Chapter 4, The Mysterious Song

Is it because of what happened before? Haiye smiled at me calmly, and that smile seemed to convey that he had long since moved on. If so, then you should go even more, rather than avoid it

That event did not have many attendees, as everyone was very excited, except for you who appeared gloomy, making you easily noticeable on stage. However, what surprised me was that the person who seemed the least willing was, ironically, the one most captivated by the performance

However, no one answered me, not a single sound was heard, the silence was painfully piercing.

Is it that heaven knows I am searching for happiness, and thus guides me to find it? If so, please do not let me miss it again, as I can no longer bear the blow of disappointment

The reason I do not speak to him is that I have matters to contemplate; as for whether he wants to talk to me, that is his concern. To be honest, this is the first time I have had such a strained relationship with Aizhe. I also do not know what to do.

Is this guy pretending to be pitiful? No, I cannot be deceived by his appearance

In those years, I sang in the warehouse to earn money and tasted the sweetness of success. Unexpectedly, I also made some not-so-good acquaintances. In the end, I was manipulated by others, constantly performing and spending all day outside. Hai Ye spoke of his past in a casual manner, yet it still sounded quite bitter.

Sigh, no one expected it to turn out this way, and I certainly did not anticipate that things would escalate to this point with Aizhe. Has a year truly transformed into an irreparable void between Aizhe and me?

"Alright, alright, let's practice a song to celebrate Loki's return, and also to thank classmate Aizhe for his help," said Yi Yuan You happily

"What is going on? Who bullied a classmate?" As soon as the teacher arrived, they directed their question at Haiye and Aizhe.

That's right, it's the school uniform, and it's from our school

The Loki keyboard produces a remarkable sound that leaves a stunning impression. However, the piano played by Aizhe offers an even more pleasant auditory experience.

I rushed to the rooftop in one breath, yet there was not a single shadow in sight

Is it due to health issues

Please come out and meet me, I have been searching for you, I came here for you, alas... I still do not give up, shouting into the air.

What is that ... ... '' wait! What did she say? Ai Zhe? Qin Xianglian? It must be Qin Xiaoxiao. What happened to those two? It seems something has occurred that I am unaware of

Help! The world is spinning! I can only feel my stomach churning violently, and the floor and ceiling seem to be switching places.

"Feeling unwell physically is a minor issue, but feeling unwell emotionally is a significant matter," Nanfang remarked with a hint of meaning.

Is it possible? Even if it is a ghost, I will drag it out and give it a good beating said Nan Fang, swinging a baseball bat fiercely

"Very good." Umino was the first to praise me, and Ieyuan also gave me a thumbs up. Everyone seemed quite satisfied with my singing, except for Aizhe, whose gaze made me feel somewhat gloomy

Then... Hayano leaned closer to me, gave me a mysterious smile, and straightened up, taking a deep breath. As his lips parted, a familiar melody flowed from his mouth, "In this world you tried. Not leaving me alone behind..."

As we are standing on the busiest road of the school, it has attracted the attention of many passersby, including teachers.

Yuan You, let go quickly, Yan looks like she is about to faint

Under the encouragement of Yi Yuan You, everyone took their places and began to play. As I listened to the familiar melody floating in the air, I couldn't shake the feeling that it lacked the essence it once had

I do not wish to say anything, as it seems unnecessary. If I were to say that I am not angry, it would be a lie, and certainly, it would not deceive anyone. However, if I were to say that I am angry, it would come across as petty. Therefore, I choose to remain silent instead.

"Hey, where's mine?" Yi Yuan You stretched out her hand in front of Hai Ye and continued, "You only give it to Xiao Yan and not to me, you are being too biased."

Am I being so obvious? It seems that I truly cannot keep things to myself.

What exactly should I do

So it is, poor me, who knows how many times I have climbed to the rooftop

He actually smiles like this. ... In the past, he always had a cautious look when he smiled, but today he actually ... ? ... Is this person really Umiya ... ? I have my doubts ... ...

I used to think that Umiya was enjoying himself at that time, happily singing. It turns out that while I admired him, he was living such a life. Thinking about it this way, I can't help but admire Umiya even more. In such circumstances, he was still able to sing such beautiful songs, which is truly remarkable

Ah! I couldn't help but exclaim. Where did this person come from? Suddenly shouting at me, was it an intentional attempt to scare me?

Back to school? I was so surprised that my mouth fell open, and I instinctively glanced at Aizhe beside me, who also wore a look of astonishment

Oh my, what should I do...

Haha, in fact, they are doing quite well this way, at least better than me and Aizhe

The answer is affirmative... but I do not wish to say it that way, as it would make me seem petty, even though... I am indeed very petty

Sen Aizhe! Sen Aizhe! Don't you know?" The girl continued to exaggerate as she widened her eyes

I suddenly remembered something and asked, "Wait! Are you and Youyou in cahoots? Otherwise, how could she say she doesn't know you?"

"Ah? You didn't know?" The girl looked at me in astonishment and said, "I heard that Qin Xiaoxiao confessed to Sen Aizhe, and it seems that he accepted her."

Help! I am falling apart, my bones are about to break!

Given her personality, she would probably grab him by the collar and shout: "Umiya Sachi, I will kill you! How could you make my little Yan search for so many years!"

After the argument that day, I originally thought that I would not attend the rehearsal until I had sorted out my thoughts, as I was afraid I would end up arguing with Aizhe again like last time. However, while I was walking alone on the way back to the dormitory, Hainye found me

In the brief moment of my contemplation, Haiye had already taken my hand and started walking, softly whispering in my ear: "What happened before was merely a misunderstanding. You and Aizhe need not make such a fuss over this trivial matter."

It's nothing. I pretended to be very carefree and waved my hand at her

"Yan, how about going to watch our rehearsal if you have nothing else to do?" Haiye stood beside me, walking slowly together. Walking side by side at such a close distance, I could naturally feel his presence.

I am very glad to see that Aizhe is no longer as averse to me introducing friends to him as he used to be. However, at the same time, I feel a bit sad, as I can't shake the feeling that I am no longer special or unique to him. When I become aware of such selfishness, I even frighten myself.

I do not want to be looked down upon like this; even if it is just to prove a point, I must join. He says I am not suitable, but I will show him that I am indeed suitable! I came to follow the song of happiness, to practice diligently in pursuit of him. My efforts have borne fruit, and I intend to prove this to everyone.

"Hmph, I suppose you are capable." Yi Yuan pouted and walked away, turning to everyone and shouting, "Everyone, take your places and continue."

I wander alone in the campus at night. Under the glow of the yellow streetlights, I walk aimlessly in the cool breeze. I find it truly strange that, although there is no need to be so angry, it feels as if there is a fire in my heart that cannot be extinguished.

"Did I not mention that I am a student here? I have just been on leave from school at home." Haiye smiled at me, probably finding my exaggerated demeanor quite amusing!

It seems I have overthought this; how could that guy, Aizhe, be attached to this place? From the very beginning, he was brought here by me to help, and perhaps for Aizhe, leaving is still a form of liberation

I spent the entire day in unease, as if my soul had ascended while walking on the road, my steps becoming light and airy

"Xiaoyan, would you mind accompanying me for a short distance?" Haiye suddenly said to me

I turned around and was so shocked that my jaw nearly dropped

It turns out that you, whom I have been pursuing, were living like this at that time I murmured, my heart filled with mixed emotions

Looking at Umino singing, for a moment, his figure completely overlapped with that of the person who stood on the stage a few years ago. ... The same white shirt, black casual pants, and casual sneakers, along with that relaxed posture, the person standing in front of me is exactly the same as the one on stage back then ...

Thinking of the voice that appeared to save me when I was feeling down last night, it also made me reflect on many things

I said with a hint of discouragement: "Every time I come, I am just one step away. Could it really be a ghost?"

"You are not allowed to be so fierce towards Xing!" As the "victim," I ended up protecting the "instigator." The teacher stared at me in confusion, completely baffled.

Gazing at the towering tree, the light filtering through the gaps in the leaves converges to create a mottled effect. Sitting beneath the great tree, I find myself staring blankly at the sky. It has been several days since I last saw Aizhe; of course, ever since I introduced Xiaoxiao to him, I have hardly encountered him.

"You, do you think I can still sing such a song when I'm panting like this?" I shot a glare at Nan Fang and replied irritably

I have discovered something quite interesting, which is that Yi Yuan You seems to be at a loss when it comes to Hai Ye. A person as strong-willed as her always ends up defeated in front of Hai Ye.

I think I must look like a fool right now, as I am so astonished that I cannot utter a single word

I took a few deep breaths to steady my thoughts, making a concerted effort to remind myself not to get overly excited, and to remain calm even if the sky were to fall.

I looked up and saw a person walking out of the darkness. ... With a slender build and a lowered baseball cap, this person ...! ... looks so familiar!

Ah, so that's how it is. I really cannot imagine what kind of person Haiye used to be. He seems so gentle now, like a breath of spring air. Yet, such a person has an unspeakable past, which sounds quite heavy.

Indeed, there is still no one around, what a strange fellow

He took the initiative to talk to me? Given his stubborn personality, it seems rather unlikely

However, I can roughly guess his purpose; he must have something he wants to say to me again. I always feel that Hainye is like a spiritual mentor to me, constantly finding ways to enlighten me

My savior has appeared; if I am not rescued soon, I will surely be crushed to death by Aizhe

What, what?

I placed my hand on my chest, steadied my mind, and looked up, only to find that it was that guy Aizhe! How did he suddenly appear here? Wasn't he supposed to be with Xiaoxiao?

Heaven has opened its eyes, how wonderful!

Umino nodded with a smile, gazing into the distance as if reminiscing about something. He whispered softly, "Because the indulgence back then ruined my body, by the time I realized it, I was already overwhelmed. When I was on leave from school, I thought everything was over, and I deeply regretted my youthful recklessness."

Why not? It's strange, when did he start interfering with my decisions? I like it here, I like Youyou and the others, I like Hainiao!

Take a deep breath, take a deep breath, I need to calm down, calm down

Then what about you? Why did you join? You are not a student here, are you

The girl excitedly pulled me and sat down on my desk, looking at me with a face full of sympathy, saying: "I know you must be very sad, but it's okay, we all support you more."

"It really is you!" A boy's voice echoed in the darkness

The singing continued. To confirm that I was not imagining it, I specifically pulled Aizhe aside and asked, "Did you hear it? The singing." After seeing him nod with a puzzled expression, I quickly followed the sound.

I once thought I could find happiness, but with each disappointment, I do not know how much more I can endure. Especially with the increasing number of recent events, I feel physically and mentally exhausted

"You have hurt her, let her go quickly." Haiye firmly grasped Aizhe's arm, his tone leaving no room for refusal

Ah? Should I give it to him? Shouldn't he be the one giving it to me? Hehe

Ah, good, I feel so dizzy! ... When Yuanyi Youyi gets excited, those around her are bound to suffer!

Everyone has arrived, and today Loki officially returns, so Aizhe no longer needs to help. During these days, I would like to thank Aizhe for the assistance. " Yi Yuan You said as she glanced at Aizhe. I noticed that Aizhe's expression did not change at all

Calm down, the singing continues, and the familiar voice seems to come from afar... Today is Thursday, so this voice is...

I lifted my head, and the moment I locked eyes with Aizhe, my heart tightened. That wounded gaze, mixed with a hint of helplessness and sorrow, left me at a loss.

"The South? What about the North?" I said deliberately

Umino and Yuyou warmly invited me to join, and I couldn't think of any reason to refuse. Upon introspection, I truly enjoy being with them. Instead of being a mere spectator, it seems better to become one of them.

Indeed, no matter what, I should learn to accept it. Even if I am no longer the most important childhood friend in Ai Zhe's heart, I must begin to get used to it... Although it is very painful, extremely painful, as if I am about to collapse, I must also learn to face it calmly...

It would be truly wonderful to find you when everything is going wrong for me

Aizhe has not been in a good mood lately, and I do not wish to see any of you unhappy. Yanyan, I will no longer follow Aizhe from now on, so please do not be angry with him, alright

Suddenly, I shouted, "Why are you wearing our school's uniform?"

Qin Xiaoxiao confessed her feelings to Ai Zhe, and Ai Zhe accepted her confession

Of course, I mentioned it to you before. I haven't come here many times, and then I took a break from school. " Haiye shrugged and smiled at me

Umino always exudes a gentle aura, making it very natural for people to feel close to him. This innate sense of gentleness makes me somewhat envious, as such individuals seem to get along well with everyone.

"Hmm, it's that voice, I recognize it, it's the person I've been looking for all along." I nodded vigorously, there was no way I could be mistaken, that voice was the easiest to identify, it had to be him. "Wait! You mean... him? So, that means I wasn't imagining things?"

A hint of disdain appeared on Nan Fang's face, and then he said: "Normal people do not howl at the sky for no reason."

Hai Ye and I left first, walking from the rehearsal room towards the dormitory. The night was quiet and deep, and occasionally, the rustling of leaves in the wind could be heard.

Only after Haiye mentioned it did I come to my senses. I looked around and realized that Aizhe was indeed missing. When did he disappear? Was I too excited to have noticed him at all?

Suddenly, a familiar figure appeared in my line of sight

Speaking of this, Aizhe is also completely different in public and private settings

He did not say anything further, instead, he was looking around while shaking the baseball bat in his hand

Although you may not be considered beautiful and your figure is not particularly good, we all support you more than that girl who only knows how to act cute and pitiful. Don't you all agree?

In a daze, Umi's voice rang in my ears, almost like a celestial melody! How gentle and understanding Umi is, always rescuing me from disaster

As a childhood friend, should I relinquish my exclusive position beside Ai Zhe?

I have always been unaware that Umiya is Sachi, and Sachi is Umiya! They are one and the same person. Is there anything better than this?

The southerner glared at me with displeasure, his expression seemingly saying, "Are you looking for a fight?" After a moment of silence, his expression softened, and he cleared his throat, saying, "At least it's better than some people who clearly have issues yet still put on a brave front. Tsk tsk tsk ... ... "

Why hasn't he appeared? Is he avoiding something? I just want to know if the person I am pursuing is really here. I only hope to see again the one who led me into the world of music

The familiar singing voice came from afar, its ethereal quality seemed to carry a magical allure, instantly capturing my attention. It cannot be mistaken! This voice is his! It is Xing's voice! It truly is him!

Actually ... ... I really do not quite understand what you are saying ... ... '' I smiled a little awkwardly and spoke honestly

Xu Zhengyan, you can do it, you are Xu Zhengyan, nothing can defeat you! Keep going! Just as Haiye said, it is impossible to escape for a lifetime!

I haven't seen him angry for a long time, and indeed he is now even more formidable than before, a terrifying individual

The southerner looked at me with disdain and said, "Don't drag me into your hallucinations; I am perfectly normal."

I quickly jumped back, maintaining a distance from Haiye, and watched him warily as I said: "Don't tell me that you are actually an undercover agent, or an FBI agent, or even an alien; I would find it impossible to accept."

Then sing 'Memories', you must really want to sing it now

现在我明白了。我的所有记忆都让你在身边。在静默的时刻想象你在这里

With a bang, I kicked open the door to the rooftop, and to my astonishment, there was no one in sight.

I can no longer distinguish between feeling lost and feeling sad, and my inability to find happiness leaves me feeling helpless. The events that transpired between Ai Zhe and me have caused me great sorrow and heartache. ... I do not know what I have done wrong; why is Ai Zhe so harsh with me? Could it be ...? ... Does he really like Xiao Xiao that much? So much so that he completely disregards our childhood friendship?

What is he unhappy about? I have already decided not to think about what happened that day, yet he still stares at me with that dissatisfied look. I did nothing wrong that day; if there is any fault, it lies with him.

I looked around, the darkness prevented me from seeing any figures. With my head slightly lowered in a sense of loneliness, repeated disappointments left me feeling somewhat helpless. I had followed the footsteps of happiness here, only to encounter Aizhe, which was originally a very perfect thing.

Ah? He noticed me at that time? Is it true?

Hmph! I glanced at the south and muttered discontentedly, "Those who are affected by the singing to the point of not being able to practice properly have no right to criticize me."

The boy rolled his eyes and said irritably, "So annoying! By the way, did you hear that too?"

I understand

Speaking of which, is it really true that there is something between Ai Zhe and Qin Xiaoxiao

Am I not suitable? What does it mean that I am not suitable? My abilities have already been recognized by Hainye, so how can it be that I am not capable? Moreover, they asked me, so why should he answer on my behalf? It's really annoying!

My anger subsided last night, so you can tell him that I am fine now. It is true that the anger has dissipated, but the knot that has formed still remains and will not disappear so quickly... I think that Ai Zhe and I really cannot go back to how we were; that feeling of childhood friends, innocent and carefree, is... no longer there.

Yanyan, did I do something wrong that made you angry

Indeed, standing before me is the same boy who was previously determined to capture Xing. I privately gave him the nickname "Ghost Catcher".

Looking around, I realized that Aizhe was already gone, and of course, Xiaoxiao was also missing. When did they leave? How did I not notice? I hope nothing has happened; Aizhe's demeanor just now was quite unusual.

The words of Umino left me astonished. As soon as he finished speaking, a familiar melody began to flow from the violin, trickling into my heart drop by drop

Alright, let's conclude here for today. The dissolution order from Yi Yuan You has filled everyone with joy, and I too have been liberated to return home

"Fortunately, I have searched for you with great difficulty, but no one seems to know you." I wiped away the tears still lingering on my face and said with a grin.

The whole world knows, and you still don't? How infuriating! I never expected that Aizhe would be such a fickle-minded scoundrel!" The girl indignantly stood up for me, while I was still in shock, unable to process this major news.

Oh, my happiness... sob... I let my tears flow without a care, I am truly too happy, I never expected that my encounter with happiness would be in such a way

As the piece came to an end, Haiye put down the violin and looked at me, asking, "Yan, would you like to join us?" I was somewhat taken aback, and Haiye continued with a smile, "Your voice is wonderful, and it harmonizes well with ours. Would you consider it?"

I truly do not know what to say about this matter. Rather than saying that I am angry with Qin Xiaoxiao, it is more accurate to say that I am angry with Ai Zhe, and even more so, I am angry with myself. Therefore, even if Qin Xiaoxiao were to disappear from now on, it would not be possible for me to immediately return to the way things were with Ai Zhe.

I want to find him; no matter what, I want to see him again. Because he has changed the trajectory of my life, I must see him once more. I want to tell him in person that I, Xu Zhengyan, am his most loyal fan and follower

What I said about happiness is indeed true, but the events that have occurred recently are too bizarre, so bizarre that I cannot help but let my imagination run wild.

Thanks to Haiye's efforts, I finally escaped from Aizhe's "clutches". I clutched Haiye's clothes and hid behind him, secretly watching the angry Aizhe, feeling a bit anxious.

I just feel a bit reluctant. Being with the people in the group and watching them practice feels really good. Occasionally, I can even sing a song, and both Youyou and Hainiao are so kind to me. Now, coming here in the evenings to watch everyone rehearse has almost become a mandatory part of my routine. Suddenly not having it feels a bit uncomfortable.

Eh? Where is Aizhe

After being frozen in place for an indeterminate amount of time, my soul finally returned to its rightful position

For what reason? Why does Umi sing? ... Why does he have such a fortunate voice, how could it be...

Damn it! I really am an idiot. At that time, I ran off alone because I heard Xing's singing. Could it be that he came to find me that day just to talk about this matter

"Shut up!" The sudden song that burst into my ears startled me, and I immediately commanded Aizhe to be quiet. Holding my breath, I listened intently to the distant melody, striving to discern whether it was the voice I had been searching for all along

Should we go? Why? To be disliked? It has been several days since I last spoke with Aizhe due to that incident. Even if we meet, we act as if we haven't seen each other, completely in a state of cold war.

I hurriedly ran along the sound of the song, feeling the voice getting closer and clearer to me. ... Scenes from the time I first saw him quickly played in my mind: a white shirt, black casual pants, and sneakers, standing on stage with a unique blend of laziness and elegance.

That's not right. A few days ago, he seemed to have looked for me to say something. Wasn't he going to inquire about my joining the Youyou group?

"The way you are dressed today is ... ..." I still couldn't adapt as I looked him up and down.

I..." Hai Ye paused for a moment, shrugged, and said, "Maybe it's because I feel bored. It's too dull to be at home on a leave of absence from school, so I wanted to find something to do.

Ai Zhe has been looking this way, you should hurry back, otherwise he will think that I have involved innocent people again. I turned away from Qin Xiaoxiao and walked to the closest spot to Haiye, stopping there. It seemed that he noticed my arrival, as Haiye, holding the violin, glanced at me and smiled.

I began to hum softly along with the music, the familiar melody making me feel as if I were immersed in the song of happiness, singing this song gently together with him. After the song ended, it felt wonderful

Indeed, I like it here, I like everyone, and I appreciate this feeling and atmosphere. When I am with everyone, I can temporarily forget my troubles and set aside the various unpleasantness with Aizhe

"Haine, I have always wanted to ask, did Yuyou form this band purely for fun?" I glanced at Haine and asked.

Thursday! Today is Thursday! Could it be that...

Since you have already agreed, what is there to hesitate about? Xiaoyan, welcome to my group, hahaha!" Yi Yuan pulled me over. Seeing her raise her hand to ruffle my hair, I was so scared that I quickly escaped behind Haiye. When Yi Yuan is in her "demonic mood," she can still be a bit frightening

At this moment, Umino was standing behind me, and his silver short hair had disappeared, replaced by black hair

"Xing, you scoundrel! Why are you avoiding me?" I let out a long howl towards the sky, wanting to vent all the grievances and sadness that had built up in my heart.

Upon arriving at the classroom, I saw Aizhe and Xiaoxiao together. Unbeknownst to me, these two individuals have become inseparable.

I see your smile. All the memories I hold dear...... Suddenly, a voice intruded into my ears, and it seemed as though every pore on my body opened up because of this voice

"What is the reason? Could it be that you really... really..." Ai Zhe looked at me with a face full of worry, her beautiful eyes mixed with specks of sunlight, causing me to momentarily lose my focus.

I have already said that I am fine, why are you being so meddlesome, you "ghost catcher"

"That's not a problem, it's just..." Nanfang waved the baseball bat in his hand, gazing into the distance with a sigh, "I feel like I will never catch him in this lifetime..."

Yanyan... Xiaoxiao looked at me with an expression that was on the verge of tears, making my skin crawl all over.

Huh? Is that voice... Haiye?

At that time, I inadvertently saw Yi Yuan You performing by the roadside, and I suddenly felt that I should not continue like this. So..." Hai Ye smiled and did not continue speaking

He seems to have said this, so today ... ...

Should I go find Aizhe and ask him? At the very least, I should apologize for not listening to him properly. It's just that I feel a bit scared, inexplicably scared

Ah, I never thought that there was someone who had been searching for me all along, even going so far as to get into this place for me. It is truly... very incredible..." Haiye said with a smile, her tone filled with affection.

Just a moment ago, there were clearly people singing, so why has it suddenly become silent?

But ...? ... Isn't that the result I wanted ...? Ai Zhe, he ... ... ... has found other support and reliance ...

In recent days, I have hardly had any contact with Aizhe. Whether it is said that I am sulking or being willful, in any case, before my mood improves, I do not wish to speak with Aizhe. Even if I were to speak, I fear I would not be able to say much.

Indeed, I feel the same way. It seems that in this lifetime, I will never be able to see that person again... How I long to see him, even if just once, even if just for a fleeting glance

"What... what are you saying?" My shoulders were suddenly gripped tightly by Aizhe. The grip was so painful that I wanted to break free, but I lacked the strength to do so

This is not right! I sought out Ai Zhe to inquire about matters concerning him and Qin Xiaoxiao, yet he managed to slip away. How infuriating!

I cannot bring myself to hate Qin Xiaoxiao, but that does not mean I truly like her. Since I cannot provoke her, can I not also avoid her

I carefully examined him from top to bottom, left to right, and front to back, before finally confirming that this person was indeed Umiya.

亲爱的，你知道我会爱你，直到时间的尽头

No. I answered decisively, but deep down I knew that I was indeed unwell, feeling discomfort throughout my entire body

Since Yan has chosen to stay, you should respect her choice. Haiye said calmly, and his calmness influenced me, allowing me to also regain my composure from the state of panic.

The more I thought, the more confused my mind became. I took out my phone to check the time. When my gaze fell upon the three large characters "Thursday," a thought suddenly flashed through my mind

"What is good about this?" Umi looked at me strangely and asked with a bewildered expression

Should I take the initiative to reach out to Aizhe? This question has been troubling me all day

"I am ready to return to school," said Haiye with a relaxed expression

Indeed, he originally came to help, so it does not matter even if he leaves

Indeed, it seems to be the case. At that time, he also mentioned that he had a very unfortunate past. Just how unfortunate was it? Does that unfortunate period refer to the performances in the warehouse before?

After being rescued by Haiye from Yiyuan You, I decided to stay honestly by his side without leaving, as it would provide a greater sense of security and protect me from the attacks of the "demonic claws"

"I was just joking. However, I am truly surprised to find that I have fans as well." Haino's face blossomed with a smile

"Well, I have thought it over carefully and decided to pick myself up again." Haiye gently stroked his black hair, a faint smile playing at the corners of his mouth, "I want to regain my true identity and return here to continue my studies."

the true identity

Are they all here to torment me, taking turns to persecute me for no reason

I can hardly tolerate when others look at me with such eyes, as it makes me feel particularly guilty

"No, it's alright, we understand you," the girl said to me with a look of camaraderie. "Losing a Sen Aizhe means there are countless better boys waiting for you. Let him be with that 'Qin Xianglian,' we support you!"

Wait, what is this surging feeling of bitterness in my heart? I should be happy. From the very beginning, I knew that Qin Xiaoxiao wanted to get close to Ai Zhe, and it must be because she likes him. However, when that day truly arrived, I still couldn't accept it. I actually felt a sense of betrayal, and it was very painful in my heart

Are there such people? Clearly knowing that I admire him, yet deliberately pretending not to know, and now, surprisingly, he even puts on a show of a strong comeback, which is really infuriating

I know him; we are childhood friends. I awkwardly nodded, unsure of what this girl was so excited about.

Well, since it is like this, I can only comply with fate... But why am I feeling so stiff all over, and why is my heart racing so fast? Am I nervous? How strange, why should I be nervous when talking to Aizhe?

"No one is bullying me; I am just so happy that I want to cry." I sobbed while foolishly smiling.

回忆缓解了内心的痛苦。现在我知道为什么......

"Hey, are you feeling unwell?" Nanfang shouted at me.

Clearly, Yi Yuan You was very dissatisfied with my reaction. She said, "Hey, Xiao Yan, don't think that hiding behind that guy will keep you safe."

My pursuit, my dreams, the person I have always wanted to meet has actually been by my side all along

Sigh... Am I possessed? Sitting on the bench outside the tennis court, I rested my chin on my hand, gazing at the crescent moon in the sky, my mind a blank.

The way those two people are talking suggests they must be quite familiar with each other. There aren't many people here who can get close to Yi Yuan You... So who is this person...

I ... ... '' I pointed at Umiya in disbelief, unable to speak for a long time

Should I take the initiative to approach him and start a conversation? It seems a bit difficult to do so

In fact, it is not as difficult as one might imagine. Hayano stood beside me and said with a smile, Therefore, it is not good to be gloomy alone; being with everyone allows one to forget their troubles more easily, regardless of what they may be.

"So, you recognized me quite early on?" I exclaimed, my eyes widening in surprise

However, I do not really want to go. I did not beat around the bush, but directly expressed my thoughts, feeling that there was no need to hide anything from Hainye.

Ah?

Is it because of her

Perhaps. "Umino replied softly while holding the violin and gazing into the distance. However, his expression did not seem as relaxed as his tone suggested

I glared at the South with gritted teeth, having been struck at the heart by his words, but all I received in return was his smug smile. I was too lazy to say much to him, so I turned and strode down the stairs.

I glanced at the others, who were all packing their things, while Ai Zhe was whispering something to Xiao Xiao. Noticing that no one was paying attention to us, I readily nodded in agreement.

"That is..." Haiye leaned closer to me, and I held my breath in anticipation of his answer. Haiye looked at me with his clear blue eyes, "I am a student here, I used to be."

I specifically came to find you to tell you something. " Umi suddenly looked at me very seriously

I searched every corner and did not see a single person. Moreover, on my way here, I did not see anyone at all; it is impossible for him to have just vanished into thin air. But the problem is, there really is no one. Not to mention people, there are not even any ghosts. What on earth is going on!

I keep thinking to myself, what should I do if this matter is true? How should I face it? Should I accept it? Yet I know that my heart strongly rejects, from the depths of my being, the idea of the two of them being together

Hmm? What?" I asked, looking into his eyes with confusion

I am also quite surprised that you would actually admire me from that time. " Haiye stroked his chin, thought for a moment, and said, "Could it really be true that 'bad men are loved by women'?"

Hmm? Why does Haiye look a bit strange today? Not only has he changed his hair color, but there are also some other things. I always feel that something is not quite right; what could it be?

"Find me before you beat him up, so I can see what the real deal is like," I said with a smile.

Ah? You don't know? The girl looked at me in astonishment, as if she were looking at an alien

Do you know? Is there something I should know? However, thinking back, ever since I walked from the dormitory this morning, I have felt that everyone has been looking at me in a strange way, no, it should be said that it is eerie.

You ... ... '' Southern Qi is blocked

It's done, caught in a pincer movement, what should I do? If I agree to this person, what will happen to that one? If I agree to that one, what will happen to this one?

"Are you really going to join that group of Yi Yuan You?" Ai Zhe asked softly, with dissatisfaction evident in her tone.

In an instant, the expression on the teacher's face turned to one of "speechlessness". After dismissing the onlookers, the teacher also left.

As soon as Haiye finished singing, I pounced on him, tightly embracing him, overwhelmed with joy, "I, I finally found you, at last, finally..."

I seem to once again feel the arrival of an angel, and this time the angel is so close to me that it catches me somewhat off guard

The situation is indeed too complex, leaving me at a loss as to how to sort it out. I can't shake the feeling that many things have changed. The friendship I once took pride in between myself and Aizhe seems to have quietly undergone a transformation.

"Don't you know? Those girls who were cheering were all there for you. I was initially brought along to watch." I looked at him in surprise

I looked at the smug Haiye with a head full of black lines, really wanting to slap him. It turns out he can joke around too; I really need to change my opinion of him.

I always feel that he is hiding something, as if he knows things that I do not, yet he does not wish to reveal them. Everyone has their own secrets, but it seems that Hainye has more secrets than others. Is it due to the innate sense of mystery that surrounds him

Does he still want me to apologize to him

That sound just now is ... ! ... the voice of Xing! Moreover, it is that very song, it cannot be mistaken, it must be him!

Beauty

"Even if ... ... even if you tell me your full name ... ..." I said weakly, beginning to doubt whether I was experiencing another illusion.

I stole a glance at Aizhe, who was standing nearby, and found that he showed no unusual reaction, still occasionally conversing with Xiaoxiao beside him

Looking at Aizhe with his fists tightly clenched, I couldn't help but swallow hard. How has this guy Aizhe become so irritable?

Watching Ai Zhe with other girls, I should not mind at all. However, he yelled at me like that for Xiao Xiao, does he still consider me as his childhood friend? Am I no longer significant in Ai Zhe's heart?

This person is indeed violent. However, his reaction speed is remarkably fast, always just a step behind me. Compared to me, his level of persistence is not only equal but perhaps even surpasses mine

Indeed! The girls in the classroom answered in unison, a momentum that left the boys stunned and bewildered

Alas, he has indeed come to discuss this again. Does he care so much whether I join or not? One should ask, what exactly is he concerned about? This is my matter; why does he meddle so much? Moreover, I have already made my stance very clear before.

I was walking down the corridor, contemplating these matters and grappling with my own thoughts. When I looked up, I inadvertently caught sight of Yuyuan You conversing with a boy not far away. The boy appeared unfamiliar, likely someone I had not encountered before. Yuyuan's expression seemed somewhat complex, piquing my curiosity about what they were discussing

Ah? No, no, it's nothing." I hurriedly waved my hand at Umiya, pretending to be nonchalant. I also didn't know if I had managed to deceive him.

Xu Zhengyan! Has your boyfriend been taken away by someone?

Good! I will join!

This question was resolved during the rehearsal in the evening. When I walked into the classroom with Haiye, I saw that boy there as well; he seemed particularly familiar with the people in the group

No! She is not suitable! Ai Zhe preemptively rejected her before I could, and the reason he gave was quite displeasing to me

If I were to tell Yi Yuan You that the person I have been pursuing all along is actually Hai Ye, what would her reaction be?

This is not very good, he looked at me with such an expression that made me feel quite guilty

Well, this is also fine... I couldn't help but let out a soft sigh, feeling a sense of helplessness and sadness within. The feelings of displeasure and bitterness surged continuously from the depths of my heart

Ah! A ghost catcher? I exclaimed, pointing at the boy in front of me.

That gaze filled with anticipation, the light blue eyes are incredibly clear, yet they also possess a profound depth. Such an expression from Umiya makes it impossible for me to even utter a refusal.

This is simply explosive news, which I find somewhat difficult to accept

In fact, ... ... '' Aizhe hesitated before speaking

Thank you

What? I turned back to ask him

Alas, I am truly beyond salvation

"Why are you reacting so strongly? If Xiaoyan wants to stay, then let her stay, right?" Yiyuan You seemed very pleased that I was willing to join, as she pulled me in and kept ruffling my hair, "Xiaoyan is so cute! So cute!"

Um... Hai Ye said a bit shyly while scratching his head, "Because I don't want to give up singing, I go to an abandoned broadcasting room in the academy every Thursday to practice. I thought it was no longer connected to any speakers, but I didn't expect there to be a 'lone seedling' left on the rooftop."

Ah?

This is ... ... is happiness! It is the song of happiness!

I found it, I found it, I finally found it

Ah? Sing? You want me to sing at this time?

Yiyuan You's expression was exceptionally resolute, and I sensed something from her eyes. She must have noticed something, which is why she acted this way, wanting me to vent through singing

When did Aizhe become so strong? I might be crushed to death by him. My expression is twisted in pain, and the Aizhe in front of me, with his eyes blazing with anger, feels somewhat unfamiliar to me

Is it you? I shouted towards the empty rooftop, but all that responded to me was silence

I began to feel uneasy; I had never seen Aizhe in such a state, which truly caused some concern. However, with Xiaoxiao by his side, there should not be any issues

The initial sense of loss has gradually become something I am accustomed to. Could this be considered a cold war between friends? It always feels a bit sudden, sigh

He is comforting me, right? I always feel that Haiye specifically came to comfort me

I think you misunderstood; this matter has nothing to do with you. I am actually quite happy that he can be so close to others besides me. This statement can be considered half sincere and half insincere

It turns out that I have indeed been evading, even Hainye has said so. Although I have realized it myself, I have always been reluctant to admit it

Aizhe is going to date Qin Xiaoxiao? ... I actually know nothing about it. Aizhe, who used to tell me everything at the first opportunity, surprisingly said nothing at all ...

Aizhe? I rubbed my eyes in disbelief; it really is him! Could this be a divine arrangement, deliberately giving me the opportunity to ask him for clarification?

I always knew that there would come a day when Aizhe would have a girl he likes, and at that time, I would no longer be the "childhood friend" by his side. Although I had always been mentally prepared for this, when that day truly arrived, it still caught me off guard.

I was observing their training when I noticed that Xiaoxiao had stood beside me

Umino restored a gentle smile, nodded at me, and said: "I know, but they must have come for my appearance. I remember that at that time, there was only one person who was truly engaged, and that was you"

I asked in confusion, "What exactly happened?"

Strange, which performance are these people singing? How did they all become my support team overnight?

Looking at the person beside me, Haiye, no, it is Xing, I couldn't help but smile broadly. It is truly wonderful, I have really found happiness.

"Hahaha, no, that's not it." Umiya lightly patted my head, and his hearty laughter left me somewhat dazed

Everyone is ready, but strangely, Yi Yuan You seems to have no intention of starting. She is staring at me with wide eyes, not blinking. Just as I am puzzled, she suddenly points at me and says: "Come sing a song, how about it?"

Umino smiled calmly and said, "Aren't you the one who doesn't like eating this kind of thing?"

Thus, it is destined that this time it is a collision of blank slates—frozen in place

To be able to meet both my idol and childhood sweetheart in one place is undoubtedly a very joyous occasion. However, the current situation has taken a turn for the worse. I cannot find the person I have been searching for, and my childhood sweetheart seems to have become somewhat bewildering to me.

Fortunately, have I found you

"That's right, I have agreed to everything." I replied in a stiff tone

What does she really want to say

Umino did not deny it and nodded, putting on a look that seemed to say, "Aren't I impressive?"

"Do you really want to join them?" Aizhe's mournful voice suddenly came through, causing me to shiver involuntarily

Was it once ... ? ... So, does that mean that Umiya entered the music academy and then took a leave of absence ?

Alas, when Yi Yuan You threatens someone, it is truly terrifying! She is so beautiful and enchanting, but upon getting to know her, one realizes that her personality is completely like that of a boy! I fear that those boys who are fond of her will be taken aback when they find out.

"Pfft..." A girl suddenly popped up and said this to me, startling me so much that I sprayed out the water I had just drunk

"Xiao Yan, I have something to tell you." A voice suddenly appeared beside me, startling me.

Yi Yuan You looked at me, said nothing further, and turned to signal everyone to get ready

Oh? Where is classmate Ai Zhe? I seemed to have seen him here just now

"Aizhe..." I shouted loudly. Aizhe turned around and, upon seeing me, slowly walked towards me

That guy... I clenched my teeth in some resentment

No, perhaps Aizhe and I can never return to the way we were before

You..." Ai Zhe looked at me in astonishment, his eyes wide open as if he wanted to devour me. He still spoke in a stiff tone, saying, "You cannot join!"

You and Aizhe have been acting strangely lately, is it because of me

However, there are relatively few people here who know me. Although I was in the same cohort as Yi Yuan You, I began my leave of absence starting from the second semester. Of course, I also did not come very often during the first semester

"Sigh..." Because I was too happy, my tears could no longer be held back, leaving Haiye and Aizhe in a flurry, one hurriedly handing me tissues to wipe my tears, while the other continuously comforted me

"Yan just said she would join, and I believe she is not joking, right?" Haiye asked gently

Because I heard Xing's singing, I left him behind and ran away alone

The impression I have of Umino is that he seems to know everything, to understand everything, and in his eyes, nothing is a problem. I always feel that such a person is very powerful, representing a kind of strength of the spirit

Join ...? ... them? Why did he suddenly want me to join? Haven't I always just been an observer? Moreover, do they need a lead singer?

I was choked and coughed repeatedly, my face flushed as I asked, "Cough cough cough... what are you saying?"

Aizhe looked at the greatly changed Umiya with a face full of disbelief, momentarily unsure of how to react

Indeed, as long as Xiaoxiao is present, that is all that matters

"What ghost-catching person? I am called Nan Fang."

"What are you doing?" I asked somewhat angrily, yet secretly delighted by his presence.

Whether happy or sad, come and sing a song

As a reward, this is for you. Umiya suddenly handed me a patch like a magician, and this time it was pineapple-flavored

"Hello, I really wonder if it is you who is singing?" Southern suddenly emerged again, and apart from me, perhaps he is the only one so obsessed with this voice.

The words spoken by Umino always soothe me imperceptibly, calming my somewhat restless emotions

Let us go, for facing matters is always better than evading them, unless... you can evade for a lifetime...

However, to get back to the point, there was clearly someone singing here just now. Why did they disappear as soon as we went upstairs? It feels too unusual no matter how I think about it

This reason ... is merely an excuse. I am not a three-year-old child, yet he actually uses such an excuse to brush me off. Forget it, if he doesn't want to speak, I cannot force him to do so; after all, it is his privacy.

I do not know why it escalated to that extent; now I am simply thinking of not dwelling on this matter any longer. However, it seems that Ai Zhe cannot easily let it go.

At that moment, another voice came through

Everyone only knows me by the name "Umiya", but they are unaware of the name "Sachi". Therefore, it is only natural that they do not recognize me, " Umiya explained.

Indulgence? Youthful recklessness? Ruining one's health? This series of words leaves me somewhat astonished, as they could actually be associated with Haiye. What kind of past does such a person have? I cannot imagine.

"Xiao Yan, are you alright now? You suddenly ran out that day and scared us to death," Yi Yuan You said with great concern as she looked at me.

If that is the case, why has he never come to find me again?

The song on every Thursday is ... ...

Umino is truly a good person, gentle and considerate, understanding and empathetic. It is wonderful to know someone like him. When I am confused, he provides guidance, and when I am sad, he comforts me, just like a caring older brother. As an only daughter, I sometimes fantasize about having an older brother who loves, cherishes, and protects me

However, there is one point you are mistaken about!" Hai Ye said mysteriously.

Having been childhood friends with Ai Zhe for so many years, I consider myself to know him quite well. However, seeing him like this for the first time truly startled me a little.

I originally thought we would never meet again, but in fact, happiness has always been by my side, constantly accompanying me. We have gone through quite a lot together and have even become friends, which has far exceeded my expectations

What is this situation? Why does he have that expression of being hurt? Have I done something excessive?

When did this happen? Why do I know nothing about it? ... Moreover ...! ... If it's true, then it's unbelievable that Ai Zhe would actually accept Qin Xiaoxiao!

Moreover, I genuinely want to join, not at all jokingly, nor purely out of spite. However, seeing Aizhe's hesitant demeanor, it seems he does not intend to ask me this.

Strangely, today is clearly not Thursday, and it is not evening either. How could there be that song? I always feel that the song is guiding me; it possesses a kind of magic, a wondrous magic.