Does gravity make me stronger?

She grasped Hachiman's hand and leaned her body slightly forward, gazing at him with watery eyes.

Not bad.

After observing for a period of time, Nagasaki Motoyo is quite certain that Hachiman actually has sensitive skin, and even the slightest physical contact can make him waver.

Sure enough, the moment Hachiman touched the other's skin, he froze on the spot and awkwardly looked away.

Satisfied with Hachiman's reaction, Nagasaki Motoyo smiled. She could feel that she was only one step away from victory.

but.

Despite her intention to use her beauty to seduce men, Nagasaki Motoyo, still in her early teens and naturally shy, was far from being able to manipulate men's hearts like those sexy women in movies.

As a result, their faces grew increasingly red with each other's breathing.

My heart was pounding.

Of course, if it hadn't made a sound, they would already be dead.

There's a murderous aura about him!

In an instant, Hachiman shuddered, gritted his teeth, and pulled his hand away from those soft, lotus-root-like hands.

Nagasaki Motoyo's unusual behavior once again aroused his vigilance.

What exactly is this guy trying to do?

Admittedly, as she said, this fledgling band had its problems, which even those outside the band could sense.

but.

This can be considered part of the band's growth, right?

Do we really need to find someone to come in and offer advice? It's not like we're a professional band; why would we need someone like Maneja?

If it weren't for this reason, then...

Is Nagasaki Motoyo after my body?

No, no, no, that reason is ridiculous, and even if we take a step back, it's impossible.

Lacking the most crucial information, Hachiman racked his brains but still couldn't figure out Nagasaki Motoyo's thoughts, but he knew he was just one step away from the truth.

Thinking about it again, something must have been missed, so what exactly was missed...?

"Hachiman, what's your decision?"

Nagasaki Motoyo's words disrupted Hachiman's train of thought, and in his confusion, he could only reply casually, "Sorry, I've actually already joined a band."

"What?" Nagasaki Motoyo's body trembled.

"It's the place we went to the first time; I was actually a member of the team there."

Even though they were honorary members...

But if Hachiman himself doesn't say it, how would they know?

The first place I visited...?

Nagasaki Motoyo thought for a moment, and suddenly, her dead memories began to resurface.

Is it that performance hall called Starlight?

Yes.

The first time I went there, several girls took a liking to Hachiman and even tried to recruit him into the team right in front of her.

So you didn't refuse back then?

√××- -

Don't panic, there's still a chance to turn things around.

"...They didn't say that I could only join one band."

Nagasaki Motoyo's smile became a little stiff, and she started to ramble incoherently.

"But I don't have the time or energy to take care of a second band. I'm very grateful for Nagasaki's invitation, but I'll be leaving now."

It wasn't that Hachiman was avoiding the confrontation, but rather that Nagasaki Motoyo's fighting strength was too strong today. He had finally managed to suppress her by talking about ending the band, and if he didn't escape now, he would be killed in return.

Having seized a timing that no one was paying attention to, Hachiman left the rehearsal room without looking back. He had only run a few steps when he heard the sound of footsteps behind him.

Turning around, I saw Nagasaki Motoyo, her hair standing on end in anger, rushing out of the rehearsal room in a hurry.

Damn it, the Barbarian King unleashed his ultimate!

Chapter 112, Page 110: Su Shi: I never want to form a band again.

Just now, Nagasaki Motoyo quickly sorted out the current situation in a very short time.

On the band's side, apart from Akari, who was a bit hesitant, everyone else was open to bringing Hachiman into the band.

Even the lantern probably hopes Hachiman will join the team; the child is just too sensitive, which is why he can't bring himself to say it.

Therefore, today is definitely the best time to win over Hachiman.

If you miss this opportunity, you'll never have another one.

In addition, she recalled that she had seen the two young girls from the Starlight Concert Hall when she was having a study session at Saizeriya Restaurant one day.

I remember a few of us talking about how Hachiman didn't actually join their band; he was just helping out as an assistant.

and so.

His words just now were nothing but a clumsy excuse.

As for the reason for doing this, is it because you're afraid of trouble?

It won't be troublesome. You don't need to do anything. Just stay in the band, let me watch you, and then bring Xiangzi back.

"Hachiman, wait a minute, can I say one more thing?"

Nagasaki Motoyo asked in an almost pleading tone, "Could you please reconsider, even just for a few more days, and join our band?"

Hachiman frowned in confusion, unable to understand why Nagasaki Motoyo was so persistent with him.

What benefits would they get if I joined?

The answer is, of course, yes.

Unfortunately, Nagasaki Motoyo hid this very well, and he didn't even notice a single clue.

Initially, Hachiman did not want to use his ability, but in order to prevent Nagasaki Motoyo from continuing to pester him, he needed to find an opportunity to confirm the other party's true purpose.

He looked directly into Nagasaki Motoyo's face and opened his heart.

'We've come this far, we absolutely cannot fail.'

'If Hikigaya joins the band, Shoko can come back, so we can't let him escape.'

My head was buzzing, as if something had hit me hard on the head, and my mind went completely blank.

He stared in astonishment, his mouth agape. After a long while, he lowered his head, no longer daring to look directly into Nagasaki Motoyo's pleading eyes.

It turned out to be the case.

That makes sense...

Why was Nagasaki Motoyo willing to approach him in the first place, and why was she able to tolerate his occasional coldness and disgusting behavior?

She was never concerned with herself.

It's Xiangzi.

An idea formed in Hachiman's mind.

Nagasaki Motoyo has always wanted to bring her best friend Toyokawa Shoko back to Crychic, but Shoko has to stay away from the band because of her family circumstances.

This also led to Nagasaki Motoyo's constant unfulfilled desires and setbacks everywhere she went.

At this moment, she was on the verge of despair when she was surprised to find that Xiangzi, who had always been a loner, had an unusually close relationship with a certain boy. And coincidentally, that boy was aloof by nature, so it seemed that he was just playing around.

This surprised Nagasaki Motoyo, but at the same time, it gave her a brilliant idea: why not get close to Shoko through the boy's relationship and gradually work her way up?

Before long, Nagasaki Motoyo, who was already good at socializing, quickly became "inseparable" friends with the boy.

After that, all the groundwork was laid. As long as the boy joined the band, there would naturally be a suitable reason to persuade Xiangzi, who had left, to return.

Even if it doesn't work out, afterwards they can just abandon the boy anywhere, like a stray dog ​​on the roadside.

What a clever idea!

He had already suspected something, but if his inner voice hadn't directly exposed it, Nagasaki Motoyo might have been able to deceive himself for a while longer.

Hachiman is not oblivious; on the contrary, he is quite perceptive.

Therefore, he had considered that this beautiful and well-mannered girl might fall in love with him for some strange reason.

Just last week, he naively believed that one day he could fulfill his wish of being kept by a rich woman.

However, at that very moment, the instant Nagasaki Motoyo's true feelings were revealed, such thoughts were shattered.

What followed was a tide of pain.

“Nagasaki-kun, you’re such a kind person,” Hachiman said, his voice trembling slightly.

"what?"

Not understanding what he meant, Nagasaki Motoyo's eyes widened, her face full of confusion.

In her opinion, Hachiman's tone was very, if not 90%, off.

"Actually, you might find it strange that I'm telling you this, but I don't want to be used by others anymore."

“Use? No.”

Nagasaki Motoyo's lips twitched, her smile stiffening; this development was somewhat unexpected.

"Hachiman, what are you talking about? I didn't mean to take advantage of you."

Hachiman gave a miserable laugh, a nameless irritation rising within him. To quell this feeling, he scratched his head.

“Even if you don’t do this, from my perspective, I really can’t help you unilaterally, but at least I’m trying to ease the relationship between you and Toyokawa.”

Nagasaki Motoyo's heart skipped a beat.

Hachiman seemed to have sensed her inner thoughts.

Where did they slip up?

She must have been very good at disguising herself...

"Hikigaya-kun, I don't understand what you mean." Nagasaki Motoyo continued to play dumb.

"Never mind, I have something to do, so I'll be going now."

Hachiman hung his head listlessly and turned to leave.

"Wait a moment!"

Nagasaki Motoyo felt even more uneasy than on that rainy day last time. She suddenly shivered and gripped her arm tightly with her right hand.

"Hachiman, don't go."

Motoyo Nagasaki is really worried this time.

Forgetting all about the band, she hurriedly took a step forward and grabbed Hachiman's sleeve.

However, for some reason, she slipped and fell, losing her balance and kneeling on the ground. When she looked up again, her eyes were filled with tears of regret.

"I'm sorry, I shouldn't have taken advantage of you, but please don't leave."

Human hearts are ultimately made of flesh and blood.

Seeing Nagasaki Motoyo's disheveled state, Hachiman couldn't bring himself to leave for a moment, but he also lacked the strength to comfort her, so he could only let Motoyo sit on the ground.

after all.

He's just a clown who's been used and is even smug about it.

Do you want a red nose?

Wear you m...

I'll wear one after all.

I need one that's tight, so it doesn't fall off.