Older Woman

Miyabi Nagumo looked at him, fell silent for a while, then let out a long sigh and leaned back against the chair.

"I'm jealous."

"Jealous of what?"

"I'm jealous that you live so freely. You do whatever you want, and when it comes to things you don't want to do, no matter who asks, it's useless."

Kazehara Tetsu looked at him, then suddenly changed the subject.

"How's your progress with Asahina-senpai?"

Miyabi Nagumo raised his head and glanced at Kazehara Tetsu. A hint of awkwardness rarely appeared on his usually composed face.

"A little... I suppose there's been some progress."

"Oh..."

Kazehara Tetsu looked at him and nodded. "Well, congratulations. Try to win her over before graduation."

Miyabi Nagumo stared at him for two seconds, then narrowed his eyes.

"Why do I feel like you're being sarcastic?"

"Not at all."

Kazehara Tetsu shook his head with a perfectly frank expression. "I'm being sincere. Think about it. You're the Student Council President—you've got the looks and the ability, yet you've been stumped by one girl for this long. I'm just hoping things work out for you."

"If you still can't win her over by graduation, you really won't have another chance. Everyone will go their separate ways. Where will you even look for her?"

"..."

Miyabi Nagumo opened his mouth, wanting to argue, but the words did make sense. In the end, he could only shake his head helplessly.

"You really have a sharp tongue..."

"All right."

Kazehara Tetsu waved a hand, interrupting him. "Enough with all that. I've collected the hundred thousand points, and I've kept you company while you made small talk. Hurry up and get to the point... Why did you call me here today?"

"I already turned down joining the Student Council. If you're still planning to