Band members, girls with fermented bean curd, step forward!

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Xiao Zhi wasn't very trusting of Chen, who claimed to have memorized everything. Who could have such a good memory?

After Chen Yiyi finished answering the questions about the precautions she had just been taught, Xiao Zhi had to admit that she had truly learned something today.

"You really memorized it in just one take?"

She looked the boy in work clothes up and down.

"Hmm, is there no problem? I have some confidence in my memory."

"Hmph, that's perfect, saves me from having to say it a second time. It's getting busy with customers. Come on, watch how I make each dish, and then you can try making one yourself." Xiao Zhi ordered Chen.

"Yes"

Observing Xiaozhi's steps in making each meal, Chen also began to try it himself.

Looking at the final experimental product, which was almost identical to the finished product outside, Chen nodded in satisfaction.

"For a first time, it's not bad."

Xiao Zhi rarely gave his approval, saying, "Alright, take it and eat it yourself. It won't be too bad if you make it according to the steps. There's no pay for it today."

"It's great to be able to have lunch for free. Thank you for your advice, Ms. Ebizuka."

"Employee meals are only available when work starts~ Today, Xiaozhi paid for your ingredients out of his own pocket~"

Rupa turned around and smiled at Chen, saying, "She was worried you wouldn't have enough to eat, so she added extra food to the dishes she gave you earlier. It's okay if she doesn't have enough to eat later, she can add more."

"Hey, Rupa, you!" Xiao Zhi pointed angrily at Rupa at the front desk.

"Not just lunch, but dinner too~" Rupa ignored Ash's little temper and strengthened their relationship.

"Hey!" Ash glared fiercely at Rupa.

"Thank you so much," Chen sincerely thanked Xiaozhi.

"I just want you to have more energy to learn today so you won't hold me back later. Don't overthink it," Xiao Zhi said, turning around, her thoughts unreadable.

Chen looked at Rupa at the front desk and their eyes met. They tacitly avoided continuing the conversation.

After helping Xiaozhi with his chores all afternoon, Chen prepared his own dinner.

"Hmm, it tastes better than lunch." Chen enjoyed his dinner in the lounge.

"You've learned enough for today, no need to continue. Remember to come to work on time tomorrow. Leave your uniform here and come change tomorrow, understand?"

Xiao Zhi walked in and addressed Chen Chuan, who was eating.

"I heard you right. Thank you for your guidance today. Without Ms. Ebizuka's guidance, I would have taken many detours."

"Alright, no need to say so much. Just take on more of my work from now on. Go back after you finish eating."

Ash issued a waiver.

"How was your day, busy in the kitchen with him?" Rupa asked Xiaozhi with a smile.

"It's alright, I guess. I'm just a little more diligent and quicker at learning, but that's about it."

Xiao Zhi kept a straight face, not wanting the malicious Rupa to seize on her weakness and tease her.

"Shoji must be happy that you helped him, right? He's already gone back~"

"Hmph," Ash didn't want to engage with Rupa's words and went back to his work.

"I feel like life will be much more interesting from now on~" Rupa said, her eyes more upturned than usual as she greeted the guests.

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Chapter 8 A Fateful Encounter?

Good morning, Yili.

"Good morning, Mr. Chen..."

Miss Ichiri is not quite used to the change in address.

"I'm truly sorry that I didn't reply to Yili's message in time on Friday due to personal reasons."

"Is there anything Yili needs? I will do my best to meet your needs if I can."

As someone with social anxiety, how difficult could her request be? She probably couldn't even imagine what request she could make.

Chen Neng's confidence in the intelligence allowed him to make this promise to her without any reservations.

　Yi Ba Ling Qi Liu Yi "That, that, Chen!"

After hearing Chen's words, Li hesitated for a long time before finally bringing up the matter that his parents had asked him to do.

"Actually, my mom saw our chat... so she wants to invite you to her house!"

By speeding up his speech, Yili finally managed to explain things clearly before he became too nervous to speak.

"No problem, it's an honor to be invited by your uncle and aunt. How about this, I work every evening from Monday to Friday, so I'll visit you on Saturday noon?"

In the anime, Ichiri's parents are quite understanding, so visiting her home is not a problem.

Moreover, Chen could understand Yili's parents' concerns.

This is the first time their daughter has made a friend, and a male friend at that. As parents, they naturally want to vet him for their daughter's sake.

Overjoyed that things went so smoothly, Yili bowed dramatically to Chen at a ninety-degree angle.

"This humble woman eagerly awaits your arrival!"

They also arranged to learn guitar from Bochi this afternoon, and another pink-haired girl also arrived at the scene.

“Chen Chen!”

This was quite unique; the way he addressed Chen allowed him to know who it was without even turning around.

Good morning, Chihaya-kun.

Extremely curious, she inquired about the conversation between Chen and Ichiri. When she learned that Ichiri, who also had pink hair, was a guitarist, Aine showed great interest.

From what she observed, Goto always carried a large instrument bag, but he never discussed band matters with anyone.

"Speaking of which, Chihaya-san is also a guitarist. Would you like to bring her to class this afternoon?"

There's certainly a reason for extending such an invitation.

Miss Aine, with her kind and understanding nature, should be a good match for Pochi.

With Chen acting as the middleman, it wouldn't be difficult for the two of them to become friends.

For Ai Yin, having a guitar virtuoso as a teacher is a blessing.

For Boqi, gradually adapting to communicating with someone like Aiyin, who is outgoing and approachable, is extremely beneficial in improving his social anxiety.

However, Ichiri doesn't seem to think that way now; her body is starting to show signs of fraying.

As for Aine, who had only been a transfer student for a short time but already enjoyed such high popularity in the class, Ichiri felt that they were from completely different worlds.

This kind of opponent is completely beyond her current capabilities! She will melt away and disappear from this world like snow meeting the sun!

Although Miss Aine didn't understand Chen's intention, she still gave Miss Ichiri a questioning look, showing her respect.

"No, no problem, get up."

After saying that, Miss Ichiri immediately regretted it.

Why can't she control her mouth?!

Miss Aine's observation skills are quite sharp; she managed to avoid the low-pressure area.

Judging from Goto's behavior, she was very reluctant to let Aine join. She only agreed because Chen made the suggestion.

"Chenchen, is it really okay if I go with you? Goto-kun doesn't seem too keen on it."

Miss Aine wanted to confirm Chen's intentions.

"As for Yili, she's not good at communicating with others. So far, I'm her only friend."

Chen turned his gaze to Miss Yili, who was peeking at the two of them, startling her so much that she quickly turned around.

"So I want to introduce Chihaya to her, so that Ichiri can become friends with you, Chihaya."

"As for the reason, it's because Chihaya helped me before and is a very good person, so I made this decision rather abruptly."

"If this has caused any trouble for Chihaya-san, please just tell me. After all, I was being presumptuous."

"Chenchen really cares about Goto-kun."

Miss Aine didn't object to the suggestion; she was just curious about Chen's reasons for doing so.

"Well, Goto-san is a really cute girl, and she has pink hair just like me, so I'm fine with it~"

"Plus, I can exchange more guitar techniques, which is also a good thing for me~"

Saint Athena shone her mercy upon Pochi.

Currently, the band only has Chen and Ai Yin. The question of who will fill the remaining positions is, of course, something that needs to be discussed.

As expected, Miss Aine is very interested in Lantern, who is the class's darling.

I already have plans with Chen and Miss Yili today, and tomorrow happens to be my turn to be on duty as a light-up worker.

So they decided to invite the lamp after school tomorrow afternoon.

While things have been settled with Miss Aine, Miss Ichiri's unease and confusion remain unresolved.

"Ichiri, don't you understand why I asked Chihaya to come along?"

Chen pointed out her question, and seeing Yili nodding incessantly, he continued to explain the reasons for doing so.

"Chihaya is a very nice person. She helped me on my first day here. Ichiri doesn't have any other friends besides me, so I want Chihaya to become friends with Ichiri."

"Chihaya is such a cheerful person. If Ichiri can successfully become friends with her, he won't have to worry about anyone else in the future, right?"

Ichiri was already in tears.

Chen, who is so considerate of her, is truly amazing!

Great, needless to say!

Chen noticed that the person beside him wasn't reacting, so he decided to add fuel to the fire.

"Everything depends on Ichiri's opinion. Ichiri is my most important friend. If Ichiri feels it's too much to ask, you can just tell me, and I'll help you refuse."

Chen, who was about to walk towards Aine, was stopped by Ichiri, who had come to her senses.

"No, it's okay. Chen is doing this for my own good. I can do it!"

"Besides, Chihaya helped Chen too. So it's okay," she murmured to herself.

"Yili, you've done a great job! You've bravely taken the first step."

Unconsciously, Chen placed his hand on Boqi's hair and stroked it.

As expected of a girl from the world of anime, her hair is incredibly smooth.

Her timid demeanor was simply too alluring, causing Chen to lose control of his actions.

Since you've already touched her, there's no point in pretending to stop; you might as well enjoy it a little longer.

With this thought in mind, Chen continued what he was doing.

With astonishing willpower, Ichiri suppressed his instinctive dodge.

Her initial surprise and uncertainty quickly turned into enjoyment under Chen's caresses.

Miss Aine witnessed the entire interaction between Chen and Boqi.

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At noon, Chen, who had previously obtained living expenses from Yili, politely declined Aiyin's help.

When Ms. Ai Yin learned that Chen had found a job, she congratulated him.

After Chen finished exchanging pleasantries with Ai Yin, Ichiri began her turn.

"Let's have lunch together, Chen!"

To prepare for any unforeseen circumstances, Pochi brought two sets of cutlery today, leaving Chen with no reason to refuse.

As for the quantity, she had specifically asked her mother to make a lot more, so it would definitely be enough!

However, my aunt's curiosity about Chen only grew stronger, which was understandable.

The cramped, dimly lit space welcomed another figure besides the girl in pink for the second time.