Chapter 222

Meanwhile, after reviewing the video, Ogura Asahi grabbed a quick bite to eat outside and then returned to her room.

Although he usually tries not to walk around the Ten no Yashiro as Ogura Asahi, the probability of him being discovered during weekday class hours is still not high.

Or rather, even if they are discovered, there aren't many people who need to pay attention. What needs special attention is during the times when they are not in class.

Following Yashiro Ichiyo's instructions, he found the items stored in the cabinet.

That afternoon, he was going to do something very special.

He spread it out on the bed, feeling a little nervous; it was his first time doing something like this.

But for the sake of his grand ambition, this is nothing!

So, which one should we choose first?

After thinking for a long time, and glancing at the little time left, he made a decision and picked up the dark blue item.

"Young Miss, are you really going to do this?"

Inside the moving car, Yashiro Ichiyo expressed his deep concern.

"What's the point of saying anything now that things have come to this?"

"But it's already noon. If we really want to do it, how about we start tomorrow morning?"

"Noon should be fine, if not, I'll try again tomorrow."

"Ha~ Why do you always like to do these exciting things?"

"Because upon closer reflection, following the rules is not what I truly desire?" Ogura Asahi gazed at the scenery rushing past the window.

Is he someone who likes to seek stability?

That's not entirely wrong, but a moderately intense lifestyle can also be interesting, especially when there's a suitable reason.

Thinking about it carefully, passively waiting is too much of a waste of time; it's better to take the initiative, especially now that the plot is about to start.

"If you want younger women, there are clearly many other ways..."

"Am I that kind of person? I can't force anyone."

"But while deception is better than coercion, it's just as egregious, isn't it?"

"A small lie doesn't count as a lie."

"Mo... since you've made this decision, I'll presume to remind you once more: please, please be careful!" Yashiro Ichiyo solemnly declared.

"I understand, don't worry, at worst it just means I won't be able to go anymore."

Then, silence fell over the carriage, and no one spoke until they reached their destination.

Following the navigation route, crossing the Arakawa River Line, passing Kishimojin-mae Station... somewhere where Sakura were fluttering in front of the gate, the black sedan stopped without any hesitation.

"Have a safe journey, young lady!"

"Okay, I'm leaving!"

Carrying an empty brown shoulder bag containing nothing but his phone, he restrained his usual casual and natural demeanor and stepped out of the car with elegant manners.

Sakurakoji Ashiri Mode, activated!

He took a few steps to the door and called out to the guard room inside, "Excuse me~"

After the person inside came out, he continued explaining the situation, "Greetings~"

"Um, excuse me, I wasn't feeling well this morning and went to the hospital. Could you please open the door for me?"

The security guard glanced at his striking appearance, exceptional manners, spotless school uniform, and the black luxury car with maids standing behind him—they nodded, said nothing, and readily opened the school gate with the remote key.

"Thank you!" Ogura Asahi bowed slightly to the other party, then turned back Yashiro Ichiyo, signaling her to give him a thumbs up for his acting skills.

With a look of relief mixed with helplessness on her face, he stepped into the spacious, classical, and aristocratic school.

Beside the elegantly patterned and intricately designed iron railing gate, on a stone pillar, stands a sign bearing the school's name: Moon Forest Girls' Academy.

That's right, what he's going to do today is infiltrate this prestigious academy with over a hundred years of history, but which is known for producing mentally unstable individuals!

Perhaps it was because her aura and appearance were so natural, and the luxury car and maid behind her symbolized her wealth, that the goalkeeper didn't think twice and skipped the registration process, letting her through directly.

He had originally planned to simply state "High School Grade 1 Class A, Wakaba Mū" if the other party asked for his name, but he didn't expect that even that step wasn't taken.

Haha, it seems that even elite schools are nothing more than capitalist lackeys who treat people differently based on their social standing! Nothing special!

After overcoming the most difficult hurdle, the rest posed no challenge for him. He leisurely admired the flower-lined campus, his gaze sweeping over the neoclassical buildings one by one.

This school building is ridiculously large compared to other high schools, not only because it's a school for young ladies, but also because, like Hanasakigawa, it combines junior and senior high school.

Previously, this was a wealthy school offering a continuous education from Little Shizuka high school. Now, after several relaxations of requirements, it not only admits students who have won major awards, but also specially admits some ordinary students with excellent grades.

Along the way, he occasionally encountered some students who were taking a leisurely stroll during their lunch break. He naturally greeted them and then continued on his way as if nothing had happened.

"Greetings, sir/madam."

"Ah, good day!" XN

After they passed each other, faint whispers of discussion could be heard from behind.

"Qili~ Which grade are you in?"

"Have no idea."

"Her movements are very standard and beautiful."

That's exactly what I mean.

"..."

What might be complicated and difficult to remember etiquette and manners for others was as easy as breathing for him. Although he didn't use them often, he had at least received professional training.

But it's better not to let him live in this environment forever. The only truly easy days here were last year.

According to the information he had gathered in advance, the previous Tsukinomori school rules were said to be quite strict, but a year ago, the chairman of the board of directors advocated allowing students to spend their school life freely out of respect for students' autonomy.

Hmm? You want to learn Rowing Boat too? Don't ruin your century-old prestigious school.

It seems the chairman of the board has changed this year, and the school rules seem to have become even stricter than before—I feel sorry for the students here for a second.

However, perhaps due to the efforts of the previous chairman, the current Tsukinomori is no longer opposed to band activities, part-time jobs, or using mobile phones—provided that prior application is required.

To say there's much difference compared to a year ago wouldn't be accurate; at most, there are just a few more school rules.

Enough with band activities and playing on his phone, but working... he seriously suspected it was a back door opened just for some silver-haired senior who loved eating mushrooms!

Otherwise, looking across the entire Tsukinomori, how many people actually need to work?

Those from truly impoverished families have already transferred to Haneoka, which offers free tuition and lunch.

The rest are the rich young ladies who want to experience life by working part-time, like the purple-haired captain who works at Hazawa Coffee Shop.

After wandering around the Tsukinomori, he eventually sat down in the small pavilion in the courtyard out of boredom.

It was time for afternoon classes, and this imposter couldn't very well go into the classroom and attend classes with them.

Running around everywhere risks getting caught by the teachers here, so I guess I need to find a suitable place to hide and pass the time.

The school buildings are quite large; there should still be plenty of places to hide.

Considering my purpose, which place would be better to go?

Aside from Toyokawa Shoko, who has already dropped out, there are currently only two first-year high school students and Morfonica's group of five second-year students who are my targets.

Thinking about it carefully, as one of the three basic universities, this school is no pushover either, still teeming with talented people!

They're either incredibly talented actors with split personalities, or a White Hair, phantom-like girl who was captured by her great-grandfather and brought into the band world, or an extraordinary genius pretending to be an ordinary person, a super-popular hot girl who loves chasing trends, or a gentle and warm-hearted hamster captain with an extraordinary family background whose age and appearance don't match...

So, let's begin the selection!

Several pictures of the location, along with explanatory text, popped into view.

Option 1: Student Council Room (You may encounter a Student Council President with short black hair, a serious personality, dashing and handsome appearance, extremely popular, and who loves playing the violin).

Option 2: Horticulture Club (You might encounter a light green-haired, emotionless doll-like girl who hasn't yet gone into her split personality phase)

Option 3: Horror Research Club (There is a chance to encounter a genius girl with light orange-pink hair, a black and white cat hair accessory on one side of her bangs, who longs to be an ordinary person and hides her talents).

Option 4: Wind Instrument Club (There's a chance you'll meet a brown-haired girl with a face that makes you want to laugh just by looking at her)

(Something seems to have snuck in? But that doesn't matter! Come on, make your choice!)

Tsk, choosing a market stall? Do you think this is some kind of visual novel?

Ogura Asahi pressed his forehead, shaking his head slightly in reflection.

I'm afraid I've gotten carried away making visual novels lately; these things are on my mind all the time.

Or was it because I was too close to Mashiro's (Mashiro's ) mental field that I was hallucinating?

But even so, he had to admit that the idea was indeed quite constructive, at least much better than just wandering around aimlessly.

Although it seems a bit unreasonable that only 7 people have 4 locations, there's nothing that can be done about it. The remaining three are randomly generated free spirits, lazy people, or busybodies.

Of course, he could also recklessly go to their class to attract attention, which would directly lead to a bad ending—the CG of him being kicked out.

What he needs is to create opportunities for chance encounters and clandestine contact without making a scene.

His real purpose is to spread his nickname, which is currently only known within Hanasakigawa, "The Ghostly Silver Phantom," to more locations!

After thinking for a while, resting his chin on his hand, he finally chose option two.

Option one is a no-go. What's the difference between suspiciously waiting for the Student Council President in the Student Council Room and running to the police station and asking them to arrest you?

Option three is also ruled out. Leaving aside whether the other person is even there, is he going to tell everyone in the club that he's just visiting and wants to join this suspiciously crazy club?

Option four goes without saying. As a popular club with a large number of members, it is really difficult to strike up a conversation with the other party in the originally harmonious but tense atmosphere.

Especially considering how eye-catching he is, always surrounded by an aura of brilliance wherever he goes, making it impossible for him to remain low-key...

If you go there and take a stroll around, by the next day, the whole school will probably know about him.

So it seems like there are 4 options, but in reality, only one is given... Pshaw!

This is not gal at all!

Oh well, at least they gave me one, so I don't need to dwell on it anymore.

Well, here comes Minami Moriyama's daughter.

He stood up, patted his dark blue skirt, gathered the hem, and then walked towards the small garden where he remembered some cucumbers and tomatoes growing.

On another note, I still prefer the Scummy Pink-haired Girl look from junior high, hehe~

Chapter 277 Overweight Girl Wakaba Mū

If we were to pinpoint the most significant difference between Tsukinomori and other schools, the lush greenery that surrounds all the roads within the school would certainly be one of them.

As you stroll through it, everything you see is a flowing scroll painting.

The ancient evergreen broad leaves form a lush green canopy, and the interlacing branches weave a short, cool green corridor. Sunlight filters through the leaves, casting dappled shadows that sway in the breeze like dancing golden musical notes.

Of course, such places are actually not many. What's more common here are the exquisite gardens on both sides of the road, symbolizing gentleness, vibrancy, and delicate beauty, filled with various flowers and orchids.

As a prestigious girls' academy, its clubs are somewhat different from those of ordinary schools.

For example, traditional arts clubs for women, such as flower arrangement, tea ceremony, and kimono, which are not common in ordinary schools, are also available here.

However, if he were to give his opinion, it would be less that the students here are more artistic, and more that they are wealthier and therefore have more room to pursue these artistic pursuits.

That's right. Just like playing music, flower arranging is also expensive. The flowers, plants, and branches used for daily practice alone are quite valuable.

Although a significant portion of the materials were likely taken from the school grounds due to its extensive green spaces and gardens, other schools do not have this advantage.

Speaking of flower arranging, he did learn some when he was a child, but he didn't practice much afterward, since there wasn't an environment overseas that required this skill.

The Horticulture Club he's going to, strictly speaking, should also fall into a category that ordinary schools wouldn't have.

Not every school can set aside a piece of land or even a separate greenhouse for students to cultivate their character and establish clubs.