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

"Qi, you didn't leave me...you are still by my side..."

"... idiot, how can I leave like this?" After hearing Mu's sobbing, the exhausted Chen Qi instinctively wanted to raise his arms to wipe away the heartbreaking tears of this "three-no" girl, but he found that he was unable to do so.

But even so, Chen Qi still spoke with difficulty, and immediately comforted Mu, who was closest to him, and whispered softly:

"I'm sorry... for making you worry..."

"I'm glad Qi is okay." After wiping away his tears, Mu smiled with relief as if he had survived a disaster. He was still unwilling to let go of Chen Qi's hand, and his voice was trembling. He replied:

"I can't even imagine what I would do if you were gone..."

This time, Mu was really scared. She had to work with Xiangzi to find Chen Qi's whereabouts just because he was taken away by Chuhua.

Mu Ben thought that, with her understanding of Chen Qi and the fate of her first meeting with Chen Qi half a year ago, she should be able to find Chen Qi before Xiangzi.

But the final result was far beyond Mu's expectations. She had expected Chu Hua to drag Chen Qi to the fireworks festival, so she headed straight for the nearest fireworks viewing area in Ikebukuro District. However, she could not find any trace of Chen Qi and Chu Hua there.

Just when Mu was at a loss and couldn't find any trace of the two, she unexpectedly received a call from Chu Hua. Chu Hua on the other end of the phone told Mu a piece of news in a rapid crying voice that made her brain go blank.

Chen Qi was injured. Not only did he lose a lot of blood, but he also fell into a coma.

When Mu learned the news, he completely lost his judgment and did not even think about why Chen Qi was injured. Since he arrived at the hospital, he has been staying by Chen Qi's side and was unwilling to leave even for a moment.

And now, looking at Chen Qi, whose face was a little pale due to excessive blood loss but who was finally awake, Mu's heart was finally at ease, but at the same time, he unconsciously felt a little more nervous about having lost and regained.

"What are you talking about? Nothing has happened to me yet, Mu."

However, before Mu could take action to remedy his nervousness, at the comforting voice of Chen Qi, two other beautiful figures came to Chen Qi's side at the first time. One of them immediately took over Mu's position and tightly grasped Chen Qi's hand.

Because the two were so excited and their movements were too dramatic, the petite Mu was pushed aside.

For a moment, Mu's little face unconsciously turned dark. He looked at the two slim figures, but after pursing his lips, he was unable to take any next step.

"Qi, that's great...you're okay..."

"Xiao Qi! You scared me to death!"

Chen Qi: "Chuhua... Sister Miaomeng?"

When he saw those two familiar faces staring at him with tears in their eyes, his heart felt slightly warmed. He also quickly realized that something was wrong with his current situation, and immediately asked them:

"Chuhua, Sister Miaomeng, how long have I been unconscious?"

"It won't be long, Xiao Qi, just go to sleep peacefully. Sister Miao Meng will help you deal with the things here." Miao Meng looked at her pale brother with a distressed look on her face, gently stroking Chen Qi's forehead and explaining:

"When Xiao Chuhua and I saw you chasing Xiangzi, we followed you all the way. But when we finally found you, you and Xiangzi had already fallen to the ground!"

"This is all thanks to Miss Miao Meng." Chu Hua looked at the awakened Chen Qi. She was still frightened but could not hide her joy. She tried hard to hold back the tears in her eyes and sobbed as she said to Chen Qi who was so close to her:

"I had no idea what to do at the time... It was Miss Meow Meng who called an ambulance, so Qi was able to get treatment so quickly."

As he spoke, Chu Hua unconsciously looked at Chen Qi's bandaged arms, and in his amethyst-like eyes, he could not hide his distressed expression as he said:

"Qi, your arm was stabbed by the bridge's fence. The wound is not very deep. The doctor has already stitched you up. And I have confirmed with the doctor that these injuries are unlikely to affect your performance ability. As long as you recover well, you will be fine."

"…I'm sorry for making you worry."

Listening to Chu Hua's endless care, even though Chen Qi still felt very weak, he still tried to force a smile and gave his softest look to the girl who confessed to him and gave him the utmost care.

However, it would have been better if Chen Qi had not said it. His words seemed to stimulate the soft spot in Chu Hua's heart that had been suppressed for a long time. After a while, Chen Qi discovered that the tears falling from Chu Hua's eyes were becoming more and more.

However, Chu Hua did not cry loudly, nor did she react excessively. She just wiped away her tears, deliberately showing an extremely gentle expression, and said to Chen Qi word by word:

"Qi, promise me that from now on, no matter what you want to do, don't let me worry like this again, okay?"

"I... just realized my feelings for you, and I don't want to lose you like this."

"...I'm sorry." Looking at Chu Hua who was crying, Chen Qi didn't know what to say for a moment and could only nod dejectedly.

However, at this moment, Mu and Miao Mengqin on the side trembled unconsciously after hearing Chu Hua's words. Obviously, they just learned about Er's death from Chu Hua's words: some news that they were very concerned about.

But at this moment, Chu Hua was concentrating on looking at the boy whom he had confessed to a few hours ago and whom he liked from the bottom of his heart. He didn't care about Mu and Miao Mengqin's expressions at all. Instead, there was a hint of solemnity in his eyes, and he said in a gentle voice:

"Qi, you must promise me that you won't do such impulsive things again."

"If you leave me like this, I will... bring you back."

Chen Qi: “…”

Chen Qi was a little scared.

In particular, he felt that Chu Hua's expression did not seem to be joking. Faced with this black hole-level relationship comparable to that of his sister Gao Songdeng, Chen Qi did not know whether he should be happy or feel scared.

Chen Qi could have said that he was injured while trying to save Xiangzi. Compared to this injury, if Xiangzi really fell into the sea and committed suicide, then he would be the one who could never forgive himself.

In particular, the dream he had made him vaguely feel that this dream was not groundless.

But looking at the gentle yet resolute Sanjiao Chuhua, Chen Qi did not dare to express his feelings. He could only nod silently, and then under Chuhua's satisfied eyes, he changed the subject and asked:

"...Chuhua, where's Xiangzi? Why don't I see her?"

Although most people who have been prevented from committing suicide would find it difficult to have the courage to commit suicide a second time in a short period of time, Chen Qi still cares about Xiangzi's current mental state.

However, after Chen Qi said this, the three girls in the ward looked at each other and fell into a strange silence. In the end, it was Miao Mengqin who broke the silence and said to Chen Qi indifferently:

"Don't worry, Xiangzi is outside the ward now... She doesn't want to come in. She said she doesn't know how to face you."

"Don't worry about Xiangzi, Xiaoqi. The anesthetic effect on you hasn't worn off yet. Just have a good rest today."

"As for Xiangzi's matter..." At this point, Miao Mengqin paused for a moment, then gave Chen Qi a perfect business smile and said word by word:

"We'll take good care of her for you."

Chen Qi: "...Don't embarrass Xiangzi, Sister Miao Meng, please."

Although Chen Qi didn't think that Miao Mengqin could do anything to Xiangzi with Chuhua and Mu around, he was still worried and gave one more warning to avoid any unexpected consequences.

It's a pity that Chen Qi still doesn't know that Mu, whom he thought would stand on Xiangzi's side, is actually the one who wants to settle accounts with Xiangzi once and for all because of this matter.

"Well, take a good rest today, Qi." Chuhua, on the other hand, didn't have so many thoughts. After all, she still felt guilty towards Xiangzi, especially after witnessing Xiangzi's suicide, she began to doubt whether her confession to Chen Qi was the right choice.

Did I... almost force Xiaoxiang to death? I am really a bad person...

But, this was the only time in my life that I chose to pursue the happiness I wanted, and it caused such a huge consequence... Can't she really pursue everything she wants?

This question lingered in Chu Hua's mind, making her feel even more miserable...

She⑨…＠lin≯④⑻⊥4二氿０武肿⊥转: She also felt that maybe she should have a good talk with Xiaoxiang.

But now is not the time, at least, these things cannot happen in front of Qi.

"Qi, don't worry, we will all be here today. We have already explained to your sisters, and they will be here soon."

Chen Qi: "Don't tell Deng and the others - forget it..."

However, Chen Qi, who didn't want Deng and the others to hear about this matter, and didn't want them to worry about him, chose to give up after thinking about it - after all, his injuries would not heal in a few days, and Deng and the others would know sooner or later.

Chen Qi’s main worry was that Deng and the others would blame Xiangzi for this… If Xiangzi suffered a mental breakdown again, he wouldn’t be able to bring Xiangzi back in his current state.

Therefore, before being knocked down by the fatigue brought by the anesthetic, Chen Qi tried his best to hold up the last bit of strength and said to Chu Hua, Mu and Miao Mengqin:

"If Deng and the others come...let Xiangzi go home first. Don't let any bigger misunderstandings happen before I sober up."

"…Yes, we will."

However, this time their answers sounded somewhat insincere no matter what. Unfortunately, Chen Qi, who was knocked out by the aftereffects of the anesthetic, no longer had the energy to consider the details.

He was really about to be crushed, both mentally and physically.

After Chen Qi fell asleep quietly, Mu, Miao Mengqin and Chu Hua looked at each other, then tiptoed out of the single room and closed the door tightly.

As soon as they walked out of the room, they all turned their gazes to Toyokawa Shoko, who was sitting quietly beside them and looking at them in the same way.

However, these four girls, who could be said to have a close relationship with him, regardless of whether they were good or bad, were silent for a while and didn't know what to say. Xiangzi didn't know how to explain it all. In the end, he had to lower his proud head and admit his mistake in the most humble manner.

"...I'm sorry, Mu, Chuhua, and Miss Youtiansi. Because of me... Chen Qi was hurt again."

"I won't ask you to forgive me. I also know what I should do... This time, I will stay away from you."

“——You should have done this a long time ago, Xiangzi.”

However, what Chu Hua, who was reluctant to speak, and Miao Mengqin, who couldn't help but speak, did not expect was that Ruo Yemu, who was usually the most silent and emotionless, spoke with a sense of aggression and hostility when facing Xiangzi, and said coldly:

"You should have stayed as far away from him as possible a long time ago, but why do you still appear in front of him now and influence his life and decisions?"

"Now, Qi is lying in the hospital bed because of you, and now you want to just leave?"

"——It's too late."

Mu said the last sentence with some gritted teeth, which frightened Miao Mengqin, who was already wary of Xiangzi, and Chu Hua, who had a good relationship with both of them.

The always calm Xiao Mu actually showed such a scary expression...

"Xiao Xiang." However, although she did not have as strong hostility as Mu, this time, Chu Hua silently chose to stand on Mu's side. She looked at the childhood sweetheart in front of her, who was also her biggest rival in love and the ex-girlfriend of the person she liked and was most difficult to give up, and she still extended her invitation for a detailed discussion.

"I think we should also talk about the matter of 9⒋＄㈧∠↑栮≈）⒋⑶⑶粦武肿)…ｚｈＵａnqun:祈."

"I know, Xiaoxiang, you are very bothered by my relationship with Qi, but what happened today... I think we have to put an end to it."

Chuhua didn't want Xiangzi to commit suicide again because he couldn't bear the blow while she was dating Chen Qi. By then, not only would she lose her childhood sweetheart, but Qi's relationship with her would also come to an end because of Xiangzi's death.

Chu Hua didn't want such a result, so she had to do something.

She didn't expect to be able to keep Xiangzi and Chen Qi at the same time, because Chuhua had already made plans for the worst... That was to say a heartbreaking farewell to this friendship for the sake of her own love.

At least, losing friendship is more acceptable to her than losing Xiaoxiang and Chen Qi, right?

However, just as Chuhua was thinking this, and the silent Xiangzi was about to accept it, suddenly, a burst of hurried footsteps coming from the corridor quickly attracted the attention of all of them.

The first person who walked into their sight was undoubtedly Takamatsu Deng, who looked so panicked that he could hardly control himself.

"lamp……"

"elder brother!"

However, in the face of Xiangzi's call, Deng, who had just received the news that Chen Qi was injured from Chuhua and others, had no time to respond. Instead, he quickly came to the ward and through the only transparent glass on the ward door, he saw clearly the condition of Chen Qi on the bed in the room.

Just with just one glance, the eyes of the breathless Takamatsu Deng became a little dazed. After a moment of distraction, she subconsciously turned her gaze to the person present, Toyokawa Shoko, whom she should be most familiar with.

　⑨「▲掕♀≤4※◇釟（【⑷粫〔§⒐=〕棂⒌蒐￥）索=)ｑＵＮ： "Xiangzi...Brother, what happened to him?"

"Light, I..."

But before Xiangzi could explain clearly, there was another flurry of hurried footsteps. On the other side of the corridor, Nagasaki Motoyo, Aine, and Shiina Tachibana, who was jogging with Kaname Rakuna, all gathered in front of the ward.

"Brother Qi!"

Aiyin, who was in better physical condition, took a step ahead of the others. This girl, who said the first indignant words to Chen Qi because of her dissatisfaction after Chuhua's birthday party, could never have imagined that in just a few hours, her neighbor brother would be lying on the hospital bed and unconscious for a while.

The person who was most shocked by this news was undoubtedly Shiina Riki. When she learned that Chen Qi was injured, she could hardly believe her ears.

Could it be because of me? That was the first reaction of Shiina Riki, who threw all his unfinished personal songs to Chen Qi and fled with the mentality of breaking off all ties with Chen Qi.

But soon, Li Xi learned from Chuhua that Chen Qi was injured while trying to save Xiangzi who committed suicide. He immediately put aside the anger he had suffered at the birthday party and rushed to the hospital as soon as possible.

After witnessing the scene of Chen Qi lying on the hospital bed through the window together with Su Shi and Aine, Li Xi, whose pupils trembled a little, immediately locked his gaze on the silent Xiangzi.

"It's you again! Why is it because of you again?!"

For a moment, after accepting the reality, Shiina Riki's shock quickly turned into anger and she immediately grabbed Xiangzi's collar. She wanted to loudly question this former friend in front of her, what exactly did she want?

For the first time, she had hurt him thoroughly mentally once. This time, and because of her, he almost lost his life!

How much more must he do for her before she will give up?

"——Lixi, calm down."

However, before Shiina Riki could make a move, Su Shi, who was standing by, stopped her with an unexpectedly calm attitude. Even though Riki was still indignant, she had to let go of the hand that was holding Xiangzi's collar under Su Shi's persuasion.

At this time, Su Shi took a look at Takamatsu Deng who was still sobbing in front of the ward, and Aine who was also unable to control herself and fell into silence for a long time, and took the initiative to act as the band's talker. She came to Xiangzi and asked word by word:

"Xiao Xiang - I will still call you that for now, but how we should treat you from now on will probably depend on your performance."

"At this point, don't you want to make some things clear? Aqi has already given so much for you, don't you want to tell him the truth and everything you think?"

“…I didn’t say that.”

However, facing the scrutiny of these former friends, Toyokawa Shoko, whose defenses had completely collapsed this time, realized that there was no point in hiding anything and it was time to tell it all.

What self-esteem... Compared to him, none of this matters.

As long as he doesn't know all this and doesn't lend me a helping hand again, it will be fine... I believe that after this incident, even if I describe the past in a very exaggerated way, Deng and the others will not convey this to Chen Qi.

2. Just think of it as the last, belated remedy before you get away from it all.

⒐ "What a coincidence! I'd like to know that, too."

4. At this moment, a sudden cold voice interrupted her, making Toyokawa Shoko's nerves unconsciously tense again.