Kushida Kikyo: "Don't Look at My Man!"

"Hateful."

The students in Class B of the First Year have not yet fully integrated. At this crucial moment of revealing the answer, everyone has different thoughts, and members of both factions have their own decisions. This is exactly the effect that Sakayanagi wanted.

The logic is simple: regardless of whether Katsuragi Kohei actually leaked the exam paper, the loss had already infringed upon the class's interests. Everyone in Class B is a "Akito," and if they want to feel more at ease, they might as well just blame someone.

"It seems you've reached a consensus."

Hashiba Hikaru didn't offer any advice, after all, this was someone else 'Matoba. He glanced at the students whispering in the classroom, then looked at Katsuragi Kohei, who hadn't said a word yet. This guy's faction had less than 10 people left, which was a very weak situation.

"Is Classmate Hashiba- kun bored?"

After everyone had finished reading the exam papers, Sakayanagi Arisu instructed Kamuro Masumi to collect them before sitting back down in her chair.

"No, I just came to watch the fun. It looks like... the fun is over."

The boy thought for a moment. After all, Class B was currently Class A's biggest rival, and he couldn't just sit and wait for Sakayanagi to completely take control of the class. So he continued, "I have indeed listened to a lot about your confrontation today, but since there is no truly solid evidence, let's not jump to conclusions. After all, no one wants to be led by the nose."

Upon hearing this, the silver-haired girl sitting in the chair slightly curled the corners of her lips. She glanced at Hashiba Hikaru with an expression that suggested she had expected this, but said nothing more.

Upon hearing Hashiba Hikaru's words, Katsuragi Kohei, who was standing opposite, immediately replied, "Then let's leave it at that. I believe that after today's events, everyone has their own judgment, so let's dismiss everyone for now."

"Well, everyone, please get some rest. You've all worked hard these past few days."

Sakayanagi Arisu spoke from behind Katsuragi. After the students in the classroom gradually dispersed, the girl looked at the two people at the door and heard their conversation.

"Ugh, the fun's over, how boring."

Hashiba Hikaru and Horikita Suzune struck up a conversation.

"I never even thought about it."

The girl's voice was indifferent.

"But Horikita- san doesn't have anything planned for today, does she?"

Hashiba Hikaru chuckled, "After all, we're meeting again tonight, aren't we?"

"Then why not just meet tonight?"

Horikita Suzune wasn't interested in the internal power struggles of Class B. She knew today was the day the bet would be tested, and she would definitely be meeting with Kushida Kikyo and Hashiba Hikaru that evening.

"Hehe, going out more often can help you absorb some knowledge."

Hashiba Hikaru spoke in a relaxed tone, turning to look at Sakayanagi Arisu: "Then we'll be going now. See you at the Student Council Classmate Sakayanagi."

"Classmate Hashiba, Hashima-kun. Have a nice evening."

"Uh, okay."

I don't know why, but I always felt that there was a hidden meaning in her blessing.

After turning around, Hashiba Hikaru left with Horikita Suzune. Once he was completely out of sight, Sakayanagi Arisu gave a light, casual instruction.

"Let's follow Classmate Hashiba tonight and see what he's up to."

"Understood."

Kamuro Masumi, who was already quite adept at this kind of thing, nodded, knowing she would be staying up late again tonight.

At 7:30 p. m., Hashiba Hikaru, after finishing dinner, headed to Kushida Kikyo's dormitory.

He had already sent a message to Horikita Suzune, and her reply was quite concise and clear. After all, the black-haired girl had a strong sense of time and was generally not late.

Arriving at the familiar floor, Hashiba Hikaru walked to Kushida Kikyo's door, and the door opened naturally, as if by telepathy. A short-haired girl in fluffy loungewear stood smiling in the entryway and greeted him.

"Good evening, Hikaru-kun- kun~"

"Good evening."

"Come in, it seems a bit chilly tonight."

Kushida Kikyo took his arm and pulled the boy into the dormitory.

"Isn't Horikita -kun here?"

Hashiba Hikaru entered the living room but did not find the familiar black-haired figure.

"She's here."

Kushida Kikyo felt a little annoyed when she heard the other person ask Horikita Suzune, but she still smiled and snuggled into Hashiba Hikaru's arms, saying sweetly, "There."

As the girl pointed in the direction she indicated, Hashiba Hikaru saw a solitary, aloof figure on the balcony outside.

That's strange. Why is he alone on the balcony? Does he not want to be alone with Kushida Kikyo in the room?

"I'll go call her."

"Let me go, Hikaru-kun, please sit here for now."

"... Oh well."

406

Chapter 406 Kushida Kikyo: Don't look at my man!

In the warm dormitory, Hashiba Hikaru was heating up milk, while Kushida Kikyo was hugging his waist and burying her face in his back.

"Didn't Horikita come in? Let's talk to her first."

The boy stood in front of the stove, carefully controlling the heat.

"I have nothing to say to that woman. I still prefer being with Hikaru-kun."

Although Kushida Kikyo and Horikita Suzune are classmates, they still maintain a great distance from each other after so long. This is intentional on their part and not their normal social interaction.

"Alright, you guys should handle your own affairs."

Hashiba Hikaru didn't try to persuade her further. Instead, he heated up the milk, put on gloves, took it out of the pot, poured three glasses of milk, and then walked into the living room with Kushida Kikyo.

Good evening, Horikita.

"Good evening."

Horikita Suzune nodded to the boy, her gaze lingering on Kushida Kikyo's arm linked with Hashiba Hikaru's before finally looking away.

"Try some hot milk, it's cold tonight."

Hashiba Hikaru placed the three glasses of milk she had poured on the table, one glass for each of the three people.

"Thanks."

Horikita Suzune rarely refuses Hashiba Hikaru's suggestions. She glanced at the short-haired girl who remained unmoved, and picked up the milk in front of her.

"Don't you drink the Kikyo?"

Seeing that Kushida Kikyo hadn't moved, Hashiba Hikaru was a little puzzled.

"I want Hikaru-kun to feed me."

"... Why?"

"Don't you always feed me your milk? I don't want to do it this time either."

Kushida Kikyo's face flushed, and she stared at Hashiba Hikaru's face with seductive eyes.

"..."

"You win."

Hashiba Hikaru looked up and tapped her on the head, then picked up the milk and held it to Kushida Kikyo's lips, gently feeding her the milk.

"Um... slow down."

"Then you do it yourself?"

"Snort."

After finishing her milk, Hashiba Hikaru handed a tissue to the other person and then looked back at Horikita Suzune expression was indifferent.

"Now that we've finished the milk, let's get down to business."

"Can."

Horikita Suzune put down her glass, her tone calm.

"What subject did Horikita and Kikyo make a bet on?"

Hashiba Hikaru looked at the short-haired girl sitting next to her.

"English..."

You could tell that Kushida Kikyo was still quite unconvinced, after all, she was only a few points away from winning.

"So how did the final scores go?"

Hashiba Hikaru studied the black-haired girl opposite her. The girl nodded slightly and said, "I won."

"Alright then, this bet ends with Horikita winning. After all, scores can't be denied. What are your opinions?"

I have no objection.

Horikita Suzune gave a curt response.

"I... have no objection either."

Kushida Kikyo was very unhappy. Being forced to admit defeat to the person she hated most in front of the man she loved was a really painful feeling.

"Then let's do it this way, Horikita. What were the conditions for your victory?"

"From now on Kushida, you are not allowed to target me."

Horikita Suzune recalled the contents of the bet. Although it was a very small victory, it was still quite good to be able to get rid of Kushida Kikyo's constant targeting.

Did you hear that?

Hashiba Hikaru asked the girl beside her.

"..."

"Uh-huh?"

The boy raised an eyebrow and urged him on.

"I heard you, I understand, I won't target that woman again."

Kushida Kikyo reluctantly raised her head.

"Good, good, good. A child who keeps their promise is a good child."

Hashiba Hikaru smiled and patted her back to help the girl catch her breath.

"Snort!"

After being easily calmed down, Kushida Kikyo asked Hashiba Hikaru to take a step back. Once the boy moved his chair back, she immediately leaned in and sat directly on his lap.

"What's wrong?"

Embracing the other's slender waist, Hashiba Hikaru asked.

"Since Hikaru-kun says I'm a good kid who keeps his promises, are there any rewards for good kids?"

Kushida Kikyo raised her hand and wrapped it around his neck, her expression brightening.

"Even if there's a reward, it shouldn't be now. We should be more mindful of the occasion."

Hashiba Hikaru glanced at Horikita Suzune sitting opposite her. The other woman stared coldly at the couple who were already pressed together, and Hikari felt a strange sense of unease rising in her heart.

"So what? This is my dorm room. We don't need anyone's permission to do what we want, do we?"

Kushida Kikyo did it on purpose for Horikita Suzune's benefit.

Even if you win, what difference will it make? Do you even have a man who cares for you?

"We still need to be mindful of the impact, after all, I still have things to discuss with Horikita."

Hashiba Hikaru smiled slightly, asked the short-haired girl in his arms to be quiet for a moment, and then spoke.

"Although Horikita won the bet, I still hope that Kikyo Horikita her secret."

"I'm not a gossipy person, and I have no interest in spreading other people's past."

The black-haired girl's answer was calm, after all, she had never done such a thing before.