Comet Dragon, breaking into the gravity field

In the dark, Ritsu Narose vaguely heard a voice warning him, urging him to quickly leave this place of trouble that was about to turn into an eye of terror.

Want to run away?

Chihaya Aine's desire to form a band had nothing to do with him in the first place, and if he continued to stand by and watch, who knew what might happen...

but--

He can't escape at this time!

"Friends for life" and other nice words I said before - I can't go back on my words!

Having made up his mind, just as Ritsu Narose was about to order another cup of coffee and sit there, he saw Nagasaki Suyo walking in from outside.

By the way...it seems like Su Shi is also a member of the band, right?

37. Why are you looking at me?

Why do I feel guilty...

Seeing the three girls sitting there, Ritsu Narose suddenly felt that this scene was more terrifying than the appearance of Tyrannosaurus, Dynamax and Golden Lion at the same time.

Trying hard to reduce his presence, Ritsu Narose was like a student who was afraid that the teacher would call on him to answer a question, staring at the table in front of him.

Oh my god, this table is so big!

In fact, no matter how he tried to stop himself, he couldn't stop Nagasaki Suyo from walking over here step by step and greeting him with a sweet smile.

After responding muffledly, Ritsu Narose simply gave in and pretended to be dead.

Putting on his headphones, he continued his unfinished homework while listening to the ASMR sound of thunder and rain.

Counting the list of people he needed to visit after returning home, he suddenly remembered that he still had to go to Xuanhuilong.

Back then, he and Ming Bolong had partnered up to steal a lot of treasures, but the other party didn't care. Until today, there was no news, which made him feel a little guilty.

After much thought, I decided that I must bring a gift to apologize.

But for that rich woman, she probably wouldn't even look at anything that could be bought with gold.

Concentrating on thinking, Ritsu Narose controlled the tip of the pen to tap the paper repeatedly, as if this rhythmic action could bring her inspiration.

When talking about the specialties of this world, the first thing that comes to mind for Ritsu Narose is electronic products.

But in his original world, there was no such thing as the Internet. Unless, like when he asked Mello to bring a wedding gift to the Flame King Dragon, he brought a game console with various single-player games pre-loaded on it.

Ritsu Naruse remembered that he had specially prepared two-player cooperative games for the couple to enhance their relationship, especially high-quality works like "Overcooked" that had received rave reviews.

The problem is that Khuti Dragon is not an ancient dragon interested in games.

In Naruse Ritsu's impression, the ancient dragon who was like an elder sister and as gentle as a loving mother, who had been taking care of him and Ming Bolong on behalf of Miraluz, did not seem to have any special preferences.

No matter how hard he thought, he couldn't think of any items that might be of interest.

"I have a headache..."

Rubbing his brows, Naruse Ritsu suddenly felt someone pat his shoulder. He took off his headphones and looked back, seeing Chihaya Aine looking at him with a cheerful expression.

"Deng-chan has agreed to join the band."

"Thanks to Naruse-kun, otherwise, Tou-chan probably wouldn't have agreed so easily."

I?

What did I do again?

Naruse Ritsu looked at Takamatsu Deng blankly, hoping to get an answer from him. However, the girl shyly lowered her head and whispered a thank you to him.

"Since Xiao Deng hasn't become disgusted with the band because of what happened before, we can definitely start over."

With her hands crossed in front of her, Nagasaki Suyo didn't smile, but the joy in her words could not be concealed.

So why are you looking at me?

Turning to look at Shiina Riki, I found that he looked like he was unhappy but couldn't find any reason to refute.

It would be fine if it were just other people, but when Ritsu Naruse saw Shiina Riki, who was usually like a hedgehog, suddenly show this attitude, he actually felt a little creepy.

"Hey—what's that expression on your face!"

Seeing Shiina Riki's eyes wide open and the thorns on his body standing up, Naruse Ritsu regained the familiar sense of security.

Although I still don’t understand why I should thank him, I feel that if I continue asking, I will be the only one who will be embarrassed in the end, so it’s better to shut up at the right time.

"So, you've decided to form a band?"

"Yes," Nagasaki Suyo smiled at everyone present and counted on her fingers, "Thankfully, Naruse-kun comforted Xiao Deng before, so now Xiao Deng, Li Xi, and I can sit here."

Chihaya Aine, who was standing next to Naruse Ritsu, raised her hand and pointed at herself awkwardly: "Excuse me...what about me?"

"And Aine, you can all form a band together first!"

After hearing what Nagasaki Motoyo added as if after realizing it, and looking at Chihaya Aine's expression, Naruse Ritsu suddenly discovered a problem.

Didn't Suyo tell Aine about [CRYCHIC]?

Frowning, Narose Riku put this doubt in his heart for the time being, planning to ask her privately later.

It's natural for Nagasaki Suyo to care more about her former bandmates, but if she neglects her current bandmates for that reason, it would be disqualified.

At least Ritsu Naruse thought that as a bandmate of theirs, they shouldn't be hiding such things from their teammates.

But when he thought of the sense of loss that Chihaya Aine showed in front of him last night, Ritsu Naruse was worried that Aine would fall into depression again because of this news.

What's this all about...

Holding his forehead, he couldn't help but sigh.

“…Why are you looking at me?”

Suddenly finding himself the target of public criticism again, Ritsu Narose felt uncomfortable all over.

"Are you feeling lonely, Naruse-kun? If you'd like to join me, I'd be more than welcome to do so."

Nagasaki Suyo's gaze remained gentle, but Naruse Ritsu sensed a hidden agenda. Although he still trusted his friend, he had quietly developed a sense of vigilance.

"I prefer to stand in the audience and watch rather than perform on stage. Besides, I don't know how to play any instrument."

He declined the invitation again. Naruse Ritsu didn't understand why Nagasaki Suyo was as enthusiastic about "inviting him to join the band" as Takamatsu Touma.

As if understanding his doubts, Takamatsu Deng whispered, "Because if you join a band... you can be together forever..."

"A lifetime?" Hearing such heavy words, Chihaya Aine could only smile awkwardly but politely: "By then we will all be old ladies, and who knows what accidents might happen along the way..."

"It's okay, I can watch you become old ladies."

After these words were spoken, the café fell into an eerie silence. Only the white-haired, cat-like girl sitting on the other side, still eating her parfait, could hear the constant clinking of her spoon against the glass.

"...Why are you all suddenly looking at me without saying anything?"

"Hey," Shiina Riki shifted her gaze away from Naruse Ritsu and turned to look at Nagasaki Suyo on her left. "I've been wanting to ask since you came in. Do you know this guy too?"

"Of course I do. Naruse-kun and I have been friends since we were kids."

Nagasaki Suyo's tone remained the same, but everyone present could hear the hint of boasting in it. To some, in particular, her words had the allure of a fisherman lost after catching a giant.

As for Ritsu Narose, he only felt the force of someone's hand on his shoulder gradually increasing.

38. Everything is going according to plan

Where is Ritsu Narose at this moment?

To sum it up in one sentence is -

In front is a young, heaven-sent young man, single-handedly guarding the pass; behind is the destined heroine, stumbling towards the enemy. It's like a duet of folk songs, a pair of loofahs exploding in alarm; or like two lions charging the sky, Kaio-ken following Kaio-ken.

Ritsu Narose had no other thoughts, he just wanted to run.

"He who knows the current affairs of the times is a hero" - this sentence is also recorded in the "Catalogue of Magical Book of Jin".

Band matters are mysterious and obscure, and it is not something that an outsider like him can interfere with.

Thinking of this, he was ready to pack up his personal belongings and slip away.

"Naruze-kun, are you leaving?"

"Well, I'm going to the mall."

"shopping mall?"

"Yeah, I'm planning to buy some souvenirs to bring back—"

Seeing Nagasaki Suyo's eyes gradually brighten, Naruse Ritsu felt like giving himself a slap in the face.

Let you talk too much!

"Can we all go together? Let's just celebrate the band's success. Do you want to go shopping together at the mall this weekend?"

Seeing the light blue eyes still staring at him while he was speaking, Ritsu Narose knew that he was also among "everyone".

"Sounds good!"

Aine! Haven't you seen through Sushi's intentions yet?

Roaring inwardly, Narushe Ritsu turned to look at Chihaya Aine, who had echoed his suggestion. However, the look he received was a stare very similar to the one Nagasaki Suyo had given him.

No, Aine is beyond saving.

At this time, the only one who can break the situation is you, Tatsuki Shiina!

"Huh? What nonsense are you talking about? Why should I go too?"

Yes! That's right! Make your expression a little more fierce and show that same disdain you showed earlier!

Silently cheering for Shiina Riki, Naruse Ritsu admired this girl who dared to confront others face to face more and more.

However, Nagasaki Suyo did not choose to confront him head-on. Like Naruse Ritsu, she was familiar with Riki's weaknesses. She just smiled and turned her focus to Takamatsu Touma.

"Will the lights come too?"

Hearing this, Deng silently raised his head and looked around.

Looking at Chihaya Aine who was looking at her expectantly, and Naruse Ritsu and Shiina Tatsuki who were looking troubled... a heavy sense of mission suddenly weighed on her heart.

Ritsu Narose's words were still ringing in her ears. Not wanting to disappoint everyone, the girl clenched her fists slightly and decided to take her own step.

She finally nodded.

Oh no, that's it. No doctor, no doctor, no doctor.

Seeing Shiina Riki who was hit so hard that he was stunned, Naruse Ritsu was already planning his route for tomorrow.

Although it sounds like he is just being tough, Nagasaki Suyo's unexpected move will not only not hinder his actions, but will be beneficial to his subsequent plans.

In short, everything is going as planned!

With this thought in mind, time gradually approached the weekend...

……

Standing in front of his own courtyard gate, ready to leave, Naruse Ritsu looked at Chihaya Aine who was still in a daze, and stretched out his hand and waved it in front of her eyes.

"Fell asleep?"

"Eh! Um, how should I put it..."

Her fingertips gently scratched her face, and Chihaya Aine reacted by shaking her body slightly while controlling her wandering gaze so that it would not continue to drift towards Naruse Ritsu.

But no matter how she tried to divert her attention, her eyes were drawn to the heart-pounding scene before her.

The open dark red jacket and white lining complement each other perfectly, and paired with slim-fitting bottoms and Martin boots, a simple, capable and yet stylish image appears before your eyes.

Although the gray and black hoodie outfit that we often saw before was not much worse due to its high appearance value, it is completely different from the current look!

Noticing Chihaya Aine's strange gaze, Naruse Ritsu couldn't help but glance at her own attire before asking, "I just changed my clothes. There's no need to be so surprised, right?"

"It's not just a simple change of clothes, is it? Naruse-kun's aura is completely different!"

"How rude! I'm just too lazy to do this normally."

Before he could finish his words, Ritsu Naruse noticed that Aunt Chihaya was standing outside the door opposite and waved at them with a loving look on her face.

Before he could return the gesture, Ritsu Naruse felt a pulling force coming from his hand, and Chihaya Aine, who was standing next to him, suddenly lowered her head and pulled him forward.

However, as she ran, Chihaya Aine suddenly realized that something was wrong.