How to raise a random guy's wife

He wanted to be remembered, but he didn't want others to be sad because of his disappearance, so he preferred to be hated rather than liked.

In this way, if he were to suddenly disappear one day, those who remember him would be happy, not sad.

He longs to communicate with people and hopes to be understood.

But... no one can understand.

Of course, no one could communicate with him.

until......

"Hmm... if we're going by what my friend said, I always give off a weak impression, or you could say I'm easily overlooked..."

["When we were taking graduation photos after junior high, I went to the restroom, and when I came back, the photos were already taken... without anyone noticing that one person was missing."]

"Perhaps it's because I'm very simple."

"His grades were average, he didn't participate in any clubs, and he's never served as class monitor or anything like that."

The girl before him revealed a subtle expression of loneliness, sadness, and resignation, conveying a sense of detachment from the world that even Kobayashi Sora herself could not describe or understand—a loneliness, helplessness, or perhaps... anger.

If we ignore her, she might just disappear.

Just like myself, I suddenly vanished without a trace.

So Kobayashi Sora opened her heart for the first time and confessed everything about herself.

I am in the same situation as you, the same loneliness, the same pain.

I will save you.

So... save me.

Kobayashi Sora always starts planning from the worst-case scenario.

If I can't exist with her.

At least... I can disappear with her.

Kobayashi Sora stared blankly at Kobayashi Megumi. He had long been aware of his wife's ability to see through people's hearts, but he never expected that Kobayashi Megumi could see through him to this extent.

"Megumi," Kobayashi Sora opened her mouth, "I..."

“Well…” Kobayashi Megumi’s fingers slipped between Kobayashi Sora’s fingers, then clenched them tightly. “You must have had a long journey, my dear.”

Her bright eyes reflected Kobayashi Sora's face. Kobayashi Megumi moved closer to him, pressed her lips to his, and murmured, "I've been waiting for you for so long."

Chapter 820 Cells at Work!

"It won't disappear." With her arms wrapped around Kobayashi Sora's neck, Kobayashi Megumi nestled against him and carefully pressed her own color onto his lips. "Sora won't suddenly disappear."

Kobayashi Sora embraced her slender waist. "Are you so sure?"

"Of course," Kobayashi Megumi said, biting her lower lip and blinking her big, watery eyes. "Would you really bear to?"

Kobayashi Sora answered her with her actions.

"Um...not here~"

"Is that not allowed?"

"Go...go behind the desk..."

-

"Time travel...it's been quite popular these days." The water god on the screen sighed somewhat boredly, "Of course I know, I am the water god."

That's great! Mayu Sagara loves the kind of performance by the Water God that stays true to the character's backstory.

With the emergence of more and more virtual idols, there are fewer and fewer who follow the established settings like the Water God.

Compared to the initial batch of virtual idols who attracted fans through character settings and role-playing, there are now more live streamers who use virtual avatars to broadcast live.

As the number of virtual idols increases, viewers are even starting to get used to this phenomenon.

As a result, more and more virtual idols are becoming less concerned about their original settings. The current Water God has a kind of fundamentalist feel, which makes people like Mayu Sagara, who has been watching virtual idols for a long time, quite nostalgic and fond of it.

The ever-growing number of fans of the Water Goddess also proves that there are quite a few people who share the same thoughts as Mayu Sagara.

Compared to virtual idols who sing beautifully and virtual streamers who are good at entertaining, Water Goddess's knowledgeable style and ability to tell all sorts of strange and wonderful stories makes many people treat her live streams like a collection of tales.

"Get hit by a truck and you can travel through time? It's not that simple." The Water God waved his hand. "Traveling through time is very difficult, and nowadays... even fewer people can do it. What do you mean by talking like I've seen it? I have indeed seen it. Someone who can travel back and forth between the modern world and ancient times, in today's terms, would be a middle school student. How could I introduce her to you? She's already settled in ancient times, and her children are all grown up."

Yes, yes, yes! Sagara Mayu was thrilled. This feeling of making a lie sound like the truth was the best.

“Where is the contradiction? I didn’t say she accomplished it using her own power.” The water god paused. “We can’t be too absolute either. Although she relied on the power of that thing in the early stages, there was indeed a time later when she relied on her own power.”

"Du Ruo's time-travel magic? Magic... you could say that, but even he can't travel through time." The Water God and the real-time comment exchanged views. "He has the ability, but he can't do it. The reason? The reason is simple—he's attached. He can't bear to part with everything he has now, so he can't leave this world and this time. To successfully travel through time, he must be prepared to give up everything he has now and say goodbye to this world completely."

Is that even possible? Mayu Sagara felt that this could be adapted into a good story.

"In situations like being hit by a truck, only by accepting one's death and being willing to start anew in another world can one travel through time. If one cannot accept their own death, even with the talent for time travel, it's impossible to complete the journey—so don't think that you can achieve time travel by simply crashing into any car you see." The Water God noticed the real-time comments. "Of course, talent is required. Everything requires talent, and everyone has their own talent, but not everyone can discover and utilize their talent. For example, people living in the tropics have a talent for skiing, and people living in ancient times have a talent for computers... Let alone using them, even recognizing them is a challenge."

"The same goes for the talent for time travel," the Water God explained. "That's why I say time travel isn't easy. First, you need talent; second, you need to accept your own death with equanimity and be prepared to start anew in another world; finally, you need a stroke of luck, to encounter the right opportunity, and you also need sufficient power or the corresponding special items... Will you be able to travel back after time travel? Of course, you can, but the difficulty will be two... several times greater. If you have any attachments, then don't even think about suddenly traveling back..."

The water god's ability to talk nonsense is truly remarkable.

Even the most absurd question can be discussed in a very logical and engaging way.

It sounds particularly believable.

Just like the real thing.

Mayu Sagara's phone vibrated; she had received a message from Megumi Kobayashi.

Just as the live stream ended, Mayu Sagara came to the president's office.

"Hmm?" With her nostrils flaring, Sagara Mayu glanced around in confusion.

Although there were no strange traces in the room, she still keenly sensed something unusual.

"Mayu," Megumi Kobayashi asked directly, "have you ever thought about creating a manga?"

Mayu Sagara, who had been about to ask if something had just happened, froze upon hearing Megumi Kobayashi's question. "This... um... how should I put it..."

Seeing that Eriri and Hashima Izumi are both creating great stories, it's impossible for Mayu Sagara, who is also an illustrator, to say that she has no ideas at all.

Although "Hara Takagi-san" is a spin-off manga, its heartwarming and mundane daily life still attracts a large number of fans. Reading it in conjunction with the "Takagi-san" manga offers a unique experience.

Despite its niche art style, "Mononoke" became a popular anime thanks to its excellent story and the perfect harmony between the plot and visuals.

Mayu Sagara saw this and participated in it, so naturally she also had the idea of ​​creating something herself.

but......

Neither heartwarming everyday moments nor profound stories are things that Mayu Sagara could accomplish.

"I can only design characters..." Mayu Sagara confessed somewhat resignedly, "I can't write those interesting stories."

“Story creation is actually quite simple. Once you master the basic techniques, you can create a decent story,” Kobayashi Megumi encouraged. “A decent story paired with excellent character designs is enough to make a manga.”

"Basic skills?"

"It's all about introduction, development, climax, and conclusion," Kobayashi Sora explained simply. "An excellent story has an attractive beginning, a smooth development, an unexpected yet logical climax, and a conclusion that people can accept. By combining and arranging these elements, you can create all sorts of different stories."

"You make it sound so simple..." Mayu Sagara's gaze darted between the two of them. "Do you... have something on your mind?"

“I feel this topic is very suitable for you.” Kobayashi Megumi handed the proposal to Sagara Mayu.

"Cells at Work!"

Chapter 821 Going to Eat Barbecue

"Let's go get some barbecue!" Akane Akasaka suddenly put down her sketchbook. "Let's go now!"

"Let's go get barbecue!" Xiaolin Lan cheered. "Barbecue!"

Machida Sonoko, who was discussing a collaboration with the Kobayashi couple, turned her head. "Huh? Why did you suddenly think of this?"

Originally, she just wanted a change of scenery, and because she was worried about Kasumigaoka Utaha and wanted to go further with her, Machida Sonoko left Shinazugawa and joined RER.

Unexpectedly, Kasumigaoka Utaha started to develop in the direction of producer and rarely created works. Since she was idle anyway, Machida Sonoko began to help Akane Akasaka with some simple tasks.

When she came to her senses, she had become Akane Akasaka's exclusive manager.

Not only do I have to worry about issues related to my work, but I also have to take care of things in my daily life.

Machida Sonoko tolerated it, considering that Akane Akasaka was able to keep creating good works.

Kasumigaoka Utaha forged a new path on her own, and looking back now, Machida Sonoko feels that she was a little too worried back then.

She treated Kasumigaoka Utaha like a child, but Kasumigaoka Utaha was no longer a child; she had long since become a capable person who could stand on her own.

However, Akane Akasaka is really childish and acts on a whim, especially when she's with Ran Kobayashi.

Akane Akasaka looked out the window. "Don't you think the clouds floating in the sky look like the smoke from a barbecue?"

Machida Sonoko sighed, "How can we eat with such a huge amount of smoke!"

"So," Kobayashi Sora thought for a moment, "it seems that Lanlan hasn't eaten barbecue yet, but she has eaten seafood barbecue."

That was back when we were at the beach.

Ran Kobayashi tilted her head. "Isn't it the same?"

"Hmm..." Kobayashi Megumi chuckled, "You'll know once you try it."

"Which restaurant do you want to go to?" Kobayashi Sora asked, picking up her phone. "I'll make a reservation."

"Whatever~" Akane Kousaka waved her hand, "As long as it tastes good."

Machida Sonoko sighed, "You guys really spoil her..."

“I was just thinking of eating there too. Eriri said she wanted to go before.” Kobayashi Megumi also picked up her phone. “I’ll call them.”

-

"Welcome!" the staff greeted everyone. "Please come in."

"I'm Kobayashi," Kobayashi Sora introduced herself. "I made an appointment by phone beforehand."

"Your private room is this way." The waiter led everyone to the room with a view outside. "Would you like to order some drinks first?"

"I want lemon black tea," Eriri said.