Good heavens!
At this moment, Izumi Chihiro felt a strong sense of threat.
Who knew when Eriri would use moral blackmail to cause him trouble?
Backed by countless fans, she had nothing to fear!
Doing too much evil would eventually lead to a backlash.
He had already understood this principle before.
However, his path would still be walked steadfastly; he would absolutely not waver from his principles!
Only after experiencing despair could everyone be healed.
...
Time had already reached late autumn; fallen leaves on the streets grew increasingly abundant, and occasionally, walking through an intersection, one could see the vibrant red maple leaves in their beautiful demise.
Unfortunately, he didn't have time to stop and admire such scenery, as he had more important work to complete.
puella magi madoka magica Volume 4, the corresponding plot development wasn't extensive, so he planned to focus on describing Homura Akemi's multiple time loop experiences, rather than simplifying them as in the anime due to length constraints.
Homura Akemi's character development would go from almost non-existent to excellent, allowing readers to deeply feel her past hardships and also discover, through the text, Homura Akemi's constantly changing and conflicted psyche in order to protect Madoka...
"Winter is coming again... my most hated season!"
Beside him, Eriri's gritted-teeth voice came.
Every winter was a test for the delicate and frail girl.
As someone with the title of 'Shimamura Middle School's Jade Maiden,' she could already imagine how people would refer to her with that nickname when she was absent.
It was truly frustrating!
"How about doing more physical exercise? Strengthen your physique, boost your immune system, and naturally, the chances of catching a cold will decrease."
Izumi Chihiro brought up this age-old problem.
"It's no use! You know my body, don't you? The doctor has already said it might take another year or two for it to truly get better... Doing physical activities won't have much effect for now; in fact, it might even increase the burden on my body."
Eriri said with a look of resentment.
"Sigh…"
He just sighed and said nothing more.
It seemed that the childhood friend wouldn't be able to shake off the title of Shimamura Middle School's Jade Maiden.
She could only wait until high school to wash away this shame.
"By the way, Chihiro, are you very familiar with Senju Muramasa?"
Eriri's gaze shifted.
"Huh? Why are you suddenly asking that question?"
Izumi Chihiro met her eyes, looking puzzled.
"Oh, nothing, just a bit strange. I felt like you seemed to know Muramasa-sensei very well when we chatted before, and I see you're also in the same light novel imprint, right...?"
Eriri's words carried an implication.
"Very familiar? Not really, just moderately so."
Izumi Chihiro thought for a moment and said, "I'm actually more familiar with Kani Nayuta."
"Eh!?"
Eriri's attention was instantly diverted by this sentence.
Her gaze was urgent as she waited for him to continue.
"Nayuta is actually that junior, and because she dropped out of school and stayed at home, I introduced Ms. Sonoko to her. I never expected her to achieve such success…"
"What did you say?!"
Eriri's face showed even greater shock.
"You're saying Teacher Kani is that girl? There's even that kind of connection!"
Although she had never met the rumored junior, she was quite familiar with Kani Nayuta's works. She had carefully collected all six volumes of silver season in the most prominent spot on her bookshelf.
She had previously thought that Kani Nayuta would be a literary woman over thirty, because the emotions written in it were so profound, making it seem impossible to write without sufficient literary cultivation.
But she never expected Teacher Ke'er to be a girl her age.
"I see. When you recommended Teacher Kani before, you referred to her as a 'junior.' So it wasn't just about her entering the industry after you, but also this aspect."
In an instant, many clues linked together in her mind.
"So, doesn't that mean Teacher Kani is much more talented than you, Chihiro? As far as I know, the sales of silver season completely surpass all of your works, don't they?!"
Eriri's smile became radiant.
She felt she had found another thing to tease him with.
"Of course."
Unexpectedly, Izumi Chihiro admitted it so readily.
How boring!
Eriri's smile instantly crumbled.
She didn't expect him to have no psychological burden at all!
She had thought he would be unconvinced…
Then, she could use sales figures to prove her point and mock him.
But if it was like this, she wouldn't find it fun.
As she smiled, she also felt something was off.
Not only did he help her once, but he even saw it through to the end. This was far too much emphasis!
Could it be that this guy, Chihiro, was lusting after her body?
She heard that that junior was isolated precisely because of her pretty appearance.
Her gaze underwent a strange change, even carrying a hint of disdain.
She originally thought he was being benevolent, but it turns out he had ill intentions!
"Eriri, I always feel like your expression is a bit strange."
Izumi Chihiro noticed the change in her demeanor.
"It's nothing."
Eriri raised an eyebrow.
Full of arrogance and disdain!
"Still saying it's nothing? Could it be you're plotting something mischievous again?"
Izumi Chihiro expressed disbelief.
"Plotting something mischievous? I think it's you, this guy! You help her just because she's pretty. You definitely have ulterior motives!"
Eriri quickly exposed her true thoughts.
"Huh? Is that how I am in Eriri's eyes?!"
He looked astonished.
"Aside from thinking about these things, why else would you boys help such a cute girl?"
Eriri said, looking askance.
"Eriri, I think you've drawn too many doujinshi; these are the only things left in your mind."
Izumi Chihiro sneered.
"I… I'm not blaming you. I'm saying it's normal for boys in puberty to have these thoughts. There's no need to be so bothered."
Feeling she had said too much, Eriri softened a little.
Isn't this just making it worse?!
His expression changed again.
"I just happened to meet someone worth helping… Does that mean I help Eriri because you're cute too?"
Izumi Chihiro could only retort.
"Can that be the same? We're childhood friends…"
Eriri mumbled softly.
The length of time signifies the depth of the relationship!
How could anyone else compare to her?
"The train has arrived at the station."
Suddenly, she looked up.
"Mm."
Izumi Chihiro nodded and stood up.
Their conversation was thus interrupted.
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Bro, the official Release That Witch anime trailer just dropped! The characters are based on the novel version — adding this here for those who don't know.