Time Loop: Doing Whatever I Want

After May arrived, Makoto's team's filming progressed increasingly smoothly.

Not only because he took on many jobs, allowing others to focus better, but also because no one wanted the filming to drag on too long in the hot weather.

Not just the beauty-conscious girls couldn't stand the heat, the boys also couldn't endure it.

Makoto discussed it with Yukino and the others. After everyone agreed, he created a social media account online—"Supernatural Investigation Club."

Yukino initially wanted a more normal name, but after Makoto and Ichika—two "naming geniuses"—started messing around with ideas, she quickly agreed to keep the club name.

While everyone discussed the name, Itsuki stayed silent, quietly eating.

She was eating cookies made by Yukino herself.

Because Yukino brought snacks, Ichika and Itsuki were surprised to discover that this black-haired, straight-haired girl was not only good at studying but also excellent at cooking.

During this time, Makoto occasionally updated behind-the-scenes clips on the account.

Of course, Yukino and Itsuki didn't want to appear on camera much, so only he and Ichika frequently appeared.

After trying a promoted post, their account followers increased significantly, but aside from bot accounts, the real followers were mostly fans of him and Ichika.

Also CP (couple pairing) fans.

Makoto didn't realize that the first person stirring the CP hype on the club's account was actually Ichika's alternate account…

"No matter how you look at it, they're really compatible. Does anyone else feel the same?"

"I find their interactions really interesting, just like a real couple."

After Ichika "got involved personally" and started setting the tone, many fans in the comment section constantly shipped the CP.

When Makoto felt something was off, the timing, location, and people were all controlled by Ichika.

It's worth mentioning that recently Utaha had been chatting online with Makoto. She knew he was busy filming, so she hadn't come to disturb him offline.

But judging by her posts, Makoto guessed her patience was running out.

After all, she was eager to improve and was preparing her novel. All factors combined, if Makoto weren't really busy, she might have already visited.

Another afternoon of filming came, and Makoto's group was seriously preparing for shooting.

Today, they were filming the scene where Ichika's character, the granddaughter, swaps bodies with her grandmother, so the shooting location was chosen outdoors.

There were quite a few onlookers nearby, some of whom had come specifically after seeing it on the club's account.

Not far away, a black luxury car stopped.

The person getting out was Mrs. Yukinoshita.

Her driver stayed in the car. Today her husband was tied up with something and couldn't come, so she came by herself.

This was her first time visiting Makoto's filming site.

Before, she had asked others to keep an eye on it, but she had never come in person.

"These kids actually persisted, and Hayato has been coming every day to help. It seems they're not just fooling around."

Mrs. Yukinoshita walked forward with surprise. 

When she saw that quite a few people were watching and that they were excitedly discussing something, she decided to listen in first.

As she approached, the voice of a stout man could be heard: 

"Good morning. I know you don't believe what I'm saying, but I can guarantee that once the most leadership-driven boy starts talking, you'll immediately believe me and be determined to lose weight with me."

His friend obviously didn't believe him: "Stop joking, I know you well. You've been saying you want to lose weight for two years, but you never stick to it."

"This time I'm serious. Recently, whenever I have time, I come to watch these kids. 

Every time that boy encourages his friends, I get encouraged too. You might not know, but I've secretly been working out for a week now."

"Really that serious?" His friend wavered.

Mrs. Yukinoshita listened to their conversation and guessed the boy they were talking about was Makoto.

That kid, does he always encourage everyone before filming?

That fits my impression of how mature he is in his work.

Mrs. Yukinoshita smiled slightly.

She admired it, but didn't take their conversation too seriously.

After all, encouragement from youths like that wouldn't affect a mature woman who had experienced many storms like her.

That's what she thought.

Mrs. Yukinoshita didn't go over to disturb Makoto and the others, but just stood there looking around.

Then she heard many comments similar to those two just now.

"Whenever I'm in a bad mood, I come here. That boy's words are really powerful."

"Me too. Since being encouraged by him last time, I successfully got back my girlfriend."

"So everyone's the same? Indeed, the most powerful things in the world are human words and courage."

"Meow!"

Mrs. Yukinoshita was surprised to find that not only did these people highly praise Makoto, but there was even a chubby orange cat sitting on the ground, looking as if it were seriously waiting.

She observed for a while: the orange cat's fur was dirty, clearly a stray. It had some severe bald patches, probably from fights over territory.

Despite its scars, the orange cat sat obediently among the crowd, concentrating fully.

Like a loyal soldier waiting for the general's orders.

At this moment, Mrs. Yukinoshita heard an excited voice say, "It's starting, it's starting!"

She quickly turned her head.

At that moment, out of the corner of her eye, she caught sight of a familiar car parked by the roadside.

The front passenger window was rolled down, revealing Nakano Maruo's face.

Coincidentally, he looked over too. The two parents nodded to each other and then continued watching Makoto and the group.

"I still say this, everyone please remember: Even if we make mistakes or don't do some things well enough, please don't be afraid. 

If a person doesn't even have the courage to try to take the first step, then forget about crossing the ocean; they probably won't even have the courage to say goodbye to the shore…"

Under Makoto's steady voice, Nino's Gift completely enveloped everyone and every animal within range.

At first, Mrs. Yukinoshita just found the boy's speech interesting.

But as she listened, she felt as if a fire was kindling inside her chest.

Even she unconsciously straightened her slender waist, her gaze burning intensely.

After Makoto finished the "pre-match encouragement," many of the onlookers around Mrs. Yukinoshita also left.

"I've got the motivation to keep dieting again!"

"Let's go to the gym; it's time to change our out-of-shape bodies."

"I must study hard and get into Tokyo University."

"Meow meow meow!"

A group of very passionate people left with a cat firmly in tow.

Mrs. Yukinoshita held her chest. 

Unlike Yukino's thin but ample chest that rose and fell rapidly, her own heart clearly showed she was unsettled inside.

I haven't been caring enough about Yukino, and not direct enough. She must have had times when she quietly suffered alone these years, right?

Mrs. Yukinoshita sighed softly and made up her mind.

At least today, she should show more motherly love toward Yukino.

As she took out her phone and told the driver to buy gifts for the filming visit, on the other side, Nakano Maruo sitting in the car clenched his fist tightly.

"Many times I clearly could take the time to be with them, but I worry they'll be awkward seeing me, so I always hesitate."

Nakano Maruo muttered.

At this moment, his driver firmly said: "Mr. Nakano, you should seize this opportunity now to complete the filming with your children."

"Together?"

"Yes. As a parent, if you and your child complete something together — and it's something the child likes and takes seriously — that will deepen your father-daughter bond."

"I understand."

Nakano Maruo adjusted his glasses, opened the car door, and resolutely walked toward the filming location.

Both parents had decided to change themselves.

So when Makoto was ready to start filming, Nakano Maruo came in front of everyone.

"Dad?"

Not only did Ichika and Itsuki, who were in character, look surprised, but even Nino, who came to visit, stood up.

Nakano Maruo nodded to his daughters, then gently spoke to Makoto: "Is there anything I can do?"

Makoto was stunned. So you were eavesdropping all along?

Seeing Nakano Maruo's resolute aura, he knew Nakano Maruo had been "buffed" as well.

Nakano Maruo still spoke with an unusually gentle tone: 

"I was watching seriously just now and found you took on a lot of tasks alone. I know high schoolers have lots of energy, but I think I can help you with some of those things."

Then he looked at his daughters, who were completely stunned: "Besides, I want to complete something with my children."

Ichika and the others' expressions softened instantly, touched deeply.

It was the first time they saw their father express concern so directly.

Makoto had no reason to refuse: "Then please."

"That's what I should do." Nakano Maruo shook his head.

Behind the camera, Yukino watched this scene; her eyes flickered.

She could sense her own heart was envious.

Even if only for a moment.

But just as Makoto was teaching Nakano Maruo how to set up lighting, she heard a familiar voice behind her: "Yukino."

Yukino turned in surprise and saw Mrs. Yukinoshita smiling gently, unusually kind: "Go boldly. Do what you believe is right. Your father and I will definitely support you."

"Mother, how come you…"

Yukino's voice cut off abruptly.

She quickly turned and glanced at Makoto.

Did that guy secretly contact my mother?

If it wasn't him, how could my mother have specially come to see me?

Yukino took a deep breath, raised her head, and smiled beautifully and confidently: "I will do well."

Ichika continued to perform exceptionally today. 

In the story where grandmother and granddaughter exchange bodies, the surprise and excitement on her face were all perfectly portrayed.

Even onlooker Nino murmured: "No matter how you look at it, Ichika is a professional actress."

As the story's heroine, Ichika was undoubtedly the center of attention today.

At break time, Nakano Maruo chatted with his daughters, Mrs. Yukinoshita had the driver deliver the drinks and snacks she bought, and stayed with Yukino.

Makoto did not approach.

Although these two parents' visits today were pure coincidence, and being influenced by their buffs was an even bigger coincidence.

But he could see that whether it was Ichika and the others or Yukino, they were all very satisfied and happy at this moment.

So he simply stood under a tree alone, not disturbing anyone.

Soon, Yukino came over holding a bottle of juice.

"For you."

"Thanks. Why don't you keep chatting with Auntie? She looks in a good mood today."

Yukino didn't respond but smiled faintly, looking at Makoto as he twisted open the bottle cap and lowered his voice to say, "After filming ends, do you want to come to my place?"

Makoto paused mid-drink: "Aren't you going to eat with Auntie?"

Yukino said openly: "She hopes I do what I think is right. Coincidentally, I think what I'm doing now is right."

As she said this, her eyes gradually shimmered with a watery gleam.

Very beautiful, very cute.

Her gaze and tone revealed: I want to improve.

And on the path to improvement, she's even willing to let someone play with her leg.

Makoto held the juice and sincerely remarked, "Bro, you smell really good today."

Yukino: "…"

Suddenly didn't want to invite him to her place anymore.

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