Tokyo: Becoming the Perfect Male God Starting with a Rented Boyfriend

Chapter 6 I am doing something insatiable

Magical girl.

This is the information that Miyazawa Itsuki obtained from Asahina Omi using the "Love Saint's Eye".

This fashionable young woman, who's practically living a high-end life, truly loves these things.

To be honest, it was quite unexpected for Miyazawa Itsuki.

It's not that there's anything wrong with liking magical girl anime aimed at children.

In Miyazawa Itsuki's previous life, adults' enthusiasm for children's anime was not something to be overly ashamed of.

Moreover, Asahina Omi is a girl, and is herself the original audience for this type of work.

However, just as people from different backgrounds may have completely different hobbies.

Would a trendy, outgoing, and socially active person like the introverted, homebody culture?

Miyazawa Itsuki spent the afternoon with Naomi, and all she experienced was her very extroverted interest.

It has absolutely nothing to do with subcultures.

The idea of ​​a hot girl and a nerdy guy sharing similar interests is something that only happens in light novels.

Today, he encountered a real-life example.

Naomi, who had always been in control, showed signs of wavering for the first time after hearing his idea.

This can already serve as proof of the effectiveness of the "Love Saint's Eye".

However, Naomi adjusted quickly.

She quickly returned to her normal self.

"...Hehe, Miyazawa-kun's hobby is quite cute. Do you usually watch anime?"

Suddenly she started using honorifics; Naomi must still be in a state of confusion.

Miyazawa Itsuki tried to speak in a relaxed tone.

"Yes, after all, I live in Japan, it would be a lie to say I don't have any contact with it. I watched a lot of anime when I was a kid."

He briefly listed a few well-known works and added:

"I browsed some social media during my recent break and found that this animation seems to be very popular, so I became interested. I didn't have much exposure to it when I was a child because of my gender, but now I find it quite interesting."

"Oh yeah... I also have friends who really like these..." Naomi looked a little guilty.

"Friend... what are Naomi's own thoughts?" Miyazawa Itsuki suddenly felt like teasing her, and said with feigned regret:

"Do you think it's disgusting that I said I wanted to watch these things? After all, I'm not a child anymore."

"No... I... I wouldn't!"

Naomi blushed and hurriedly shook her head.

"I would never look down on Miyazawa-kun because of this... On the contrary, I think it's cool that Miyazawa-kun can speak his mind so frankly..."

Naomi is the one who truly loves magical girls.

But she doesn't show it; instead, she tries to hide it.

Is it because the things you like don't match your outward appearance that you have to suppress your feelings?

Miyazawa Itsuki seemed to be deep in thought.

Although he had not experienced it firsthand, he had heard about it.

In the world of popular high school girls (JKs) in Tokyo, social standing is something that needs to be constantly cultivated.

Exquisite craftsmanship is a weapon, a protective armor.

If something inappropriate for one's status is exposed, one's image will be damaged, one's reputation will decline, and one's position will be shaken.

I like watching magical girl anime, especially those aimed at children.

This might be a rare charm point among otaku, similar to sacrificing one's fashion sense in exchange for approachability.

But in the world of gay people who are living a fulfilling life, it's a completely different story.

A hobby that is "not up to standard" is no different from a weakness.

On the surface, they might flatter you, saying it's cute, but what they really think behind your back is another matter entirely.

Never believe what people say in front of others, even if it seems like the truth, always interpret it to see if there's another meaning behind it.

These are the social experiences that Miyazawa Itsuki summarized during his years living in Kyoto.

Miyazawa Itsuki didn't say anything more, but led Asahina Omi to the location of the pop-up store.

This pop-up store is themed around magical girls, and in addition to one or two of the most popular anime, it also sells some related comics and light novels.

Because it's located inside a shopping mall with high foot traffic, the store has quite a few customers.

Several pairs of junior high school girls were whispering around the display case, while boys in uniforms were browsing sample books in the novel section.

At the store entrance, Naomi paused for a moment, observing her surroundings before cautiously walking in.

The two men's visit attracted a small amount of attention from the guests.

After all, with Naomi's looks, she would be the center of attention wherever she went, and Miyazawa Itsuki's work attire was also very eye-catching.

It's quite rare to see an idol-like couple visiting a pop-up store dedicated to anime and manga.

According to popular perception, couples of this caliber should enjoy a more glamorous date upstairs in a shopping mall.

Miyazawa Itsuki had calmed down and casually took a picture book from the shelf.

This is an image booklet of that popular anime, featuring three adorable girls.

"Have you seen this anime, Miyazawa-kun?"

Naomi peeked out from behind him for a long time before finally asking.

"I've seen a little bit of it." Miyazawa Itsuki turned the open picture book toward Naomi, and their eyes met before falling back onto the picture book.

"...Which character do you like the most, Miyazawa-kun?" Naomi's tone unconsciously carried a hint of nervousness.

"They're all so cute, but if I had to pick one..." Miyazawa Itsuki pointed to one of the girls, "this one probably left the deepest impression on me."

"May I ask why?"

"Yeah, after all, you have to eat several scoops of ice cream in one episode, it's hard not to remember it."

Miyazawa Itsuki thought for a moment and continued, "Of course, his villainous side is also very appealing."

He glanced at Naomi's hair, which was as bright as the hair color of that magical girl after her transformation.

"Hehe...yes." Asahina suddenly started giggling foolishly: "Princess Luluka's charm...even Miyazawa-kun..."

Miyazawa Itsuki smiled. "Has Naomi seen it too?"

"Huh? No, I don't watch it... wait, it's my sister who likes to watch it, I only watched a little bit with her..."

Even when Naomi Asahina is flustered, she is still very cute.

"Naomi has a younger sister too," Miyazawa Itsuki agreed wholeheartedly. "Naomi is a good older sister, able to accompany her sister to see things that interest her."

"No... is that all?"

"Being there for my sister when she needs me is already amazing enough," Miyazawa Itsuki said. "After all, many people find even that difficult to do."

Naomi Asahina didn't quite understand: "Maybe, but my younger sister has recently gone through her rebellious phase and is very arrogant towards me, her older sister. Where did that cute child go...?"

The two chatted as they strolled around, and before they knew it, they had wandered deeper into the store.

That's where they sell comics.

The bookshelves were filled with all sorts of manga about magical girls.

Miyazawa Itsuki took out one of the books and flipped through it briefly.

The visuals are exquisite, the characters are adorable, and the plot is a classic tale of a beautiful girl defeating an evil organization.

"Is Miyazawa-kun planning to buy the manga?"

"Hmm... I'd like to know more about it."