A guide to survival in a heavy girl's world

Takamatsu Deng first took several deep breaths, and then immediately gave Chihaya Aine a smile that made her feel at ease.

"I will work hard to train my body... until I can withstand that power!"

"At times like this, you should ask others to reduce their intensity!"

"Eh? But, Chihaya-san was able to handle it..."

"He's a man and you're a girl! This is not the same thing!"

"But……"

As Takamatsu Deng spoke, he turned his head to look at Chihaya Tetsuya who was clearing the table at a very pathetic speed.

"Chihaya-san seems to be quite thin, except for his slightly broader shoulders..."

Having said this, she hesitated for a moment, and then whispered:

"I have a feeling that if Chihaya-san were to arm wrestle with Suyo or Riki... Chihaya-san would definitely lose."

"Ah! I understand, I understand!"

Chihaya Aine also nodded immediately and said:

"But after all, people who play musical instruments are naturally stronger than others, right? Plus, my brother was malnourished before he was adopted by our family, so it's not surprising that he's a little weak, right?"

"That's true... huh?"

After hearing what Chihaya Aine said, Takamatsu Deng was stunned for almost ten seconds before finally coming to his senses.

“Adopt? Wait, eh? Aine? Did you just say something outrageous?!”

"Huh? Ah! Oh, that's right, I forgot to tell you before!"

Chihaya Aine slapped her thigh first, then quickly added:

"My brother was adopted by my parents when I was nine years old, which means that there is no blood relationship between him and me."

"Eh?! Is it actually like this?!"

After hearing this, Takamatsu Deng couldn't help but look at Chihaya Tetsuya again.

"As for appearance... indeed, we don't have much in common."

"Really? When he picked me up from school one time back in junior high, the other students mistook him for my boyfriend from another school!"

Chihaya Aine shrugged.

"It took me a lot of effort to clear up their misunderstanding."

"Wow……"

Even if there is no blood relationship, will he still be so caring towards Aine?

Chihaya-san is truly a very gentle and kind brother...

After learning this, Takamatsu Deng's evaluation of Chihaya Tetsuya immediately rose to a higher level.

On the other hand, Chihaya Aine once again returned to the topic just now -

"Okay, that's enough of my story. Where's Deng? And why did you form a band with Su Shi and Li Xi?"

"I..."

After hearing this, Gao Songdeng subconsciously fell into hesitation.

For her, the past of [CRYCHIC] has become a regret that she will never forget, and the gray and white memories before that are even more regarded by her as a black history that she cannot bear to look back on.

But... at this point, she had already decided to move forward into the future with her current band and Aine.

In this case, there is no need for her to continue to escape.

"I formed CRYCHIC with them because I wanted to change myself and feel less lonely."

Gao Songdeng whispered:

"If it weren't for them, I'd still be like I was before, afraid to look people in the eye or talk to them... But since meeting them, I've finally found the warmth I've always longed for. And that's why I cherish this band so much, to avoid losing this warmth I finally found."

After saying that, she raised her head and grasped Chihaya Aine's hands:

“So, for the sake of our mutual wishes… let’s work hard together from now on, Aine!”

"That's right! Let's work together, Deng!"

Chihaya Aine responded with her usual warm and cheerful smile.

"Alright, after lunch, my condition has reached its peak. Let's go practice singing!"

"kindness!"

"Brother, please don't mind us being noisy later!"

"I told you a long time ago that I won't despise you... By the way, if you're thirsty, you can send me a message and I'll bring you some drinks."

"Wow, there's room service! He's truly a brother, so professional at everything he does!"

Chihaya Aine gave her brother a thumbs up.

"Then we'll go back to the room! Come on, lights."

"kindness."

After that, the two of them walked into Chihaya Aine's room hand in hand.

On the other side, Chihaya Tetsuya was lost in thought as he recalled what Takamatsu Touma had just said.

Although he had received Takamatsu Touma's personal forgiveness, Chihaya Tetsuya still hoped to make some substantial apology for his recent behavior.

Is there any gift you can give to this child?

"Want a change?"

So, out of lack of confidence in his own aesthetics, Gao Song even chose to wear a uniform to visit today.

So, as a fashion designer, is there any way for him to help her take another step forward without irritating her delicate heart?

Looking at the door that had been closed again, Chihaya Tetsu couldn't help but fall into deep thought.

Chapter 13: Twinkling Stars Under the Sunset

When Takamatsu Touma and Chihaya Aine finished their singing practice, it was already five o'clock in the afternoon.

After practicing for nearly an entire afternoon, in addition to the tacit harmony between the two of them, Chihaya Aine also understood a fact -

"Deng is indeed more suitable to be the lead singer than me."

Unlike her singing skills which are only at the KTV microphone master level, there is indeed some special magic in Takamatsu Deng's singing.

Although she is not good at speaking, she is thoughtful and has a unique sensibility. She is very good at accurately interpreting the emotions contained in the lyrics.

This is a very unique talent, and one that Chihaya Aine cannot imitate.

Perhaps it is for this reason that the song she wrote herself is so touching.

“Aine’s voice is also very cute… That’s something I can’t learn.”

"Ahem, listen to my voice now, can it really be called cute?"

Chihaya Aine, who had been singing for the entire afternoon, had already become hoarse.

Similarly, the situation on Gao Songdeng's side was not much better.

In order to alleviate the pain in his throat as much as possible, Takamatsu Deng lowered his voice to the lowest level.

If the environment wasn't quiet enough, I'd probably have to put my ear close to Takamatsu Deng's mouth to barely hear what she was saying.

"Anyway, let's stop here for today... Otherwise, we might not even be able to talk to each other tomorrow."

Chihaya Aine said as she stood up from her chair.

"Deng, do you want to stay for dinner before leaving?"

"Not today. I told my family I'd be back before dinner time, and..."

"and?"

"Speaking in this voice in front of Chihaya-san... I always feel... a little embarrassed."

"Ah, that's true."

Chihaya Aine naturally understood it as a girl's modesty.

If she were a guest at Gao Songdeng's house, she wouldn't want to disturb someone else's home for too long with her hoarse voice.

"Then I'll just go tell my brother that you're going back... Ah, Deng, don't forget your lyrics book."

"I see."

Just like that, the two people who reached a consensus finally left the room.

........................

"Eh? Takamatsu-san is going back now?"

Chihaya Tetsu, who was still sitting on the sofa wondering what takeout to order for dinner, also put down his phone.

"You're not staying for dinner?"

"Well, don't bother."

Gao Songdeng whispered:

"I accidentally practiced too hard with Aine this afternoon, and my voice is a little..."

"Ah...that's true."

Hearing Takamatsu Touma's weak voice, Chihaya Tetsu couldn't help but laugh and shook his head.

“Aine’s voice is really hoarse too… You two should practice more carefully.”

"Oh, I won't do that next time."

Chihaya Aine said in a voice so hoarse that it was almost out of tune:

"By the way, brother, do you have any throat lozenges at home?"

"No, after all, my work doesn't require such things no matter how hard I try. But I can go out and buy some now."

Chihaya Tetsuya said as he stood up from the sofa.

"Let me take Takamatsu-san to the station. You can just rest at home."

"Eh?"

Practicing for a whole afternoon not only ruined her voice, but also consumed most of her physical strength.

It's fine that her brother is willing to take her friend home, but...is there no problem with the lamp? Will she feel troubled or repulsed by this?

As Chihaya Aine thought this, she cast a look at Takamatsu Touma for advice.

But to Chihaya Aine's surprise, Takamatsu Deng nodded decisively and whispered:

"It's okay, just let Chihaya-san take me there."

"Really? I'm glad you don't mind."

Chihaya Aine nodded, then made an "OK" gesture to her brother.

"Then I'll leave the rest to you, brother... Oh, and don't buy the lozenges. I want the gummy ones!"

"Yes, yes, I understand. Just stay at home and rest."

Chihaya Tetsuya, who had already put on his suit jacket, gently pushed his sister's forehead with his finger before turning to Takamatsu Deng and saying:

"Then let's go, Takamatsu-kun."

"kindness!"

Takamatsu Deng nodded silently, then followed Chihaya Tetsuya out of the house with him...

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Because both of them wanted to buy throat lozenges, they made a detour to a nearby pharmacy before going to the station.

After finding the throat-soothing gummy candies his sister requested, he took down all the gummy candies on the shelf at once and went to the counter to pay without hesitation.

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