Chiba Salted Fish Legend

Chapter 190

It was another normal day, but for the fact that it was Wednesday again in the blink of an eye, Xia Zhi still felt that the passage of time was really emotional.It was so quiet for half a semester. Xia Zhi even thought that the school trip happened just a few days ago.

I have to say, this is the same as the exam tomorrow, and thinking about it today, it seems to be not long before the start of school.But time will not go back because of your feelings, even if it seems like yesterday, it is just as if.

The moment before walking out of the classroom door, Natsuki finally remembered that she had to say hello to Shiraishi Reika before leaving yesterday, so she turned to look at Shiraishi Reika who was sorting out her belongings. The other person was worrying at the moment. What should I do with this slightly larger lunch box, because I brought it here in a handbag before, and that handbag is now at home...

It would have been nice if Xia Zhijun had said it in advance...

With such thoughts in his mind, he unconsciously raised his head and looked towards Xia Zhi's position, but Xia Zhi, who should have appeared outside the school, was still standing at the door looking towards him.Shiraishi Rika was stunned for a moment, and before she could realize what happened, she saw Xia Zhi wave to her and then leave as fast as the wind again.

Xia Zhijun, are you...saying goodbye to me?
The slight dissatisfaction that had just arisen suddenly dissipated like clouds of smoke, and he waved to Xia Zhi's leaving figure.When Ryoko Yamamoto saw Rika Shiraishi waving towards the door, she turned to look at the door of the classroom, and Natsuki was gone.

As if sighing helplessly, Yamamoto Ryoko urged Shiraishi Rika to quickly pack up her belongings.

As for Xia Zhi, he just walked out of the school gate and saw someone he shouldn't have seen.

"Good afternoon, Xia Zhi."

Tachibana Aya stood not far from the school gate and greeted him. Xia Zhi had to suspect that he was hallucinating. He rubbed his eyes and took a closer look. Tachibana Aya was still standing there fine.

Xia Zhi walked over, full of doubts.

"Why are you here? Aren't you supposed to be at school?"

"Well, before the last class, I told our teacher that I felt a little uncomfortable, and then she quickly asked me to go to the infirmary to rest. I thought, it's the last class anyway, so I might as well just Just climb over the wall and come out of the school where there is no surveillance."

Tachibana Aya looked like she was extremely smart, which made Natsumi's head grow bigger.

"What did you say you should be a good child in school?"

"So I'm not in school right now?" Li Huacai asked back, and Xia Zhi still couldn't refute.

There's really nothing wrong with her. She's not in school now.So it’s not like she can do whatever she wants?
"So you just came to my school gate to wait for me?"

"How is it possible? Even Xia Zhi, you think too highly of yourself." Tachibana Aya stretched out a finger and shook it from side to side: "I first went to the gift shop not far from the school to browse for a while and give Xiaoyao I bought a birthday gift, and when I came out, it was about 10 minutes before you got out of school in the afternoon, and the gift shop wasn’t too far from here, so I just came over and went with you.”

Tachibana Aya pointed to her handbag on the ground. There was indeed a beautifully wrapped gift box inside.Xia Zhi felt that he had a toothache because he had not prepared any gifts.

No, Tachibana Aya, who is very perceptive, saw Xia Zhi’s expression and pretended to be calm and said, “Is it possible that you didn’t prepare a gift?”

The corner of Xia Zhi's mouth twitched and he said harshly: "I was planning to buy it while I was on the street and then go there. How could I forget something as important as a birthday gift?"

As he spoke, Xia Zhi recalled that there was a shop on that street that sold items that could be used as gifts, but he couldn't think of it after much thought.Most of the streets on that street are food stores and convenience stores, and there are no gift shops, so after all, I still have to take a detour.

Moreover, if Li Huacai hadn't come here with this gift, Xia Zhi might have forgotten about it.

It's really great that Tachibana Aya came here.Xia Zhi thought sincerely.

"Is there anything for sale on that street that can be used as a gift?" Tachibana Aya tilted her head and thought for a while.

"You'll know when the time comes. Even if it doesn't, there's always something if you take a little detour."

Because an extra birthday gift shopping trip appeared out of thin air, and there seemed to be not enough time. Natsuki urged Tachibana Aya to follow, and then walked towards his original goal.Although Natsuki doesn't walk very slowly, Tachibana Aya can easily follow him with her handbag in hand. The reason is... does it count if she has long legs and walks fast?
Along the way, Xia Zhi didn't see any suitable gift shops.Although there are indeed many shops, they all sell food and beverages, such as crepes, milk tea, etc. Do you think it’s appropriate to bring food and drink to someone’s birthday as a birthday gift?I need to find something more memorable.

Along the way, he looked left and right, ignoring Tachibana Aya's mouth that couldn't stop opening his mouth. Xia Zhi hoped that there would be more shops on this street that he had not seen often. It would be best if Or a boutique that sells pretty, or cute items.

But Xia Zhi is destined to be disappointed. Although there seems to be no planning here, this street is completely built in the style of a food street. You can eat or drink along the way.Just when Xia Zhi was about to find a side road to take a look elsewhere, Xia Zhi suddenly saw a relatively familiar store.

"Huh? Why did you stop suddenly..." Aya Tachibana looked in the direction of Natsuki's eyes: "The bookstore seems to be pretty good too. But there don't seem to be any interesting new books recently, right? At least I'm familiar with the light ones. No fiction writers have new releases."

The familiar writers Tachibana mentioned are probably those who are well-known in the industry, or writers whose works can really catch her Tachibana's eyes.After all, she herself is a giant in the industry.

"Go and see first, if it's really not there, I still have a big move that I can use." Xia Zhi said.

If possible, Xia Zhi really doesn't want to use this ultimate move...

Natsuki walked in with Tachibana Aya. The recommended books placed in the most conspicuous position were all the works of Tachibana Aya.Natsuki glanced at Aya Tachibana who had followed him in, but Aya Tachibana directly passed the recommendation position and started shopping in the bookstore.

Although as the author of these books, Tachibana Aya naturally knew what was written in them, but Xia Zhi was still a little surprised by his complete disregard for the books he put on the recommendation list.Even if you are a best-selling author, you will still take a few more glances when you see your work placed in such a conspicuous position, right?After all, you created it with your own hands, so even if you don’t show it, you’ll still feel quite happy, right?

But Tachibana Aya seems to have no similar thoughts at all.

The bookstore is not big, and you can browse through the so-called bookshelves in a few minutes, but most of them are light novels and the like.There are familiar faces that Xia Zhi often sees and have been adapted into anime, and there are also stories that he has never heard of.But most of this is not in line with my inner expectations.

To be honest, Xia Zhi wanted to find some more interesting books, such as Aesop's fables, but such books were probably too common and were not available in this bookstore.The same goes for Grimm’s Fairy Tales, and the same goes for One Thousand and One Nights.

In addition, there are many other books on display here, but Xia Zhi doesn't know Xiaoyao's preferences for books, so it's a bit difficult to start with.Xia Zhi thought about it, and finally decided to use the last resort.

"Xia Zhi, why don't you just go shopping elsewhere? There doesn't seem to be any books suitable for Xiaoyao to read here." Tachibana Aya suggested.

"No need." Xia Zhi walked to the recommended books, picked up two of the more interesting books according to his own memory, and then went to the cashier to check out.

"Are you giving this to Xiaoyao as a birthday present...I'm not boasting, I think the store manager should at least have one at home."

It's really narcissistic without any pretense.However, Xia Zhi also felt that what she said was probably true, after all, the novel she wrote by Tachibana Aya was indeed very exciting.But Xia Zhi wanted more than that.

After checking out, Natsuki took Tachibana Aya outside the bookstore.Holding two books in one hand, he fumbled in the bag with the other hand. Under Tachibana's confused eyes, he took out a pen and handed it to Tachibana.

"what?"

"sign."

Tachibana Aya casually wrote her name.Xia Zhi's face turned dark when he saw the name of the chic and elegant Tachibana on the page.

"I asked you to sign a pen name and you signed your real name for me?"

This book probably couldn't be delivered, Xia Zhi put it in his bag.

"What are you signing for...will it still be a book if you sign it again?"

"Ryo Takezuki, the super-popular light novel author who never attends public events, if I get her autograph, do you think my gift is considered thoughtful?"

"Well... if you don't know the truth." Tachibana Aya blinked: "You are really cunning."

"Stop talking nonsense. If it weren't for time, I wouldn't want to use this method."

"Now that it's like this, I might as well write the congratulations."

Happy birthday to you.

To Xiaoyao.

The bamboo moon is cool.

It's unnecessary.Xia Zhi rolled his eyes, but he wouldn't stop her. Anyway, he wouldn't ask for money to write more words.

"I suddenly remembered... If this all works, then I can give books I wrote to people on their birthdays in the future! This can save a lot of money." Tachibana Aya said with a small calculation.

"Oh, by the way." Tachibana Aya turned to Natsuki and said, "My signature is very expensive, how do you want to repay me?"

"……What do you want?"

"Bring me a nice meal?"

"tell you later."

Natsuki took the book signed by Aya Tachibana and walked towards the coffee shop first.

"Hey, wait for me."

Tachibana Aya picked up her handbag and hurriedly followed.

　I almost forgot...but luckily I remembered it again.

　　I fell out of rank after 8 games in a row... Oh my god

　　
　
(End of this chapter)