Aspiring to be a girl in a band

Just as Aine had expected, Xiangzi was indeed stunned and had no idea how to answer Deng's question.

"That guy should be back soon with little Lena..."

Xiangzi's eyes began to look out the window, clearly wanting to change the subject.

But Deng clearly didn't want to let it go so easily.

So she added.

"Saki...please answer me directly...I really want to know."

The lamp's expression was resolute, and her words were full of power, if one ignored the unpleasant content of her statement...

Sigh... Xiangzi sighed helplessly again, then turned to look at the lamp.

Because of the enlightenment she felt in her eyes as she looked at the lamp.

Since the lamps are already like this, how can I just do a perfunctory job?

So all she could do was... nod, her face flushed.

Now that this is confirmed, what kind of expression will the lamp have?

Xiangzi was a little hesitant to confirm, but she was also very curious about how the lamp would react.

Then she saw it.

The lamp simply smiled calmly, and then spoke.

"I see... Then I'll have to... speed up my pace."

Wait a minute... quicken your pace...

What kind of footsteps?

"Lamp...you absolutely mustn't be fooled by that guy. What's so good about someone who's basically a scumbag...how come everyone likes her...?"

Xiangzi's mind raced, but she couldn't find the answer to the question.

Even she, who initially had a negative impression of Arakawa Kirika, unknowingly fell in love with that bastard... How could she possibly have the right to lecture others?

Silence fell over the room for a moment.

Xiangzi and Deng each had their own little thoughts, but they could also understand each other... On the contrary, Aine seemed unusually awkward.

Aine was feeling rather awkward, thinking, "I should be under the car, not inside." To ease her embarrassment, she could only hope that Kirika would return soon to break the eerie atmosphere.

...The door to the activity room was finally pushed open, and Aine breathed a sigh of relief, thankful that the torment was over.

"What's going on here?"

As soon as she entered, Arakawa Kirika noticed the unusual atmosphere, especially the unnatural blush on Shoko's face that lingered for a long time.

It seems these three don't get along very well... but why?

Arakawa Kirika blinked blankly, then came to an "answer".

Oh... is it because the "head of the household" is not here that they seem a little uneasy?

Hehehe.

They really can't live without me.

If Xiangzi knew what Arakawa Kirika was thinking right now, she would probably launch a furious tirade.

"Nothing, just start practicing... Huh?"

Just as Xiangzi was about to steer the conversation back on track, his voice suddenly stopped.

Not only her, but also Aine and Akari noticed that very conspicuous spot.

So Aine asked in confusion.

"Why... is Rakuna wearing Haneoka's school uniform?"

Volume 1: Chapter 242 The Furry Cat and the Commentator

"It's obvious that I made Lena change into it."

Arakawa Kirika's tone remained completely calm, because she noticed that the pink-haired girl in front of her was starting to look a little strange.

"What is this...it's just so cute...can I take Ryuna-chan home?!"

Looking at Rakuna in Haneoka's school uniform, Aine didn't know what trigger she had, but she became dazed, and a strange heart pattern appeared in her eyes.

"Hiss~~~!"

Ryuna's reaction was also direct. She quickly hid behind Arakawa Kirika, hunched over, and only poked her head out, baring her teeth and making a faint threatening sound to Aine.

It's just a cat with its fur standing on end.

Seeing Rana's strong resistance... Aine finally came to her senses, but at the same time, she seemed a little disappointed.

"I see. I didn't expect you to be so thoughtful. Was it to avoid drawing attention to the child?"

Xiangzi rested his elbows on the table, his palms supporting his cheeks, and looked at Arakawa Kirika with a hint of a smile in his eyes.

That's right.

Arakawa Kirika honestly admitted this, without making a fuss.

"Then let's hurry up and start... huh?"

Just as Xiangzi was about to announce the start of the practice session, he suddenly realized that something was wrong.

How did this guy know that kid's physical data?

Seeing the perfectly fitting Haneoka school uniform on Ryuna, Shoko fell silent, her gaze towards Arakawa Kirika turning cold.

"Of course Lena told me, what do you think?"

Arakawa Kirika saw Shoko's sudden change in expression. The two were so familiar with each other's thoughts that she immediately knew what strange thing Shoko was thinking.

Eh?

Xiangzi was startled, then quickly turned his head to the side.

Oh right... you could just ask directly... why did I immediately think of measuring by hand...?

Xiangzi patted his forehead, feeling extremely ashamed of that momentary wicked thought.

"Hmm? This child's school uniform... isn't something a little off? Upon closer inspection, there seems to be a subtle difference in the colors?"

Xiangzi suddenly changed the subject.

Ah... now not only Arakawa Kirika, but even the most oblivious Akari can see it.

Xiangzi was trying to change the subject... Fortunately, no one pointed it out, which eased Xiangzi's blush slightly.

"Ah! I know that."

Having just been rejected by Rakuna, Aine quickly adjusted her mindset, regained her cheerful demeanor, and then, with a self-satisfied smile, puffed out her chest.

Hmm...that's how it should be.

Seeing that everyone's attention was focused on her, Aine showed a rare look of excitement from being the center of attention.

"I remember, Wuhua mentioned it... you know, Wuhua never actually wore a school uniform, she always had them custom-made..."

Eh?

Upon hearing Aine's explanation, Xiangzi immediately looked at Arakawa Kirika and then revealed a look of sudden realization.

I knew it... I always felt that this guy's clothes were different from mine. At first, I thought it was because she was tall enough that they looked so good on her... Turns out, they were completely different from the raw materials.

Wait a minute? What if this guy has never worn a school uniform...?

Xiangzi's expression began to become subtle.

"That's like constantly doing cosplay!!"

In the end, Xiangzi couldn't help but shout it out.

But then Xiangzi realized that no one seemed to be responding to his words.

She looked closely and saw that Arakawa Kirika, Aine, and Akari all had a thoughtful expression on their faces. Only the cat was still hiding behind Arakawa Kirika, but its head was peeking out, barely able to hide its curiosity.

Arakawa Kirika spoke.

"I feel like...this sentence sounds familiar?"

Arakawa Kirika said somewhat uncertainly.

The lamp nodded quickly.

"Indeed... I also feel that this sentence is very familiar."

Aine, who was sitting to the side, couldn't sit still any longer. She stood up and called out with a puzzled look on her face.

"You guys... you didn't do this on purpose, did you? That's exactly what I said before! Saki just happened to repeat it again!"

what! !

Arakawa Kirika suddenly made a shocked expression and stared straight at Aine.

"Shocking fact... I thought your memory would always be wiped out after seven seconds, but I didn't expect you to still remember things from so long ago... I have to look at you in a new light."

"...Why does Wuhua always subtly imply that I'm stupid?! I'm not stupid at all, okay? I'm third in the grade, and I'm very confident in my memory! Besides, I'm not a fish!"

...Holding her breath, she uttered such a long string of complaints, and Aine's chest began to rise and fall with her panting.

"Nice comment, keep up the good work, Aiyin. I'm looking forward to you taking over Xiangzi's job."

Arakawa Kirika seemed quite pleased with Aine's series of complaints, and even walked up to Aine and patted her shoulder rather solemnly.

ha?

But Xiangzi, who was standing to the side, immediately became unhappy.

What do you mean by taking over my job... You really think I'm someone to be roasted?

Just as Xiangzi was about to say something to prove that he wasn't a sarcastic persona, the cat, who had been silent for a long time, finally popped up.

"Aren't we supposed to practice?"

Lenai opened her round, heterochromatic eyes, giving her a rather innocent and naive look.

Finally! Yierlin Lingqisi Dad Group!