Nogami Izumi and Akane Nanao had argued before, but that incident was originally because of Kazuma. Nogami Izumi no longer cared about those things and instead got along very well with them.
Kazuma knew that Izumi was different now. Perhaps her young lady's arrogance hadn't changed, and her true nature remained the same, but that arrogance and sharpness were now only directed at outsiders. Kazuma naturally didn't mind.
By now, after so many things had happened, he trusted this twisted gyaru deeply. The bond on the good friend communication card also explained everything.
"Akane, what about you? Don't you plan to work part-time with Kanna?"
Kazuma and Akane Nanao stood outside the building, leaning against the nearby wall, chatting while waiting for someone.
"You two are inseparable most of the time. I thought you'd go with her."
"My pocket money is quite sufficient. Besides, part-time jobs would only take up our time, Kazuma," she linked her arm through the boy's, pressing close against him. "Unless you go too, Kazuma—then I'd be willing."
"I don't want to work part-time unless it's a special circumstance."
Soon, the person they were waiting for arrived.
When Miyajima Sakura changed her shoes and came out, she happened to see Kazuma and Akane Nanao leaning against the wall in an intimate and ambiguous posture. This second-year senpai, the Kendo Club president, had her eyes light up, as if something she had longed for was finally within reach. Unable to hide the excitement on her face, she walked toward them.
"Kazuma-kun, we finally meet again," she suppressed her excitement while revealing a hint of resentment. "It's really not easy to see you. I came several times but couldn't find you. Now I've finally managed to meet you through Tosaka Fuyuka."
"Senpai has been here several times," Akane Nanao said with a teasing smile. "Kazuma is always like a ghost, appearing and disappearing unpredictably. But, Miyajima-senpai, what exactly do you need to see Kazuma for?"
"It's something quite important. I'd like to talk to you alone," Miyajima Sakura extended the invitation. "Kazuma-kun, if you don't mind, would you like to come to the Kendo Club for a while?"
"No problem. I have plenty of time this afternoon," Kazuma said, then suddenly glanced behind him. Miyajima Sakura knew what he was looking for. The beautiful and gentle Kendo Club president gave a faint smile.
"Tosaka has already gone back. It seems she had something to do today."
After all, Tosaka Fuyuka wasn't a member of the Kendo Club, so naturally she wouldn't be coming to the club every day. Miyajima Sakura led Kazuma and Akane Nanao toward the club building. Following behind Miyajima-senpai, Akane Nanao quietly tugged on Kazuma's clothes and whispered:
"Kazuma, she wouldn't be trying to invite you to join the Kendo Club, would she? I heard from Tosaka-senpai that Miyajima-senpai was very impressed with your strength and is quite interested in you," she murmured, her gaze fixed on the graceful figure of the senpai ahead.
"Probably. To be honest, I'm not really interested in joining the Kendo Club," Kazuma stated bluntly.
"Huh? Why not? It's not like we're in any club right now. The Kendo Club seems like a nice place," she said. At least it was much better than the baseball club. Just thinking about the baseball club now made Akane Nanao feel nauseous. Miyajima-senpai's Kendo Club was definitely much better.
Kazuma didn't answer, only lightly brushed her waist.
"If you like it, you can apply. I don't think Miyajima-senpai would refuse."
"I'll pass. I don't know anything about kendo," Akane Nanao quickly shook her head. "Actually, I'm more interested in the Archery Club... Speaking of which, senpai is so beautiful, her personality is gentle, and she's the Kendo Club president. No wonder she's so popular..."
As they walked, many people turned their gazes toward Miyajima Sakura. Her popularity was indeed high.
Kazuma glanced at her. Akane, you're not lacking either. The number of people looking at you is no less than those looking at Miyajima Sakura.
They arrived at the Kendo Club once again. The last time he was here was because of Tosaka. This time, it was Miyajima Sakura's personal invitation.
Senpai was truly popular. Upon entering the Kendo Club, the members respectfully greeted her, admiration clear on their faces. However, when they saw Kazuma being personally invited into the room by their beloved president, expressions of annoyance appeared.
The female members were fine; they merely cast curious glances his way. As for the male members, their jealous stares pierced his back in unison, as if trying to skewer the guy receiving special treatment from the president.
But then they remembered the terrifying strength he had displayed last time—the power that had even defeated the president instantly—and they all deflated.
After entering the room, Kazuma glanced around. The room was clean and tidy, carrying a faint, pleasant scent.
"This is my room. No one else is allowed in here, Kazuma-kun."
Miyajima Sakura offered him a cup of water, adding the remark casually.
As expected of a large club, it had several activity rooms.
"Miyajima-senpai, at first I thought you wanted to ask me to join the Kendo Club," Kazuma said, looking at the girl sitting across from him with a strange expression. "But now it seems you have another purpose. Otherwise, you wouldn't have invited me in here alone."
The more he looked at Miyajima Sakura, the more something felt off. "You even avoided Akane. Senpai, what exactly do you want from me?"
The way Miyajima Sakura looked at Kazuma was indeed somewhat different. If outside she had maintained a gentle and elegant demeanor, now an oddly alluring aura seemed to emanate from her.
She subtly emphasized her graceful figure. Even though her uniform was properly buttoned, it still gave off a seductive impression.
"I actually do hope Kazuma-kun will join the Kendo Club," Miyajima Sakura leaned forward slightly with a soft sigh. "But I overheard your conversation earlier. You're not interested in the Kendo Club, Kazuma-kun. Such a pity, with your formidable strength."
"Won't you reconsider? If you're willing to join the Kendo Club, I can promise you anything."
Kazuma watched as she rested her chest lightly on the table, striking a rather tempting pose. His eye twitched slightly.
"Anything? Miyajima-senpai, that's a rather dangerous thing to say."
"Kazuma-kun, you are Tosaka's lover. I trust Tosaka, so naturally I trust you. Why would it be dangerous?"
Miyajima Sakura spoke with a meaningful half-smile. Without waiting for Kazuma to respond, she continued:
"It's just... even though you're Tosaka's lover, you have so many ambiguous girls around you. Not just Akane Nanao..."
"So fickle."
Kazuma remained unmoved, not a trace of embarrassment on his face. He calmly took a sip of tea.
"Miyajima-senpai, you didn't call me here just to lecture me, did you?"
She met his gaze for a moment, then suddenly chuckled.
"Of course not. I came to ask for your help. Tosaka is willing, so I can't say much. I'm just a bit curious about the kind of man who is so popular and has her so infatuated."
After that, Miyajima Sakura finally revealed her true purpose.
"Seeing Tosaka so happy every day... to be honest, I'm a bit envious. I also want to find a boyfriend, to experience the feeling of being in love."
"Then go ahead. Miyajima-senpai, you're very popular. There must be many boys secretly in love with you," Kazuma said.
Then he noticed her staring intently at him. He stiffened.
"Wait, senpai... you're not thinking of dating me, are you?"
"That's not it. After all, I have to consider Tosaka's feelings," Miyajima Sakura laughed softly, then became serious.
"I just hope Kazuma-kun can... guide me a little."
"?"
"I've never been in love before. I have no experience with dating... or intimacy. Falling in love, even getting married... these things are unavoidable, right? I heard from Tosaka that she's already... done it with you. So, Kazuma-kun, you must have a lot of experience in this area."
"??"
"To prevent any future... lack of experience, I hope Kazuma-kun can guide me. Give me guidance on love, even... newlywed training."
"???"
A cluster of question marks seemed to pop up over Kazuma's head.
His ears rang. Staring dumbfounded at the completely serious Miyajima Sakura, he almost thought he was hallucinating, feeling intense shock and confusion.
"Senpai, you... say that again."
"Didn't you understand? I said it quite clearly. Kissing, intimacy, and having children... I have no experience with any of it. So, I want to ask for your help, Kazuma. Please guide me in learning how to be a girlfriend—and even a newlywed wife."
Miyajima Sakura repeated her words.
Kazuma poked his own ear, his gaze vacant.
"Not hearing things... I'm not hearing things..."
He didn't know what was happening, but he was deeply shaken.
"Senpai, I think there's something wrong with your thinking... That is... don't you have someone you like?" Kazuma asked, completely thrown off.
"What's the problem? Even though I don't have someone I like now, I definitely will in the future. To avoid being flustered and inexperienced later, of course I should prepare and learn now. That's perfectly normal, right?"
Yeah, that's normal. The abnormal one is me.
Kazuma was defeated. Wait... her condition... could she be hypnotized?
He suddenly narrowed his eyes.
"Kazuma-kun, you are Tosaka's lover. You are the most suitable candidate. And we aren't dating. No matter what happens, it's just for the sake of guidance and learning. I'm sure Tosaka won't mind at all. So please, you must help me———"
She's definitely hypnotized.
Kazuma fell into deep thought.
But it probably wasn't hypnotized by that man from the original story. After all, she didn't seek out another man; instead, she came to me. It couldn't possibly be me who hypnotized her, could it? Impossible.
Kazuma felt there was something strange about this.
"Senpai, what you say makes sense. Guidance is a perfectly reasonable act. Even making you have children would be normal," Kazuma nodded deeply in agreement, then revealed a smile. "Don't worry. Since you're Tosaka's good friend, I do have ample experience in this area. I can help you."
Alright then. Let me personally enter the game and see what's really going on.
"Kazuma-kun, thank you~ I will study hard. Please guide me strictly."
"..."
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