Tokyo Sick Girlfriend

Chapter 162 Investigation
Upon seeing the message from Saori, Shiratori Seiya frowned.

After replying, "Let me ask," he called the manager of the store from that morning.

Mizutani Rei naturally regarded this young man, who had spent seven million yen, as a major client. The call was answered in less than two seconds, followed by her polite voice:

"Hello? Is this Mr. Shiratori?"

"It's me. Excuse me, did the photos of the group photo arrive?"

Rei Mizutani was taken aback, her heart tightening, and she quickly said:

"Mr. Shiratori, please wait a moment while I confirm."

"it is good."

Shiratori Seiya responded, and less than half a minute later, he heard a reply:
"Sir, I just confirmed with the delivery personnel. Is it delivered to XXX?"

Hearing that the address given by the other party was indeed Saori's house, Shiratori Seiya frowned and asked in confusion:
"Yes, are you sure you didn't send it to the wrong address?"

To avoid the possibility that Shione, Mio, or anyone else might see the group photo, he specifically chose Saori's address.

"Mr. Shiratori, it has been confirmed."

"..."

Seeing that he didn't speak, Mizutani Rei's heart tightened, thinking he was angry, and she quickly said again:
"But sir, don't worry if you didn't receive it. I'll arrange for someone to send you a replacement right away. To express our apologies, we'll also send you two custom-made photo frames and a member-exclusive gift. Is that alright with you?"

"Okay, please do it as soon as possible."

"Okay, I'm so sorry..."

"..."

After hanging up the phone, Shiratori Seiya stood at the entrance of AE Company, a bad feeling welling up in his heart.
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'Rinne, do you know why Seiya is dating Takahashi Mio?'

'Because she has a special talent, and if I'm not mistaken, her talent is related to acting.'

'Don't rush to deny it, it's just the truth, otherwise Kiyoya wouldn't have cared so much for her...'

"Hasegawa Saori is skilled in kendo. You probably haven't looked into her, have you? If you did a little research, you'd find out she has extraordinary talent in kendo, just like your older sister."

"By the way, doesn't she have a competition recently? The National Kendo Championship, supposedly a once-in-a-century kendo genius,"

'Doesn't that sound ridiculous? It's also somewhat heartbreaking... Kiyoya's love was purposeful.'

Those who can win Kiyozai's love are all people with extraordinary talent in a certain field.

'I didn't say you were inferior to Suzune, it's just that I don't know why Seiya didn't choose you...'

'...'

Just thinking about what her sister had said to her that morning made Hojo Suzune feel cold all over, and she even lost the strength to press the piano keys.

After moving in the afternoon, she rushed to Saori Hasegawa for answers without even having time to tidy up her piano.

Hojo Suzune's petite body slid down the door, her legs, encased in white stockings, bent, and her dark gray pleated skirt gradually covered her knees. Her twin ponytails hung listlessly on the floor. She held her knees, curling up into a small ball.

Her usually bright eyes now seemed veiled by a white mist, losing their luster.

She still didn't believe what her sister said.

'Keiji's love is always purposeful...'

How could Kiyoya be that kind of person?
She simply couldn't believe what her sister was saying. Did that mean that Kiyoya's feelings for her sister were fake?
How could that be? It's obvious that Hojo Shione is contradicting herself when she says that.

If Kiyoya doesn't like her, how could he possibly... have a relationship with her?
If Kiyoya truly valued her talent and had ulterior motives, how could he possibly break up with her?
Would he fall in love with anyone who is talented?

Why not yourself?
It could be Saori Hasegawa, it could be her older sister, it could be Mio Takahashi, so why couldn't it be herself?!
Am I really worse than them?

Am I really worse than them...?

You even praised me before, didn't you, Qingzai?

"How could that be? You're the most talented person I've ever seen at playing a musical instrument. As long as you're willing to work hard, there's nothing you can't do."

As he spoke, Hojo Suzune felt increasingly aggrieved.

She was in a state of extreme inner turmoil at that moment.

On one hand, she hoped things were really as her sister said: even if Kiyozai's love was indeed ulterior motives, she would still have a chance, at least to stay by his side forever...

On the other hand, she didn't believe it was true.

If it's true, then... his choice passed to Saori Hasegawa, then to his sister, but it didn't go to him. Instead, it went to Mio Takahashi.

Will it really be my turn?

Am I not qualified enough?
What should I do if he encounters someone talented in other areas in the future? What should I do...?

She remembered every word Shiratori Seiya said to her clearly, and the fact that he said she had a talent for playing instruments always made her proud.

But at this moment, she suddenly lost her pride.

My eyes are a little sore, and tears are welling up in them; I'm about to cry...

Hojo Suzune bit her lip, stubbornly tilted her head back, sniffled, and tried not to let the tears fall. The bright lights in the corridor made her eyes look red.

She took a deep breath, and just as she was about to exhale, she suddenly noticed a shadow blocking the light in front of her.

"Excuse me... is this Ms. Saori Hasegawa's house?"

A woman's voice came from beside her. She looked up and saw a deliveryman in a business suit. She sniffed and asked:

"what happened?"

"Uh……"

The girl's voice was choked with sobs. The deliveryman paused for a moment, then waved the box in his hand and said:
"This is a package from Ms. Hasegawa Saori. Is this her home? Is she home?"

Although the girl in front of her was a bit strange and looked like a middle school student, she decided to mind her own business, believing that it was better to avoid trouble. She had another order to deliver after finishing this one.

Hearing what the other person said, Hojo Suzune's eyes darted around, she cleared her throat, and directly extended her hand:

"It's her house, the package is from, right? Just give it to me..."

"Uh, may I ask who you are..."

Hojo Suzune frowned and said bluntly:

"I'm her sister, so what? Don't we look alike?"

It's really hard to imagine.

The deliveryman wanted to say that, but he pursed his lips and didn't say it.

But now she was more cautious, and wanting to be careful not to send it to the wrong person, she opened her phone and asked, "What is her phone number? And could you also please give me Mr. Shiratori Seiya's phone number..."

"Phone number...wait a minute...okay?"

Upon hearing the name 'Shiratori Seiya', Hojo Suzune's eyes sharpened instantly.

"Shiratori Seiya's phone number is..."

With a serious expression, she recited Shiratori Seiya's phone number while taking out her own phone to ask her sister for her number.

"Hasegawa Saori's phone number is..."

"Okay, please sign here."

A minute later, Hojo Suzune watched the deliveryman enter the elevator and leave, then silently opened the package.

The photo, wrapped in bubble wrap, made her pupils constrict.

'Shh!'

She ripped open the bubble wrap, and the two people in suits and wedding dresses were reflected in Hojo Suzune's eyes. Her fingers gripped the photo tightly without her noticing, and her hands trembled.

'Clap. '

She finally couldn't hold back anymore, and crystal tears slid down her cheeks, streaking through the air and dripping onto the photograph, blurring Saori Hasegawa's face.

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Inside the barbecue restaurant, Mio Takahashi frowned as she looked at the message on her phone screen and couldn't help but click her tongue.

What's with the impatience?

What does it mean to recruit a few more female students from the performing arts department?
Seeing that there was no reply to the message she sent, Mio Takahashi pouted.

Are you sure you're not filming a new drama?
She sighed deeply, a sense of unease rising within her.

It's hard to imagine whether Shiratori Seiya has regretted his decision. Could it be that he's really complaining about being paid too much and is preparing to replace him?

Or is it that having yourself isn't enough, and you need others too?
Why did his personality change so drastically after he recovered from his illness?

And what exactly is he busy with? He doesn't even have time to explain. Isn't he less busy now?

Could it be that she was seduced by other vixens?

The more Takahashi Mio thought about these things, the more upset she became, and she couldn't even eat the grilled skewers that were usually her favorite food.

"what happened?"

Seeing that her expression suddenly changed, Haruno Reika, who was sitting next to her, couldn't help but ask.

"nothing."

Mio Takahashi slammed her phone face down on the table and took a big gulp of sparkling water from the side.

As the cool, carbonated bubbles flowed down her esophagus, her beautiful eyes widened involuntarily.

The stimulating sensation made her feel much more comfortable.

Hearing this, Haruno Reika glanced at her again, thought for a moment, took a sip of her beer, and tentatively asked:

"Is it about your partner?"

"Hmph, let's not talk about it."

Seeing that she had guessed correctly, Haruno Reika raised her eyebrows and smiled:
"Hehe, I think you're completely in love. Mio, didn't you tell me at the beginning that you wouldn't like someone like him?"

Two minutes ago, Takahashi Mio might have half-heartedly admitted it, or even tacitly agreed, but now she especially didn't want to admit it. She picked up a skewer of meat, took a big bite, and stubbornly said:

How did you come to like it?

"Okay, you didn't fall for him, so you don't care even if there are rumors at school that he's two-timing you, and you even stand up for him when you hear about it."

During the two days that Shiratori Seiya was sick, the fact that Takahashi Mio was protecting him at school had already spread among the girls.

Meeting Haruno Reika's meaningful gaze, Takahashi Mio felt her face flush and avoided her eyes, saying:
"You've had too much to drink, I can't be bothered to talk to you."

"Okay, so are you going to the party tomorrow night or not?"

"Go, why not go?"

Mio Takahashi agreed without hesitation.

Regarding the high school reunion, she would have hesitated to go before. After all, people with different values ​​are not the same kind of people, and she would feel uncomfortable if she went. Moreover, she has changed a lot since high school, and she felt very uncomfortable just thinking about how they would tease her about her high school days.

In the past, although she dressed simply and people confessed their feelings to her, she felt out of place compared to those who dressed up in flamboyant ways, and just thinking about it made her feel embarrassed.

But things are different now. She just passed the audition and has a talented and wealthy boyfriend like Shiratori Seiya.

Wealth and honor do not return to their hometown, just like walking in brocade at night.

Just thinking about how envious they would be of her tomorrow night made Mio Takahashi's lips curl into a smile.

I absolutely have to go, and show off properly.

'Buzzing.'

Just then, the phone on the table suddenly vibrated.

Mio Takahashi picked up the phone and was taken aback when she saw the number on it. Then, her delicate brows furrowed and a serious look flashed in her peach blossom eyes.

"What's wrong? Is it Shiratori's?"

Haruno Reika, while biting into a skewer, noticed something was off about the expression on her face and asked.

"No."

Mio Takahashi shook her head, not wanting to answer, and hung up immediately.

However, as soon as I hung up, before I could even put the phone down, the other party called again.

After hanging up again, the other party persistently called back.

Seeing that ignoring it wouldn't work, Mio Takahashi pressed the answer button and, before the other person could speak, asked with a disgruntled expression:

"Hey, little radish head, what's up? You kept calling even after I hung up, don't you have any manners?"

"Watch your mouth, you vixen."

The girl's cold words reached her ears, and Takahashi Mio raised an eyebrow, about to retort, when she heard the other girl say:

"I need to talk to you about Shiratori Seiya."

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(End of this chapter)