Luo Zhen's question had indeed come far too suddenly.
They had been discussing life matters one second, only for the topic to abruptly shift in the next. It was perfectly normal for everyone to be caught off guard.
However, Luo Zhen did not take back the question. He simply looked at Kyoko and waited for her answer.
This made Kyoko furrow her brows as a faint sense of displeasure welled up inside her.
Kyoko hated being interrupted like this.
As mentioned earlier, Kyoko had defeated all her competitors within the faculty through her sharp tongue and ruthless political maneuvering, ultimately becoming a full professor. This showed just how skilled she was at controlling the rhythm and techniques of a conversation.
Her earlier words had displayed this ability to perfection as well. She had shifted from the topic of The Seed to social achievements, then from social achievements to transferring schools and future arrangements. Everything had complemented the rest flawlessly, without the slightest opening. She had even implied to Luo Zhen that if he truly loved Asuna, he should work hard to give her a better life, creating an atmosphere in which the two of them had no choice but to follow her arrangements.
In the end, Kyoko's words had indeed won Shozo's support, leaving Koichiro speechless and Asuna unable to say anything. This was enough to prove how exceptional Kyoko's negotiating skills were.
All that remained was Luo Zhen.
As long as Luo Zhen nodded, this matter would be considered settled.
And Kyoko believed that after their conversation, Luo Zhen had no reason to refuse.
Who could have expected Luo Zhen to suddenly bring up such a topic, completely interrupting the atmosphere Kyoko had cultivated and undermining the position she had established? It was only natural for Kyoko to feel