This is not the date I wanted.

Then he came to his senses and smiled bitterly, "Even though I said that, I haven't worn the new clothes that everyone bought for me yet.

Officially worn."

Just the day before yesterday, when she went shopping with Mengyue and the others, Ju Ya never wore the clothes they chose for her except for the one time she tried them on.

Ju Ya sighed with some regret.

"It's rare that I bought such a cute outfit, I should wear it today."

"Don't be so depressed." Patting Maria's head, Shidou smiled and comforted her, "It will be okay next time. I'll be looking forward to seeing Maria in her casual clothes then."

"Next time...yeah, please look forward to it then!"

After hearing what Shidou said, Maria's expression became a little depressed for a moment, but soon, Maria recovered her spirits.

Sure enough, Ju Ya was hiding something from me.

Although it was only for a moment, the change in Maria's expression did not escape Shidou's attention.

It’s not that Shidou’s eyesight has improved much, but Maria’s rare tough attitude in the morning made Shidou a little concerned.

Besides, how could Shidou not notice what Mengyue and the others noticed?

"Look at this Shidou, this suit is so cute."

Ju Ya's face was filled with a happy smile at this moment, and he was completely different from that morning.

"Yeah! I think Maria will look really cute in it. How about trying it on?"

Shidou nodded in agreement.

"Is that so? Then I'll go try it on." Maria's cheeks flushed slightly, staring at Shidou and said, "If it's weird, Shidou, don't laugh."

After saying that, Ju Ya took her clothes and walked into the locker room.

(Forget it... Let's not think about these things now.)

Shidou sighed softly and told himself this.

No matter what Ju Ya was hiding, it was too much for Ju Ya to accept the other party's request with a sympathetic attitude.

Since we are on a date now, what we should think about is how to enjoy this date and how to make this date a precious memory for both of us.

Then, after Shidou praised Maria for putting on a dress, Maria was very happy and began to put on various clothes to show Shidou. At first, the store manager was still full of resentment because Shidou and Maria only tried on the clothes but didn't buy anything. But soon, many tourists gathered in the store because of Maria's extraordinary beauty. The store manager smiled instantly, not only gave them a VIP membership card, but also freed all the clothes Maria tried on.

In exchange, he was asked to take a few photos for publicity.

After Shidao politely declined, he quickly pulled Maria out of the store.

However, this does not mean that today's date is over. Rather, it is just the beginning.

Explore the 100-yen grocery store that’s secretly opened deep in the alley; challenge the specially made extra-large parfait in the family restaurant; and play with kittens with a cat teaser on the side of the street...

Shidou and Maria wandered around every corner of the town.

As they observed and played, even the familiar streets made the two of them feel fresh and happy.

Just like an ordinary girl, Ju Ya was enjoying the date, with a happy smile on her face.

Shidao couldn't help but hope that this date could go on forever.

Time passed by unknowingly, and by the time Shidou and Maria arrived at the park, it had already become completely dark.

"Is it this time already? Time flies by so fast..."

Looking at the night sky, Shidao scratched his head in annoyance. Maria couldn't help but smile bitterly.

"Yeah, I had so much fun that I forgot the time without realizing it."

"Well, there are advantages to being at night. You can see the stars from this position... It's so beautiful."

Since there is not much light in the park, the stars in the sky can be seen very clearly.

Looking up at the starry sky, Shidou couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

Ju Ya nodded in agreement.

"Yes... As long as I look at the starry sky, I will feel very peaceful."

"Next time, let's invite everyone to come and look at the stars. Bring a telescope."

"Yeah... that would make you very happy."

For some reason, Ju Ya's answer seemed forced.

"Juya?"

Shidou couldn't help but ask in confusion.

"Shidao... This sky is just a star map projected by a computer based on data. Even with a telescope, you can't see the stars." Looking at the starry sky, Maria showed a lonely smile on her face, "This starry sky... This world is all fake."

Only in the real world can Shidao take out a telescope and appreciate the wonders of the planets in the universe with everyone.

However, this is something that is impossible for Maria, who lives in this virtual world. Shidou realized that he had made a mistake.

"……Feel sorry."

Ju Ya shook his head gently.

"It's not Shidou's fault. Besides, I don't really care about it. Back to the real world, this is

That is your goal, Shidou."

"But, Maria will feel lonely staying here alone." Shidao looked at Maria and said, "If I really return to the original world, I will come to this world to play with Maria from time to time."

"...Thank you, Shidou. I'm glad."

After hearing what Shidou said, Maria smiled with satisfaction.

"So - next, Shidou, can you go somewhere with me?"

"Hmm? Where?"

"It's a secret. You'll know when you get there."

After keeping the secret for a while, Ju Ya slowly quickened his pace, walked along the park's walkway, and came to the park's observation deck.

From this position, you can have a good view of the entire Tiangong City.

"A special secret scenic spot! I'd like to say so... but according to Fraxinus's records, Shidou, Tohka, and Yumezuki have all been to this place in the real world before."

"Well……"

Being pointed out so bluntly by Maria, Shidou scratched his hair in embarrassment.

However, Maria didn't seem to care about this. She turned around slowly and looked at Shidou with gentle eyes.

“Today was a very fulfilling day.”

"Oh, I'm enjoying it too!"

"Shidou, one last time...can you let me be willful just once?"

In response to Maria's request, Shidou nodded to indicate his agreement without even confirming the content.

"Of course you can. Tohka and the others have accepted your willfulness. If I don't agree, they will scold me to death."

Maria couldn't help but chuckle when she heard Shidou's exaggerated statement.

"Hmph. I see. But don't worry... This request should be easy for Shidou. That is... the last thing to do on a date."

"Huh? What is that?"

When Shidao asked the question, a blush appeared on Maria's fair face.

"To think that I would say such a thing. Shidou really has a bad taste... Listen carefully Shidou. The end of the date... is a kiss."

“I see—huh?”

He nodded subconsciously, and after a beat, Shidou finally realized what Maria said.

"Wait! Why is it a kiss?"

Ju Ya tilted his head in confusion.

"Isn't it always like this? According to the records, Gokawa Shido always kissed the elves at the end of the date to form a bond of love."

Ah...what you said makes so much sense that I am speechless.

Indeed, Maria is very close to an elf. If Shidou can seal the spirit power of the elves by kissing, then by the same token, maybe he can also seal Maria's power by kissing, and then he can leave here.

However, does Maria know the meaning of kissing? When Shidou saw Maria's serious expression, he silently swallowed the question back into his stomach.

Today, Ju Ya is no longer the ignorant questioning doll. She has the same emotions and thoughts as humans. On this basis, she understands the meaning of kissing and chooses herself.

I have already agreed to Maria's request. If I make any more excuses, it will seem like I am escaping.

【

① Let’s kiss;

② Let’s kiss quickly;

③If you are a man, don't give me any nonsense, I'll just light it up;

】

——By the way, is there any difference between these options? Shidou thought with a bit of a smile.

"Juya...close your eyes, okay?"

"……Um."

Maria slowly closed her eyes. Shidou swallowed nervously and slowly moved closer to Maria's cheek.

Beautiful bangs, delicate eyebrows, long eyelashes, small nose bridge, cute cherry lips - Maria's delicate facial features were now clearly imprinted on Shidao's retina.

As expected, Maria is a very cute girl. Shidou couldn't help but admire her in his heart.

Maria's voice suddenly rang in Shidou's mind.

(As I get closer... I can feel Shidou's scent, Shidou's warmth, everything...)

Shidou looked at Maria with surprise, who was waiting quietly with her eyes closed.

Is this what Ju Ya is thinking...

(I can hear the thumping sound of my heart in my chest. Is this what everyone calls a heartbeat?)

Placing his hands on Maria's shoulders, Shidou could feel her trembling.

(An unknown feeling... but it's not unpleasant... and I really hope this time can last forever... ah, I see...)

(I'm so glad... that I... or Shou Maria... love Shidou.)

Such frank feelings made Shidou's cheeks begin to heat up.

However, a response is required.

Shidou's lips gently pressed against Maria's soft lips.

however--

"Hehe! Finally solved it! This terrible world!"

Suddenly, such malicious laughter came to my ears.

"This is... the authority suddenly..."

"Juya!"

Suddenly, Maria's face turned pale, as if a robot with its battery run out lost the strength to stand. Shidou hurriedly supported Maria.

——&*……*&%*……&*&%%……%%￥#%@#￥%………&%! @#￥#￥!

Just like a TV that has lost its signal, the entire computer world made a harsh noise.

PS: I modified some content slightly... Oh my god, what the hell is the segmentation after uploading = =.

13 Give me back my despair!

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"Can you stand up? Juya."

Shidou asked worriedly while holding Maria's hand.