Tokyo: My debt collection methods are a bit off.

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The elegant and aloof Ayako, after hearing about this at a party, stepped in to save Kachiko's father's company and also brought her back to life.

To this day, Kazuko still remembers what Ayako-san said to her that day.

"I hope you will study hard in the future, strive to become stronger, and become someone who can protect yourself."

"If you want to express your gratitude later, join the Saionji family's company after graduating from university and help my nephew, Saionji Ryuichi."

"Oh, right, but he asked me to help you."

The image of Ayako Saionji speaking with a cool and aloof tone, yet revealing concern between the lines, flashed through her mind, and Keiko was still filled with gratitude.

It is clear that Zi's dream began from that moment.

She also transformed into a kind and strong woman like Ayako Saionji, and married Ryuichi Saionji, who had begged Ayako to save her.

Koko wants to work with Ryuichi Saionji to make the Saionji family even stronger, and she studies hard for that purpose.

Now, half of this goal has been achieved; she has transformed from Takagi Kachiko into Saionji Kachiko.

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Haruki Murakami said:

"No matter what everyone in the world says,"

"I always believe that my own feelings are correct."

"Regardless of what others think,"

"I will never disrupt my own rhythm."

"You can naturally stick to what you love,"

"If you don't like something, it can't last."

The Mediterranean-looking teacher on the podium is a die-hard fan of the famous author Haruki Murakami. During the last class of the morning, he spent the entire time talking about articles and stories by Murakami.

Golden sunlight streamed in through the window, making Hoshino Jun feel lazy and wanting to take a long nap.

But he can't.

Not to mention the Mediterranean teacher, who is a hot-tempered old man who might target students who snore at any time.

The mere need to work hard to earn money is enough to keep Hoshino Jun alert, always waiting for the lunch break bell to ring.

Today is Thursday, April 26th.

The trigger for Yamada Ran's Class A debt occurred at noon last Saturday.

In other words, Hoshino Jun only has two days left, and he must make the most of every minute and every opportunity.

Strive to achieve the goal in one step.

What would be the reward for Grade A debt?

As Hoshino Jun waited expectantly, time slowly passed, and the school bell, signaling the start of lunch break, rang out.

"Jingle Bell--!"

Upon arriving at the cafeteria, Hoshino Jun again opted for yakisoba bread for lunch, not because she wanted to save money, but because it was the fastest and easiest way to eat yakisoba bread.

This would allow Hoshino Jun to have more free time to do other things, such as reading with Saionji Ayako.

This is a very meaningful matter.

After all, there are still twenty-one Class C debts left with Ayako Saionji, which, when converted into rewards, amount to a total of 2.1 million yen.

The road to the library was quiet, with only the rustling of trees in the distance.

While most people were having lunch, Hoshino Jun had already begun her struggle to earn money.

"If someone like me doesn't succeed, who will?"

"Will it allow lazy dogs to succeed?"

With his mind constantly reviewing every step of the day, Hoshino Jun once again stepped into the quiet library, now empty except for the two of them.

One is a librarian.

The other one was Ayako Saionji, who was sitting in the bright sunlight.

As usual, she was wearing a brown overcoat, with books and a cup of hot tea on the table in front of her.

Bathed in sunlight, her jet-black hair and delicate, slender face were particularly striking, and beneath her long eyelashes, her starry eyes were intently focused on a book.

Every pose she strikes exudes elegance and charm.

If we're just looking at faces, Hoshino Jun thinks she's probably prettier than Yamada Ran.

Unfortunately

Ran Yamada is too domineering.

Not just in personality, but in every aspect he is domineering.

Ayako Saionji was no match for him.

Seemingly noticing that someone's gaze was fixed on her, Ayako Saionji looked up.

"You came."

For some reason, the librarian looked at Hoshino Jun's handsome face with a somewhat strange expression.

However, Hoshino Jun didn't care at all.

This librarian had not incurred any debts, and while his appearance was passable, it was just passable.

Her charm level is probably only between 6 and 7, which is definitely not Hoshino Jun's type.

His attention was entirely on Ayako Saionji: "Yes, I'm here."

The aloof vice chairman raised an eyebrow, as if he had thought of something, and replied, "Did you think I was going to say that you shouldn't have come?"

Exposed.

But Hoshino Jun denies that this never happened.

"I haven't thought that way."

"That's for the best, the lines are really awkward."

You know it's awkward, why did you say it?

Hoshino Jun did not answer. After borrowing a copy of Tagore's "Stray Birds", he walked over to Saionji Ayako and sat down opposite her without any restraint.

"Why don't you read books written entirely in Chinese anymore?"

The vice president seemed to be in a good mood today, and even talked more.

Jun Hoshino replied, "Occasionally you have to try other things. If you only watch things in pure Chinese, it will make you seem pretentious."

"Knowledge is ultimately acquired by oneself, so why care about other people's opinions?"

"I don't want to care, but when people are watching me too much, I can't ignore it."

"That's an illusion. The world is big and there are many people. No one will notice you."

"No, I am the focus of attention of countless girls every day, and I think the vice chairman must have the same problem."

Jun Hoshino's words were serious, and Ayako Saionji fell silent.

Because she had to admit that this seemingly arrogant boy was half right, since Hoshino Jun was indeed excessively handsome.

Even Ayako Saionji herself sometimes finds herself glancing at a book more than once while reading.

As for why he said he was only half right...

Because Ayako Saionji never experienced the annoyance of being the center of attention every day, she almost always attended public events with her older sister.

Basically, everyone's attention is focused on the older sister, thus ignoring the younger sister, who they consider to be quite good-looking.

Ayako Saionji glanced down instinctively; nothing special.

"Yeah, it is quite troublesome."

"am I right."

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For a fleeting moment, Ayako Saionji felt an urge to hit someone.

But Hoshino Jun didn't notice that he was paying attention to something else.

For example, the books that Ayako Saionji was reading today were all in pure Chinese.

And they were all written by Zhou Xun.

Classic works such as "Diary of a Madman", "Call to Arms", and "Hesitation" are all included.

Does this count as a successful book recommendation?

Ayako Saionji didn't reply to Jun Hoshino's words, and the atmosphere between the two became quiet. They each looked at the books in their hands and did not disturb each other.

About ten minutes later...

Someone entered the library, and Hoshino Jun's hands seemed to grow legs, climbing step by step onto Saionji Ayako's hand.

Very cold.

It's also very smooth.

It's like a piece of softened ice.

The other party seemed to have gotten used to Hoshino Jun's actions, and only glanced up before making no further moves.

"The chairman's people have arrived?"

Hoshino Jun thought for a moment and then shook her head.

"I didn't know if they had arrived, but when I saw that someone had come, I decided to do it."

This answer.

That’s okay.

Ayako Saionji nodded without saying anything more.