Sakura Airi: Hikaru, I Miss You So Much

"It seems you're better at handling relationships with your classmates than I thought, that's good."

After taking in their responses, Horikita Manabu offered a lukewarm compliment, then picked up his plate and stood up.

"Then please do your best, Hashiba, and let me see your skills."

"Please rest assured, Horikita-senpai, I will produce results."

"Goodbye."

"Yes, goodbye, Horikita-senpai."

"The dormitories here are old, but they feel quite clean, so I should be able to get a good night's sleep."

After returning to the dormitory with the boys in her group, Hashiba Hikaru looked around. Since the number of beds was determined by the number of members in the group, it must have been prepared by someone before they arrived.

"Yes, although it's old, the basic hygiene conditions aren't bad. Don't we have a dedicated cleaning and tidying team?"

Kanzaki Ryuji recalled the school's schedule, in which cleaning was a very important part.

"Let's tidy up first, everyone can get some rest early today."

Just as the students in Class A began tidying up their rooms, one of the three boys from the other classes raised a question.

"Shall we discuss who the [leader] of the group is?"

Hearing him ask that question, the busy boys in Class A all found it somewhat amusing, and Shibata was the first to respond.

"Who else do you think would be in charge of our group?"

"... If you're going to choose Classmate Hashiba, I think you should make things clear first. You'll have to submit a list to the teacher."

This boy is from the Shimazaki Kazunari in Class B of the First Year; he belongs to the Sakayanagi Faction.

"Oh well."

Hashiba Hikaru originally thought it was okay not to be the [person in charge], but since she had just made that bet with Miyabi Nagumo, she couldn't refuse now.

"Shimazaki- san, Okiya- san over there, and Nanpei- san, I'll be the [leader] of this group. Will you support me?"

"Take it or leave it, I don't care."

The first boy from Class C of the First Year was the one to speak up. He had originally joined Hashiba Hikaru's group with the idea of just getting by in the exam.

"I have no objection either."

Okiya from Class D of the First Year also agreed, finding it great to have someone to rely on.

As for Shimazaki, who took the initiative to suggest it, he didn't raise any objections after observing the situation. After all, this was Class A's territory, and Sakayanagi had informed the boys from Class B beforehand, telling them to adapt to the situation and get through the exam.

"Alright then, please let Classmate Hashiba lead us."

"No problem, no problem."

After tidying up the room, Hashiba Hikaru left the dormitory alone to give her teacher a final report.

Starting tomorrow, he will be living a rather serious group life according to the schedule. Since all twelve members in his group are from Class A, he is quite confident.

As for the bet with Miyabi Nagumo, it was certainly not a whim of the young man, but a step he had planned long ago.

Previously, Hashiba Hikaru had been hesitant about when to make the suggestion, but today, seeing the other party take the initiative to challenge Horikita Manabu, a whole plan immediately took shape in the boy's mind.

All the previous efforts were certainly not in vain. The Student Council is now clearly divided into the Nagumo Faction and the Hashiba Faction, a fact that even the blond guy knows.

If we can get 20 million Private Points from him this time, we can start to implement the groundwork laid in our previous communications with various gang leaders. After all, only the rich and powerful are popular, and when he falls from power, Hashiba Hikaru believes that many people will agree to kick him while he's down.

"This is really something to look forward to!"

After reporting the situation of the person in charge to the teacher, Hashiba Hikaru left the school building.

However, just as he was walking out, the boy caught a glimpse of a silver shadow out of the corner of his eye.

Good evening, Classmate Hashiba.

Sakayanagi Arisu, like an elf, stood under a tree not far away, gazing at the boy.

"Good evening."

"Could you keep me company for a little while?"

"... no problem."

489

Chapter 489 Sakura Airi: Hikari, I miss you so much.

As the sun slowly sets, the lush forest begins to be shrouded in a pale red veil, and a cool evening breeze rustles through the branches, making one feel refreshed and relaxed.

Hashiba Hikaru and Sakayanagi Arisu along the man-made corridor, where a long wooden path led to them as they chatted.

"Will Classmate Sakayanagi find this exam difficult?"

"I feel fine, after all, everyone takes the initiative to look after me, and I will do my best to help where I can."

The silver-haired girl smiled and replied, "Does Classmate Hashiba think I'm incapable of doing anything?"

"Of course not. The course content this time isn't very demanding. What I'm concerned about is the exam format later on."

"The exam format will probably be related to the previous schedule."

"Um."

Hashiba Hikaru smiled gently, glancing at the black cane that Sakayanagi Arisu right hand. In any case, the Forest School's exams would definitely be linked to athletic ability, and this guy would probably have a hard time.

After walking for a while, the two stopped on a terrace overlooking the mountains. The setting sun was about to sink below the horizon, and night was about to fall.

"Classmate Sakayanagi, I'll take you back to the girls' dormitory later."

He offered the suggestion.

"Sure, Classmate Hashiba must have met quite a few girls today, right?"

Sakayanagi Arisu smiled meaningfully, and her gaze made Hashiba Hikaru feel inexplicably nervous.

"... Why would you say that?"

"Hehe, I've known for a long time that Classmate Hashiba's love life is indeed quite eventful."

Sakayanagi Arisu curved eyebrows and a gentle smile on her lips.

She has a high level of acceptance in this regard, after all, the girl was born into the elite class of society, and it is not uncommon for outstanding men to have multiple partners at the same time.

As long as the other person can gain his inner approval, Sakayanagi Arisu wouldn't mind how many women he keeps on the side.

"Is that so?"

Looking at the other person's calm and serene face, Hashiba Hikaru breathed a sigh of relief.

Sakayanagi Arisu was probably the most difficult girl he knew to understand.

On the one hand, it's because the other person is too smart, and on the other hand, they rarely show their true emotions. Coupled with the girl's delicate appearance, she is more like a doll, making it impossible for people to see into her heart.

"Please rest assured, Classmate Hashiba. Even if I know a lot of things, I won't tell anyone."

Sakayanagi Arisu gripped her cane tightly again, preparing to return the way she came.

"Thank you so much, Classmate Sakayanagi. I'll repay you."

Hashiba Hikaru moved closer to her and walked alongside the girl.

"Is that so?"

Upon hearing this, Sakayanagi Arisu was slightly taken aback. Although she had been joking all along, after Hashiba Hikaru said that she could repay her, a lot of thoughts suddenly popped into the girl's mind.

"Let Classmate Sakayanagi think about this matter at her leisure. In any case, our secret cooperation continues. Let's consider more plans after we return to school."

Hashiba Hikaru stopped at the bottom of the stairs leading to the girls' dormitory.

"Is this enough, Classmate Sakayanagi? Goodnight."

"Okay, goodnight, Classmate Hashiba."

The silver-haired girl stood on the steps and looked back, gazing at the other person's gentle smile. A warm feeling slowly flowed through her heart.

Sakayanagi Arisu initially approached Hashiba Hikaru out of personal interest, and now, with increased contact, she was even more convinced that her choice was right.

"If we happen to bump into each other at a restaurant, would you like to chat?"

Sakayanagi Arisu suddenly asked.

"Sure."

"Then I'll go in first."

After revealing the thought that suddenly came to her mind, the silver-haired girl turned and walked into the school building.

For some reason, Sakayanagi Arisu's ears felt hot, but as dusk approached and the sky darkened, Hashiba Hikaru didn't notice anything unusual.

After her slender, petite figure disappeared completely from sight, Hashiba Hikaru did not leave, but turned around and walked into the forest again.

She had one last appointment to attend; that's the ultimate in time management!

As Hashiba Hikaru walked through the forest at dusk, she felt a pang of guilt.

The last person he was going to see was naturally Sakura Airi. For this girl who was timid and cowardly by nature, being last in line and meeting her in the evening was indeed inappropriate.

Because Horikita Suzune, Kushida Kikyo, and Ichinose Honami all sent him messages at the time, and some times were chosen by the girls themselves, so if they wanted to change it, they would have to come up with a reason, and in the end, they could only arrange it in this order.

After walking for a few minutes, the red-haired figure could be seen under the trees not far away, and Hashiba Hikaru quickened her pace and went closer.

"Airi."

He greeted us gently.

"Light!"

Upon hearing the familiar voice, Sakura Airi immediately turned her head. When her gaze locked onto the figure that haunted her dreams, she rushed towards Hashiba Hikaru almost without hesitation.

"Yes, I'm here."

Hashiba Hikaru pulled her into his arms tightly. Since the start of the Third Semester, he hadn't found a suitable opportunity to visit her dorm. Although they had been chatting on their phones, today was actually the first time they had had any real physical contact in a while.

"Hikari, I miss you so much..."

Feeling the familiar warmth enveloping her body, Sakura Airi kept pressing herself against the other person's chest, as if she wanted to merge with Hashiba Hikaru; she was truly bursting with desire.

"Yes, I have indeed neglected Airi lately and haven't had time to come and spend time with you."

Upon hearing this, the girl simply shook her head gently in his arms and spoke in an almost murmured voice.

"As long as the light can get through, I can endure anything."

"Honestly, Airi, saying that makes me feel even more guilty."

Hashiba Hikaru gently stroked her long hair. "After this exam is over, I'll prepare something to make it up to Airi when we get back to school."

"... compensate?"

"Hmm, is there anything Airi wants to do?"

"Hmm..."

The girl thought for a moment. She had fantasized about many things when she couldn't see Hashiba Hikaru, but now, pressed against his chest, Sakura Airi was speechless.

"It's okay, Airi has plenty of time to think it over. I just came to keep you company today. This exam was quite tough, so please Airi, Airi."

"Yes, I will listen to Guang's words carefully and strive to grow as a person."

Sakura Airi stared intently at Hashiba Hikaru's face as night fell and the surroundings became completely silent.

When everything is pitch black, it always gives rise to many different thoughts.

Sakura Airi had been holding back for so long, and when she touched her man's body again, her heart began to burn uncontrollably.

Hashiba Hikaru smiled when she felt the girl's little hand suddenly slip inside her clothes.

"Airi, what are you doing?"

"Can you love me here, Light?"

"... It gets very cold at night, Airi."

"But I feel really hot! Come and touch it if you don't believe me!"