Aspiring to be a girl in a band

First came my happy childhood, enough to heal a lifetime, followed by a smooth-sailing high school life.

Next came a little episode about studying abroad. Although it was an experience I'd rather not talk about, it somehow started to seem beautiful through the lens of a "flashback."

Time passed second by second, and Aine saw her band members again.

This restored some of her senses.

Yes... everyone is still waiting for me, how can I collapse here?

But... the power of the mist flower, that irresistible power as if cast in iron, is something I cannot contend with even in my full state.

How can we... fight back?

Ai Yin thought of the word "gamble".

Wuhua is now more violent than ever before, but... looking into those scarlet eyes, Aine suddenly felt that Wuhua was also more vulnerable than ever before.

She'd already gambled once, so... what's wrong with doing it again? As for the stakes...

The biggest bargaining chip she could afford to throw away was her worthless life.

Ah... I'm sorry, Mom and Dad, for making such an irresponsible decision without my consent.

In short... after a brief period of thought, Aine simply gave up resisting.

Her struggling hands were calmly spread out, allowing Arakawa Kirika to abuse her body.

At this moment, Aine wanted to give a bitter smile, but she no longer had the strength.

Her pale face was gradually turning purplish-black, which clearly indicated that if this condition continued, her life would be as fleeting as a candle in the wind.

Ai Yin thought of it.

During band practice, I always complained about Lixi... She was working too hard on composing and practicing.

When teasing Deng, he would deliberately say things like, "You sang this little lamp too hard..."

In the end... this was truly the literal meaning of "desperate"...

How much time has passed exactly?

Just as Aine's consciousness was about to return to chaos.

She finally breathed the air she hadn't been able to breathe in for so long.

After being released by Arakawa Kirika, Aine's body immediately began to spasm, and she curled up in a ball.

This was the first time Aine had realized how precious that seemingly nonexistent oxygen was.

While breathing heavily, Ai-yin also unconsciously gagged.

Some acidic gastric juices, mixed with saliva, dribbled from the corners of her mouth.

Aine thought... at any other time, Kirika would definitely scold her for soiling her sheets.

But... after a while, Aine didn't get Kirika's pointing. She looked at the figure.

Arakawa Kirika squatted on the floor beside the bed, looking so lonely and dejected.

At that moment, Arakawa Kirika felt... like a complete failure.

She experienced her first defeat in life with this reckless idiot.

But... has she ever truly achieved a "victory" despite her seemingly undefeated record?

The reason she has always been victorious in life is simply because her opponents have always been those she has already subdued.

As she once said, the lamp never made any effort beyond its own capabilities.

But when she's lecturing, isn't she herself... always staying in her comfort zone?

Her greatest advantage was simply her family background.

It's like a naive child picking up an automatic rifle.

So, were the people around her afraid of her, or afraid of the gun?

Xiangzi was obtained through threats, as was Su Shi.

What made those girls bow their heads was simply the power behind her, not her personal charisma.

She possessed immense power, but lacked the virtue to match it.

Her self-righteous maturity is nothing but a joke.

...Arakawa Kirika's surprise discovery.

It seems that I really am as that pink-haired girl said.

From beginning to end, there has been absolutely no progress.

Not only did she not make any progress, but the people around her all surpassed her.

Arakawa Kirika gritted her teeth, wrapped her arms around her calves, rested her chin on her knees, and buried her face deeply.

Aine touched her neck, and even without a mirror, she was certain... there were obvious strangulation marks on her neck...

Hmm, how am I going to explain this to everyone?

It's summer now, so even if I wear a scarf to cover it up, it would look strange.

How to do.

Aine was somewhat troubled, but she was soon drawn to Arakawa Kirika's... weak and timid demeanor.

Even though it's not in "energy-saving mode," the current look of Wuhua, filled with frustration, is incredibly tempting.

Ai Yin felt as if she had seen a second light.

no no no...

Ai Yin quickly shook her head to clear her mind.

A momentary hallucination can indeed easily lead to misjudging the situation, but now... we can't let our guard down.

So Aine moved her feet again and slowly approached Arakawa Kirika.

Arakawa Kirika certainly noticed Aine approaching her, but... she was a little indifferent now.

He didn't even bother to show his disgust for Aine.

Ai Yin held her breath, pondered for a moment, and then softly spoke to Arakawa Kirika.

“I knew it… Wuhua couldn’t let herself become a completely bad person, so… she would definitely let me go.”

Can this be considered a consolation?

Aine herself wasn't quite sure, but these were her true feelings.

But Arakawa Kirika did not react.

So Aine continued.

"Um... I was wrong, I shouldn't have said those things, can Kirika forgive me?"

Ai Yin grabbed a strand of hair that was hanging down by her ear, then rubbed it in her hand to ease the awkwardness.

"If you turn back time by one hour, I will forgive you."

When Wuhua finally replied, Aine breathed a sigh of relief.

However, Aine thought about it again.

An hour ago... wasn't that before I even arrived...?

This childlike capriciousness is truly adorable.

But... at this point, Aine dared not push her luck any further.

She now understands how to get along with Arakawa Kirika very well.

So Aine continued to ask.

"Then... if someone could turn back time to an hour ago, wouldn't Wuhua hate me?"

By asking this question, Aine was trying to confirm Arakawa Kirika's attitude.

As long as the mist flower nods.

The preceding modifier, "If they could turn back time an hour," is completely unimportant.

As long as I get the answer that "I don't dislike you," that's fine.

But how could Aine's little scheme escape Arakawa Kirika's notice? So Arakawa Kirika just glared at Aine fiercely again.

"Get out, I don't want to see you right now."

Hmm... it wasn't that smooth sailing after all.

Ai Yin pouted, but obediently retreated to the doorway.

Because Aine noticed that although Kirika still had a disgusted expression, her tone was no longer as cold as it had been at the beginning. Today's operation was undoubtedly a great success.

Sure enough... even a tiger can be touched on the belly if the method is right.

Ai Yin opened the door with a smile.

"Then... what about Su Shishi's matter?"

This goes without saying; Arakawa Kirika knew what Aine was referring to.

"Whatever... I can't be bothered with it anymore."

Arakawa Kirika's response sounded weak and listless.

Ai Yin could barely contain her overwhelming joy.

Well... although I haven't heard Kirika say that she doesn't hate me yet, the most important goal of this trip has been achieved.

Phew... I'll have to make sure Su Shishi makes it up to me when I get back.

He had risked his life for her.

Ai-yin walked out of the room with a smile.

"I will not give up!"

Before leaving, Aine turned back and shouted this to Arakawa Kirika.