One advantage of eating alone is that you can eat whatever you want.
After lunch, Kurosawa Hikaru came to the Zhuifeng Dojo in the afternoon.
After the various students and disciples paid their respects, he was taken by Sato Shinichi to a room at the edge of the dojo.
"Brother Kurosawa, this is the violin and piano that I rented according to your request. Take a look at them."
Sato Shinichi didn't care about the weather. He wore a kimono, crossed his hands in his sleeves, and looked at the layout of the room.
This was a room he had specially cleared out. The floor was covered with tiles. Inside the huge room, there was a large Steinway piano and a music stand with a violin-shaped cloth bag on top.
"Brother, did you rent or buy this?"
Kurosawa Hikaru only took one look and knew that the quality of this piano was very good and it could be said to be brand new from the factory.
"I rented it. You told me not to buy it."
"Thank you, brother... Does the future know about this?"
Realizing that he didn't buy it specifically, Kurosawa Mitsuru felt comforted and then asked.
If I really bought a piano, it would not be worth it considering the price of a Steinway piano, which can easily cost tens of millions of yen.
"Should she know?" In response to this question, Sato Shinichi asked.
"No, the time is tomorrow." Kurosawa Mitsuru shook his head slightly.
"Want to give her a surprise?"
"Hahaha."
At this point, Kurosawa Mitsuru did not deny it and laughed.
Seeing him unable to hold back his laughter, Sato Shinichi also laughed.
"Do you want Ling Shi to play a few songs with her?"
After a pleasant conversation and laughter, Sato Shinichi took a look at the piano and was also a little curious.
Although he practiced Kyudo, an elegant, graceful martial art that cultivates one's body and mind, musical instruments were relatively unfamiliar to him, especially Western instruments like the piano.
After all, in the process of practicing Kyudo, what matters is the word "quiet", so he spent a lot of time in quietness in his life.
Even if he occasionally comes into contact with musical instruments, they are traditional Japanese instruments.
"No, she wants to play a few songs with me."
Kurosawa Hikaru did not hide it from him, after all, the answer would be revealed tomorrow.
"You can also play the piano?" Sato Shinichi was surprised.
In response to this question, Kurosawa Hikaru smiled and said nothing. He just walked forward and sat down in front of the Steinway piano.
His hands were stretched out and laid flat, and as they fell, passionate and fierce piano music suddenly rang out.
The melody of this song is extremely fast, and his hands are so nimble that they leave afterimages, and his fingertips are dancing, which is a feast for the eyes.
This is Flight of the Bumblebee. Although this song is not very nice to listen to and cannot be considered the most difficult, it is a good choice for showing off your hand speed and skills.
In a blink of an eye, as the sound of the piano subsided, Kurosawa Mitsuru raised his head and looked at Sato Shinichi who was standing beside him.
"sharp."
Sato Shinichi was a little dazed, but when he noticed his gaze, he immediately applauded and praised him generously.
“Just awesome?”
Kurosawa Mitsuru was somewhat surprised to hear this comment.
"I don't know much about music, so I'm not sure what level this song is... But I think you're amazing, your hand speed is so fast, and it's very cool."
Sato Shinichi noticed that he felt disappointed, and he affirmed it while explaining it.
Brother Kurosawa’s performance just now must be very good. Although the song is not very nice, his playing speed is unusual.
"All right."
When Kurosawa Mitsuru heard this comment, he was speechless.
Originally, he wanted to use this song to introduce his other identity, Zero Hour.
But unexpectedly, Brother Shinichi didn't think of that aspect at all.
"Brother, it's not that I don't support you, I just don't understand music..."
Seeing his depressed look, Sato Shinichi was helpless. He spread his hands and smiled bitterly.
He is old and can't appreciate this kind of thing at all.
For him, there are only two hobbies among his few hobbies now.
Archery and tea drinking, both require quietness.
"I don't mean to blame you. This should prove that I can play the piano, right?"
Realizing that he had no idea about this, Kurosawa Mitsuru thought about it and stood up.
"Of course you can, brother. You are really multi-talented." Sato Shinichi nodded confidently.
"Come on, Qin has tried it, let's go have some tea."
After thinking about it, Kurosawa Mitsuru skipped the topic and walked away.
In fact, he didn't intend to hide it from Brother Shinichi. He didn't say it directly at the beginning because he didn't want to cause too much trouble for others.
Brother Shinichi is so enthusiastic. If he finds an opportunity, he will definitely find ways to help.
"Now that you're here, why don't you shoot some arrows with me?"
“There’s still so much time.”
"That's true."
"Let's go."
They walked out of the room together, and Kurosawa Hikaru closed the door behind him.
"Would you like to bring other students to support you tomorrow? Although I don't understand music, they should understand."
Seeing him closing the door naturally as if it were his own home, Sato Shinichi, who was watching from the side, also asked.
"No, I plan to play with Mirai alone in this room for a while tomorrow."
"Leave me alone... Will the maid agree to this?"
Shinichi Sato still remembers what happened before.
"I've found a way to get her to agree. Brother, please don't tell anyone."
"Don't worry."
While talking, the two people walked side by side.
…
At night, after having dinner at the Zhuifeng Dojo, Kurosawa Hikaru was sent home by the driver.
During this time, he would chat with Xiao Yuki while checking things on the computer.
What I need to check is the music to be used in the ensemble tomorrow.
Maybe the system requires you to play a piece of music together, but you have half an hour of alone time, so if you like it in the future, it’s not a problem to play a few more pieces.
He didn't know much about the violin, so he had to consider whether Shifengyuan would be able to play it in the future.
“Hehe~”
Even though he was busy and it was just a simple chat, Ichinose Yuki didn't care much.
As the night grew darker, the two said good night to each other.
"Good night."
After taking a shower and lying on the bed, Kurosawa Hikaru took out his cell phone and sent a message to Ninomiya Chizuru and Shihouin Mirai respectively.
Neither of them replied. He held his phone and looked at the screen. Out of boredom, he opened a Line page.
That was the chat page with the note about Junior Sister Miki, and their messages were still on August 10th.
"I have a girlfriend."
This sentence was like a pause, forcibly terminating the connection and relationship between them.
Only now did he notice one thing: the dating task was not triggered just because the girl had a crush on him.
"Did I ever have a crush on her..."
The white figure appeared in his mind, and Kurosawa Mitsuru couldn't help but fall into deep thought.
In fact, he had very little interaction with his junior sister Miki, and they only met a few times.
Having said that, he was once amazed by the girl's beauty.
That was our first meeting in a photography shop. Miki Baiyu’s appearance was like an elite from a fairy tale, dreamy and beautiful.
“That’s right.”
After thinking about it, Kurosawa Mitsuru soon felt relieved.
Everyone has a love for beauty.
The dating trigger condition mentioned by the system is having a favorable impression. It is natural for any man to have a favorable impression of such a beauty.
If you insist on saying that he has no feelings towards Junior Sister Miki, then he is absolutely lying.
It’s just that a liking is a liking, and liking is liking, there is a difference.
…
The Zhuifeng Dojo is a huge mansion with several shooting ranges and an ancient atmosphere.
In the courtyard, the water pond is rippling, the flowers and plants are covered with morning dew, and the air is fresh and pleasant.
Early in the morning, two people came to the Zhuifeng Dojo.
The leader is the black-haired Shifeng Mirai. Unless it is a special period, such as the New Year, she will come to the dojo to practice every Sunday.
Following closely was Sayaka Akai, still wearing a maid outfit.
The temple is very quiet at this time and there will be no outsiders. It is the most suitable time to purify the mind.
After passing through the corridor, the two men came to the first shooting range.
However, when Shifengyuan Mirai took off his shoes, put on a pair of white socks, stepped onto the wooden floor of the dojo, and walked to the corner, he was stunned.
Because there were already people present in the dojo.
The man was wearing a simple white shirt and trousers, but his chiseled face was extremely handsome.
"Kurosawa?"
Shifengyuan Mirai was stunned for a moment, but when she saw the man's appearance clearly, she was surprised.
She thought she would have to wait until the afternoon to meet Kurosawa.
She never expected that it was only 7:30 in the morning and Kurosawa had already arrived before her.
"Good morning, Future."
Standing at the shooting point and gazing at the courtyard, Kurosawa Mitsuru turned his head when he heard the words and raised his hand to greet him.
"Good morning."
Shifengyuan Mirai responded happily and walked forward.
Meeting each other so early in the morning meant they would have half a day together.
She had accumulated a lot of things she wanted to say to Kurosawa before, but she never had the chance. This time, she definitely had enough time.
"Why are you here so early this time?"
As he approached, Shifengyuan Mirai looked up at him slightly, somewhat puzzled.
"Because I need to prepare something." Kurosawa Mitsuru said mysteriously.
"What is it?" Shifengyuan Mirai found out that he was deliberately hiding something, and his curiosity was aroused, so he was very concerned.
In response, Kurosawa Mitsuru did not say anything, but reached out his hand and gently brushed a strand of her hair and tucked it behind her ear.
This sudden action made Shifengyuan Mirai's body freeze and her heartbeat quickened a little, but she did not resist. She wanted to see what he was going to do.
“Like this.”
The next moment, Kurosawa Hikaru withdrew his hand from behind her ear, but between his fingers there appeared a tender, juicy, bright red rose covered with morning dew.
"!"
Shifengyuan Mirai was a little surprised to see a flower suddenly appear when he stretched out his hand and retracted it.
Although magic tricks have become common in modern times, and have even been revealed in various ways, they are no longer mysterious.
But she couldn't react to Kurosawa's magic, and didn't even see any trace of it.
"it's beautiful."
Immediately, Shifengyuan Mirai took it happily.
She sniffed it and found the scent was very fresh. It wasn't fake flowers, but obviously they were bought specially for the occasion.
"Where did you get this rose from? Did Miss Akai help you?"
Magic tricks are actually very interesting, especially when you experience them yourself. Shifengyuan Mirai thought about it over and over again, but couldn't figure out what was going on and became curious.
While speaking, she also looked at Sayaka Akai behind her.
In response to the inquiring look, Akai Sayaka shook her head slightly, denying it.
"Magic puzzles are boring."
Faced with her curiosity, Kurosawa Mitsuru just smiled and did not answer her question.
Magic is something that relies on sleight of hand, blind spots, distraction, and practical techniques.
Once the mystery is revealed, that magic trick is meaningless.
"That's true."
Shifengyuan Mirai thought it made sense, so he stopped asking questions and smelled the rose in his hand again.
The petals of the rose are very delicate, and the thorns have been trimmed, so it is easy to pick up.
Receiving a rose early in the morning can make people feel good.
"Good morning, Ms. Sayaka."
Seeing the future mood, Kurosawa Mitsuru was happy because of his early arrival and the little magic trick, and smiled, not forgetting to say.
After a few days, the slap marks on her face had completely disappeared and she was back to normal.
"Good morning, Mr. Kurosawa."
Sayaka Akai nodded slightly and responded very calmly.
"The plan remains unchanged?"
The conversation went smoothly and Kurosawa Hikaru went straight to the point.
Sayaka Akai confirmed this without saying anything.
"What's the plan?"
Hearing this, Shifengyuan Mirai, who was holding a rose and in a good mood, suddenly felt something was wrong.
What was going on? Did Kurosawa and the maid make some plan without her knowing
Noticing that she was alert, Kurosawa Hikaru did not hide the truth from her. He took two steps forward to her side and leaned over to whisper in her ear:
"I have discussed it with her and asked her to give us half an hour to be alone together."
"Half an hour?"
Hearing the time, Shifengyuan Mirai was immediately shocked. She looked at him and then at the maid.
"let's go."
Meeting her incredulous eyes, Kurosawa Hikaru stretched out his hand and invited her.
Seeing this scene, Shifengyuan Mirai was still a little overwhelmed. She looked at Akai Sayaka, wanting to know if this was true.
In response to the eldest lady's gaze, Sayaka Akai did not say anything, but just closed her eyes and pretended not to see it.
With this action, the answer is revealed.
Realizing this, Shifengyuan Mirai suddenly felt a little uncomfortable, but when she saw Kurosawa Mitsuru extending his hand, she still plucked up the courage to shake hands with him.
With their hands folded, Kurosawa Mitsuru took her hand and started walking.
"Where are we going?"
Following his footsteps, Sifengyuan Mirai was a little curious.
"Somewhere where we can be alone and spend some quality time together."
Regarding this question, Kurosawa Hikaru wanted to give her a surprise, so it was naturally impossible for him to solve the mystery in advance and deliberately tease her.
"Mr. Kurosawa."
Hearing this, Sayaka Akai, who was following behind, suddenly became uneasy.
"I know my limits."
Seeing that she cared a lot, Kurosawa Hikaru also made a promise.
"Will half an hour be enough?"
At the same time, Shifengyuan Mirai stood on tiptoe, leaned close to Kurosawa Hikaru's ear, and said.
"… "
Being teased by her in return, Kurosawa Mitsuru opened his mouth, not knowing how to respond.
Because there is no appropriate answer to this kind of question.