Growth: A Topic Youth Could Never Avoid / Masumi, You Picked the Wrong Person to Provoke...

Holy crap!

I forgot to have Sae put on the maid outfit I prepared earlier!

In my excitement, I completely forgot about this; what a blunder!

Shuichi Kanda took a few deep breaths and then calmed down.

It's okay, it's okay. If I forget this time, there's always next time. I absolutely mustn't forget next time!

Today's student's contrasting appearance already made Shuichi Kanda lose his composure; what if next time she wore a maid outfit and struck a shy, unwilling pose...?

What a contrast!

Shuichi Kanda was somewhat excited, so much so that he almost had a nosebleed.

Chapter 275 Growth is an unavoidable topic in youth

Chapter 276 Masumi, You've Provoked the Wrong Person...

"Long time no see, Senior Ishikura."

The person Shuichi Kanda wanted to meet was naturally Ishikura, the leader of Class 3-B.

Before the graduation ceremony, Shuichi Kanda thought Ishikura would look dejected, but looking at him now, he didn't seem dejected at all. Although he wasn't as confident as the students in Class A, he was at least full of vigor.

"It's you, Kanda."

When he turned his head and saw Shuichi Kanda, Ishikura had a bright smile on his face, looking like a completely different person from the one who had shouted, "I just want to beat him once."

This makes it hard not to suspect that even students who didn't graduate from Class A might still have some way to succeed.

"I thought today would be a day full of regrets for Ishikura, but he really disappointed me."

Shuichi Kanda -jokingly and half-seriously.

"I'm sorry I can't say much about this. Just like Horikita said, you'll understand when you graduate from your third year."

Ishikura looked at Shuichi Kanda with a meaningful smile.

Shuichi Kanda nodded knowingly and didn't press further. Since the other party refused to talk, they must have been given a gag order.

Then, out of the corner of his eye, Shuichi Kanda saw a girl walking from behind Ishikura, so he said goodbye.

"In that case, I'll take my leave. It seems Igari- senpai has something to say to you. Best of luck to Ishikura-senpai in your Ishikura."

Thank you for your blessings.

Ishikura smiled and nodded. The two were only nodding acquaintances, Shuichi Kanda's presence at this time was already beyond his expectations.

"I might come visit you two years from now when you graduate."

"Is that so?" Shuichi Kanda eyebrow. "Then I'll look forward to it."

Although the Advanced Nurturing High School prohibits students from contacting the outside world, it does not prohibit outsiders from visiting. After all, it is a school built by the government with taxpayers' money and should be subject to supervision from all sectors of society.

Turning around, Shuichi Kanda found that a large number of people had already gathered at Horikita Manabu, including not only junior students but also many graduates from the same year.

At this moment, Horikita Manabu's expression was Shuichi Kanda had never seen before. The cold, arrogant, and domineering sister-complex guy was now wearing a gentle smile.

Well, the burden that has been weighing on this guy's shoulders for three years has been lifted off his shoulders at this moment, so he must feel a great sense of relief. Therefore, it's only natural that he would show that kind of expression.

Then a second-grade boy appeared next to him.

"Congratulations on your graduation, Horikita Manabu."

Nagumo frankly offered his praise and approached Horikita Manabu with a smile. Horikita Manabu also greeted Nagumo, who had once caused him trouble, with a smile.

Then, at Nagumo's request, the two clasped each other's right hands, and Horikita Manabu gave Nagumo his advice.

"A long year awaits you; go and experience a campus life that will leave you satisfied."

"Yes, I'll do my best during the short period while you're away, senior. I'll turn this place into a truly meritocratic school, because I'm all ready."

Horikita heard Nagumo's words, he nodded and even gave him an encouraging look.

Upon receiving Horikita's gaze, Nagumo revealed a rare, happy smile.

"I was wondering what you'd been up to all this time, so you were already prepared?"

Shuichi Kanda also felt anticipation for Nagumo's plan.

Shuichi Kanda's sudden statement drew the attention of both of them.

Then their tightly clasped hands gradually separated, Nagumo turned to look at Shuichi Kanda, who had just approached.

"That's right, although it deviated slightly from the original plan, it's still done." Nagumo's face showed a slightly smug smile.

"Really? I'm really looking forward to it!"

Shuichi Kanda's lips curled into a smile. Changing this school from scratch would be difficult, but it wasn't impossible in Shuichi Kanda's mind, though it would be exhausting.

So wouldn't it be easier to let Nagumo do the rough and tiring work, and then add to his achievements?

Therefore, Shuichi Kanda will not interfere with Nagumo during this period.

"I've said goodbye, so I'll be going now, Horikita Manabu."

Nagumo seemed to have no intention of bothering the other students and immediately distanced himself from Horikita Manabu.

While the Student Council President's combinations are glamorous and eye-catching, they can also make them seem unapproachable.

Only people of a certain status, like Shuichi Kanda, could get close to them.

After Nagumo left, Shuichi Kanda started chatting with Horikita Manabu: "When are you planning to leave the school?"

"I plan to catch the 12:30 bus at noon on the 31st."

"There's still a week left." Shuichi Kanda nodded. "Aren't you going to see your sister?"

"This shouldn't be something I do." Horikita Manabu shook his head. "Please tell her I'll be waiting for her near the main gate at noon on the 31st."

"So I was just a messenger after all." Shuichi Kanda smiled, then extended his left hand. "Congratulations on your graduation, Horikita Manabu."

Seeing Shuichi Kanda extend his left hand, Horikita Manabu Shuichi Kanda and shook hands with him.

"If Suzune goes astray again, I hope you can lend her a hand."

"Alright, for the sake of the deal, I agree." Shuichi Kanda smiled again, giving him a friendly reminder.

"I'll take care of this the day after I leave."

"Let's skip it the next day; it's April Fool's Day."

Shuichi Kanda's words startled Horikita Manabu for a moment, then he smiled again.

"In that case, I'll let Qian handle this matter. She'll be leaving school tomorrow."

"Oh, that's fine then."

Shuichi Kanda nodded, then withdrew his left hand and looked in the direction of Akane Tachibana, where Ichinose was talking to Akane Tachibana.

"I'm going to say goodbye to my Sekishiko, Senior Sister."

Then, Shuichi Kanda nodded at Horikita Manabu and walked towards Akane Tachibana.

At that moment, Akane Tachibana was talking to Ichinose. Since Akane Tachibana had always been Horikita Manabu's little follower, not many people came to see her off. Apart from a few girls from the Student Council, there was no one else.

At this moment, only Ichinose was by her side, talking to her.

"Hey, I've already circled around twice, and you two still haven't finished whispering?"

"Hmph, it's none of your business!"

Even though she was about to leave school, Akane Tachibana's temper hadn't changed at all.

However, Akane Tachibana's expression quickly turned serious.

"Thank you, Kanda."

This left Kanda Shuichi Kanda completely bewildered. He had never seen Akane Tachibana like this before, and he couldn't help but feel speechless and helpless.

What are you doing?

"It's nothing, I've already repaid the favor I owed you."

Seeing Akane Tachibana return to her arrogant self, Shuichi Kanda shook his head helplessly.

"Go for it, Honami-chan!"

"Yes, I will, Senior Tachibana."

After saying goodbye to Akane Tachibana, Shuichi Kanda prepared to leave, while Ichinose seemed to have other upperclassmen to see him off.

It has to be said that she has a really wide circle of friends. Even though she didn't participate in any clubs other than the Student Council, she was still able to develop a network of connections that extended to the third year. That's quite impressive.

Miyake and Qiao Huan, who had come with him, were nowhere to be seen. "Those two, did they go to a hotel?" Shuichi Kanda thought maliciously.

"Shuichi, are you going back too?"

At that moment, Hirata, a classmate, came to say hello.

"Hmm, have you finished saying hello? I think you're going to be quite busy today," Shuichi Kanda some curiosity.

"It's alright. Although today is the graduation ceremony, most of the seniors will stay at the school for a few more days. Those who are close to them will mostly hold individual farewell parties."

"I see. It seems you've scheduled today's busy period for the next few days."

Shuichi Kanda's teasing remark elicited a helpless smile from Hirata.

Afterward, the two headed towards the dormitory. On the way, Hirata glanced at Shuichi Kanda several times, each time as if he wanted to say something but then turned back to face him as if nothing had happened.

Hey, are you doing an inch-stop challenge?

"Yosuke, just ask whatever you want to say. I'm getting a little anxious seeing you looking like you want to say something but can't." As they passed the supermarket, Shuichi Kanda couldn't stand the guy anymore and took the initiative to offer some advice.

After being called out by Shuichi Kanda, Hirata gave a wry smile, then stopped walking as if he had made up his mind, and looked at Shuichi Kanda.

Actually, there's something I want to discuss with you.

Hearing Hirata's words, Shuichi Kanda nodded, then looked around and saw that a bubble tea shop was still open.

"Let's go inside and talk slowly. You probably don't have any plans for the rest of the day, right?"

With that, he walked into the shop, and Hirata nodded and followed.

After ordering two drinks, the two sat down by the window in the milk tea shop.

"Just tell me what's wrong. I don't know if I can help you with it," Shuichi Kanda, taking a sip of his milk tea before asking curiously.

It was strange to Shuichi Kanda that Hirata would have troubles he couldn't solve; it wasn't like someone else was dropping out of school.

Moreover, when Yamauchi school, he seemed relatively calm. Is he troubled now?

"You might be surprised..." Hirata hesitated for a moment, but still managed to say, "I... well, should I say I'm not really able to be proactive about dating right now... I don't really know."

Holy crap!

It's about love!

Shuichi Kanda's eyes lit up. As expected, humans are all gossipy creatures, and I'm no exception!

"It's a bit unexpected that you're talking about love. So, is there a problem? Feel free to ask, I'll help you." Shuichi Kanda put on an expression of someone who's been through it all.

"I think it's probably because I've never liked a girl before... Anyway, there's no girl I'm interested in right now."

"Well, but there are probably quite a few girls in the class, even in the first year, who like you quite a bit, like Wang Xiaomei in our class."

It was no secret in the class that Wang Xiaomei liked Hirata; the love in her eyes was obvious even to a blind person.

Even though it's been over two months since Hirata and Karuizawa broke up during winter break, their relationship hasn't made much progress.

Hirata nodded upon hearing Shuichi Kanda's words.

"If I accept her confession but can't treat her like a lover, it would be unfair to her. Therefore, I can't develop a deeper relationship with her."

After hearing Hirata's words, Shuichi Kanda nodded. What a good man.

For most people, if a girl likes them, they'd date her first, and break up if it doesn't work out. That just goes to show how true Hirata is.

Of course, besides these two types of people, there's also someone like Shuichi Kanda, but not just anyone can do it; he has to like himself and like himself.

Besides the three already mentioned, there are at least a few more first-year students who want to develop a close relationship with Shuichi Kanda, but Shuichi Kanda has rejected them all without exception.

"But dragging this out isn't a solution; if things remain unclear, it will harm both of us."

Shuichi Kanda shrugged.