Tokyo Soft Rice King.

To give an example, it's like adding gorgeous flower background effects to the heart-fluttering scenes between the male and female protagonists in a shoujo manga, which makes girls 'special' these memories.

Then the people who appear in this memory become 'special people'.

Then you become more and more concerned, think about him more and more, until your mind is filled with him, and you've already fallen hopelessly in love.

Thankfully, I'm only at the stage of being attracted to someone...

But she knew that Zhencheng had little patience for this kind of thing.

Makoto Hikawa was initially worried that if Akira Kuroba discovered Makoto's weakness, Makoto would be at his mercy.

But it seems that before that, Makoto will have to fall in love with Akira Kuroba first.

At this moment, Hikawa Makoto had already considered the 'worst possibility,' which would completely shatter the sisterly relationship that was currently barely holding on.

Absolutely not...

The only thing we need to avoid is a 'sisterly rivalry' scenario!

So Makoto Hikawa interrupted as if she couldn't read the room at all.

"Just accept the real orange. Anyway, this guy became famous because of his published light novel and made a lot of money. Buying you a pair of shoes is just a drop in the ocean for him."

Kuroba Akira echoed this.

"That's right. I'm practically a millionaire for a high school student right now! So I'm not buying this for you out of bravado. So please accept it with a relaxed attitude, Saionji-kun."

"Ah... light novels? You mean illustrated paperback novels, right? I've seen them in bookstores, the covers are really nice."

This led the conversation to the topic of 'Kuroba Akira wrote a light novel'.

"Saionji-san, haven't you read any light novels?"

"Well, my father doesn't allow me to read these kinds of mindless novels... Ah, it's not that I think they're mindless, it's just that my father said so... I'm sorry..."

Just like the previous class monitor, it seems that these large families keep their children's education away from this kind of entertainment reading material.

"..."

Hikawa Makoto frowned again, biting her lower lip hard with her teeth, revealing an expression of guilt and distress.

Because she was standing to the side and behind Saionji Machi, Saionji Machi didn't see her, but Kuroba Akira, who was standing opposite Saionji Machi, did.

"I didn't expect you, Kuroba-kun, to have such talent. You're still a high school student and you've already become a professional writer, and you've even made a lot of money. That's amazing!"

"It's alright... Hmm? Kuroba-kun?"

Akira Kuroba noticed that Makoto Saionji had changed how she addressed him.

The closeness of relationships between most Japanese people can often be seen from how they address each other, much like a level of favorability, which is quite convenient, though not always accurate.

However, Saionji Mato was still very 'standard' in this regard. It was just that going from 'classmate' to 'kun' was a huge step forward in their relationship, so he said it with his hands behind his back, somewhat embarrassed.

"Um... now that we're friends, I was thinking of calling you something a little more intimate... is it okay if I call you that?"

"No, no, of course you can! Does that mean you're willing to accept it, Saionji-kun?"

"Hmm... I think even I wouldn't refuse a friend's kindness... And, Kuroba-kun, since we're already friends, just call me by my name."

"No problem, then I'll just call you Zhen Cheng?"

Saionji Machen nodded, then straightened up again and said.

"Yes... I am Zhen Cheng."

This statement is practically a form of 'self-suggestion'.

Kuroba Akira scratched his head, reached over Saionji Makoto's shoulder, and made a suggestion to Hikawa Makoto.

"Then let's go buy what Makoto wants next, shall we?"

"..."

Hikawa Makoto rolled her eyes. This guy actually changed how he addressed her from "Hikawa-kun" to "Makoto" so naturally. He's really good at taking advantage of people's connections.

However, Hikawa Makoto had already accepted Kuroba Akira's invitation, and since she was going to join anyway, she might as well accept the reward.

"...Then let's go to Donghe Records. Just buy me an album."

The musical instruments were too expensive, and it was definitely impossible for Kuroba Akira to pay for them. Besides, with Makoto around, she didn't really want Makoto to know that she was still playing musical instruments.

"So, Zhencheng, what were your original plans? Were there any places you originally intended to go?"

"No, I just came out to buy shoes today... I've already received the gift, so I'm just going with you guys."

"Alright, I'll carry the things. Makoto, you lead the way. I don't know where the Toho Records you mentioned is."

So the three of them left the shoe store together.

Bystanders who had witnessed the whole drama were all surprised by the ending. They initially thought it was a love triangle where the sisters fell for one man, but in the end, both sisters actually left with him... It really is amazing to be rich and handsome!

The impact continues to spread on the way to Donghe Records.

The main reason is that the twin sisters next to him are too eye-catching. One is a fashionable hot girl, and the other is a dignified young lady. Their facial features are exactly the same. The two contrasting styles appearing together attract attention wherever they go.

Moreover, this time Kuroba Akira wasn't just some random guy carrying a bag anymore; he's a handsome guy now, so he's attracted the attention of some girls as well.

Everyone is speculating about the relationship between the three. The twin sisters are certain, but what about the man?

Could it really be a case of two sisters, one on each side?

Damn it... I'm so envious!

At that moment, Kuroo, who was sleeping lazily on Kobayashi's rooftop, inexplicably twitched his ear.

It received a tainted faith, roughly described as, 'God! I want to be as popular as him!'—a 'prayer' tinged with envy and jealousy.

Is my contractor showing off outside again?

"Pretentious"... that's a word it learned from Kuroba Akira. Kuroo thinks it's a very suitable behavior for gathering faith. A long time ago, it would probably be similar to "showing off" in front of the ignorant masses.

Although such faith is impure and the amount after removing impurities is pitifully small, there are so many people involved that even if all of it is extracted, it would still amount to a considerable 'faith income'.

This is faster than him using his abilities to establish karmic connections. He definitely chose the right person this time!

As long as the contractor keeps showing off, he can gain a lot of faith! Hahaha! The day of adulthood is just around the corner!

Starting from Shibuya Department Store, cross Chuo-gai and you'll see Towa Records Main Store under the overpass.

Kuroba Akira was also visiting a record store for the first time, looking around curiously, and Saionji Madoka had the same reaction.

Ignoring the two curious children, Hikawa Makoto put on the store's headphones and listened to the latest album that interested her. Just like going to a bookstore to read books for free, she often came to the record store to listen to music for free.

Japan is a major country in pop music, so record stores, like bookstores, have remained popular.

The market size will shrink after being impacted by smartphones, but it will still be able to survive for a long time.

Kuroba Akira browsed around the store for a bit and then saw a poster.

This poster looks very similar to the one that Takanashi Mirai showed him before; it was the promotional image for the movie starring Tsukimi as the female lead, featuring Ayane.

"Huh? This poster features Tsukimi Rii... Isn't she an actress? So she can sing too?"

Saionji Machen answered him.

"Yeah, she sang the theme song for the movie she recently starred in. That movie is really popular right now, it's already reached second place at the box office, everyone at school is talking about it, it's a pity I haven't seen it..."

"Don't worry, I haven't seen it either."

Is he also an all-around genius...?

I feel like her path is somewhat overlapping with Ziyin's.

Because her career path was very similar to that of her own Shion, and they would likely be strong competitors in the future, Kuroba Akira wanted to investigate her background.

So I listened to her sing a movie theme song.

It wasn't particularly amazing after listening to it.

The voice is quite pleasant, but only so-so.

Her voice is far inferior to that of Shion, and even less so than that of Aunt Akiko.

The main thing is that the arrangement is amazing, and Kuroba Akira felt that the melody sounded familiar... Cherry blossoms, cherry blossoms, I want to see you?

Is it a coincidence? The only transmigrators who were 'resurrected' by Kuro-o are probably a few members of the Kobayashi family, and there shouldn't be any other transmigrators... Or do other gods also have similar abilities?

Kuroba Akira suddenly felt a strong urge to watch a movie starring the popular actress Tsukimi Rii.

So he asked Zhencheng, who was beside him.

"How about we go see this movie later, Zhen Cheng? It should still be showing, right?"

"Huh? Want to go see a movie?"

When Saionji Mato suddenly received an invitation to go to the movies, her heart was in turmoil once again.

In her mind, going to the movies together is an activity that only happens between same-sex friends, or between couples and spouses.

You can do some shady things in the dark back seat.

Kuroba Akira isn't dating Anri Hitomi... Does he have those feelings for her?

"Well, you haven't seen this movie either, have you?"

Saionji Machi really wanted to agree, but her ingrained reserve made her hesitate, and she also had another concern.

That was Makoto's idea.

"But... will Makoto agree?"

"If you agree, she will definitely agree."

Then Akira Kuroba turned around and shouted to Makoto Hikawa.

"Hey, Makoto, after we pick out the album you want, shall we go see a movie together?"

Makoto Hikawa, who had just taken off her headphones, looked at Akira Kuroba with a puzzled expression and asked.

"Huh?! Why do I have to watch a movie with you...?"

"Zhencheng said she hasn't seen this movie, and neither have I. Have you seen it?"

Hikawa Makoto glanced at the poster of Kuroba Akira. She recognized the person; it was Tsukimi Rii, but she hadn't seen the movie.

"I just haven't seen it..."

She's still saving money to buy a guitar, so of course she won't spend it on movie tickets.