Anime chat group: Second dimension heroines fight for me

He discovered that his friend wasn't taking notes at all, but was just staring blankly at the desk.

Occasionally, he would suddenly look down at his knees, as if there was something there that others couldn't see.

This was a state she had never seen in Mio before.

The bell rings.

Ritsu rushed to Mio's seat.

Mio, come with me to the convenience store, I'll treat you to fried noodles and bread!

Mio raised her head and forced a smile.

Sorry... I'm not very hungry, you can go by yourself.

"What do you need me to bring?" Law refused to give up.

No need, thank you.

Mio's voice was as light as a feather falling to the ground.

Seeing Mio fall into that strange state again, Ritsu's unease grew stronger.

This isn't the Akiyama Mio she knows!

Mio, who blushes easily over the smallest things but always responds sincerely to her friends!

...

Big break.

The four members of the Light Music Club gathered in the activity room as usual.

Sunlight streamed through the window onto the wooden floor, and the air was filled with the aroma of black tea and pastries.

We're practicing a new piece today!

The short-haired girl, Hirasawa Yui, who looks adorably naive, made the announcement with boundless energy.

She was already sitting in her usual spot—on the cushion with the cartoon pattern—with her guitar in hand.

Meanwhile, Kotobuki Tsumugi, with her long blonde hair and elegant demeanor, was brewing black tea for everyone.

She smiled gently upon hearing Wei's words.

Didn't Mio-chan say yesterday that she had already finished writing the bass part? I'm really looking forward to it.

Meanwhile, Tanaka Ritsu stared at Mio, who was tuning the instrument.

I noticed that her fingers hesitated on the strings, which was completely unlike the precise bassist she usually was.

Just as she was about to say something, Hirasawa Yui started playing her guitar.

The music is ringing.

Wei's guitar playing was as captivating as ever.

The drumbeats that followed were powerful and resounding, and Tsumugi's keyboard playing flowed smoothly like clouds and water.

But Mio's bass playing was the only one that kept making mistakes.

Either the beat is too late or the wrong note is played.

澪？

Hirasawa Yui stopped playing and tilted her head to look at her.

Was that... a deliberate variation?

Mio's face flushed red instantly.

I'm sorry... I'll try again.

The second attempt was even worse.

Mio even forgot a melody she had composed herself.

An awkward silence filled the activity room.

澪！

Lu put down his drumsticks, his expression more serious than ever before.

You've been distracted since this morning. What's wrong? Didn't we agree that we wouldn't keep any secrets from each other?

Akiyama Mio lowered her head, her long hair falling down to cover her face, her fingers gripping the edge of the bass tightly until her knuckles turned white.

Hirasawa Yui and Kotobuki Tsumugi also noticed that Akiyama Mio was acting strangely.

Tsumugi gently put down her teacup and sat down next to Mio.

Mio-chan, we're worried about you. If you're having any difficulties, please let us know.

Wei put down his guitar and nodded seriously, a rare occurrence for him.

Yes! If Mio is unhappy, Yui will be unhappy too!

Mio's shoulders trembled slightly, and a tear fell onto the smooth surface of the bass.

She looked up, her iridescent eyes filled with struggle and fear.

I...I might be being haunted by paranormal phenomena...

Supernatural?!

Lu almost jumped up from his chair.

Is it a ghost? Or a curse? Should I go to the shrine and get a talisman?

No...not that kind of...

Mio bit her lip, as if she were fighting against some unseen force.

I can't say... I can't explain in detail...

Tsumugi keenly noticed that Mio said she couldn't say it, not that she didn't know.

As a good friend.

She did not question whether Mio was lying or joking.

Kotobuki Tsumugi chose to believe in her friends.

She gently held Mio's cold hand and asked in the gentlest tone possible: Is there something restricting you from saying this?

Mio looked at Tsumugi in surprise, a glimmer of hope flashing in her eyes, but it quickly faded away.

Um... I'm sorry...

at this time.

Mio's eyes suddenly widened, as if she had seen something shocking.

Her gaze was fixed on a point in the air, her lips trembling slightly, as if she were reading something.

Ritsu followed Mio's gaze, but only saw dust particles dancing in the sunlight.

"Mio? What are you looking at?" she asked worriedly.

Mio did not answer.

Her expression gradually shifted from shock to confusion, and finally to a strange sense of relaxation.

"They...they said there's nothing to be afraid of..." Mio murmured to herself.

They? Who?

Lu nervously looked around; there were only the four of them in the activity room.

Wei grabbed Tsumugi's arm in fear; she was afraid of ghosts.

Mio seemed to have finally made up her mind, and she took a deep breath.

I can't tell you the details... but someone told me it wouldn't hurt me.

So... so please don't worry anymore, I'll be fine.

The three girls looked at each other.

This explanation is more confusing than saying nothing at all.

But seeing the renewed light in Mio's eyes, Kotobuki Tsumugi decided to stop asking questions for the time being and shook her head at Ritsu.

Tanaka Ritsu also understood the meaning behind the silence.

Ok.

Ryu picked up the drumsticks, flashing his signature bright smile.

Since Mio says she's alright, let's continue practicing, but—

She suddenly leaned close to Mio, close enough to see every line in the other's iris.

If you need any help, be sure to let me know first!

Touched, Akiyama Mio nodded gently: "Yes... thank you."

Let's keep practicing.

……

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Chapter 709 Shana with Flame-Haired Burning Eyes is so persistent! A saint who can't escape the palm of your hand!

Practice over.

Mio Akiyama declined the others' invitation to go to the dessert shop together.

He walked alone into a corridor.

Her friends had gone far away, and she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Her gaze returned to the virtual screen that only she could see.

After hesitating for a moment, she carefully inputted the information using her mind.

Mio Akiyama: Are you... really real people?

The moment the message was sent, the group chat exploded.

Sifangchuan Iris: Of course.

Yotsuya Miko: The second newcomer has finally spoken.

Mai Sakurajima: Most of us live in different worlds, but we can communicate through this group.

Megumi Kato: Don't be afraid, I was surprised at first too.

Yukino Yukinoshita: At least we won't hurt you.

Akiyama Mio's heart pounded.

She didn't recognize any of these names, but their tone was so genuine, like chatting with ordinary friends.

Suddenly, a message appeared that specifically mentioned her.

Lingqing: Akiyama Mio, don't be afraid, the chat group won't hurt you. I know you're confused right now, but try to believe that this will only do you good and no harm.

Seeing the group admin directly address her, Mio's heart beat even faster.

Ling Qing: Let me introduce myself. I am Ling Qing, the group admin, and I also know about you.

Rei: Akiyama Mio, bassist of the Sakuragaoka High School Light Music Club. Her best friends are Tanaka Ritsu, Hirasawa Yui, and Kotobuki Tsumugi. Do I need to say more to prove it?

Shana: You know all the group members, but what about me?

Ling Qing: Right now you should be a Flame Haze warrior who is only working hard to eliminate the Crimson World Apostles, and you have the Heavenly Blaze that gives you power, right?

Shana: You even know about Alastor? I acknowledge you.