My Childhood Friend, who became a National Idol, moved next door to my Run-down Apartment [Dropped] - Chapter 17 - Ramen and praise!

“Woahh! This is soo delicious! It’s sooo tasty!”

Sena hurriedly slurped the noodles.

Even though it was right after the exam, it’s impressive how she could eat so much.

Since it was an odd time to eat, there were only a few customers besides us, sitting in the corner of the restaurant.

As Sena passionately devoured her ramen at the usual counter seat, the ramen shop owner, Todo-san, couldn’t help but smile.

Despite his scary appearance, with his bald head and scruffy beard, Todo-san was full of kindness when you talked to him.

However, due to his appearance, he rarely engaged in conversations with people.

Sena’s ability to casually chat with him was truly remarkable.

“Kagari-chan always enjoys my ramen so much, which makes it worth cooking. Today, shall I give you a treat?”

“Yes!”

“Well, that’s good, hahaha! Then, how about taking other orders too?”

“I’ll have an extra serving of kimchi fried rice, please!”

“Thank you for your continued patronage!”

“Why does everything get decided without me knowing…? Oh well, never mind. Sena, you worked hard today.”

“As expected of my senpai! Thanks a lot! And it would be even better if you praised Kagari, who worked so hard!”

“Ordering a lot, huh? Well, well, you did great.”

Though I said that, when Todo-san saw Sena bowing slightly with disposable chopsticks in hand, he couldn’t help but smile at those gestures.

When I gently patted Sena’s head, she looked slightly surprised but leaned her head forwards as she was asking for more.

She was acting like a puppy wagging its tail, waiting for its owner to play with them.

Her slightly sloppy smile had a little resemblance to Mitsuki.

Perhaps it was her innate sincerity that allowed her performances to captivate everyone.

In the end, Sena’s fabulous performance engulfed the entire concert hall.

Despite being a midterm exam, many people cheered for her and clapped their hands while appraising her.

Even the professors, who should have reprimanded such behavior, quietly applauded, probably cherishing the atmosphere.

This showed that they didn’t restrict classical music to the academic realm but recognized it as a form of entertainment as well. It’s a good university, I thought.

“By the way, this week’s top spot is Michiru-chan. She’s really riding the wave.”

Glancing at a couple in the corner, Todo-san murmured.

He probably showed a little consideration because he was still on duty.

“Now, the number one on this week’s CD sales ranking is Michiru Sasaoka’s ‘The Thrust of the Short Sword Rapier’ from the hotly trending ‘Valkyria Chronicle: The Final Battle of the War Goddess’!”

The evening music show featured the song Sena had just played in the exam.

With her clear light brown long straight hair and revealing outfit, Michiru had a slim figure but a well-toned body. Her slender legs and light movements exuded a refreshing aura that captivated thousands, no, tens of thousands of fans.

Holding the microphone gently in both hands, she sang passionately, pouring her emotions into the song until she broke a sweat. It was said that through this song, Michiru further expanded her fanbase.

Truly, she was one of Japan’s most popular idol in every sense.

“Wow, it was quite a surprise to see the cute Michiru, who always sings about love and girls, singing a song from Valkyria Chronicles’ intense theme. As an anime fan myself—”

“Even though you call others troublesome otakus, you are the embodiment of one, Sena.”

As Sena continued to talk, Todo-san’s expression became a little panicked, his eyes wandering.

While everyone was lost in their own world, Sena enthusiastically showed off a CD she took out of her bag.

“But when you listen to that song, her voice, the melody, and the lyrics, everything was godlike! By the way, Kagari has already purchased the CD too! It’s no exaggeration to say that choosing this song motivated us during the midterm exam!”

“Well, I’m glad to hear that.”

If this continued, we’d probably be given DVDs as well.

Todo-san could barely hide his wry smile. His gaze shifted to the couple in the corner, as expected.

While we were worried about causing a commotion, a pair of a man and woman approached us.

The man looked sharp in a suit, like a capable salaryman.

In contrast, the woman was fully equipped, wearing a white cap, sunglasses, and a black mask.

Her beautifully dyed light brown hair was tied up neatly behind the cap. Her slender figure and long legs visible through her cropped top made it hard to believe she was an ordinary person with an ordinary style.

“Hey, you. You’re the one who played the piano at the Imperial Capital Music College, right?”

Or rather, they seemed to have something to do with us!?

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