Are you, as meal replacement users, ready for the consequences?

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I didn't form a band today either; I applied to quit again.

May 1st, Tuesday, sunny.

My sister said the day after tomorrow is Constitution Day, and I asked her if it would affect my ability to slack off. She said it wouldn't.

So I slept all day, whispering to my mother in my dream.

Band? I'm applying to quit today.

May 2nd, Wednesday, sunny.

Today is the day before Constitution Day, but it's terrible!

I've forgotten to reply to Ai-yin's messages for the past few days. When I called her, she almost jumped out of her skin. It was so scary! π_π

I clearly remember replying to her, but I probably forgot to reply after reading the message.

I made a promise with Hailing that we would finalize the plan before May 5th, and I also talked to Hailing about the new member in the band.

She was surprised. During our video call, I could see Hailing's unease and joy. I think it's because we're uncertain about the future.

Apply now.

[May 3rd, Tuesday, stayed up all night counting stars, so I slept all day and don't know the weather.]

Apply now.

……

"May 4th, Wednesday, light rain."

Toyokawa Ningko picked up her pen, wanting to write something.

Since reading Mu's little diary that day, Ningzi has also tried to start writing a diary.

Maybe I'll die someday, and it would be such a waste if I didn't leave something behind to taint the eyes of future generations.

If I can't achieve lasting fame, nor am I capable of being infamous for eternity, then let me at least slightly pollute those who come after me.

"Xiao Ning! I'm going to buy groceries! Is there anything you want to eat?"

"Wow! There are new dishes to eat today?!"

The food these past few days has been strange; Ningzi didn't want to say anything.

The first meal I ate was what I brought back myself, and it was delicious.

The next day's meal consisted of leftovers from yesterday with a few added ingredients; it was alright.

The third day begins…

It's just leftovers from the previous day, with some added ingredients, used to make soup, stir-fry, deep-fry, or stew.

Today, having finally finished eating everything from the first day, the frugal Xiangzi finally decided to go buy groceries.

It's really admirable how frugal she is.

When she saw the money she had given her, she looked like she had seen a ghost.

Is it really so shameful for my younger sister to... to be taken care of by me, her older sister? You silly Xiang!

"Go ahead, leave early and come back early."

"I'll be back soon. If you're hungry, you can eat the candy on the table."

"……what?"

After Xiangzi left, Ningzi realized that she had forgotten about the box of candy.

"Thankfully, nothing is missing."

Ningzi quickly checked the quantity and found that it was roughly the same, so she put the candy on the top shelf of the refrigerator.

It shouldn't be placed in a conspicuous place, otherwise it would be a big problem if someone accidentally ate it.

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Hailing sent a message:

Umiri: Are you going to rehearsal today, Xiaoning?

Neko: Oh, let's talk about it when we start school. I'll create a group chat for our team members first.

Umiri: Middle.

"Hey, Hailing is right. We really need to start rehearsing and taking orders soon, or we'll be short of money."

Ningzi quickly tapped the screen.

[Tagawa Neko invites "China's No. 1 Helmsman" to join the group chat]

[Tagawa Neko invites Dark Takamatsu Lantern to join the group chat]

[Tagawa Neko changed the group chat name to "We Are a Loving Family"]

Neko: That's all for now, this is our band group chat. We'll arrange the specific activities later. I'm logging off now and going to sleep. Talk to you later.

[Tagawa Neko has left the group chat]

Umiri (海铃): ?

Wakaba (Mu):?

Deep Dark Tomori:?

Yahata Kairin, who was lying on her bed drinking water through a straw, suddenly coughed.

We're not sisters, you can't just quit whenever you want.

Are you leaving me to manage this huge group of strangers?

At least introduce everyone's names before you run away.

Yawata Kairin smiled helplessly, unplugged her phone charger, and entered serious mode.

Next, she will use her superb social skills to communicate with these future band members.

But to be honest, it's been quite an experience to see our little home for two getting bigger and more organized.

My feelings are a bit complicated.

Umiri: Hello, my name is Hachiman Kairin, bassist.

……

"Trash, a bunch of trash."

Ningzi tucked her phone into the sofa cushions and turned to walk back to her bedroom.

They introduced themselves to each other and got to know each other.

This part is boring and uninteresting.

When you want to have a group of dogs, the best way is to put these gentle, silly dogs together.

Once they're familiar with each other, we can release them all at once.

Toyokawa Ningko called it highly efficient.

Ch155. Manager Ai Yin & Million Lyricist's Lamp

"What! You're already in school!"

I'll take supplements to go to school!

Thursday, Haneoka Girls' High School, Class 1-A.

Everyone was huddled together, chatting and laughing, seemingly not saddened by the end of the holiday.

A group of mentally ill people.

The classroom is an ocean, and everyone is an island.

But only Toyokawa Ningko is a true island in the sea; the others are like an archipelago where love is shared.

She refused all the classmates who wanted to chat with her, and sat alone in her seat grieving for the lost holidays.

You bunch of people who haven't had a vacation for more than five years! You have no idea what true freedom is!

I've been a homebody since I was four, and I've had over ten years of holidays! Nobody understands holidays and freedom better than me!

Honestly, nobody cared about Golden Week before; Ningzi had never even heard of it.

But after starting school, Ningzi finally got to enjoy the benefits of the Golden Week holiday.

With weekends off, you can eat and sleep at home all the time – it couldn't be better.

However, if you don't go to school in the first place, wouldn't every day be a golden week?

Toyokawa Ningko turned her head with resentment and stared blankly in the direction of the door.

I feel so hopeless. Sitting with a bunch of idiots who don't even dislike school is truly hopeless.

Am I the only normal person in this world?

"Good morning, Xiaoning."

The light came in, and Ningzi noticed that there was still a band-aid on her wound.

"Morning."

Ningzi answered weakly, showing no intention of getting up.

Whether the lights come on or not, there's not much difference.

It's just that there's a cute little voice next to your ear that chats with you from time to time.

Ningzi didn't want to chat; she was keeping silent about her dead vacation.

Live another day.

The pill hidden under her tongue was slowly melting, and Ningzi hoped it would help her feel more alert.

……

"Which club should I join?"

In the courtyard of Haneoka Girls' Academy, Chihaya Aine stands in front of the club recruitment advertisement board.

"I see a lot of classmates carrying guitars. If you want to be popular, you should join the light music club, right?"

While thinking, Aine greeted the band members who were holding hands with her.

My goodness, they have such a good relationship, they even hold hands.

"Arno! Seniors! You all have such a great relationship!"

"Yes, really."

One of the green-haired men, who looked rather unwell, gave an awkward laugh, clearly not wanting to linger there.

"Of course."

The other brown-haired man smiled gently and pressed a button on the remote control in his hand.

Then Green Hair grabbed the hem of the skirt and knelt down dramatically.

"..."

Ai Yin covered her mouth, said a brief goodbye to them, and ran away.

"There are so many people like this in the world, it's scary... Xiao Ning is still the best."

As Aiyin approached the classroom door, she saw even more girls in a band holding hands on their way to school.

Holding hands, carrying musical instruments, playing guitar and playing with teammates after school, and another day is over.

"I'm so envious! I really want to join a band... Maybe I should ask Xiaoning if there's one?!"

Upon entering the classroom, the first thing that catches the eye is Toyokawa Ningko, who looks utterly hopeless.

"Xiao Ning? Are you alright?"

"Mmm... Xiao Ai, good morning,"

"Good morning!"