My Romance Simulation with Them

"...They should...have brought it with them."

Goto Ichiri responded quietly.

Based on his memories, Nanxiang was actually not much different from ordinary young people.

Besides studying diligently, I also watch interesting videos online.

Since mobile phones are a frequently used item, I will naturally still bring them.

"Hmm...this is a bit tricky..."

When Kita Ikuyo saw that Nango hadn't replied to her phone yet, she couldn't help but tilt her head and suggest the next step: "How about we go directly to Nango's class and invite him?"

"Hey?!"

Not online, but in real life?!

Goto Ichiri, who is socially awkward, widened her eyes instantly, and her voice became hesitant: "I... I think maybe we can try again."

"Let's try again... uh... even if we can try again... but Senior Nango hasn't given us any reply at all."

Kita Ikuyo pointed to her phone, then looked at Goto Ichiri: "Why don't you contact him, Goto-kun?"

Although that's what she said, she actually had no hope for it.

After all, Nanxiang might have silenced his phone right now, or he might be busy with other things and can't take his hand to check it.

Otherwise, why wouldn't I reply to her?

It's impossible for Goto Ichiri to contact the other party and get an immediate response, right?

Kita Ikuyo had little hope, but still let Goto Ichiri give it a try.

In contrast, Goto Ichiri's way of expressing herself on LINE is much more subtle.

She carefully took out her old phone and then tapped on Nanxiang Shi's panda profile picture.

My fingers trembled as I typed out two overly simple characters.

[Probably dead: Are you there?]

There was no expression on the face, and the content was extremely simple.

No...it really won't work, Goto-san.

Kita Ikuyo couldn't help but shake her head as she watched, then pulled Goto Ichiri aside and earnestly began to teach him her techniques:

“No, Goto-san, when chatting on LINE, you should show your cute and charming side even more.”

"Huh? Is that so?"

Goto Ichiri, who hadn't chatted with others on LINE for very long, was stunned when she heard this.

"Goto-san, that's such a dull thing to say. 'Are you there?' It just doesn't sound cute, does it? And Goto-san, your LINE name is so unappealing, I think you should change it."

Kita Iku analyzed for Goto Ichiri, "If I were a boy, I definitely wouldn't want to reply to a girl who talks like that, let alone someone like Nango-senpai..."

Before she could finish speaking, she heard a 'ding-dong' sound.

[Tokyo's Number One Handsome Boy: Yes, what's up?]

"Hey?"

Kita Ikuyo stared blankly at the dialog box that popped up on Goto Ichiri's phone screen, her face full of astonishment.

Instant read? Instant reply?

no...

She looked at Goto Ichiri's phone screen and couldn't resist taking out her own phone.

The chat window between myself and Nanxiang is still empty, all alone.

I glanced at the messages, which were still in 'unread' status.

Experiencing the stark difference in treatment she received from Goto Ichiri caused an expression of incomprehension to appear on her beautiful, sunny face.

I don't know how to say it...

Although she didn't have romantic feelings for Nango, as a social butterfly with a cute appearance, the way she was treated differently by boys...

Kita Ikuyo had mixed feelings.

but...

Since you replied, that's a good thing.

Cheer up, Kita Ikuyo offered advice from the side: "Now that you've replied, don't hesitate, invite Nango-senpai now."

"Should we...invite them again?"

Goto Ichiri opened his mouth, looking somewhat bewildered and at a loss.

To be honest, just taking the initiative to talk to guys on LINE is already a terrifying step forward for her.

And on top of that, you also need to invite them to the school festival together...

Just thinking about that scene made Goto Ichiri feel dizzy.

"Don't be afraid, Goto-san, do your best!"

Kita Yuka was standing nearby, cheering her on.

"Waaah!"

With a sob in her voice and a face full of grievance, as if a knife were held to her neck, Goto Ichiri still tried her best to type out characters on her phone.

[Probably dead: Um... do you have time lately?]

[Tokyo's most handsome boy: Yes.]

It still reads and replies instantly.

This speed made Kita Ikuyo glance at her phone again.

After confirming that there was no news from Nanxiang, she finally gave up hope.

[Probably dead: If you have time, could you come to our class... We're having an event, could you come and see?]

pat!

The finger stopped.

Click send.

Goto Ichiri let out a heavy sigh.

That's all there is to it.

It seemed that she had already exhausted all her strength.

Next...

It all depends on Nango's reaction.

Kita Ikuyo and Goto Ichiri were looking at their phones, and at that moment, they were both surprisingly nervous.

This is different from previous reports.

This time, Nanxiang did not respond immediately.

Instead, after Goto Ichiri's LINE message was marked as 'read', she remained silent for about a minute.

Then--

Ding dong.

News came from the south.

Kita Ikuyo and Goto Ichiri looked over.

[Tokyo's Most Handsome Boy: Kita-kun is by your side? Was it her idea? She invited me to the school festival?]

"Uh..."

Kita Ikuyo and Goto Kazumi looked at each other, not knowing what to say for a moment.

Because Nanxiang's guess was far too accurate.

Kita Ikuyo felt as if the other person could see right through her, inside and out.

"What should we do next, Kita-chan?"

Seeing Nango's reply, Goto Ichiri opened his mouth, completely unsure how to continue the conversation.

The main reason was that Nanxiang Shi recognized her at a glance, which made her dare not make any rash moves.

However, this time, Goto Ichiri didn't even get a reply.

Then Nanxiang sent another message.

[Tokyo's most handsome boy: Don't overthink it. You're not the kind of girl who would invite me to a school festival. That's all.]

[Tokyo's Number One Handsome Boy: As for the school festival, after I finish helping with my class's things, I should be able to find some time. I can go shopping with you guys then. By the way, do you want to come along after the band performance?]

[Tokyo's Number One Handsome Boy: I remember there was an event in the gymnasium on the day of the school festival. Bands could participate as long as registration closed. Would you like to perform on stage, Ichiri?]

Gumbling—

A series of replies.

A long string of replies.

Kita Yudai was overwhelmed with choices.

She never imagined that Nango, who always smiled and didn't care about others, would say so much for Goto Ichiri.

But among these words, there was one that concerned her the most.

That is-

"The music event in the gymnasium during the school festival..."

Kita Yukiyo tilted her head.

She had actually heard that before.

Students can perform in the gymnasium on the day of the school festival by submitting a form to the student council.