Her face turned red instantly, as she fled into the bathroom as if escaping.
"Kyoichiro, have some water first; I bought watermelon from the supermarket yesterday, you can take half of it home later."
"Thank you, Auntie."
Furusawa Kyoichiro did not stand on ceremony.
Between the two families, it's common to exchange gifts, things like that, they're used to it.
Nomura True Wave rushed into the bathroom, looking at herself in the mirror, messy hair, and eye discharge.
Her complexion was even more dull like someone who stayed up all night.
Ugly, really downright ugly.
It's all her mother's fault for not telling her in advance that Furusawa Kyoichiro was also here.
If she had known earlier, she could have tidied up and not appeared so bare-faced.
Nomura True Wave was full of gloom and started to brush her teeth and wash her face.
Today started so unlucky, can she continue smoothly?
...
Before four in the afternoon.
Phoenix Academy Maggie finished dealing with everything that needed to be done.
She stretched lazily, ready to take a shower, change her clothes, and head to the appointed place.
Ding ding~
The phone buzzed, and she picked it up to unlock, initially thinking it was Nomura True Wave sending another message to vent her nervousness.
Upon opening, it was a shiba inu avatar laughing slyly.
"Maggie, it's my birthday tomorrow, and I want to host a birthday party, would you like to join?"
Following the message was another tearful shiba inu emoji.
Phoenix Academy Maggie felt a headache instantly.
She seemed to be able to see Ayatsuki Ayaka's eager face staring at the phone screen through the emoji.
Sigh, she thought for a moment and replied, "I will attend."
"Great! It's at 6 PM and the address is in the link below."
Ayatsuki Ayaka swiftly sent the location, then jumped out of the chat interface to message Aozawa: "Hehe, I've informed Maggie, and she agreed to attend my birthday party.
Tonight you have to go all out, try to bring her into our family!"
"No problem."
Aozawa replied, then looked back at the clothes in the wardrobe, deep in thought.
At a time like this, it indeed feels right to wear the clothes Maggie bought.
It can enhance her impression of him.
Aozawa took off his clothes and put on a T-shirt and shorts full of dragon aura.
As for the hair, he's currently sporting an edgy hedgehog hairstyle, a casual brush would suffice.
Aozawa looked at himself in the mirror, gently slapped his cheeks with both hands.
Tonight, it's time to end the long tug of war.
He agreed with Nomura True Wave to launch the final attack, also realizing it's time.
Phoenix Academy Maggie's attitude has softened quite a bit, hoping for her to initiate is absolutely impossible.
Must take the initiative.
Break through the already crusted exterior to reveal the soft side of the young lady.
...
At dusk, outside the Shinjuku Barbecue Restaurant.
Phoenix Academy Maggie arrived here early, wearing sunglasses, a hat, a mask, and a snow-white dress.
Such inconspicuousness is necessary because she is quite famous in the public eye.
Without disguise when going out, being recognized on the street means countless fans wanting her autograph.
This is the downside of fame.
Even casual shopping requires elaborate disguises to avoid being recognized.
Phoenix Academy Maggie couldn't express disdain for such behavior.
She had to consider her public image.
If the media reported headlines like the Prime Minister's daughter looking down on the public, it would greatly impact the stock price of the Phoenix Academy Group.
She entered the barbecue restaurant, reported a fake name, and under the guidance of the waiter, headed to a private room on the second floor.
Phoenix Academy Maggie entered.
The private room's environment was elegant, and the round booth ensured close dining among the few people.
She was the first to arrive, dismissed the waiter, and then removed her mask and sunglasses.
Settling into her seat, she patiently waited for the others.
Soon, Hojo Tetsuji, Yoshikawa Sayuri, Aozawa, Nomura True Wave, and others gathered in the restaurant.
Phoenix Academy Maggie immediately began complimenting: "True Wave, you look beautiful today, your skin is so radiant and elastic."
"Indeed."
Yoshikawa Sayuri quickly nodded in agreement, adding appropriately, "Feels like something good happened."
Nomura True Wave smiled and said: "You've noticed, actually I've found someone I like, ready to charge forward."
"Wow?! Bless you then!"
Phoenix Academy Maggie replied with a smile, secretly observing Furusawa Kyoichiro's expression.
He was stunned on the spot, his glasses unable to hide the widened pupils, showing how shocked he was by the news.
Haha, exciting!
Phoenix Academy Maggie couldn't wait to see the two embrace passionately under fireworks.
...
Furusawa Kyoichiro only felt his brain buzzing, even he didn't know why hearing Nomura True Wave has someone she likes evoked such a reaction inside him?
Like his soul was sucked out in an instant.
At this moment, he suddenly understood that he might indeed have feelings for True Wave.
Just previously, based on others around him and their comments, it created a rebellious mindset in him.
Everyone believed he and Nomura True Wave should be together, so the two deliberately didn't want to conform to others' wishes.
After entering middle school, they've openly denied any romantic relationship in front of those they knew, emphasizing they're just childhood friends.
Perhaps after telling a lie too many times, even he believed it.
But lies are ultimately lies.
They have a day when they break.
Furusawa Kyoichiro suddenly recalled a line from Aozawa last year, he's not fond of small objects, but only nostalgic for the time when he and True Wave had no secrets.
Back in elementary, they never denied their close friendship in front of others.
Time does not wait for anyone.
And he's realized this too late.
"True Wave, you never mentioned it before, who is that guy?"
He forced a smile, trying hard to maintain his composure on the surface, not letting his personal feelings affect the atmosphere of the celebration.
Phoenix Academy Maggie quickly stepped forward, positioning between Furusawa Kyoichiro and Nomura True Wave, preventing him from noticing his childhood friend is lying, "Yeah, I'm curious too."
"You'll know eventually."
Nomura True Wave's expression flashed a hint of guilt, but thanks to a friend's cover, it didn't show.
Allowing the topic to smoothly continue.
Furusawa Kyoichiro sat in his seat, not particularly interested in their conversation, occasionally chiming in, showing he had no issues.
He drank orange juice, unable to taste sweetness.
Chewing on fragrant beef, he could taste nothing, as if chewing gum.
Bland.
Furusawa Kyoichiro hid his feelings well, but not from Phoenix Academy Maggie.
Seeing his demeanor, she feared something might change if it dragged on.
Phoenix Academy Maggie quickly sipped the orange juice and deliberately said: "Well, I feel full, continuing would be dull.
How about a walk in Shinjuku Gyoen?"
"I'm in!"
Yoshikawa Sayuri quickly nodded.
She wasn't full, just eager to see Nomura True Wave and Furusawa Kyoichiro together soon.
And if True Wave's plan succeeds, witnessing Phoenix Academy Maggie and Aozawa too.
Two pairs born overnight.
Just thinking about it satisfied Yoshikawa Sayuri's inner desire to play the observer.
Even if she didn't contribute to the events realistically.
It's still important to play the atmosphere group.
Being the first to offer blessings is also significant.
Yoshikawa Sayuri eagerly stood up.
"Yeah."
Furusawa Kyoichiro certainly wouldn't oppose, he just wanted to end the celebration soon, return home, sort through his emotions, and then offer blessings to Nomura True Wave.
Realizing this late, saying it may cause trouble in Nomura True Wave's heart.
Years of good friends suddenly saying they want to be a couple, it's inappropriate, right?
Furusawa Kyoichiro the more he thought, the lower his mood, yet couldn't show it on his face.
He loathed his hypocritical self at this moment greatly.
The group left the private room.
Phoenix Academy Maggie continued her disguise, preventing interference in the plan from others.
She didn't want to miss witnessing the big scoop of True Wave's love.
Aozawa also prepared to begin his action tonight.
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