Page 260
Page 260
"By the way, what kind of person is he? Do you have a photo? With your taste, Ruomai, he must be very handsome," Risa quickly asked gossipingly.
"It's... just average." Teacher Da Miao was sweating a little.
"Eh, is it just... ordinary?" Risa asked, slightly puzzled.
Teacher Da Miao couldn't stand it anymore. An impulse arose in her heart, and she subconsciously took out her phone, opened the video she had saved, and said with a bit of pride, "This is my boyfriend."
"Wow, I've heard this song before, it's called 'Line,' right? Hey, the person who sings this song is Ruomai, your boyfriend?!"
That's right, what Miaomeng is showing her junior high school classmates now is a video of Banami performing "Thread" solo, which was posted on YouTube.
If Risa's previous praise was just polite formalities, seeing that the "celebrity" she usually only saw in videos was actually her junior high school classmate's boyfriend, she finally revealed her sincere envy and a touch of sourness.
"He's just so-so, but an agency has already approached him, wanting him to debut as a professional singer. However, Xi... ah, that is, my boyfriend, he refused. He doesn't want to go down the path of a professional singer."
"Wow, that's amazing! I never imagined that such an amazing person would be Ruomai's boyfriend."
Hearing Risa's praise, Meowmeng felt incredibly satisfied, almost floating on air.
"Well, the real reason is that Xi is the heir to a large family in Tokyo. If he debuted, it would cause trouble for his family, so he had no choice but to refuse."
I feel quite sorry for him, after all, he loved music so much and was so talented.
Miao Meng was starting to lose control of herself.
"So, Ruomai, in the future, won't you become the young mistress of a Tokyo family?!" Risa continued in surprise.
"No...it's not that exaggerated. Xi and I have already agreed that we will create our own future with our own hands," Miao Meng said with a hint of pride.
"Ruomai, you're really amazing. If it were me, I would definitely want to enjoy the life of a rich wife."
Amidst the constant praise, our Teacher Da Miao was practically ascending to heaven with joy.
Boasting is fun for a while, and it's fun to keep boasting.
Chapter Twenty-Three: Guitar Hero
Regardless of how much Miaomeng boasted to her junior high school classmates, Kumamoto Prefecture is a place that feels very new and exciting to the young couple who have just arrived in Kumamoto.
After getting off the train, Banami and Shoko confirmed that the Toyokawa family had not yet come after them, and then quickly left the station.
Now, the Fujita butler and his companions have probably completely lost sight of their target. They're scattered all over the place, and they don't know which direction the two have moved in. They might even think that the two are still in Kobe.
After all, for professionals, no matter how well they do counter-surveillance work, there are always traces to follow.
But Banami and Shoko essentially moved directly from Kobe to Kumamoto in Kyushu, which was something no one could have imagined.
While not completely safe, it's highly unlikely that the Toyokawa family will be able to catch up in the short term.
Moreover, both of them were inherently very optimistic people, and after leaving the station, Xiangzi basically came here with the mindset of being a tourist.
As for what comes to mind first when traveling to Kumamoto, it's naturally...
"Wow, Xi, look! It's Kumamon handing out balloons to the kids! No wonder it's Kumamon's headquarters, this place is amazing!"
As a result, Banami was naturally dragged by Xiangzi to Kumamon Square in Chuo Ward, Kumamoto City.
This is a base built with local government funding to promote the local mascot, and it is also one of the must-visit spots for online celebrities.
Looking at the bear-shaped mascot costume with two red cheeks in the distance, which was dark in color, Banai saw that he was not interested and said, "What's so interesting about this? It's not like Gundam is sending out balloons."
Hearing such a discouraging remark, Xiangzi rolled her eyes at him and said, "I forgot, you're a local from Kumamoto, you know~ and you have a childhood friend in Tokyo~ You must be used to it by now~"
"That's just the setting. Do you know what the setting is? I have absolutely no recollection of this place." Banami reacted.
Because of that fan creation with Nyanmu, Banami has now barely returned to his hometown of Kumamoto, but for him, it makes no difference at all.
Sure enough, no woman is without a grudge!
Xiangzi didn't care and continued with a smile, "Hey, Hanami-kun, a local from Kumamoto, since you find this place boring, what are some fun places to visit in Kumamoto that you can recommend?"
Banami thought to herself, "Our Daisho's ability to be sarcastic and weird has really improved. Who did he learn to be so bad from? Damn it."
But he wasn't one to be trifled with either, and said excitedly, "Why don't we go soak in a hot spring? I've heard Kurokawa Onsen is very famous, and the autumn foliage is beautiful right now!"
You two don't look like you're on the run at all.
Xiangzi seemed to have thought of something, his cheeks flushed slightly, and he said, "You lecher."
How am I a pervert?
"Hmph, you say you're soaking in a hot spring, but do you think I don't know what you're up to?"
"What do I want to do? Just soak in a hot spring, only... with Xiao Xiang~"
He'd been wanting to try the legendary Japanese communal bathing for ages, wow!
Just thinking about it makes me feel a little uneasy.
Well, that's just how young people are.
Xiangzi was slightly disgusted and didn't want to talk to him anymore. Did boys really think about that kind of thing all day long?
Although Xiangzi didn't dislike it, she enjoyed the romantic atmosphere and the tenderness afterward even more.
Yes, a young girl's heart is always poetic, it's just that she hasn't reached the age of a young woman yet.
The girl looked at the various Kumo bear plush toys sold at Kumamon Plaza, and as if recalling something, she smiled and said, "When I was little, my parents often took me to places like Disneyland and Ocean Park, and my mom would buy me plush toys."
If it were the Xiangzi of the past, recalling her former happiness would probably have filled her heart with more regret and sadness, but now, when she talks about it, her face shows ease and nostalgia, but not pain.
Suddenly, the girl seemed to remember something and said, "Hey Xi, you always seem a bit impatient in places like this. When you were little, didn't your parents take you to amusement parks often?"
"You big oaf, how dare you resort to personal attacks? Do you think that's appropriate?" Banai said, somewhat exasperated.
"What kind of personal attack is this? Could it be that I was right?" Xiangzi covered her mouth slightly, looking at her boyfriend with some surprise.
Ouch, that hurts! Don't look at me like that, it really hurts.
The Banami family is a dual-income family, and they work year-round without a break. In his memory, his parents have basically never taken him out to play.
But if you insist on calling this misfortune, I think you're talking nonsense. You have plenty of food and clothing, what more do you want?
However, he probably couldn't recount childhood memories like Teacher Da Xiang, because he genuinely didn't.
"You always call Su Shi 'Mom,' could it be because you... lacked something in your childhood... uh..."
"Waaah, I'm sorry, Mr. Xiangzi, please stop talking. I won't call you childish anymore."
The next moment, Xiangzi gently tiptoed and, somewhat reluctantly, gently stroked the boy's head to comfort him.
"It's okay, Xi. I will make up for the time you missed in your childhood, little by little. So, it's okay."
Her expression was so gentle, even somewhat kind.
Buhao is Bai Xiang!
At this moment, in Banami's eyes, Xiangzi's back seemed to be radiating a diffused light.
"Waaaaah, Saki-chan, you're so kind, I love you."
When Banai tightly embraced the girl, Xiangzi was so frightened that he screamed "Waaah!"
So cute!
"Everyone...everyone's looking over here," Xiangzi said, somewhat embarrassed.
The locals in Kumamoto are generally quite conservative, and the population is aging significantly. Seeing the two people behaving so indecently in public, many elderly people gave them strange looks.
“Let them see just how good my girlfriend is… no, my wife is,” Banami said matter-of-factly.
Xiangzi couldn't help but feel both amused and annoyed, then said with annoyance, "You can hug me, but please don't touch my butt, okay?"
“Such a nice butt, why not touch it? It won’t hurt you!” Banami stubbornly retorted again.
Xiangzi wanted to bite him to death, but she soon became immersed in the happiness of being in her lover's arms.
Neither of them is perfect; in fact, they both have many flaws and regrets.
But she thought that as long as they were together, they could definitely make up for each other's shortcomings and regrets, making themselves and each other happier, and...
"Waaaaah..."
Suddenly, not far away, the two heard a child crying loudly. The Kumamon plush toy was trying to comfort the child, but it didn't seem to be having any effect.
The little girl seemed to be calling out for her parents, so she was probably separated from them.
Originally, this had nothing to do with the two of them, but...
“Hey, guitar hero, isn’t it time for you to take the stage?” Xiangzi said.
Upon hearing the phrase "Guitar Hero," Banami couldn't help but laugh: "Which song would you like to hear?"
"Hmm... I really like the song you wrote before called 'Red Pepper,' and it's also very suitable for coaxing children."
Then, Hanami took the guitar off her back.
The two will become even happier, and will spread their happiness to more people.
Chapter Twenty-Four: Red Peppers
The little girl, who had lost contact with her parents, cried loudly. Although a Kumamon doll was nearby trying to cheer her up, it had no effect.
The young woman in uniform tried to comfort her, but her actions failed to calm her down, and even drew the attention of other tourists.
"Little sister, would you like to come to my office first?"
"There are sweet candies there, and Kumamon will keep you company."
"Your parents are on their way and will be here soon."
"No, I want my mom and dad! Waaaaaah..."
But just then, the lively sounds of a guitar and a hand drum rang out.
*A bustling path that winds and twists
*Playing with everyone in the lush green forest
Sunlight shines on the street where we play.
Is someone calling for us?
The incredibly light and cheerful tone, along with the simple and catchy lyrics, makes it sound like a children's song.
Banami, carrying a guitar, and Toyokawa Shoko, holding a hand drum, approach the crying little girl while singing the cheerful "Paprika".
The Kumamon mascot, the uniformed girls, and other tourists couldn't help but look at the approaching couple.
Summer is here, shadows are everywhere, I long to see you.
Looking up, you see the first star in the night sky.
Will tomorrow be sunny too?
*The red chili peppers have blossomed.
Sow the seeds towards the clear sky.
Hanami, holding a guitar, and Shoko, holding a hand drum, stood in front of the crying little girl, gradually drawing her attention to their instruments and singing, which even made her cry a little quieter.
The girl with long, flowing light blue hair leaned forward and smiled, saying, "Want to sing with us?"
"But...but I don't know how..." The little girl seemed speechless as she looked at the beautiful young lady with golden eyes in front of her.
"It's very simple, I'll teach you." Xiangzi showed a very infectious smile.
Hallelujah, if it depicts the picture of a dream
If I were to recount all the joys we've shared, you would be the one I think of.
The light that illuminates the way home is the shadow of that person from my memories.
I'm going to see you now, I'll walk through these roadside trees.
Singing this song
*Also, you need to be holding a large bouquet of flowers.
Perhaps it was the children's voices that captivated them, or perhaps it was simply the children's emotions that were so changeable. Even though they didn't quite understand the lyrics, they were still laughing and babbling along to the melody and rhythm.
Such sounds did not affect the performance; on the contrary, they added a touch of childlike charm, making the song even more adorable.
In fact, it has attracted quite a few tourists to come and watch the two perform.
*la lu la li la
*The red chili peppers have blossomed.
svetikya