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Kazumi knew well that the best way to treat an emotional wound was not to leave Rumi alone in the apartment to overthink. Instead, maintaining a regular and structured daily routine, as they used to, was key.Some ailments, if not regarded as such, cease to be illnesses altogether.Because of this, Kazumi personally accompanied Rumi to and from classes, the kendo club, and back to the apartment every day.Takeshima Shinobu had once privately joked that Kazumi was practically Rumi’s full-time nanny.Kazumi…-
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No matter where he was, Lei Yin always maintained the habit of waking up early to go for a run if he had the time.When he returned to the inn after his jog, it was already around 7:30 AM.The training location for Rumi and the others was near the outskirts of Asakusa. Asakusa, located in Tokyo’s Taito Ward, was a relatively remote area. It was known for its many old buildings and temples that carried the style of Japan’s Edo period. Being far from the city center and with Japan’s increased awareness…
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“Lei, come over here and take a look.”Hearing Naoko’s call, Lei Yin reluctantly walked into the women’s swimwear section, feeling somewhat out of place.As he approached, Amy, wearing a pink one-piece swimsuit with a cartoon design in a size small, ran up to him and asked, “Lei, does it look good?”Lei Yin took a good look at her, then said, “Did Naoko help you pick this out? It looks great.”The little girl’s face lit up with happiness, and she turned to Naoko, saying, “Naoko, Lei thinks…
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When Lei Yin arrived at the location, he saw Shiraishi Akira standing there alone.Walking up to him, Lei Yin asked, “Akira, what happened?”Shiraishi Akira glanced at him and then pointed toward the theme park ahead. “Rumi is inside.”Lei Yin frowned. “What’s she doing in there?” He could tell the park was already closed.With an expressionless face, Shiraishi Akira explained, “Her necklace is missing. She’s been looking for it since 6 PM. I couldn’t stop her, so I called Kazumi, but even…
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"Is it here?""According to the map, it should be around this area.""Forget it. If we can’t find it, let’s just call and ask. We’ve been looking for so long, even the kid is about to fall asleep.""Let’s look a bit longer. I want to surprise her.""Do whatever you want, but you’re the one who has to ask for directions.""Fine, I’ll ask."On the large training field, the new president of the Tokyo Kendo Club spoke loudly to the trainees in front of him, "Today’s training ends here. Everyone, great…
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Not long after, Lei Yin arrived at a three-story arcade. There, he spotted a short-haired girl anxiously waiting. “Gennai, you’re finally here,” Aikura Ai sighed in relief upon seeing him. “What’s the urgency?” Instead of answering immediately, Aikura Ai peeked into the arcade and then pointed toward a boy playing a racing game. “Gennai, do you see that boy in the red T-shirt?” Lei Yin followed her gaze. The boy was short, about 14 or 15 years…
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When the group of eight quickly arrived at the scene, the humanoid figure had already ceased moving. It stood still a short distance from the flaming, smoke-filled luxury vehicles, resembling a burning statue.The eerie blue flames continued to burn steadily, filling the air with an unpleasant stench reminiscent of burning oil or leather.Staring at the large, flaming figure, Zhang Qian felt an inexplicable sense of melancholy.Just minutes ago, this person had been so arrogant, treating everyone as…
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After getting out of the taxi, Yamahisa Naoto stood in front of the public middle school where he had endured three years of humiliating student life. His expression was one of deep gloom.He had long lost count of how many times he was dragged to the vacant lot behind the school building by older or taller students, only to be extorted for pocket money or beaten.Yet he never dared to tell his teachers or parents about it, fearing harsher retaliation. His only means of self-preservation were enduring in…
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“Although hot-blooded youth doesn’t suit us, moving around a bit occasionally isn’t bad. How about a game of tennis?” Lei Yin suddenly suggested, feeling inspired after sitting under the shade for a while.“But I’ve never played tennis before,” Kazumi said, lifting her head.“What a coincidence, neither have I,” Lei Yin replied as he carefully picked up the sleeping Amy.Kazumi looked at him, both amused and exasperated, then stood up and brushed the grass off her clothes.Outside the…
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“I’m curious—how did you know I was here?” The cult leader, towering over even the four tall men surrounding him, spoke fluent English.Zhang Qian sneered. “It seems you’re disappointed we weren’t blown to pieces.”The cult leader shook his head. “Quite the opposite. I’ve been so bored lately. If you can keep me entertained for a while, I’ll be delighted.”At that moment, Firth stepped out of the car and reported, “Your Holiness, I’ve notified Mashu of our location. He said a car…
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