Tokyo Sick Girlfriend

Chapter 57 Apology
"Takahashi-san, I feel like I have no reason to exist anymore."

"what?"

Sitting in the corner of the empty classroom, Mio Takahashi was taken aback by the words of the girl in front of her.

Peach Blossom's eyes widened, and she quickly grabbed her arm, saying:
"What's bothering you? Why are you suddenly saying things like this, Nagata..."

Realizing there was a problem with her explanation, Nagata Nanase shook her head and explained:
"No... I mean, Takahashi-san, you can learn well without me now, so I probably can't help you with anything now."

Mio Takahashi's progress was truly beyond her expectations. She never imagined that in just two weeks, the student who had previously been a complete failure in her studies could now answer test questions and provide explanations and insights into various plots that were no worse than her own.

Mio Takahashi could never have achieved what she has now by relying solely on the time she spent learning at school.

That means she must have worked hard in private, so I don't even have the motivation to urge her on.

"Huh? How could that be?"

Mio Takahashi scratched her head and said:
"I've actually gotten used to studying, doing practice problems, and discussing things with you, Nagata. If I had to say what the significance is, it's probably more of a psychological thing. After all, if someone who's willing to work hard and move forward with you suddenly disappears, I definitely wouldn't be able to accept it in a short period of time."

"..."

Upon hearing this, Nagata Nanase opened her mouth, then, realizing what she meant, smiled slightly and said:
"In that case, Mr. Takahashi, you won't need to pay me tutoring fees anymore."

Nanase Nagata usually has a cold face and rarely smiles, which made Mio Takahashi pause for a moment.

Then it dawned on me, and a voice inside me cried out.

No need to pay!
It's free now!
This way, I can save another 100,000 yen a month, bringing me one step closer to paying off my loan sooner!
But outwardly, he still wore an embarrassed expression and said:
"That's not a good idea. I feel like you've actually been a great help to me."

"Need not."

Nanase Nagata shook her head, seemingly not wanting to dwell on the topic any longer, and asked the question that had been on her mind:

"Takahashi, have you had any insights lately? I feel like you've made a lot of progress recently."

"Insights?"

Mio Takahashi was taken aback by her question, and after hesitating for a moment, she replied:
"I don't really have any insights, it's just that I've been watching a lot of movies lately and practicing some basic acting skills repeatedly, so I have a better understanding of these things."

Although the words were on the tip of my tongue, I still didn't plan to tell the other party that I had participated in a special training course, not because I didn't trust them or anything.

I just feel that if I mention attending training, it's as if my efforts have been cut off, and I wonder if the other person will think, "Oh, so you made such great progress because of training."

If you have this kind of thinking, wouldn't all your efforts be negated?

Moreover, driven by vanity, Mio Takahashi subconsciously craves praise, the kind that can be given an unlimited number of times.

However, upon hearing this, Nagata Nanase frowned and asked directly:

Are you really planning to pursue a career as an actor?

"Ah."

Seeing her nod firmly, Nagata Nanase couldn't help but look her up and down again.

It has to be admitted that Mio Takahashi is quite stunning in both looks and figure; she just looks like a celebrity…

Even so, Nanase Nagata couldn't help but remind her:
"You should think this through. If you put all your effort into this, things might not go as smoothly as you imagine."

"What do you mean?"

"Takahashi-san, what do you think is the most important thing for an actor?"

"Looks? Acting skills?"

"None of it is right."

Nanase Nagata said seriously:
“It’s an opportunity.”

"Without opportunities and platforms, no matter how good your acting skills are, you won't have a chance to showcase them."

"Not to mention you're from the literature department, even among our own students who dream of becoming actors, people would fight tooth and nail for a minor role that only lasts a few seconds."

"Only when you have the opportunity to act can you start talking about your dreams."

"..."

Upon hearing this, Mio Takahashi recalled the words that Seiya Shiratori had said to her, and a strange feeling welled up in her heart.

Is he writing screenplays specifically for himself...?

Shiratori Seiya, you bastard...

For a moment, Mio Takahashi even forgot to consider whether he could actually write a good script.

He had probably considered what Nagata had said long ago. He was afraid of being sidelined because he didn't have a formal acting background, which is why he proactively started learning screenwriting…

The joy in her heart shone through her smile. Mio Takahashi was about to say something when suddenly the cell phone on the table buzzed twice.

When I opened the chat interface, I was surprised to find that it was Hojo Shione who was sending me a message.

After making up a random excuse to send Nagata Nanase away, Takahashi Mio opened Hojo Shione's message.

The line of text above came into view.

"We haven't had a chance to meet lately, and it's been a long time since we chatted. Takahashi-san, how did things go about what happened last time?"

Did you finally give in and send yourself a message?
As if she had won some kind of victory, Mio Takahashi's eyes were red with excitement, like the red maple leaves of autumn.

Even though the other person couldn't see her, she still showed her most sincere smile and typed a reply:
"About last time? You mean the one about Kiyoya's first love?"

"Yes, I'm a little curious."

"I don't know what happened, but it seems like everything's alright. She's no longer at our school."

Mio Takahashi wasn't lying, but Shione Hojo's face darkened as she looked at the message.

This female peacock only knows how to compete for attention...

Shiratori Seiya must have had something happen between him and Hasegawa Saori, otherwise he wouldn't be so calm.

If the relationship between two people is completely innocent, then Saori Hasegawa simply wouldn't be able to resist talking to him.

Her current behavior is like that of a child who has received some great benefit and is afraid that someone will take it away, so she pretends to be mute and doesn't say a word.

Hojo Shione had a vague sense of foreboding.

Saori Hasegawa may have already gotten what she wanted, which is why she doesn't reply to her messages at all.

Although she felt that Shiratori Seiya would not agree to her right away, after all, Takahashi Mio was there, which was why she was originally willing to let the two of them meet.

Of course, the more important purpose was also to see just how much Shiratori Seiya could do for Hasegawa Saori...

But now it seems to have exceeded my expectations...

That stupid peacock.

Hojo Shione couldn't help but curse Takahashi Mio again, but she was too lazy to waste any more words on her.

Sitting in the office's break room, Hojo Shione took a deep breath, frowned, and thought carefully for a moment before finally taking out her phone, opening Shiratori Seiya's chat interface, and sending a message:

"I'm sorry, Kiyoya..."

?

In the living room, Shiratori Seiya sat on the sofa, placing the LV2 script he had just redeemed on the table.

He was just about to call the producer he had contacted before, wanting to prepare for his future career as a producer.

However, as soon as she opened her contacts, a seemingly random apology from Hojo Shione popped up at the top of the screen.

With a furrowed brow, just as he was about to send a question mark, Hojo Shione sent another message.

"I recently heard about the kendo club at your school from Ms. Takahashi. I'm sorry, I shouldn't have told Hasegawa about your relationship."

?

Shiratori Seiya's brows furrowed even deeper.

Did you hear it from Mio Takahashi?

Why did Mio Takahashi tell her about this?
I had shown myself the almost blank chat history between the two of us before.

So when did Mio Takahashi tell her?
Narrowing his eyes, Shiratori Seiya sensed that things were not so simple. He buried the question in his heart for the time being and thought for a moment before saying:

"I understand. Is there anything else?"

Hojo Shione: Um, she didn't cause you any trouble, did she?

"Shiratori Seiya: It's alright, she just made a few requests, which I agreed to."

"Hojo Shione: A request? Isn't that a bit too much? This is my fault, I can help take responsibility..."

"Seiya Shiratori: I promised to marry her."

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