gazing into her eyes with timidity and anxiety. You seem to have rediscovered your youthful self, like a whimpering, hungry young animal, burying your face in her chest under her tolerant and loving guidance—perhaps there was infidelity, perhaps not, but you are weary of the formalities and want to break free from everything that binds you, to soar freely.]

[Bai Liang Bai Ying: You've been scammed.]

Hikigaya Hachiman: “?”

[Bai Liang and Bai Ying: You spent all your money to redeem your life.]

[Bai Liang and Bai Ying: You briefly rediscover your former self, only to be deceived by life once again.]

The flames of war are raging!

The account was temporarily banned after being reported multiple times for allegedly violating public morals.

As expected of a minister, he was granted the title twice in a single day.

Hachiman Hikigaya grinned, feeling as if he himself had been attacked, remembering that failed confession...

Ouch! Stop thinking about it! Don't recall such foolish things!

If every man has a JK (high school girl) in his heart, that's a prerequisite for being deceived!

Hmm—so I've matured, shed my foolish adolescence, and grown into a qualified…corporate slave?

Indeed, my dream is still to be a stay-at-home dad!

"You silly brother! If you don't go to sleep now, Komachi will secretly turn off your alarm clock tomorrow!"

"Hai! Lord Komachi!"

……

……

Hmm, did I not get enough sleep last night after watching the minister's antics?

Hachiman Hikigaya yawned. Luckily, it was lunch break time. He'd finish his bread and milk at his seat, then take a nap...

Hmm? Shouldn't we find a secluded place to eat? After all, Yui Hama... Sigh? Come to think of it, I haven't noticed Yui Hama paying attention to me lately. Several times I've bought bread and milk in advance and eaten lunch at my seat, haven't I?

Yuihama was a shrewd girl who wouldn't chat with me in the classroom to avoid attracting unnecessary attention. But around lunchtime, I could always sense that she was watching me. To avoid being invited to lunch, I would run away as soon as get out of class ended during that period, and even deliberately not buy bread, instead squeezing into the convenience store with others after class.

So what does this mean? Even though I was rejected, we're still friends?

Hmm, what a beautiful friendship! It brings an end to the dog-saving prank orchestrated by the god of fate.

Hachiman Hikigaya contentedly munched on his bread and drank his milk.

Hmm? Who is that? They're not from my class. If they're a social butterfly who can move freely between classes, it's hard not to recognize them...

A very pretty and eye-catching girl stood at the front door of the classroom. The small suit uniform of Zongwu High School outlined her slender figure. Under the skirt, a pair of black stockings covered her thighs. She wore light gray leather shoes. Her hands were behind her back, one foot was slightly raised in front of her, and the other foot was slightly raised behind her. Her smooth black hair fell down to her chest as she leaned forward, and her bright eyes looked around the classroom.

Then he met Hachiman Hikigaya's secretly observing gaze.

"?!"

Hachiman Hikigaya quickly averted his gaze and unconsciously sped up his eating, as if he were a wild animal feeding, fearing the sudden appearance of a predator.

What's going on? This feels really strange.

The classroom seemed a little quieter. Could it be that the girl just walked in?!

First, we can rule out the possibility that it's looking for oneself.

Then the most likely possibility is to find Ye Shan.

Well, it's normal for someone to suddenly come looking for him, given that Ye Shan has a large social circle, hahaha...

A glimpse of a skirt, the top of stockings, and between the two, a pair of fair and full thighs appeared in front of the desk.

Hikigaya Hachiman choked.

Hmm... maybe the seat in front of me is in a lucky spot, or maybe I'm a transfer student or something, which is quite normal.

"Hachiman, I've been observing you for a long time."

The voice had an unexpectedly cold quality.

Dangerous!

Hachiman Hikigaya's eye twitched, and he subconsciously looked up, just in time to meet the gaze of the girl who had sat down.

Danger!

The girl didn't rush to speak. She rested her chin on her hand, tilted her head slightly, and stared at him with bright but silent eyes, seemingly having no intention of continuing to speak.

Danger++!

Who are you? What is your purpose? What are you going to do? Who is ordering you around?