Do I really have a thing for female voice actors?

Walk through Akihabara and arrive at Ochanomizu.

This is a famous musical instrument street.

This musical instrument street, which is only a few hundred meters long, houses dozens of musical instrument shops of all sizes. The famous Shimokura Musical Instrument Shop in Tokyo is also located here, and Hina Aoki is a regular customer.

Perhaps because it's Christmas Eve, there weren't many people on the music instrument street. On special days like this, most people would choose more bustling and lively dating venues.

Therefore, even when they were together, there was absolutely no Christmas date vibe.

This is exactly what Hina Aoki hoped for.

To win over a man like Tazaki Toru, you can't expect him to be overwhelmed by the Christmas atmosphere; you have to showcase Aoki Hina's own charm.

Considering Hina Aoki's personal characteristics and Toru Tazaki's preferences.

Visiting a music instrument store was the answer Hina Aoki came up with after careful consideration.

Tazaki Toru doesn't have his own musical instruments; he usually uses the instruments in the music room.

It used to be because I had no money in my pocket; my pockets were emptier than my face.

Over the past six months, in addition to Bushido, Toru Tazaki has also taken on several jobs arranging music for other musicians, thus accumulating some savings.

Since I was already there, I decided to take this opportunity to choose a suitable guitar.

After all, it was a bit unreasonable for Tazaki Toru to always use Aoki Hina's instrument.

Although Aoki Hina herself seemed quite happy about this.

"Tazaki-kun, are you thinking of buying a guitar?"

"I have some ideas. I'll look around and see if I find something I like. Maybe I'll buy it."

"Then I'll be your guide, Tazaki-kun. I know this place very well."

Wandering around the guitar section, you'll see that each guitar has a price tag attached to its fretboard, between the strings and the fretboard.

All the instruments in the store can be tried out. Tazaki Toru's guitar skills are quite impressive. Every time he plucks the strings and plays a beautiful melody, it always attracts the attention of a small number of customers.

His seemingly aloof and handsome face, combined with the gentle melody, truly stirred the hearts of the young girls around him.

At these moments, Hina Aoki would involuntarily raise the corners of her mouth and stare blankly at Toru Tazaki.

Tazaki Toru is a straightforward person; once he makes up his mind about something, he doesn't hesitate.

After trying out three guitars, I made my choice and paid without hesitation.

On the contrary, Hina Aoki wandered back and forth in the accessories area, picking out small parts such as strings and tuners, thoroughly enjoying herself.

Even though her little accessories have already filled several drawers in the music room.

Just like ordinary girls like to collect cute accessories, collecting music-related trinkets is also one of Hina Aoki's interests.

The display case in front of her held various brands and thicknesses of guitar picks. Hina Aoki carefully selected and placed the picks she liked into transparent plastic bags.

Suddenly, as if remembering something, she turned to look at Toru Tazaki beside her, a sweet smile on her face.

"Tazaki-kun, do you remember the first time we met?"

As she said this, her beautiful eyes were fixed on Toru Tazaki's face.

“Of course I remember, it was when Miss Aoki came to the shelter to watch the live performance.”

Aoki Hina smiled broadly: "Tazaki-kun bought the guitar he wanted today, so I can finally give it to you."

"Here, this is for you."

Tazaki Toru subconsciously reached out his hand, and in his palm lay a pale yellow resin pick with the words "Aoki Hina" printed on it.

The girl had her hands behind her back, leaned slightly forward, and winked playfully.

"This was custom-made for me by the staff for my birthday before, and it's very easy to use."

"Thank you."

Looking at the pick in his hand, Toru Tazaki couldn't help but recall his first meeting with this girl. She had dropped the pick, and he had called out to her.

At the time, Toru Tazaki could never have imagined that nine months later, he and this girl would become such good musical friends.

After leaving, since it was still early, they visited many more musical instrument stores.

They whiled away the entire afternoon on this musical instrument street. Both of them were so passionate about music that they were almost obsessed, and neither of them found the time too long.

As they left the music district, the sky gradually turned crimson with the colors of the setting sun. Tazaki Toru accepted Aoki Hina's proposal and they went to Akihabara next door together.

The shops were filled with all sorts of things, and many anime posters with titles that Toru Tazaki couldn't recall.

The LCD TVs hanging high up in the store all play animated songs.

Perhaps one day, the songs written by Tosaku Tazaki will also be played in these shops on a rotating basis.

Arriving at a somewhat deserted street corner, the girl suddenly stopped and turned around.

"Tazaki-kun, give me my guitar."

Despite his doubts, Tazaki Toru handed over the violin case.

Aoki Hina, standing in front of him, took out her guitar right there on the street, stood in front of the railing at the street corner, and looked at Tazaki Toru with a bright smile.

"how?"

"What do you mean, how?"

"Does he have the flair of a street performer?"

After saying that, she picked up the plectrum and plucked the strings.

The wind, filled with the Christmas spirit and carrying a hint of pine and cypress scent, blew through her black hair and long dress.

The piano music and singing began simultaneously, and whenever she strummed the strings quickly, her left leg would lift slightly off the ground.

It was as if the rapidly vibrating strings were not the strings of a musical instrument, but a propeller attached to her body, lifting her into the air.

Occasionally, passersby would stop and linger, perhaps attracted by her sweet and lovely appearance, or perhaps by her piano playing and singing.

The girl continued to sing her original song, which Tazaki Toru had never heard before, with a confident and natural air, her smile showing no trace of timidity.

In winter, the sunlight disappears exceptionally quickly.

The crimson hue on the horizon vanished in an instant, paving the way for night.

Those sparkling eyes were so bright they were hard to look directly at; no wonder there were no stars tonight, they must have all lived in her eyes.

The girl plucked the strings of her violin, and the gentle evening breeze stirred up ripples around her ears.

"Tazaki-kun, are you listening?"

"I'm listening."

She plucked the strings again.

Are you watching me?

"It's crystal clear."

Do I shine brightly in your heart?

"Can I make your heart flutter?"

232. Miss Aoki, you've long captivated me. (Please vote with your monthly tickets!)

Nine months have passed since Toru Tazaki taught Hina Aoki how to compose music.

During this time, apart from attending band rehearsals, Hina Aoki never forgot about this aspect.

The purpose was to show him, to show him, the most charming aspects of Hina Aoki.

"Miss Aoki, you have long captivated my heart."

His voice, carried on the wind, naturally reached the girl's ears.

Having received a satisfactory answer, the girl smiled again.

Her fingers didn't stop; she continued singing the song that belonged to Hina Aoki.

Indeed, when it comes to Toru Tazaki, it's music that truly wins him over, more than looks or personality.

This same principle applies to Hina Aoki.

What she wants to be recognized for is not her looks, but her passion for music.

Doing what you love and having it recognized by someone you love—that's the double happiness that Hina Aoki desires.

Whether it's breast pads or a "winning bra," it's ultimately a form of protection she created.

Once these things are removed, reveal his true self.

Music was the only weapon Hina Aoki had left to use against him.

……

……

Hina Aoki put away her guitar, returned the case to Toru Tazaki, and beamed with a confident smile.

Her petite figure stood tall in the cold wind, letting the night wind blow through her hair. In the depths of her beautiful eyes, it was as if Tazaki Toru was etched into them.

"Tazaki-kun, how do you feel about the piece I composed?"

"I think it's beautiful."

Hina Aoki paused for a moment, then quickly composed herself, pouting slightly.

"Really, Tazaki-kun really needs to change his habit of not adding subjects when he speaks."

"Feel sorry."

Tazaki Toru apologized honestly.

"However, Ms. Aoki's singing and playing of the guitar truly made me feel very beautiful from the bottom of my heart."

"The sound of the zither is it, the sound of the song is it."

"People too."

The wind blowing on her seemed to solidify into a physical form in an instant, melting into cloying maple syrup, drenching her from head to toe.