Chapter 9 Isn't this also a form of mutual NTR...?
After experiencing a series of mental shifts—"desperate denial to no avail" → "This world has finally gone mad" → "I'm tired, let's destroy it" → "Give up explaining, just give up"—Rei Furuya finally reached the transcendent state of "Let him be strong, the breeze still caresses the mountain; let him be ruthless, the bright moon still shines on the great river."
On the bright side, all those bizarre situations we encountered before finally have a reason, right? At least we can rule out horror stories... We can't be dreaming, can we? Or have we accidentally entered some parallel universe?
Moreover, Furuya Rei eventually changed his mindset and cooperated without making a sound.
After all, Rei Furuya was also curious as to why everyone was so convinced that he was someone else.
Moreover, from another perspective, although Furuya Rei did indeed lose the meaning of his real name, Nekono Ikuya, who was impersonated by Furuya Rei, was also forced to share his real identity.
Isn't this a form of mutual NTR? He's not at a loss at all.
Rei Furuya skillfully comforted himself.
However, he didn't let his guard down completely, as he wasn't sure if others were colluding to frame him. This possibility, though small, couldn't be entirely ruled out.
So when the big guy from another class barged into Class A and whispered his new ideas to him, trying to revise the alternative script for the school festival, Furuya Rei maintained a perfectly calm, slightly thoughtful expression on his face, nodded slightly, and only occasionally gave a single syllable response that was unclear in meaning but showed that he was listening, but never agreed or disagreed.
When he encountered many unfamiliar faces enthusiastically calling out "Furuya" and greeting him in various places such as the playground and corridors, he maintained his pace, precisely cutting through the gaps in the crowd as if he hadn't heard them.
Neither admit nor deny, neither explain nor participate.
Rei Furuya, adhering to the "four no's principle," appreciates this absurd school drama that unfolds spontaneously around "Nekono-san, who transforms into a mysterious transfer student," in an extremely passive yet almost detached manner.
He stands on the stage yet retreats behind the scenes, being both the absolute protagonist and the sole audience member, becoming a unique observer who tacitly allows other actors to improvise.
Through these observations, Rei Furuya became increasingly aware of Ikuya Nekono's immense popularity on campus. Mentioning Ikuya Nekono would elicit expressions of affection from almost every student, regardless of grade.
What kind of succubus is this? (Furuya Rei leans back tactically.jpg)
As the increasingly mysterious legend of Nekono Ikuya grew, Rei Furuya's initial annoyance gradually transformed into curiosity.
Achievement achieved: Curiosity of Falling Valley.
So while everyone else was still engrossed in the fictional story of "Nekono-san, who has become a mysterious transfer student," Rei Furuya looked at the only real story in his hand, "The Disappearance of Ikuya Nekono," and fell into deep thought.
The world has become amazing.
...
The world has become amazing.
While Rei Furuya was still forced to perform in an absurd drama at school, Ikuya Nekono was observing the latest developments in the case at the police station.
Evidence that the deceased, Q, intended to attack innocent bystander A, prevent A from participating in the boxing championship match, and ruin A's career was found on Q's body.
Unfortunately, the time when the deceased Q planned the crime was last night, which is one of the reasons why he decisively stood up his grieving girlfriend B last night. As a result, the suspicious value of the innocent passerby A increased instantly.
Innocent passerby A stared in disbelief: "What? What did you say?! Did I hear that right? He really planned to attack me? And the plan was made just yesterday?!"
Why didn't he feel anything? The innocent passerby A was confused, feeling that he and others had experienced a different yesterday.
He clearly felt that his experience yesterday was normal. With an important competition approaching, he was as oblivious to everything else as usual, focusing only on improving himself and increasing his chances of winning the championship.
Although I accidentally got too engrossed and finished training a little late, that happens often and is nothing to be surprised about. Is it wrong to try?
Although I heard faint arguments coming from that alley when I passed by yesterday, everyone knows the general atmosphere of their country.
To put it nicely, everyone respects others' privacy and has a strong sense of boundaries; to put it bluntly, it's a sign of a cold and indifferent society that shows a lack of concern for others.
People almost universally adopt an indifferent attitude of "minding one's own business and not caring about the frost on others' roofs."
When faced with a situation that might intrude on someone's privacy and make everyone extremely embarrassed, isn't it the obvious choice to quietly avoid it?
Not to mention he was in a hurry to get home at the time.
Who could have imagined that argument would escalate into a murder case? Or a murder case that would ultimately implicate him? Who could have foreseen that?
Last night's experience suddenly became terrifying in my memory, casting a chilling shadow over the dark alley.
Why did such an accident happen at this crucial moment in the boxing championship match?
Innocent passerby A silently punched the air (the air: ???), his heart filled with indescribable emotions.
On the one hand, he knew perfectly well that he was not the real killer of the deceased Q, so when he saw the evidence that the deceased Q had carefully prepared to use to attack him, which was displayed by the police, he felt a sense of relief.
He had made such thorough preparations that he couldn't guarantee he could escape unscathed if an attack actually occurred. It was fortunate that the deceased Q was "intercepted" by someone else last night.
On the other hand, it's hard to say that the deceased Q died at the right time, because even if the deceased Q hadn't had a chance to attack him before being attacked and killed, directly leading to a GAME OVER ending.
But the other party's goal of preventing him from participating in the competition was achieved in a bizarre and unexpected way!
Isn't this a different kind of "dying without regrets"?
How could this be?! Innocent passerby A was on the verge of tears.
He could only stare intently at the photo of the deceased Q, roaring viciously in his heart:
You! You! Deserve! To! Die!
"This person... is so pitiful." Nekono Ikumi looked at the innocent passerby A's appearance, her tone filled with indescribable sympathy.
In his view, innocent passerby A's eyes gradually became vacant, and a heavy aura of despair permeated the air, making him look exactly like a breathing zombie.
Innocent passerby A: Thanks for the invitation, I'm a living person with a slight death.
Without a doubt, the answer to who the real chosen unlucky guy is is obvious.
Blake pondered for a moment, rubbing his chin, when suddenly a lightbulb went off above his head, and he slammed his fist into his palm!
He suddenly realized, "I remember now! Isn't he Jotaro Matsuda? The hottest boxing star lately, I remember he has a championship fight today! But now..."
As he spoke, Blake's tone became more pitying. Nekono Ikuya was right; this person was indeed pitiful.
Nekono Ikumi tilted her head: "Huh, you know him?"
Blake nodded somewhat heavily: "Yes, I've watched his match. He's very strong, and that match was very exciting."
He recalled the match for a moment, then sighed softly, "What a pity..."
"?" Nekono Ikuya's eyes widened in confusion, not quite understanding Blake's heavy regret.
Is it because Jotaro Matsuda might not be able to participate in today's championship fight?
Nekono Ikuya tugged at Blake's sleeve: "Are the consequences of Matsuda Jotaro's absence from this championship fight serious?"
"Although this match is important, it's just one match. Since Matsuda Jotaro is a boxing star who can participate in the world championship and whose strength is recognized by you, missing one match may have an impact, but it shouldn't end his career."
"With this kind of strength, why not just play another game and win the championship?"
Blake looked down and met Nekono Ikuya's eyes full of confusion.
Oh, this little devil is usually so clever, too clever for his own good. He forgot that the other person is still young and doesn't understand many things.
But isn't this exactly what Black does? Black is responsible for more than just protecting Nekono Ikuya; accompanying him as he grows and teaching him knowledge are also important parts of Black's duties.
There's a reason why his salary is so high!
Blake adjusted his sunglasses, attempting to prove that he was not a white-collar worker.
I, Blake, deserve this high salary!
He leaned forward slightly, trying to align his gaze with Nekono Ikuya's, his voice low and serious, carrying a cold, analytical quality:
“Young Master Yumi, you underestimate the significance of this ‘Boxing Championship Match’ and the ruthless nature of the ‘rules’ in the Japanese boxing world.”
“The rules in Japanese boxing are very strict. Unlike the ‘promoter-driven system’ in Europe and America, they are ‘agent-centric’. That is, boxers must sign with a boxing club that holds a license from the Japan Boxing Association (JBC). The club’s operator is the agent, who is fully responsible for the boxer’s career. They cannot even choose their opponents or the boxers in the event; these decisions are made by the agent and the event promoter.”
So strict? Nekono Ikuya's eyes widened. Doesn't that mean the manager has complete control over the boxer's life, and the boxer has no freedom?
Blake would definitely agree, so Japanese boxers are better off not offending their agents. Once a boxer is abandoned by his agent, his professional career will be in serious trouble.
"Moreover, the competition levels are very strict, requiring participants to challenge themselves from the lowest to the highest level. Today, Jotaro Matsuda will be participating in the highest-level 'Japan Boxing Championship' match. If he wins this match, Jotaro Matsuda will become the JBC champion and will be able to challenge for international competitions."
This is why Blake's sigh was so heavy.
"Innocent passerby A is actually this amazing? I never would have guessed," Nekono Ikuya thought suspiciously as she looked at Matsuda Jotaro, who had a gloomy expression and seemed to be surrounded by a cloud of bad luck, making him the unluckiest guy in the world.
No wonder Matsuda Jotaro was so anxious before, realizing he might miss today's match, he was on the verge of tears.
But why did Nekono Ikuya feel that Matsuda Jotaro's expression was not just a simple expression of wanting to cry but rather a kind of despair?
Could there be even more serious consequences?
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