How can my simulation be a real love?

The long-awaited appearance of normal options startled Kazami Mei slightly, but she did not let her guard down.

First, we can rule out vegetarians; you can't even touch that.

Goto Ichiri's fighting strength is probably only one-tenth that of Nagasaki Motoyo.

Even in her simulation, the slightest contact with the vegetarian lady would result in instant death. Given Pochi's cowardice, he would probably surrender to the vegetarian lady without daring to even consider competing with her.

"Or how about we bully Pochi by playing pachinko?"

Option number one is obviously a bit abstract here. Just borrowing money from a timid girl like Boqi and not paying it back is already enough to be called 'the worst of the worst'. If you use the borrowed money to play pachinko, it's even worse.

He couldn't even imagine how horrible the scene would be if Poch found out.

To be honest, he was actually somewhat interested in giving it a try.

However, after careful consideration, Kazami Mei decided against it. To avoid getting stuck in a strange route and having to restart later, he decided to stick to the most normal option. Simply inviting Pochi out on a date wouldn't be a big problem.

It also seems to be the safest option.

Therefore, option two is selected.

You decide to invite Goto Ichiri out on a date.

[Since this wasn't your first date invitation, even Goto Ichiri's timid personality had improved considerably. Faced with your invitation, she simply nodded tremblingly in agreement. Although she was usually timid and easily frightened, she seemed flustered yet couldn't help but reveal a strange smile of being lost in her fantasies.]

When we heard that you had invited Goto Ichiri on a date, the atmosphere in the entire band subtly shifted in a strange way.

[Yamada Ryo, who is usually silent and lazy, was unusually alert on this day and cleaned the LiveHouse thoroughly.]

Kita Ikuyo, who always had a lively and cheerful smile, had recently looked somewhat lifeless in the eyes. Occasionally, she would resentfully approach Goto Ichiri and fondle her fair, round breasts, muttering things like, "Pochi, you wretched evil thing."

[Only Ichika seemed to have not changed much. She was still as energetic as ever, holding band meetings, and would gently pat Goto Ichiri's head with a helpless yet gentle look in her eyes, smiling like an angel and whispering some secrets to her.]

Finally, the day of your date with her has arrived.

……

Gudong!

The faint sound of swallowing saliva came from beside her ear, and Kazami Mei, who was already very concerned, couldn't help but look at the delicate-looking but timid girl next to her.

Today, Boqi seemed to have deliberately clipped up the strands of hair at her temples, freeing her stunningly beautiful face—which could easily join an idol agency and become the visual center—from under her long bangs. Her fair skin, which had been kept in the closet for a long time without being exposed to ultraviolet rays, and her exquisite dress made her completely capable of stealing anyone's attention at this moment.

Unfortunately, she herself is completely unaware of this.

"Ming ming ming... Ming-san, there are so many eyes around you, am I getting in the way by standing here?"

Snapped.

With a gentle chop to the girl's smooth forehead, Kazami Mei spoke with a slightly strange tone, offering a sarcastic remark.

"Idiot, everyone's watching you."

"I...I...Is there something dirty on my face?"

Even when Goto Ichiri was being 'bullied' by being tapped on the head, she only blushed and shrank back.

She stood obediently beside Kazami Naruto, her azure eyes secretly glancing at the free right hand of the black-haired boy beside her. She couldn't help but look up, her eyes filled with panic.

Hongxia told her to go up and hold hands, but she just couldn't bring herself to do it!

She was simply grateful that Kazami Mei was taking such good care of her; already feeling inferior, she didn't dare to hope that he would like her.

But she, who was usually timid and hesitant, suddenly mustered up her courage and, the moment she looked up, tremblingly stretched out her left hand.

"Ming?"

It was at this moment that the voice that suddenly came from beside her ear completely shattered her courage.

A blue-haired girl appeared out of nowhere, walking towards them with a joyful expression. Her stunningly beautiful face made Goto Ichiri feel breathless.

27

Chapter Twenty-Seven: My Guitar Hero.

You unexpectedly meet Toyokawa Shoko on your way to a date.

[She, who also harbored considerable affection for you, immediately noticed Goto Ichiri standing beside you. A hint of disappointment flashed across her beautiful face, but she quickly replaced it with her usual gentle smile and greeted Goto Ichiri.]

[The Toyokawa Shoko in front of us is always full of confidence. She is proactive and positive when facing Kazami Mei. She has her own opinions and is also dignified and elegant in a way that is rare among ordinary people. She is very talented. She can not only compose music, but also take on the planning work of the entire band on her own. Anyone can feel her excellent leadership qualities.]

This was perhaps the first time Goto Ichiri had seen such an outstanding girl. The girl exuded nobility and elegance in every gesture, and the stark contrast made her feel ashamed. When Toyokawa Shoko spoke to her, she could only stammer in response, as if she were too guilty to look the other girl in the eye.

[Perhaps Toyokawa Shoko's appearance was just a minor, unexpected interlude, but you suddenly realize that things are not so simple.]

[Upon first meeting Shoko Toyokawa, Ichiri Goto seemed as timid as she had been at the beginning. During the subsequent dates, she appeared hesitant and unable to open up, only gradually recovering from this 'failure' at the end of the date.]

[You know very well that Goto Ichiri is sensitive and prone to self-destruction, so you take the initiative to comfort her and tell her that there's no need to care. But she is immersed in her own world and can only lower her head and keep apologizing to you.]

You could clearly sense that the girl's eyes seemed to have become somewhat gloomy.

This failed date will inevitably have some impact. You notice that Goto Ichiri is chatting with you less and less on Line, and even falls silent on the way home together.

You realize you should do something, so you decide—

【1. Hey! How about borrowing some money from Boqi and not paying it back?】

[2. One shouldn't put all their eggs in one basket. Go find that sexy and proactive Miss Liang instead.]

3. Invite her out on a date again, using this opportunity to resolve her inner conflict.

【4. Virtual Reality, Personal Simulation】

In just a moment of confusion, the four options jumped back into view.

"They've clearly been hit hard..."

Staring at the text constantly appearing on the simulation panel, Kazami Mei raised her chin thoughtfully and spoke.

Even though forming a band with everyone might gradually improve her social anxiety to some extent, Boqi's extreme 'inferiority complex' was already deeply rooted in her heart. It's not surprising that she would become like this when she suddenly faced Da Xiang, who was so outstanding both inside and out.

Pochi, who always stays alone and observes his surroundings, is actually very delicate and sensitive inside.

If she were to suddenly encounter Teacher Da Xiang and naturally discover her feelings for her, it would frighten Boqi, who still harbored any hope, into surrendering.

In short, we still need to get her out of this timid and self-conscious state first.

"So--"

Kazami Mei temporarily put aside her thoughts and focused her attention on the options in front of her.

Firstly, option number one is clearly the type that goes down the abstract route, just like last time, trying to create a strange 'connection' between oneself and Pochi. This kind of option might have a surprising effect in some situations, but it is obviously not appropriate here.

Option two, Miss Liang? That's obviously out of the question.

The mere presence of the stunningly beautiful Ms. Da Xiang was enough to terrify Garden Eel Pochi. If, under such circumstances, Miss Liang, whose fighting prowess was in no way inferior to Xiao Xiang's, were added, the two blue-haired succubi would likely force Pochi to flee to London overnight.

The third option seems the most normal; as long as he re-emerges and meets Kazami Naruto alone, he is confident he can turn the situation around.

Therefore, choose three!

You believe that Goto Ichiri possesses unique strengths that others cannot match, so you decide to invite her out for another date to have a proper talk, hoping that this might resolve her psychological issues.

Realizing this, you immediately took the initiative to invite the other person out on Line for a date.

Goto Ichiri declined your invitation.

Kazami Naru: ?

No, sis—

This is Pochi, who usually wouldn't dare to refuse anyone's request. How could he refuse his invitation at a time like this?

[After that encounter, Ichiri Toyokawa discovered Shoko Toyokawa's feelings for you. However, she, who lacked self-confidence, suddenly realized that she was far inferior to him in every aspect, and even the other people around you were far more outstanding than her.]

She seems to realize that she and you are not a good match, and any wishful thinking she had before has vanished at this moment.

Extreme inferiority and timidity are weaknesses that she cannot ignore.

[You were somewhat stunned, never expecting to be rejected. The next day, you still didn't give up and went to invite Goto Ichiri again. But she seemed to sense your thoughts and deliberately avoided you, leaving you at a loss.]

[Shoko Toyokawa, also from Haneoka High School, noticed something amiss. The intelligent and quick-witted girl seemed to be able to sense your state, so feeling guilty, she took the opportunity during the handover of Mujica's work with you to apologize sincerely.]

You know very well that this is not her fault.

Despite your gentle comfort, she still couldn't let go. Stubborn yet adorable, she chose to secretly take on your workload to lighten your burden.

[These sneaky little actions naturally couldn't be hidden from you, but you also knew that Toyokawa Shoko's personality couldn't be stopped, so you could only let her do as she pleased for the time being.]

[When Toyokawa Shoko, who was taking on too much work on her own, nearly fainted during training, you were both angry and helpless when you heard the news from Wakaba Mutsu. You could only take this 'stupid woman' to the hospital for a check-up and give her a very serious scolding.]

Faced with your reprimand, she simply puffed out her cheeks, revealing a defiant expression.

You knew you couldn't let Toyokawa Shoko continue to act so recklessly, so you stayed by her side constantly, watching over and taking care of her. Perhaps it was because of this opportunity that you vaguely sensed that Toyokawa Shoko seemed to be quite dependent on you.

Your relationship with Toyokawa Shoko has deepened.

With your help, Ave Mujica, thanks to the top-notch talent and excellent management of the Galaxy Battleship, became a super popular band capable of performing at the Budokan in less than half a year. As time went by, you and Toyokawa Shoko, who had been with you day and night, also grew to trust each other more and more.

You confessed your feelings to her after the performance at the Budokan ended.

You and Toyokawa Shoko became lovers.

Perhaps without realizing it, you and she have become each other's everything. It's no surprise that you two, who spend every day together, are together. When you look up at her and express your sincere feelings, she will entrust half of her life to you.

[End of simulation]

Rating: 25 [Poor]

[Evaluation: She, melancholic and shy, only dared to venture into the new world because of you. She dared to dream of that glittering stage, yet she couldn't muster the courage to be with you. The shackles of inferiority led her to give up on taking that first step. Perhaps in the moment you look up at her, you'll remember your past self. If you tried harder to change, what would the outcome be?]

You received a rating of "Poor" and have been awarded a settlement reward of '2 million RMB in your wife's salary card'.

Upon seeing the words 'Simulation Ended' on the panel, Kazami Mei, who had been silent, slowly stood up and looked at the ceiling.

His dark eyes stared calmly at the swirling wood grain for a moment, then he slowly exhaled a breath of stale air as if adjusting his mindset. He then began pacing back and forth in the room, as if this could ease his mood.

After a moment of silence, he finally couldn't help but speak—

"Where did you come from, you London deserter?"

Seeing the simulation results, Kazami Naruto felt a little red. He hadn't expected Pochi to suddenly refuse the date invitation, and what he didn't expect was that after the refusal, the woman immediately started playing an 'avoidance style' like a hamster.

He could understand running away if he couldn't win a fight.

But now they've run away before even fighting, which makes Kazami Naruto feel incredibly disappointed.

"I was thinking of slowly cultivating feelings and then finding an opportunity to confess, but it seems that this strategy simply cannot be used on Boqi."

To deal with someone as insecure and timid as Goto Ichiri, you have to use a million-horsepower magnetic field rotating punch to knock her brain out of its head! If I don't go a little too far when facing Pochi, it would be too late to expect Pochi to muster up the courage on her own.

【Simulation starts】

[Remaining simulation attempts - 1 - $21]

[Continue the previous process?]

Your earnest invitation to a date was met with an unexpected rejection. Your keen intuition immediately revealed that Goto Ichiri was trying to avoid contact with you. Faced with this situation, you decided—

[1. Threaten her that if she doesn't go on a date with him, he'll tell everyone about his 'Guitar Hero' identity.]

[2. During band practice, corner her against the wall; you have to have a serious talk with her.]

【3. Since it's all pink anyway, why not invite Miss Aine?】

【4. Virtual Reality, Personal Simulation】

Sure enough, the wind direction changed.

However, the options that popped up this time were still not quite right in Kazami's eyes. Perhaps the second option was the safest one here, but because of his previous lessons, he was quite clear that the so-called 'safe' was not the case for Pochi.

When dealing with a troublesome woman like Goto Ichiri, you have to use a powerful punch!

[Would you like to consume three simulation attempts and use the "Personal Simulation" option?]

That, of course, requires no hesitation.

As his vision gradually blurred into a hazy wave, Kazami Mei felt his thoughts also momentarily pause. When he opened his eyes again, he was still sitting in the chair in front of the computer, his gaze calmly fixed on the sky outside, which was gradually being swallowed by the night.

If he hadn't noticed the time on his phone was incorrect, he might have thought there was a problem with the 'personal simulation'.

"Ok?"

When he looked up at his phone screen, various messages on Line came into view, the most eye-catching of which was Pochi's lame excuse for rejecting his date invitation.

Seeing this, he merely raised an eyebrow, then casually grabbed his coat and walked out the door.