Kiryūin Fūka's Special Help

"Hashiba."

After packing up the equipment, a familiar female voice came from behind Hashiba Hikaru.

"Senior from Kiryuin?"

He glanced back and realized that the only person in the school who called him by that title was Kiryuuin Fuuka; the other Second Year- or third-year girls called him "President."

"Have you finished your training for today?"

The tall, voluptuous, Silver-haired Senior looked Hashiba Hikaru up and down, her eyes crinkling with satisfaction.

"Just finished, senior, do you have any advice for me?"

Hashiba Hikaru wiped the sweat from her forehead, not quite understanding why this Second Year student didn't need to work hard for the final Special Exam.

"Do you remember you still owe me two things? You promised to do them, but you haven't done them yet?"

Kiryuuin Fuuka touched her long silver hair, a hint of resentment in her eyes.

"Uh, I've been quite busy, but I'll try to meet up with my senior to fulfill our promise when I have time."

Hashiba Hikaru was actually a little embarrassed because Kiryuuin Fuuka had helped him several times, and he owed her several favors, but had never found an opportunity to repay them.

"But you should be free these few days, right? Could you give me some time?"

Kiryuuin Fuuka smiled and asked meaningfully, "After all, your little girlfriend, as the class's [Commander Tower], has been very busy lately~"

"Um?"

Hashiba Hikaru was slightly taken aback. He looked Kiryuuin Fuuka up and down at the ambiguous smile on her face and immediately connected it to Ichinose Honami's unusual attitude over the past two days.

Could it be related to her?

"Does Kiryuin know something?"

"Know something?"

The Silver-haired Senior frowned slightly, her long, beautiful willow-leaf eyebrows furrowing as she replied in a questioning tone, "What you're saying is rather nonsensical. How am I supposed to know what Hashiba wants to ask?"

"It's about... Honami. Have you seen each other during this time?"

Seeing Kiryuuin Fuuka's feigned ignorance, Hashiba Hikaru Hajima became even more certain of his guess: the other party had definitely met with Ichinose Honami.

"Why is Hashiba suddenly asking this? Do I need to report to you when I meet Ichinose?"

A mocking smile curled at the corners of Kiryuuin Fuuka's lips. She enjoyed this feeling, enjoyed watching the boy's anxious expression as he faced an out-of-control situation.

"Uh... no, I was just curious."

"If I've met Ichinose- senpai before, are you free to keep me company today?"

Kiryuuin Fuuka dropped her bombshell. Of course, she knew that Hashiba Hikaru wasn't lying when he said he was busy, but it was quite a fun way to force him to change his plans.

"... Okay, but it's already five o'clock. What are you planning to do Kiryuin?"

After thinking about it, Hashiba Hikaru finally agreed to her request.

Let's go shopping.

The silver-haired senior student came up with an idea that surprised him.

"Shall we go shopping now?"

Hashiba Hikaru glanced at the students training enthusiastically on the playground. The exams were just around the corner, and the Keyaki Mall had been deserted these past few days as everyone was making the most of their time to prepare.

"Surprised?"

"No, since you want to do that, let's go shopping then."

Since today's training tasks were already completed, Hashiba Hikaru felt that taking a break wouldn't hurt.

"Let's go then!"

Kiryuuin Fuuka suddenly grabbed his hand, causing the boy's expression to change instantly.

"Um... isn't that a bit inappropriate, senior?"

"I don't think it's a problem. Your girlfriend won't bother you these next few days, so don't worry."

Kiryuuin Fuuka let out a hearty laugh, took Hashiba Hikaru's hand, and turned to walk towards the Keyaki Mall, completely ignoring the strange looks from those around her.

"..."

This guy must have talked to Ichinose Honami about something, otherwise he wouldn't have said something like that.

"Oh well."

Hashiba Hikaru didn't dwell on it any longer. Since she wanted to find out what she and her girlfriend had talked about, she decided to just go along with her for now.

As the two left the playground hand in hand, many students training nearby saw them, and their expressions were quite subtle.

Hashiba Hikaru was already quite famous at the school. Apart from the first-year students, many upperclassmen knew that his girlfriend was a pink-haired beauty named Ichinose Honami. However, even with a girlfriend, the number of girls around him didn't decrease at all.

And now he actually dares to openly hold hands with Second Year student and leave? That's just too much!

Doesn't Ichinose mind at all?

Hashiba Hikaru could probably guess what everyone was thinking, but she didn't have time to worry about that now.

Besides holding hands, Kiryuuin Fuuka was standing next to the boy, even pressed her body against him. This Second Year student was about 1.7 meters tall, and her head could just rest on his shoulder.

Maintaining such an intimate posture while moving around in the sparsely populated Keyaki Mall is quite eye-catching.

After all, no one would choose to show affection in public at this time; everyone is preparing for exams and won't waste precious preparation time.

"Is Hashiba curious about our Second Year exams?"

Kiryuuin Fuuka gripped the boy's large hand tightly. Her hand was smaller than Hashiba Hikaru's, of course, but the girl liked to take the initiative.

"It would be a lie to say I'm not curious, but what I'm more concerned about is whether Kiryuin doesn't need to study?"

Hashiba Hikaru let the other person hold her hand, or even link arms with her, since she had already given up on everything.

"No need. I can beat my opponents even without studying, so the person in charge of our class doesn't impose any restrictions on me at all."

A confident smile appeared on Kiryuuin Fuuka's lips. She had always been like this since she entered the school; no one could restrict a girl's private time.

"I see, then I am truly honored."

"Certainly."

"There's a nice restaurant up ahead, shall I treat you to dinner, senior?"

"Sure, junior Hashiba is quite sensible. I'll tell you what you want to know after you've made me happy."

"... good."

Chapter 655 The Special Help from Kiryuuin Fuuka.

Upon entering this Family Restaurant, which they had visited several times before, the two were led to their seats by a waiter.

"Girls first, senior, please order."

Hashiba Hikaru handed the menu to the other person, which was his habit, since most of the people he ate with were girls.

"Hehe, what a gentleman."

After taking the menu, Kiryuuin Fuuka said in a teasing tone, "Judging from Hashiba- senpai's natural reaction, he must have eaten with many different girls, right? No wonder he's so skilled."

"... Senior, please stop teasing me. Why don't you see if there's anything you like to eat?"

Hashiba Hikaru rubbed her temples. In fact, Kiryuuin Fuuka had always been an unpredictable girl because many of her reactions were very erratic and baffling.

"Haha, there's nothing wrong with admitting this, after all, there's always a reason why a popular guy is popular."

Kiryuuin Fuuka casually ticked a few dishes on the menu, her tone still playful, "To be liked by so many beautiful girls, Hashiba- kun certainly has many attractive qualities."

"Is that so?"

Hashiba Hikaru is pondering how to get along with this Second Year student, trying to figure out how to handle her.

"Yes, um... let me think about it. What are your strengths?"

Kiryuuin Fuuka handed the menu back, then started counting on her fingers the merits of Hashiba Hikaru.

"First of all, junior student Hashiba is very good-looking."

"..."

She pursed her lips, and relying on her memory, Hashiba Hikaru selected two of her favorite dishes, then handed the menu to the waiter beside her.

Who knows what shocking things Kiryuuin Fuuka might say next? It's best to let those who are not involved leave as soon as possible.

"Don't make that face. Being good-looking is very important."

Kiryuuin Fuuka's expression suddenly turned into that of a seasoned beauty pageant expert, and she began to launch into a long-winded speech.

"It's precisely because Hashiba is so good-looking that many people enjoy interacting with you. Even if they don't know much about your personality, you're always pleasing to the eye, aren't you? In this respect, boys and girls are the same; everyone has a love for beauty."

"Then what?"

Hashiba Hikaru neither confirmed nor denied this.

"Secondly, you are very capable and have accomplished many remarkable things since the start of the semester."

Kiryuuin Fuuka said with a smile, "Before you enrolled, this school was so boring; I couldn't find anything interesting to do."

"Is that so?"

The boy's tone was indifferent; although he was being praised to his face, he couldn't feel happy.

"And also..."

The silver-haired senior touched her chin, scrutinized the other person's face for a long time, and then slowly uttered a few words, "I guess."

"Feel?"

"Yeah, feelings are really important. I'm not interested in other good-looking or capable people, but I've developed feelings for you, and that's the core reason~"

Kiryuuin Fuuka chuckled and explained that she had liked Hashiba Hikaru for a long time, but there was still a distance between them. Not only was the time not right, but she also needed a suitable opportunity to express her feelings.

"I see."

Hashiba Hikaru nodded. He wasn't interested in that; what mattered more to him was understanding what the upperclassman opposite him had said to Ichinose Honami.

While waiting for the food to be served, the two chatted briefly about what had happened at school. It wasn't until they started eating that Hashiba Hikaru began to talk about serious matters.

How is Kiryuin feeling right now?

"Not bad."

The Silver-haired Senior picked up a piece of beef that had just been served and put it in her mouth. After finishing it, she added a few comments, "It doesn't taste as good as yours, Hashiba."

"Then I can prepare a bento for my senior next time."

Hashiba Hikaru stared intently at her, as if trying to convey her inner thoughts through her eyes.

"Hehe, that won't be necessary. I still prefer to eat freshly cooked food in your dorm."

Kiryuuin Fuuka shook her head. After feeling the boy's "burning" gaze, she knew he was waiting for her to explain what she had just said.

"Forget it, having you stare at me like that is ruining my appetite. Junior, Hashiba, you really have no sense of romance."

The Silver-haired Senior rolled her eyes dramatically, but a smile remained on her lips.

"Sorry, I've been thinking about that question the whole time, and I haven't been able to focus on anything else."

Hashiba Hikaru nodded, her expression unchanged.

"Alright, alright, I'll tell you then. Hashiba is such an impatient person."

After thinking for a moment, Kiryuuin Fuuka stopped keeping her in suspense and began to explain her previous encounter with Ichinose Honami.

"Just a few days ago, I ran into Ichinose- senpai by chance, and then I treated her to a meal."

"Um."

"The issues we discussed were actually quite simple, since I wasn't particularly familiar with her. The only topic left was you, Hashiba."

"Uh... so what did you guys talk about?"

Hashiba Hikaru paused for a moment, then asked a more important question.

"It's very simple, I just told her an obvious truth."