I, Aki Tomoya, will not be a simp.

The atmosphere here was already quite nice before Akane Akasaka came in, but now, because of this amazing person, the New Year's atmosphere is completely gone.

"Eh, Tomoya?!"

A small head peeked out from the doorway. Eriri couldn't help but gasp when she saw Aki Tomoya, while Kasumigaoka Utaha stood motionless outside the door.

Upon seeing a girl affectionately calling out "Rinya," Michiru Hyodou asked excitedly, "Rinya, who is that girl?"

"Alan?"

"Lun Ye?"

Eriri and Michiru's eyes met instantly.

Aki Tomoya coldly turned his head and asked, "Stay, or leave?"

"Wait, are you leaving?"

"It's good that you stay. Try to promote your talents as much as possible. Iori will help you."

Aki Tomoya whispered in Hyodo Michiru's ear.

His friend Iori Hashima told him that Michiru Hyodo has musical talent and that he would have the opportunity to collaborate with her anime-style band.

Aki Tomoya was truly impressed that they were lucky enough to stumble upon such a good thing.

But it's a good thing overall. With people who appreciate her and the backing of a large club, at least she can earn extra money. If Michiru Hyodo still wants to pursue her so-called musical dream, she can avoid having to work part-time to make a living at the same time.

Whether such funding can be secured depends on Akane Akasaka; Iori Hashima is ultimately just her subordinate.

Gaining his appreciation is not enough; the main thing is Akane Akasaka.

Therefore, Aki Tomoya still felt that Hyodo Michiru and the others should stay, as this was an opportunity.

"This is an opportunity, and those who fail to seize it deserve to be eliminated."

He warned Michiru Hyodo in a slightly cruel tone.

Michiru Hyodo, who was still concerned about Eriri, was completely blank at this moment. She had not yet processed Aki Tomoya's words.

Aki Tomoya deliberately lowered his voice, not afraid that others would hear him.

"Excuse me, Iori, I have to go now."

Aki Tomoya turned to Hashima Iori and said.

Outsiders naturally have their own awareness. Akane Akasaka's arrival immediately took the lead, and the positions of superior and subordinate became clear at a glance.

"I'm the one who should be embarrassed. Can I ask you for help with the sea trip?"

Iori Hashima responded awkwardly.

Things turned out completely differently than he expected; it was nothing like what he had imagined.

Even Aki Tomoya and Machida Sonoko, who had previously had an unpleasant encounter, have become on good terms again. Now, with the arrival of club representative Akane Akasaka, the nature of this gathering has completely changed.

The clubs surrounding Kasumi Shiko and Kashiwagi Eri, Akane Akasaka, and the Shinazugawa Bookstore where Machida Sonoko works.

Aside from Aki Tomoya, the only ones who could be considered unrelated are Hashima Saikai and Hyodo Michiru.

"Senior, are you leaving already?"

The junior student, Hashima, looked at Aki Tomoya with a puzzled expression.

The reunion after half a year ended too quickly.

"We shouldn't talk about work during the New Year's Day holiday."

Machida Sonoko muttered to herself, somewhat annoyed.

She understood why Aki Tomoya left; if the nature of the gathering changed, then there would be no place for outsiders to stay.

"Hey, don't think of me as a villain. I just came over to say hello."

Akane Akane sighed, pressing her forehead.

She came over out of curiosity to say hello, but was misunderstood as trying to claim the place as her territory, which is very frustrating for her.

However, Akane Akasaka was indeed tempted.

Such a great opportunity, all of it gathered together at once, including the main plan and the alternative plans. If we miss this chance, there won't be another one.

"It's a rare New Year's Day holiday, everyone please have a great time. See you another day, Eriri. Goodbye, Kasumigaoka-senpai."

"Excuse me, goodbye."

Aki Tomoya and Hashima went out to sea and left the room.

Before Eriri could stop her, Michiru Hyodo rushed out, intending to catch up with Tomoya Aki.

"Wait a minute! What if you fall asleep on our way back?!"

"Take the tram home safely."

"No, no, no, all our things are still at your house! My family and Alan's parents have already gone to our hometown in Nagano!"

It seemed like he had heard about this before, and only then did Aki Tomoya recall his parents' complete arrangements for New Year's Day.

"Yes Yes Yes……"

The group walked outside, and the room suddenly felt much quieter.

Machida Sonoko came out and said with a smile, "Ms. Kasumi Utako and Ms. Kashiwagi Eri, I didn't expect you to be here too. Are you here to discuss the adaptation? There's no need to rush this. I'll help!"

Despite the lingering redness on her face from the alcohol, Machida Sonoko was already fully engaged in her work.

She immediately guessed why Kasumigaoka Utaha was meeting Akane Kousaka here.

"It's not about adapting anything; I was just invited out."

Kasumigaoka Utaha explained with a calm expression, though her eyes were still fixed on the departing figures.

Machida Sonoko's eyes narrowed, then she smiled helplessly and said, "Is that so? I understand."

At this moment, Machida Sonoko thought that Kasumigaoka Utaha was telling her not to get involved. She took a deep breath, a hint of weariness flashing in her eyes, and then, for some reason, breathed a sigh of relief.

“I understand… I remember there was some work left before the New Year. Excuse me, I’ll take my leave now.”

Chapter 121 Move Itself (3/4)

"Did I mess up?"

Akane Akasaka asked Iori Hashima, "Honestly, I didn't expect things to turn out this way."

Aki Tomoya left so decisively, Machida Sonoko suddenly became so tired, and her subordinates also looked troubled.

It seems like the best outcome would be if such a chance encounter didn't happen.

"After all, Tomoya is an outsider now."

"Iori Hashima said helplessly, looking alone at the desolate room."

He wants to leave, but definitely not now, but much later.

After all, no one could have predicted such an accident.

"Hehehe, but that group of people followed someone outside the circle and left, even Yuanzi. How interesting."

Akane Akane smiled as she turned to look at Utaha Kasumigaoka.

"Ms. Kasumiko, you messed it up too!"

Just now, Machida Sonoko was trying her best to help Kasumigaoka Utaha win over, but after being rejected, she was still able to leave in silence, which made Akane Akane look at her with new respect.

Kasumigaoka Utaha frowned slightly upon hearing this: "If it's Ms. Machida, there won't be any problem."

"Yes, with such a good editor like Yuanzi, Ms. Xia Shizi is truly enviable."

Akane Akane didn't know if Kasumigaoka Utaha had figured it out, but she knew that no matter how much Machida Sonoko valued Kasumigaoka Utaha's abilities or how much she liked the author, Machida Sonoko was still a human being.

"Excuse me, I must take my leave now."

Kasumigaoka Utaha said softly, "There's no need to continue now."

As for her answer in the other room, she chose to keep it to herself.

Seeing Kasumigaoka Utaha leave, Eriri immediately chased after her.

Meanwhile, on the streets of Tokyo, Tomoya Aki, along with Michiru Hyodo's band and Izumi Hashima, were walking towards the train station.

"I want to go to Sky Tree!"

"Fool."

"Here we go again. It's only 7:30. Are we really going back already?!"

Michiru Hyodo was quite dissatisfied. She hadn't even finished enjoying the kaiseki meal, and now she was standing in the cold wind on the streets of Tokyo.

However, at this moment, Aki Tomoya suddenly stopped in his tracks: "Is this what I meant by you being an idiot? Go and get to know some people who can help you. People like you, if you have Akane Kousaka's appreciation, it's much better than working part-time!"

"But what will I do without you? I don't understand anything!"

Michiru Hyodo clenched her fists and retorted.

"Don't overestimate me, I'm terrified. You left us there and made me talk to that woman. What do you want me to say?"