"What should we do if no one comes asking for help?" Asking whenever she did not understand had always been Mashiro's strength, though Shaqiang had taught her that as well.
Yukino Yukinoshita: "..."
W-What were they supposed to do if no one came asking for help?
"K-Keep waiting." She turned her face away again.
"What if no one ever comes asking for help—"
"Mashiro!" Before she could finish, the second young lady spoke up. "There are many people in this world who need help..."
"For example, me..." Shizuka Hiratsuka chimed in at just the right moment.
At that, not only Yukino Yukinoshita, but even Utaha Kasumigaoka and the others felt the corners of their eyes twitch. "..."
No wonder Sogo said Shizuka Hiratsuka was looking for a convenient pawn. She really knew how to seize every opportunity!
The second young lady said, "Shizuka Hiratsuka, there's no need to bring up the training camp. I don't think I can help you with education. And if you're just looking for a pawn, forget it..." It seemed Sogo Doma's words had still affected her.
Halfway through, Yukino Yukinoshita turned to look at the dazed, adorable girl beside her. "Mashiro, there are many people in this world who need help. Of course, there are also people who exploit the kindness of others..."
Shizuka Hiratsuka: "..."
Wait, w-was she talking about her?
But before she could figure it out, the second young lady continued, "That is why I will not accept every request for help. So even if no one comes to seek help, I will not advertise or do anything unnecessary. The Service Club only helps those who wish to improve themselves and become better people...
"If someone wants to improve or change themselves, they will try every possible means. Even without any publicity,