Shuichi Kanda: I Keep My Word

Before Ichinose could ask a question, Shuichi Kanda went out wearing slippers.

A few minutes later, Shuichi Kanda returned from outside, still holding the box that Ichinose had dropped because she hadn't been holding it properly.

"This is for you... no, for your sister. I don't know if it'll still be popular by the time we graduate."

As he spoke, Shuichi Kanda was holding to Ichinose.

However, to Shuichi Kanda's surprise, tears welled up in Ichinose's eyes again and slid down her cheeks.

Oh, what's going on here? You've already said it all, so why are you still crying?

Just as Shuichi Kanda was at a loss, Ichinose suddenly stood up, grabbed the box from Shuichi Kanda's hand, and then hugged Shuichi Kanda tightly.

Holy crap! Coach, she charged in with the ball!

"Thank you, Kanda," Ichinose murmured in my ear. "If only I had met you sooner."

Upon hearing this, Shuichi Kanda patted Ichinose on the back.

"It's not too late now."

Ichinose didn't say anything, and after hugging Shuichi Kanda while, she blushed and left Shuichi Kanda's embrace.

"Excuse me, could I use the restroom? I need to wash my face."

"Sure."

Shuichi Kanda sigh of relief after Ichinose went into the restroom.

Damn it, it's all because she has such a great figure.

When Ichinose came out of the restroom again, she had returned to her usual self, except that her eyes were still a little red because she had just cried.

"By the way, Ichinose, I hope you won't mention this to anyone else in the future."

If this were outside of school, it wouldn't matter if Ichinose exposed her weaknesses; at most, she would have to bear the blame herself. But this school is different.

If anyone wanted to use this to attack Ichinose's class, they would definitely spread the news without hesitation.

Given Ichinose's nature, she would never deny what she had done, which could very well cause turmoil in her class.

Ichinose values her classmates highly, might get hurt because of this.

"...Eh?" However, Ichinose seemed somewhat hesitant.

Is there a problem?

Do you even need to think about this? If you need to confide in me later, just come to me. What are you hesitating for?

"Um, Kanda... what if I've already told someone?"

Seeing Ichinose's hesitant and awkward manner, Shuichi Kanda was utterly speechless. So, I wasn't the first one?

Who is it?

Shuichi Kanda's expression was somewhat unfriendly.

"It's Chairman Nagumo, he promises he won't tell anyone," Ichinose quickly explained.

Nagumo?

Is it that guy?

But why did Ichinose tell him?

However, he soon remembered something Horikita Manabu had mentioned unintentionally.

Nagumo used his access privileges to allow a first-year student to join the Student Council.

"Is it time to join the Student Council?"

Ichinose was somewhat surprised, then nodded. "After I was rejected from joining the Student Council, Senior Nagumo came to me and said that Horikita-senpai would absolutely not accept being judged as not being a student in Class A."

"He's talking nonsense!" Shuichi Kanda immediately refuted this claim. "I was directly recruited into the Student Council by Horikita Manabu."

That damn blondie!

Don't you have any idea why Horikita Manabu won't let first-years join the Student Council?

But why did he contact Ichinose in the first place?

Then Shuichi Kanda thought about the current situation of the second-year students.

Damn it, that bastard Nagumo isn't eyeing Ichinose, is he!?

"Ugh~" Ichinose gave a pitiful look, "Because Nagumo- senpai said he thought I was capable enough to be placed in Class A, so when I applied to join the Student Council, I frankly told him why I was placed in Class B. And that's why I..."

You bastard!

No wonder Horikita Manabu to be wary of you; you're so despicable!

Lure naive young girls?

Just wait until I get my chance, I'll see how I deal with you!

Seeing Shuichi Kanda's somewhat displeased expression Ichinose quickly explained, "It's alright, Senior Nagumo has a very good reputation among the students. Everyone says he's a man of his word!"

Speaking of this, Shuichi Kanda was taken aback. It seemed that the guy's reputation outside was indeed like that. He hadn't gone back on his word when he lost to Shuichi Kanda before.

However, this doesn't mean the other person is a good person; otherwise, Horikita Manabu wouldn't be so wary of him.

That guy excelled in both academics and sports. Although he was assigned to Class B upon enrollment, he led his class to Class A in less than a year and dominated the entire grade.

In addition, he has done an excellent job in the Student Council and has now been appointed as the Student Council President.

But Shuichi Kanda knew that guy was a bad apple.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have deliberately hit the volleyball towards Shuichi Kanda on the shore while they were in the pool.

"No matter what, don't tell anyone about this again." Shuichi Kanda's expression was serious. "If people find out about this dark history, they might use it as a weapon to attack your class. Although I despise such despicable methods, some people are different."

Shuichi Kanda's words made Ichinose nod repeatedly. After experiencing several class conflicts since the start of the school year, Ichinose also understood how serious it was to have personal information leaked.

Fortunately, it was Kanda who told him, otherwise there might have been a big problem.

She knew that Nagumo was trying to trick her into revealing information, but Ichinose didn't explicitly say that she knew, because she enjoyed the feeling of being cared for by Shuichi Kanda.

"Can I still come to Kanda for advice if I have any problems in the future?"

"Please come find me!"

"Hehehe, Kanda- kun is so kind."

"Of course, I, Shuichi Kanda, am the gentlest man in Class D."

"However, starting next semester, you'll be in Class C."

"Then I'll be the gentlest man in Class C."

As the two chatted, Shuichi Kanda suddenly made a request to Ichinose.

"Ichinose, you should resign from the Student Council."

"Huh? Why?" Ichinose, puzzled. "If it's because of Senior Nagumo, I'll be more careful in the future."

"No, that's not the reason. I want to bring you into my faction."

Shuichi Kanda spoke the truth.

At a previous Student Council meeting, Shuichi Kanda proposed that whoever recruits someone should manage them, and this was later implemented and passed. Therefore, Ichinose is now actually considered Nagumo's subordinate.

If Ichinose is forced to leave the Student Council and then rejoined through Shuichi Kanda's authority, she will then be part of Shuichi Kanda's faction.

Even if something happens, Nagumo has no right to harm her, which can be seen as a form of protection for Ichinose.

"Okay, I understand. I'll submit my application to Senior Nagumo tomorrow."

Ichinose agreed without asking why, which suggests that the timing and reason for giving the gifts earlier were very appropriate.

"By the way, wouldn't you like to give this hair clip to your sister right away?"

Speaking of gifts, Shuichi Kanda recalled the time he had helped Katsuragi.

"Huh? Is that okay? Doesn't our school prohibit contact with the outside world?"

Shuichi Kanda's words stunned Ichinose, but at the same time, there was an expectant look in his eyes.

"Don't worry, just leave it to me. You only need to tell me if you want to or not."

"Of course, please help me!"

Ichinose's eyes immediately filled with anticipation.

"In that case, I'll show you Shuichi Kanda's power," Shuichi Kanda smile. "Is there anything you want to say to your sister?"

Ichinose opened her mouth, then shook her head.

Never mind, it's okay if you don't want to say it, I'll say it for you.

It's just something like, "I'm doing great here, please don't worry."

"By the way, does your sister have any social media accounts?"

Yes, there are.

Although Ichinose found it strange, she nodded nonetheless.

"That's good." Shuichi Kanda nodded. "I'll buy a new hair clip for my sister, so I'll give you this one. I hope you don't mind."

"This, this is not possible, I can pay with points."

"No need, no need. I don't lack money. Instead of giving me money, why not treat me to a meal sometime?"

"Well... it's settled then!" Ichinose nodded, not refusing Shuichi Kanda's offer.

After chatting for a while longer, Ichinose got up to say goodbye, as she had plans to have dinner with friends later.

Shuichi Kanda let out a long sigh of relief after seeing Ichinose off, feeling that he had gained a lot today.

Chapter 212 Shuichi Kanda: I Keep My Word

After school the next day, Shuichi Kanda went to the Counseling Room he had visited before. The purpose, of course, was related to what he had mentioned to Ichinose the day before.

Looking at the gift boxes and greeting cards on the table, Chabashira Sae turned displeased.

"Shouldn't you know that this school prohibits contact with the outside world?"

"Yes, students are prohibited from contacting the outside world, but it doesn't say that teachers are prohibited from contacting the outside world." Shuichi Kanda shrugged and looked at the gifts and greeting cards on the table.

These were things he prepared at the Shopping Mall after Ichinose left, and then after school today, he asked Chabashira-sensei to come to the Counseling Room for help.

As for why I came to the Counseling Room, it's because there are no surveillance cameras here, so whatever I do here won't be discovered by the school.

Furthermore, it's quite normal for teachers to bring students to the Counseling Room for talks; after all, this Shuichi Kanda's first time here.

This guy really treats me like a tool.

Chabashira Sae felt extremely uncomfortable.

She read the greeting card; it was a card wishing her a Merry Christmas.

In other words, this is a birthday gift.

If Shuichi Kanda intended to send it to his relatives, that would be fine, but the key issue is that the recipient is Yui Ichinose.

Upon seeing the surname Ichinose, she knew it must be related to Ichinose Honami, who was in Chie Hoshinomiya's class.

What is the relationship between Yui Ichinose and Ichinose Honami?

"She's Ichinose Honami's younger sister, who's two years older than her."

Shuichi Kanda wasn't surprised that Chabashira-sensei guessed their relationship, since there was only Ichinose in the first year.

"So, what is your relationship with Ichinose? Why did you help her with this kind of thing?" Chabashira Sae continued to inquire.

"We're good friends."

Good friend?

I've never seen you two together before. You and Ichinose are so close, does Kushida know? And...

"Kanda, I have a question for you, and you must answer me truthfully." Chabashira Sae's expression suddenly turned serious.

Seeing Chabashira's state, Shuichi Kanda had no choice but to temporarily abandon his carefree attitude and sit up straight.

"Please go ahead, Chabashira-sensei."