People in Tokyo, the world is clear

After the girl nodded, he continued to use sophistry:

"That is to say, although I still bear the name Xiao Linsen, every part of my body and soul has nothing to do with the original Xiao Linsen. It's like the ship in the fable about Theseus, with every part replaced."

Then, take a deep breath and conclude:

"From now on, my public conduct and my name will have nothing to do with that down-and-out descendant who previously advertised in the newspapers that he had severed ties with the Kobayashi family. So, I've adopted the nickname Itsuki."

After summarizing his words, Lin Sen raised his head and looked towards the sky.

Waiting for Miss Ito's next sentence:

"I see. Senior, you feel that the name Xiao Linsen has left a dark history in the news. So, you chose a new pseudonym?"

"I've already expressed this statement so elegantly. Ito, could you please not translate it back to its straightforward form and expose me? Can you please give me some face?"

The amused girl smiled cutely and reached out to pull Lin Sen's sleeve.

"It's rare to see you care so much about your reputation. You share embarrassing things with me every day."

"Ito is certainly different from outsiders. It's always a pleasure to be able to show each other our true selves without pretending."

"what."

The girl was caught off guard by the sudden expression.

Perhaps she sensed the intimacy and recognition of their specialness, and she became shy like a child who was praised in person.

There was silence for a long while, which also allowed Lin Sen to successfully keep the discussion of this special title on the surface.

win!

After the victory, he had to work tirelessly to pursue another victory - visiting another student from Tokyo Academy of Fine Arts and asking him to identify the value of the music for his classmate and friend Ogi Soyota.

Lin Sen had originally planned to go alone, but the girl beside him had been following him silently for so long, and had witnessed most of the journey.

No matter how you think about it, separating her at this time is inhumane.

After all, not knowing how a story begins is bearable, but not knowing how it ends is extremely painful.

To put it simply, since you're here, even if you're just watching someone quarrel on the street, you have to see the outcome.

Then just continue to take Miss Ito with him to finish this matter.

With this thought in mind, Lin Sen knocked on the door of a tenant on the third floor of a housing complex.

Then I was choked to death by the first words of the boy in front of me who was also a senior.

"Good morning, Mr. Itsuki! Good morning, Mrs. Itsuki! We've been waiting for you!"

"You're really good at calling people, kid."

"what?"

The boy living in this room probably doesn't come from a family as well off as that of Ogiso Yota.

However, he must be a smart and sociable person. Otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to get in touch with the future director and gain his trust.

Therefore, after clarifying the misunderstanding, he showed no embarrassment at all. He just laughed and said some sweet words that were not suitable for his age to smooth things over:

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry. It's just that both of you seniors have such an outstanding aura. I subconsciously matched you with someone so outstanding."

Wow.

When Lin Sen was playing professionally at the same age as this kid, if he had his mouth, he wouldn't have been without a team and a job.

Something.

And then, this Tokyo-based musician named Takahashi quickly used his professional knowledge to prove that it was even more extraordinary.

He took the music sheet handed to him by Lin Sen, glanced at it briefly, and then pinched his chin in thought.

"Is it adapted from guitar tablature? It's a bit more like piano tablature..."

"sharp."

"Some of the markings aren't very professional. The composer isn't a professional, is he?"

"Yes."

“I feel like my memories are a bit messy.”

Once it came to his professional field, Gao Qiao no longer bothered to socialize. He simply smiled at Lin Sen as a response, then lowered his head to continue studying the manuscript in his hand.

He hummed a few tunes softly, but his eyes gradually brightened.

"Hiss...wait."

He stood up, ran to the corner of the small living room, and plugged in a half-new electronic keyboard.

Half-standing and bending over, he played a few bars briefly according to the score, and even quickly incorporated a few common harmonies.

After a while, he let out a long sigh and turned his head to look back.

A look of amazement appeared on his face, the first one he had seen since Lin Sen entered the room.

"How do I begin?"

The college student tutted his lips. "Simple, yet advanced. That's my first impression. I don't think I've ever seen this style before. The melody line is vague, the fingering is simple, and the chords are heavy. Even compared to modernism, it seems to have more pop elements..."

Takahashi then continued this conversation, speaking a series of vague words. Perhaps due to his excitement, he used some technical terms and occasionally spoke English with a strong Japanese accent.

"A folk master, a folk master!"

After a while, I finally reacted and controlled the urge to continue speaking, so I made a brief summary:

"In short, although these songs are simple, they have a high artistic value."

Well, that's highly praised.

However, there is still some appropriate advice.

At least, Takahashi was keen enough to pick out the original guitar piece by Ms. Aoyama.

"Although I'm not very proficient in guitar music, I can sense that there are simple differences in their styles. Although both are more pop-oriented, this piece is more simple, while the piano pieces can be described as simple and elegant. If I wanted to compose the same film soundtrack, I might have to make some adjustments to the arrangement."

"Takahashi doesn't plan to join Ogiso's animated short film project?"

"What...huh?"

Lin Sen's question made the university student burst into laughter. Then, he quickly waved his hands.

"I say, Mr. Goki thinks too highly of me. I'm just a big-talking theorist, a little maggot who's relying on his straight-A GPA to pursue a master's degree. You might think my analysis makes perfect sense, but when I actually put it into practice, it's a complete mess. If I were to compare myself to your friend, I'd be even more embarrassed."

"It's OK."

It sounds like self-deprecation, but in reality, Takahashi secretly found an angle to brag about himself.

However, I can understand the arrogance of these young artists. It's normal for them to be young and frivolous.

The positive comments received from such people who hide their pride in their hearts may also make people feel more at ease:

"Teacher Goki asked me to criticize these songs and find problems, but I can't find any. This is beyond my level. After you finish arranging the music, you should discuss this issue with the well-known soundtrack producers in our industry."

All in all, this trip was not in vain.

Lin Sen was able to verify his judgment - this soundtrack, which could be accepted in another future world, would definitely not be given a low evaluation by musicians in this world today.

With such a conclusion, the rest of the things will be easy.

Takahashi picked up the phone and called Ogiso Yota, and immediately switched to the mode of getting along.

"You... you want to do a second installment of My Neighbor Totoro, right? And you're still nitpicking about a song like this? Do you deserve it, Ogiso?"

"...What?! Of course it's my major. Wow, don't ask, Mr. Itsuki is listening right here... Yeah."

"In short, don't worry. Also, you're so kind to let Senior go all this way..."

At this point, the music identification work was successfully completed.

Even when Lin Sen took the microphone from Takahashi, he could hear Ogiso's voice, which was obviously more respectful:

"Then, I'll leave everything to Itsuki-sensei. Um, I'd like to ask you to introduce your... "

"No problem. Her name is Qingshan Xiazhi. I'll bring her over in a few days."

"Thank you so much for your help!"

All are happy.

The only slightly embarrassing episode probably happened when we were saying goodbye.

"Teacher Itsuki, take care! Mrs. Itsuki too!"

"Still there, madam?"

"I just said it off the top of my head! Sorry, sorry...it's not convenient to ask this senior's name!"

He apologized verbally. But judging by the curve of the college student's mouth, it was obvious that the last sentence was also intentional.

This guy is obviously a master at reading people's expressions.

Probably from the very first time we met, I observed how Lin Sen and the girl next to him, who had been silent, reacted to this title.

Deliberately saying the wrong thing again actually has the meaning of flattering others by speaking nice words.

It fits his character very well.

Lin Sen knew that this kid could tell that he was not angry.

But what was strange was that the reaction of Ms. Ito, who had been silent beside him, was really unexpected.

When being addressed as Madam, not only did she not correct him, but she even quietly moved a step closer to him.

Did he take note of Lin Sen’s previous remarks and not want to refute them in order to “save his face” in front of outsiders?

It sounds like a statement, and it is also something this usually gentle girl would do.

But...why are you still laughing secretly?

Especially, when we were leaving, he came over to me for some reason, hugged my arm, and raised the corners of his mouth even higher——

Wow.

what's the situation?

My heartbeat suddenly quickened for no apparent reason. Especially since it was late spring and the girl was wearing only a thin wool sweater.

Through the clothes, I seem to feel a soft touch...hiss.

I can't stand it anymore!

At the same time, Lin Sen suddenly felt something strange.

I always feel that I have been in a strange and almost self-suggestive mood recently.

The last time, it was "Does Qingshan like me?"

This time, it seems that it will evolve into speculation related to Ms. Ito next to him.

"What's going on with this kid? Why are they suddenly getting so intimate? Could it be..."

However, he clearly remembered that the last time he had this illusion, he acted like a clown and was denied by Miss Qingshan in person, who even chased him and teased him.

So, this time, could it be an illusion again?

Having lived two lives, Lin Sen actually doesn't know much about the ins and outs of love.

Although I boasted of some theoretical knowledge, when it came to the actual situation, I felt completely lost.

However, there is one thing that needs to be done.

With a chill in his heart, Lin Sen slowly and firmly pulled his arm out of Miss Ito's arms.

This damn feeling of nostalgia!

After finally dispelling those strange thoughts, he turned his head to look at the girl who seemed confused by his actions.

"What's wrong..."

“It’s too close.”

"Didn't it always happen like this during training before?"

"There's no need to pretend to be a couple in front of outsiders like this."

“Is that so…?”