They are in the music show, but I am a stranger to them

The people at the agency even issued an ultimatum, an ultimatum that was absolutely unacceptable to everyone at [sumimi].

"If the malicious reputation of Sanjiao Chuhua intensifies to an uncontrollable level, then we will have to consider removing Sanjiao Chuhua from [sumimi] and letting it 'graduate' to ensure that most of [sumimi's] fans and popularity will not be lost."

…The words of the agency spokesperson are still echoing in Mana's mind. But Mana looks at the weak Chuhua and can't bear to tell her about this right now.

This is also why Mana looked so nervous when she saw Chuhua and Chen Qi walking together - she was really worried that if Chuhua's reputation deteriorated again, not only would her career prospects be ruined, but she would also leave [Sumimi] completely.

However, just when Mana was still thinking about how to convey her intention to Chen Qi in a subtle way and ask him not to be so close to Chuhua during this period, Chen Qi smiled and said in a relaxed manner:

"Since Mana is here, then Chuhua, let Mana and everyone at [sumimi] take care of you for the next period of time."

"I should also avoid suspicion and not cause you any trouble. I feel relieved enough to have Mana taking care of Chuhua."

粑｛物簱（'陆∧¨㈥_※san肆肆∏侕小≈说!￡Ｑuｎ： As he spoke, Chen Qi also took advantage of the situation and handed the hand that he was supporting Chuhua to Juntian Mana. At the moment he let go, he did not forget to whisper to Mana and Chuhua:

"If you're ever too busy again, feel free to contact me and I'll come right over."

However, as Chu Hua felt Chen Qi's large and warm hand gradually moving away from him, his heart, which had just recovered some strength, began to beat with reluctance.

But all her expressions were completely concealed by the mask and sunglasses, not revealing a single bit.

Chu Hua was also very clear that Chen Qi was already doing his best to help her while taking care of everything for her... She could no longer ask for more.

Therefore, Chu Hua also suppressed the slight reluctance in his heart, and after slightly pulling down his sunglasses, he also conveyed his goodwill to Chen Qi with his eyes, and whispered softly:

"...Well, goodbye then, Senior."

"See you."

Chen Qi also responded gently, waved his hand, and slowly turned away, leaving the two girls behind him waving goodbye to him.

However, at the moment when Chen Qi turned around, the sound of the horns of the vehicles on the street seemed to cover up the sound in the corner. In the afternoon, Chen Qi, Chu Hua and Mana, no one noticed the flash of light...

PS: First chapter today!

I recovered a little from the IV drip yesterday. There might be a second chapter tonight, just like yesterday. If it’s not out by 10pm, everyone can go to sleep (bang bang bang!)

106∨０４. ‰105′∫０５∩ˇ肿≠≥ｚHUaｎQUN:Volume : Chapter Chapter : Mu's decisive kill, Aiyin and Deng's failure

"I'm back……"

It was not until night that Chen Qi returned to Aiyin's home from Chuhua. However, this time, Chen Qi unexpectedly did not return to his own cabin first, but stepped into Aiyin's home first.

As for the reason, it was because Chen Qi received a message from Chihaya Aine on his way back. Especially the content of the message made Chen Qi feel a little nervous.

Aiyin: [Qi Ge, when you get home, come to my living room first. I'll be waiting for you there. We have to talk about some things face to face!]

To be honest, Chen Qi has been boarding at Aiyin's house for such a long time. Among the messages Aiyin sent him, there were those of a spoiled child, those of concern, those of angrily tantrums, and those of pitiful requests for help. However, this was the first time that he had received such a direct "threat" as today's.

This also made Chen Qi somewhat uneasy along the way, because he could tell from the message that Aiyin had said that during the half day he had been taking care of Chuhua, Aiyin seemed to be resentful towards him.

Could it be that the news that he was looking after Mikado Hatsuka was passed on to Aine by Deng Hemu? Did Aine get jealous?

This guess was completely confirmed when Chen Qi pushed open the door of Aiyin's house and saw Aiyin sitting on the sofa with a sulky face and legs crossed.

Yue "Brother Qi." Ai Yin, with a puffy face, had the words "I'm unhappy" written all over her face. After seeing Chen Qi, she showed her two little canine teeth without any concealment, patted the sofa next to her, and said unhappily:

F "Sit here. I have something to ask you."

E Chen Qi: "...Why do I feel like you, Aiyin, don't respect me as much as before? You were so clingy to me in the morning, why are you so angry in the evening?"

iAinyin: "Who is clinging to you! Who wants to cling to a playboy like you?! Humph~"

However, Aiyin, who had been shy because of the kiss for almost the entire morning, was now exposed by Chen Qi, and her cheeks turned red with embarrassment.

However, although Aiyin was extremely embarrassed and annoyed, she would occasionally glance at Chen Qi who was approaching her. But when she found that he did not sit next to her, she could not help but feel even more dissatisfied.

⑻So, looking at Chen Qi, who was sitting on the same sofa with her but a little distance away, Aiyin pouted her lips, moved her hips slightly, and moved closer to Chen Qi.

"啎..." Chen Qi noticed Aiyin's actions and silently moved a little to the side.

Qi After a while, Aiyin followed up.

Just like that, in less than a minute, Chen Qi was forced to the edge of the sofa. He only felt the girl's slightly hot body pressed tightly against him again, and her whole body leaned towards Chen Qi's shoulder.

liu "Oh..." Feeling Ai Yin clinging to him tightly, the irresistible Chen Qi sighed helplessly. Although he did not move, he could hardly hide his inner turmoil and his usual preference for Ai Yin.

Three is really killing me.

④ Although Chen Qi and Ain were not officially dating, after the conversation in the kitchen this morning, Chen Qi understood that before he gave up Deng’s pursuit and agreed to Ain’s confession, an offensive like this from Ain was absolutely necessary.

However, Aiyin was also very sensible. She knew that these things could not be revealed in front of Deng and Mu, so she had to find another way and look for such opportunities to secretly improve her relationship with the person she liked.

⑵Moreover, Aine obviously learned from Takamatsu Deng's lesson and understood what advantages she had over Deng.

In front of Deng, Chen Qi dared not make any movement at all, because it was too easy for Deng to accumulate pressure in his heart, and when it exploded, the noise was often extremely loud.

But Aiyin is different. She will speak out when she is dissatisfied. In front of Chen Qi, she cannot hide too much of her inner thoughts.

Therefore, compared to Deng, there is indeed less estrangement between Chen Qi and Ain. It is not only because Chen Qi and Ain do not have the relationship of sworn siblings, but also because Chen Qi himself feels that he owes Ain a lot. Therefore, even though he may have concerns and deliberately restrain his actions, he has no reason to refuse Ain's offensive.

This is really a strange relationship... Even if Chen Qi didn't want to admit it, he knew that his current behavior seemed to be no different from two-timing.

"So, what happened?" Chen Qi calmed down and asked softly while looking at Aiyin who was clinging to him.

However, it would have been fine if Chen Qi didn't mention it. Once he mentioned it, Aiyin was filled with grievances and wanted to pour out to Chen Qi. She hugged Chen Qi's arm in dissatisfaction and muttered:

"Brother Qi, you already have me pursuing you. It's already annoying enough to have another Tomorin. I still have to tolerate a special sister like Xiaomu... Why does Brother Qi still want to flirt with other girls?"

"What is the relationship between Sanjiao Chuhua and Brother Qi? Why did Tomorin tell me that Brother Qi, as soon as you heard that she was sick, you took the initiative to visit her? She and Brother Qi are clearly in a cooperative relationship..."

As expected. Chen Qi had long guessed that Aiyin was upset because of Chuhua. While he laughed dumbly, he also reached out and gently stroked Aiyin's long pink hair, and said in a comforting voice:

"Although it was just one collaboration, Aiyin, you may not know, right? During that collaboration, Chuhua risked her career to help me. Do you know what Chuhua would have faced if our performance had failed to conquer all the audiences at that time?"

Aine: "Of course I know about this kind of thing... He's an idol after all. And Sankaku-san did help Nozomi-san a lot..."

Aiyin is a person who loves to chase stars. She is of course familiar with Triangle Chuhua and even follows Chuhua on the Internet. It is not an exaggeration to say that Chuhua is Aiyin's idol.

However, it was precisely because of this that Aiyin was so wary of Mikado Chuhua, because she was always paying attention to the developments on the Internet, and she knew that Chuhua's reputation during this period was related to her brother Qi.

"But, when I saw so many people online speculating about your relationship with Chu Hua, Brother Qi, I just felt uncomfortable..."

Aiyin also lowered her voice and muttered in dissatisfaction.

However, what bothered Aiyin the most was not the speculation on the internet about the ambiguous relationship between Chen Qi and Chu Hua, nor the emotional and harsh words of the crazy fans who could not accept that their idol had a close relationship with the opposite sex.

Rather, they are a group of netizens who, after experiencing the performance of "Gray and Blue" and the incident in which Chu Hua recruited people to Chen Qi's Live, felt that the two actually had a special understanding. Even if there was a little spark of love between the two, they would just watch the fun and even wanted to add fuel to the fire.

Although such voices were rare, in the eyes of Aiyin, who was completely focused on Chen Qi, they were particularly eye-catching.

Hum, how come Brother Qi and Chuhua are such a good match? Obviously, "Gray and Blue" is Brother Qi's original song, so Chuhua is still riding on Brother Qi's fame...

However, Aiyin could only say these words in her heart. She also understood that Chuhua had been a great help to Chen Qi. Even if she was dissatisfied with the voices on the Internet, she could not say bad things about Chuhua.

She was just worried that she would have another rival, especially one who was like her, and who did not have the restrictions of being sworn brothers and sisters with Brother Qi, and who might even be the type that Brother Qi liked in his heart...

"Brother Qi, you don't really like Sanjiao Chuhua, do you?" Aiyin's heart was getting more and more uneasy. She looked at Chen Qi nervously, and even her hands holding Chen Qi's arms couldn't help but tighten a little...

Chen Qi also laughed and tapped Aiyin's forehead, saying, "Little idiot, I don't know what to do with just you and Deng, how dare I have such an idea?"

Aiyin: "Wow... that's not necessarily true. Brother Qi, you are too soft-hearted. If a beautiful girl like Chuhua really confessed to you, would you still be able to refuse? Humph~"

However, having said that, after hearing Chen Qi openly deny it, Aiyin felt relieved. She eventually regained her usual smile, leaned comfortably on Chen Qi's shoulder, and let him stroke her hair.

Only at this moment did Aiyin feel from the bottom of her heart that the brother Qi whom she loved belonged to her again.

There were no lights here for the time being, and no little Sousuｏ:⑨）∥⑷√→吧⒉￡〖si‰'弎三跉㈤睦 to interfere, so she could finally possess him with peace of mind.

After enjoying the warmth for a moment, Aiyin felt much more comfortable in her heart and gradually returned to the way she used to get along with Chen Qi. She had no worries in front of Chen Qi and told him all the unpleasant things that happened to her today.

But what frustrates Aine the most is the matter of the two girls who stay at her house.

"Brother Qi, do you think Xiao Mu really hates me?" Ai Yin asked Chen Qi in a rather aggrieved tone:

"I've been so nice to Xiaomu, Brother Qi, but you don't know that Xiaomu didn't eat a single bite for lunch and dinner today. If she hadn't drunk some juice, I would have suspected that she was really a doll."

"...Xiao Mu, you still can't eat?"

When Chen Qi received this news, his eyelids twitched unconsciously. He began to realize the seriousness of the matter.

Chen Qi, Deng and Mu had only moved into Aiyin's house for two days when Mu showed signs of being extremely uncomfortable.

During this period of time, Mu was more taciturn than ever before, except to Chen Qi. Facing Aine, Deng, and the Chihaya couple, who he either didn't know well or didn't like, Mu couldn't even eat or sleep well.

Only this morning, under Chen Qi's care, did Mu reluctantly eat something, but it seemed that because Deng was with Chen Qi, Mu did not eat much.

"I've tried to ask Xiaomu many times, but Xiaomu always refuses." Aiyin was also quite depressed, but there was more worry in her eyes.

Although she was affected by Mu's reprimand, Aiyin did not hate Wakaba Mu for being angry because of Chen Qi. On the contrary, it was precisely because Mu, like herself, regarded Chen Qi as his everything that Aiyin actually hoped to have a good relationship with Mu.

In particular, Mu is different from Deng. Compared to Deng, who has impure motives after crossing the line of brother and sister, Mu, who just follows Chen Qi silently, is more like the ideal "Qi's sister" in Aine's heart.

Let’s put it this way, ever since she officially declared war on Deng, Aine would rather allow herself to live with Qi Ge and Mu in the future than to accept Deng again.

Therefore, despite several setbacks, Aiyin still cares about Mu. After all, this is her "sister" who may help her in the future. So she said to Chen Qi with worry:

"Brother Qi, this won't work... Xiaomu's body won't be able to handle it. You have to persuade her."

"——I will go and have a peaceful talk now."

Of course Chen Qi was also anxious. He had promised Mr. Ruoye that he would take good care of Mu, but now Mu was by his side, losing his appetite and sleep, and becoming thinner day by day. How could he feel at ease?

Even without Mr. Ruoye, Mu was someone Chen Qi would never let down. Mu had given up everything and chosen to stay with him, so how could he let Mu suffer any injustice?

"Is Mu in the cabin?" Chen Qi asked with a little more anxiety in his tone as he pulled Aiyin beside him.

“It should be by the swing.” Aiyin was of course paying attention to Mu’s every move, and soon, she and Chen Qi trotted towards the swing in the courtyard.

With Aine's guidance, the two of them quickly came to the swing in the courtyard, and soon they found Wakaba Mutsu who was sitting on the swing, not saying a word, as expressionless and motionless as a puppet.

However, beside Mu, Takamatsu Deng also accompanied him with a worried look on his face. After seeing his brother and Aine coming together, Takamatsu Deng's eyes finally showed a hint of joy and he called softly:

"Brother, you are finally back."

"..." After hearing that Chen Qi had returned, Mu Cai, who had been keeping her head down and silent, finally reacted. In the dark night, her dim eyes seemed to flicker with a few glimmers. When she saw Chen Qi approaching her, she subconsciously called out softly, saying:

"pray……"

With this call, Mu jumped down from the swing lightly. But at the moment when his feet touched the ground, he felt his body soften and the scenery in front of him turned black...

But after a while, Mu did not feel her body falling to the cold ground. On the contrary, she felt a warm touch that she had been familiar with for a long time and was gently wrapped around her...

"Mu...what happened to you?"

At this moment, in front of Aiyin and Deng, Chen Qi knelt on one knee and hugged Mu's delicate body. Feeling the soft, boneless and weak body of Mu in his arms, he felt a wave of pain in his heart.

Did I still not take good care of Mu? I was already so overwhelmed by the issues concerning Deng and Aine, but I also ignored Mu's feelings?

Under the strong sense of guilt, Chen Qi hugged Mu's body gently, and couldn't help but asked Mu with a trembling voice:

"Mu, if there is anything I have done poorly, please tell me, okay? Don't torture yourself like this, and don't keep everything in your heart without saying it out loud."

"As long as it's what you said, as long as I can do it, I will try my best to do it. I promised that I would never abandon you for the rest of my life. I will never forget it, Mu."

lifetime……

Yes, this is all I really want.

Even if it's just a hug, just a moment of warmth, as long as he can briefly look at me, I will be satisfied.

But, when did it all start? Was it because of Deng's confession, or because of the ambiguous relationship between Aiyin and Qi?

Once again, I began to fear that this warm feeling might leave me again.

In order to regain this bit of warmth, I even...actually did the most despicable thing in my past self's life.

What is the difference between what I did and what Takamatsu Deng did back then?

But... Mu didn't regret it.

As long as he could rescue Qi from this man-eating den of evil, as long as he could break free from the shackles on Qi's body, Mu was willing to say these false words and pay the price for his actions.

Because, in her heart, there is only him.

"...I'm sorry, Qi." Mu's silent heart finally became active again in Chen Qi's warm embrace. At this moment, even his voice was filled with emotion. He murmured calmly but movingly:

"I don't want Qi to worry about me. I thought I could adapt to it."

"I clearly know that Qi will never abandon me, but I am still afraid. I still feel that Qi seems to be getting further and further away from me..."

"I clearly know that I am not the most important person in Qi's heart. I have clearly accepted this reality, but I still..."

However, gradually, Mu stopped talking, perhaps because he was too weak after a day of hunger, or maybe he simply felt that he should not continue talking. After all, Takamatsu Deng and Aine were still listening and watching this scene.

However, Mu's words still caused Aine and Takamatsu Deng to fall into silence.

Aiyin was okay, she was just a little discouraged because she still didn't have Mu's trust. But Deng, who had chatted with Mu once before, was deeply affected by Mu's words.