My Romance Simulation with Them

Yes.

If you've never had it, you shouldn't feel regret.

If you haven't thought about it, you shouldn't feel disappointed.

Rikka Takarada lay back down on the table.

I don't know if it's because of the alcohol.

She closed her eyes and murmured:

"Perhaps I've had feelings for you for a long time..."

After she said that, she didn't speak again.

Because she could no longer speak.

Whether it's for Shinjo Akane or Nango Toki.

It's like a drunkard spouting nonsense.

I hope you don't mind.

I hope you will care.

[Ever since you helped Akane Shinjo overcome her trauma, Rikka Takarada has had a liking for you.]

She was delighted by her friend's change.

Similarly, she also felt that you had accomplished something she simply couldn't do.

Perhaps it was around that time that she began to harbor an inexplicable longing for you.

After that, your life-changing conversations with her changed her perspective on life.

The feeling of anticipation continues to develop.

She thinks being with you is also very nice.

[With the passage of time...]

This feeling didn't fade; instead, it grew stronger.

But she knew that this kind of feeling was something she should absolutely never have towards you.

But today, fueled by alcohol, she finally voiced this thought that had been hidden in her heart.

[But that was all it said.]

She remains the same as before: quiet, easygoing, silently watching over you, close yet not overly so—that's all.

When Nango Toki opened his eyes in real life, he felt a sense of感慨 (gǎnkǎi, a feeling of mixed emotions, including regret and reflection).

Rikka Takarada is different from the second female lead in several previous routes.

Although I have a clear liking for him.

But she didn't get close to him because of that.

But the more this is the case, the more it makes people sigh.

Nanxiang shook his head and continued looking down.

[Your relationship with Rikka Takarada seems to have progressed, yet it also seems to have regressed.]

Even someone with consistently high emotional and intellectual intelligence like yourself might find this a bit confusing.

The only thing that can be confirmed is that her attitude towards you remains the same.

In this situation, you can only temporarily put her matter aside and refocus your attention on your current career.

[The series "The Strange Black Sun" has concluded its run perfectly, achieving what can only be described as an incredibly impressive success.]

[It's worth noting that a 30.1% viewership rating is comparable only to many excellent tokusatsu dramas from the Showa era.]

[As a result, you and Akane Shinjo gained a large following within the tokusatsu drama community.]

Rikka Takarada is also considered one of the strongest tokusatsu actresses of the new era due to her superb acting skills and excellent delivery of lines.

[Nango Shinjo Tokusatsu Company thus officially got on track.]

[After the conclusion of "Monster Black Sun," you capitalized on its current popularity by releasing a theatrical version of "Monster Black Sun."]

[Thanks to your management and Akane Shinjo's assistance in promotion, a preview PV for the "Monster Black Sun" movie has been released. Maintaining the cool-toned filming style, the cool suit worn by Black Sun and the reappearance of Rikka Takarada have generated considerable anticipation among tokusatsu fans.]

While preparing for the theatrical version of "Monster Black Sun," you and Akane Shinjo didn't forget to lay the groundwork for your next project.

She will design the original character concepts, and you will be responsible for writing the script.

Unlike Kamen Rider and Ultraman, the characters and scripts you create do not inherit the same worldview.

[The Monster Black Sun is an independent world, and all subsequent works will inherit this distinct worldview, just like the Monster Black Sun.]

[Among them, Rikka Takarada plays a key role.]

Your writing skills were already honed and refined during your university years.

[Consistent creative work over a long period can keep your inspiration flowing freely.]

Under such circumstances, you easily created works such as "Demon, Demon!" and "The Demon of Echoes".

The former is a dark hero story that unfolds with a demonized protagonist possessing various superpowers, while the latter utilizes phenomena such as 'ghosts' and 'spirits' to create a supernatural hero story.

Your strong creative ability has led to outstanding achievements in your works, and has also brought substantial profits to Nango Shinjo Company.

Use this money to continue to grow and expand.

The renowned Japanese film and television review weekly, *Ishibashi*, commented: "The excellent prop production and perfect plot design make Nango Shinjo's success no accident. Countless people who want to follow in their footsteps must realize this—they possess unparalleled talent. Similarly, they have shown everyone that tokusatsu dramas have not declined in the Reiwa era."

In the past two years, the reputation of Nango Shinjo Company has greatly increased.

It's not just children who enjoy your dark superhero tokusatsu shows; many adults also watch them on TV in their spare time.

Nango Shinjo Company gradually came to be known as a major national tokusatsu (special effects) manufacturer.

As the go-to leading lady/lead actress for Nango Shinjo Company, Rikka Takarada has become a very famous actress.

[She's not only sought after for special effects films; some well-known movies have even invited her to audition.]

She hesitated a bit about this, but with your encouragement, she tried her best to play other roles, not just limited to tokusatsu dramas.

In your spare time, you'll accompany Shinjo Akane shopping around. She's never been one to sit still, and she'll often drag you to check out various stores.

Even when you're walking down the street, your striking appearance will attract fans who will ask for photos.

[You and she in the photo, both smiling brightly.]

She has completely adapted to the rhythm of living with you.

Whether it's cooking breakfast in the morning, helping each other with work at noon, going home to rest together in the evening, or occasionally addressing physical and psychological needs for comfort...

She's always so warm and welcoming towards you.

You would often hold her while watching the tokusatsu dramas you had painstakingly produced, and she would always have a satisfied expression on her face.

Her dream has been realized through your and her joint efforts.

The next step is to look to the future and think about tomorrow.

This year, you and she are both twenty-six years old.

Nanxiang Xintiao Company continues to grow.

You have produced many excellent films, and your novel understanding of tokusatsu has also injected fresh blood and vitality into the entire tokusatsu industry.

[In this year, the Japanese tokusatsu (special effects) industry saw a plethora of excellent works, but Nango Shinjo's tokusatsu IP always stood out from the crowd.]

[It is precisely because of this strength that you have not compromised the storyline of your works despite any capital injection.]

Your reputation in the tokusatsu (special effects) industry is growing, and it's gradually expanding beyond that industry.

Some people unofficially refer to you as the 'God of Tokusatsu in the new era'.

Meanwhile, after performing in numerous films and dramas, Rikka Takarada's acting skills have become increasingly mature. Many film studios, production companies, and talent agencies have approached her, wanting to poach her from Nango Shinjo Company with high offers.

Rikka Takarada refused all these requests and severed all contact with them.

Because in her eyes, the daily life she shares with you and Akane Shinjo is the most precious and rare thing.

She will still visit your house often, just like before, to watch tokusatsu dramas with you and talk about movies.

Time never stands still, just like rivers and seas; it never flows backward.

[Nango Shinjo produces excellent tokusatsu content every year. Unlike a few years ago when the company was just starting out, Nango Shinjo's development has now stabilized, and each department has its own staff for management.]

[Aside from needing to consider the script and character designs, you and Akane Shinjo are finally completely free.]

At the same time, looking back, you'll realize you're not young anymore.

After discussing it with her, you took Shinjo Akane to her hometown to meet your parents.

Your parents are particularly pleased with Shinjo Akane's poised and elegant demeanor.

You quickly set a wedding date.

This year, you are twenty-nine years old.

At 29, she remains incredibly charming, exuding a more mature and composed aura compared to her high school days.

You walk with her along the riverbank in your hometown. As you recount your past, she smiles contentedly.

She holds your hand tightly and whispers to you—meeting you is perhaps the luckiest thing that has ever happened to her since birth.

You gently stroked her cheek with your hand.

At twenty-nine years old... your eyes are filled with each other.

Everything is moving in a positive direction.

Chapters 145. Your story with her never ends (4000 words!)

The simulated life that has already begun will not stop, nor will it change.

Just like real life.

Time continues to move forward.