Tokyo Soft Rice King.

Whether it can become a red line depends on whether one can turn the accidental into the inevitable through personal effort.

"Generally speaking, I can see the lines of fate on everyone's body, and I can even interfere with them to a certain extent, increasing the number of chance encounters, or cutting off the thinner lines in advance to eliminate useless fleeting encounters, but the red line is the exception..."

The red thread cannot be cut.

That is proof of an unbreakable bond.

Of course, there are also situations where both parties want to see each other, but they always miss each other.

That means their connection had already broken, failing to transform into a red thread in time, and they only realized their feelings after they had missed each other.

At this point, the gods, feeling sorry for the two people who love each other but are destined to be apart, will give them another chance, and the red thread that will connect them will be the thread of fate.

Ultimately, whether or not a red thread of fate can be tied depends on the feelings between the two parties, not on the brainwashing love arrows of a rogue Cupid that make them blindly fall in love with each other once connected.

There are no feelings without a reason in this world.

"In other words, your current predicament is entirely your own fault; you reap what you sow!"

Tsukimi Ran used three idioms to accuse Kuroba Akira of being promiscuous.

If Kuroba Akira doesn't respond, the thread won't turn red. Only mutual feelings can form a red thread; unrequited love will not turn into a red thread.

The red line also has another meaning, which is mainly distinguished by the depth of the color.

Among the red threads connecting to Kuroba Akira, some were a deep, blood-red color that she had rarely seen before...

That means 'to be together until the end of life'.

To put it more bluntly...

I'll never let you go, even if it kills me.

Chapter 433 The Agent Abandoned by the Gods

This dark red color is a red thread. When there's only one, it can still be enviable. Although it represents heavy emotions, it at least means that she has regarded you as an indispensable part of her life.

However, when there are several of them, it only makes people feel creepy.

It's true that young people are more likely to form romantic relationships, but a romantic relationship this dark is another matter entirely.

Even married couples may not have this kind of red thread. Tsukimi Ayane has only seen it in an elderly couple who have lived together for fifty years.

So we come back to that question: what exactly did this man do?

Judging from his explanation, his ability isn't the kind that affects human emotions; it just allows him to see talents...

Suddenly, Tsukimi Ryoui thought of something and asked Kuroba Akira.

"Shion Murasaki... was she brought into the entertainment industry by you?"

"Yes, that's right. It was only after I discovered her talent that Shion decided to become a voice actress, and it was under my strong encouragement. Originally, she had no intention of becoming an entertainer at all."

"Just a voice actress? Doesn't she plan to make an appearance?"

"I just don't have that plan for now. I've basically arranged her career. I don't think it's necessary to waste her opportunities to appear on ordinary projects right now. Let her take on better opportunities in the future."

After exclaiming in surprise, Myōen-en Yomi asked a question.

"Hey~ So, you, Kuroba, were the one who decided on Murasaki-kun's entertainment career? So you're her manager?"

"No, I'd say I'm a behind-the-scenes producer. After all, I'm still a student, I have classes, and I have a lot of other things to do, so I can't always be by her side. That's why I asked an older sister I know to be her manager."

"So that's how it is. Hmm, I understand completely now."

Kuroba Akira didn't know what she understood, but judging from the meaningful, teasing smile on Mio's face, she probably thought that Kuroba Akira's so-called other things to do were just being with the class president.

This love triangle is so painful to watch, it's really a white album now.

"She'll get a better chance to act again... It's like she's guaranteed a lead role just because she participates."

"Yes, because she has the most outstanding talent."

Kuroba Akira's matter-of-fact attitude left Tsukimi Rii speechless for a moment, and then a competitive thought welled up in her mind.

"Wow, even if she faces me, you still think she can win?"

"To be honest, I haven't seen any of the movies you starred in, but I don't think my Shion will lose to you, and I won't let her lose to you either."

"And what can you do?"

“I can help her make a choice. Tsukimi-san, you and Shion are indeed competitors, but it’s not just a competition. The audience isn’t all just die-hard fans who only watch movies and TV dramas starring their favorite actresses. If you two can slightly differentiate the roles you play and shine in your respective areas of expertise, you might have the opportunity to act in movies together in the future and help each other achieve success.”

"So you mean you want her to stay away from me? You just said that your Ziyin wouldn't lose to me."

"It's just to avoid unnecessary internal friction. Putting aside the roles you play, just looking at your daily appearances, you and Ziyin are completely different types, like a childhood friend and a new girl who suddenly appears. The feeling you give off is completely different."

Kuroba Akira's statement was actually a way of giving Tsukimi Rii a chance.

Because he knew that Ziyin possessed an S-level talent like Soulful Acting, there was probably no role she couldn't handle.

In addition, Miss Hongxiang's special effects makeup skills can even change her face shape, so she is not limited by her appearance at all.

However, after saying that, Kuroba Akira felt a bit cowardly, as if she was afraid that Shion was no match for her, so she added another sentence.

"However, if you and Shion really have the chance to act in the same movie in the future, even if it's a movie where you star, Shion might steal your thunder."

"Ha, you really dare to say that."

Tsukimi Ryoui's rebellious spirit was provoked by Kuroba Akira; since her debut, no one has ever dared to claim they could overshadow her brilliance.

Moreover, she relies not only on her naturally stunning looks, but also on her acting skills honed since her childhood as a child star, which are on par with any established actress.

Even those notoriously demanding and critical directors acknowledged her undeniable talent, which is why they cast her as the 'absolute leading lady'.

And he actually dared to say that a nobody who isn't even an actor can compare to him.

"Ah la la..."

Myoen Yomi covered her mouth, watching the two who were locked in a fierce confrontation, but the corners of her mouth secretly turned up, clearly enjoying the spectacle.

"You said she has top-notch talent, is that right...?"

Tsukimi Ryou's interest in Murasaki no Miyako Shion is growing, as is her interest in Kuroba Akira, who makes outrageous statements; she mainly wants to embarrass him.

"Miao just said you were going to their place to play later, right?"

"Yes, Yiyi, are you coming?"

"Okay, I'll go take a look too."

Go and see for yourself whether the Murasaki no Miyako Shion he chose is a genuine natural gemstone or just a pretty face made of artificial diamond.

"Then I'll head out now."

As Tsukimi Rii got up and left the hot spring, she turned back to the two of them before entering the room.

"After I leave, the insulation effect will dissipate in about half an hour, at which point other tourists will gradually come to soak in the hot spring."

This means that if you two don't want to be disturbed by other people, it's best to leave as soon as possible.

Having said all that, Tsukimi Rii pushed open the door and left. It was only then that Kuroba Akira realized that the swimsuit she was wearing was actually a school swimsuit.

Coming to a hot spring but wearing a school swimsuit... that's quite similar to Shion wearing a gym uniform at home.

Since the time for the private event was almost up, Kuroba Akira was thinking of leaving, but just as he was about to stand up, Myōen Yomi grabbed his wrist and said...

"Since Yiyi said there's still half an hour, let's soak a little longer. Kuroba-kun, I happen to have something I'd like to talk to you about, is that alright?"

"Hmm? Sure... Senior Miao, is there anything else?"

"Why don't you sit down first, or shall we go to another hot spring? Ah, this is a rare opportunity, how about we check out the women's bath? Don't you guys all dream of stepping into a women's bathhouse at least once?"

"Uh, I think if a guy wants to go into the girls' bathroom, he probably doesn't want to see the bathroom itself, but rather the girls..."

In other words, there's no point in going into an empty women's bathhouse; you'll just be looking at something empty.

"Aren't I still here? Or is it that in Kuroba-kun's eyes, I'm not considered a woman? Shall I show you my feminine characteristics?"

As she spoke, Senior Sister Miao hooked her index finger into the gap between the bath towel and her armpit, as if she were about to pull the bath towel open.

Kuroba Akira quickly covered his eyes with his hands. Senior Sister Miao was not the kind of 'woman who could be looked at'. This was not feigning righteousness, but rather avoiding a potential problem.

To avoid her later saying something like, "My body has been seen completely by Kuroba-kun," which she might find amusing, I, surrounded by jealous and dangerous gazes, would find it anything but amusing.

No wonder men become much more restrained and serious after they get married, mainly because they will be punished if they are not serious.

"...Please be a little more reserved."

"Hehe, I was just kidding. But Kuroba, your reaction is much more proper than I expected. I thought you were just pretending to be a gentleman, but now it seems that you really have no interest in me or Yiyi."

"I feel like you're much more mischievous than you were at school..."

"After all, I have to maintain the demeanor of a student council president at school, so I have to be careful about my words and actions at all times. But now that we're out having fun, I don't have to follow the rules so much. In fact, this is just my true nature."

Senior Sister Miao pulled away Kuroba Akira's hand that was covering his eyes and said with a smile.

"Did I disappoint you, Kuroba-kun?"

"No, I think it's great, and it's easier to get along with you. If you were really the serious type, I wouldn't be able to handle you."

"We think about the same thing. I originally thought you were the kind of person who would have a lot of fun... after all, you've been rumored to be quite the ladies' man at school. But after getting to know you, I realized you're very mature. Is that one of the reasons why Anri and Murasaki no Miyako like you?"

"Well, how should I put it... those rumors are probably not entirely false, but my current situation can't be explained in just a few words..."

"Since you're so popular with women, Kuroba-kun, and you can even form a harmonious love triangle, you must be very good at handling emotional issues, right?"

No, it's not harmonious at all.

Especially the class monitor and Shion... If it weren't for face and Kuroba Akira, the two of them would probably hate each other to the point of pulling each other's hair.

The current superficial peace is largely thanks to Ah Qing.

But what Senior Sister Miao wants to talk about is actually relationship issues?

Could it be a problem with the lace trim? I've fallen in love with my best friend?

Let's not speculate yet, let's see what she has to say.

"Um, what is it you want to talk about, Senior Miao?"

"Hmm... I'm not quite sure where to begin either, so let's start with my role as Yiyi's agent."

As expected, it was related to Tsukimi Ran-i; Kuroba Akira was mentally prepared.

"Kuroba-kun, you're not a family representative, are you?"

"Family representative?"