Mygo, are you all yanderes?

"So, what do you think of everyone in the band?"

"what?"

Kusano Akira was stunned for a moment when he heard Shiina Tatsuki's words, and his mind didn't quite process it.

What do you mean by "what does he think of the band members?" Why would Shiina Tatsuki suddenly ask this?

"So, what are your opinions about other people?"

Seeing that Kusano Akira didn't seem to understand, Shiina Tatsuki gritted his teeth, changed his approach, and asked again.

"...Everyone here is a very nice person, and they play their instruments wonderfully?"

"It's not this kind of look. [<>佴|〃] 毶. 刢♂∮中＇±？ ． qu:法，就是……！"

Shiina Tatsuki wanted to ask Kusano Akira directly if he had those kinds of feelings for other people, but as a girl who had never been in a relationship and rarely met boys her own age, it was really difficult to ask such a question directly.

Shiina Riki was somewhat embarrassed to talk about this, so she acted very awkwardly, which was completely unlike her usual capable self.

"More specific...!"

"...more specific?"

Kusano Akira thought for a moment and then said.

"Um, Lixi, you play the drums really well, and you work very hard. I admire you a lot..." or something like that?

"Not this kind..."

Although she was determined to find out the truth no matter how shameful it was, Shiina Tatsuki ultimately couldn't bring herself to truly let go of her shame.

So even though she saw that Kusano Akira couldn't guess her question, she was helpless.

"..."

“Lixi, I guess what you really want to ask is, ‘Do you have those kinds of feelings for the other members of the band?’”

Kusano Akira stroked his chin, and seeing Shiina Tatsuki's awkward expression and strange question, he realized what was going on and cautiously asked a question.

"……Correct."

Shiina Tatsuki finally understood what Kusano Akira meant when she saw Shiina Tatsuki, and breathed a sigh of relief. ★

Fortunately, Kusano Akira has a strong understanding; otherwise, judging from her previous haughty demeanor, she probably wouldn't have gotten any answers even after a lifetime of questioning.

"So that's what you're worried about."

After seeing Shiina Tatsuki admit that her idea was correct, Kusano Akira looked at her with a mixture of amusement and exasperation.

He thought it must be some big problem to make the seemingly composed Shiina Ritsuki so anxious.

So it turns out that people really thought he had those kinds of thoughts.

However, this day was within Kusano Akira's expectations. In fact, it was a bit too late. He even doubted that he would ever encounter such a thing again.

As the only male in the band, Kusano knew that he was bound to be suspected of having lewd intentions, so he was always prepared to explain himself.

However, Kusano Akira thought that after he was suspected, his teammates would discuss his thoughts behind his back and figure out how to guard against him.

Unexpectedly, instead of communicating with his teammates, he came directly to ask him.

Kusano Akira felt pretty good. At least this proved that people still believed in his performance to some extent, otherwise they wouldn't have asked him in front of him.

Asking him now at least shows that Shiina Tatsuki doesn't think he's that kind of person.

Moreover, this makes subsequent explanations easier to handle.

"As for this matter, Lixi, you don't need to consider it at all."

"Don't worry, I won't have any illicit relationships with men or women in the band."

Kusano Akira patted his chest and said confidently to Shiina Tatsuki.

Kusano Akira can confidently say that, apart from the accident he had with Chihaya Aine during the day, which may have briefly stirred his romantic feelings, he has never had such thoughts in the rest of the time.

—This morning, seeing Nagasaki Motoyo's work was truly irresistible; it's just that Nagasaki Motoyo perfectly fits his aesthetic preferences.

She has a great figure, a dignified demeanor, a gentle smile, and blue eyes. Most importantly, she always exudes a sense of melancholy. Every aspect of her perfectly touches Kusano Akira's heart.

Even so, he can confidently say that he has absolutely no bad intentions. He is a staunch supporter and monitor of the band, so how could he possibly do anything that would ruin the band?

Putting aside the fact that he thought no girl would like him—Takamatsu Akari is an eccentric type, and he doesn't know why she's so clingy to him, but at least ordinary, normal girls wouldn't like him.

You can tell from the fact that during the day, Chihaya Aine took the initiative to tell him to pretend that this matter never happened.

Therefore, it is highly likely that Kusano Akira will live alone for the rest of his life, and there will never be anyone willing to be with him.

Even if there really was such a person, Kusano Akira wouldn't take the initiative to attack.

Furthermore, if this person were one of his friends, Kusano Akira would be even less likely to choose to be with her.

Once you fall in love, no matter how deep the feelings are, they will all disappear after a breakup—I read this online.

He's unwilling to try a relationship that might take him further, but is extremely unstable. He's already quite content with having a bunch of friends.

Although making friends can be very tiring.

"And if you think about it carefully, even if I had those kinds of thoughts, no one would be interested in me."

Feeling that his words were just a simple promise and not very convincing, and in order to completely dispel Shiina Tatsuki's worries, Kusano Akira decided to say a few more words.

"I don't have that kind of attraction for girls at all."

"Let's start with my studies. My grades are terrible, and I'm not very smart. Getting into Yuqiu University was already a huge achievement."

"I've actually given up on university. I know I'm definitely not going to get in. I have absolutely no idea that I'll make it in terms of academics."

"I even went to a study group to try and avoid being forced to attend extra classes at school."

"In terms of personal skills, I'm only somewhat capable in music—but that's all. My level is only slightly better than that of an average enthusiast."

"My only advantage is that I'm fairly good-looking? Quite a few people have complimented me on my appearance."

"But having a pretty face is completely useless. I can't speak well either, otherwise I wouldn't be holding this face and not being able to find a single friend."

"In the future, even if I become a male escort, no male escort club will want me."

"So don't worry, I wouldn't dare to have such thoughts at all."

"Even if I had that intention, I believe no one would give me a chance. After all, nobody's stupid, right?"

Kusano Akira patted Shiina Tatsuki's thin shoulder lightly and winked his left eye at her.

"..."

"No, you don't need to be so self-deprecating."

"I don't think you're that bad..."

Shiina Tatsuki paused for a moment when he heard Kusano Akira's self-deprecating words.

She really didn't expect that Kusano Akira would think so highly of her. She had only tested him a little, and she was able to trick him into revealing so much.

You wouldn't guess from his appearance that he has such low self-esteem, to the point that he can't even recognize some objective facts.

From Shiina Tatsuki's perspective, Kusano Akira is not as bad as he claims—maybe he's a bad student, but Chihaya Aine also said he's bad at studying, so he probably really is.

However, aside from studying, Kusano Akira has been belittling himself in many ways, even starting to feel that he is not even as good as a male host.

Therefore, Shiina Tatsuki felt it would be better to comfort Kusano Akira.

However, Shiina Tatsuki didn't completely believe Kusano Akira's words. What if Kusano Akira's words just now were an act, such as deliberately trying to gain sympathy in front of her to dispel her suspicions?

“It’s normal that you don’t think that way, Lixi. After all, unless you are a very confident person, most people tend to magnify all their shortcomings when they examine themselves.”

"But it's an objective fact that I can't make friends."

"So there's really no need to worry about that."

Seeing Shiina Tatsuki's speechless expression, Kusano Akira smiled and said...

“You are my first real-life friends, so I will not do anything to ruin our friendship.”

"On this point, I'm on your side."

【…】

【well. 】

As soon as Kusano Akira finished speaking, Shiina Tatsuki suddenly heard a very familiar sigh, followed by an inexplicable and intense pain, as if something was trying to force its way into her head.

At the same time came a cacophony of noise and intense dizziness, creating a strange drumbeat rhythm in her head.

Interrupted by the sudden, sharp pain, Shiina Ritsuki clutched his ear in agony and crouched down.

"Lixi, are you okay?"

Kusano Akira, who had been smiling, stopped smiling when he saw Shiina Tatsuki suddenly squat down on the ground with a pained expression. He walked up to her and squatted down as well.

"Um...it's okay."

Fortunately, the pain only lasted a few seconds, and Shiina Tatsuki didn't suffer too much pain.

She pressed her hand to her temples, trying to relieve the sudden pain and dizziness that had just struck her.

"What's wrong with you all of a sudden? Do you want to take a break? Should we end today's practice?"

Kusano Akira touched Shiina Tatsuki's forehead with his hand, and then tried it on his own.

For some reason, this is the third girl that Kusano Akira has encountered today who is acting very strangely.

First, there was Toyokawa Shoko, who looked very listless in the morning; then there was Wakaba Mutsu, who suddenly froze at the school gate; and now there is Shiina Tatsuki, who seems to be feeling very unwell.

Is Crychic cursed? — Or is he cursed?

"No, it's really nothing... Could you please help me up?"

"okay."

Shiina Tatsuki shook her head and asked Kusano Akira to help her up.

After Kusano Akira stood up, she took the hand that Kusano Akira extended and slowly stood up. Seeing that she had successfully stood up, Shiina Tatsuki decided to let go of Kusano Akira's hand.

But as soon as she let go, she stumbled again and almost fell over. Fortunately, this time Kusano Akira had been watching her closely and quickly caught her when he saw her about to fall again.

"It's definitely better to put rehearsals aside for today."

Akira Shigasano frowned as he looked at Tatsuki Shiina's face, rubbing Tatsuki's temple with his thumb while pointing at Tatsuki's dark circles with his index finger.

"I knew you still stayed up late, but it looks like you're staying up even harder than before. Your eyes are so dark."

Lu: "...You stayed up all night too."

Nine: "I don't stay up all night like you do. Who stays up all night aiming to die suddenly?"

Lin “…”

"I remember you like pandas, so are you thinking of cosplaying?"

"Your mouth is so annoying."

Zero: "Instead of that, Kusano, did you hear any strange noises just now?"

"A strange sound...?"

"Yes, it was like a sigh, a woman's voice."

No, you must be hallucinating.

"……Maybe."

"Anyway, since that's what you think, then I have nothing more to say. Let's go back to rehearsals."

Shiina Tatsuki gently broke free from Kusano Akira's grasp. She was no longer as dizzy as before, so she could support herself instead of being supported by Kusano Akira.

"No, really, we shouldn't rehearse anymore, you're like this..."

Shiina Tatsuki looked at Kusano Akira, who seemed to still be trying to persuade her not to rehearse, and felt somewhat troubled.

Suddenly, she remembered what Kusano Akira had just said, and a small idea popped into her mind.

"You're being nosy. We're not that close yet."

Shiina Ritsuki feigned impatience, frowning and looking at Kusano Akira with a cold expression, while carefully observing Kusano Akira's expression.

But despite her cold demeanor, her palms were actually sweating profusely.

If you want to know whether Kusano Akira really cares about the band and friendship as much as he says, just wait and see his next reaction.