A world only known by the God of Lost Love

"Hey, little Pochi, are you okay yet? It's time to start rehearsing, right?"

On the other side, Ijichi Hongxia, who had been waiting for a while, greeted her:

"We have a performance this week."

"Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu That's what I said..."

But Kazuri Goto really cares about Miss Shiina Mashiro’s reply!

Why on earth did she know about this band, why did she immediately turn to herself, and why did she draw such a portrait that concerned her.

If she doesn't understand this, she will definitely not be able to sleep well tonight!

"...Wait for her, Hongxia."

While Goto Kazuri was still holding the phone hesitantly, Yamada Ryo suddenly said:

"With Little Boqi's current state, it's impossible to rehearse well... Do you still remember half a year ago, right? It was the time when Little Boqi was in the worst condition."

"Ah...of course I remember."

Yijizhi Hongxia nodded.

"At that time, little Pochi was always in a state of distraught...sometimes she would even say things like 'I definitely forgot something very important'. In order to cure her, Aunt Goto seemed to be still with her. The whole wall of my room is decorated with exorcism charms..."

"Look at how she looks now, does it look similar to that time?"

Ryo Yamada pointed at Gotou Issato.

At this time, she was staring closely at the screen of her mobile phone, her lips moving slightly, as if she was mumbling something...

"She will never be able to rehearse properly if she is not allowed to finish what she is doing."

"...That's what I said."

Itichi Hongxia also immediately put down the drum stick in his hand with a look of helplessness.

"However, I am actually quite curious about the painting of 'Miss Shiina'. Logically speaking, she just painted a standard image of a handsome guy, but I always feel that I have definitely seen him somewhere."

"Maybe it's just because her painting skills are so good?"

Kita Ikuyo said in an uncertain tone:

"It seems that some artists' paintings do use some techniques to give people who see them a certain sense of 'déjà vu'..."

"I don't think it's that simple."

Yamada Ryo shook his head.

"I also did a little research on the origins of this 'Shiina Mashiro' last night. Needless to say, her resume as a talented painter. According to her statement in the interview, she has never been exposed to anything other than painting since she was born. Other entertainment. As for bands and rock and roll, it has nothing to do with her."

"...Huh?"*2

Itachi Hongxia and Kita Ikuyo showed surprised expressions at the same time.

"Then if that's the case, why did she suddenly follow our account..."

"I don't know. I only know that among the few accounts she follows, we are the only band... No, or rather, we are the only account that has nothing to do with painting at all."

Yamada Ryo said:

"I don't think this is a coincidence. There must be some special reason why she pays attention to us... and it is probably related to that painting. Therefore, I am more inclined to let Poch establish contact with her as soon as possible. Not only It’s to get her back to rehearsals as soon as possible, and also to clear up my doubts.”

"So it is."

After listening to Yamada Ryo's answer, Ichichi Hikaru and Kita Ikuyo also showed expressions of sudden realization.

For a time, they also began to have extremely strong curiosity about this "genius painter" who was inexplicably paying attention to them——

"Ah, finally a reply!"

At this moment, Goto Kazuri suddenly raised his phone and exclaimed:

"Let's see... eh! She, she said, she will come to [STARRY] to watch our next performance!"

"Wow! Really!"

"Is it possible that you are really our fans?"

"...It's a little strange."

The three of them had different reactions after hearing the news.

But there is only one thing that all of them can be sure of -

(Be sure to prepare well for the next performance!)

Goto Ichiri's expression instantly became serious.

(Then, wait until after the show is over to ask her about the boy!)

So, with full energy and purpose, Ichisato Goto picked up the guitar here and there.

There are still 6 days until the next Live.

Chapter 27: Not all jokes can be laughed off

When Suzuki Ren heard Shiina Mashiro say that he wanted to go out with him on the weekend, he once wondered if there was something wrong with his ears.

During this month of getting along day and night, Ren Suzuki has fully realized that Mashiro Shiina has almost no interest in anything other than painting.

However, for the first time, such a girl would ask him to go out together on the weekend...

"Um...could it be that you're going to see an art exhibition or something?"

Ren Suzuki naturally turned her thoughts towards painting-related things.

However, after hearing Suzuki Ren's question, Shiina Mashiro shook her head very decisively.

"What kind of artist's personal exhibition is that?"

"...It's not an art exhibition either."

"Eh……?"

The expression on Suzuki Ren's face became more confused.

"Then where do you want to take me, Shiina-kun?"

"You'll know then."

Shiina Mashiro just said this in the same calm tone as always.

"As for the time, it's five o'clock on Sunday afternoon. Then all Lian needs to do is follow me."

"Haah...I understand."

If it’s neither an art exhibition nor a painting exhibition, what kind of place could it be?

What kind of place could it be that Mashiro Shiina, who only has painting in her heart, invites her to go there with her on weekends?

Despite being confused, Ren Suzuki was indeed very curious about the weekend's itinerary.

"Okay, so...do I need to make any preparations?"

"…………"

After hearing Suzuki Ren's question, Shiina Mashiro lowered his head and was silent for a while, then stood up from the chair:

"Wait a moment, I'm going to ask Senpai Kamiikusa."

After that, she left the room straight away, leaving Suzuki Ren alone and confused, staring at her back as she walked away gracefully.

Why does Kamijusa's name suddenly appear here?Could it be that the plan to go out together this time... was provided to her by Kamiegusa-senpai?

...Well, if you think about it carefully, it is indeed possible.

After all, the fact of inviting others out on weekends is not in line with Shiina Mashiro's usual stay-at-home image. To explain her sudden and huge change, the only possibility is that she received advice from others...

However, even if she gets advice from others, there still has to be a motive for her to do it.

After all, why did Shiina Mashiro go out specifically with her?

Suzuki Ren raised his wrist to call up the panel, and the number displayed on the panel was still the same [45%] that had not changed for a month...

"There is no change in strategy, that is to say...it's not because of that."

This time, Ren Suzuki finally gave up completely on speculating on Shiina Mashiro's purpose.

From the moment he met her, he had never understood Mashiro Shiina's thoughts.

There is no change in expression and tone, eyes that are always somewhat dull for no reason, and reactions that are always slower than others.

For Ren Suzuki, who is good at observing words and emotions, this kind of girl who lacks immediate reaction can be said to be the most difficult type to deal with.

At the same time, because his way of thinking is different from ordinary people, Suzuki Ren can hardly apply any common sense to Shiina Mashiro.

All he could do was to tolerate everything about her as much as possible and understand her needs and purposes as much as possible.In this way, even if you can't win the other party's favor, at least you won't be disliked by the other party——

Just like what I did back then.

Ah... But if you really want to say it, there does seem to be a special group of people who prefer to be treated roughly...

……

I always feel that Ichiri Goto is a bit like this type of person.

For this guy who has always put himself in a "victim" position, if he can "bully" and "stimulate" her in the way she imagined, she might feel more at ease.

"Oh...what am I thinking?"

Suzuki Ren waved his hand towards the empty front, as if he wanted to use this method to dispel the yellow waste that appeared in his mind.

It must be because he often received various mental shocks in Shiina Mashiro's room this month, so he suddenly had so many strange things in his mind...

"……I am back."

While Suzuki Ren was still reflecting on his impure thoughts, Shiina Mashiro finally ended the consultation and returned to the room.

"Senpai Kamiigusa has given me the things I need to prepare."

"Huh? What is it?"

"it is this--"

Under Ren Suzuki's gaze, Mashiro Shiina took out a square plastic package.

"She said that if the two of us stayed out for the night, we would probably be able to use this thing."

"...Here we go again."

Looking at the all-too-familiar safety product, Ren Suzuki no longer even had the desire to complain.

"Return this thing, Shiina-san. We will never use this thing."

"Is that so..."

Mashiro Shiina tilted her head first, and then asked Ren Suzuki:

"So, what exactly is this?"

"Go and ask Igusa-senpai. For this kind of thing, the person who ties the bell needs to be untied."

Suzuki Ren pouted and said:

"I don't want to pay for her nonsense."

"OK, fine."

Shiina Mashiro nodded, and then left the room again to return the things in his hands.

And not long after, when she returned to the room again, there was another thing in her hand——

"She said that if you don't like that, you should at least take medicine..."

"Up! Well! Grass! Mei! Saki!"

In the face of problem children, some necessary preaching is indeed needed.

So, under the blank gaze of Mashiro Shiina, Ren Suzuki angrily walked to Misaki Kamikusa's room...

........................

"Actually, those are just ordinary vitamins~ Hahaha, sorry, sorry, I know you two don't need that kind of thing, but because little Mashiro is so pure, I accidentally teased her."

Misaki Uekusa stuck out her tongue and said to Ren Suzuki: