Partners Become Rivals

Ever since encountering Yukino on the way, Fushimi Makoto has been pondering how to get them to get along peacefully.

Although he was not afraid of a battleground, he wouldn't be foolish enough to put himself in one.

The best approach would be to find something that interests both of them and sparks their curiosity.

Fushimi Makoto immediately replied, "That's right, Yukino had this idea before, but I'm better at writing scripts, so I want to help her with the story aspects..."

As he spoke, as if remembering something, he stared at Utaha's beautiful face and asked, "Has your new book been released yet, senior?"

"Not yet, but soon," Utaha without hiding anything.

This time it was Yukino's turn to show a curious expression. "Is Senpai writing a new book?"

Fushimi Makoto took over the topic again and gave a brief explanation.

Then, he began to make his plan. "It just so happens that you two are also good at creating, so is there any possibility that you two could collaborate on a short film?"

Yukino and Utaha were both stunned.

Yukino then gave her true thoughts. "If you have the talent in this area and are willing to take it seriously, I have no objection."

Utaha seemed amused. "Even a junior can get serious, so how could I not try my best if I had the chance?"

They all possess a striking competitive spirit and are both proud and beautiful young women.

After Fushimi Makoto brought up a topic that interested them, they naturally began to think: I am definitely no worse than her.

"So, you can cooperate?" Fushimi Makoto asked.

They both nodded in response.

Fushimi Makoto thought for a moment, then said, "Are you busy with your new book lately, senpai? If you don't have enough time, then let's talk about it when you're free."

"I'm free right now," Utaha stated her position.

"Then I have no problem." Fushimi Makoto put down his chopsticks, opened his phone's notepad, which contained things he had written down beforehand.

He pushed the phone in front of the two of them. "You can take a look at this story first. If there's anything you're not satisfied with, feel free to point it out."

Yukino and Utaha's attention was instantly drawn.

After watching that short film, both of them were filled with confidence in Fushimi Makoto's story.

The fact that the other party handed over the items without the slightest hesitation shows not only his confidence but also his trust in the two of them.

Seeing that they had gotten into a serious state, Fushimi Makoto wasn't surprised.

However, he is still far from achieving what he truly wants to do.

Both of them are undeniably beautiful girls with long legs, slim waists, and long, straight black hair.

He had long imagined that if they were willing to wear stockings and bodycon skirts and stand in front of him, the scene would be incredibly visually striking.

Love arises from socks, and even after the socks are removed, the feeling of affection remains.

Most importantly, they are both very outstanding girls, and both have a wealth of knowledge.

Why force these beautiful girls with similar traits into a vicious cycle of conflict instead of finding a way for them to reconcile and become friends?

If needed, Fushimi Makoto can also act as their power bank.

That's right, it's a power bank.

Miku Nakano's Fantasy Badge can easily help them improve their physical condition.

Fushimi Makoto brand power bank, plug and play, five minutes of charging provides a whole day of battery life.

He didn't believe that Utaha hadn't had other ideas during this time.

Based on the fact that the other party quickly handed over the defeat CG under his methods last time, he had reason to believe that Utaha might recall those scenes one night, and as she got carried away, her traditional craftsmanship would come online.

Or perhaps she had some strange dreams.

Each time this happens, she stores up her happiness, waiting for the final opportunity to burst forth.

Even without "stat stacking," her defeat animation was already this intense; imagine how powerful it would be with status effects stacked!

As for Yukino, she is a serious and aloof person, so she shouldn't be fantasizing.

But after what happened in the locker room, he believed that Yukino would definitely change as well.

After all, the locker room is a very special place.

The word "special" can represent both stimulation and shame.

When these two factors are combined, they create a lasting impression.

Ultimately, Fushimi Makoto was simply helping them build their statuses while satisfying his own hobbies.

His own physical strength has been constantly improving, so the group of girls who are close to him certainly can't stay in the same place forever.

At the very least, Yukino has terrible stamina, should be able to run 10 kilometers with ease.

Just then, Yukino's voice interrupted his thoughts, "Are you sure you want to give me this story?"

Fushimi Makoto composed himself and looked at Yukino's slightly surprised face. "I told you, this was prepared for you. If you have any complaints, please feel free to let me know."

"I have no complaints whatsoever; on the contrary, I really enjoy this touching story." Yukino's breathing quickened slightly, a sign of her excitement.

Utaha, standing to the side, also looked intently at him. "I must cooperate with Yukinoshita."

It's not that they want to, it's that they have to.

She was clearly tempted too.

Chapter 167 Partners Turn into Competitors

Everyone was present in the club activity room after school, except for Nakano Ichika, who was going to the film set to shoot a movie.

There was even another person, Utaha, who came under the guise of "visiting and observing."

Nakano Nino and the others were naturally curious about this. Seeing that Utaha and Yukino were whispering to each other, seemingly discussing something important, they finally couldn't help but come over.

When they learned that Utaha and Yukino were going to direct a short film, Nakano Nino and the others were very surprised.

"I thought it would still be Makoto directing, but it turns out it's Yukinoshita this time?" Nakano Nino looked completely incredulous.

"I want to come and help when the time comes," Nakano Yotsuba, raising her little hand expectantly.

Miku and Itsuki are also willing to join.

As peers, they were already amazed by someone as outstanding as Fushimi Makoto, but now even Yukino, Ichika mentioned as a formidable rival, could stand on her own. This sparked an incredibly strong thirst for knowledge in them.

"Then let's do our best together." Fushimi Makoto seemed to be making a decision for Yukino.

Yukino did not object.

Even though she is very confident in her abilities now, she knows that a few people are not enough to complete a short film.

Therefore, she was actually quite pleased that the girls from the Nakano Family were willing to join.

With the topic of the new short film in mind, the atmosphere in the activity room became lively.

But the atmosphere here was soon interrupted by the sudden arrival of the principal.

"Hello everyone, I hope I haven't disturbed you?" The principal smiled kindly at everyone.

"Is the principal here for a visit?" As the department head, Fushimi Makoto naturally had to step forward.

No, I came to find you.

"I?"

"Yes, some of my media friends want to interview you, but you're still a student, and I can't just agree on your behalf, so I wanted to ask for your opinion."

Hearing the principal's words, everyone present understood.

These are all chain reactions triggered by trending news!

Fushimi Makoto thought for a moment and said, "I'd rather not give any interviews. However, Principal, you can chat with the media for a bit more, and you can also tell those reporters that we are already preparing for a second short film."

The principal, being a shrewd man, understood immediately. "Fushimi-kun, please explain in detail."

Fushimi Makoto smiled and said, "You can focus on our new short film and convey one key message to the reporters: our school is full of talented people."

The principal's eyes lit up.

He had to take a second look at Fushimi Makoto.

This child is so insightful!

He was not greedy for credit, nor arrogant; instead, he gave all the glory to the school.

The principal's expression right now resembles a scene from a Three Kingdoms TV series. "Liu Bei was quite an honest and kind man!"

Nakano Nino and the others watched Fushimi Makoto and the principal talk animatedly, and finally the two of them simply pulled up a chair and sat down for an in-depth conversation, the girls' expressions all changed.

Fushimi Makoto's calm and composed demeanor dazzled the Nakano Family girls.

Including Yotsuba, they already admired and were grateful to Fushimi Makoto. The calm demeanor he exuded at this moment was extremely attractive to them, girls in their adolescence.

Yukino and Utaha also put aside their business and fixed their beautiful eyes on Fushimi Makoto.

"Did you hear what he just said?" Utaha asked in a low voice.

Yukino nodded. "He must have already thought it through, and was just waiting for the headmaster to come looking for him."

Utaha was taken aback. "He had already thought it through?"

Then she thought about Fushimi Makoto had planned her future path early on, and her doubts immediately disappeared.

"That's true, he always sees further ahead than us." Utaha's lips curled up, and she smiled beautifully.

Yukino glanced at the other person but said nothing.

She herself was also a little unable to look away.

Among his peers, Fushimi Makoto shines exceptionally brightly.

Even she couldn't help but be drawn in.

Although she could calmly face the principal, she didn't think as far ahead as Fushimi Makoto.

The other party was at the peak of their media attention, yet they proactively handed over all that attention to the school, allowing the principal to boost the school's reputation while also enhancing the principal's own prestige.

"No wonder he and my mother always have such a pleasant conversation," Yukino thought to herself.

Ten minutes later, the principal left happily.

However, before leaving, he said with a smile, "I'll cover the expenses for your next short film. I'll even pay for it out of my own pocket to help you complete the second short film."

Fushimi Makoto and his group naturally expressed their gratitude.

As soon as the principal left, Nakano Nino and the others immediately surrounded her, their eyes sparkling.

"Makoto, did you think about what you just said beforehand?" Nakano Nino asked impatiently.

Fushimi Makoto didn't hide anything. "Yes, we're going to shoot a new short film, so we need to settle the funding issue in advance. That's when I realized I'm right in the center of the news, which gives me a lot of room to maneuver."

He added, "Even if the headmaster hadn't come to see me today, I would have gone to see him."

Nakano Nino clenched her small fists, her eyes burning with desire.

The same goes for Nakano Yotsuba.

She really wanted to chat with Fushimi Makoto a bit more, but there were too many people here, and everyone was talking about serious matters, so she felt bad about disturbing them.

After Fushimi Makoto's encouragement and comfort last time, she noticed that Ichika was spending more time talking to her at home.

Although she still doesn't understand why Ichika suddenly became so kind to her.

Fushimi Makoto knew about this.

Nino had previously told him at the swimming pool, "You're not allowed to be lecherous towards Yotsuba."

Ichika has said similar things to him these past few days.

The two sisters' thoughts are actually quite easy to guess: the Nakano Family cannot afford to have any more traitors within its ranks!

Today, Fushimi Makoto still had to go to the Nakano Family for tutoring, but to avoid being bothered by reporters on the way, he chose to be the last one to go home alone.

Let's go back and have a meal first, and then go to the Nakano Family.

His original plan was like this, but he encountered Utaha and Yukino on the way.

The two beautiful figures stood under the streetlight, glancing in their direction every now and then, clearly waiting for them.