"Kirigaya, wake up the person behind you."
Kirito quickly nudged Luo Yu.
Luo Yu groggily heard his name being called, then opened his eyes.
Last night, inspiration struck while he was typing, and Prometheus's reminders were useless.
Luo Yu typed straight through until six in the morning, essentially pulling an all-nighter.
He hadn't expected to fall asleep right in the classroom.
Luo Yu stretched and thought, then asked Kirito, "Kazuto, is class over?"
"You slept soundly," a voice came from the podium.
Luo Yu looked towards the sound and saw Shizuka Hiratsuka looking at him teasingly.
"Come to the office after school. That's all, class dismissed." With that, Shizuka Hiratsuka walked out of the classroom with her lecture materials.
"Are you okay, Luo Yu? I saw you slept through the whole day. You only ate a couple of bites during lunch break and went back to sleep." Kirito asked with concern.
"Yeah. Luo Yu, you didn't stay up late too, did you?" Satou Kazuma also expressed his concern for Luo Yu.
"Last night, I accidentally lost track of time," Luo Yu told his two friends. "But it's fine, I'll get some more sleep later."
"You're going to sleep more? Teacher Hiratsuka already asked you to go to the office," Kirito said in surprise.
"Since I've already been summoned to the office, why shouldn't I get a little more sleep?"
Hearing this, Kirito and Satou Kazuma gave Luo Yu a thumbs-up.
After school.
Luo Yu arrived outside Shizuka Hiratsuka's office.
"Excuse me." He pushed the door open and entered.
"Youth is a lie. Those who sing its praises are deceiving themselves. They hold a one-sidedly positive view of everything around them. As long as it's related to the word 'youth,' they can twist all common sense. In their eyes, lies, concealment, and even failure are just seasonings for youth. ...Therefore, I'll get straight to the point: Fools who indulge in youth, explode!"
Seeing this classic quote, Luo Yu spotted a boy with a single stray hair and dead fish eyes standing in the office.
As expected of you! Hachiman.
"You're the one who should explode," Shizuka Hiratsuka said, looking helpless.
She then turned to Luo Yu and said, "You're here, Luo Yu. Wait here for a moment. I'll deal with this person first before handling your matter."
"Are you going to deal with me? Violence is not permitted," Hachiman Hikigaya said, feigning a posture as if he were about to be hit.
"It's fine, Teacher Hiratsuka, you focus on your business first," Luo Yu replied with a smile.
After all, this was a famous scene, so he naturally wanted to watch the show from the side.
Chapter 16: Luo Yu and Hachiman Hikigaya
"I'm telling you, Hachiman, do you remember the essay topic I assigned in class?"
"Hoh. An essay reflecting on high school life."
"Then why did you write something so idiotic?!"
Shizuka Hiratsuka rubbed her forehead helplessly.
She then looked into Hachiman Hikigaya's eyes and said, "Your eyes are practically dead fish eyes."
"Do they look like they're rich in DHA? They seem quite intelligent," Hachiman Hikigaya said proudly.
Pfft. Luo Yu couldn't help but chuckle. Although he had seen it in the anime before, seeing it again in reality still made him laugh.
The sudden laughter attracted Hachiman Hikigaya's attention. Hachiman Hikigaya had noticed the handsome boy as soon as Luo Yu entered. Based on his years of solitary experience, Hachiman Hikigaya could tell that the boy was not like him.
You popular kid, what are you laughing at?
Hachiman Hikigaya looked at Luo Yu with this thought in mind.
Isn't this interesting?
Luo Yu also smiled and looked at Hachiman Hikigaya.
"Reflect on yourself properly! You brat!"
Shizuka Hiratsuka's outburst interrupted the exchange of glances between Luo Yu and Hachiman Hikigaya.
Hachiman Hikigaya provocatively said, "Brat? Considering your age, Teacher, I suppose I am a brat..."
Shizuka Hiratsuka suddenly stood up and swung at Hachiman Hikigaya, creating a gust of wind around her.
Too bad that punch missed, Luo Yu thought with a hint of mischief.
"Has no one taught you not to joke about a woman's age?" Shizuka Hiratsuka said, retracting her fist.
Hachiman Hikigaya breathed a sigh of relief. "I'm sorry, I was wrong."
"Anyway, for now, Hachiman, you wait a moment. Luo Yu, it's your turn next."
"Teacher Hiratsuka, what did you want to see me about in the office?"
"It's one thing that you don't pay attention in class." Shizuka Hiratsuka sighed. "After all, you do understand the content taught in class. But you slept through the entire day today. It's one thing if other teachers don't care, but you dare to sleep through my class? Have you been getting bolder lately?"
Brave warrior! You dare sleep in Iron Fist Demon King's class.
Hachiman Hikigaya looked at Luo Yu with admiration.
"I won't dare next time. Besides, Teacher Hiratsuka, you know me. It's been this long since school started, and although I've never paid attention in class, I've never slept either. Because I believe that in the classroom, staying awake is the least amount of respect for the teacher!"
"If you really respected the teacher, you'd listen carefully!" Hiratsuka Shizuka looked troubled.
"Fine, then tell me why you slept today."
"I accidentally stayed up late last night. I really couldn't hold on today."
"Alright. That's the only reason I called you here. Let's go together, you dead fish eyes over there, keep up."
Is she planning to recruit Hachiman into the Service Club?
Although he had already guessed this possibility, Luo Yu still asked Hiratsuka Shizuka, "Teacher Hiratsuka, are you planning to go to the Light Music Club?"
"That's right, let's go together."
On the way to the Light Music Club.
Luo Yu thought for a moment and decided to say hello to Hachiman Hikigaya.
Luo Yu leaned in front of Hachiman Hikigaya, extended his hand, and said, "Hello, nice to meet you? I'm Luo Yu from Class A, first year."
The sudden words stunned Hachiman Hikigaya on the spot.
How long has it been? How long has it been since someone actively approached me to get acquainted?
Hachiman Hikigaya hesitated for a moment, then still extended his hand and shook Luo Yu's.
"Class F, second year, Hachiman... Hikigaya. Please take care of me."
"Second year? So you're my senior. Then, Senior Hikigaya, can we be friends?"
"Senior and all, just call me Hikigaya. But do you really want to be friends with me? I'm not bragging, I don't have a single friend at this school!" Hachiman Hikigaya said sheepishly.
Someone wants to be friends with someone like me? But senior... I've never been called that before. Thinking about it, it's truly sad!
"Okay, Hikigaya. But can't I call you Hachiman? You can also just call me by my name, Luo Yu."
"Ha... Hach... Hachiman! No! Just call me Hikigaya. Calling me that name is bad for my heart." Hachiman Hikigaya clutched his chest, looking pained.
"Pfft, Hikigaya, aren't you quite interesting? How could you not have friends? Well, since you don't have friends, let me be your first one."
Seeing Luo Yu say this with a smile, Hachiman Hikigaya also started to smile.
Perhaps male friendships are that simple.
With just a few words, Luo Yu and Hachiman Hikigaya became friends.
"By the way, Luo Yu. Do you know where Teacher Hiratsuka always takes us?"
After they became friends, Hachiman Hikigaya suddenly remembered something and asked.
"Didn't Teacher Hiratsuka tell you? We're going to the Light Music Club now. Oh right, I'm a member of the Light Music Club."
"Then why is Teacher Hiratsuka taking me to the Light Music Club?"
"Who knows?"
Luo Yu gave a meaningful smile.
Before long, the three arrived at the entrance of the Light Music Club.
With a "bang," Hiratsuka Shizuka pushed the door open and walked in.
The girls were startled by the sudden noise and turned their gazes to the entrance.
"Yo! Everyone, good afternoon. Sorry I'm late." Luo Yu calmly greeted the girls.
Then, he familiarized himself with his seat and began to drink tea. The Young Lady was as thoughtful as ever, having already prepared black tea for Luo Yu when he sat down.
"Teacher Hiratsuka, I should have told you, you should knock before entering. As a teacher, you should set an example. And this is the clubroom of the Light Music Club, not just for me."
Yukino Yukinoshita's cold voice came from the corner of the activity room.
"Ah, sorry, sorry." Hiratsuka Shizuka apologized to everyone.
"It's fine, we don't mind at all."
The girls from the Light Music Club didn't mind Hiratsuka Shizuka's actions.
"Besides, even if I knocked, you never replied to me anyway," Hiratsuka Shizuka said to Yukino Yukinoshita.
"Because you came in without waiting for my reply. So, who is that person over there who looks so dull?" Yukino asked, looking at Hachiman Hikigaya.
Although Yukino Yukinoshita's tone was calm, Luo Yu still noticed a momentary change in her expression when she saw Hachiman Hikigaya.
Looks like she recognized him.
Luo Yu picked up his teacup and took a sip.
Live broadcasts are truly interesting!
"Hey, Luo Yu, who is that guy? I saw you came together, is he here to join the Light Music Club? He doesn't look like it though," Ritsu Tainaka whispered into Luo Yu's ear.
"His eyes look like they're about to rot," Yui Hirasawa agreed, nodding along.
Hachiman, your dead fish eyes really are a distinctive feature!
Sighing, Luo Yu replied, "Alright, you two, say a little less. He's a new friend I just made, a pretty decent guy."
Chapter 17: A Newcomer to the Service Club
While the girls and Luo Yu were discussing, Hachiman Hikigaya was also observing the entire Light Music Club.
With his keen observational skills, he had already analyzed that the room was divided into two circles.
One was the group formed by his new friend, Luo Yu, and four girls. Damn it! My initial feeling was right, Luo Yu is indeed a dead, popular guy.
The other was more surprising, as it included the school's renowned "ice queen," the cold beauty Yukino Yukinoshita.
"He's the one who wants to join the club," Hiratsuka Shizuka said to Yukino Yukinoshita, pointing at Hachiman Hikigaya.
No way? Hachiman Hikigaya's eyes widened. Teacher Hiratsuka doesn't want me to join Yukino Yukinoshita's club, does she?
Compared to that, he'd much rather join the Light Music Club next door. After all, he knew people there.
Hachiman Hikigaya shot Luo Yu a pleading look.
Facing Hachiman Hikigaya's desperate gaze, Luo Yu shrugged and mouthed a few words to him.
Good luck with that.
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