Living in Tokyo, starting with a lifestyle-related job

"But no."

"Things aren't what you think."

Chitanda Mirai burst into tears, pounding her fist on Shinjiro Hakufu's chest in utter confusion. Finally, she lay helplessly in his arms, crying as she asked:

"Then why."

Please tell me why.

"Do you also think I can't cure this body, and that I'll end up like the female protagonist in the story?"

"I also want to get healthier."

"But that's just how my body is, what can I do?"

Even if it doesn't work in reality, at least it's fine in a fantasy novel.

"Why."

"Waaaaah~ Why can't even novels give me a happy ending?"

Kamishiro Shirofumi felt as if he had a fishbone stuck in his throat, unable to express his bitterness.

Hearing her sobs and her sorrowful cries, he felt an indescribable pain in his heart.

Shiro Kaede gently patted her back, comforting her:

"No, you won't end up like the female protagonist in the story."

Chitanda Mirai hugged Kamishiro Hakufu, sobbing uncontrollably, crying like a baby:

"Waaaaah~ If that's the case, then why did you kill off the female lead?"

Shiro Kaede patted her on the back and said very sincerely:

"It is because I have lost them before that I understand that there are some people in our life journey who are worth cherishing deeply, especially while they are still by our side."

"Otherwise, once lost, endless regret will overwhelm you like a tidal wave, and by then it will be too late to get it back."

"The purpose of writing this novel is actually to remind people to cherish the people around them."

Chitanda Mirai's eyes glistened with tears, like the brightest star in the night sky, or like soft dew in the morning light.

Her tears were not a symbol of sadness, but rather reflected the deep affection and determination in her heart.

Reflected in her tears, her face appeared even more ethereal and beautiful, her expression a mixture of morbidity and fragile beauty that evoked tenderness and affection.

She slowly raised her head, her moist eyes fixed on Shiro Kaede, every word she spoke conveying deep emotion:

"Then...do you want me to live?"

Her voice trembled slightly, yet was full of anticipation.

Kamishiro Shirokaze gently reached out and softly wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, nodding as he said:

"Fool, how could I not want you to live?"

"After all, we made a promise to stand together and watch the cherry blossoms."

These words seemed to open Chitanda Mirai's heart. Deeply moved, she burst into tears and said involuntarily:

"Kamidai-kun"

"I like you."

"I want more than just to stand with you and watch the cherry blossoms."

I still want to watch the sunrise and sunset with you from now on.

I want to see everything in this world with you.

Chitanda Mirai was stunned after saying those words; she hadn't expected to confess so directly.

Actually, all she really wanted to do today was to get closer to Kamishiro-kun so that he would realize that she actually had romantic feelings for him.

But things have come to this point, and Chitanda Mirai is no longer willing to back down.

She used all her strength to try to stand up from her wheelchair.

However, her strength was only enough to keep her standing for a short while before she collapsed weakly into Shiro Kaede's arms.

She reached out and gently stroked Shirokaze's cheek, unable to suppress her affection, and kissed him with tears streaming down her face.

Their lips were pressed tightly together, their breaths mingling, as if time had stood still at that moment.

Shiro Shiro could clearly feel Chitanda Mirai's trembling and anticipation; he was deeply shocked by this sudden confession and kiss.

He stared blankly for a moment, looking at Chitanda Mirai with a somewhat dazed expression.

For a moment, his thoughts were a jumbled mess, and the images of many people flashed through his mind, making it impossible for him to respond in time.

However, when he saw Chitanda Mirai's tear-streaked, determined yet tense face, and her soft lips, his hesitation and confusion gradually vanished.

Inside a room in the mansion.

Junko Urahara was sitting in the middle of the room with the other girls from the Literature Club, playing Monopoly.

After Maejima Rika rolled the dice, her character moved forward three spaces, and she discovered that it was the square where Kamishiro Erina was standing, which was the one for marriage.

She chuckled at Erina Kamishiro:

"Erina-chan, we're getting married!"

"Come on, give me a loving kiss!"

As she spoke, Rika Maejima pouted and leaned her face forward.

Erina Kamishiro covered her slightly flushed face with her hand, laughing incessantly:

"Yes, let's get married."

As she spoke, Erina Kamishiro pouted and pretended to want a kiss.

mua~

mua~

The two of them didn't actually kiss; they just pretended to kiss from a distance.

However, their action immediately made the atmosphere in the room cheerful.

Even Mizuno Maki and Watanabe Hina, who are not usually very cheerful, are like this.

Even Junko Urahara, who had been expressionless the whole time, smiled with a happy smile.

After the fake kiss, Rika Maejima giggled and said:

"I'm sorry, Erina-chan, this is the most I can do."

"Because I'm saving my first kiss for Kamishiro-kun!"

"Kamishiro-kun's first kiss was also for me."

Erina Kamishiro frowned slightly upon hearing this, but quickly relaxed and chuckled:

"Really? Then I hope you get your first kiss from Onii-chan~"

Of course, that's impossible.

Because she's already gotten Onii-chan's first kiss.

Erina Kamishiro was overjoyed.

I just feel that none of you women could ever win against me!

Upon hearing Rika's words, Watanabe Hina's lips curled into a slight smile:

"Let's talk about it after you start dating Kamishiro-kun."

But that's impossible.

Because the person Kamishiro-kun will ultimately love is definitely her!

Mizuno Maki's smile quickly returned to her usual cool demeanor, and she said softly:

"Weren't we playing a game? How did we suddenly get to this topic?"

Even when discussing this topic, Mizuno Maki felt that it was unlikely that Rika would be liked by Kamishiro-kun.

Because the person that Kamishiro-kun likes has probably remained unchanged since middle school.

Seeing Rika Maejima so happy, Shiina Shoko felt a pang of sadness in her heart.

She actually likes Kamishiro-kun too.

But since Rinka is my good friend, it doesn't feel right to compete with her for her affections.

After much deliberation, Shiina Shoko stuck to her decision. Looking at Maejima Rika, she said emphatically:

"Xiangzi will support Lihua!"

Rika Maejima rubbed her face against Shoko Shiina's cheek and giggled:

"I don't just like Kamishiro-kun, I also like Shoko the most!"

Shiina Shoko paused for a moment, then blushed:

"Eh?!"

Junko Urahara blinked:

"Why is everyone stopping? Are we not playing anymore?"

After hearing Junko's words, the members of the Literature Club came to their senses and all said they would continue playing.

However, while playing...

Kamishiro Erina said doubtfully:

"Why haven't Onii-chan and Mirai-chan come back yet, even after chatting for several minutes?"

Watanabe Hina didn't think much of it:

"They must be discussing matters related to the novel."

"After all, they both seem to really enjoy literature."