Shiina Hiyori's Envy / Horikita Suzune's Jealousy

"Good."

Horikita Suzune reached out and hugged Hashiba Hikaru's lower back, burying her head directly into the boy's chest.

It's only eight o'clock. Since the other person put their arm around her first, she can't be blamed for getting a little carried away.

"Let me recharge before I set off, and absorb some of the energy from the Suzune."

Hashiba Hikaru guessed what the girl was thinking, hugged her tightly, and teased her with a smile.

"Me too."

Horikita Suzune didn't seem to understand, but she didn't refuse. She just wrapped her arms around the boy's lower back even tighter.

At nine o'clock, the two walked out of the dormitory building together and headed towards the Keyaki Mall.

Horikita Suzune doesn't need to play the role of a popular class angel like Kushida Kikyo, nor does she need to be afraid of being constantly noticed by others like Sakura Airi. Her confidence and aloof attitude are a very good positioning, which can reduce trouble and allow her to easily get things done.

For example, dating.

Because Hashiba Hikaru's official girlfriend is Ichinose Honami, Horikita Suzune did not hold the boy's hand as they moved together; she simply stood very close, almost close enough to hug him.

"If our first stop is a bookstore, what book does Suzune want to buy today?"

Hashiba Hikaru didn't care about other people's opinions either. He was already quite noticeable on campus, but none of that would affect his mood for his date today.

"It's a social science book, and I've heard the reviews are pretty good."

Horikita Suzune followed the boy's steps. She was about the same height as Ichinose Honami. Because of her experience in martial arts, her long, rounded legs were very powerful, and she was not left behind at all.

"Social Sciences?"

Hashiba Hikaru was somewhat puzzled. He read a lot of books, but he had very little experience with social sciences, so he asked with some concern, "What kind of social sciences?"

"Well..."

Feeling her lover's warm gaze, Horikita Suzune's pretty face suddenly flushed, and her eyes darted away.

"Can't I say?"

"It's about how couples can get along better..."

"Oh, I see."

Hashiba Hikaru looked enlightened and said with a smile, "Then let's take a look together."

"... OK."

Horikita Suzune's cheeks turned even redder.

While researching, she heard that the book not only taught people how to get along with their partners, but also included a section on teaching and breaking down movements for male and female sports...

If Guang saw me, wouldn't he think I'm weird?

Touching her burning face, the black-haired girl followed Hashiba Hikaru step by step into the bookstore.

Chapter 690 Shiina Hiyori's Envy.

The bookstore has a large storefront. Although Tokyo Advanced Nurturing High School has a large Library, even the largest Library will always have some areas it can't cover, such as newly released popular magazines, comics, or some more specialized materials.

After entering the bookstore, Hashiba Hikaru followed Horikita Suzune to her pre-selected destination—the social sciences section.

Besides some scholars' autobiographies and everyday tidbits, the book also contains many social science books that leave readers scratching their heads.

"Did Suzune find the book she wanted to buy?"

Hashiba Hikaru's gaze swept across the rows of bookshelves, but since Horikita Suzune hadn't mentioned the name, he didn't know which book it was.

"Yes, I've already seen it."

The black-haired girl moved quickly, pulling out a book with a light yellow cover from the second shelf, then turning around and heading to the cashier to pay without pausing.

Hashiba Hikaru followed behind the girl. After paying, she saw Horikita Suzune put the book directly into her bag and zip it up.

It's quite a coincidence that the books fit perfectly inside, without any issue of proportions being off.

"So, does that mean the mission for the first stop is complete?"

The boy didn't bother to find out what the book was about; he figured he'd find out eventually anyway. Since Horikita Suzune had taken care of today's arrangements, he was happy to relax.

"Okay, next stop is the gift shop."

Horikita Suzune's schedule had already been copied into her phone's notes app. After buying the books, her next plan was to visit a gift shop.

"A gift shop?"

Hashiba Hikaru Hajime looked Horikita Suzune up and down. Logically speaking, she shouldn't be the kind of person who likes to buy things, and her usual spending is very low.

"Because Guang gave me perfume last time, and I haven't returned the favor yet."

Horikita Suzune smiled slightly. She really liked that perfume; as an intimate gift from her lover, it held even more meaning.

"I see, then let's go together."

Hashiba Hikaru nodded and walked out of the bookstore with Horikita Suzune. Unbeknownst to them, two girls were watching them from two bookshelves away.

One person was holding two books, looking somewhat dazed, while another was a short-haired girl with a look of resentment on her face as if she were looking at scumbags.

"Are Horikita and Classmate Hashiba close? She can even call him by his first name..."

Shiina Hiyori came here specifically to buy books, and Ibuki Mio, who had nothing else to do, accompanied her.

Neither of them expected to witness what had just happened. Because the bookstore was quite quiet, they immediately heard Horikita Suzune calling Hashiba Hikaru by her name.

"It must be that guy Hashiba cheating on Ichinose. I knew it was true that he was seeing multiple women at the same time!"

Ibuki Mio always had the worst opinion of Hashiba Hikaru, not because she disliked him, but to make her best friend give up.

"That's impossible. Horikita is a very proud girl. How could she possibly agree to something like that?"

Shiina Hiyori's face was pale. She didn't want to believe it, because the girl had confessed her feelings to Hashiba Hikaru, but he hadn't accepted her.

"Who knows? Maybe Hashiba Hikaru deliberately seduced her. After all, we don't know what kind of person Horikita- san is. Maybe she just likes this kind of person."

Ibuki Mio pursed her lips. During the Special Exam, she had faced off against Horikita Suzune several times and knew that the other was a very outstanding girl.

However, it's possible for a girl like that to fall for a jerk, especially considering Hashiba Hikaru's circumstances—those who know, know.

"Hmm..."

Shiina Hiyori put the two books she was holding back on the shelf, took a deep breath, and seemed to have made up her mind.

"I... want to follow them and see."

"Ah?"

Ibuki Mio was completely bewildered, thinking, "What kind of move is this?"

"Ibuki, you should go back first. I want to see for myself what their relationship is."

Although Shiina Hiyori usually appears to be very gentle, Ibuki Mio knows that her friend actually has a very stubborn side, and can even be a bit obsessive.

"Why..."

She had no choice but to continue, "Then I'll go with you and see what this Shiina Hiyori is really like."

"Um."

The two walked out of the bookstore together, keeping a considerable distance between them, following behind Hashiba Hikaru and Horikita Suzune.

The gift shop is not far from the bookstore; it only takes about four or five minutes to walk there.

With its wide array of goods, exquisite decor, and various plush toys and adorable accessories, this shop, which occupies only about half the area of a bookstore, has become a popular destination for many customers.

What is Suzune planning to buy?

Hashiba Hikaru isn't interested in cute or pretty accessories or small gifts, and even if she were to buy gifts for the girls, she wouldn't do it today.

After all, he was still dating Horikita Suzune, so buying a gift for someone else would be extremely inappropriate.

He has his own strict rules in this regard.

"Are there only things you like?"

Horikita Suzune moved closer to Hashiba Hikaru, wanting to show him around the store.

"I like anything that Suzune gives me."

The young man smiled slightly, knowing that there were other customers in the shop, and their entrance would inevitably attract a lot of attention.

Even if you don't know them, their outstanding appearance can still arouse curiosity.

"If that's the case... let me think about it."

Horikita Suzune, oblivious to the stares of others, began browsing the jewelry store. If possible, she wanted to reciprocate by giving the boy a personal item similar to perfume, preferably something she could wear.

After searching for a while, the girl's eyes locked onto a bracelet placed in a glass cabinet. It had a simple style, with a light blue cord in the middle, so wearing it shouldn't feel like a cold, metallic object.

"This is..."

Hashiba Hikaru naturally noticed Horikita Suzune's gaze and leaned over to take a look. He discovered that it was a very unique bracelet, with a four-leaf clover as the main accessory and two leaves.

I glanced at the price; such a small item costs fifty-seven thousand?

Is this robbery?

What do you think of this?

Horikita Suzune turned to ask her boyfriend for his opinion, and the sensible shop assistant, of course, wouldn't miss such a good opportunity and immediately took the bracelet out of the glass case.

"It's alright, but isn't it a bit expensive?"

"It's not expensive, and I think it suits you perfectly."

Horikita Suzune has quite a lot of Private Points. Besides the 20 million given to her by Horikita Manabu, she also has several million in her own private stash.

"Is that so?"

Hashiba Hikaru looked the bracelet up and down, her thoughts a mix of emotions.

Wearing accessories given by other girls is actually quite risky, since he'll be spending a lot of time with Ichinose Honami after school starts.

However, seeing the expectant look in Horikita Suzune's eyes, she ultimately didn't say no.

"Why don't you try wearing it first?"

The female shop assistant's voice came at just the right moment. She looked at the two students standing in front of her. They were a handsome boy and a beautiful girl, and they both seemed to have plenty of money. Maybe she could close this deal.

"Okay, please give it to me first."

Horikita Suzune nodded calmly and took the bracelet. Then, Hashiba Hikaru obligingly handed over her wrist.

The girl's movements were very careful, as if she were touching something fragile, as she slowly fastened the bracelet for the boy.

This scene was naturally witnessed by the two stalkers without any error. Although Shiina Hiyori and Ibuki Mio did not enter the jewelry store, they could see it clearly through the glass window.

"..."

"He really is a scumbag!"

Ibuki Mio's voice unconsciously rose a few decibels, her resolve to resist the scumbag boyfriend unwavering.

However, she didn't notice Shiina Hiyori's gaze; it wasn't one of giving up or disappointment, but rather a deep envy.

"Let's go back, Ibuki."

"..."

Chapter 691 Horikita Suzune's Jealousy.

Hashiba Hikaru didn't notice if anyone was watching what was happening. He simply waited quietly for Horikita Suzune to put the bracelet on his wrist, then shook his arm and felt pretty good.

"Hmm, this bracelet suits this guy very well; it looks very stylish."

The female shop assistant praised it highly, her eyes narrowing into crescent moons.

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