running boy

(It seems that nothing has changed since the relationship.)

The weather is getting colder, and the roadside scenery is already a bit chilling.

Ushishima Ruori and Tsukishima Kaoru walked side by side.

Tsukishima Kaoru looked down at the two holding hands.

(Changes, there are still.)

(In the past, when I saw Ruoli in a daze and was discovered, I could only turn my eyes away with guilt, but now I can boldly go up to him and give him a hug.)

(We used to be "Niu Dao" and "Yue Dao", but now we are "Joli" and "Xun".)

But thinking that all of this was done on his own initiative, Kaoru Tsukishima suddenly had a toothache.

(Also, others have already asked "Can I call you Ruoli in the future", shouldn't a normal person's reaction be - "Then I will call you Xun from now on"?)

("Yeah, okay." What's going on? What's going on?!)

She felt that if she didn't take the initiative, the two of them would probably call each other "Niu Dao" and "Moon Island" forever.

(No, it won't last forever, maybe after getting married and changing their surnames, they will have to call each other's names to show the difference...)

She complained in her heart.

Then he was stunned and suddenly realized that he was thinking about getting married just now...

Thinking of how she was "proposed" on her own initiative, she looked up at the upright Ushishima Wakari next to her.

(It was definitely taken away by Ruo Li.)

(I really doubt that this guy is natural black...)

The two of them had a match and occasionally said a word or two.

Suddenly remembered what I saw today.Kaoru Tsukishima said, "Jori, the first grade called Five Color Workers is very interesting." 』

Niu Dao Ruoli paused, and replied, "Yes." 』

Sensing the hesitation at that moment, Tsukishima looked at him, "? 』

"Actually," Ushishima Ruori hesitated a little, "I'm not very good at dealing with five colors. 』

Kaoru Tsukishima suddenly realized that this seemed to be the first time he saw him like this, and it was also the first time he talked about this kind of topic.With some curiosity, she looked at Niu Dao expectantly.

"The five colors sometimes have a strong sense of competition, and I'm a bit hard at it. "[1]

oh.Tsukishima understood immediately.

According to her observation, Five Color Workers should actually yearn for Ushido very much, but the way the passionate young man expresses his longing for is also very strange—he just likes to provoke him from time to time.

(Isn’t trash talking generally supposed to happen between the enemy and us? I really don’t understand these hot-blooded teenagers, Ruoli is on the same team and is a senior...)

"I don't feel offended myself, but my response seems to often irritate him—in fact, it's not just him..." Once he spoke, Ushishima no longer hesitated, and said without waiting for Tsukishima's response go down.

(Wow, that's rare, Ruoli said it all by himself.)

(Also, it's rare to see Ruo Li sometimes confused and troubled.)

Tsukishima felt a sudden realization.

In fact, what a matter of course, people must have some troubles and troubles when they live in the world, even Udo is no exception. [2]

And he doesn't seem to be troubled, not because he doesn't get confused and troubled, but because he doesn't like to show it in front of others.

Tsukishima was startled suddenly.

Looking at Ushijima Wakari, who was hesitant at first, but is now concentrating on talking about her troubles, her heart suddenly softened.

(For Ruoli, this is probably the change after dating.)

It's not a change of address, or getting closer, or something superficial like that.

Communication is more important to him.

After dating, Tsukishima Kaoru is no longer "others".It is the "insider" who can expose his unwillingness to show others, and perhaps has a weak side.

It should have been thought of a long time ago, right? For Ushishima Ruori, communication is not frivolous, a relationship that can start and end at will, but a solemn trust and commitment to each other.

The two of them seemed to be playing games at first, but he must have thought about it seriously before that.

At this moment, Kaoru Tsukishima felt the weight of trust and dependence—although it was only a small, insignificant little bit of dependence.but it makes me feel happy

(But in fact, I concealed and deceived him...)

At this time, a dark thought popped up inappropriately, and Kaoru Tsukishima quickly withdrew his thoughts.

"So, Ruoli, how do you usually deal with similar things? 』

"There are two situations. 』

(Oh, very organized. Sure enough, I am very concerned about this matter, and have prepared countermeasures in private.)

Tsukishima Kaoru secretly smiled.

"If it's a stronger opponent, I'll say "Come on.""

(It’s actually not bad to say that? It’s quite in line with Ruoli’s magnanimous character.)

But thinking about the other party's iceberg face, Tsukishima is a little unsure again, does it sound like a sarcasm?

"Too weak, I will explain to them the gap between us and why they can't beat me. 』

Tsukishima remained expressionless, "Jori, in this case, just say "Come on". 』

Ushido looked at her.

It seems that his face is expressionless, but Tsukishima Kaoru can understand what he is thinking at a glance as usual——

"Explain." was clearly written on that face. 』

So Tsukishima started talking nonsense seriously, "It's too weak to be possible now, so we need to work harder."So just go ahead. 』

Ushido still looked at him.

This time it was written on his face, "Tell the truth. 』

Tsukishima also looked at him.

"..." Is there anything wrong?

"..." Isn't it good to give people false confidence?

"..." Believe me, this is better.

"……I see. 』Finally, Ushijima compromised.

Tsukishima thought about it again, and said euphemistically, "In the first case, just simply say cheers, isn't it too simple?"Let others feel that you are perfunctory and underestimated each other?Maybe try saying you're looking forward to it, or something? 』

This time, Niu Dao accepted the statement quite smoothly.

Tsukishima was suddenly very happy.

I feel that I know Ushishima Wakali a little better, and I feel that I am special to him.

(Probably... now is a good time to ask him?)

The two walked in silence for a while.

"Ruoli", she asked suddenly, "You have always been very dedicated and serious in doing things, right? 』

"Aren't you... not afraid? ’ she asked softly.

"Like volleyball, now we all know that you are talented and you will succeed. 』

"But when you first started, did you ever feel afraid, what if you don't have talent?What if I can’t succeed…”

She heard her own voice softly and felt her heart pounding.

It was as if everything had quieted down, waiting intently for the answer.

"I haven't thought about it. 』

As if sensing Kaoru Tsukishima's cautiousness, Ushishima Wakari stopped, looked at Kaoru Tsukishima and said seriously:

"I haven't thought about what to do if I don't succeed, what to do if I don't have talent. 』

"The reason why I put in all my strength is because I don't want to have the opportunity to regret and doubt in the future. If I don't do my best, I may regret that if I work harder, the result will be different in the future——I don't want to do that." 』

"Do what you should do and want to do. If you encounter problems and difficulties, think about it later. 』

(It turned out to be so.)

Tsukishima Kaoru felt a sudden realization.

But——I really couldn't do it myself.

(Sure enough, Ruoli thinks things are completely different from mine.)

Tsukishima Kaoru smiled wryly.

"How is it possible not to worry about the future? ’ she muttered in a low voice, it’s impossible to do it.

Ushishima Wakari thought about it seriously.

"Then it's okay to worry. 』

Tsukishima Kaoru looked up at him.

"If you're really scared, just give up and don't start. ’ he said decisively.

"But if you give up, don't regret it anymore, and don't think about whether it is possible to succeed in the first place, because those are already useless efforts, which will only increase your troubles. 』

He looked into Tsukishima's eyes.

"But if you choose to start, then stop looking forward and backward.If you expect the best results, you should do your best to work hard for it. It would be a pity if you pass by because of not working hard enough. 』

"For me, not being able to do my best is tantamount to giving up.Instead of being half-baked, it's better not to start, and put this energy time into other things. 』

"Similarly, if you give up, don't linger on it. 』

Niu Dao Ruoli paused.

"The things in the future are the things in the future after all. No one knows what will happen. Just do what you want to do most now, what you should do most—and then do it to the extreme. 』

The author has something to say: [1]

This is well-founded... When Hinata met Mr. Niu for the first time, he provoked Mr. Niu, and then Mr. Niu, a person who is usually calm, immediately had a rich expression at that time, and even broke out a drop of sweat .I don't know how to answer this kind of impolite expression, don't push me anymore.Ushijima, who is almost 190, is forced to take a step back by Hinata, who is 160. This kind of picture is really...

[2]

It doesn't exist, our Niu Boss is someone who never bothers us,

According to the official setting, the most troubled thing recently: no

But I can't make it up without me, so please worry about it.

When Haruna smiled hypocritically and told Mihashi to work together, Mihashi was so excited that he almost cried, right?

It's Ushido's turn to say "Come on" with a blank face but very seriously—well, the other side is actually about to cry hahaha

#On the importance of facial expressions and body language#

After all, the same thing can be said differently by different people.

In fact, there are not many problems with Niu Dao's response, but Bingshan face has the attribute of pulling hatred.

Everyone from PS Xiao Nishiura is coming soon~

So these two people can be sweet for three seconds...

In terms of chapters, there are only two chapters—well, this is Chapter 2.

After drinking this cup of Udo Island Chicken Soup, join me in sending Udo Island players off o(╥﹏╥)o