Do you like humans that much, Chihaya Aine?

　Ultraman is not an omnipotent god, but if he sees it, he will definitely not sit idly by. This is Ultraman.

　Volume 1: 52. Aiyin, the one who fuels the fire

　Often the person who knows you best is not yourself, but your enemy.

　This is the case with Mephilas. He understands Ultraman's character and style better than Ultraman himself. He is full of a sense of justice and fights to maintain peace in the universe and protect the weak.

　Because of this, the Ultraman who came to Earth would exhaust his energy in order to save the people on Earth. Mephilas was not surprised that this would happen.

　However, without the energy replenishment from the Plasma Spark Tower, it might take a long time for Ultraman to recover his energy and wake up from his dormant state.

　"Then please keep working hard, Chihaya Aine."

　"It is up to you to protect the peace of the earth."

　“I don’t think it will be necessary in the future.”

　Chihaya Aine thought of the giant Michelle of the Genmaki family. Although it looked a little strange and cute, its fighting power was enough to defeat monsters. She felt that the earth should be left to the protection of the earthlings in the future.

　"Do you think the people on Earth today have the ability to protect the Earth?"

　Mefilas seemed to have seen through Chihaya Aine's thoughts and asked casually.

　"I think so. The Earth should always be protected by the people of Earth."

　"You and the Ultramen share the same expectations and opinions."

　"Will the Earthlings who possess powerful strength really be what you think they are?"

　This is not the case with Mephilas. Ultraman only sees the good side of human beings and often turns a blind eye to the bad side of human character.

　In other words...even if there is despicableness in human character, Ultraman will accept it calmly, because this is the kind of human beings they love.

　"There's often only a fine line between the invader and the invaded. When Earthlings gain sufficient power, perhaps you too will become aliens who invade other planets."

　"Who will Ultraman protect then?"

　Mefilas said something very profound, but Chihaya Aine said it very firmly.

　"Will not!"

　"You say you won't? Even the country you live in has invaded other countries in modern times, and they're still trying to erase their crimes."

　"Chihaya Aine, do you think that people on Earth wouldn't commit the same crime?"

　"So Japan was punished and brought destruction upon itself."

　When it comes to Japan's modern history, Chihaya Aine, who studied in the UK, certainly has a very clear view, and she told Mefilas.

　"Aggression will only lead to destruction. Only kindness and sincerity can make friends with other civilizations in the universe."

　"This is the truth that Ultraman taught me, and it is also the truth that the people of Earth will surely understand in the future."

　"I believe that Ultraman came to Earth to protect humans and to teach us this truth."

　Mefilas didn't say anything else. He now understood why Ultraman chose this Earth girl as his human body.

　"Chihaya Aine, you are very sincere and kind. I hope that this trust in others will not become something that hurts others."

　That concludes today's conversation. Let's get into combat training.

　.....

　"I really want to become a monster..."

　"What are you talking about all of a sudden, Deng?"

　At Hanegaoka Academy, Chihaya Aine, who came to the Astronomy Club, heard Deng's outrageous remarks and she couldn't help but complain.

　"What's so good about monsters? Why don't you think of something else? Like, I want to become Ultraman or something."

　"Is Ultraman a human? Isn't he an alien?"

　Deng tilted his head in confusion, and Aine realized that he had let the cat out of the bag unconsciously, and immediately made amends.

　"But monsters aren't transformed from humans, and they're scary, right?"

　"But, don't everyone in the M78 band have monster costumes? They're awesome."

　"That's just a costume for a COS monster, not a real monster."

　Chihaya Aine said something that she herself didn't realize was wrong. He never told Aine about the evil alien Mefilas.

　The performance costumes of the M78 band are adapted from the shapes of real monsters and aliens, but these monsters and aliens do not appear on Earth.

　"Speaking of which, Deng, why do you like monsters so much?"

　There are many people on Earth who like Ultraman, but it is rare to see people who like monsters. No...it should be said that there are indeed many people who like monsters. The performance costumes of the M78 band are very popular, which shows that monsters are quite popular.

　"Why do I like it? I don't know, I just like it."

　Do you need a reason to like someone?

　Things like this, like her love of picking up pebbles, these behaviors that others cannot understand, are things that Deng likes to do.

　"Okay, but even though I like you, Deng, you have to promise me that if you encounter a monster, you must run away from it."

　"I know, I promise you, I really want to meet a monster..."

　"Hey! Don't keep thinking about dangerous things like this."

　Just as he agreed, he was thinking about Takamatsu Deng's encounter with a monster. Aine felt that this child was almost hopeless.

　No, I have to find something for Deng to do, so that she won’t think about such dangerous ideas all day long. Monsters are still too dangerous.

　"Does Deng have any idea of ​​forming a band again?"

　"I have no idea."

　After hearing what Aine said, Takamatsu Deng felt complicated. She was no longer afraid of CRYCHIC, but when it came to re-forming the band, Deng was very confused.

　"Come to think of it, Deng was the lead singer when he was in CRYCHIC, right?"

　"Yes, she's the lead singer of the band, just like Aine."

　"I want to hear you sing, Deng. Let's go to KTV this afternoon!"

　"Not so good..."

　Takamatsu Deng began to resist. Although she was no longer afraid of CRYCHIC's affairs, Aine couldn't bring up the past again and again and whip the corpse.

　"Then let's call Xiaoxiang along?"

　"This...I'll think about it!"

　Hearing Toyokawa Shoko's name, Takamatsu Deng hesitated obviously, and Aine immediately slammed the table and made a decision.

　"Then it's decided. I'll contact Xiaoxiang."

　Chihaya Aine, who was full of action, soon found Toyokawa Shoko who was practicing piano in the music room during her daily lunch break.

　"Xiaoxiang, let's go to KTV this afternoon."

　"KTV? Even though I said I'm free, I don't have the time to waste with you like this."

　"I have work to do. Our band will be collaborating with the idol group Sumimi, so I want to practice and prepare in advance."

　"Sumi? Chuhua..."

　When she heard the name coming out of Aine's mouth, Toyokawa Shoko immediately thought of Mikado Chuhua. Is she going to meet Chuhua?

　Volume 1: 53. KTV Team Building

　KTV team building is an activity that Japanese high school girls must try.

　When CRYCHIC was still around, it was Toyokawa Shoko’s first time to come to KTV. At that time, she was still a silly and sweet naive young lady who had never seen a coffee machine.

　Now, having experienced a lot of social beatings in the adult society, Shoko Toyokawa has indeed grown a lot.

　At least she understood a simple truth: you need money to live.

　However, since she signed a contract with Tsuburaya Agency and became a member of the M78 band, this problem has been solved for her because the agency pays her salary.

　Although he hasn't officially debuted yet and can't get a high contract commission, the fixed base salary is much higher than working as a customer service representative.

　Thanks to this, Toyokawa Shoko was able to have time to go to KTV for team building with Chihaya Aine and the others. If it were in the past, the afternoon would have been the working time of the customer service Xiaoxiang.

　But... Toyokawa Shoko regretted coming to the KTV, as she was now being watched closely by Chihaya Aine.

　"Ask Triangle Chuhua to come out, Xiaoxiang."

　"Didn't you say you wanted to practice singing?"

　"Yeah, that's why we have to invite Mikado Hatsuka out, because our band is going to have a business collaboration with Sumimi."

　The clever little Aiyin had already thought of an excuse, and poor Xiaoxiang couldn't refuse, but she still forced herself to speak.

　"It's very rude to ask someone over so hastily. Chuhua might be busy with idol work."

　"In other words, you have no objection to calling Chuhua over, Xiaoxiang, right?"

　"Huh? What are you going to do, Chihaya Aine!"

　Seeing Aine take out her cell phone, Toyokawa Shoko became a little anxious. It wasn't that she didn't want to see Mikado Hatsuka, but the current atmosphere was a little awkward.

　"Hello! Is this Lixi? We are singing in KTV. The lights are on."

　"Bring Sanjiao Chuhua here, aren't you guys in the same class? Xiaoxiang is here too."

　Aine got the job done in just two or three moves, and Xiangzi didn't even have the chance to stop her. She was now in a very passive position.

　If I leave right away, Chu Hua will definitely be disappointed if he comes over, but if I stay here, we will both feel awkward and inexplicable.

　"Alright, alright, our band has a business partnership with Sumimi. Xiaoxiang, you'll have to meet Chuhua sooner or later. Wouldn't it be better to meet and chat sooner?"

　"Fine..."

　Toyokawa Shoko took a deep breath. Chihaya Aine was right. This matter could not be avoided. She had to muster up the courage.

　"Let's sing. What song will the lights sing?"

　""Shadow of Spring"..."

　The honest Gao Songdeng heard the richness of the song title.

　Kawa Shoko froze on the spot. She thought Chihaya Aine was torturing her on purpose.

　"'Haruhi Shadow', never heard of it?"

　"It's a song by CRYCHIC, written by Xiaoxiang, and I wrote the lyrics."

　"Wow! CRYCHIC's song, I really want to listen to it!"

　Completely unconcerned with Toyokawa Shoko's expression, Aine pestered Deng to sing "Haruhi Shadow" to her. Did this guy really not understand or was he doing it on purpose? Shoko's fists were stiffened.

　"No, there's no Spring Shadow in KTV."

　After all, it's a song by CRYCHIC, a girl band that disbanded after only one small live performance. They have no fame at all and KTVs will not include such songs.

　On the other hand, when Chihaya Aine was checking the KTV playlist, she saw the songs of her seniors.

　"Wow! It's a song from Poppin' Party. Can I sing it?"

　"up to you."

　Shoko Toyokawa had a blank expression on her face. All she had to do was for Chihaya Aine to stop digging up CRYCHIC's grave. Otherwise, CRYCHIC would be resurrected.

　"Let me see ~PPP's songs, this is it!"

　"Star Beat!"

　PPP has many songs, but Chihaya Aine’s favorite is "Star Beat" and another "Returns". I always feel that the songs are full of endless emotions. There must be many stories about the predecessors of PPP.

　In the karaoke room of the three of them, Chihaya Aine began her performance of "Star Beat." As the lead singer of the band M78, Aine had secretly practiced singing many covers of songs, but she always felt...

　"As expected, 'Star Drumbeat' still requires everyone to sing together. Deng and Xiaoxiang should join us too."

　"I reject!"

　"I...I'm not very good at..."

　The refusing Xiangzi and the timid Deng, these two people could not create any atmosphere at all, but it didn't matter, the door of the private room was pushed open.

　"This is it, right? Found it!"

　When Shiina Tatsuki opened the door, he saw the conspicuous Chihaya Aine singing PPP's song at a glance.

　"Here, come in."