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Chapter 43 - CHAPTER 43: Anime Nocturne

As Yuki emerged from the bathroom, a minute had woven a quiet interlude in Ryouichi's living room. She approached Ryouichi, her inquisitive gaze questioning his repose on the couch. With a mild sense of bemusement, she asked, "What are you doing?"

Ryouichi, momentarily caught off guard by the inquiry, responded with candor, "I'm lying down on the couch." Yuki, her curiosity satisfied, acknowledged his explanation with a simple, "I see. Why, though?"

The question sparked a realization in Ryouichi's mind, a recall of the subtle plan he had woven earlier with Yuki. A momentary pause followed before he offered an apologetic, "Oh... Sorry." Yuki, appreciating the acknowledgment, responded with a lighthearted acceptance, "That's more like it. Anyways, you can continue lying down on the couch... For now."

A sigh of relief escaped Ryouichi as Yuki granted him the continuance of his comfortable perch on the couch. Seizing the opportunity, he retrieved the Smart TV Remote Control, placed on a nearby table. With a press of a button, the living room was bathed in the warm glow of the Smart TV.

Yuki, finding a spot on another couch, inquired with genuine interest, "What will you watch?" The Smart TV's screen flickered to life, casting a soft glow across the room as Ryouichi pondered the myriad possibilities.

Ryouichi, navigating through the digital landscape, considered the options before him. The vast expanse of content beckoned, from movies to series, documentaries to animated classics. A moment of contemplation lingered in the air as he scrolled through the menu, each option a potential gateway to a shared experience.

The living room, now illuminated by the shifting hues of the Smart TV, became a canvas of anticipation. The choice of what to watch was more than a selection; it was a decision that would shape the ambiance, guiding the night's narrative.

As Ryouichi perused the options, Yuki, nestled comfortably on the adjacent couch, awaited the revelation of their entertainment for the night. The air was charged with the subtle excitement.

In the gentle glow of the living room, Ryouichi and Yuki, momentarily detached from the bustling world outside, prepared to embark on the next chapter of their night. The Smart TV, a portal to myriad narratives, awaited the touch of a remote button to unfold a tale that would intertwine with the fabric of their night.

Ryouichi, with a playful glint in his eyes, turned to Yuki and posed a question that held the promise of shared enjoyment. "Would you like to watch an anime?" he inquired, casting a suggestion into the air. Yuki, intrigued by the prospect, reciprocated with a curious, "Which one?"

The choice lingered momentarily before Ryouichi settled on "Blue Exorcist." Yuki, with a nod of approval, replied, "Sure." Ryouichi, pleased with their anime selection, added an extra layer of excitement, sharing, "Great... Season 3 will release soon."

Intrigued by the revelation, Yuki sought more details. "When?" she inquired, her anticipation evident in the glimmer of her smile. Ryouichi, bearing the news like a harbinger of entertainment, disclosed, "January of 2024." Yuki's smile widened, a spark of enthusiasm lighting up her eyes. "Finally!" she exclaimed, a testament to the shared joy of anticipating the next season of a beloved anime.

The prospect of revisiting the preceding seasons added another layer of delight to the anime-filled evening. "I'll rewatch Season 1 and 2," Ryouichi declared, setting the stage for a nostalgic journey through the earlier arcs. Yuki, ready to dive into the anime realm, began to express her thoughts, but Ryouichi, with an air of spontaneity, interjected, "I'll rewatch some episodes of Season 1 for today."

"Okay," Yuki agreed, a shared understanding forming between them. Ryouichi, seizing the opportunity to enhance their viewing experience, proposed a change of venue. "Let's head into my bedroom. We can watch the anime there." With the Smart TV now dormant, the promise of an anime-filled haven awaited them in Ryouichi's bedroom.

The transition from the living room to the more intimate setting of the bedroom held a sense of shared camaraderie. Ryouichi led the way, and Yuki followed, each step reinforcing the connection between them.

As they entered this cozy domain, Ryouichi and Yuki prepared to immerse themselves in the animated world, where the tales of exorcists and demons would unfold in the soft glow of the screen. The stage was set for a night of anime bliss, a delightful retreat into a realm where imagination and storytelling converged.

With a sense of anticipation in the air, Ryouichi sauntered towards his PC, a portal to the vast digital realm of entertainment. He powered it on, the hum of its awakening complementing the mood of the evening. As Chrome unfolded its virtual embrace, Ryouichi navigated to Crunchyroll, the gateway to an extensive library of anime adventures. The search bar became his compass as he typed the words "Blue Exorcist" and clicked on the result, unveiling a plethora of episodes awaiting exploration.

The chosen episode, Season 1, Episode 1, materialized on the screen, and the familiar strains of the opening theme resonated in the room. Yuki settled onto Ryouichi's bed, creating a cozy cocoon of enthusiasm for the impending anime marathon. Ryouichi joined her, taking a seat beside her, only to succumb to the lure of comfort a few moments later. The bed, now a space for relaxation, promised an immersive journey into the animated realm of exorcists and demons.

As the first episode unfolded, Ryouichi and Yuki surrendered to the allure of storytelling. The characters on the screen embarked on their adventures, and the narrative unfurled, each frame a brushstroke in the canvas of the anime world. The room echoed with the ambient sounds of Blue Exorcist, creating an intimate atmosphere where the tangible and the animated converged seamlessly.

Amidst the engaging plot and vibrant visuals, Yuki broke the silence with a statement that echoed shared optimism. "Season 3 will be great," she remarked, her eyes reflecting the anticipation of the tales yet to unfold. Ryouichi, in agreement, concisely affirmed, "It definitely will be great." The shared understanding added a layer of connection to their anime-watching experience, a bond forged in the crucible of common interests.

As the storyline progressed, the room became a sanctuary of enjoyment. The characters became more than animated entities; they became companions on this animated journey. Ryouichi and Yuki, united in their appreciation for Blue Exorcist, found solace in the narrative tapestry unfolding before them.

The minutes melded into hours, and the duo remained captivated by the anime's allure. The soft glow of the screen painted their faces in hues of animated radiance, creating a tableau of enjoyment. In the cocoon of Ryouichi's bedroom, the anime marathon unfolded, a testament to the magic woven by the art of storytelling. And so, they immersed themselves in the fantastical world of Blue Exorcist, letting the tales of exorcists and demons carry them into the realm of animated dreams.