The social phobia substitute will not dream of the band girl

"..."

Although she tried her best to gesture with her hands and feet, Pingxin didn't understand what she meant at all. Because of a "small reason", Asuna didn't want to talk now, and he tried not to pay attention to them today, or should I say... "them"?

There was a Frankenstein monster made of rotten flesh collected from a car accident scene, a black panther with upright legs that looked like an orc, a repaying favor but not yet fully cultivated, a killer maid that looked like a slime or some kind of mimicking monster, a ghost on stilts impersonating a wandering ghost, and a legion of undead that followed behind like some kind of extreme clone killer group or shadow army...

Today I am the undead spirit of Deacon, not some undead scourge that leads an invasion of the human world!

I can only say that sometimes it is not necessarily a good thing for subordinates to be too serious and capable... At least today, Ping Xin doesn't really want to comment on these guys who are too serious and work too hard, and the passers-by just now also ignored these "ghosts" whose original prototypes and authenticity are completely unrecognizable.

If they hadn't been able to sense each other through the ripples, Ping Xin would have probably ignored the three major Asian evil magics and just said "Monster, why don't you show your true form quickly", and then after removing his makeup, he would have fought for three hundred rounds with the Ruyi Jingu Bang.

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With a completely different group of people behind him, and his own perfectly restored and synchronized outfits, Ping Xin also received many glances along the way. However, as he walked aimlessly, he could feel the number of "people" in the crowd dwindling. In other words...

Something inhuman was gathering around him. After leaving the bewildered Asuna and her group behind, Hirayukoshi once again entered the crowd of countless alien beings. He wanted to see what was going on today.

"...You've already come this far and you still haven't revealed your true form? Or are these hundred or so 'people' who have completely surrounded me not even your full strength? Are you going to wait until everyone is present before you fight me?"

Hearing Ping Xin's blunt words, the surrounding "crowd" paused for a moment, then...bewildered. It was now completely certain that they were not human, nor were they creatures that should exist in this world. Now all he had to do was listen to what they were up to, then pack them all up and send them back "home"!

"..."

"..."

Something seemed to be fermenting and brewing in the long silence. When Ping Xin finally couldn't wait to use the strongest ripple force at the moment to blast it, a "miracle" that he didn't want to see and shouldn't be here to see happened -

On the heads of these "people" who have horns, wings, ears, and tails with their own characteristics but whose faces are completely invisible, halos light up one after another!

It was similar to the fleeting phenomenon that Asuna and Hirayama briefly experienced when they encountered the evil baby spirit, but this time it wasn't a fleeting phenomenon, but a stable one.

White, blue, red, gold, pink, yellow, silver, purple, orange... countless colors and countless patterns, the only thing they all shared was a sense of déjà vu that gave Pingxin a splitting headache. It was as if some spirit, some will, had forcibly invaded his mind through this very scene, or perhaps it was the wail of his fragile body after witnessing a "reality" that shouldn't exist in this world.

"...Who...are you...? And why...do you have those...halos?"

"..."

There was a wordless silence, a long silence, but this time it was so obviously different from before. Even though apart from some physical features, Ping Xin could only see darkness and nothingness, he could still feel the presence of gazes on those empty faces.

A gentle... nostalgic and attached... a gaze of both love and hate——

At this moment, Ping Xin understood, understood their... no, their purpose!

Just came to see him...

"But who are you? What's your relationship with Asuna and the others? What's the relationship between us?"

"answer me!"

He screamed hysterically. Was this "courage" because he was fearless, or... because they couldn't speak at all? Why didn't he have any memory of his own death in his previous life? Why did he feel an inexplicable closeness to some people? Why did he suddenly awaken his power? Why...

"Why... me? And why this world—"

The magic on Cinderella will dissipate at midnight, and their "magic"... seems to end there. The existences with countless different characteristics but without exception giving him a sense of closeness will dissipate one by one, and finally turn into tiny particles of light that fall beside him, as if to say "We are always with you."

"Heh... I didn't see this scene before during exorcism, but I didn't expect to see it today—"

who am I?

where am i from?

Where should I go?

Chapter 50 Answers & Stories

They didn't have a great time at the Halloween parade because Ping Xin suddenly disappeared. It was not until they returned home that they saw Ping Xin lying on the sofa in a dark space, staring at the ceiling. He looked very strange and very... scary and sad.

"...You guys are finally back? Shadow, bring me the bar."

"...Sir, with all due respect, you once said that you must never allow such things that interfere with your judgment to erode your will and erode your ambition under any circumstances."

"Alpha, why are you bothering me... Have I changed my mind? I used to be prejudiced against it, but now is the time for wine to come in handy."

"...Aren't we...worthy of your trust and reliance?"

This should have been a touching scene of master-servant love, but Ping Xin responded with a cold smile: "Heh, trust and reliance... maybe there is some - but how can you help me? What can you do for me?!"

The maids, led by Alpha, simply retreated in silence. Of course, some of them came from questionable backgrounds, but Ping Xin's charm was definitely worth their betrayal and loyalty. Now it seemed that their clumsy disguises had probably been seen through long ago.

But the past doesn't explain everything. Today's loyalty is absolute, a faith worth sacrificing one's life for. But today... they are going to be "disloyal" and do what they think is right.

They neither contradicted Ping Xin, who was infuriated by something, nor gave him the opportunity to drown his sorrows in alcohol and indulge in depravity. They simply gave their time and space to their master and the person he trusted and loved most in the world...

"Ordinary letter—"

"..."

Without saying a word, they hugged him. And he also said nothing, silently accepting everything. It was like this for a long, long time, until this show for the dead was completely over, he finally opened his mouth and said this sentence -

"Will you... disappear too?"

There was no talking, because at this moment they had already given the answer with their actions, an answer that could make people feel warmth, security and love.

"...Do you believe in reincarnation? Actually, I didn't really believe it, but...some things that happened before and...some things that happened tonight have given me some speculations—"

Some speculation that the feelings between them were not real but some kind of "residue", a speculation that he absolutely could not accept.

"I--"

"...I don't know if there is reincarnation, but I believe that good deeds will be rewarded. This is what you once 'taught' me." When Asuna was also infected by her emotions and was depressed and unable to speak, Karin, the more taciturn of the four, spoke instead, and answered seriously.

"Really?...Haha, it's a pity that I have taught you so much that I can't remember it at all." But at this moment, Ping Xin was trapped in a cycle of self-doubt and suspicion. He could transform everything from the outside world into an attack on himself. Ordinary words would definitely not be able to cheer him up again.

"Well, let me tell you about it... because this was just an unintentional behavior of yours—"

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Next, Hua Lin told a story, a very, very boring story.

Once upon a time, there was a girl who was not liked by others. When she transferred to another school, she met her best friend and she was determined to be friends with her forever. Unfortunately, the good times didn't last long. For some reason, her academic performance was not ideal, and it was almost impossible for her to stay in the same high school with such excellent friends.

But she did not give up, but gritted her teeth and persevered to the end——

Unfortunately, in the end, this reckless progress, without any guidance from teachers or parents, wasn't enough to get her grades up to the minimum required for admission to the school. Hard work is the cheapest and most practical thing, but unfortunately, hard work has its limits.

But when she was discouraged and even considered committing suicide, a miracle happened.

She was actually accepted!

She had wondered if her mother had "sacrificed herself" to pave the way for her, and if someone had noticed something in her and wanted to take advantage of this opportunity to do something. But when she finally mustered up the courage to call the president of the university before enrolling, she finally got an answer -

"Ahaha, so you're the student who was exceptionally admitted this year... Don't worry, there's no misunderstanding here. It's simply due to some moral considerations that have nothing to do with profit—"

After all, there was a kid who, when he gave out the money, specifically added "to help students from poor families and other vulnerable groups to the greatest extent possible" in the contract. If that's the case, how can I, as his uncle, "go against" him?

So don't worry, we also have special exemptions for your various tuition and miscellaneous fees. Someone will contact you when the time comes, so just keep your phone open.

That’s it, I’m hanging up now.”

beep-

Until the very end, Karin couldn't understand why she was the one to receive help. If it was just Asuna's luck, it was clearly artificial. And since it was someone else's help, how could she... how could she repay that unknown benefactor whose name she couldn't even find?

Such questions have always lingered in her mind, but at that time, Hana Rin's mind was filled with joy and she did not think about it for a while. Until recently, Hiraishi heard some rumors after talking with the principal, Kirikiri Jin, whose voice was very familiar, about student council matters.

She, Kadotaki Karin, finally learned the true identity of the benefactor who had once helped her unintentionally.

And she also decided to dedicate all her best to him, to the person she loved most.

Until forever——

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"..."

After hearing Hua Lin's story, Heishin didn't change at all, but simply fell into a long period of contemplation. They also gave him time to think. The meaning of this touching story was not to force him to do anything, but merely to provide an answer.

Karin's answer to his question, Kakudatsu Karin's answer to her own inner thoughts.

And now, what is Ping Xin’s answer?

What does he want and what answers does he need to give himself?

We don't know. All we can see is him sitting here, lost in thought, until the long, silent darkness is pierced by the first rays of morning light.

However, when they woke up, the people in the living room were gone. It was as if those "ghosts" who had no connection with Hirayobu had quietly left this world.

Chapter 51: The Holy Auspicious Festival begins!

Bang!Bang!Bang!Bang!

Monday, October 11.

As the loud blast of several salutes appeared in the sky above Shengxiang Middle School, the ninth Shengxiang Festival, the birthday of this young school, officially began.

"welcome!"

"If you've ever been there, take a look. This is a product our community is proud of..."

"These are the ones you want, right? The total price is..."

"Everyone, don't crowd, and line up slowly to enter! Our Seijo Festival is different from other schools. It will last a whole week, so don't rush, because everyone will definitely experience the fun of the school festival!"

Most high school festivals are held during the same period, and many companies will humanely give special holidays during this period to allow parents and elementary and junior high school children to attend the festival together.

*At least in this worldview

There are two main reasons. First, it is convenient to take leave during this period so that you can play with your children and make up for the lack of companionship in daily life. Second, you can take this opportunity to see the styles and differences of different schools. In other words, this is a good time to see in advance which school is suitable for enrollment.

Why would Shengxiang Middle School, which has only been established for less than 10 years, or even just 9 years, dare to hold such a special event for a whole week, instead of benchmarking against those established schools? The reason is simple: it has a different educational philosophy, and it promotes new and progressive ideas and teaching methods, as well as...

With Pingxin's sponsorship, Shengxiang will be the richest high school!

This spotless red brick wall, the vast playground courtyard, in addition to the swimming pool, courts for various ball games, even has a place for raising small animals and land for growing vegetables. Which school would have such fun so close to the city center?

Not to mention the best teaching team that guides the new students with the old, a variety of complete and advanced teaching equipment, a canteen that is so strong that even ordinary people can't afford to eat, tuition fees that are extremely friendly to all walks of life, and friendly relations with various domestic and foreign colleges and universities. Studying here means directly leading your peers in all aspects!

Although Ping Xin had scolded them harshly before, in fact they were all potential talents with certain strength and talent. It was just that he was in a bad mood and a little depressed at that time. He didn't expect that he would become a "country bumpkin" who was laughed at because he was so old-fashioned and had never participated in the school festival.

But today, there was someone who was definitely even more "unfashionable" than him who came to participate in this memorable ninth Shengxiang Festival—

"Ahhhhhhhhhh~"

"Mom and Dad, my sister is like 'Ahhhhhh' again."

"Okay, cheer up, Ichiri!"

"That's right. It's not surprising that you were admitted as an exception based on your guitar skills. Keep working hard. Come on~ Come on~"

"...Are you actually quite good at guitar?"

"what!"

I had mustered up a little bit of courage, really a little bit, but the girl named Goto Ichiri was frightened by the sudden voice behind her and fell to the ground and immediately started to have a seizure mode -

“Ah…yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, I’m sorry! I’m so sorry for being born. I shouldn’t have come here and let everyone see my face if I’m so ugly! Ahhhh… I really want to go back to my mother’s womb…”

"?"

The girl who looked socially anxious but could at least speak a word that day turned into this state today, which made it difficult for Ping Xin to hold back. The above words were not only spoken in a very low voice but also at an astonishing speed. With his super hearing, he could only hear this much. Being able to mutter to this extent can be regarded as a special skill.

But this "special skill" is not as intuitive and shocking as the power she is currently using to twist and transform on the ground. The most shocking thing is that everyone around her turned a blind eye to it. It’s okay for the three people who are suspected to be her parents and sister, but couldn’t those passers-by see it?

"Haha... I didn't expect you to be such an interesting person. No wonder you haven't contacted me. It seems you may not need the help of a 'senior' like me—"

At the "expected" (taunting) laughter and a strangely familiar voice, most people would have felt relieved and sobered up at this moment, but she... unexpectedly "deformed" even more!? And with this look, is this the set of some old-school anime like Tom and Jerry!?

"Abba..."