Shiina Hiyori's Writing and Ibuki's Odd Attitude / Ibuki Mio: "Would You Break Up with Ichinose?"

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Chapter 358 Shiina Hiyori's writing, Ibuki's strange attitude.

Sitting down with Shiina Hiyori at her desk, the girl took out the excellent mystery books she had collected recently. These books looked very well taken care of, with beautiful covers and packaging.

Hashiba Hikaru glanced at them briefly and found that most of them were classic mystery novels, which should be Shiina Hiyori's favorite type.

"It looks really good. Has Shiina already seen it?"

The boy stroked the covers of these books. Most detective novels put a lot of effort into their cover designs, not only to convey a unique tone but also to attract readers to actively flip through them.

"Yes, I've already finished reading all of these books. If you'd like to read them, Classmate Hashiba, I can lend them to you."

A sweet smile appeared on Shiina Hiyori's face. This was her first goal for the day: to lend her favorite book to Hashiba Hikaru.

That's great!

Hashiba Hikaru picked up these mystery novels and sorted through them. In the realm of classic mystery, many new writers are always emerging, and one can witness all sorts of writing techniques and ingenious ideas.

"Yes, yes, you can take them all if you want to see them Classmate Hashiba."

Shiina Hiyori and placed her hand on the books, giving Hashiba Hikaru a brief introduction.

"These are all new works published this year, and many of the authors' plot ideas are quite novel. I believe Classmate Hashiba will definitely be interested."

"Indeed, every now and then some amazing new authors emerge in the classic mystery genre, which is really great."

Hehehe.

Just as the two were having a pleasant conversation as kindred spirits, Ibuki Mio, who was sitting on the sofa next to them, clearly couldn't stand it anymore. She immediately took out her phone and started browsing posts on the Student Forum.

Hashiba Hikaru and Shiina Hiyori both noticed this, but the gray-haired girl was the first to react. She pointed to her bedroom, indicating that they could move to another location now.

"Are you going?"

The girl conveyed this meaning to Hashiba Hikaru using mouth movements.

"Good."

The man nodded subtly, got up, Shiina Hiyori. Ibuki Mio, who was sitting on the sofa, didn't notice this. Her eyes were reflecting the light from her phone screen, and she looked very focused.

Let's go.

"Um."

After quietly entering Shiina Hiyori's bedroom, Hashiba Hikaru saw a large number of books, stretching from the girl's bedside to the wooden table next to her. They all looked carefully arranged, with most of the books placed in order, appearing exceptionally neat.

"Are all these books collected by Shiina since the start of the school year? That's amazing!"

Hashiba Hikaru was genuinely amazed. Although he also enjoyed reading, he didn't prioritize books. He would only collect books he liked in his spare time. But judging from Shiina Hiyori's behavior, it seemed that she had been organizing these materials from the very beginning.

"These are all my favorite works in the bedroom. I've seen some of them several times, but I still want to see them again!"

When introducing the contents of her book collection, Shiina Hiyori's previously quiet and gentle aura instantly transformed into a more passionate one, her beautiful eyes sparkling with brilliance.

"That's really impressive. I could never do that."

Hashiba Hikaru Shiina love reading so much, have you ever tried writing anything?"

Yes, I have.

To this question, Shiina Hiyori's answer was quite straightforward; she blinked, giving the impression that she had already written about it before.

"Oh, really? Then Shiina, could you show me your work?"

Hashiba Hikaru hadn't expected that this literary girl had actually done creative work. If that's the case, perhaps she could really develop in that direction in the future.

"I feel my writing isn't very good, and I'm a little embarrassed to let people read it..."

A faint blush crept onto Shiina Hiyori's pretty face, but seeing Hashiba Hikaru's expectant eyes, she couldn't bear to refuse her.

After a while, the girl bent down and took out a light blue notebook from the bedside table drawer, then held it tightly in her hand.

"Does Classmate Hashiba really want to watch this?"

Shiina Hiyori confirmed again.

"Of course, I'm very interested in Shiina's creativity."

"Alright then, please don't make fun of me."

The gray-haired girl solemnly handed the notebook to the other person, as if revealing her own hidden world.

"How could that be? People who can create their own works are all very talented, and I will appreciate them carefully."

Hashiba Hikaru Shiina Hiyori sat together on her soft bed, and since they were there to enjoy a story, the boy's expression immediately became quite serious.

"Then please give me your feedback after you've finished reading it Classmate Hashiba."

"Uh-huh."

The two leaned their shoulders together, the boy looking down at the words in his notebook, while the girl tilted her head to gaze at his serious profile. Because they rarely had the opportunity to be so close, Shiina Hiyori's heart couldn't help but pound wildly at this moment.

Gazing at Hashiba Hikaru's handsome and refined features, the girl felt a surge of deep affection.

She couldn't help but recall their first encounter. It was just an ordinary day at the library, but the sudden appearance of the other person added a bright touch to Shiina Hiyori's life. As time passed, it gradually evolved into a richer picture, captivating her and making her unable to extricate herself.

If only things could stay like this forever...

Shiina Hiyori leaned gently on Hashiba Hikaru's shoulder, indulging in fantasies unique to girls.

Unbeknownst to her, the bedroom door had already been quietly opened a crack, and a pair of eyes, gleaming with complex emotions, took in the scene inside. However, she did not disturb them at this moment, but instead sighed softly in her heart.

Hashiba Hikaru, who was completely absorbed in Shiina Hiyori's works, naturally didn't notice these external things. He was only pleasantly surprised because the girl's writing and ideas were really ingenious. As a mystery novel enthusiast, although her story was not a mystery novel, it was rich in many elements that only mystery novels would have.

From its captivating beginning to its twists and turns, the boy was engrossed in the book, carefully reading the words recorded in his notebook and thoroughly enjoying the fantasy world of this girl with a delicate and rich soul.

After a long while, Hashiba Hikaru finally raised her head.

"How about it?"

Shiina Hiyori immediately pressed for the other person's opinion.

"Amazing!"

Hashiba Hikaru smiled approvingly, looking intently at Shiina Hiyori's face, and said, "Shiina's story is really interesting; I think it could even be a contender for publication."

"Really?"

The girl's pretty face lit up with the joy of being praised by her sweetheart, and her voice even rose a little higher.

"I just wrote it casually; I never thought about whether it would be published."

"Don't underestimate yourself. I think it's great. Shiina can give it a try. After all, aren't there writers in the industry who debuted as minors?"

Hashiba Hikaru's tone was full of encouragement. He stroked the notebook in his hand. After reading this story, which had no ending yet, he sincerely believed that the other person could really continue on this path.

"I've never tried submitting anything before, does Classmate Hashiba really think I can do it?"

Shiina Hiyori wasn't lacking in confidence; rather, she had never considered it in that direction. As a book lover, after her first attempt at writing, she felt it was just for her own amusement.

"Yes, Shiina is a very talented young writer. The writing style and logical structure of this story are quite good. It doesn't look like the work of a novice at all. I think it's definitely fine."

"Then... shall I give it a try?"

"Hmm, but there are still some issues. Let's have a discussion first. What are your thoughts on the plot of this story, Shiina?"

At this moment, Hashiba Hikaru's creative desire had been aroused by the other person. He stared intently at Shiina Hiyori's pretty face, intending to help her embark on the path of becoming a writer.

"Alright, then please give me some pointers Classmate Hashiba."

Shiina Hiyori was in high spirits; her delight lay in being able to discuss things with him, which satisfied her inner desires.

"Uh-huh."

Just as the two were about to begin discussing Storytelling, the door was suddenly pushed open.

"Hey, what are you two doing?"

Without a word, Ibuki Mio strode in, her pretty face bearing a cold expression, seemingly displeased.

"Uh, we're going to discuss the story Shiina wrote herself, Ibuki don't misunderstand."

Hashiba Hikaru explained to her with a smile.

"Yes, Ibuki, Classmate Hashiba and I are about to discuss the story I wrote earlier."

When Shiina Hiyori abruptly barged into her bedroom, Ibuki Mio was somewhat surprised, but she wasn't displeased with her friend's behavior, since the other person was worried about her.

"How about we discuss this another time? It's already quite late."

Ibuki Mio her arms and pointed to the clock on the bedroom wall. It was already past nine o'clock, with more than ten minutes to go before ten.

"But..."

Shiina Hiyori wanted to try again, but she knew she couldn't invite Hashiba Hikaru to stay overnight because Ibuki Mio would absolutely not agree.

"Alright, let's discuss it next time. Anyway, today's book recommendation meeting was already very successful."

Hashiba Hikaru noticed the conflict in Shiina Hiyori's eyes. He picked up the three books she had lent him and stood up with a smile.

Let's discuss this again next time.

"Okay, I understand."

"Then I'll see you out, Hashiba."

Ibuki Mio kept her gaze fixed on Hashiba Hikaru, afraid that he might change his mind.

"Hehe, then I'll leave it to you Ibuki."

Hashiba Hikaru looked at the short-haired girl's forcedly serious expression and couldn't help but feel a little amused, but she didn't laugh out loud.

359

Chapter 359 Ibuki Mio: Are you willing to break up with Ichinose?

As Shiina Hiyori watched them leave, Hashiba Hikaru and Ibuki Mio walked out of each other's dormitories together.

Feeling the autumn night breeze, the boy looked at the short-haired girl beside him and decided to tease her, "Ibuki is such a reliable friend, isn't she? It's so kind of you to think so much about Shiina -san."

"Because Shiina is so innocent, I don't want her to be deceived by some pervert!"

Ibuki Mio glanced at the handsome young man beside her, deliberately emphasizing a certain word.

"Pervert? You don't mean me, do you?"

Hashiba Hikaru countered with a question.

"He already has such a lovely girlfriend, but he's still getting so close to other girls. What is he if not a pervert?"

"Shiina and I are just like-minded friends, Ibuki, you've really misunderstood."

Hashiba Hikaru explained with a cheerful smile.

Ibuki Mio does have a slightly goofy feel to her, but the boy doesn't dislike her; on the contrary, he finds her straightforward personality quite amusing.

"Your explanation is useless to me; I will see for myself."

Ibuki Mio tightened her coat, her tone still cold.

"Are you feeling a bit cold? Why don't you leave me here? I can take the elevator myself."

When they arrived at the elevator, Hashiba Hikaru noticed the girl's subtle gesture and offered to let her go without seeing her off.

"..."

Upon hearing this, Ibuki Mio fell silent for a moment, but she didn't stop walking. Instead, she and Hashiba Hikaru entered the elevator going downstairs.

"Um... Ibuki, is there something you want to tell me?"

Hashiba Hikaru naturally sensed the other person's emotions and spoke quite naturally.

"Yes, I'm thinking about something very important."

"Is this what you were planning to tell me?"

"Shut up! I need to think about how to talk to you."

Ibuki Mio glared at him; after all, she had little experience with this kind of thing, and it was all new to her.

"Alright then, I'll wait for Ibuki to organize her thoughts."

Hashiba Hikaru shrugged. Although he didn't know what Ibuki Mio was going to say, he guessed that it must be related to Shiina Hiyori.