Because of the connection of the senses together. Kurumi and Ryota's confession process is just torture for Ryota!
Seeing himself speak chuunibyo, he felt ashamed to see black history firsthand.
More importantly, under Kurumi's surgery, he had also experienced the experience of hugging himself, rubbing himself, and being touched by his own head… What a crime!
Just when Ryota couldn't take it anymore.
The memory is finally spinning.
Here are snippets of life.
Ryota can see the process of growing feelings. Perhaps considering that Kurumi was a bit lonely living alone, Ryota proposed that she move into the Shirogane house.
Kurumi agreed without much hesitation.
Compared to staying at home alone and relying on convenience stores, takeaways, etc. to make ends meet, even if she wanted to celebrate the holidays, she just went out to have a big meal alone, and she didn't even have anyone to talk to... The Shirogane family treated her well and really feels like home.
Shirogane's somewhat incomprehensible father also treated her as his daughter.
Kurumi really enjoyed living here. The only thing that didn't go well... maybe Shirogane Kei didn't welcome her one bit.
The relationship between the two is quite good. But, ever since she was in a relationship with Ryota, Kei has been secretly changing her attitude towards her.
Kurumi could see that this adopted sister had a crush on Ryota, so Kei instinctively rejected her rival's love.
She didn't have a good way of dealing with a problem like this.
She can't share her boyfriend, can she?
It can only be resolved by time.
Fortunately, Kei is very sensitive, and she doesn't make a sound, and she also maintains the courtesy of a sister like a sister.
During this period, Kei and Hayasaka were in the same situation.
Only then did Kurumi notice that there were a lot of people staring at Ryota.
Kei and Hayasaka form an alliance, and begin to initiate a relationship with her.
She could see that the two of them seemed to have the intention of learning some secrets from her, and they would observe her behavior and speech from time to time.
She guessed the two wanted to wait until the time was right to catch the man.
Hehe... Too bad they lost at the starting line.
Kurumi didn't take the two of them seriously, but at the same time took the opportunity to promote their relationship generously.
After a long time, not only did she and Kei completely defuse the atmosphere of confrontation, but also made her sincerely accept her as a family member.
Moreover, even Hayasaka had formed a deep friendship with her.
Suddenly, there are two more best friends. Kurumi felt that this was truly something to celebrate.
Of course, getting too close has its drawbacks.
For example, when she saw Hayasaka and Kei trapped in love, she couldn't stand it.
It even happened several times...
Kurumi could only force herself to be ruthless.
The other side.
Seeing these clips, Ryota felt a strange feeling in his heart.
He didn't know what kind of story happened to Kei and Hayasaka in this world, which caused them to have strong affection for him.
Compared to Hayasaka and Kei in their own world, this similar outcome felt like a fated fate.
Of course.
There were also fragments of memories that caused him great pain.
For example...
"Ryota, I want to hear that vow again, can you swear in my left eye again?"
"Didn't we just come here the day before yesterday?"
"But I want to hear it again."
"Next time, next time for sure."
"Ryota, you've changed, you weren't like this before, so love will disappear, right?"
"…I, the Demon Lord, now swear to the Spirit of Time that I will love her until the end of time..."
"Ah, are you really obedient? I'm actually kidding."
"...Kurumi, stick your head here, I'll add a stun buff for you today!"
"Ah...don't...don't be so rude...it's so big...I can't breathe..."
"Shut up! Dad and Kei are at home, why are you shouting...!?"
...
"Ryota, next time we go to get rid of ghosts together, you can wear this outfit, I made it just for you."
Kurumi gave Ryota a set of tight clothes with a cape, jet black, and various military accessories.
The corner of Ryota's mouth twitched: "Just kill me!"
"How could I kill you… Really, even if it's a joke, please don't say such things." Kurumi urged: "Come on, try it first, if it's the wrong size, I'll adjust it for you."
"Do you think I can wear it or not?"
"Ryota, you have changed, you weren't like this before."
"People will change, how can I be an exception?"
"But you said you would tolerate everything about me."
"I'm tolerant. Do you think I mind you wearing an eyepatch? Do I mind if you just wear clothes? Mind you don't talk about people… Cough cough, in short, I silently forgive you."
"Ryota, when you slept with Ming Hong last time, you secretly touched his butt..."
"Bring! I'll put it on! Put it on immediately!"
...
"Kurumi, why do I feel like you've been targeting me lately?"
"Ah, it's your illusion. It wasn't aimed at me. I just… just wanted to bully you."
"Then can I bully you too?"
"You want to commit domestic violence? Bastard."
"..."
...
"Ryota, you can talk now! Ming Hong can talk now!"
"How do you know? Didn't she just say it the day before yesterday?"
"Haaaah..."
"What's the use of sighing? Let the happiness pass you by."
"It's hard to learn a language. I could tell what she was thinking with a wave of her hand. In the end… all her hard work went to waste."
"This is really hard work for you. You were just with her. How about I redeem it?"
"Good!"
Kurumi immediately handed over a piece of paper: "I designed a new name and spell for your move, can you scream during your fight next time?"
"...Are you tricking me again?"
"Ummmm..."
"Okay, bring it here and show me, I really admire you!"
"Ryota is really nice to me."
...
Ryota feels that he is not well. Due to the same perception, he seemed to be teasing himself, and was eating dog food himself.
Of course, the two are not always compatible.
There are also times when conflicts arise.
...
"What are you doing!" Ryota shouted, "Why did you block the rampant [Meme] level ghost head-on!? How many times is this!!"
"But..." Kurumi said in a very low voice: "There were a lot of people there..."
"Save people and do what you can!"
"I can't do it alone..."
"Um?"
"Don't be angry, Ryota, I made a mistake."
Seeing Ryota so angry, Kurumi hastily comforted him:
"Don't worry, aren't you here? The fifth bridge can completely suppress the rampage of [Meme] level ghosts, you will protect me, right?"
"What if? What if there is an accident?"
"Excuse me..."
"You... Forget it, don't take it as an example, do you hear me?"
Ryota sighed lightly and said: "Kurumi, why are you so obsessed with saving others? I'm not saying that this kind of behavior is bad, it's just... You have to consider your own safety first, right? You're not like a chuunibyou."
"You actually said that I have chuunibyou, this is unforgivable!"
"Yes?"
Ryota immediately hit her and hummed heavily:
"You have to tell me the reason, right?"
"..."
After a moment of silence, Kurumi said: "It's not something to hide…but, now that I've said it, you can't laugh at me!"
"Do you think I want to laugh now?"
"I know, don't look at me like that..."
Kurumi took a deep breath and said: "My parents died in a supernatural event."
"It turned out like this..."
Ryota was stunned.
Kurumi's parents had died, of course she knew. Because he was afraid of reminding the girl of sad things, he never asked about her specific situation.
"Sorry, I..."
"No need to apologize, it's been ten years, I'm fine."
Kurumi waved her hand and continued: "Because I have lost my family, I know how much pain this kind of thing can cause someone. It's kind of..."
She hesitated, and suddenly didn't know what word to use to describe it.
"Who told you to drop out of school, you don't study hard, are you lost for words?"
Ryota said helplessly: "You are so sad, you can't cry, you are heartbroken, your heart is broken... right?"
"Yes! That's the feeling."
Since Ryota summed it up so well, Kurumi didn't bother him to mention his black history of dropping out of school.
She showed a serious expression and said: "Since I know how uncomfortable it is, I will try my best to prevent this tragedy from happening again! I want to save all the ordinary people who are suffering from the hands of ghosts, and prevent a situation like mine from happening again. "
"..."
Ryota originally wanted to persuade Kurumi not to work so hard. But after hearing these kinds of words, he didn't know how to persuade her for a while.
Can only say: "I support your idea, but... you also pay attention to your own life, you are not alone now."
"Ah, Ryota, you wouldn't be jealous, would you?"
"..."
"Uh... I was just kidding, don't raise your hand with the sword, it's my fault, don't hit my head... Huh?"
Kurumi felt no pain, opened her eyes and looked up. It turned out that after Ryota's sword touched her head, it turned into a caress.
"It's too hard for you to bear such a heavy desire."
Ryota's tone was a bit harsh: "Rely on me more in the future, you idiot, don't get tired."
"Um..."
The harsh tone mixed with worry made Kurumi feel her nose hurt. She nodded heavily and said: "I will."
...
Maybe I'm used to it.
Even if Kurumi's body was touched by himself, Ryota didn't feel anything wrong now.
Habits are terrible things...
The scene changes again.
The Shirogane family gathered and started talking about his marriage to Kurumi.
Although this is expected to happen.
But... Looking at the people communicating through Kurumi's eyes, Ryota still found it incredible.
Marry...
There was always a sense of unreality in his heart. However, Kurumi's mood was conveyed to him, which made him feel very real.
For a moment, conflicting emotions intertwined, making him slightly confused.
"The time is set after the other shore." Shirogane's Papa decided.
"Get married…" Miyuki looked a little gloomy, "After marriage, Nii-san and Kurumi will be moving…"
"Why, are you reluctant to part with me?" Ryota patted his brother on the shoulder "Don't worry, even if I move to a new house, you can come and cook for us anytime."
"Please do this kind of thing yourself!" Miyuki complained loudly.
A rare sentimentality faltered at Ryota's words.
Ryota smiled, then looked at Kurumi, and said softly: "I can't wait to see you in your wedding dress."
"Hmm..." Kurumi's cheeks were slightly red.
"Ryota, I'm hungry."
At this time, Ming Hong who was at the side suddenly tugged at Ryota's sleeve: "Eat."
"It's not time for dinner yet."
"I am hungry."
"We're discussing various matters, just be patient for a bit, okay?"
"I am hungry."
"Okay, okay, I'll do it for you now."
Ryota stood up.
"You love her too much!" Kurumi felt a little worried.
Ming Hong had grown taller and taller, and now she could barely be called a little girl. And her closeness with Ryota makes her a real girlfriend a little jealous.
The point is that she still can't stop it. Because the two of them had made a contract in the most intimate way, heart to heart...
Forget it, she's going to marry Ryota, what's the point of being jealous?
Soon, Shirogane Papa and Miyuki's were discussing the details of the wedding very actively. Only Kei remained silent and seemed to be in a bad mood, before the discussion was over she walked out.
The other side.
Ryota in Kurumi's body found that his field of vision had changed again.
It seems to be a private space for singing. He saw Hayasaka and Kei.
It seemed like Kurumi was having a party with them. The bad mood was vented in singing. The sound of crying continued all night.
Ryota watched the cathartic scene of the two, and sighed softly.
Perhaps, he should make changes in his own world...
...
Ryota watched the memory fragments appear, stage and disappear one by one.
Even though he didn't know the exact time, but he could instinctively judge that Kurumi and he had long passed since they met.
The proof was that he had arrived at the Fifth Bridge, and together with Kurumi, had almost annihilated the [Meme] level ghosts that existed in this world.
Memory screen changes.
It's New Year's Eve again.
Ryota and Kurumi went to pay their respects to Kurumi's parents.
Standing in front of the tombstone, Kurumi whispered about her upcoming wedding. Sharing bit by bit her meeting with Ryota.
As she spoke, moisture appeared in the corners of her eyes.
Ryota quickly reached out his hand to help her wipe it off, and comforted her gently.
Kurumi shook her head: "I'm not sad, I'm happy. And..."
Her eyes lit up, like an excited child, sharing her joy:
"After absorbing so much ghost soul power, I have accumulated sufficient strength. I will save Mother and Father and attend our wedding."
"...What did you say?"
Ryota was dumbfounded, and reached out to touch Kurumi's forehead.
As if suspecting she had a fever.
"I'm fine... Sorry, I didn't tell you because I wanted to surprise you."
Kurumi said excitedly: "Don't you wonder why I always want to kill ghosts? There are actually two reasons, one of which I have already told you, I want to save the people involved in the disaster from these monsters. As for other purposes…"
He removed the blindfold over her left eye, revealing a golden hour eye:
"This eye can store soul power."
"Store soul power?"
"Yes, but there is a limit. It must be pure soul power, and can't carry a personal soul, otherwise...you are my treasure."
Kurumi smiled lightly, then continued: "Once the ghosts are eliminated, the purest soul power will be released. I have absorbed this power. They can be directly converted into my own soul power and stored in these eyes."
"Absorb the power of the ghost soul... what do you want to do?"
Ryota asked a little nervously. Suddenly a bad feeling rose in his heart.
Just hearing Kurumi reply: "Of course to go back in time and save Mother and Father."
"..."
Ryota froze in place.
The desire to turn back time... so as to form rules that can manipulate time?
The worst has happened!
"No!"
He suddenly grabbed Kurumi's shoulder and said very seriously: "Of course you can't do this!"
"What is it ..."
Ryota's overreaction took Kurumi by surprise.
"Are you an idiot?" Ryota said, "Have you ever thought about the consequences of traveling through time? How to solve the time paradox? How to deal with the butterfly effect? The past has changed, and our present may disappear!"
"So you worry about this kind of thing."
Kurumi comforted gently: "Don't worry, I have thought about this kind of matter for a long time and made a plan accordingly. I'll go back in time to save Mother and Father first, then stop their time so they can't interfere with history at all for another ten years. In this way, there will be no time paradox, butterfly effect and other factors. When I release them ten years later, they will be resurrected to the present with the posture of ten years ago. "
"..."
Ryota was silent for a while, as if digesting the information. Then he shook his head:
"What you said is too theoretical ... No, it is idealized. Any error in the actual process can cause changes in history, and it is uncertain whether it will work. Perhaps after you do this, only a parallel world will form, which will not help you in this world. "
"Even if it's a parallel world, I want them to survive!"
Kurumi suddenly shouted in a louder voice.
Ryota's real resistance made her suffer a lot.
He was clearly her lover, why didn't he stand by her at a critical moment?
She has been accumulating longing for ten years, and she is only one step away from success. How can she give up just by saying give up!
"But..." Ryota seriously warned: "If you do this, you can change history and make us strangers! Did you really consider the consequences?"
"I won't make a mistake," Kurumi pleaded "Ryota, trust me."
"...No, calm down."
Ryota softened his attitude when he saw that Kurumi would not accept difficult things, and persuaded: "Didn't Father tell us that we should learn to accept things that cannot be changed?"
"But this is not something that cannot be changed. I can change it. My domain was born to do this."
Kurumi showed an unusual stubbornness.
"You..."
Ryota looked at Kurumi.
The two stared at each other for a few minutes without blinking.
They stare at each other.
Finally.
Kurumi's unwavering eyes made Ryota's heart soften.
"Why are you so stubborn..." Ryota sighed lightly.
"You agree?" Kurumi asked in surprise.
"If I don't agree, why don't you do it?" Ryota rolled his eyes "Really… Please think for me, if history changes, we can..."
"No, trust me."
Kurumi took Ryota's hand, smiled and said: "It's a complete wedding if both of our parents come to the wedding."
"You forgot about it."
Ryota poured Kurumi into his arms, and said helplessly:
"Worrying wife, is it too late for us to break up?"
"Break up... Ah, it's too late, you have to marry me."
"Yes yes yes, marry you."
Ryota brushed Kurumi's hair: "Remember to leave and come back quickly, don't miss the wedding."
"Um,"
Kurumi buried her head in his arms, enjoying the moment of calm: "Wait for me to come back."