Let's put Sakiko-sensei's matter aside for now.
Rikuo and his group had already arrived at Ring. This time, because they came earlier, Taki wasn't waiting at the entrance.
Rikuo naturally entered RiNG and found an empty multi-person table.
"Boss, open a machine! Recharge 30! The future of LJL will be changed by me!"
It seems Rikuo's CPU hasn't recovered yet...
"He means a matcha parfait. I'll have a mocha coffee. What about Tomori-chan?"
"Hmm, for me, I'll have a glass of milk."
Seeing Matsugi Ririko walk over, Anon stopped Rikuo, not letting him continue his operation. Her intervention cut off the future of LJL!
'Tomori bravely said what she liked to drink. Before, she only dared to drink the same as everyone else.'
Rikuo watched Tomori become more and more cheerful, and couldn't help but feel relieved. This was all thanks to Agams.
...
Before long, Taki brought the drinks over.
"What did you take Tomori to do yesterday? Why are you with Tomori again? And who is that woman?"
"That woman? How rude! I have a name too!"
"Your name? That's not important at all! Quick, did you trick Tomori? Why is Tomori following you two days in a row?"
Rikuo watched Taki question him while also not forgetting to attack Anon. She even prepared to grab his sleeve, but luckily he was sitting in the middle and Taki couldn't reach him!
'Taki's offensive desire is very high, and her output ability is also very strong, as well as her ability to constantly create pressure for herself. Her anti-pressure level must be first-class, she would definitely be a good hand at playing top lane!'
"Taki-chan, Rikuo-kun is my friend! Didn't I tell you yesterday?"
Taki's angry expression suddenly subsided, her flustered little hands had nowhere to rest, so she could only nervously draw circles in front of her.
'As the main carry, Tomori can step up at critical moments. After overcoming the debuff of social anxiety, she can now be a permanent t0, clearly the core output of the team, and an absolute top-tier adc.'
"Of course, I don't mean to doubt Tomori, I just..."
"It's okay, just calm down and talk it over."
At this moment, Nagasaki Soyo, who was previously rubbing her hands like a fly on the side, entered the fray to mediate.
'Soyo's support ability is first-class, she can play as a mid-laner. Before taking off her mask, she's a position that works hard without much recognition. After taking off her mask later, she can play Shaco to perfection!'
"Yes, it's good if everyone calms down. Everything can be explained clearly."
Anon also advised from the side.
'Although Anon's laning level is a bit low, she is a very good team unifier. With her help, Tomori can deal the most perfect output! Soyo can perfectly transform to adapt to different scenarios! Taki can fully unleash her output ability! Although her level is weaker, she is definitely the most correct support in this team!'
Just then, a burst of powerful guitar music rang out. One could tell the guitarist's skill was very high, but she completely disregarded the people around her (though she had reported to Matsugi Ririko), simply playing her favorite melody.
"So noisy!"
"So amazing!"
Anon covered her ears, but then let go and looked towards the source of the guitar sound, seeing a cute girl with white hair, different colored eyes, and a cat-like demeanor.
'She appeared! The last correct fifth person, possessing world-class gank ability! And super high skill level! Also strong anti-jungle ability (referring to stealing snacks provided by RiNG to the performing bands) and clutch save ability! With these 5 people LJL! RNG! Victory is within reach, aiming for S16!'
Rikuo's CPU hadn't been repaired yet. He felt that if he continued like this, he would probably call Sakiko-sensei next door Faker every day when he went out.
'I need to go to the restroom to wash my face. By the way, I haven't tried what the 2 of Hearts's ability is. The corresponding ability description is 'soul', so there shouldn't be any external manifestation. I'll just try it in the restroom.'
Rikuo's mind was wandering, and he felt he needed to find something to distract himself.
"I'm going to the restroom first."
He didn't pay attention to Taki questioning him about why he was running away, or Tomori holding Taki back, or Anon and Soyo trying to mediate between the two.
'Why do I feel like Rikuo-kun is acting strange today?'
Nagasaki Soyo had doubts about this. Although she had only met him twice, in her impression, he should be a very meticulous and gentle person. Why would he leave Tomori with a mess and go out to avoid trouble?
Rikuo couldn't think so much now. Due to his long-term part-time jobs, independent life, and the anime characters he liked around him, he always felt out of place in this world.
'But then, what kind of role am I playing? Do I just want to be a passerby silently following the characters I like?'
Although he had always said in his heart that he liked Sakiko, it was actually just the kind of liking one has for an anime character. However, he wasn't so foolish. Although he couldn't understand the reason for things, if they weren't close, why would Tomori be willing to make such a joke?
He turned on the faucet and splashed cold water on his head, startling everyone who came to use the restroom, but he just wanted to clear his head. However, the burden from yesterday's card and today's mental state issues left his brain in a chaotic state.
'The 2 of Hearts, I remember Hajime-senpai used it to gain human emotions. How ridiculous, I just told Tomori that she was already human. I'm truly a clown full of grand theories.'
Ignoring his wet hair and the whispers of those around him, Rikuo entered a restroom stall.
'Anyway, I'll know once I try it. I don't care about any side effects now.'
Rikuo solemnly picked up the 2 of Hearts, as if feeling the care of his senior, and placed it on his chest.
Contrary to all his expectations, he felt as if he had entered a space, and at the end of the space, there was a person? The other party seemed very close to him, yet also very far away.
"Rikuo, I've been gone for about a year and a half, haven't I? It seems you're also facing a choice, aren't you? What is it?"
The other party sat cross-legged on the ground, giving a very casual impression, like a simple family chat.
"Father?"
Yes, the other party was his father in this world. Less than half a year after he transmigrated, his father passed away.
"Hmm, Rikuo, although I may not have fulfilled my duties as a father, and may have left you with a lot of trouble. But if you want someone to talk to, this old man still has some experience."
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