The social phobia substitute will not dream of the band girl

No, if it was him, he must have prepared a plan in advance, right?

No...thinking about the reasons is wrong in itself and is meaningless.

"...He's still a strange person after all."

Chapter 11: Defending Koito

"Good afternoon, Koito...what's wrong? You look weird?"

"Um...it's okay! Ping-Ping Xin-ge, good afternoon."

"...eat too much?"

"Sigh—is it that obvious?"

Putting the briefcase containing the supplementary materials aside, Ping Xin sat down beside her. Although she was sitting at the desk, she couldn't study well in this state.

"Then let's postpone today's class a little bit. Let's chat for a while."

"I-I'm fine! More than enough!"

"Alright, alright, you're still struggling... Give me your hand, I'll give you a massage. Massaging the Laogong acupoint on the palm of your hand can promote metabolism and blood circulation, which is good for your current condition."

"Then...then I'll trouble you!"

"We're not close... or is it because we haven't seen each other for so many years that you're no longer familiar with me? Cry~~"

"That's not true!...Xiao Xin (Xin-chan) is also my most important friend! He's like a big brother to me!"

Well... although I treat Koito as my own sister, I still feel a little embarrassed when it is said to her face. Being too frank with her makes me look bad... and since I left on my own initiative back then, even if they are willing to welcome me back now, I will still care -

"...To me, Koito is also a younger sister...and a super cute one at that~"

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"..Master Asuka, what's wrong?"

"No, nothing—"

Probably, it's just an illusion.

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"Hey hehe~~"

But Pingxin's hands are so big... and so warm. What's even more amazing is that even with just a little pressure, my stomach pain is gone. And just now, after hearing his story, it turns out he really left because he wanted to travel with his parents, not because of that incident. That's so great!

But no matter how many times I say it, I still feel that he is really amazing, Hirashin-kun... He is amazing in a different way from Toru-chan, Enka-chan, and Hinana-chan. No... maybe he is even more amazing than them. Can I really keep up with them and not be left behind?

"Speaking of -"

Ping Xin's voice interrupted her wandering thoughts at the perfect time.

"Didn't you say before that you wanted to become an idol with Toru 'them'? How did it turn out?"

Since he didn't know much about this matter, Pingxin entrusted the relevant work to Xiaoshi, believing that there should be someone capable on her side who could handle it properly. It's great to have a cute and capable sister.

"Thanks to Hirashin-kun, I passed perfectly!" Putting aside all the random thoughts just now, Fukumaru Koito became full of energy again after thinking of this exciting news.

"I hope everything goes well...and it's not because of me, but because you worked hard."

Hard work is the cheapest "talent", but even so not everyone can possess it.

"No!" Ping Xin subconsciously retorted and looked at him. Even though she was nervous, she expressed what she wanted to say well: "It should be 'our efforts'!"

“…That’s true.”

Why is this child so cute! ?

Although she is also cute when she was little, Koito and she are cute in different ways!

I have two beloved sisters, and both of them have true hearts.

I love both of them equally!

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Fukumaru Koito is a pure girl. This isn't just Hiranobu's opinion; it's probably the consensus of everyone who knows her. She's currently 148cm tall, just 2cm taller than Nero, one of her four girlfriends, but significantly taller than the tiny tot she was in kindergarten.

However, the physical changes did not change her essence, so even after many years, she could still make Ping Xin feel familiar and close, which was one of the manifestations of her purity.

She had always been that "other people's kid"—excellent in school, conscientious, never causing trouble, and obedient to her teachers. Her initial start was with Fukumaru's tutoring, which was quite strict compared to the generally relaxed environment. This was evident even in kindergarten, and he even complained about her.

Fortunately, it was not to the point of being inhumane, otherwise I would have been liquidated by him two days ago.

Fukumaru Koito has not changed over the years. She just works hard silently, and then tries her best to catch up with others and keep up with their pace throughout her life. Only she knows the pain and tears involved.

Because she doesn't want to make anyone who loves her worry, she always works hard, works hard...and works non-stop.

But such docility also meant that her world was not broad. When she was in kindergarten, she basically went between school, home and the old park. Now it seems that Tou's home has replaced the old park and become the new gathering place.

That wasn't surprising, after all, a lot had changed since he was gone, but she hadn't—

Because the world is small, with only her parents and a few close friends, she attaches great importance to everyone. It is precisely because of her gentle nature that she "creates troubles for herself", not daring to tell her parents about her "willful" feelings, nor daring to let her friends "suffer" and slow down and wait for her.

So Pingxin felt both happy and a little sad when he saw that she still valued him so much.

Even after so many years, no one can replace his place in Koito's heart. Even after so many years, no one can replace his place. Is such a life, such a life really good?

But this answer can only be given by her, Ping Xin has no right to interfere——

Therefore, all he could do was to try his best to help the person who still remembered him, still cared about him, and still loved him, this lovely child, a girl named Fukumaru Koito.

"...Koito, I will protect you."

"Eh!? ..Ah, thank you?"

"Okay, then it's almost time for us to start studying today. Are you ready?"

"oh oh!"

As expected, you are still as easily led by the nose as before, Koito.

"So, Toru-kun...does he have a girlfriend now?"

"Hey, girlfriend!? Why?"

It seems that there is no more. This guy doesn't want to start a harem, does he? Kuso......

If you dare to hurt Koito, you will be in big trouble!

And you haven't broken that window paper in all these years? When I'm ready, I will definitely laugh at you the next time we meet!!!

"If Toru-kun bullies you, tell me and I'll help you deal with him!"

"How, how could that be! We're all good friends, we wouldn't do something like that!"

"Okay... Anyway, I'm always available. If you have any difficulties, just tell me. I'm super awesome now. I can handle anything!"

"It's okay...and I have plenty of time for these things!"

Xin-chan, even after all these years, you haven't changed——

Chapter 12 Is He Really...

"Our group will officially debut after I enter high school, so Pingxin brother must not disappear in the spring!"

"Okay, I get it... Yeah, it's a deal. I'll be watching from the nearest special seat, so Koito, you should try your best, but be careful not to overdo it, okay?"

"...See you later!"

"Well, bye~... I'll take my leave now. Uncle and aunt, remember to take care of your health."

"Well, thank you so much, Taira no Ko. After not seeing you for so many years, you've really become such a wonderful adult. We were all surprised. If the couple knew about this in the afterlife, they would surely be relieved—"

"...Thank you for your encouragement. See you later."

After going out, it was already dusk——

Speaking of which...what would she be doing at this time?

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"...stalker, I'm calling the police."

"Wait, wait, this is really just a chance encounter. Please believe me, Ms. Higuchi!"

"...Ha—then let me hear your explanation, Mr. Suspect."

Haha, thank you so much... The guy on the scooter next to me should stop watching the fun, otherwise he might crash into the electric incense without knowing it... Ah, he crashed into it, he deserved it~

"Ahem... To put it simply, I came to find someone nearby to do something."

"...girl?"

"girl."

The silence was short, but not that short, but it was definitely not as fast as her taking out her phone.

"Sure enough, we should call the police."

"Wait, wait! It's a tutor! A tutor! And a proper tutor approved by the other child's parents. He's not teaching health and physical education, but just regular classroom knowledge! It's reasonable for a good student to work in his spare time to supplement the family income, right?"

"Well, a perfect explanation... the only imperfect one is you—"

Subsidize the family? Who? You?

Although supplementing the family income was just an excuse for a joke, at least he wouldn't lie, so the tutoring thing must be true. Besides... his clothes were neat and dry, without any strange wrinkles or wrong buttons, and there were no strange marks on his neck.

"Haha, imperfection is a good thing. Because 'perfection' means there is no room for improvement, and I still need to work harder and improve myself further."

"... whatever you want."

"By the way, what is Miss Higuchi doing here? Could it be——"

"My home isn't here, so don't ask too many questions... and what I do has nothing to do with you, right?"

The right hand still grips the left arm, the same insecure posture as always, but today the hand isn't as strong and the heartbeat hasn't changed. Is there some progress at all?

"That's really hurtful... Although it's true, I'll try to make it a lie."

Although the plastic bags are similar for everyone, the outer packaging of the ingredients inside is unique to that place. Have you gone to the shopping street there to buy vegetables again?

It’s a very good start. After all, if you want to stay together forever, adapting to each other’s living habits is an essential part. Win!

"Is that so... Then do your best."

"Really? Does that mean I have a chance now!?"

"No... because it's useless no matter how much you do."

Although you are as cold as ever, didn’t you talk a lot today?

win!

"Okay... By the way, do you need me to escort you for a while?"

"No, it looks like we're going in opposite directions. What a coincidence."

It's unfortunate, and being called sarcastic doesn't make me happy, but you look cute when you smile, so it's okay, especially since you don't even notice it—

"...Suddenly laughing like this is disgusting."

"Hmm... unexpectedly okay? How about you curse a few more times so I can experience it again!"