Yukinoshita's Correction Method

Yukino Yukinoshita sighed helplessly, "Could you bring me the dough that's rested?"

"Okay—wait, is the dough sleeping?" Yui Yuigahama aback.

"That's just a way of expressing it, simply put... we'll talk about it later." Yukino Yukinoshita tilted her head. "Honey, you and her together—"

Yukino Yukinoshita paused, then her snowy cheeks turned red at a visible speed.

"I just realized..." Saki Kawasaki nodded. "Looks like you call me that often."

Yukino Yukinoshita, her face turning red. "What's wrong?"

"It's nothing," Dong Yunshan chuckled. "Wife~"

Yukino Yukinoshita glared at her fiercely. "Go now!"

Dong Yunshan readily agreed, "Okay, wife~"

The Christmas event officially began, and in addition to the audience members who had been confirmed from the beginning, there were also students from Seaside Comprehensive High School and Sobu High School.

Dong Yunshan spotted Yumiko Miura and Hina Ebina, who were probably invited by Yui Yuigahama.

Tobe Kakeru and Hayama Hayato were naturally among them.

The Seaside Comprehensive High School invited its own orchestra to perform, as well as hired classical musicians.

Compared to the initial plan, the scale has been significantly reduced.

But it is precisely because of this that the contrast between classical and pop music is so impressive, and the program's length is just right, drawing enthusiastic applause from the audience.

Next up was a program from Sobu High School.

The stage curtain slowly rose, revealing no lights in the audience area and a rather dim stage.

"Matches for sale..." A cold spotlight illuminated her figure as Rumi Tsurumi's voice trembled. "Who wants to buy my matches..."

Rumi Tsurumi, wearing a golden wig, carrying a tattered old apron, and holding a bundle of matches, staggered forward.

The cold light gradually dimmed, and darkness enveloped the little girl, making her figure appear even smaller.

Laugh--!

With the sound of a match being struck, the spotlight instantly turned orange and rapidly expanded, illuminating the stage.

Inside a cardboard stove, children dressed as little flames leap joyfully, waving red ribbons to simulate flames and making whooshing and crackling sounds to mimic burning.

"So warm..." The little girl reached out her hands to touch it, but the little flame flickered and ran away.

The sound of a match going out rang out, the orange light turned a cool tone and faded, and the small flames disappeared into the darkness.

Rumi Tsurumi stood blankly in the cold light, her outstretched hands slowly falling to her sides.

Yukino Yukinoshita, backstage, pursed her lips. "Iroha is right."

Dong Yunshan nodded. "Rumi is indeed the most suitable option."

Like Dong Yunshan, Iroha Isshiki also believed that the role of the little girl was very important and needed to be carefully chosen.

However, she chose Rumi Tsurumi not because Rumi Tsurumi was a friend of Dong Yunshan, but because when she first came to the community center, it was Rumi Tsurumi who took the lead in asking the high school students what they wanted to do.

Later, when preparing the props for the event, Rumi Tsurumi was the one who did the most and was the most diligent among all the elementary school students.

Because she was busy working, she seemed particularly lonely compared to the other elementary school students who were playing together in twos and threes.

This kind of temperament... perfectly matches the little girl in the story.

Laugh--!

The cool light transformed into a warm light and expanded, and children dressed as roast goose and bread jumped onto the stage, dancing around the little girl, but running away just as she was about to touch her.

As the match went out, the children disappeared back into the darkness.

Then came the third match. Under the cardboard Christmas tree, children dressed as gift boxes ran around happily, then disappeared along with the warm light.

Finally, with the fourth match, Grandma appeared in the light, opening her arms to the little girl.

"Grandma!" the little girl cried, tears streaming down her face. "Please take me with you! I know that once this match goes out, you'll disappear, just like that warm fireplace, that beautiful roast goose, that happy Christmas tree!"

She approached her grandmother, holding a match, but the light had already turned cold, and her grandmother had disappeared into the darkness.

Then...

"Don't you have anywhere to go?" Another match was struck in the darkness. A child dressed similarly to a little girl lit a match. "Would you like to come to me? I'll stay with you..."

The two little girls reached out and held each other's hands.

Warm light illuminated the stage, the warm fireplace and the beautiful Christmas tree shone brightly, and the little flames, food, and gifts reappeared, leading two little girls off the stage to distribute cakes and cookies to the audience.

The program officially ended amidst applause, and next was tea time. The cakes and cookies that had been distributed earlier became the snacks to accompany the Cloud Snow Tea.

Saki Kawasaki frantically snapped photos of Kyoka Kawasaki, who was dressed as a little flame, jumping around without a care for her image, searching for the best angle.

Komachi Hikigaya helped Saki Kawasaki demonstrate poses and handed her various props to assist with the photo shoot.

Yui Yuigahama and her friends shared their experience making gingerbread men. After listening to the love story about gingerbread men, Yumiko Miura listened attentively, and Hina Ebina was also deeply moved, so they decided to make a few pairs to try.

Tobe Kakeru exaggeratedly expressed his expectations, while Hayama Hayato smiled silently.

Iroha Isshiki withdrew her gaze and coordinated with the staff to maintain order at the scene.

Dong Yunshan gently patted Yukino Yukinoshita's shoulder and pointed in the direction where the elementary school students were.

Yukino Yukinoshita looked up.

Rumi Tsurumi was chatting with her classmates, a faint smile on her face.

After Christmas, there was still some cleanup and moving work to do, but everyone helped out and it was almost done in no time.

Tasks such as organizing materials and writing event reports can be easily completed by the Student Council itself.

After a long day of work, everyone was exhausted and had no intention of holding a celebration banquet; they just wanted to go home as soon as possible.

Since tomorrow is Christmas, we decided to have a Christmas party to celebrate.

On Christmas Day, Dong Yunshan and Yukino Yukinoshita went to the shopping center to meet up with everyone.

"Hey there~" Yui Yuigahama spotted the two and waved happily.

"Here! Here!" Iroha Isshiki skipped and jumped, her short hair flying in the wind.

"We arrived a little early, but we didn't expect you to be here even earlier." Yukino Yukinoshita looked around. "Where are Komachi and Saki Kawasaki?"

Yui Yuigahama waved her phone. "They said they'd be here in a bit."

Although there were still ten minutes until the agreed time, everyone started chatting on Line on their phones as they left.

"We're here, we're here." Iroha Isshiki looked in one direction.

Dong Yunshan raised her hand and waved it, still quite conspicuous at the bustling entrance.

Saki Kawasaki noticed Dong Yunshan's movements, patted Komachi Hikigaya, and the two walked over together.

"It failed~" Komachi Hikigaya dejectedly. "I wanted my younger brother to come along, but he said he didn't want to go out on a day when 'social butterflies' are going wild."

"That sounds like a massive fish rampage." Dong Yunshan glanced at Saki Kawasaki. "Isn't Taishi Kawasaki coming out either?"

"He's still preparing for his exams." Saki Kawasaki shook her head. "I already told you it wouldn't make a difference if he took one more day..."

"He probably wants to stay focused on his studies," Dong Yunshan comforted him. "There will be other opportunities in the future, and one more Christmas won't make a difference."

"Mmm~" Iroha Isshiki nodded in deep agreement, "I was super nervous before I took the Sobu High School. Even when I had time to play, I couldn't play with peace of mind."

"Huh..." Yui Yuigahama looked up at the sky, trying to remember, "Is Sobu High School really that difficult?"

Dong Yunshan's expression was complicated. "... I never expected you to say that."

"Little Yukino ~" Yui Yuigahama pointed at Dong Yunshan and complained, "Look at him!"

Yukino Yukinoshita said solemnly, "Actually, I'm also very curious about how you got in."

Yui Yuigahama slightly. "There's no need for this kind of curiosity!"

Unexpectedly, Komachi Hikigaya and Saki Kawasaki cast serious glances at her, awaiting her answer.

"That's it." Yui Yuigahama her head. "How was it... to think about what the question setter was thinking?"

Dong Yunshan immediately understood. "Test-taking skills—understanding the question setter's thoughts... that's indeed something you're good at."

"What was the question setter thinking..." Iroha Isshiki's expression was one of utter misery. "At the time, I just felt like the question setter wanted me dead."

"It's not that serious," Dong Yunshan chuckled. "It could also be that they want to make you wish you were dead."

Iroha Isshiki: "Isn't that even more serious!"

We chatted as we walked into the shopping mall.

Although there were already quite a few people at the entrance, the sheer number of people in the shopping mall still amazed everyone.

Everyone was carrying large and small bags, Christmas songs were playing one after another, and the shops were decorated with Christmas decorations, which was dazzling.

Yukino Yukinoshita glanced around and sighed softly.

There are so many people, just looking at them makes me feel tired.

As she was thinking about this, she suddenly realized that everyone was looking at her.

Blinking in confusion, Yukino Yukinoshita realized that everyone's eyes were focused on her hand, which was linked with Dong Yunshan's arm.

Her fingers twitched slightly, Yukino Yukinoshita looked at each of them, asking, "What's wrong?"

Saki Kawasaki nodded. "It's getting more and more natural."

Komachi Hikigaya held up her phone. "Hey, you two, look this way~"

"No wonder you two get along so well," Iroha Isshiki exclaimed. "This club atmosphere is perfect for romance."

With each word they spoke, Yukino Yukinoshita's face turned a shade redder.

Yui Yuigahama had barely opened her mouth when she sensed Yukino Yukinoshita's gaze and turned to look to the side. "There's Santa Claus!"

Yukino Yukinoshita breathed a sigh of relief, and her gaze towards Yui Yuigahama held a hint of gratitude.

"Speaking of which," Dong Yunshan smoothly changed the subject, "How long will you continue to believe in Santa Claus?"

"I remember it was when I was in first grade," Saki Kawasaki replied. "That year I prepared a Christmas present for my younger brother."

"Before I started elementary school," Iroha Isshiki stuck out her tongue, "I wanted to see what Santa Claus looked like, but I ended up seeing my mom and dad instead."

"Ah~ that happens all the time." Komachi Hikigaya looked at Yukino Yukinoshita. "If it were Yukino, I think she'd research what Santa Claus actually looks like."

"I didn't have time." Yukino Yukinoshita looked helpless. "My older sister told me when I was just old enough to understand."

Dong Yunshan: "... That's something she's capable of doing."

"Haha... Everyone figured it out so early." Yui Yuigahama laughed a little embarrassedly, "I believed it until I was in the third grade of elementary school..."

"It's okay~" Komachi Hikigaya smiled brightly. "I believe that as long as there are people who need Santa Claus, he will always exist."

Dong Yunshan raised an eyebrow. "This line about Komachi gets a high score."

Komachi Hikigaya flashed a peace sign. "Hey, what about you?"

"Me...?" Dong Yunshan smiled, "I never believed it from the beginning."

"That makes sense." Yui Yuigahama. "Yunshan mature earlier."

Yukino Yukinoshita, holding Dong Yunshan's hand, moved it slightly and lowered her voice. "What about the past life?"

"I didn't really understand Christmas until I was in junior high school in my past life," Dong Yunshan replied softly. "At that age, I couldn't convince myself to believe in Santa Claus anymore."

"I see..." Noticing that everyone's gaze was turning to her again, Yukino Yukinoshita tossed her hair. "Speaking of which, this place is so big, where should we start looking?"

As suggested by Yui Yuigahama yesterday, today's plan is to wander around and pick out gifts, and then exchange them at the Christmas party.

The "mysterious Santa Claus" is currently very popular among young people.

"Hmm..." Komachi Hikigaya thought for a moment, "That depends on what kind of gifts everyone wants to buy."

"Okay then," Dong Yunshan said, taking out her phone, "I'll order a cake first, then everyone can go their own way, and we'll meet at the cake shop and take the cake to the party."

Chapter 657 Exchanging Gifts

So the group that had just gathered dispersed again.

Yukino Yukinoshita tightened her grip on Dong Yunshan's hand. "Where are we going?"

"Hmm... as for Christmas presents," Dong Yunshan thought for a moment, "How about toys?"