Yukino: I Really Want to Improve

Some things are better left unsaid.

"Thank you for the compliment, I think so too." Sawamura Sayuri smiled and took her best friend's arm.

Mrs. Yukinoshita was still not used to this kind of close friendship, but since the other person was hugging her so tightly, she simply didn't bother to pull her hand back and casually said, "I've already sent the Sakai Family's information to Makoto. What do you think he'll do?"

Hearing her bring up serious matters, Sawamura Sayuri also abandoned her joking thoughts and asked in a low voice, "Is Makoto going to incite the yakuza members to fight again?"

Mrs. Yukinoshita was about to speak, she saw her lively best friend beaming. "If that's really the case, then no matter what, I'm going to get there immediately. I'm so curious about how he managed to do that!"

"I share your opinion on this matter."

"So, are you coming with me to the scene to watch the drama unfold this time?"

"I don't think he'll do that kind of thing again."

"Why not? You're an elder he likes. What if he feels you've been upset and wants to stand up for you?"

"..."

Mrs. Yukinoshita silent.

To be honest, Sawamura Sayuri's idea was something she hadn't considered.

Perhaps others wouldn't do this, but Fushimi Makoto...

If he really helps me get revenge and teach those people a lesson, then maybe I can wear that outfit I deliberately hid last time again?

Fushimi Makoto was unaware of the content of the two beautiful women's conversation. He currently had no concrete plans and intended to investigate further first.

His method of investigation was very simple.

He went to Osaka on Sunday.

Following the detailed information provided by Mrs. Yukinoshita, he successfully located the Sakai Family's address, but since they lived in an affluent area, he naturally couldn't get in.

But he had already achieved his goal.

Once he's been to this place, he can create a [Crude Anywhere Door] and come here anytime.

This is even better than the Flying Raijin Technique!

After marking a location, Fushimi Makoto returned.

Over the next few days, he would use the Anywhere Door to go to Osaka whenever he had free time. Everyone he was close to received one of his "family heirloom pendants," including his friends Hayato Hayama.

With the mock exams over, the sports festival proceeded smoothly.

Many students participate in various projects in different clubs at school, but the "Occult Research Club" led by Fushimi Makoto has become the most popular club.

On the one hand, it's because his club has too many celebrities in it; on the other hand, it's because the name of his strange club is too eye-catching.

"Being stared at by so many people with strange looks, I suddenly felt very embarrassed."

Nakano Nino said this while standing in the stands at the sidelines of a running race.

Her statement was immediately echoed by the other beautiful girls.

It's worth mentioning that Nakano Ichika went to film a movie again; she didn't come to school at all today.

The sports festival is supposed to last four days, and she estimates she won't be coming back for those four days.

"I've never paid attention to this club's name before, but the thought of Fushimi and the others participating in the project under this name makes me inexplicably feel that a lot of people might be watching us," Nakano Nino muttered to herself.

Sitting behind her, Utaha smiled and said, "Isn't this a good thing?"

"Good news?" The four girls from the Nakano Family all turned around.

Yukino wasn't here, because her older sister and mother had come today, and she and her family were sitting in a spot not far away.

Eriri Spencer Sawamura is the same.

Utaha's smile remained unchanged, "Fushimi specifically proposed the mentorship program and has seriously implemented it, which means he hopes we can progress together and keep progressing."

"So?" Nakano Nino looked at this "randomly matched teammate" and couldn't help but recall her experience that night.

Utaha didn't meet her gaze, but instead turned to look to her left. "He probably hopes that each of us can stand on our own. Maybe in the future, there won't just be Ichika among the top popular students in the school, and we'll be in that group too."

"I see, this way we can adapt sooner," Miku Nakano concluded.

Nakano Nino was stunned. She hadn't expected that she, who had Fushimi Makoto as the most suitable person to be a leader, would miss this opportunity to give a summary.

And surprisingly, it was Miku, who often argued with him at home, who beat him to it.

She was a little annoyed and changed the subject. "Speaking of which, where did Makoto go today? I don't remember him participating in the run, right?"

"I know, I know, he went to cheer for Hayama and the others." Nakano Yotsuba raised her hand.

Even Utaha looked surprised this time. "How did you know?"

Given that these people all have an extremely good relationship with Fushimi Makoto, how come they didn't know Fushimi Makoto today?

Feeling inexplicably nervous under the gaze of so many eyes, Nakano Yotsuba said, "Because I've met him once before."

"When?" Nakano Nino's eyes were alert.

Nakano Itsuki wondered to herself: Why doesn't he come to see me?

Nakano Yotsuba scratched her head and laughed sheepishly, "He said he'd become the strongest man today, so he hopes I can become the strongest woman, that way we'll be the strongest gaming duo."

Then she started muttering to herself, "Although he often encourages me when we play games together, and I can be confident, games and reality are different. This is the strongest girl in the whole school..."

Hearing her say that, the girls' expressions immediately brightened.

"Go for it, Yotsuba! You can do it!"

"Should I become the strongest woman first? That's definitely something he would say."

Everyone offered words of encouragement.

After all, Nakano Yotsuba's words were completely innocent; they sounded like Fushimi Makoto simply encouraging her to improve.

Therefore, even Utaha offered a word of encouragement.

But what they didn't know was that Nakano Yotsuba actually had another message hidden.

Fushimi Makoto told her, "You must strive to become the strongest woman. I've observed carefully, and almost none of the girls in the school can rival you in sports. If you succeed, I will reward you handsomely."

What kind of reward will it be?

I can't wait!

Nakano Yotsuba secretly felt happy, harboring her own little thoughts.

The reason she kept the second half of her sentence to herself was because she wanted to receive Fushimi Makoto's reward alone.

What she didn't know was that this mentality was actually called eating alone.

Ichika was the first person to eat it all by herself.

Now, without realizing it, Yotsuba has embarked on Ichika's path.

Chapter 323 Yukino: I really want to improve.

Fushimi Makoto is currently watching the commotion with his friends.

When they saw that their classmates, who were clearly not fast and obviously didn't exercise much, were participating in the long-distance running event, a group of boys immediately started gossiping excitedly.

"I bet that person was definitely chosen by the teacher to participate."

"I don't think so. He didn't seem reluctant at all from the beginning; he must have participated voluntarily, right?"

"Once they've already decided to participate, who would show their reluctance on their face? You know, quite a few parents have received invitations today. What if his family is watching from the sidelines?"

The boys' voices rang out in a jumble. Seeing the long-distance runners covered in sweat and panting for breath, they were all glad they hadn't participated in the event.

"Speaking of which, this kind of long-distance race should be a piece of cake for you, Fushimi, right?" Aota suddenly remembered something.

"Why do you think it's a minor issue?" Fushimi Makoto looked over.

"That guy Hayama has praised you countless times. He says you're the most athletically gifted person he's ever met, and he also feels like you've never really shown your peak performance."

Upon hearing this, the other boys who were close to Fushimi Makoto also looked over.

"Now that you mention it, I'm starting to get curious about Fushimi's athletic abilities too. So, Fushimi Makoto, do we have a chance to see you go all out today?" the boys asked, laughing and joking.

Fushimi Makoto shook his head. "I'm afraid it won't work today."

"Why?"

"Participating in a high school level competition, and not even a formal event, makes it really difficult for me to use my full strength," Fushimi Makoto said sincerely.

But when his friends heard this, they all thought he was bragging, "You're exaggerating a bit! I've never seen anyone brag like that!"

"Yeah, we haven't even had a drink yet, and you're already bragging about just a few dishes?"

Aota laughed and scolded, "You're really good at bragging! How about this, you exaggerate even more, so we can hold our heads high when we go to watch the game."

Fushimi Makoto looked thoughtful. "Actually, I've been very serious."

"Then why don't you take it a little more seriously?"

"Alright."

"What do you mean by 'also possible'?"

"It means: None of you here are my match."

"???"

The sports festival matches were held one after another, and the students from the journalism club took over the use of the school's broadcasting system. They selected two quick-witted members to be in charge of live commentary.

And you know what? With commentators around, the game definitely becomes more interesting.

The women's 200-meter relay race is about to begin. Amidst his friends' comments of "You ungrateful bastard," Fushimi Makoto approaches Utaha and the others.

"You've finally arrived!"

The girls were all delighted by his arrival.

Fushimi Makoto nodded, then looked at Nakano Yotsuba, who was tying her shoelaces. "Yotsuba, are you ready to become the strongest woman?"

Upon hearing his question, Nakano Yotsuba seemed to spring to a start, immediately straightening her back, standing at attention, and shouting loudly, "Ready!"

"Great, that's spirited! I'll be cheering you on from the sidelines."

"Yes, Fushimi!"

"In formal settings, do not address people by their first names; you should use their titles."

"Yes, Minister!"

Hearing the two's passionate conversation, Utaha and the others were moved and all... gave each other expressions of pity for a fool.

Oh no, at least Nakano Itsuki is quite serious.

Her little hands unconsciously clenched into fists, clearly showing her anxiety for Yotsuba.

In her nervousness, she pulled a bag of potato chips from the bag next to her.

Cucumber flavored.

"Give me some." Fushimi Makoto held out his hand.

Nakano Itsuki generously handed it over.

It's common knowledge that cravings are contagious.

Fushimi Makoto out, Nino and the others, who weren't really in the mood for snacks, also started reaching out.

And they went far Fushimi Makoto, grabbing a handful directly!

"You..."

Nakano Itsuki's little face was as round as her favorite meat bun.

But then she remembered that they were good friends, and she still had a bag of potato chips, so she simply handed the bag to Utaha, who hadn't reached out, and asked, "Senior, do you want some?"

"Thank you, but I don't need it," Utaha, raising her hand in refusal.

Nakano Itsuki responded with a smiley face.

The senior student truly lives up to her reputation; she has such poise and wouldn't casually put her hand into someone else's snack bag.

Just then, Fushimi Makoto's voice rang out from the side. "Utaha- senpai, have you ever heard the saying that the snacks you snatch from your friends are the best snacks in the world?"

Utaha was taken aback, then couldn't help but laugh, "Really?"