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At that moment, Ai Yin had a flash of inspiration—
She said smugly, "Taro, does that count as me winning a round from you?"
What Aine was talking about was the bet between Taro, Metty, and Hina.
No matter when or where, as long as you hit Momoi Taro, you can obtain a free-use scroll from Taro's hand. (Note: This entry is an artistic embellishment by Aine.)
I thought Taro would say something to refute me, but to my surprise, he thought about it seriously for a while before nodding and saying, "If that's the case, then I have indeed lost."
There are many reasons why Taro Momoi is so successful in this game. His unparalleled reflexes, sharp eyesight, and even his mystical killing intent make him almost invincible.
However, what Aine just did was entirely on a whim and naturally had no malicious intent.
Taro's exceptional reflexes allowed him to react immediately after being attacked, and he bit Aine with his teeth.
However, because of tomorrow's performance, Taro couldn't go all out. Besides, his hands had to be on the steering wheel. It was only by chance that Aine managed to steal the chicken.
"Just like we agreed, you can make one request, anything is fine." Momoi Taro readily admitted defeat, which left the previously aggressive Aine looking around in bewilderment.
"this and that……"
She hesitated, but Miaomeng behind her had already excitedly swung her fist at the air.
Nice! Aiko, I didn't know you had this trick up your sleeve! Now as long as you hit a straight shot with a basic attack, you'll be fine!
Aine's mind was filled with uncontrollable, romantic images.
Her heart raced slightly. As she looked at Taro's profile, memories flashed through her mind of the first time she met him, of him singing to her in the room, and of him firmly pulling her back when she tried to escape during band practice.
After these scenes appeared, all the beautiful images in Aine's mind turned to dust with a bang and disappeared.
A genuine, gentle smile appeared on her face: "I've made up my mind—"
Taro's lips curled into a confident smile as he raised his head: "Ah, just say it, we can do anything together."
"I want..." Ai-yin deliberately dragged out the word. Miao-meng held her breath, watching the two of them with extreme nervousness, her mind racing with wild guesses: What could it be? A kiss? A hug? Could they just get married?
"I like it. Taro, don't lose again—" Aine's eyes were clear and gentle. In her heart, Taro was indeed better when he was still the one who was invincible.
She thought to herself that this so-called victory was also a sudden idea of hers, and in a sense, Taro hadn't lost either.
She just didn't want to see Taro fail even once.
Taro heard Aine's words, nodded intently, and said in a steady and firm voice, "Ah, I will do my best."
Hearing their conversation, Miaomeng was already mentally celebrating her victory. "Awesome! Aiko! So skillful! So impressive!"
She thought excitedly: all those silly actions before were just a facade. Now she's cultivated the image of a girl who knows how to navigate social situations, and who's completely devoted to you. Her favorability towards her is off the charts!
"In that case, I'll be the only woman who has defeated Momoi Taro, hehehe..."
However, Aine's next words caused Miaomeng's thoughts to take a sharp turn for the worse once again... She inwardly groaned: Is this woman really a pig-nosed person? What are you doing?! Aiko! Saying something like that will definitely lower your score significantly! Aiko!
As expected, Taro's smile quickly vanished (from Meow Dream's perspective), his expression returning to its usual calm, and he said clearly and forcefully, "You're not wrong in thinking that way. I agree!"
Aine couldn't stop smiling. Did she know that not saying those words might have made Taro like her even more? Of course she knew. Back then, this was Momoi Taro, not just anyone.
That's right, taking the long way is my shortest shortcut—
When she's with Taro, she really should show her true self without reservation. As long as she uses this sincere heart, she's sure to reach Taro's heart... She stared blankly at her slender fingers.
Despite the thick calluses on her fingertips from practicing the piano day and night, her fair and translucent knuckles still managed to outline a smooth and graceful arc.
On his porcelain-like skin, a row of pale pink teeth marks were subtly imprinted. The undried saliva shimmered like pearls under the light, as if still carrying the hot breath from his lips.
What happened next will probably be the thing Aine regrets the most for a long time to come.
When her gaze fell upon the bodily fluids on her fingers and the few remaining cake crumbs, a powerful impulse broke free from the shackles of her reason.
Her heart suddenly raced. She put her finger to her lips, stuck out her tongue, and almost greedily scooped up all the cake crumbs stuck to her finger with liquid and put them into her mouth.
Is this also part of you showing your true colors? Hachia, you rascal—
Ai Yin stared blankly at her clean fingers, and the whole car fell silent.
The one who broke the silence was Aine herself; she chuckled. This... this could be considered an indirect kiss, right?
No... this isn't just a normal indirect kiss, it's practically an indirect French kiss! They're already French kissing now; it would be even better if they had a few kids in a few years.
The more she thought about it, the more excited she became, and she couldn't stop smiling.
Miaomeng was speechless. Seriously, if you're going to do something like this, do it secretly! How could you do something like this when everyone's attention is on you?
Even if you did it, it was at most an indirect kiss, your reaction was way too obvious. Control yourself, Aiko!
Taro's face turned truly dark; he had no idea what was wrong with his servant.
He did not require his servants to always remain sane. He was not a demon.
But what does "down" mean? You're only 16 years old, right? If you keep going like this, you'll have your "down" four times when you're 32, and eight times when you're 64. In the end, you'll become Yamata no Orochi. As Momotaro, I really need to subdue you, really.
P.S.: The above are Miaomeng's inner thoughts.
However, Taro was indeed a little upset. He didn't know what Aine's action meant, and what the silly smile on her face meant.
Yes, ever since she licked her fingers, Aine has been letting out a series of silly giggles.
What's so funny about this? Taro couldn't understand it, but he instinctively felt that Aine was not normal.
Watching all this, Rakuna gave a meaningful smile. She popped the last matcha cake into her mouth and murmured, "Aine, as expected, an interesting woman...girl."
And then, Ai-yin walked to Hai-ling's house with a silly grin on her face.
……
After hearing Taro's story, Hailin didn't know what kind of expression she should make or what kind of words she should say.
She was even starting to regret asking the question. She didn't want to know.
"Is that so? Chihaya-san is really amazing." As a mature working woman (?), Hailin still managed to ease the tension. She stretched out her hands and clapped very earnestly: "I'm so touched."
"Huh? What's so touching?" Miao Meng clearly lacked professional ethics and couldn't hold back at all.
Taro didn't give the two of them a chance to continue, and stopped the car.
"Is there anything else you want to talk about? Let's talk about it on the plane later." Taro got out of the car, and everyone then realized that they had arrived at the airport.
"What about your instruments? Should I take them with me and check them in? Or should you bring them over and check them in your own luggage?"
"Ah, I'll leave it to Taro." Aine's rationality finally returned, and she rubbed her cheeks vigorously.
"I know." Seeing that Aine had returned to normal, Taro felt a little relieved and looked at the others: "How are you all?"
Hai Ling was about to answer that she would take it, but then the topic of trust resurfaced in her mind like a persistent ailment.
She, who had been about to get up, sat back down and calmly said, "Mine too."
“Same here,” Lena replied curtly. Miaomeng impatiently pulled out her drumsticks: “This is the only instrument I have.”
Taro smiled and said, "Don't worry, I'll bring the drums from the practice room."
"Yes, yes, yes." Miao Meng slumped helplessly into the car. Taro then told them the boarding gate and told them to wait there. Then they quickly moved their things away, carrying large and small bags.
What happened next doesn't need to be explained in too much detail. In short, the four members of the Dong Brothers boarded the plane and started their band meeting on the plane.
It's obvious my mind is blank. I'll be taking two days off starting tomorrow to ease my anxiety and give myself a couple of days of relaxation! So, I'm taking two days off starting tomorrow, one is the regular holiday at the beginning of the month, and the other is the holiday at the end of the semester (mainly because I don't have a leave slip anymore xxx).
Leave
I'm taking two days off at the end of the month and the end of the semester. I was originally going to play games, but... umm... Now my reason for taking leave is legitimate.
The computer screen is back.
The new computer screen is back; updates will resume normally tomorrow.
In short, -500, -180. This time it was because my air conditioner was chewed by rats who hid all the dirt inside, causing it to leak... and then water got into the screen. The new screen is quite small, so I'll need some time to get used to it. But I had a copy I picked up at an internet cafe before, so it's not too bad.
Dong, Episode 7, Grand Summary
In short, after a lot of chaotic and messy trouble, the five of them finally got on the plane.
Although Taro Momoi isn't exactly a tycoon (although, in my opinion, the money he spends on the band is enough to make him a tycoon), he's incredibly generous when it comes to the band's essential expenses.
So, they were seated in first class this time. Although it was peak tourist season, the flight to Kumamoto was surprisingly empty.
"So, what is it you want to talk about?" Miao Meng closed her eyes, crossed her arms, and lay back in the chair. The events of the past few hours had left her somewhat exhausted.
She thought she knew Aiko very well, but she didn't realize that Aiko had this other side to her.
Alas, I feel tired.
"Of course, it's part of the arrangements for the live performance at this summer festival." Taro and Nyanmu were in the same position. Hearing Nyanmu's question, he calmly opened his eyes and answered.
"This live performance is extremely important for our Dong Brothers group. Everyone should remember that, right?"
Aine sat down next to Taro, behind Nyanmu. She tilted her head, touched her lips, and recalled, "I remember, it was some kind of audition at a music festival?"
“Yes. That was a music festival that garnered a lot of attention.” Taro raised his head and said calmly, “This is our band’s first step towards becoming number one in Japan!”
Yo--Japan is number one!
Miao Meng hesitated for a moment, but then sighed and said softly, "Why would such a big music festival hold an audition in a place like Kumamoto?"
She tried hard to recall, but the summer festival had lasted for quite a while, and she hadn't heard of any of the bands that performed there going on to any major music festivals.
"The information comes from the organizers of that music festival, so it's pretty much true." Taro's words were full of confidence. Hearing Taro say this, Meow Dream didn't refute it and nodded silently.
"Based on what I know, those who perform well at that summer festival will be followed up with live performances, and if the quality of their live performances is consistently high, they will be invited to that music festival."
Hearing Taro's words, Hailin, who was sitting alone, felt a slight stirring in her heart.
Isn't the situation Taro described almost exactly the same as what happened to him back then?