My Romance Simulation with Them

Simply working part-time is clearly not enough to meet your and her living needs.

But the connections between people will not be severed.

The seeds of kindness you sowed before have now taken root and sprouted.

Regarding your predicament.

Not only has Ichi Seika of the 'Starry Night' performance hall expressed her willingness to hire Shinjo Akane, but Nishiki Chizuka and Inoue Takina of 'RicoRico' have also expressed their hope that you will continue to serve as the head chef of 'RicoRico'.

Even Hiroi Kikuri, the drunken bassist whom she had only met once, offered to help.

[Even though you've had little contact with them during this time because you've been dealing with Akane Shinjo's situation.]

But unlike Shinjo's parents, a gentle person will always be gentle, no matter where or what the situation.

You are well aware of this and express your heartfelt gratitude to them.

Your relationships with Goto Ichiri, Yamada Ryo, Ijichi Seika, Ijichi Nijika, and Ms. PA have deepened.

Your relationships with Manager Mika, Chizuka Nishiki, Takina Inoue, Kurumi, and Mizuki Nakahara have deepened.

Chapter 135. She caught you, just as you caught her (4200 words!)

Even in their presence, Akane Shinjo would subconsciously put on a facade.

But even she, who was good at pretending, was often moved to tears by their gentle treatment.

Since you arrived at 'RicoRico,' business has been booming. Even though it's only open every afternoon like an izakaya, it's still packed with people.

Your life with Akane Shinjo is gradually returning to normal.

Your LV4 top-tier culinary skills are enough to multiply 'RicoRico's' revenue several times over, to the point that customers usually have to queue up to get a taste of your cooking.

You no longer have to worry about money.

Although juggling studies and part-time work was busy, the time spent with you, even this busyness, seems to be a beautiful and unforgettable memory for Akane Shinjo.

"It's stable! It's really stable! It's getting better!"

Looking at the simulation instructions and feeling the memories transmitted through the simulation in his mind, Nango Toki breathed a sigh of relief.

It seems he should be able to break the curse of the phrase "everything seems to be going in the right direction" this time.

After all, he had resolved everything so perfectly.

Is there anything else to worry about?

Very stable!

I don't know how to lose!

Nanxiang continued looking down comfortably.

Then--

Everything seems to be moving in a positive direction.

“?” Nanxiang Shi.

Miss Simulator, what are you doing?

You really can't stand seeing others do well, can you?

Every time I feel better, you have to say something like that, right? Huh?

Nanxiang slapped the simulated text box in front of him.

The text box was shaking from typing.

This absolutely does not constitute domestic violence.

It's just that the simulator girl can be really infuriating sometimes.

but...

Since the word "seems" has appeared again... who knows what will happen next?

Nanxiang continued looking down.

[You resolved the financial issues and the relationship with your new parents in a near-perfect manner.]

The happy and peaceful life you enjoy now has given you a great sense of relief.

[You, focused on your studies and your daily 'RikoRiko' part-time job, didn't notice the changes in Akane Shinjo's mindset.]

In her world, you've repeatedly helped her solve her problems, effortlessly resolving all her difficulties.

It's as if nothing in this world can stump you.

This also makes her more dependent on you on a spiritual level.

She increasingly felt that without you by her side, she probably couldn't do anything.

Because when she removes her mask, she is so weak, powerless, and insignificant.

During the time she lived with you, she became even more dependent on you.

Later on, it even reached the point where I couldn't live without you.

Every morning, even if she can't see you, she feels anxious and afraid.

Even if it's just a few minutes apart from you, she'll feel palpitations and anxiety, and this anxiety will compel her to call you frequently.

[And you usually answer her calls directly, without the slightest impatience.]

However, this can only provide temporary relief.

She's so dependent on you, it's as if she can't live without you.

Even the thought of possibly losing you fills her with immense unease and fear.

She began to become sensitive, anxious, and suspicious.

However, to the outside world, she maintained an almost perfect facade.

But this disguise can fool everyone else, except you.

With 'RicoRico's' business stabilized, you can finally turn your attention back to her.

Her recent unnatural behavior naturally caught your attention.

You sensed her inner pain, unease, and even anxiety, but... it was too late.

The next option will inevitably lead to regret.

"broken."

In reality, Nanxiang sighed deeply when he saw these words.

So that's exactly how it is.

He had actually noticed Akane Shinjo's psychological problems before—it was almost impossible to avoid them.

Because it's different from his sunny and optimistic appearance.

Hidden beneath the mask, Akane Shinjo is essentially lonely and insecure.

It was fine when Shinjo Akane had the upper hand financially and even offered to support him financially.

At that time, Akane Shinjo was certain that she could maintain her relationship with Toki Nanago with money.

But later on...

After breaking with Shinjo's parents, all the money she had vanished.

Nango Toki also possesses the ability to solve all problems at once.

This naturally caused Akane Shinjo to doubt herself.

Was her existence dispensable to Nanxiang?

This questioning felt like a constant torment.

Over time, she will naturally lose her sense of self-worth and meaning.

It's like a parasitic relationship.

Akane Shinjo probably thinks of her now as a parasite living on him.

Nothing works.

Similarly, it doesn't make any sense.

All I know is that I depend on him...

This will only exacerbate her anxiety.

Nanxiang shook his head and looked back at the simulator.

This time, the simulator was very honest, even telling him the result directly.

The next option will inevitably lead to regret.

However, even though it may lead to regret, everything should still be done properly from beginning to end.

Nanxiang mustered his attention and looked at the options.

[First, inquire about her situation, show her great care and concern, and assure her that no matter what she does, you will completely accept her.]

[Second, it's over! It's all over! Start carefully choosing the design of your and her tombstone right away, so that at least you can die with some dignity.]

[Three, oh! Women! What a hassle! There's no other way, so let me put your mind at ease with my physical care!]

[IV. Personal simulation.]

"Sure enough, apart from option one and simulating it yourself, there are basically no reliable options."

Looking at this three-way choice that feels like a death sentence.

Nanxiang shook his head.

The second option allows you to directly choose a tombstone style, while the third option leads you down the succubus route, indulging in desire every day.

Honestly, if we could conduct a simulation ourselves at this point, there might still be a chance to turn the tide.

But looking at her pitifully low "heartbeat" value, Nanxiang Shi had no choice but to pick the best option among the worst and directly chose the first one.