BanG Dream: The Unexpected Part-Timer

The Bright Smile like a Sun

Sunday, the last day before the new year, and I was determined to make it unforgettable for Kokoro. After learning about her background from the woman in the black suit, I felt a sense of responsibility to bring happiness into her life.

As I prepared for the day, I stood in front of the mirror, checking my outfit. It had to be perfect for this special occasion. A mixture of nerves and excitement ran through me as I adjusted my clothes, ensuring everything looked just right.

I took a deep breath, mentally preparing myself for the day ahead. Today wasn't just about creating memories; it was about bringing joy to someone who had missed out on so much. With a newfound determination, I set out to meet Kokoro.

When I arrived at her mansion, I was greeted by Kokoro's enthusiastic voice. "Kyo! You're here! Today's going to be great, right?"

Holy crap... This mansion is way too huge...

My confident smile faltered for a moment, and I blinked at Kokoro's question. "Oh... You're right..."

The realization hit me like a ton of bricks. I hadn't intended for this to be a date, but with the sparkle in Kokoro's eyes and her excited tone, it seemed I inadvertently set that expectation.

Kokoro, however, didn't seem bothered by it at all. In fact, she beamed at me, "Yay! It's a date then! Let's make it super special!"

I couldn't help but chuckle at her enthusiasm. "Sure, Kokoro-chan. It's a date."

"Erm... Kokoro-chan, may I ask you to turn around for a bit?"

"Hm? Sure!~" She turned around, humming a cheerful tune.

And then... OVER-DRAMATIC SCENARIO, I dropped down to my knees, smacking the floor, face flushed.

"Shit... She's cute! She's seriously so cute!!" I mumbled to myself, trying to contain the embarrassment that flooded over me.

Kokoro turned back, a puzzled expression on her face. "Kyo-kun, what's wrong? Did something happen?"

"N-Nothing at all! Just tripped a bit. Let's continue our date!" I replied, doing my best to hide my flustered state.

"Hmm~ Wait here! I'll go change my clothes!"

"O-oh... right." I looked away, trying to distract myself by observing the grandeur of the mansion.

As I waited, Kokoro came back wearing a stunning outfit that sparkled with elegance. The dress accentuated her charm and radiance, making her look even more enchanting.

"Ta-da! How do I look, Kyo-kun?" Kokoro twirled around a bright smile on her face.

My jaw dropped a bit as I was genuinely impressed. "You look amazing, Kokoro-chan. Absolutely stunning!"

"Hehe~ Thank you, Kyo-kun! Now, where should we go first on our special day?"

Yes, I see now. I haven't made any plans whatsoever, and this is also my first dating experience. But that's okay because it's time to put my love simulator gaming skills to use!

Given that we're discussing Kokoro-chan here...

"How about we take a leisurely stroll through the park?"

"Yeah! That sounds wonderful! Let's go!"

And so, we hopped onto my bike that I had used to get there.

"Woah!~ We're riding this?"

"Of course. Is this your first time?"

She nodded, grinning.