Joker's Band Game Story

(PS: This fifth episode is really... it's becoming increasingly difficult to predict how the plot will develop. All we know is that the ending involves making dumplings, and there's so little information available now. I'm starting to worry about what will happen next. With things going this way, it feels like the story will either turn out supernatural or supernatural, it's definitely not going to be ordinary, and it puts a lot of pressure on the creators.)

(PS2: If it weren't for the mother hen card in episode 6, Vadashi...)

Chapter Fifty-Six: Ai Yin's Private Tutoring Time

"Ah, you got here so quickly..."

"Isn't it because you sensed that you needed help?"

Ren Amamiya guessed that Aine needed his help after hearing her call, so he came over specifically to help her, and it turned out that she did indeed need his help.

Whether it's teaching her how to play the guitar or giving her psychological counseling, I have to do it all myself.

What? She'll feel at ease if I just say a few words? Then she wouldn't have made this call in the first place.

Ren Amamiya is quite good at judging people. Aine is a very resilient child. She only seeks help from the outside world when she really can't take it anymore, but at that time, it's definitely not something that can be reassured with just a few words.

So Ren Amamiya came to Aine's house. When Aine saw Ren Amamiya, she couldn't help but feel a little nervous, but also a sense of relief.

It's a sense of security that comes from knowing that you don't need to say much, and that the other person will understand you and appear in front of you to help you.

"Please come in, please come in."

Aine quickly took two steps back and invited Ren Amamiya into the house.

Ren Amamiya arrived too quickly, so she had to change into a T-shirt and shorts. Her straight legs were very fair, with a slight plumpness in her thighs and quite slender calves. Although she was wearing shorts, she also wore white stockings, which made her legs appear even whiter.

Her small feet, wrapped in white silk, were on the tatami mat. Her feet were small, and you could see that they were quite beautiful; in many people's eyes, they could be described as jade.

The upper body is a simple pink T-shirt with minimal chest movement, giving off a cute vibe, but the outfit paired with the lower body makes it seem more like a pure and alluring style.

"What's wrong... why are you staring at me like that?"

After being glanced at a few times by Ren Amamiya, Chihaya Aine felt a little embarrassed. She subconsciously covered her chest with both hands, looking somewhat nervous.

I wonder what he'll think of me dressed like this... Ah, I'm not wearing any makeup and I've just changed into a very simple outfit. Will he think I look a bit sloppy?

"Just finished showering?"

Instead of answering her question directly, Ren Amamiya took the opportunity to ask another question.

He placed the two instruments against the wall, took the guitar out of its case, and prepared: "Your outfit won't affect your guitar playing, but your fingers are more flexible after a shower. If your fingers can't take it, just say so."

Was she just assessing whether she was suited to play the guitar?

A faint sense of disappointment welled up in Aine's heart, but she quickly composed herself, picked up her guitar, and replied to Ren Amamiya with a serious expression: "I will try my best."

"That's good. Let's start extra training today."

As Ren Amamiya spoke, he took out another sheet of music and placed it in front of Aine.

"What is this piece of music?"

"Spring Shadow. Although the piece you're going to perform on stage hasn't been finished yet, this is a good time to teach you the basics. You can start by practicing Spring Shadow."

Ren Amamiya chose Haruhi Kage simply because the song was written by Touka, and this piece is very likely to be performed again in the future. Since she didn't know what piece to choose, she decided to just use this one.

Downstairs at Aine's house, Aine's father and mother looked up at the building with some concern.

"Coming here so late... Are you sure there's nothing wrong?"

Aine's mother asked Aine's father, expressing her concern that Ren Amamiya had come home so late.

Although the intermittent guitar music came from upstairs, she was still worried that something unexpected might happen between the two of them at this time.

"This is Aine's own choice, so let's not force her."

Aiyin's father was more composed: "Even if they are really dating, let them date. The child is already so old, it's time for them to date."

"Um...I'm just worried she'll be scammed by a guy..."

"If you're worried, then make two drinks and send them up to see how things are going."

Aine's father was no longer bothered by such things. After confirming Amamiya Ren's age and his actions, Aine's father was certain that he was not a boy who was there to scam money or sex.

That's enough. As for whether he will date his daughter... that's normal. They'll probably start dating in the next couple of years, especially since his daughter is in an all-girls school and doesn't see many boys. Now that she's finally met a great guy, it's inevitable that she'll have some thoughts about him.

If they're really dating, then so be it. Talking more will help them gain experience. Ai Yin's dad is used to this era; high school students who don't date are now a minority.

On the contrary, Aine's mother was a little worried. She took two drinks upstairs and knocked on the door. Aine inside immediately said, "Ah, Mom, please come in."

Aine's mother pushed the door open and saw Amamiya Ren and Aine practicing guitar together. The two were about a meter apart, which seemed quite safe.

"You've been playing for a long time, haven't you? Take a break and have a drink."

"Okay, thank you auntie."

Ren Amamiya responded with a smile, and his obedient appearance made Aine's mother blush slightly.

The slight sweat on her forehead from playing the guitar made her look even more harmless and sexy.

At this moment, Aine's mother's attitude towards Ren Amamiya immediately changed; she now found the child to be quite adorable.

The slight prejudice she had just felt had completely dissipated, and as she watched her daughter happily pick up her drink, she began to feel conflicted again.

As a mother, she worried that her daughter would be deceived by a boy, and that her daughter was too stupid to seize the opportunity.

"I won't bother you any longer, I'll be going now."

She left still with a heavy heart, but her thoughts were different when she left than when she arrived. Instead, she was worried that her daughter was not getting it.

"Ah~ This is so delicious! Mom's drinks are always the best!"

Even with sweat beading on her forehead, Aine was very happy drinking her cold beverage; she loved taking big gulps of cold drinks.

Anyway, it's a safe period now, so there's no need to worry about feeling unwell from drinking cold drinks.

Ren Amamiya also picked up his cup and took a couple of sips. He had to admit that the drinks made by Aine's mother were indeed very delicious.

This flavor is so good it could be sold in a shop! It has a very refreshing taste and just the right amount of sweetness, making it a drink that many girls would probably enjoy.

Unlike Aine, Amamiya drank very slowly, sipping each drop. Aine finished her drink in just a few sips, while Ren Amamiya stared longingly at the cup in his hand.

Would you like some more to drink?

"Ah, no need, no need. One cup is enough for me."

Upon hearing Ren Amamiya's question, Aine immediately waved her hand and replied, but the longing in her eyes betrayed her true thoughts.

“I’ve already had quite a bit to drink in RiNG, and I can’t drink this much more. I’ll share half with you.”

As Ren Amamiya spoke, he picked up his cup and poured half of it into Aine's cup.

It's not really appropriate to give your cup directly to the other person, so just pour it into their cup.

"Thank you."

Unexpectedly, Ren Amamiya still gave it to her. Aine couldn't resist and picked up the cup to drink the beverage in one gulp.

Ah... I feel like I've burned a lot of calories today, I'll have to exercise before bed tonight...

While satisfying her cravings, this small amount of calories also brought Ai Yin new troubles.

So thank you for your hard work! Me before bed!

"How was your rest?

Ren Amamiya looked at the two empty cups and asked Aine if she wanted to continue practicing.

They've been practicing for an hour already. In the past, Ren Amamiya would have already planned to stop, but now that they're doing extra practice, it means they have to keep working hard.

"Hmm... I'll try my best."

Aine responded immediately. After adjusting her emotions, she continued to practice guitar diligently with Ren Amamiya.

Although I haven't been practicing for very long lately, it shouldn't matter if I practice a little longer, right?

That's what she thought, but as it turns out, extra practice can easily lead to accidents. Ai-yin didn't have enough time to practice guitar, so...

"what!"

Aine suddenly cried out in pain. She looked at her fingertip, where there was a cut.

"You're bleeding... Do you have any band-aids or iodine at home?"

Ren Amamiya noticed that Aine's finger was injured and immediately got up to find a band-aid for her. When the band-aid was mentioned, Aine remembered the band-aid that Akari had given her before: "I don't have iodine, but as for band-aids... there are some in the pencil case."

However, when the topic of the band-aid came up, Ai Yin became a little embarrassed.

I wonder if Ren Amamiya would think I'm childish looking at all those band-aids...

Ren Amamiya didn't care much about that. Although the bandages had penguin patterns on them, his attention was on Aine's fingers.

"Stretch it out, I'll stick it on for you."

"Ah good."

It's better to have someone help you than to do it yourself, since it's really inconvenient to do it yourself, and it's not easy to put a band-aid on your left hand with your right hand.

She then reached out her hand, nervously watching as Ren Amamiya placed a band-aid on her finger.

Although it was just a simple band-aid, she didn't know why her heart was pounding so hard, like a deer's heart was racing.

Ren Amamiya, on the other hand, was completely focused and carefully applied the band-aid.

Seeing a small cut on Aine's fair hand, with blood flowing out, the red blood staining her white fingers looked unsightly. Amamiya Ren took out a piece of paper and wiped Aine's finger.

After wiping it clean, he carefully applied the band-aid.

His movements were very meticulous. He carefully aligned the center of the band-aid with the wound, and then slowly applied the two sides along the sides of her fingers.

She was very focused, and Aine was able to see Ren Amamiya's face up close.

A handsome face becomes even more handsome when he is serious. Looking at Ren Amamiya's face, Aine's face couldn't help but turn red.

Even if she were slow to notice, she couldn't help but feel a flutter in her heart at this moment, but Ren Amamiya didn't pay attention to her at all, and was instead focused on applying a band-aid.

It only took a few seconds to put on the band-aid, but it felt like a very long time to Aine.

After confirming that he hadn't pasted it crookedly, Ren Amamiya took two steps back, got up, and started packing his things: "How about we practice until this time today? It's getting late."

"Um... well."

Aine's face was flushed. When she came to her senses, Ren Amamiya had already packed up his guitar and was ready to leave: "Don't practice guitar anymore today. Let your fingers rest. You can continue practicing tomorrow."