She Has Clarified Her Feelings. / Horikita Suzune Plans to Make Chocolate.

"It's simple, I still have a secret weapon I haven't used yet."

Hashiba Hikaru smiled knowingly. A blond, burly man flashed into his mind. He'd heard that the man knew many upperclassmen, so getting him to help would definitely be no problem.

"A surprise attack?"

He's already here.

Hashiba Hikaru pointed to the entrance of the coffee shop, where a tall male figure had already pushed open the door and was walking briskly towards them.

"He is... Koenji Rokusuke?"

Kiryuuin Fuuka immediately called out his name.

"Does the senior know him?"

"I've only ever heard of the Koenji Conglomerate,"

The silver- Hashiba senior shrugged. "You can actually control Yujima?"

"It's just because of a promise. Koenji is a very straightforward person, and I believe he can make it happen."

Hashiba Hikaru smiled slightly, raised his hand, and waved to the blond man who was walking over.

"Koenji, over here."

"Classmate Hashiba, and... a certain senior from the Second Year? Good afternoon, both of you!"

The tall, blond man strode over to the table with an air of superiority, like a nobleman surveying his territory.

Good afternoon, Koenji- kun.

Hashiba Hikaru took the initiative to greet him, while Kiryuuin Fuuka, sitting opposite him, simply nodded to Koenji with a calm expression.

She had actually heard of Koenji's reputation long ago. This guy had connections with many upperclassmen, and some gossip uncontrollably reached the girl's ears.

Playing with girls' feelings is something Kiryuuin Fuuka hates, but strangely enough, even though she knew all along that Hashiba Hikaru was also juggling multiple relationships, the silver-haired girl couldn't bring herself to hate him at all.

Why is that?

Kiryuuin Fuuka, lost in thought, watched the two boys across from her start chatting, unable to come up with a reasonable explanation for the time being.

Let's look for the answer later.

552

Chapter 552 She made her feelings clear.

"Is this what Hashiba Boy wants me to do?"

After listening to Hashiba Hikaru's full explanation, Koenji Rokusuke glanced at the photo on the other person's phone and a mocking smile appeared on his lips.

"Yes, if Ms. Koenji can get her to vote for me in the upcoming voting meeting, then Koenji will have fulfilled the promise she made to me earlier."

Hashiba Hikaru explained earnestly, "What do you think?"

"This is no challenge at all. Is Hashiba Boy really going to waste such an important opportunity on this?"

Although Koenji Rokusuke was arrogant, he knew very well that the Classmate Hashiba, was no ordinary person. After graduation, the student might be able to do something earth-shattering.

"Although this simple matter has wasted the promise Koenji made to me, it might just create a new connection between us."

"What connection?"

Hashiba Hikaru thought about it seriously for a moment before replying, "Perhaps it's friendship?"

"Haha, so that's how it is!"

Upon hearing this, Koenji Rokusuke burst into hearty laughter, completely unconcerned about the stares of others, a trait he shared with Hashiba Hikaru.

"Alright then, I agree! I'll take care of this woman for Hashiba Boy."

"Thank you Koenji."

"Although I promised to do this for you, my previous promise still stands. The Koenji Conglomerate still owes you a favor. Hashiba Boy can bring it up again later."

Koenji Rokusuke extended his right hand towards Hashiba Hikaru, his expression becoming more serious.

"Why?"

"Since there's a possibility that a friendship could develop between us, then helping a friend out is nothing, right, what does Hashiba Boy mean?"

"That's true."

The boy nodded and shook hands with Koenji Rokusuke without any hesitation. After all this was done, Koenji Rokusuke laughed heartily again.

"A perfect man shouldn't interrupt his friend's date, or his girlfriend will get angry. Hashiba Boy, then we'll see you next time!"

Goodbye, Koenji- kun.

The tall, blond man turned around decisively, like a proud lion, and strode out of the coffee shop.

After he left, a smile appeared on Kiryuuin Fuuka's face, who hadn't said a word until now.

"Oh, has Kiryuin thought of something interesting?"

Hashiba Hikaru couldn't help but feel curious.

"I just figured out the answer to one question."

Kiryuuin Fuuka downed her coffee in one gulp, a captivating smile on her face.

The girl herself was exceptionally beautiful, and when she smiled like that, it was like a flower quietly blooming on a snowfield, radiating an enchanting magic from head to toe.

"Oh well."

Seeing the Silver-haired Senior with such a smile, Hashiba Hikaru didn't intend to press her for an answer, because there were more important things for him to think about.

"Don't you want to know what the problem I just figured out is, Hashiba?"

Kiryuuin Fuuka initiated the topic.

"If I ask, can Kiryuin tell me?"

Hashiba Hikaru smiled.

"Won't."

She looked at him with a smile.

"..."

"Then let's forget about it."

The boy didn't express any dissatisfaction; it shouldn't be a big deal anyway, so it didn't matter if she didn't say anything.

The two chatted for a while about their future plans. Half an hour later, Hashiba Hikaru got up to say goodbye to her senior and walked out of the coffee shop alone.

The silver-haired girl, sitting in place, stared intently at the boy's retreating figure. She touched her chest, and her rapidly beating heart conveyed an unwavering certainty to her.

The answers she came to through self-reflection helped Kiryuuin Fuuka understand many things.

Why do I have such a unique fondness for Hashiba Hikaru?

Why is it that even though Hashiba Hikaru is also two-timing, I can't bring myself to dislike him?

Why do we always subconsciously agree to others' requests, without even giving them much thought?

"So that's how it is..."

She always thought she helped Hashiba Hikaru because she found him interesting; the boy was a very special person in the school. However, as they spent more time together and had more interactions, Kiryuuin Fuuka gradually developed new ideas.

So what should I do?

The silver-haired girl has always been a person who dares to love and hate. She never follows the crowd and acts against the grain. Even if she is unconventional, it is no big deal for her.

"Hashiba... those two owe me favors, let's see if you have the guts to pay them back~"

After parting ways with Kiryuuin Fuuka, Hashiba Hikaru went to the cafeteria for lunch. After finishing, he still had some things to take care of at the Student Council. In any case, now that the impeachment time for Miyabi Nagumo had been determined, he was going to have a good showdown with him.

As the boy finished serving his food and looked for a seat, a new message suddenly popped up in the System Bar.

[Kiryuuin Fuuka has made her feelings clear and decided to make her move on you. Kiryuuin Fuuka Stock price has risen by 50, currently at 150.]

"???"

Um?

How did I suddenly become so clear about my feelings? I haven't done anything, have I?

With a puzzled look on his face, Hashiba Hikaru touched his chin. During their conversation at the coffee shop today, he hadn't said anything unnecessary to Kiryuuin Fuuka; it had all revolved around the upcoming impeachment proceedings.

Did I say something wrong?

After silently reviewing the conversation in her mind, Hashiba Hikaru still couldn't find the key point.

So he simply gave up and sat down to prepare his meal.

Anyway, rising stock prices are a good thing, and Kiryuin is indeed a nice girl; there's nothing wrong with continuing to get to know her.

"Let's eat, let's eat. We still have work to do later."

Hashiba Hikaru buried himself in his rice. It's best not to think about anything random while eating, as it's easy to get indigestion. However, just as he was clearing his mind and enjoying his food, someone suddenly sat down opposite the boy.

"Classmate Hashiba?"

It was a very familiar, clear female voice.

"Horikita, is there something you need?"

Hashiba Hikaru reluctantly raised her head, and what came into view was Horikita Suzune's delicate and pretty face, with a simple set meal in front of her.

"I have something to tell you."

"What's up?"

What flavor of chocolate do you like?

"..."

553

Chapter 553 Horikita Suzune prepares to make chocolate.

February is a very special month. For high school students full of youthful energy, although this month is short, it has the unique significance of Valentine's Day's Day.

With the overwhelming marketing campaigns from various businesses, many people, even without a partner, still eagerly anticipate this day. After all, it's the day when girls give chocolates to boys, and whether it's a "duty" chocolate or a "favorite" chocolate, it can ignite a competitive spirit among the boys.

In the noisy cafeteria, facing Horikita Suzune's serious little face, Hashiba Hikaru really didn't expect her to take the initiative to ask about this.

"Chocolate?"

"Yes, I'd like to know what flavor of chocolate Classmate Hashiba likes?"

Horikita Suzune explained again that although she didn't know how to date, the girl could search for related behaviors online. Since Valentine's Day was coming soon, she planned to prepare a gift for her "lover".

"Hmm... I'm actually not a big fan of chocolate, I rarely eat it."

Hashiba Hikaru probably guessed the answer and said very gently, "But I don't have any preferences, any flavor of chocolate is fine with me."

"Hmm... I understand."

Horikita Suzune nodded seriously and immediately took out her phone to record it.

"Don't worry about it too much, the chocolate is just a formality, Horikita- kun, you can relax a bit."

Hashiba Hikaru waved to her, "I'll be happy with whatever you give me."

"I'm going to make a batch of handmade chocolates."

Horikita Suzune shook her head. She had already found a shop that sold chocolate ingredients; she had gone out of her way to find out Hashiba Hikaru's preferences.

"Well..."

After understanding the girl's meaning, Hashiba Hikaru momentarily speechless. Giving her chocolates was one thing, but was she actually planning to make handmade chocolates?

If that's the case, then the meaning behind it is very significant, and a proper return gift is necessary.

"Classmate Hashiba doesn't like handmade chocolates?"

Horikita Suzune noticed the unusual look on the boy's face and immediately pressed him for an explanation.

"Of course not, as I just said, I'm open to any type of chocolate."