This Woman Was Still So Rude

"If that's the case, then it's definitely a stage play."

Hiratsuka Shizuka stood on the podium, announcing the voting results.

She glanced at her watch, then impatiently scratched the strands of black hair falling at her temples. "There's still half the time left before get out of class ends, we can't just sit here doing nothing. In that case, let's elect the executive committee members..."

As she spoke, she turned to look at everyone and asked, "Do you have any candidates for the executive committee?"

The executive committee members of the school festival will join the executive committee to participate in the planning of the school festival and invite people from the community.

In other words, it means having the ability to command the world.

However, the greater one's ability, the more tedious work one gets. Being an executive committee member is quite tiring, so not many people are willing to do it.

"Who should be the executive committee member...?"

"How about you do it?"

"No, I have club activities to participate in, I don't have time."

"We need to find someone who doesn't have a family affiliation and is exceptionally capable."

Everyone was discussing it animatedly, but no one volunteered to be an executive committee member.

Finally, after some discussion, they all turned their attention to Fujino.

Fujino: "?"

Why is everyone looking at me?

That's right, the executive committee member they elected was Fujino.

As for the reasons...

First, Fujino was not affiliated with any club; second, Fujino was exceptionally capable; and third, he enjoyed a high reputation in society.

Of course, the most important point is that he has a very good relationship with Yoko Okino and Yuko Ikezawa.

Maybe we can invite them to perform at the Teitan High School Festival.

"..."

Fujino was speechless upon hearing this.

What are these students thinking?

Having a good relationship with celebrities is a valid reason?

"Why does it feel like these brats are just trying to dump all the trouble on me?"

Fujino thought to himself for a moment.

She immediately stood up from her seat and launched a series of counterattacks. "Although I know everyone is looking forward to me becoming an executive committee member, someone without experience cannot shoulder such an important responsibility. Opportunities like this should be left to other students. As a detective, my time is still very limited..."

Fujino executed his Tai Chi move very well.

Upon hearing this, no one dared to say anything more.

We can only look for the next lucky one.

Fujino sat back down and began to think about the matter of the nature committee member.

Thinking about it, he really is the best candidate to become an executive committee member.

If it were him, he should call Yoko Okino and Yuko Ikezawa; they should both come over.

However, he had already secretly decided to give up.

Let whoever wants to take on this mess take it on.

He's definitely not going to take it.

"Ahem, in that case, I'll take on the role of executive committee member this time!"

At that moment, Sonoko suddenly stood up and took the initiative to take on the work of the executive committee member.

"Sonoko, are you really okay?"

Ran nearby, hesitated before asking Suzuki Sonoko, "I remember you were just an executive committee member last year."

"Well... it's okay."

Sonoko waved her hand and chuckled, "After all, I was the one who suggested the script, so of course I should be on the executive committee..."

She was careless last year and didn't dodge.

He was appointed as an executive committee member before being selected for the event.

Her script was already written, so of course she had to handle the preparations herself.

What's more, the female lead is Ran!

She had prepared all of this last year, but unfortunately it was canceled by some arrogant detective activity of a certain reasoning fanatic.

Although it might be a little tiring, it's not a big problem for a lively and energetic Money Power girl like her.

She, the young lady of Sonoko, also has a dream of creating!

In the afternoon, after school.

Konoha Kendo Hall, training ground.

Fujino and Suwa Yuji stood on either side.

Fujino's gaze was firm, and he rushed forward quickly, holding a light-colored Wooden Sword.

The Wooden Sword was swung at a tricky angle.

With a whooshing sound, it crashed straight into Suwa Yuji on the other side.

Suwa Yuji reacted quickly, instinctively raising his sword to parry.

"Bang!"

"Snap!"

"Smack!"

Wooden Sword clashed repeatedly.

The crisp sound echoed throughout the training hall.

"Is that Fujino?"

A girl dressed in kendo uniform stood by the training ground, rubbing her eyes. "The speed is just too fast, I can't even see how the teacher and senior students are exchanging blows."

"Of course, there are no more than five hundred people in Japan who are top-tier eighth-dan swordsmen like Suwa -Japan sensei."

The man beside him also kept his eyes fixed on the two figures. "As for Senior Fujino, although he has not been involved in kendo for long, he was already capable of sparring with the teacher when he first started. Now, he can even fight the teacher to a standstill."

The girl asked curiously, "Is Fujino Brother Fujino also a top-tier swordsman now?"

"Of course not."

The man shook his head. "Although Senior Fujino has reached the eighth dan level, his actual dan level is only the first dan."

"Does that mean my senior brother's rank is the same as mine?"

"Each stage is different from the last. Senior brother just couldn't advance because of time constraints."

The man joked again, "But looking at the time, my senior brother's cooldown period for advancing should be over. It seems that someone else will be forced to give up the way of the sword."

"Did your senior brother's advancement have anything to do with giving up swordsmanship?"

"It's fair to say that fighting my senior brother wasn't just a simple matter of losing..."

The man narrowed his eyes slightly. "Our senior brother once single-handedly fought the entire audience during an exam, breaking the Wooden Sword of several beginners at the same level. He beat them so badly that they questioned their existence, and several of them even had their Dao hearts shattered and gave up on the way of the sword."

"Forehead..."

The girl glanced back at Fujino not far away. "Speaking of which, I think I'll be taking the second-dan exam soon. I hope I don't run into my senior brother."

"Good luck to you."

The man looked at the girl with pity.

Turning around, I saw that the fight between the two had ended.

"It must have only been a few weeks since we last sparred, right? Your swordsmanship has become increasingly refined, and even I am finding it a bit challenging now."

Suwa Yuji glanced at the mottled nicks on his Wooden Sword, feeling there were even more than before, and sighed.

"I've only done some basic training. Compared to Master Suwa, I still have a lot to learn."

Fujino calmed his breathing and wiped the sweat from his temples with his sleeve.

Compared to Suwa Yuji, he is indeed lacking in experience.

With his current normal strength bonus of 350%, plus the Assassin skill, Kendo Master, and Detective Enhancement, it can reach approximately 690%.

It's a genuine B+ combat strength.

If we include the basic Enhancement Card used before the battle, his combat power would reach A-.

Even so, he still couldn't defeat Suwa Yuji directly.

It will only make the other party feel a little strained.

In other words, Suwa Yuji's kendo skill level is at least A.

Of course, this refers to the present. If Suwa Yuji in the past, Fujino thinks his level would be between B and B+.

After all, a person's fighting ability is not constant.

It will also increase with training.

Suwa Yuji: "..."

Is this just a small part?

Are all geniuses like this, living in Versailles?

He was already numb.

Suwa Yuji deep breath and calmed his mind. "Your physique is indeed a big problem. Now that it has improved, if I were to face you now, I would most likely lose."

Fujino nodded upon hearing this, "I can also sense that you've become stronger, Master Suwa."

"I have to thank you for this. Sparring with a sword genius like you has made my resolve in swordsmanship even stronger during this time."

Suwa Yuji did not deny it.

Every encounter with Fujino allowed him to learn a great deal and digest the lessons learned over time.

Especially after witnessing Fujino's progress...

Yes, both my swordsmanship and my Daoist mind have become increasingly refined.

"The second-dan promotion exam is starting soon. Have you considered improving your dan rank?"

Pulling himself out of his thoughts, Suwa Yuji Yuuji asked Fujino.

"The second-stage promotion exam?"

Fujino was a little confused. Normally, there should be a fairly large cooler between the first and second stages.

He's only been gone a short while, and he's already passed the second dan exam...

But it's the Conan World.

Fujino pondered for a moment and nodded, "In that case, I'd like to trouble Master Suwa to register me again."

"There will be a promotion exam on the 10th of next month, and I will be the chief examiner. I will let you know when the time comes."

"Thank you for your help."

After agreeing to take the promotion exam, Fujino went to the kendo dojo's lounge to take a shower.

In Kendo, the rank is very important; the higher the rank, the higher the status.

Reaching the level of Suwa Yuji would already make him a top-tier swordsman.

The fact that he was the chief examiner shows that his status has improved considerably as he has progressed from the seventh dan to the eighth dan, and he may have even established himself in the Kendo Association.

It was also a great connection that led to this relationship.

However, his identity is a bit strange.

He was called a disciple, but not really; however, he did receive individual guidance.

Everyone else at the kendo dojo, whether they arrived earlier or later, called him Senior Brother.

As the sun sets, the sky turns orange-yellow, and the earth is tinged with a pale red.

"わざとつくったhengyanが, すぐにかれそうで"

Just as Fujino dried himself off and came out of the bathroom, his cell phone, which he had placed in the storage box, rang with a pleasant ringtone.

Fujino casually took out the phone.

The note displayed on the screen reads "Yoko Okino".

"Yoko Okino?"

Fujino was confused.

Yoko Okino would sometimes send him a couple of text messages or call to ask if he wanted to go to a concert or something.

However, I haven't called him in a long time because I'm currently filming a new drama with Yuko Ikezawa.

Fujino answered the phone, and Yoko Okino's gentle voice came from the other end. "Moshi moshi, is this Fujino- kun?"

"I'm Fujino."

Fujino held the phone to his ear and took the clothes out of the locker.

"Miss Yoko, have you finished filming your TV series?"

"Not yet... I'm still on set."

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Yoko Okino to business. "Actually, I have something I'd like to ask you to do... no, I should say, pass on a message."

"Is there something you want to tell me?"

"Yes, it was Senior Su Fang Hongzi of the Red Society who asked me to do it."

Yoko Okino lowered her voice slightly. "About next week, Senior Su Fang will be holding a charity gala... I was also invited to participate in this benefit performance, and after hearing that I knew you, Senior Su Fang asked me to make sure that I contact you."

"Su Fang Hongzi of the Red Society?"

Fujino searched his memory, "Who is she?"

"Fujino- kun, haven't you heard of him?"

Yoko Okino, on the other end of the phone, exclaimed in surprise.

"He'd never even heard of it!"

At that moment, an annoyed female voice came from the other end of the phone. "Su Fang Hongzi retired fifteen years ago. How could someone of his age who isn't in the industry have heard of him?"

The woman's voice was clear in its stance.

Yes, it's Yuko Ikezawa.

It still feels like they're being impolite.

"Yuko!"

Yoko Okino playfully scolded Yuko Ikezawa suddenly appeared on the other end of the phone, "Why were you eavesdropping on my phone call again!"

"Can't I just happen to be passing by?"

Yuko Ikezawa was passing by, glanced at Yoko Okino, then snatched the phone and explained to herself, "That girl, Su Fang Hongzi, is a veteran singer in the music industry. Years ago, she was known as the 'Canary of the East' because of her beautiful voice. She retired about fifteen years ago, so it's normal that you haven't heard of her."

'This woman is still so rude...'

Fujino felt a little embarrassed, but still greeted her politely, "Miss Yuko, you're on set too."

"Ah, I just finished filming a scene with this silly woman and happened to be passing by..."

"Yuko!"

After a burst of noise, Yoko Okino snatched back the phone, took a deep breath, suppressed her vague resentment, and continued to explain, "After retiring, she has been doing charity work for the past fifteen years. She just established the Red Society agency for charity. This charity gala was organized by Senior Su Fang in the name of the Red Society."

"That Su Fang Hongzi is no good person. I remember a few years ago he was involved in some kind of car accident scandal."

At this moment, Yuko Ikezawa on the other end of the phone suddenly said with a hint of reproach, "Yoko, you silly woman, you actually believe in charity... You foolishly went to participate in the free benefit performance. Don't get scammed and get yourself into a scandal, dragging Fujino down with you."

"Yuko!"

Yoko Okino gave another coquettish laugh.

"So, what brings this 'Canary of the East' to me?"

Fujino got to the heart of the matter. "Could it be that you have some kind of request?"

"It's not a commission."

Yoko Okino took a deep breath, organized her thoughts, and glanced at the indignant Yuko Ikezawa beside her. "Fujino- kun, you just rescued an airplane a while ago. The theme of this benefit performance is a charity gala for children who lost their families in traffic accidents, so Senior Suhou wants to invite you to be a special guest and endorse that charity gala..."

"You're inviting me to be your spokesperson?"

Fujino thought for a moment and felt that since it was an invitation to be a spokesperson, there should be money to be made, so he immediately agreed, "I understand, Miss Yoko. Could you send me Ms. Su Fang's contact information? I think it would be better to talk to her in person."

"Okay... I'll send you my contact information via text message later."

"Will you invite me to be the spokesperson for a charity gala?"

After hanging up the phone, Fujino changed his clothes while pondering to himself.

As a former rich second-generation, he still has some understanding of business tactics.

Most charity galas and the like are not truly charitable.

Those who embezzle money, those who feign benevolence and righteousness, and only a few who can truly do things for the children.

It's a mixed bag.

However, since he has been able to persist in doing charity work for fifteen years, his character should be quite good.

However, the scandal about the car accident that Yuko Ikezawa mentioned was something that bothered him quite a bit.

I think I vaguely remember it.

Let's meet and talk about it then...