Horikita Manabu's Day of Departure / Spring Break Ends, Facing the Future Together

Am I really afraid of a teenager? That's ridiculous.

Tsukishiro rubbed his temples, lost in thought.

Hashiba Hikaru an absolute surprise.

Before being assigned to this school, he never expected to meet such a person.

The other person's abilities really seemed to have come from the [White Room]. If he hadn't checked the list there, he would have reported the situation long ago.

Professor Ayanokoji took this operation very seriously, and had placed several people among the freshmen. Tsukishiro believed that the people he had chosen were definitely capable, and if the plan was successfully completed, he wouldn't need to waste any more time staying here.

After achieving merit, he might be able to return to Professor Ayanokoji's side and advance further in politics.

However... as a destabilizing factor, wouldn't it be better to limit Hashiba Hikaru?

Tsukishiro wouldn't lower his guard just because the boy seemed cooperative; he was always someone who would stop at nothing to achieve his goals.

Recalling the momentary fear he had just experienced, the man suddenly became resolute in his resolve.

Let's send someone from the [White Room] to test his true attitude first; it would be best if we could use them.

If that doesn't work... then let the people in the [White Room] take care of him.

Tsukishiro thought this plan was entirely feasible.

Because Hashiba Hikaru would never know about the [White Room], even though he was close to Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, the man believed that [The Masterpiece] would never reveal its origins.

Which one should we choose?

Tsukishiro opened a hidden folder on his phone, and after a long while, his gaze finally settled on a photo inside.

She was a Red-haired Twin-tail Girl, beautiful features, and a bright smile on her face.

"I've decided on you."

I hope you won't let me down.

Chapter 700: Horikita Manabu's day of leaving school.

After leaving the Chairman's office, Hashiba Hikaru casually posted a message in his three-person group chat.

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka and Sakayanagi Arisu did not reply immediately; neither of them were people who liked to play on their phones, so they might have to wait a while longer.

"If I let you succeed so easily, wouldn't I be doing this for nothing as the Student Council President?"

The boy let out two cold laughs. Now that he knew the information in advance, he would have to act quickly after school started.

The first step is to find out who the assassin sent by the [White Room] is.

As long as his identity can be confirmed, everything is still under his control.

Furthermore, as an organization with a complex background, the [White Room] may also have its behind-the-scenes owners interfering in school affairs; for example, the reason for Sakayanagi Narimori's suspension is very likely due to this.

"What should we do if the mastermind behind this shows up?"

Hashiba Hikaru has always been the type to take things one step at a time. Now that she knows so many secrets, she has to do something.

Nobody wants to be controlled by others.

Although he didn't have a deep emotional connection to the school, there were many girls there with whom he had formed bonds, and the boy couldn't just stand by and do nothing so that they could have a better school life.

After mentally reviewing the situation for a while, Hashiba Hikaru received a new text message on her phone from Horikita Suzune.

Chat interface.

Horikita Suzune: Hikaru, are you done with your work?

Hashiba Hikaru: It's over. Around what time did Horikita-senpai leave the school?

Horikita Suzune: I sent him a message at 3 PM, let's meet at the school gate.

"Three o'clock?"

I glanced at my phone screen; I had just finished talking with Tsukishiro, and it was barely one o'clock.

Hashiba Hikaru: Let's have lunch together first, and then we'll go see Horikita-senpai off.

He posted a location; it was a well-regarded Family Restaurant.

Horikita Suzune: Okay.

After lunch, Hashiba Hikaru and Horikita Suzune walked together toward the school gate.

Near the school gate is a spacious Central Courtyard, where everyone walked along the stone path to enter the school. After three years of study, the graduates packed their bags and set off for the next stage of their lives.

"The atmosphere here is really melancholy, really."

Hashiba Hikaru glanced at her surroundings. Four buses were parked at the entrance, ready to carry the third-year graduates away from the Artificial Island at the appointed time. Some had already arrived, while others were probably packing their things in their dormitories.

Where is Horikita-senpai?

He didn't see the man wearing glasses in his field of vision.

"He just texted me, he'll be here in a few minutes."

Horikita Suzune pressed herself tightly against Hashiba Hikaru's shoulder; after taking that final step, she enjoyed physical contact with him even more.

"It'll probably be the same when we graduate, right?"

Hashiba Hikaru stared at the bus at the door. They always took the bus together for Special Exam, but the feeling now was completely different.

"On that day, I'll be riding in the same car as Hikaru."

A faint smile appeared on Horikita Suzune's lips. Tomorrow she would officially transfer to Class A of the First Year, and from then on she would be able to see her lover every day.

"Yes, I won't let go of Suzune."

After chatting for a while, Horikita Manabu finally appeared ahead. He handed his backpack to his companion and walked towards them alone.

"Good afternoon, Horikita-senpai."

"Good afternoon, brother."

Because they wouldn't be seeing each other again for a while, Horikita Suzune finally mustered up the courage to call out the terms of address that belonged to her family.

"Yes, thank you for coming today."

Although Horikita Manabu still had a blank expression, his demeanor had softened considerably.

"Since it's the day Horikita-senpai departs, we certainly can't be absent, after all, we've received a lot of help from you."

Hashiba Hikaru's tone was very sincere, "Rin... cough... Horikita thinks so too. You two are siblings, this is a very important thing."

The boy, who had suddenly changed his tune, touched his nose, looking embarrassed.

After all, he had just eaten the other party's sister yesterday, and now, facing his scrutinizing gaze, he felt inexplicably guilty.

"Hmm... that's what I was thinking. Has it been confirmed that my brother will be going on to higher education?"

Horikita Suzune also understood why, her pretty face flushed, and she asked with a forced smile.

"Yes, I chose the Faculty of Law at Toei University, and I will continue to pursue this path in the future."

Horikita Manabu pushed up his glasses. He was a very perceptive person; Hashiba Hikaru and his younger sister's behavior was too obvious, and he knew what they meant after a little thought.

"Moreover, I heard that Hashiba- kun's goal is also Toei University?"

He raised an eyebrow slightly, his gaze falling on Hashiba Hikaru standing in front of him.

"Yes, two years from now, I will follow in my seniors' footsteps and enter Toei University, but I haven't decided what major to choose yet."

The boy scratched his head; this was his original plan, and he wouldn't change it easily.

"That's great, I look forward to you continuing to be my junior."

Horikita Manabu glanced at his younger sister standing next to Hashiba Hikaru, and his gaze suddenly became complicated.

In fact, a person's posture can convey a lot of information. For example, if someone is very close to you, but their legs are always in a defensive posture, it means that your relationship is not very good.

Horikita Suzune's stance was quite obvious; she was about one body length away from Hashiba Hikaru, with her legs pointing towards him and her arms and shoulders very close to the boy. She could probably reach him with just a small step.

"Suzune."

"Um?"

Horikita Suzune's heart skipped a beat; Horikita Manabu's sudden call on her caused the girl to panic.

I'm very satisfied with your progress in first grade. If you continue on this path, I believe you will achieve even more.

Horikita Manabu spoke in a much gentler Hashiba Hikaru, "You'll probably choose to continue your studies, right?"

"Yes, like Classmate Hashiba, I will be going to Toei University."

Horikita Suzune nodded.

"That's great, I'll be waiting for you at Toei University."

After speaking, Horikita Manabu suddenly strode forward and threw a sentence at the boy.

"Hashiba- kun, come with me for a moment."

"?"

Both of them were startled. Horikita Suzune looked at her man with some concern, while Hashiba Hikaru just smiled and waved her hand to indicate that she was alright.

It seems we're about to have a conversation that's purely between men.

His cheap "brother-in-law" must have figured something out, if he's not blind.

"OK."

"Light..."

The girl's gaze followed the other person's movements, and she felt inexplicably nervous.

If possible, she would certainly like Hashiba Hikaru to be accepted by her family.

Their relationship wasn't exactly aboveboard; in fact, it was rather unsavory, since she was merely his mistress.

However, having made her choice, Horikita Suzune has no regrets.

No matter what obstacles lie ahead, she will continue walking with Hashiba Hikaru.

Chapter 701 Spring Break Ends, Let's Face the Future Together.

The boy and Horikita Manabu walked forward for a while, and when the man stopped, his voice came from the same time.

"Hashiba- kun, are you and Suzune still in a relationship?"

The tone of his words was very calm, but Hashiba Hikaru could sense the interrogative aura in Horikita Manabu's words. As his older brother, although he appeared indifferent to Horikita Suzune, he cared about her a lot.

If I can't be honest with him, who knows what kind of exaggerated reaction he might have?

"Yes."

Without much thought, Hashiba Hikaru spoke the truth.

"..."

Upon hearing this, the surrounding air seemed to freeze slightly, and the gaze of the departing senior student instantly turned icy.

"Although I didn't pursue your thoughts before, it's not that I was completely indifferent."

Horikita Manabu's voice was cold. He stared at the boy's face and asked, "I've heard a lot about you. Besides Suzune and your girlfriend, you're also entangled with other girls, aren't you?"

"Yes."

Although he didn't know how Horikita Manabu found out about this information, Hashiba Hikaru chose to tell the truth anyway, since he was leaving school today and there was nothing to hide.

Just start displaying it.

"..."

After a moment of silence, Horikita Manabu's face remained unreadable. He had already vented his anger once before, and he wouldn't choose to fight the boy at this time.

However... to accept such a thing is simply too far-fetched.

"Hashiba- kun, while you are quite capable, I want to ask you, do you really intend to continue down this path?"