Guess I'll just take a look.
Minami had always been the type to act on whatever came to mind.
He turned his gaze toward Bocchi and activated the [Data Scanner].
His vision shifted once more.
Ryo's data frame faded into the background, gradually replaced by Bocchi's information.
When Minami focused on her stats, his expression quickly turned into one of surprise and confusion.
Name: Hitori Gotoh <...
2025-02-04 07:11:28 +0000 UTC View Post"Hm?"
Minami tilted his head slightly, momentarily distracted from his conversation with Kita as he looked at Bocchi.
The moment Bocchi met his gaze, she panicked and quickly lowered her head.
Huh…?
For some reason, Minami had felt her gaze on him for a while now.
It was as if she had been secretly watching him.
But…
After going through countless simulations, Minami was more than familiar with Bocchi's personality.
She was definitely not the...
2025-02-04 07:10:05 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 51: And So, Bocchi Lowered Her Head
"Is there a problem?"
Minami asked straightforwardly.
He wasn't exactly emotionally unintelligent. From earlier, he could tell that Nijika and the others standing behind him wasn't because his performance was terrible, but for some other reason.
"A problem..."
Nijika rubbed her temples. She had finally convinced herself.
Minami had only just picked up the guitar, yet he had already reached this level after such a ...
2025-02-04 06:57:09 +0000 UTC View PostDoes true genius exist in this world?
If you asked this question, many people would nod and tell you—
The world has never lacked geniuses.
Some are born with superior physical abilities, able to run faster than others.
Some have an innate talent for art, drawing better than most.
Some can instantly grasp complex math problems at a glance.
But just because they exist doesn't mean they aren't rare.
Since founding the performance hall "STARRY," Ichiji Seika ...
2025-02-04 01:51:20 +0000 UTC View PostWhen looking at Minami, Ichiji Seika found him strange, but she couldn't quite pinpoint why.
Could he be the kind of bad guy who tricks innocent girls like Bocchi with sweet words?
"Nee-san—stop overthinking it."
Having spent years relying on her older sister, Ichiji Nijika could immediately tell what she was thinking.
She shrugged. "Minami-san is a really good person. Once you actually get to know him, you'll see."
"Is that so?"
Seika tilted her head and...
2025-02-04 01:50:41 +0000 UTC View PostSomeone once said that happiness is something you can't touch or see, yet when you reach out, it's all around you.
That is happiness.
But for Hitori Gotoh, who was extremely shy and had just been suddenly hugged by Ijichi Seika—
Waiting for her emotions to settle down in this moment was definitely not a time of happiness.
However—
"It's really delicious."
Yamada Ryo wiped her mouth discreetly, letting out a rare expression of admiration.
And with ...
2025-02-04 01:50:13 +0000 UTC View Post"A fried chicken nugget? Just a chicken nugget, and it turned out like this?"
Iijichi Seika looked at the bento box on the table, then glanced at PA-san, who had completely lost the elegance and composure expected of a mature adult.
Her mind was running at full speed, yet she couldn't comprehend how someone could end up like this just from eating a single chicken nugget.
"I-I don't know either."
Hitori Gotoh still hadn't fully processed the situation ...
2025-02-04 01:48:58 +0000 UTC View PostFrom noon until afternoon, after enduring the entire day, Hitori Gotoh finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Compared to others who loved to celebrate youth and enjoy school life, she had always preferred to shrink into the corners, avoiding social interaction. Having no friends to talk to, she considered school life to be an overwhelming mental burden.
"I got into Shuka High purely by luck... and now, look at me."
Wearing a strange outfit consisting of a pink tracksuit, sweatp...
2025-02-04 01:48:06 +0000 UTC View PostAt 6 AM the next morning, Minami began his morning run.
In the simulator, there were two scenarios where he passed away before Bocchi.
Although both times were due to natural causes, from a certain perspective, it indicated that his current physical condition had flaws.
So, he decisively decided to wake up early and exercise.
He set off from his home and ran several kilometers outward before circling back.
Returning to his rental apartment, Minami glanced at the ...
2025-02-04 01:47:37 +0000 UTC View PostMiss Yamada really has it rough.
Seeing the Yamada Ryo route card—the first time a strategy option had appeared—Minami couldn't help but sigh.
Every time, she loves with all her heart. Every time, she is left heartbroken.
Other than a brief appearance in the zero-score simulation of the first playthrough, every other simulation had ended in deep regret.
Was it because Miss Yamada had always been a runner-up, and even the simulator could no longer bear to watch?
... 2025-02-04 01:46:52 +0000 UTC View Post[Happiness envelops you and her, and time with her continues to flow within that happiness.]
[Miyuki quickly grew up, inheriting your excellent academic abilities and the musical talents of the former band members. Without much effort, she was accepted into Tokyo University of the Arts.]
[The former band members, as well as you and your wife, were all proud and happy for her achievements.]
[After graduating, with the...
2025-02-04 01:46:26 +0000 UTC View Post"Finally, we've come to this path of marriage again."
In reality, Minami finally let out a sigh of relief.
Whether it was Bocchi's monologue in her performance or her confession to him, he had basically witnessed it all.
After experiencing so many storms and challenges, they had finally reached the step of marriage.
This time, what would be different?
He sank his consciousness deep into simulation.
There wasn't much difference between this wedding and the p...
2025-02-04 01:45:56 +0000 UTC View PostThe urgent guitar solo, like a sudden downpour on a summer day, strikes at everyone's heart.
Bocchi's delicate voice can't quite compare to the powerful vocals of Kita, who has performed on stage many times as a lead vocalist.
However, in the audience, no one can ignore the heart-wrenching emotion in her voice.
And from this song, Minami, who understands them the most, can hear the inner struggle, regret, monologue, and accusation from Bocchi.
"I don't want to be depre...
2025-02-04 01:45:16 +0000 UTC View PostBudo-kan Performance?
Minami had never paid much attention to such things, but he casually opened his phone and typed in the keyword "Budo-kan."
With the all-powerful internet, Minami more or less understood what the so-called Budo-kan represented.
The Japanese Budo-kan is actually a sports venue located in Chiyoda Ward. Its value comes from the fact that many outstanding bands have performed there.
For the Japanese music and entertainment industry, th...
2025-02-04 01:44:27 +0000 UTC View Post"I already sent Bocchi back first. The practice room shouldn't be left unattended."
"Mm. Thank you, Kita-chan."
Nijika nodded lightly at Kita before shifting her gaze to the Tokyo cityscape before her.
The streets were bustling with traffic, neon lights flickering in the cold air.
She seemed calmer now, though she lowered her eyes in guilt.
"I'm sorry, Kita-chan. I knew that you also…"
"..."
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(TL Notes: I recommend listening to this BGM, while reading
good night || undertale ost + thunderstorm ambience )
[Ijichi Nijika confessed to you.]
Minami: ?
He stared at the line of text.
Then, he glanced at the Romance Simulation Target section—where the name Gotoh Hitori was clearly written.
Minami fell into silence.
Miss Ijichi, what are you doing?
[Under your management, Kessoku Band gradually became one of the most well-known independent rock bands in Tokyo.]
[However, as their reach expanded, you also began to notice underlying problems within the band.]
[You decided to seek out Bocchi.]
[Among Kessoku Band's members, Nijika was bright and caring, always looking out for others. Kita was warm, outgoing, and effortlessly sociable. Ryo was fiercely independent,...
2025-02-04 01:42:32 +0000 UTC View Post[For a band to go further, commercialization is inevitable. Understanding this, you chose to study Journalism and Media at Tokyo University.]
[Media-related fields inherently involve band production and idol management.]
[This was precisely why you didn't choose to enter Tokyo University's prestigious medical school.]
[Over time, you had witnessed their endless hours of practice.]
[Unknowingly,...
2025-02-04 01:42:02 +0000 UTC View Post[Nijika, Ryō, Bocchi, and Ikuyo resolved to nurse you back to health through rotating shifts.]
You firmly refused:
"The band's momentum and your academic progress need sustained focus. My condition isn't critical – don't waste precious time."
[For once, your silver tongue failed to sway them.]
[While band growth and grades mattered immensely... you held equal weight in their hearts. ] 2025-02-04 01:40:59 +0000 UTC View Post
In fact, after Bocchi agreed to teach him guitar, Minami decided not to take things further.
Today's progress was enough.
If he pushed further, it might seem too eager.
As someone from the Great Eastern country, Minami knew the principle of "haste makes waste." You can't rush to eat hot tofu.
After saying goodbye to the members of the "Kessoku Band," Minami got the LINE contact information of the three members of the band.
But what surprised Minami was that among...
2025-02-03 18:09:57 +0000 UTC View Post[You gradually became someone they couldn't imagine their lives without.]
[Though you weren't an official member of Kessoku Band, in their hearts, you had already become just as important.]
[Living on cheap convenience store meals, balancing school, guitar practice, and tutoring four people… your body accumulated fatigue over time. You often felt sharp headaches deep in your skull.]
[With Kessoku Band at a crucial ...
2025-02-03 18:07:08 +0000 UTC View PostA choice with Life-Changing consequences?
Minami immediately became more focused.
In the third playthrough, after seeing this same message, the choice he made had directly shaped the entire outcome of that run.
In other words, this decision would significantly impact not just this playthrough but everything that followed.
Minami carefully read the options.
[The members of Kessoku Band have always treated you well, and you already se...
2025-02-03 18:05:11 +0000 UTC View PostThough Ryo remained as consistent as ever, and a 29-year-old soon-to-be-30 single older sister, Ijichi Seika, had also unexpectedly entered the fray, the overall situation in the simulation was still well within Minami's control.
However, what particularly caught Minami's attention this time was that the main setting of the simulation was no longer Shuka High School but Starry live house instead.
Looking at the second and third playthroughs, the romantic progression ...
2025-02-03 18:04:34 +0000 UTC View PostThe reason for starting the fourth simulation was quite simple.
Thanks to Minami's relentless efforts, the affection points gained from Bocchi had unknowingly surpassed the 300 mark.
I have to say, Bocchi is truly a good woman—she's incredibly generous.
Today, Minami had only just met her, yet multiple notifications of "+50 affection points" had popped up in succession.
Although there was a bit of "pity-selling" involved, there was no denying that Bocchi was a really...
2025-02-03 13:11:27 +0000 UTC View PostIn fact, after Bocchi agreed to teach him guitar, Minami decided not to take things further.
Today's progress was enough.
If he pushed further, it might seem too eager.
As someone from the Great Eastern country, Minami knew the principle of "haste makes waste." You can't rush to eat hot tofu.
After saying goodbye to the members of the "Kessoku Band," Minami got the LINE contact information of the three members of the band.
But what surprised Minami was that among...
2025-02-03 12:50:23 +0000 UTC View Post"Ah..."
Looking at Minami's slightly sad expression, Bocchi instinctively reached out her hand. "Um... I'm sorry."
"No," Minami smiled as he took Bocchi's pale, soft hand, his expression serious as he looked at her. "I should be the one apologizing to you, it's something from the past, and you shouldn't have heard this news."
"Uh..."
Bocchi's originally pale face quickly turned bright red in the next moment.
Her pink lips trembled as she wanted to pull her hand b...
2025-02-03 12:48:43 +0000 UTC View Post"By the way, how did you and Minami-san become friends, Bocchi-chan?"
After helping the troubled-looking Bocchi sit down, Nijika looked at her with curiosity.
"Well... that..."
Rather than saying how I became friends with him... I don't even have a memory of becoming friends with him at all...
Bocchi opened her mouth but didn't know how to answer Nijika.
However, she soon heard Minami-san's voice from the side, speaking up on his own:
"Well, it was after sc...
2025-02-03 12:48:18 +0000 UTC View PostOriginally, Bocchi didn't want to run away. But—
Her body acted before her thoughts did.
By the time she came to her senses, she found herself sitting at the entrance to the back garden of the school building.
Clearly, Nijika-chan and the others came to Shuka High to confront the "big villain" Minami for her sake.
But somehow, she had ended up running away first.
Wasn't this just causing trouble for Nijika-chan, Ryo-san, and Kita-chan?
"Re... really, this...
2025-02-03 12:47:49 +0000 UTC View PostNijika originally intended to show Minami her resolve to stop him from continuing to bully Gotoh Hitori.
However, before the serious matter was even discussed, she was caught off guard by his decisive "rejection of confession" combo.
And this wasn't the end of it.
Her bassist kept laughing quietly behind her.
This left Nijika somewhat unable to accept the situation.
She took a deep breath, as she had experience working in the service industry and was quite skille...
2025-02-03 12:47:05 +0000 UTC View PostEntering Shuka High School wasn't particularly difficult.
As a public school, Shuka High does not refuse visitors during commute hours (school hours).
After a quick registration, Nijika Ijichi and Yamada Ryo were finally able to enter Shuka High School.
As they walked in, Nijika Ijichi, with her petite figure and small fists, appeared somewhat cute as she gave out the plan.
"Listen to me, Kita-chan, Ryo, we're all girls, but because of that, we can't lose to Minami in ...
2025-02-03 12:46:39 +0000 UTC View Post