The next day, Natsumi couldn't help but feel a bit more curious about Taro's prediction. She had always found her brother's antics entertaining but was skeptical about the validity of his claims. As she got ready for school, she mentally noted to herself to observe if anything unusual occurred.
One evening, as they sat in their cozy living room, Taro made another one of his "maji" (serious) predictions. He looked at Natsumi with an unusually serious expression and said, "Natsumi, I have a feeling that tomorrow is going to be a very interesting day. Something significant will happen."
Days went by, and the tension built up. Natsumi couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and hope for her brother. Finally, the letter from the university arrived. With trembling hands, Natsumi handed it to Taro.
Taro maintained his serious demeanor. "This time, I'm telling you, Natsumi, it's going to be maji. Mark my words."
The interview at the university was a surreal experience for Taro. The questions were tough, but he managed to answer them with confidence and clarity. When asked about his motivations and aspirations, Taro's responses seemed to resonate well with the interview panel.
The day went by without any notable events that Natsumi could recall. She came home from school, did her homework, and spent the evening watching TV. It wasn't until her parents came home and mentioned an unexpected phone call from a rather prestigious university that Taro had been applying to that her curiosity was piqued.
From that day forward, Natsumi viewed her brother's predictions in a different light. She realized that sometimes, what seems improbable or even absurd at first glance can become a reality. Taro, on the other hand, continued to make his predictions, but now they were met with a bit more seriousness and consideration from his sister.