Crossover anime, Hachiman's childhood friend's growth diary

Thinking of this, Hachiman shifted his gaze to the security-enabled electronic clock on the television.

It's still early, and Hikigaya's parents probably won't be home until around 7 o'clock, so it doesn't matter if he goes out to eat with Yashiro and the others now.

But I still feel like this isn't quite right...

"Hachiman, I happen to have a discount coupon for three people, so how about we come over together?"

Just as Hikigaya was struggling with his decision, Yashiro Manabu pulled a paper coupon out of his pocket.

What perfect timing...

He sighed silently to himself, then said:

“Master Yashiro, then I shall respectfully accept your invitation.”

"No need to be so polite, let's get ready and set off."

"OK!"

Hikigaya and Anna Hanami packed their bags. Before leaving, Manabu Yashiro went to the restroom.

Ten minutes later, the group walked to the ramen shop next door.

Because it was Yatsushiro Gakuen who was treating, Hikigaya felt embarrassed to order too much and only ordered a simple soy sauce ramen.

"Is this enough? Would you like some more char siu or something?" In front of the vending machine, Yashiro Manabu enthusiastically urged, "Don't worry about the price, since we're out here, let's eat more."

"No, this is enough for me."

232 Why are you looking at me like that?

Although the free meal was delicious, Hachiman felt that he hadn't eaten Yashiro Gaku's meal for nothing.

This is my way of getting back what I asked for in the last investigation... Thinking this, Hachiman pressed the confirm button on the vending machine, and after getting the receipt, he naturally gave up his seat to Anna Hanami behind him.

however.

Perhaps because she was extremely hungry, Anna showed no humility whatsoever as the one being treated. She first ordered a bowl of tonkotsu ramen based on her mood, and then ordered all the side dishes.

"Hey..."

Just as Hachiman was considering whether to dissuade the other party from their somewhat excessive behavior, Anna Hanami regretfully removed the side dishes, leaving only a serving of char siu pork.

It seems this child's brain hasn't been controlled by his stomach yet.

"Really, why are you two being so polite?"

Yatsushiro Gaku gave a wry smile. He could tell that the two kids in front of him had some concerns and had only ordered the cheapest dishes in order to save on their wages.

But don't underestimate him!

"Hey!"

The next moment, Yashiro took a deep breath, checked all the side dishes, and then pressed the confirm button.

"Oops, I accidentally ordered too much. Teacher has a small appetite. If you can't finish it, could you please ask Hachiman and Hanami to help you digest some?"

This guy is being way too deliberate...

While Hikigaya understands Yashiro's consideration for their feelings, it doesn't mean that others will willingly accept your kindness.

"It's okay, Mr. Yashiro, I'll definitely help you solve it!"

"what..."

Hearing Anna's confident voice, Hachiman was speechless.

Now that things had come to this, he couldn't very well spoil the fun for others, so he could only nod and say that he would help digest some of the side dishes.

The ramen was served quickly. It has to be said that Yashiro had a good eye for business; Hachiman quietly noted down the location of the restaurant.

...

In the following days, life returned to normal. Hanami Anna and Nijika became good friends without any problems. Through Nijika's introduction, Hanami Anna also met Nagasaki Motoyo, a fourth-year student.

of course.

Because Nagasaki Motoyo was a "latecomer," her relationship with Hanami Anna was only that of an ordinary friend, and she didn't get along nearly as well as she did with Nijika and the others.

During lunch break, the five of them often sit together and chat. Hachiman is occasionally forced to join in, but he usually eats alone elsewhere.

After the start of the school year, a week passed quickly, the summer vacation blues gradually faded, and Hachiman had fully adapted to the new school term.

After a class meeting, Nijika and Nishimiya Shoko were chatting around Hachiman's seat as usual when Yamada Ryo quietly walked over.

"Doraemon, come help me!"

"Sigh, here we go again..."

It seems that Nijika doesn't like this nickname, because whenever she hears it, it means that Yamada Ryo has gotten into some mess again.

"What happened this time?"

Perhaps to make it more convincing, Yamada Ryo feigned wiping away tears from the corners of his eyes and said pitifully:

"Sobbing, I have nowhere to train."

"train?"

"Yes, Bass."

"No, no, no, I don't understand what you're saying at all, Liang. Can't you speak properly?"

Yamada Ryo's nonsensical words left everyone confused, so Nijika pressed her for more information before learning that Yamada Ryo's constant piano practice at home, regardless of the time of day, had resulted in complaints from the neighbors.

As a result, her parents also ordered Yamada Ryo not to train at home for a period of time.

"Even though Liang's house is very big, will she still get complaints?"

Nishimiya Shoko held up her notebook with curiosity. Yamada Ryo's house was the largest residence she had ever seen, so in her imagination, it wouldn't matter if a live performance was held there.

Hongxia shared the same thought:

"Yeah, I remember Liang's house wasn't very big, so why did the neighbors complain about it?"

Ryo Yamada's family runs a hospital, so they live in a nice, upscale neighborhood with excellent soundproofing.

Moreover, the bass is one of the less disturbing instruments in the band. If it were replaced with a guitar or a brass instrument, wouldn't the neighbors just come over and attack?

"do not know."

Yamada Ryo blinked, also feeling somewhat puzzled.

"Could it be that you practiced too late at night and disturbed other people's sleep?"

"Two o'clock shouldn't be considered late, right?"

"Of course it's late!" Hongxia finally realized why the other party had been complained about. She said helplessly, "Why don't you go apologize to the neighbor and tell him not to train at night anymore?"

"No, if I show up now, I feel like the other side might just kill me."

Yamada Ryo looked trembling, as if he was afraid of being stabbed at any moment.

"So how long have you been arguing with her?!" Hongxia complained again. "But even if Liang says that, there's no suitable place for you to train at my house."

"I'm sorry, I can't either, my grandma is too old."

Nishimiya Shoko held up the notebook with a pained expression.

Yamada Ryo thought for a moment, then suddenly suggested, "Nijika, isn't your sister in a band?"

"Yes, but I'm not really sure where my sister used to train."

"Please, could you ask your sister for me? If I don't practice for a day, I'll forget how to play the bass!"

"It's not as exaggerated as you say," Hongxia said speechlessly. "I know, anyway, I'll go back and ask my sister today, and I'll tell you tomorrow, okay?"

"Ah."

Just when everyone thought the matter was over, Anna Hanami said something:

"It's cold. How about we come to my place and try it?"

"Huh?! Is that okay?!" Yamada Ryo's eyes lit up, and he instantly abandoned his best friend, rushing to Hanami Anna's side. "Anna, is it okay for your family to be here?"

Seeing Anna resting her chin on her hand in thought for a moment, then shaking her head:

"It should be fine, since all the neighbors next to our house have moved away, so it shouldn't be a problem in the short term."

Is there really such a good thing?

"Liang, is it a good thing to have no neighbors?"

Hongxia gave a bitter smile.

"Speaking of which, you know Hikigaya-kun, right?"

"Ugh?"

Realizing the conversation had inexplicably shifted to him, Hachiman, who had remained silent until now, looked confused. He opened his mouth as if to speak:

"what do you know?"

"Didn't you come to my house last time?"

"Oh, sorry, I forgot, and I wasn't paying attention to what was happening next door at the time."

Hachiman answered honestly, and then felt the gazes from all around him... No, why are you looking at me like that?

233 Mother and child are safe.

In addition to the obvious shock, the gazes of others also carried a faint hint of resentment, as if blaming Hachiman for going to see Anzu's house alone without telling them beforehand.

No, no, no, in the end there's no need to notify you specifically about such a small matter, is there?

Hachiman, having read everyone's thoughts, inwardly complained.

In his view, visiting Anna Hanami's house was just an ordinary thing, but under the intense gaze of everyone, Hikigaya couldn't help but turn his head away.

"Hachiman, let's interview you about your feelings. In that instant just now, did you feel that your lifespan had shortened by a second?"

Yamada Ryo chuckled, covering his mouth and leaning closer with a smug look on his face. He thought to himself, "Shouldn't a gossip reporter like this be fired on the spot?"

"No, I don't feel anything at all. Rather, it's more accurate to say that the lifespan of a normal person is constantly being shortened."

However, if we had the Star Platinum, perhaps our lives could have been extended. It's all that despicable, hypocritical priest's fault!

Upon hearing Hachiman's answer, Yamada Ryo immediately shook his head, his short blue hair swaying awkwardly in the air.

"No, no, no, that's not the point. Hachiman, you know what I'm talking about."

The small elbow kept poking at Hachiman's ribs, and the latter irritably dodged.

"I'm sorry, I really don't know."

Hearing this usual feigned ignorance, Yamada Ryo waved his hand with slight disappointment, his pale green eyes turning to the others: "Now that the evidence of Hachiman's infidelity has been collected, Judge Nijika, please convict him!"

Etc., etc!

This is clearly a false accusation!

"Oh, me?"

Hongxia was taken aback at first, seemingly not having fully accepted the fact that she was the judge. Seeing this, Yanami Anna silently stood up and gave her the seat.

"Judge Hongxia, please have a seat."

"...well?"

The blonde girl, who had been unwittingly appointed to the Supreme Court, seemed to feel the blessings of the law a few seconds later, coughing repeatedly and speaking in a low voice:

"How about a one-year...no, three-year punishment?"

"by!"

Before Hikigaya could voice his objections, Yamada Ryo, playing the executioner, pointed a revolver (with his finger) at the back of Hikigaya's head.

"Wait a minute, didn't Your Honor just say three years? How did it become the death penalty?!"

"Shut up! Bang!"

Using his mouth to mimic the sound of firing a gun, just like a Western cowboy, Yamada Ryo looked smugly at his revolver.

Then, seeing Hachiman's indifferent expression, the other person clicked their tongue in annoyance: