I, Aki Tomoya, will not be a simp.

Tokai Rin Yuko from the Misumi class rubbed her neck and sighed.

"It's as if our classmate An Yi never helped you. Enough already, this is An Yi from Class Nakado!"

"Sakamoto, you clearly want Aki-kun to share the firepower, don't you?"

Hearing her say that, Makoto Sakamoto panicked and looked a little guilty.

"What did you say... Do you know how good Aki-kun is? Whether it's his job as a recorder or his regular lab work, having him help makes things so much easier in the lab!"

As if to prove something, Makoto Sakamoto displayed a rare and formidable aura.

"Hearing you say that, I'm even more eager for Aki-kun to come to our class... Aki-kun, I'm much better than Dr. Sakamoto, you can learn more about pathology by following me!"

"Dong Hailin, using a honey trap is utterly shameful!"

Honey trap...

Aki Tomoya glanced at Tokai Rin Yuko.

It's not his type.

The age difference is too great.

Moreover, if we're talking about using a beauty trap, Dr. Misumi would be more effective.

"Could you two please calm down for a moment?"

Regardless of whether these two are serious about vying for him, let's pause for now.

Mikoto Misumi then laughed and said, "Aki-kun is very popular, isn't he? I bet quite a few girls like him, right?"

"No, those two were just joking. I'm not that popular."

Her teasing made Aki Tomoya burst into laughter.

"I'm serious, you can ask Misaka if you don't believe me!"

However, Tokai Rin Yuko was extremely serious at this moment, seemingly wanting to recruit Aki Tomoya into their class.

This made Makoto Sakamoto panic again.

"Dr. Donghailin, please stop joking."

In fact, Aki Tomo also suspected that it was because there was a genuine shortage of people that he was so sought after here.

He's been here for over a month, and he hasn't seen any other medical university students working part-time here like him.

"It seems that Aki-kun has no idea what he's good at."

Mikoto Misumi looked at Tomoya Aki with great interest.

Her words were unexpected for Aki Tomoya, leaving him somewhat bewildered.

"Originally, I just hoped that Aki-kun would do a good job of taking notes, but you also assisted Dr. Sakamoto, right? With such a quick learner as an assistant, it's no wonder that Dr. Sakamoto likes you so much."

"You are all my seniors, so of course I have to learn from you, and I've only learned a little bit of the basics."

Basic pathology knowledge is universal, and when he went to the lab with me, he didn't just stand by and watch; he would help out when possible.

"Humble as always, not bad!"

Mikoto Misumi really likes this about Tomoya Aki: he doesn't need anyone to push him; he knows what to do and how to move forward on his own.

In fact, she felt that Aki Tomoya had arrived at the most suitable place at the most suitable time, and he played a significant role in easing tensions in the Nakado class.

The most obvious change is that Makoto Sakamoto complained much less. Of course, that was when Tomo Aki was also there. Let him and Kei Nakado have some time alone together.

"To be able to tolerate Nakado's temper, Aki-kun is really amazing."

At this moment, Tokai Rin Yuko interjected.

It's worth noting that many of those who partnered with the Nakado faction resigned because they couldn't withstand the pressure.

"Apart from the beginning when he would often urge me, otherwise... Dr. Nakado is alright."

"That's because you've gradually become so good at finding fault with things. Apart from not being able to touch the body, Aki-kun can not only do the work of a recorder, but also free up his hands to help the clinical forensic technicians. Simply put, you look very handsome when you're serious!"

"...Thank you."

Even though she said that, Aki Tomoya still felt that this was a bit of a shady company, since the research institute hadn't given him a raise.

The main reason I went to help Makoto Sakamoto was because the word "laboratory" was more appealing.

Of course, setting aside things he might not use, he is still very grateful to Makoto Sakamoto for teaching him a lot.

As Mikoto Misumi said, the only thing she didn't get to experience at UDI was dissecting a corpse herself.

But even so, Aki Tomoya felt that was enough. His main goal was to solidify both his studies and part-time work, with many unexpected benefits as well.

"It's a pity that Aki-kun doesn't plan to pursue a career in forensic medicine, right?"

Mikoto Misumi still felt a little regretful when she talked about this.

"After all, this is 7K. Someone like Aki-kun, from a prestigious family, who is developing in clinical surgery, will definitely be in high demand in the future and has a bright future!"

Tokai Rin Yuko's words left Aki Tomoya speechless.

He respected these forensic scientists, but everyone has their own aspirations.

"Speaking of which, there's a fireworks display tonight, and I really wish someone could watch it with me!"

Suddenly, Tokai Rin Yuko's style changed, transforming from a profound forensic scientist into an older single woman.

Not only is the work tough, but it's also hard to find a suitable partner.

She didn't just want someone to watch the fireworks with; she wanted to get married.

"Does Aki-kun have a date today?"

As Tokai Rin Yuko's gaze, filled with admiration for youth, fell upon Aki Tomoya, the office was instantly filled with gossip once again.

"I've always said that a guy like Aki-kun would be very popular, so he definitely won't be lonely tonight, right?"

Has even Mikoto Misumi started doing this now?

"No, no, no, I'm not popular, and the girls I know..."

not much……

Aki Tomoya paused for a moment, then thought about the girls he knew and had a good relationship with.

If you count carefully, one, two, three, four...

There seem to be quite a lot.

"That expression... what's the word again... a 'normie,' yes, a 'normie'!"

Tokai Rin Yuko seemed to have figured something out.

Then, a burst of teasing laughter reached Aki Tomoya's ears.

"Aki-kun, do you have a girlfriend?"

Mikoto Misumi then inquired curiously.

This question troubled him somewhat, and he shook his head under Mikoto Misumi's gaze.

"I feel like Aki-kun should be very popular, is it because he's not interested in dating yet?"

"...a little bit."

in love.

This word is not far from him.

However, when the topic was brought up again at this time, Aki Tomo was somewhat embarrassed.

I've experienced that feeling of my heart fluttering before.

Youth is linked to romance, and university is also a part of youth.

"Does Aki-kun have someone he likes?"

"This is a bit..."

It's hard to answer when it comes to someone you like.

There were girls I used to have feelings for, but now I don't feel anything special about them. Maybe I just haven't noticed?

Aki Tomoya is unsure.

"Wait a minute, why are we talking about my love life? Stop it!"

He doesn't accept such gossipy questions!

Moreover, speaking of tonight, I actually did have an appointment with someone.

It's because of their messy gossip that Aki Tomoya is now in a bit of an awkward situation.

"So, does tonight count as a date between me and Kudo?"

Chapter 213 The fireworks were beautiful tonight (4k)

The sky over Tokyo gradually darkened.

I left UDI on time, took the subway to Ueno Station, and checked the time. I wasn't sure if Sayaka Kudo had arrived yet.