Does gravity make me stronger?

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indeed.

If such a beautiful female boss specifically asked you to sing karaoke with her, countless male subordinates would be overjoyed.

Although they were trying to keep their distance, the two still bumped into each other frequently because the space was so small.

Sometimes it's the shoulder, sometimes it's the fingertips.

His strong rationality allowed him to barely maintain his current state of calm amidst the chaos, preventing him from making any excessive moves. However, he was also reluctant to give up these benefits and even wanted to ask for more.

In the blink of an eye, Xiangzi's arm lightly brushed against Hachiman's thigh again.

Hachiman: "Thank you for the meal."

Xiangzi: "Huh?"

After an unknown amount of time, probably having exhausted his strength, Xiangzi pressed the pause button.

Would you like some water?

Hachiman handed over a bottle of mineral water with the cap already opened.

Xiangzi smiled slightly: "Thank you, Hachiman."

The girl tilted her long, white neck, as graceful as a swan, and drank water with extreme elegance.

Hachiman was stunned.

He only snapped out of his daze when Xiangzi cast a puzzled look at him.

"What's wrong? Is there something on my face?"

"Do not..."

"Ah, Hachiman must be thirsty too. If you don't mind..."

Because of the lighting, Xiangzi's face had a bright red tinge as he handed over the half-empty water bottle with both hands.

Behind the seemingly generous gesture lies a huge emotional turmoil.

5-> 10

Is it really necessary to make such a fuss over something as simple as drinking water?

I'm not thirsty.

"OR"

What are you doing?

The next moment, Xiangzi's inner thoughts followed.

'Sigh, is Hachiman disgusted by the water I drank?'

Not at all disgusted, in fact, I couldn't ask for it...

However, considering reasons such as indirect kissing, Hachiman still did not reach out.

'So you really do dislike me...'

Seeing that Xiangzi's mood was getting lower and lower, Hachiman sighed and said, "Well then, I'll have a drink."

"Ok!"

As he accepted the unremarkable mineral water bottle, Hachiman kept mentally preparing himself.

It's just sharing a cup of water, like breathing the same air; it's no big deal.

Such a weak and unconvincing reason clearly could not convince him.

Especially under Xiangzi's unwavering gaze, Hachiman was in a state of utter confusion.

"Gurgle!"

With a determined look, Hachiman closed his eyes and took a big gulp.

Unfortunately, it didn't have any strange taste.

Wait a minute, this water is poisonous! My heart is racing!

Seeing Hachiman tilt his head back to drink water, Xiangzi breathed a sigh of relief, but at the same time, he couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed.

Is this an indirect kiss?

Ah, I'm so shy!

"Um, can I have the bottle?"

"Oh..."

"Let's rest a bit more."

"Ah."

Xiangzi awkwardly put down his water bottle, glanced at Hachiman, and then, in an awkward posture, leaned against the furthest point of the sofa: "Um, because the space is too small, so..."

Feeling the heavy weight on his shoulders, Hachiman's body tensed up instantly.

You're acting first and asking for permission later!

He resisted the urge to move away, but shifted his position uneasily: "Well, you must be uncomfortable like this, right? Let's adjust your position a bit."

"Ah, um."

Xiangzi sat up straight again, then leaned against Hachiman's shoulder in a more relaxed posture.

Silence spread through the room.

Some people may not like this quiet atmosphere, but Hachiman feels it's just right. Even without speaking, he can understand the other person's meaning, and even without uttering a word, he can feel the other person's feelings through their skin.

Is the so-called genuine item also like this?

"Hachiman?"

"Ok?"

"I wish I could live like this forever."

This reassuring silence lasted for several minutes until the KTV's huge screen announced, "Only ten minutes left to enjoy your time," at which point the two realized that two hours had already passed.

[Wait for me to add an extra hour]

"Shall I extend the time?"

"No need, I'll sing one last song."

Xiangzi had returned to a normal posture, and when he picked up the microphone again, there was another song on the playlist.

Hachiman was also very familiar with that song.

"Spring Shadow".

Chapter 212, page 209: A girl named Toyokawa Shoko

"Wow, that's amazing! Your songs have actually sold!"

Hachiman admired him from the bottom of his heart.

Japan places great importance on intellectual property rights, and its related copyright laws and regulations are naturally very strict.

KTVs have to pay Crychic for their songs.

Some people might think this is nothing, but back then, Crychic was just a group of naive junior high school students.

If I had to describe it in one word, it would be "promising future".

But now.

Things have changed...

Perhaps sharing the same thought as Hachiman, Shoko shook her head regretfully: "No, not at all."

"Spring Shadows" is indeed our proudest work, but to be honest, it hasn't attracted much attention from the market.

"As for this shop, it's because the staff here know us, and it was through their connections that we were able to sing 'Spring Shadow' here."

Hachiman silently observed Shoko's reaction, then fell backward, only to be caught by the soft sofa, sinking into it completely.

"Speaking of which, if you listen to the original recording, can you still hear the sound of lights?"

"Yes, when Deng heard her voice coming from the speaker, she was quite startled."

Xiangzi covered his mouth and giggled, but soon, that sweet smile was washed away by the cold reality.

She is now destined to never have the pure and wonderful companionship she had during her Crychic days.

"Ara, the song is about to begin."

Xiangzi wiped the corner of his eye with the back of his hand, then raised the microphone, swayed his shoulders, and faced Hachiman.

A girl's soft, sweet voice drifted over.

"For the next few minutes, Hachiman, you must concentrate on listening to me sing."

"Hey, I've been listening very attentively the whole time."

In fact, during those two hours, he didn't hear any other voices besides Xiangzi.

Hachiman muttered a soft complaint, adjusted his posture on the sofa, and assumed a serious listening posture.

Although they say no, their actions are very honest.

Xiangzi watched his every move and then hummed with satisfaction.

"I knew Hachiman wouldn't refuse me."

"That's not true. I'll consider even strange requests."

"Consider it before agreeing?"

"Tsk..."

Girls don't talk so much!

Xiangzi couldn't help but laugh at Xiangzi's feigned anger.

At this moment, the prelude to "Spring Shadow" quietly begins.

As the pleasant accompaniment played, Xiangzi looked straight over and spoke again: "Hey, Hachiman, thank you for always being with me."

"Ah, um."

Hachiman awkwardly avoided eye contact.

"If it weren't for Hachiman, I might be broken by now."

"..."

Hachiman did not answer, but instead clutched his chest tightly with his right hand.

I have a bad feeling.

Xiangzi's tone didn't sound like he was joking.

My thoughts drifted back to a little over a month ago.

During their time working at the customer service company, the two didn't actually have much interaction.

At most, we're just colleagues and classmates I know.

But when did the two develop into the close relationship they have today?

Hachiman felt that all the points of divergence came from that evening.

What would have happened if he had chosen to stand idly by and let the debt collectors harass Xiangzi?

That already shattered dignity will be trampled on again.

In order to maintain her crumbling sanity, the girl named Toyokawa Shoko will probably put on a cold mask and completely say goodbye to her past self.

Of course, this is just Hachiman's guess.

But the thought of that possibility made his heart ache.

at the same time.

The prelude to "Spring Shadows" has ended.

Hachiman raised his head, indicating that the song had begun.