The stubborn Takamatsu lamp pounced on the spirited young girl in front of her.

"Tomori, what are you doing all of a sudden?!"

Shiina Riki was caught off guard and never expected that the adorable little animal would show such proactive aggression. With Takamatsu Akari pinned down, her mind went completely blank!

"Does Lixi want me to touch her?"

Takamatsu Akari continued talking to herself, without waiting for Shiina Ritsuki's reply. Her gentle hand touched the girl's swan-like white neck, and Shiina Ritsuki's body stiffened instantly, her mind going blank.

Everything happened in the blink of an eye, and her face flushed slightly due to the hazy atmosphere.

"I can kiss Lixi."

Takamatsu Akari stared at Shiina Tatsuki's lips and pressed them against hers, as if she were making a trivial little gesture.

"!!!"

Shiina Ritsuki felt her body stiffen, wanting to resist but unable to move. Takamatsu Akari's strength was surprisingly great, firmly pinning her down. Ritsuki, who had never experienced anything like this before, was completely blank-minded and at a loss.

The first kiss she had envisioned was nothing like the romantic scenes depicted in idol dramas. Gao Songdeng's actions were rough and direct, making Lixi feel extremely uncomfortable and panicked. What terrified her even more was that he seemed to be further invading her personal space.

But this can't go on... absolutely not!

However, ideals are beautiful, but reality is harsh.

Shiina Riki put up a stubborn resistance for three seconds before being completely defeated. He could only feel an unusual and strange sensation on his cheek before... he succumbed.

Time seemed to freeze at that moment, and she was oblivious to it. When she came to her senses again, her eyes were already filled with tears, and she began to breathe heavily the instant their lips parted.

"Tomori, you..."

She wanted to say words of blame, even insults, but the words stuck in her throat. As for Tomori, she... didn't know what to do now.

My feelings are both joyful and complicated. I'm happy because Tomori truly has her in his heart, and I've done everything I could, but what's complicated is...

This tenderness doesn't belong to her alone.

"Lixi, I'm so sorry, did I hurt you?"

Gao Songdeng reverted to her harmless penguin form and asked with a concerned expression.

A gentle call came from beside his ear, and Shiina Riki was momentarily lost in thought.

If she hadn't just witnessed Tomori's irritable and proactive behavior, she would have found it hard to connect the Tomori she knew now with the person she had just met!

But the truth is... both Tomori and Tomori are Tomori.

A completely different Tomori appeared before her.

"So what if you hurt me? Will Tomori apologize?" Shiina Riki replied coyly.

"I will apologize."

Takamatsu Akari grasped Shiina Tatsuki's hands, her face full of regret.

Anything that makes Lixi happy is fine! The only condition is that we can't have another one-way choice like before!

That one is the only one that won't do!

"You admit your mistake well, but you're determined not to change your behavior, right?" Shiina Tatsuki felt a moment of speechlessness, but upon reflection, he suddenly felt a little relieved.

Ultimately, Tomori really is that kind of person.

Once you've made up your mind about something, you'll put it into practice. You might try to avoid things along the way, but your attitude won't easily change. Not even her.

"So, what are you planning to do next, Tomori?"

With her mind in turmoil, Shiina Tatsuki decided to abandon rational thinking. She and Tomori had done everything they needed to; as for the future, she'd leave that to Tomori to figure out herself.

tomori needs to take responsibility!!!

When Takamatsu Akari heard Shiina Tatsuki's question, a resolute glint flashed in her eyes.

It's quite obvious from Li Xi's attitude that her... attitude and behavior are not correct or reasonable.

Even so, Takamatsu Tomori still chooses a future where everyone can be together.

We can't run away anymore. Since we've chosen this path... we must take responsibility and be accountable to everyone.

She took a deep breath, gripped Shiina Tatsuki's hand tightly, and said earnestly:

"Lixi, I know my request is selfish and greedy. But I really don't want to lose you... and I don't want to lose Aine either. You..."

They are all irreplaceable to me.

Greedy? Yes, greedy. But if emotions cause the band to become unstable again, making it impossible to form a band for life, then even if he is accused of being greedy and avaricious, Gao Songdeng is willing to accept it.

"I don't know what the future holds, but I will try my best not to make anyone sad."

"So, Lixi, if you ever need my help, just tell me!"

"This is something I should take responsibility for and do!"

Promises made carry weight, which is why they must be kept!

The band is important, Aiyin Lixi is important, and building a band together for life is also important! These are things Gaosong Deng doesn't want to give up!

"Tomori, you're too greedy."

"Just consider it my greed."

"Tomori is a scumbag."

"Then just consider me one, as long as Lixi doesn't leave or hate me... But what is a 'scumbag girl'?"

"Girls like Tomori."

Shiina Riki raised his right hand, wanting to physically intimidate Takamatsu Akari, but ultimately gave up.

Tomori's soft body and head probably can't withstand a beating, right?

Unable to bear seeing Tomori get hurt, Shiina Tatsuki sighed.

Now that things have come to this, it seems there's no turning back.

In a band, we move forward together in a daze, and while we enjoy this feeling, we are also lost for a lifetime... That's probably how it is.

Shiina Tatsuki's heart was in turmoil, and eventually these thoughts unconsciously turned into actions.

"Lixi?"

Takamatsu Akari was pinned down by Shiina Tatsuki.

“Shut up, Tomori. You said it yourself, I need you now…”

The black-haired girl blushed, her expression brooking no argument.

Now she's going to start charging interest on Gao Songdeng!

P.S.: I couldn't hold back and it got rejected by the reviewers. I've made some changes.

Volume 2 continues!: Chapter 130 A Joke

Shiina Riki's fingertips gently brushed across Takamatsu Akari's cheek, as if confirming the reality before her.

Takamatsu's eyes widened slightly, like a startled little animal, yet also filled with a certain expectation. Her breathing became rapid, her chest rising and falling with her heartbeat, as if silently responding to Riki's approach.

What is Lixi going to do to her?

“Lixi…” Gao Songdeng’s voice was barely audible, with a slight tremor.

"Shhh."

Shiina Tatsuki pressed her index finger against Takamatsu Akari's lips, her face flushed.

“This is what you owe me, Tomori.”

Saying things like "I don't care what you do to Tomori if necessary" comes at a price.

Her fingers slid down her neckline, her fingertips gently brushing against Takamatsu's collarbone, and she felt a slight tremor between her fingers.

Is Tomori enduring it?

"Lixi, I... like this..." Gao Songdeng's voice was intermittent, and a faint blush appeared on his cheeks.

"What... what's wrong?"

"So, is this all the determination Tomori has?"

Shiina Riki's voice carried a hint of mockery as her fingers continued downwards, gently tracing Takamatsu Akari's waist.

"Didn't you say that you'd be there whenever I needed you?"

Upon hearing Li Xi's somewhat provocative remarks, Gao Songdeng's breathing became even more rapid. Her fingers gripped the girl's clothes tightly as she tried to control her emotions.

"I...I'll be there."

"Let Lixi do whatever she wants!"

Gao Songdeng's voice was weak, but it carried an undeniable determination. Then she closed her eyes, and her body stopped trembling.

Even if, even if something worse is done to me... I can accept it as long as it's Lixi!

Shiina Tatsuki paused slightly, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.

Finally, she lowered her head, her forehead gently touching Gao Songdeng's forehead, their breaths mingling, carrying a certain ambiguous warmth.

"Tomori, you're such a big idiot."

Shiina Tatsuki's voice was soft, yet tinged with helplessness.

She had only meant to tease Tomori, but it seemed that Tomori took her joke completely seriously.

The black-haired girl was starting to regret it; had she gone a little too far?

“I should do what I say, at least... I want to be an honest person in front of Lixi.”

"Even if he's an idiot, it doesn't matter."

Takamatsu's voice was choked with emotion.

Just as the two were enjoying a sweet moment together, a crisp knock on the door abruptly broke the ambiguous atmosphere.

"Lixi, Gaosong, are you really going out for dinner?"

"Come here, sister is here!"

"..."

Shiina Ritsuki scrambled out of bed in a panic, straightening her shirt, which was disheveled from her playful fight with Takamatsu Akari. Takamatsu Akari wasn't in much better shape; she was momentarily stunned and looked fearfully at the bedroom door, afraid that Shiina Maki would suddenly burst in at any moment.

"Sigh, so that's what makes Tomori so bad~"

They have good action-taking ability, but their ability to adapt to changing circumstances is somewhat lacking.

"Tomori, come and sit down."

Shiina Tatsuki stretched out her hand, gesturing for Takamatsu Akari to come closer to her.

When Takamatsu Akari heard Shiina Tatsuki's call, she was slightly taken aback, and then a faint blush appeared on her face. She softly hummed in agreement and slowly twisted her body on the bed, moving to a position where Tatsuki could touch her.

"Don't move, let me help you tidy up."

Shiina Riki's fingers gently stroked Takamatsu Akari's collar, the movement delicate and concise, as if she were handling a precious treasure.

Her fingertips occasionally brushed against Takamatsu's neck, bringing a slightly cool sensation that made him involuntarily shrink back.

"It's a little itchy..."

Shiina Riki didn't look up, still focused on straightening Takamatsu Akari's collar, gently smoothing out every wrinkle with her fingers. Her movements were slow and meticulous, as if she were enjoying the process.

"Okay, it's all sorted out."

Five minutes later, Shiina Tatsuki withdrew her hand, looking at her "work" with satisfaction. Takamatsu Akari's collar was impeccably neat, just as it had been when she entered!

"Thank you, Lixi."

"No need to thank me. I also have some responsibility for Tomori's clothes being in this state."

Shiina Riki coughed twice, blushing, walked to the bedside, and opened the locked bedroom door.

Today's memory of her...

I doubt I'll ever forget it!

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