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Chapter 216. Enough Thinking! Let’s Just Seal the Deal Already!
🕑 Added 2025-03-23 08:53:51 +0000 UTC[Being with all of you, she no longer felt lonely or anxious.]
[As long as she had you by her side, she had the courage to face anything.]
[And now, she was ready to carry that courage forward.]
[After entering university, she followed her plan and chose to major in physics, while you chose a major in new media.]
[Compared to complex, difficult physics, you found new media more appealing.]
[Before, you might have picked the same major just to stay close to her.]
[But now, she didn't need you to worry about her. You could safely follow your own path, while quietly supporting her from the side.]
[Just like in high school, her talent for physics was outstanding.]
[As soon as she entered Tokyo University, she showed a level of understanding and talent in physics that amazed even the professors.]
[Her unique insights into theory earned her high praise, even from professional mentors.]
[Within just three months of starting university, she wrote her first academic paper with her mentor's help, which was published in a student journal.]
[As for you, your progress was just as fast—maybe even faster.]
[Within just one month of starting university, using your knowledge of modern rock music and media, you made your first earnings through short videos, YouTube, and Chinese platforms.]
[Thanks to the high quality of your content, you quickly gained a large following online.]
[Behind this success was also the support of Chisato Nishikigi and Takina Inoue.]
[They seemed genuinely interested in this new media world.]
[With your help, they started their own channel called "TakinaChisato" in their free time from LycoReco.]
[Their top-notch FPS gaming skills quickly attracted attention.]
[While studying, you managed their channel along with your own.]
[Under your management, the follower count skyrocketed. Within just a few months, you gained millions of fans across social media.]
[This became the starting point for building wealth, all to prepare for your shared future.]
"Hm... looks like in this simulation, I went straight into money-making mode."
Minami Shouji nodded as he processed the simulated memories.
Honestly, the simulated him was just like his real self.
Not just Chisato Nishikigi and Takina Inoue—
If he considered even Gotoh Hitori, Akane Shinjo, and Futaba Rio...
He'd need a solid financial base to secure their futures.
So priority one: make money.
The income from LycoReco café alone wouldn't be enough for his plans.
Life wasn't just about dreams and goals. There was rent, food, daily living costs.
With so many mouths to feed, he couldn't afford to fail.
He couldn't betray the girls' trust in him.
But—
"It's still a bit early to worry about all that."
Minami Shouji shook off the thought and kept reading.
[While you were planning for the future, Futaba Rio never slacked off.]
[With her natural talent and hard work, she quickly stood out in her class, and her academic papers received high praise.]
[People began calling her a genius. With her wealthy background, many male students tried to get close to her.]
[But to their disappointment, no matter who approached her, she remained strictly polite.]
[That distance and politeness made it clear—she wasn't interested.]
[Anyone who got into Tokyo University understood that kind of rejection.]
[After repeated failures, they gave up.]
[Outside of her relationship with you and the others, Futaba Rio didn't waste time on socializing.]
[Now in the program she truly wanted, she studied tirelessly.]
[Whenever she was tired, you were always there for her.]
[With you, she felt at peace, and it gave her strength to keep going.]
[After starting university, the four of you found a new place to live together.]
[Seeing each other every day, talking every day, your already close bond grew even deeper.]
[Your connection with Chisato Nishikigi, Takina Inoue, and Futaba Rio became unbreakable.]
[You became part of each other's lives.]
[She chased her dream, and you prepared for the future—you both lived fulfilling lives.]
[In your free time together, you felt pure happiness.]
[That happiness washed over you like waves, slowly pulling you under—]
"Looks like everything's on track so far."
Minami Shouji figured the simulation's ending was pretty much set.
But—
There was still one thing he had to deal with.
Minami Shouji thought to himself.
Right.
There was still someone else to worry about.
Futaba Rio's parents.
Minami Shouji rubbed his chin.
He hadn't forgotten in the second and third simulations, he never got their approval.
In the second simulation, Futaba Rio stayed in Japan for him and lived an average life. Her parents held that against him and didn't accept him.
It wasn't until after they had a child that things finally got better.
So what about this time?
Futaba Rio had now achieved her dream in physics.
And he had entered Tokyo University and built up real wealth in just his first year.
From this angle, things looked good.
Her parents should accept him now.
But—
"There's still Chisato and Takina..."
He shook his head.
If her parents found out about his relationship with all three of them...
Would they still accept him?
Even Minami Shouji didn't know.
"This simulation is one wild ride."
He exhaled.
Soaking wet from earlier rain, his body felt colder. He curled up again, thinking deeply.
From overcoming emotional struggles—
To the ups and downs of studying abroad—
Now to Futaba's parents...
Minami Shouji felt the full weight of this simulation's difficulty.
But—
He had to keep going.
He read on.
[Even in your happiness, you didn't forget about Futaba's parents.]
[Though they were often away, they'd return someday.]
[When that day came, how would you explain your relationship to them?]
[That was a serious question.]
[Time passed.]
[You continued your happy daily life.]
[Futaba Rio reached greater heights in physics.]
[Her theories and papers were no longer student-level.]
[Her mentor arranged for her to skip grades and enter her third year.]
[You kept pace with her.]
[With your knowledge and successful media channels, you started a real online business that gained recognition even in Tokyo.]
[While Futaba studied, you—with Chisato and Takina—stepped into high society.]
[Your school achievements were top-tier. You jumped from year two to year four and began your master's program.]
[Everything was going as planned.]
[Until one day, Futaba Rio, worried, told you her parents were coming back to Japan.]
[Your peaceful life was about to face a storm.]
[Meeting her parents should've been good for you both.]
[But—would they accept Chisato and Takina too?]
[Just thinking about it left everyone silent.]
[In that silence, Chisato and Takina shared their thoughts.]
[They believed it was best not to confront her parents head-on. Instead, hide their relationship for now.]
[With your achievements, winning over Futaba's parents wouldn't be hard.]
[After that, you could gradually help them accept Chisato and Takina.]
"Honestly, Takina and I don't mind."
Sitting on the couch, Chisato smiled brightly. "What's most important is for Minami-kun to win over her parents. That's what matters now."
"But..."
Futaba Rio shook her head. "That's unfair to you and Takina."
They loved the same person. Why should Chisato and Takina back down?
She couldn't accept that.
But—
"No buts."
Chisato's smile faded. For once, she looked serious. "This is the best choice. We have to earn their approval first. I already talked to Takina about it—she agrees."
She looked at Takina Inoue.
Takina nodded.
She didn't speak, but Futaba Rio could feel her resolve.
Still, Futaba didn't want to give in.
Just like Chisato cared for her—
She didn't want Chisato to suffer either.
They stared at each other, silent.
Finally—
Both girls looked to Minami Shouji, who sat thinking.
They knew—
Their argument meant nothing.
The real decision was yours.
[They looked to you.]
[They still believed you'd choose the right path.]
[Not wanting to let them down, you decided—]
[Option 1: Follow Chisato and Takina's suggestion. Hide their presence for now. With your achievements, earning approval won't be hard. Later, reveal the truth.]
[Option 2: Just like Chisato and Takina care for you and Futaba, you won't hide the truth. Even if it's rejected, be honest from the start.]
[Option 3: Enough thinking! Seal the deal! They can't object once it's done.]
[Option 4: Simulate it yourself.]
"No need to even think."
Looking at the options, Minami Shouji didn't hesitate—his hand went straight to Option 2.
Hiding love for approval? That wasn't him.
Option 3 was clearly wrong—forcing the issue would just lead to rejection again, like in the second simulation.
So the choice was 1 or 2.
Option 1? He refused.
He loved Chisato and Takina.
No way he'd let them be treated unfairly.
As a man, he should stand in front of them—not hide behind them.
That's all.
"So even if Option 1's the 'right' one—I'll still choose Option 2."
Minami Shouji stared at the screen, waiting for the result.
He wouldn't hide his love.
[You never wanted Chisato and Takina to feel hurt.]
[You wouldn't be the kind of man who hides when it matters.]
[You chose to meet Futaba's parents and tell them the truth.]
[Then, wait for their answer.]
[Chisato and Takina couldn't understand your choice.]
[Why take a risky path when there was a safer one?]
[They wanted to stop you—]
[But said nothing.]
[They knew—once you made up your mind, you wouldn't change it.]
[All they could do was wait for her parents to return.]
[That day... wasn't far away.]
