Kushida Kikyo Earns Hashima Hikaru's Praise / Sakayanagi Arisu Decides to Gather Information

Upon hearing the words "song video" while sitting next to her, Sakura Airi's heart skipped a beat.

Although she suspected that people at school might hear the video when she posted it, she always thought she was just an inconspicuous person in her class and it was unlikely that anyone would make that connection.

But to her surprise, it was the person in question who came to see her in person this time. The girl was immediately flustered and didn't know how to react.

"After discovering this video, I was thinking about whether I should verify it. I know it might be presumptuous, but I just couldn't suppress my curiosity. Since Kushida said you are Sakura's friend, were you aware of this matter?"

Ichinose Honami spoke calmly and slowly, pulling out her phone to play the video.

"Well..."

After stealing a glance at Sakura Airi's expression, Kushida Kikyo took a deep breath and said, "I don't talk about this kind of thing when I'm with Sakura. I only found out about it today because Honami it."

"Really?"

Ichinose Honami looked suspicious.

Yes,

Kushida Kikyo gently placed her small hand on Sakura Airi's shoulder and said softly, "Sakura, what do you think of what Ichinose just said?"

"This..."

Sakura Airi deeply loves Hashiba Hikaru, and she will never give up on her, knowing that he won't abandon her.

Today's unexpected discovery is actually nothing major; as long as she doesn't admit that the song is related to the boy, that's the best solution she can think of.

"I did sing this song. I used to work with Blog Idol, so I thought I'd give it a try and expand in that direction."

This passage is short, but Sakura Airi put a lot of effort into saying it.

She wasn't friends with Ichinose Honami, nor with Kushida Kikyo, because they were only acquainted as lovers of Hashiba Hashima.

"So that's how it is!"

Ichinose Honami was taken aback. She never expected that this seemingly unremarkable girl would have such a side, and the photo of them holding hands resurfaced in her mind.

"And you..."

Ichinose Honami moment. Since the other party had admitted that she was the singer of the song, perhaps pressing her about the origin of the song would give her the answer she wanted.

But at that moment, Kushida Kikyo interrupted her speech.

"Could it be that Honami is so concerned because the song is called 'Light'?"

"Hmm."

These words immediately made Ichinose Honami stop what she was about to say. She looked at Kushida Kikyo's ambiguous smile and suddenly realized something else.

If she presses her for answers, there's nothing she can do if the other party denies it, since the girl doesn't yet have the courage to completely confront the truth.

The photo of Shiranami Chihiro had long been deleted by Ichinose Honami. She dared not gamble on Hashiba Hikaru's reaction to this; if she didn't choose her in the end, all of the girl's efforts so far would be in vain.

After much deliberation, a charming smile finally appeared on Ichinose Honami's face.

"Yes, I didn't expect you to notice. I was so concerned because the song's title sounds like 'light'."

The pink-haired girl looked at Sakura Airi with a longing expression and explained, "I never knew Sakura had this side to her. I really admire you, Blog Idol, you're amazing!"

"It's just a regular job, nothing... impressive."

Sakura Airi breathed a sigh of relief as she watched Ichinose Honami suddenly withdraw her aura. She then turned her gaze to Kushida Kikyo beside her, perhaps realizing something, which was why she interrupted the other's expression in time.

We should thank her.

466

Chapter 466. Kushida Kikyo received praise from Hashiba Hikaru.

After Ichinose Honami relaxed her aura, the three girls sat in her dormitory for another ten minutes or so before leaving. Watching their departing figures, the pink-haired girl let out a long sigh.

She was almost able to get the answer, but she suddenly stopped at the crucial moment because revealing such a thing would have too many chain reactions.

The girl touched her pocket and then took out the ring that Hashiba Hikaru had given her during winter break. Because she didn't want to be teased by the other students in her class, Ichinose Honami had only kept it in her pocket and hadn't worn it while at school.

The pink-haired girl gazed at the exquisite inner pattern of the ring, lost in thought.

This ring represents a promise from Hashiba Hikaru, not only to her personally, but also to Ichinose Honami's family. She sees it as a source of security and feels she must respond in a new way.

Slowly slipping the ring onto her middle finger, feeling the cool touch envelop her, Ichinose Honami decided she would keep a closer eye on her boyfriend from now on. With two years left until graduation, she felt it was too long.

On the other side, after leaving Ichinose Honami's dormitory, Sakura Airi and Kushida Kikyo walked side by side. The short-haired girl had a smile on her face, while the red-haired one looked melancholy.

Are you worried about Honami?

Kushida Kikyo asked lightly.

"Hmm... she must have discovered something, and she came here today to confirm it."

Sakura Airi's eyes dimmed slightly. "As the official girlfriend, Ichinose certainly has that right."

"But in the end, she still didn't say it, did she?"

Kushida Kikyo patted the other person's shoulder. Despite being lovers, with Hashiba Hikaru not around, it was she who was taking the initiative to comfort the other person.

"Is it because of the question Kushida just asked?"

Sakura Airi was a little concerned because she wasn't familiar with Ichinose Honami, but she was very familiar with Kushida Kikyo.

"Yes."

Kushida Kikyo nodded and continued to explain, "Actually, Honami is also very worried because she doesn't dare to reveal everything."

This was a judgment Kushida had made long ago; she knew that Ichinose Honami's whole heart belonged to Hashiba Hikaru.

Having multiple partners is a red line that should never be crossed between couples. Once it happens, it's hard to undo the damage. However, because Ichinose Honami could never accept breaking up with Hashiba Hikaru, Kushida dared to openly cheat on her partner.

"Why?"

Sakura Airi couldn't understand it. If she were Hashiba Hikaru's official girlfriend, she would never allow him to maintain contact with other girls.

"Because Honami doesn't want to break up with Hikaru-kun,"

Kushida Kikyo gave a bitter smile. "If things really fall apart like this, what do you think Hikaru-kun would choose?"

"Is it a breakup with Ichinose, or will they cut off all contact with us from now on?"

This question caused Sakura Airi to fall silent.

She thought about it and, based on her understanding of Hashiba Hikaru, she figured she wouldn't choose either option, and either outcome would be unacceptable to some people.

"Now you understand, right? As the official girlfriend, she has to bear much more pressure than us Stealthy Cat."

Kushida Kikyo sighed, "In any case, we have to be more careful from now on. Honami probably won't let this go so easily."

"Yes, I understand."

Sakura Airi nodded silently. Since the end of winter break, she hadn't met with Hashiba Hikaru privately. Her longing for her had long since overflowed, but now was indeed not the right time, so she could only continue to be patient.

After Kushida Kikyo and Sakura Airi separated, she immediately took out her phone and sent a message to someone.

Chat interface.

Kushida Kikyo: Are you there? I need to talk to you.

Hashiba Hikaru: What's up? I'm still busy with things at the Student Council right now.

Kushida Kikyo: It's about Ichinose Honami and Sakura Airi, something I think you'll definitely find interesting.

Upon seeing the two names appear simultaneously, Hashiba Hikaru paused slightly before immediately starting to type.

Hashiba Hikaru: What exactly happened?

Kushida Kikyo: Let's talk when we meet. I'll be waiting for you at our usual spot.

Hashiba Hikaru: OK.

The "old place" that Kushida Kikyo was referring to was actually the Artificial Island walkway next to where the boy had found her kicking the railing. Because it was located on the edge of the school, the foot traffic was always very low.

Hashiba Hikaru, sitting in the Student Council room, quickly packed up her things. She still had a little bit of work to do today, but she could take it to her dorm to finish it. Now, she was more concerned about what Kushida Kikyo had said.

After rushing to the agreed-upon place, the short-haired girl was gazing at the sunset sinking below the horizon, creating a beautiful scene.

"I am coming."

Hashiba Hikaru stepped forward. "Since you have something to tell me, shall we begin now?"

"Hikaru-kun ~"

Upon seeing her man, Kushida Kikyo's lips immediately curved into a gentle smile. She had made a great contribution today and deserved a reward.

"Well, tell me what happened first."

"Good."

So, in the following time, Kushida Kikyo recounted in detail everything she had seen and experienced. Because she was a firsthand witness, her account was quite vivid.

"... Is that how it is?"

After hearing the whole story, Hashiba Hikaru's expression became complicated. He raised his hand and rubbed his temples, never expecting that such a thing would happen without his knowledge.

"Wasn't I amazing? I interrupted Honami's questioning. Actually, it's a good thing for her."

Kushida Kikyo's pretty face wore an expression that said, "Praise me!"

"Yes, thank you so much today."

Hashiba Hikaru smiled. He knew what the other person meant. If he really let Ichinose Honami find out everything, then there would be no turning back.

"Since I've made such a great contribution, shouldn't Hikaru-kun?"

Kushida Kikyo smiled warmly.

What reward do you want?

"Honami will definitely be staying at your place tonight, so I won't go and join the fun. How about we wait until tomorrow?"

The short-haired girl smiled and nestled her body against the boy's, "Be good to me tomorrow... love me~"

"Can."

Hashiba Hikaru held Kushida Kikyo's slender waist tightly. Today's events were indeed unexpected, but they served as a reminder that achieving a happy ending for everyone was by no means an easy task.

We must be more cautious.

467

Chapter 467 Sakayanagi Arisu decides to gather intelligence.

Friday was the first week of the Third Semester, and the Student Council held a large regular meeting. As usual Miyabi Nagumo, the host, talked about his proud reform plan, while Hashiba Hikaru, who was sitting closest to him, took notes with a blank expression.

When the meeting ended, the young man returned to his seat with the documents. He didn't have many tasks today, but Miyabi Nagumo seemed to have planned it out in advance and assigned him a new task.

"Please have Vice President Hashiba Mian deliver this document to the Chairman's Office."

"OK."

Seeing the other person's smiling expression, Hashiba Hikaru nodded and turned to leave the Student Council office.

Logically, Miyabi Nagumo should have discovered part of the teenagers' power grab plan, but his reaction was quite interesting. Even though the matter was urgent, the blond-haired boy remained very relaxed, even focusing most of his energy on other things.

"Really, does he have some other confidence?"

Hashiba Hikaru, lost in thought as he moved down the corridor, was genuinely curious about the expression on Miyabi Nagumo's face when the actual impeachment took place. Would she have anticipated it, or would she be completely at a loss?

In any case, it's always good to prepare in advance, and the fact that the young man was pushing forward with his own plans was something that was destined to happen long ago.

Having been to the Chairman's office before, Hashiba Hikaru was quite adept at delivering documents. When he arrived at the door of Chairman Sakayanagi, he heard what sounded like a conversation inside, so he paused to listen for a moment.

After the sounds inside gradually subsided, Hashiba Hikaru raised her hand to knock on the door.

Knock knock knock.

After a few seconds, the same refined male voice from before came from inside the room after the knocking.

"Please come in."

After receiving permission, Hashiba Hikaru pushed open the door and entered. The silver-haired middle-aged man was sitting in his seat with a cell phone on his desk. There was no one else in the room.

"Oh, it's Classmate Hashiba. Is there something you need?"

A smile appeared on Sakayanagi Narimori's face; he was quite interested in Hashiba Hikaru.