Aspiring to be a girl in a band

"...Never mind if you don't want to talk about it."

Clearly, Arakawa Kirika has no intention of making any guarantees.

"Okay, okay, I'll say it, alright?"

Seeing that Wuhua's expression turned unhappy, Aine ultimately chose to compromise.

But... since Wuhua didn't promise not to get angry... she'll have to carefully consider her words.

"The first thing I hate about Wuhua is... because you're always so merciless, mocking people without considering their feelings at all, and always calling them 'stupid dogs.' I'm not stupid at all, okay? My final ranking was only below yours and Xiangzi's, so being third place doesn't make me 'stupid' at all..."

"The first point..."

Arakawa Kirika's expression became somewhat subtle.

Compared to the long string of words that followed Aine, she was clearly more concerned about the first half of Aine's sentence.

Since Aine mentioned the words "first point," it means... her criticism of herself has only just begun, hasn't it?

"Hmm... Secondly, Kirika is always very assertive and unwilling to show weakness at all. Even when praising someone, she seems particularly awkward... Of course, I'm talking about the past. If Kirika had been as frank as she is now from the beginning, my love for Kirika would definitely be doubled! Hmm... But thinking about it carefully, it seems impossible to double it."

Ok?

Arakawa Kirika originally intended to listen to Aine's speech silently, but the last half of her statement was so intriguing that she couldn't help but ask.

"Why...can't we double it?"

Arakawa Kirika's eyes widened; after losing their sharpness, all that remained in her red pupils was a dreamlike, unreal beauty.

"Because... their love for Kirika has reached its limit... even if it's doubled, it's still infinite..."

Ai Yin blushed and spoke haltingly.

She seemed to realize just how shameful her words were, so she immediately lowered her head after speaking, not daring to look Arakawa Kirika in the eye.

That idiot!

Arakawa Kirika couldn't help but feel ashamed of Aine's lewd words, and even her face turned red.

This is an extremely rare sight of her being shy.

Arakawa Kirika looked at the pink-haired creature in front of her and found it all very unbelievable.

If she hadn't known Aine's family background very well, she would have suspected that this pink-haired guy was some spoiled brat and a seasoned player in love.

How many girls must one have flirted with to be able to say such smooth lines so naturally...? It even seems like they're more skilled than I am...

Isn't this clearly an attempt to embarrass me?

That idiot.

The awkward atmosphere lasted for a while, until Aine finally calmed down and continued to speak.

"As for the third point..."

Before Aine could finish speaking, Arakawa Kirika impatiently interrupted her.

"Wait a minute?... Why is there more?"

Volume 1: Chapter 209 The Date in Progress (Two Volumes Combined)

"Well……"

Seeing Arakawa Kirika's expression, Aine thought for a moment, then immediately changed her words.

"Well... if Kirika doesn't want to hear it, then let's just forget about it."

Aine shrugged as she spoke.

But Arakawa Kirika did not become happy.

This idiot... he actually dared to play the love-hate game with me.

Arakawa Kirika gritted her teeth, feeling a pang of discomfort... but she ultimately shook her head, choosing to let Aine continue speaking, as for the reason...

If she doesn't let the other person speak at a time like this... wouldn't that make her seem petty?

So even though she was very unwilling, Arakawa Kirika could only patiently listen to Aine continue to list her shortcomings.

……

"So...they'll continue talking then?"

Ai-yin cautiously probed.

Arakawa Kirika nodded expressionlessly.

So Aine continued.

"Thirdly... I, Wuhua, always force myself, which is something people also hate."

Arakawa Kirika was puzzled by what Aine said.

This guy... what nonsense is he talking about?

When did I ever force myself to do something?

Seeing the puzzled look on Arakawa Kirika's face, Aine immediately continued to explain.

“Being a good child…is very difficult for Kirika, right…After all, it’s a personality that has been formed over a long period of time. If she suddenly wants to change, the effort she has to put in is unimaginable to others. I think Kirika must be very tired…right?”

……

Arakawa Kirika sighed; she was now somewhat regretting agreeing to go on a date with this pink-clad guy.

It's always the same; what she thinks she's hiding so well is always exposed by this pink-haired idiot.

Even Xiangzi and Mu Tou never doubted this.

But it has to be this guy... Why is his sense of smell always so sharp? Does he really have the talent to be a great detective?

"So... even if you find out, what do you want to do?"

This time, Arakawa Kirika did not avoid the question, because she was indeed close to her limit.

She wanted to be gentle with Xiangzi and Mutou, but that also meant she had to fight against her own terrible nature. Normally it was fine, but in every night when she was alone, those dark thoughts would always resurface in her mind.

She was afraid that one day she would lose control again and do something to hurt Mu Tou and Xiang Zi.

……

Ai Yin gently shook her head.

"I'm just curious... why Kirika is so determined to change for the better... Although my words may have had some effect, I'm not so arrogant as to think that my words can completely change Kirika."

Do you need to answer?

Arakawa Kirika asked herself honestly, she wasn't actually against Aine's question, but... she wasn't entirely sure about the answer herself.

Should I try to fool her? No… that won’t work either. This pink-clad girl is too perceptive; I can’t hide anything from her.

After a brief moment of thought, Arakawa Kirika finally spoke slowly.

"I don't know... To be honest, I don't care."

Aine blinked, looking somewhat dazed, clearly not expecting Kirika to say that.

"Doesn't matter?"

"Yeah, it doesn't matter... Whether I'm a good person or a bad person, it doesn't matter to me."

Now it was Aine's turn to be at a loss.

She still didn't understand, so she immediately asked again.

"If being a good person or a bad person doesn't matter to Wuhua... then why did Wuhua ultimately choose the side of the [Light]?"

...Arakawa Kirika remained silent for a long time this time.

But Aine has always been very patient, so she just quietly stayed by Arakawa Kirika's side, preparing to fulfill her duties as a listener.

Countless images flashed rapidly through Arakawa Kirika's mind... She really found it incredible that as long as she was a little gentle, the girls around her could show such beautiful smiles.

Since it doesn't matter whether you're a good person or a bad person, then choose to be a good person.

"Because... if they are good people, they will be happy."

Arakawa Kirika finally said.

...Just as I expected.

As Ai listened to Wuhua's answer, a smile unconsciously curved upwards at the corners of her lips.

Wuhua is such a gentle being; from beginning to end, she could never truly become a bad person.

Ai Yin thought to herself, then sighed, her eyes filled with pity as she looked at Wu Hua.

"But if that's the case... it will really be tough for Kirika... she'll have to constantly fight against her own nature, and it'll be a long battle until the moment of death."

"So, you mean I, Arakawa Kirika, will lose?"

Arakawa Kirika did not answer Aine directly, but instead posed a question in return.

"No way... It's because Kirika is the strongest. Even if my opponent is me, I think Kirika will definitely win in the end."

Aiyin replied with a smile.

That's more or less.

Arakawa Kirika nodded in satisfaction. If this pink-haired idiot really dared to "pity" her, she was sure she would teach this arrogant brat a lesson today.

"but……"

At this moment, Aine spoke again.

Arakawa Kirika's expression immediately turned to confusion.

She was very curious about what else Aine had to say.

"No matter how strong a person is, there will always be times when they want to rely on someone, right...? Even Xiangzi chose to rely on Wuhua..."

Arakawa Kirika's expression grew increasingly confused... She really didn't know what Aine meant.

Seeing Arakawa Kirika's expression, Aine felt a little helpless. It seemed that... she had no choice but to speak frankly.

So Aine took two deep breaths and finally mustered up her courage.

"What I mean is... if Wuhua can't hold on any longer... she can come and rely on me."