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"Check-in on November 2, 20XX".
Banami read through these comments one by one. For more than half a year, regardless of the weather or the season, the girl with the username "Wheat Ear" would leave a check-in comment.
※One day plus one day
Every bit of sweat and blood shed during farming
Every grain is bittersweet
※Never change
Human will can conquer nature
Looking at herself wearing a mask in the video, "his" voice actually overlapped with Ruo Sui's voice at that moment.
The melody slowly stopped, and then time and space shifted to this moment, where the girl named "Wheat Ear" said to Banami in a gentle voice, "Brother-in-law, this girl named Wheat Ear is actually your first fan."
"As a fan who is deeply attracted by your work, she has always been looking forward to your new works. Even though you are wearing a mask in the video, your songs and your emotions are so sincere, which moves her deeply."
"It is because of your songs that she is able to live a positive and optimistic life, and get better every day."
"However, after leaving Kumamoto, she discovered that her favorite idol had never released any new works."
"Therefore, she can only practice the songs you left behind desperately, hoping that one day, when you update your work, she can give you a surprise and let you know that there is a girl who has been paying attention to your music."
"But in the end, she never got to see him again. She was very sad, but she was even more curious about what had happened, so she decided to encourage her parents to come to Tokyo so that they could find out why her favorite idol had stopped appearing."
Somewhat surprised, Banami looked up at the beautiful girl in front of her.
She does like herself, but at the same time, she idolizes herself and uses that as her inner motivation to live a positive life.
Ruo Sui gently put down her guitar and said with a hint of sadness, "Now, she knows the reason."
Because her favorite idol is a very great person who is always willing to sacrifice himself and make sacrifices to help others.
He became very busy in order to help other girls, not only playing the role of a majestic general, but also helping to deal with the girls' parents.
Therefore, he gained the love of many girls, but similarly, he didn't have much time to focus on music.
Even though he still genuinely enjoys the passion and sense of accomplishment he gets from creating music, he has lost the time needed for that focus.
She... was proud of her idol, but at the same time, she felt deeply saddened for him.
Ruo Sui gently raised her head and said to the boy, "This is the sentiment of an ordinary fan who idolizes you."
Hearing what the other person said, Banami remained silent for a long time until the other person went back to their room in silence.
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In the Shiina family's house, in Maki's room, an unexpected figure has appeared who shouldn't be there.
Youtian Temple Ruomai.
"She... was proud of her idol, but at the same time, she was also deeply saddened for him."
The listening device in front of him transmitted the familiar words of a young girl, which made Yutenji Wakana fall silent.
Maki smiled with amusement and said, "So, Meow-chan, you originally wanted to test your sister's attitude, but now that you've heard these words, how do you feel?"
Chapter 52 Goodbye, Tokyo
The following day, the Kumamoto couple, who had been spending several days in Tokyo, returned to Nekomu's apartment.
Having not been to a big city for a long time, and having not enjoyed some time alone with their child for a long time, the couple finally remembered that their youngest daughter had been staying at her older sister's apartment for the past few days, so they came to visit.
"By the way, Ruohui, your father and I are planning to go back to Kumamoto the day after tomorrow. How has school been going these past few days?" Mrs. Yutenji couldn't help but ask.
Miaomeng looked at her younger sister nervously. Nominally, she had come with her parents, but in reality, she was waiting for the couple downstairs at their apartment building to conceal the fact that she hadn't been with them the night before.
“Yes, both Haneoka and Hanasaki River are very good schools,” Wakaho said softly.
Uncle Kumamoto nodded slightly and said, "If that's the case, then you..."
But Wakaho shook her head in surprise and said, "However, I think a high school in Kumamoto would be more suitable for me."
"Eh?!" Mrs. Yutenji next to her was slightly surprised. After all, the first person who wanted to come to Tokyo was Wakaho, and she was clearly very excited before she came. But now, she had become calm.
Miao Meng opened her mouth, but for a moment, she didn't know what to say. Then she heard Mrs. Yutenji ask, "Is there anything unsuitable about Tokyo?"
Wakaho gently shook her head and said, "No, Mom. Tokyo is nice, but I don't think it's quite right for me. I'm also reluctant to leave my friends in Kumamoto. I'll think about it again when I get to university."
Although Uncle Kumamoto's face was a little tense, he could barely suppress a smile as he said, "Well, since it's your own choice, Dad will support you no matter what."
"You old fool, you just want Ruo Sui to stay by your side for a few more years, right?" Mrs. Yutenji thought to herself. But since Ruo Sui herself thought so, as her mother, she couldn't possibly object.
However, her feminine sensitivity made her feel that something was amiss.
"So, what do you think, Hanami-kun?" Therefore, she subconsciously asked Nyanmu's boyfriend.
Even though he had been silent, the words Wakaho had said to him yesterday were still replaying in his mind.
She was proud of her idol, but at the same time, she felt deeply saddened for him.
No girl had ever shown him such feelings before, which made Banami feel a little confused.
He couldn't figure out his feelings for Ruosui, and as he had said before, he didn't want to hurt Ruomai.
Therefore, the boy said softly, "I feel sorry, but I respect Wakaho's choice."
Upon hearing this, the pretty young woman smiled sincerely and said, "Thank you, brother-in-law."
Then, the girl said to her parents, "I've been busy looking at schools these past two days and haven't had much time to play with you two. There are still two days left, so you can't leave me behind again."
The couple rarely heard Wakaho speak in such a spoiled tone, and Uncle Kumamoto immediately said with some delight, "How could that be? Wakaho, even if you wanted the moon in the sky, Daddy would pluck it down for you!"
The uncle patted his chest repeatedly, looking like a silly father, while Ruo Sui just covered her mouth and laughed.
What no one noticed was that Ruomai, who usually loved to chatter, was unusually quiet today.
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Taking advantage of the moment before Wakaho went out with the two elders, Nyanmu pulled her younger sister aside. Even Banami wasn't there. She asked bluntly, "Is it because of Banami that you don't want to stay in Tokyo?"
Looking at her somewhat anxious older sister, Ruo Sui said softly, "Sister, what kind of answer do you want? If I answer yes, will you be sad? If I answer no, will you be happy?"
If that's the case, Wakame will certainly be sad, since it's like she sent her sister back to Kumamoto; however, if Hoshin goes back, she will breathe a sigh of relief.
But she really wanted Wakaho to stay in Tokyo, since there were better opportunities there.
But these issues were secondary. In Ruomai's mind, she also recalled hearing Ruo Sui's thoughts from Maki yesterday.
This younger sister felt somewhat unfamiliar to her.
In her memory, her younger sister was always so well-behaved that it was heartbreaking. Even though she had fallen in love with Banami, as she said, in Miaomeng's opinion, this was also a rebellious phase.
Basically, the older sister's crush makes the younger sister interested in him too, and Banami is also outstanding enough to easily win a girl's heart.
For Miaomeng, the headache of dealing with the situation is more of a headache than getting angry.
However, Ruo Sui's touching words yesterday completely shattered this preconceived notion.
“If you really feel bad about it, then I’ll tell you, it’s not like that. I don’t want to stay in Tokyo, and it’s not because you and I like the same boy,” Wakaho said frankly.
Miao Meng's eyes widened slightly. It was that feeling again. Ruo Sui in front of her gave her that cold and mature feeling from yesterday.
“If that’s the case, then why… do I still want you to stay in Tokyo, Wakaho?” Nyanmu said.
Ruo Sui shook her head again and said, "After this trip to Tokyo, I am once again certain that my sister is really amazing to be able to survive in this city, but... for me, Tokyo is not a city I like."
No, the city that Ruohui likes?
"It's not gentle or kind to people. I have a favorite idol singer."
But in Tokyo, due to various unavoidable reasons, I have to put my favorite things on hold.
I really like his songs, so I dislike this city even more.
So, Ruo Sui, what you dislike about this city, or the people in it?
Miaomeng could no longer bring herself to ask this question.
She could actually detect a hint of reproach in Ruosui's words.
The Yutenji family spent the next two days peacefully, having explored almost most of Tokyo, before finally boarding the train back to Kumamoto.
Miaomeng hugged her parents tightly, almost crying.
"Alright, alright, it's not like we won't see each other for a long time. Remember to bring Hana back to Kumamoto during the New Year," Mrs. Yutenji said with a smile.
Miaomeng nodded vigorously, and then Mrs. Yutenji gently nudged her youngest daughter and said, "Wakaho, is there anything you want to say to your older sister and brother-in-law?"
As a result, Ruo Sui stepped forward and handed a letter to Miao Meng, saying, "Everything I want to say is hidden in this letter. However, I hope my sister and brother-in-law will read it after the train departs, otherwise I will feel embarrassed."
Miao Meng took the letter with some surprise.
"You silly child, why are you so shy about saying goodbye?" Mrs. Yutenji said with a light laugh.
Soon, the signal for the Shinkansen to start sounded, and the three members of the Yutenji family stood at the train door, looking at Hanami and Nyanmu.
Suddenly, Wakaho, who hadn't spoken to Hachimi, suddenly said, "Brother-in-law!"
Banami raised his head. For the past two days, he had been trying to downplay what Wakaho had said that night, but he had obviously failed. Her words kept lingering in his mind.
This girl who can be proud of me, and also sad for me.
Yutenji and his wife, along with Nyanmu, couldn't help but look at the girl, only to see her suddenly smile and say, "I wish you even more happiness in the future."
The seemingly polite farewell words relieved Uncle Kumamoto, but made Mrs. Yutenji seem to realize something.
However, Ruo Sui seemed unconcerned and walked straight into the carriage.
Soon after, the Shinkansen started moving, carrying Wakaho and her parents, slowly leaving the city she didn't like.
Chapter 53: Wakaho-chan's Character Collapses (End of Volume 18)
Normally, seeing Banami looking somewhat reluctantly at the departing train, Nyanmu would definitely have been unable to resist making a few sarcastic remarks.
But she really can't do it now. She doesn't think she lost to her sister, or that Wakaho is more attractive to Hanami than she is.
Rather, it was Ruo Sui's monologue that night that struck a chord with Miao Meng, or rather, with all the girls she was close to, a place she dared not think about.
Therefore, she gently pursed her lips and said, "Hanami, let's read the letter left by Wakaho together."
Banami turned her head with some surprise, looked at Nyanmu, and asked, "Is it okay?"
Seeing his cautious demeanor, Miao Meng felt somewhat comforted, but soon she thought of Ruo Sui's attitude, and a sense of guilt immediately arose in her heart.
“Of course, what Ruo Sui is saying is that what we’re leaving for us to see includes you.” Miao Meng said in a slightly assertive voice.
Therefore, when Nyan opened the envelope, Banami also carefully looked at its contents.
The very first sentence was enough to make him and Miaomeng linger.
“Yutenji Wakana, I hate you because you are a selfish person.”
Yutenji Wakaho rebuked her older sister with an unprecedentedly stern tone.
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On her way home, the scenery of fields kept flashing by outside the Shinkansen. Wakaho stared blankly at everything outside, lost in thought.
At that moment, she didn't sit with her parents. Instead, she made an excuse to find a seat in another empty carriage, seemingly wanting to calm down.
For no apparent reason, tears welled up in the girl's eyes, and just then, someone sat down next to her.
She turned around in surprise, only to find it was her mother.
She quickly wiped away her tears and said, "Mom, what's wrong...?"
"Shouldn't I be asking you that?" Mrs. Yutenji said with a smile.
"I..." Ruo Sui didn't know what to say for a moment.
Mrs. Yutenji said with a smile, "I guess my Wakaho-chan is heartbroken, that's why she's crying. Don't worry, I'll keep it from that silly bear."
However, you can talk to your mom about it if you'd like.
Ruo Sui stared blankly at her mother. Actually, it would have been easy to brush her off, since her mother had very high emotional intelligence.
She was a master of palace intrigue who fought her way out of the crowd and won over her father. Although it was a bit awkward for a daughter, she was quite popular when she was young because of her height, physique, and even her father's personality, which was unlike that of a Japanese man.
Ruo Sui pursed her lips gently and said, "I didn't break up with someone, but... I was rejected when I confessed my feelings."
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