I practiced as a monk alone in Japan.

Chapter 288 has prepared a sexy school swimsuit for you~
Gen Tsukino didn't take Asagiri Rin's threat to heart.

Anyway, it's not like I'll actually kill myself. As for making myself cuter or something, it's just childish childish play-fighting.

Not worth mentioning!
On the contrary, Tsukino Gen smiled happily the whole way, looking at Asagiri Rin with two rabbit ears on her head.

As for Asagiri Rin, she practically had her anger written all over her face.

He walked with his arms crossed, like a leader on an inspection tour.

When Tsukino Gen tried to reach out and hold the other person's hand, she stubbornly dodged away, as if Hakimi would react violently to even the slightest touch.

"Are you that angry?"

"Who's angry with you?"

She gave a soft hum, and the rabbit ears on her head swayed back and forth.

As the rabbit ears twitched, Gen Tsukino laughed even louder.

I'm really going to die.

Asagiri Rin wished she could rip the thing off her head and throw it in the boy's face.

However, that would make me seem like I can't take a joke, which is unnecessary. There are plenty of ways to get back at this kid.

such as.

Come and see! The spiciest spicy baby squid in all of Japan! Don't miss it!

The vendors blaring advertisements through loudspeakers initially showed no interest in such things to Asagiri Rin, as she preferred a lighter diet, or as some might say, being particular. She disliked using too many seasonings to overpower the natural flavors of top-quality ingredients.

But the moment she saw the vendor, Asagiri Rin grabbed the boy next to her without even thinking.

He brought Tsukino Gen directly to the vendor, looked at the owner who hadn't yet reacted, and began to speak.

"Give him five of the spiciest ones."

"Eh?"

"The spiciest one, did you hear me?"

"Okay, please wait a moment~"

During this time, Tsukino Gen didn't seem to refuse, but just smiled and said to the other person, "Eating such spicy food, I'm afraid you'll feel uncomfortable when we kiss later."

"Who wants to kiss you? Give me some to eat. Don't you like cute things? I think spicy little squid is quite cute."

When the boss took it out, you could definitely smell the pungent spiciness even through the screen.

Honestly, this spiciness is abnormal. I don't know how long it was soaked in the braising liquid, how well it was flavorful, or why it had to be rinsed again after being taken out.

Most people would probably feel a stinging sensation when their lips come into contact with this stuff.

Calling it a niche, hidden gem of food is less accurate than calling it a novelty challenge segment.

Seemingly worried that the young people wouldn't understand the seriousness of this matter, the boss made a special reminder.

"Young man, don't push yourself. Not many people can eat five skewers of this. Take it easy, and if you feel unwell, remember to go to the hospital immediately."

Tsukino Gen looked at the shopkeeper curiously, "With your kind heart, how can you possibly sell this?"

"what?"

"Stop talking nonsense and eat quickly. You're not going to die from eating."

Asagiri Rin knew this boy's abilities, and it would be difficult for him to feel unwell with such a small amount of food. However, if she could see him make a slightly embarrassed expression, she would be happy for a while.

Gen Tsukino didn't hesitate either, and didn't even leave the stall with anything.

They just opened the bag and stuffed the whole bunch into their mouths.

This display of force even startled the boss.

What's he trying to do? Is he going to die in front of his own stall?

No, it's just a small business. I'm just using it as a gimmick to earn some extra money for my family. It's really not worth it!
"No, young man, stop for a second! You don't need to eat like that, do you?"

Gen Tsukino didn't care at all, ate one skewer, and moved on to the next.

He not only had to perform eating it all, but also eating it nonstop.

The shop owner looked like he was about to cry. He was genuinely afraid that this handsome young man would get into trouble eating in front of his stall, and then he would have to fight a huge lawsuit.

How can someone so good-looking have a problem with their brain? What's the point of risking your life here at your own stall?
"Bro! Bro, really, don't eat anymore. You're so young, it's not worth it."

"Finished."

When Gen Tsukino put down all the skewers, he ate them faster than he had expected.

The boss stared at him blankly, his face almost ashen.

He knew that the boy's seemingly normal appearance didn't mean anything, since some aftereffects, like the effects of alcohol, are only felt in retrospect.

Don't be fooled by the boy's calm demeanor and composed manner; he even manages to wipe his lips with a tissue.

But the next moment.

Her cheeks quickly warmed up and turned red, then her breathing became rapid, and then she opened her mouth wide, trying to drink water.

Then came the unrestrained flow of tears, snot, and saliva.
This boss has seen even more horrific scenes.

Besides, eating five skewers in one go is simply unbelievable!
Eh?
How come he's still alright?
Gen Tsukino was indeed alright. He even put his hands together in front of his face, breathed out gently, and then smiled as he looked at Rin Asagiri, who was watching him.

"Very good, it doesn't have much of a taste."

Squid soaked in brine will naturally have a strong flavor; the lack of flavor is entirely due to its own inherent properties.

After expelling these excess odors from his body, he indeed didn't have any mysterious body fragrance, but his body was no longer capable of harboring any impurities.

Seeing the other party's performance, Asagiri Rin knew that the plan had failed.

The so-called "hellfire" heat couldn't hurt him at all.

The pain from the spiciness was nothing more than a tickle to him.

Of course, he could have acted more realistically, more laboriously, and appeared more like an ordinary person. But there was no need for that in front of Asagiri Rin.

Only the boss looked at the boy in disbelief.

"Are you...are you really alright?"

Gen Tsukino smiled and nodded. "It's alright, it's quite delicious. Thank you."

The boss wasn't sure who was thanking whom, but as long as he was alright and not putting on a brave face, that was fine.
Unexpectedly, the next moment the incredibly beautiful young lady opened her wallet, took out a wad of unfamiliar thick banknotes, and placed it on her stall.

"Wait, wait... there's too much!"

The boss was a little flustered.

Although I know that many rich people in this world don't care much about money, I've rarely seen anyone so generous.

The richer you are, the more miserly you become, which seems to fit his worldview.

Moreover, he had absolutely no idea why the other person was giving him so much food. It clearly wasn't spicy enough for this young man, and he was even starting to doubt his own cooking skills. But the girl simply left him with a single sentence.

"He caused you a lot of worry, so this is an extra compensation. I'm sorry."

"Eh?"

compensate?

His hands were trembling as he held the banknotes, but he saw two incredibly beautiful young people walking side by side, getting further and further away, disappearing into the distant lights.

"I never expected you to say something like that."

Tsukino Gen said with a smile.

The girl, who still hadn't taken off the rabbit ears on her head, snorted, "I'm about to have a heart attack from your posture, don't die."

"Hahaha. But are you really proud of being able to wipe my butt?"

"How can you say such disgusting things?"

Asagiri Rin nudged the boy with her elbow.

Tsukino Gen took the opportunity to link her arm with his and then held her soft, delicate hand in his own.

"That's not what I meant. I'm just glad that you've made your own changes without me even realizing it."

Asagiri Rin turned her head slightly and saw an elderly couple beside the clean street.

The old man was leaning on a cane, and the old woman was tenderly supporting his arm.

It's so lively here, even brightly lit.

But they willingly walk in the shadows and darkness, pacing forward. Perhaps it's just a simple stroll after a meal.

Perhaps this has happened countless times in their lives; it's just one of the most common things.

But the smiles on their faces are probably genuine, right?

Perhaps we cannot yet fully appreciate the kind of happiness they experience.

But on both sides of the street.

The elderly couple over there.

These are young couples.

It's as if they are reflections of each other at opposite ends of the long river of time.

She had an instinctive urge to say something sarcastic to the boy, but that sharp and mean instinct failed her.

"I'm not thinking about doing anything intentionally, and if there are any changes, they may not all be good changes, so there's no need to be happy too soon."

"It doesn't matter."

The boy smiled lazily and casually, "No one lives a life that never changes, and I don't think anyone can stay the same forever. I just want to witness every change in you, whether it's good or bad, it doesn't matter, I'll cover for you."

"Tsk, you're actually covering for me now?"

She gave a soft hum, then turned her gaze away.

We arrived at the most common roadside entertainment stalls, where you could shoot balloons with toy guns and take away a toy for every number you shot.

"How about we have a competition?"

"Do you know how to do this?"

Gen Tsukino hadn't expected that this young lady would like this kind of game.

It's something that every ordinary child would want to try. Of course, as they grow up, it gradually becomes something that their own children find troublesome.

You know there's something fishy going on, but the child doesn't understand and just wants to shoot. What can you do?

Asagiri Rin said dismissively, "What's so hard about that? I'm really good at this. When I was a kid, I made all my own dolls."

Speaking of this, a slight nostalgia appeared in the girl's eyes, but it quickly faded away.

That was a very long period of time, hazy and yellowish like old paper.

But no matter what, it's all in the past now.

She and this boy are now living in this shining era.

Gen Tsukino nodded.

"Then let's do it. What if you lose?"

"I lost this thing, so I'll wear it all night."

"Oh? What do you want me to do if I lose?"

Tsukino Gen asked curiously.

Asagiri Rin narrowed her eyes, "I've prepared a school swimsuit for you."

"Wait a minute, isn't this getting a little too perverted?"

"You've already lost confidence?"

"That's impossible. I'll show you what the aiming god's marksmanship in Counter-Strike is all about."

When two young men arrived at the stall.

The boss was practically beaming with joy.

Good guy.

What I like most is couples coming to play. One round isn't enough, and they keep comparing their games, maybe they can make money from several rounds.

He was already thinking of ways to stir things up.

Until the sound of gunfire rang out.

One by one, the balloons burst open in their sight.

Like fireworks constantly blooming in the sky.

One after another, as if there would never be a break.

No.

Where did these male and female thieves come from?!

Are you here to rob us?!

Waaaaah, stop hitting me! Stop hitting me!!

……

(End of this chapter)