Iruma-san wants to win the Akutagawa Prize

Naturally, Shoko Toyokawa, who was standing next to Hibiki Iruma, also noticed Hibiki Iruma's hesitation. She didn't know what to do, nor did she know what she could do at the moment, but Shoko Toyokawa was not a girl who would hesitate, or rather, a girl who would hesitate about something was definitely not Shoko Toyokawa.

She put down the snacks in her hand, wiped the grease off her fingers with a tissue, then quietly put them under the table and gently patted the back of Iruma Hibiki's hand that was placed on the chair.

This action scared Iruma Hibiki, or at least he almost jumped up from his chair. It was not until he met Toyokawa Shoko's gentle gaze with a hint of worry that Iruma Hibiki came to his senses slightly and did not make a big fool of himself. Otherwise, he would have to explain why he reacted so strongly, which would definitely cause problems.

Toyokawa Shoko showed a cunning smile like the moonlight at night because of her little prank, while Iruma Hibiki hesitated for a few seconds amid the sound of his pounding heart, then showed an expression as if he couldn't do anything to her and then breathed a sigh of relief.

After all, Iruma Hibiki is not a carefree guy.

At least for him—

At this moment, he realized that if he continued to pester Su Shi, it would be too embarrassing for him.

He had longed for it so much, it was so precious, he had waited for two lifetimes, and his first love at first sight was completely over.

The sea breeze gently blew on Iruma Hibiki's face.

He was ready to start over, so—

Iruma Hibiki looked at Nagasaki Suyo and gave her a miserable smile.

But faced with such a smile, Nagasaki Motoyo couldn't smile at all.

29 The Runaway Guitarist (Part )

It was a rare rainy day on Friday, and the slightly chilly weather made Iruma Hibiki sneeze as soon as he woke up in the morning.

This is not a good omen.

After all, although he is lacking in many aspects, his physical fitness has always been good. I don't know whether it is due to his daily healthy exercise or something else.

In short, for Hibiki Iruma, he either doesn't get sick at all or gets very sick.

Of course, such worries are a bit unnecessary at the moment. At least it’s just a sneeze now.

Last night's separation went smoothly, just like usual, and nothing strange happened.

Although he was very self-aware that he was probably the one who spoiled the fun yesterday, making it particularly difficult for Toyokawa Shoko, it ended smoothly in the end.

Whether it's stargazing or his love affair...

【Good morning. 】

I don't know what kind of mood he was in, but Iruma Hibiki greeted Nagasaki Suyo with a good morning greeting after a long time. At this time, Nagasaki Suyo should have gotten up, and would probably lie in bed for a while and look at her phone.

Iruma Hibiki could probably imagine what Nagasaki Soyo looked like at that moment.

after all--

Before, Nagasaki Suyo was stupid enough to let him see her cute face in her pajamas.

Good morning, Xiang. It's raining heavily today. Please be careful on the road.

As expected, a reply came quickly from Nagasaki Suyo.

[Su Shi, too. Be careful on the road, don't rush, and remember to eat a good breakfast.]

Iruma Hibiki gave two warnings, then prepared to put away his phone and start getting ready in the morning. After all, when it rains, everyone will always have some confusion and doubts about whether to go to school.

But for Hibiki Iruma, he had a reason to go to school today—

After all, today is the last day before the band ends its performance.

【Greetings, ring.】

After a while, Toyokawa Shoko also came to ask about breakfast, and the chats in the band group became more frequent.

The Crychic blog that Shoko Toyokawa updated after she went back home last night was also being discussed by everyone at this moment. The starry sky above was certainly not as beautiful as the one in the planetarium, but it had a different kind of romance.

Good morning, Xiangzi.

Hibiki Iruma greeted everyone as usual and then prepared to go out.

"Want me to give you a ride, Hibiki?"

Just as he was about to go out, his father's voice suddenly sounded from behind him.

"No, I can just go by myself."

Iruma Hibiki responded quickly and pulled out the transparent umbrella that was placed on the umbrella stand at the entrance.

"But it's raining heavily outside today..."

Iruma Hibiki's father still wanted to hold on. He was holding a Tokyo city newspaper in his hand and reading the election and economy sections.

"Well, it's fine with me. Just do your own thing."

Hibiki Iruma refused again.

Then he opened his umbrella and rushed outside into the continuous rain without waiting for his father to say anything.

A few minutes later, Iruma Hibiki came to Shimotaka. Unexpectedly, he saw Yamada Ryo next to his seat. She seemed to be chatting with Ijichi Kouka.

"Good morning, Ijichi and Yamada-senpai."

Iruma Hibiki took the initiative to step forward and greet the two of them.

"Oh, good morning, let me settle today's friend fees."

Yamada Ryo said this seriously and stretched out her hand, but Ijichi Kouka, who usually tried to stop her, showed no reaction at this moment.

She lay on the desk, staring at the heavy rain outside the window in a daze.

At this point, Hibiki Iruma could tell that something was amiss.

"Did something happen?"

Rather than talking about friends' expenses, Iruma Hibiki asked quickly and worriedly.

"Xiduo has lost contact."

"what?!"

Iruma Hibiki cried out in surprise, then he looked at Yamada Ryo with a strange look.

Yamada Ryo quickly turned his head away.

After all, she is the missing "ancestor" of the band.

"Aren't Goto-san and Kita from the same school? Could you please ask Goto-san?"

Iruma Hibiki recalled the Kita he knew, and he generally felt that Kita was definitely not the kind of guy who would run away from the battlefield.

Something must have happened.

With this thought in mind, he began to worry about Ichichi Hongxia.

"That's what I did. Pochi said he would reply as soon as he got to school, but now..."

Yamada Ryo sobbed twice, pretending to be sobbing very well.

"In memory of Pochi, Amen."

Then she made an expression as if Goto Ichiri was dead and put her hands together as if praying.

"Wait, wait, it's not a good time to draw such a conclusion."

Iruma Hibiki quickly retorted.

but--

Perhaps he felt that such a thing was not strange. After all, asking Goto Ichiri to go to other classes to find Kita or to find the teacher to confirm Kita's situation was too difficult no matter how you looked at it.

“But it’s also expected.”

Yamada Ryo spoke softly, then glanced at Iruma Hibiki with his eyes slanted, as if expecting Iruma Hibiki to make a decision.

"Ah! Anyway, Kita probably just had an emergency and didn't contact us. She will definitely be at tomorrow's performance!"

At this time, Ijichi Kouka also raised her head from the desk and spoke cheerfully, but Iruma Hibiki could actually see the worry on Ijichi Kouka's face.

"Let me help."

Hibiki Iruma suddenly said.

"Eh?"

When Iruma Hibiki said this, Ijichi Nikka showed a surprised expression.

"Is Crychic okay?"

Ijichi Hongxia asked with some concern.

And Iruma Hibiki smiled widely and responded:

"If we go to Xiugao this afternoon to check on the situation, it shouldn't affect today's rehearsal."

"But I'll have to leave the notes and lesson plans for this afternoon's class to you, Yidizhi."

"Ah...that's it!"

Ijichi Hongka understood what Iruma Hibiki meant, and then fell silent for a moment.

"But regarding this matter...I feel a little embarrassed to bother you, Iruma."

"It's okay, it's just a small matter."

"Iruma."

Just then, Yamada Ryo suddenly spoke.

"Ok?"

Iruma Hibiki looked towards Yamada Ryo, and then met Yamada Ryo's somewhat cold and serious gaze.

"If Kita can't come, how about you come?"

"what……"

Faced with Yamada Ryo's invitation, Iruma Hibiki hesitated for a moment.

"It's not impossible, actually? But I don't know your sheet music at all, and it's too late to rehearse, right? Is it really okay? And since we can't confirm Kita can't come yet, right?"

"Anyway, how about I try and find Kita?"

After all, he didn't refuse.

If Ijichi Hongxia needs help on the spot, Iruma Hibiki is absolutely willing to go through fire and water, but now, nothing can be decided.

"Let's wait for news from Pochi first. And if we want to go find Kita..."

Ijichi Hongxia hesitated for a moment before continuing:

"I feel bad for bothering you, Iruma. Anyway, I should be the one to go."

30 Iruma Hibiki no longer understands the current ending band

Hibiki Iruma opened his math textbook and took notes. The incessantly talking teacher and the sleepy students in the audience made up the daily routine of high school which was not interesting at all.

In the final analysis, anyone who falls in love with the daily life of high school is definitely mentally ill. The tediousness and boredom of schoolwork are killers of youth no matter how you look at it, and it is precisely on this that most of the time is often spent.

Just like Iruma Hibiki, who is sitting here at this moment, is actually a little envious of those guys in traditional band stories who can skip their studies to form a band.

Of course, there is actually a reason why Iruma Hibiki is feeling depressed at this moment.

His front seat was empty; Yidi Chihongxia was not there.

As far as Iruma Hibiki can remember—

Although this may sound a bit exaggerated, it is true. Ijichi Hongxia is always in that position. As long as he comes to school, he can see Ijichi Hongxia.

This is the first time that position is empty.

This made Iruma Hibiki feel a little uncomfortable, and he also felt a rare sense of loneliness.

It feels a bit strange to say this, doesn't it?

It was obvious that it was impossible for Hibiki Iruma to whisper or chat with Kouka Ijichi during class, but even so, when the person he should have been with disappeared, Hibiki Iruma felt as if a hole was missing in his heart, and the atmosphere in the classroom became strange and scary to him.

It was like waking up at night and suddenly finding yourself in a completely unfamiliar room.

This is roughly how Hibiki Iruma feels at this moment.

[Did Ijichi resolve the issue successfully? ]