I, Aki Tomoya, will not be a simp.

"Also, my name is Aki Tomoya, not Tokyo University student. If Harumi-sensei is offering a blessing, then I'm truly grateful!"

Aki Tomoya said, as if he were joking about himself.

As for their new tutor, Aki Tomoya was unsure whether he should have any expectations of her. Being pretty was one thing, but being capable was another.

As things stand, Junko Harumi should think about how to curb her subtle sense of frustration before interacting with her students.

Such a depressing atmosphere will more or less affect those around them.

Good evening, An Yi!

Harumi Junko realized she had said something inappropriate in front of her students, and her expression immediately turned somewhat self-pitying.

Instead of properly addressing the student by name, you subconsciously blurted out your inner complaints. That's incredibly rude!

As teachers, we should set a good example for our students.

Etiquette is a fundamental element!

"Dongda student...please don't be misunderstood!"

Harumi Junko felt a little annoyed. What was said in jest might have been taken seriously by the listener. If the nickname was interpreted as sarcasm, she really wouldn't know how to explain it.

Leaving a bad impression on a student on the very first day of meeting them is not a new thing, and it may not be the last.

In short, if you don't pay attention to one thing, you might not even have the last chance to prove your worth.

Harumi Junko thought that Aomine Academy shouldn't be as stressful as Sanno Academy, where she had stayed before, and she had even thought that maybe she could do well this time.

As a result, she was exposed in front of the students on the very first day after work. Just thinking about it made Junko Harumi feel like crying.

Despite accepting the president's kindness and hoping to seize the opportunity, there was still no sign of changing their fate at the beginning.

In Aki Tomoya's eyes, Harumi Junko's appearance at this moment was a bit frightening.

"Teacher Harumi?"

Aki Tomoya called out cautiously.

"I'm here, Aki-kun!"

Harumi Junko responded cautiously, unaware that she had already somewhat frightened the student in front of her.

Aki Tomoya looked closely at Harumi Junko, who was pretending to be calm, and asked seriously, "Are you sure it's okay?"

Despite being suddenly shown concern by her students, Harumi Junko couldn't feel happy at all, because she had already noticed that Aki Tomoya's gaze was a little strange.

She gave a slight, bitter smile and said, "I'm really fine!"

Even though Junko Harumi said that, her inner pessimism was written all over her face!

Aki Tomoya has seen many depressed people, but someone like Harumi Junko is rare.

The other person's pessimism made Aki Tomoya wonder just how much of a failure this teacher had been in the past.

"Enough about me, isn't Anki going home yet? It's getting late!"

Unable to hide her flaws in front of the students, Junko Harumi could only change the subject.

Being pitied by a student was like a high-multiplier critical hit to Junko Harumi.

Instead of having students care about teachers, let teachers care about students. It's so late and their families must be worried.

Without hesitation, Aki Tomo raised his hand: "We're going back now."

Harumi Junko then noticed that Aki Tomoya was carrying a fast food bento box.

Upon noticing this detail, Junko Harumi's mind raced with the same high spirits she had during her student days.

This is a great opportunity to demonstrate your excellent qualities as a teacher!

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Chapter 38 Never Become an Adult Like That! (Bonus Chapter)

The key elements are exam preparation materials and fast food lunch boxes!

Generally speaking, caring parents will prepare a late-night snack for their children before they come home from evening tutoring to replenish their nutrition.

Take Junko Harumi as an example. Back then, when she was preparing and planning everything for getting into the University of Tokyo, her mother would bring her gifts with a smile and encourage her to keep up the good work while she studied at night.

Therefore, there are many possible reasons why Aki Tomoya is carrying a fast food bento box home at this moment.

For example, his parents are very busy and have no time to take care of him!

In short, no matter what, it's definitely right for teachers to show concern now.

Think about it carefully. As a teacher, if you see a student taking a fast food lunch home, it's easy to leave a good impression on the student if you can say a few words of concern.

With the option to earn extra points right in front of her, Junko Harumi's eyes lit up, her gloom vanishing, and she asked in a kind tone, "So, you're going to have a fast food bento?"

The subtext is, does no one at home prepare a late-night snack for him? Is a fast food lunchbox a bit too meager for a student preparing for exams?

Aki Tomoya looked at Harumi Junko strangely. What was wrong with this woman? She suddenly started using tricks!

Unprepared!

"My parents are currently away on a business trip, and I am home alone."

Aki Tomoya slowly began to speak, following the direction Harumi Junko was expecting. He wanted to see what this regrettable woman was really up to.

Just as Harumi Junko knew, when Aki Tomoya was preparing for exams, his mother would prepare gifts for him every night if his parents were home.

However, not long after the Golden Week holiday, they went on a business trip, so it's normal for Aki Tomo to buy fast food bento boxes to take home after his tutoring sessions.

"It's really inconvenient to have no one to take care of you. It's not easy for Aki-kun!"

Harumi Junko seemed to empathize deeply, as if she were sharing Aki Tomoya's feelings.

Her clumsy attempt at showing concern almost made Aki Tomo burst out laughing.

In an effort to act more like a teacher and a responsible member of society, Junko Harumi's concern at this moment appeared somewhat clumsy.

Thank you for your concern!

Aki Tomoya replied subtly, and to his surprise, the other party actually became smug because of his polite words of thanks.

He was a little dumbfounded. Just how oblivious was Harumi Junko, or had her past experiences made her so happy about such a small thing?

Recalling the negative attitude towards life that he had seen in Harumi Junko, Aki Tomoya roughly concluded that this person came from a wealthy family.

They have no goals for the future, no motivation for life, and unconsciously exude a sense of despondency, even to the point of self-abandonment.

Given her pessimistic attitude towards life, the fact that she can still live so well in the high-pressure society of Japan, wearing expensive clothes, makes Aki Tomo not think the worst of her; she can only attribute it to Harumi Junko's wealthy family background.

Lacking goals, motivation, and the ability to seize opportunities, coupled with an inescapable sense of dejection, this person is truly a failure in life, suffering setbacks in both love and career.

Such a failed adult, if from a poor family, would not necessarily have a problem with food and clothing, but living in this world would still be somewhat painful and difficult!

Aki Tomoya narrowed his eyes and took a deep breath.

Taking Junko Harumi as a reference and considering her own family background, what would it be like if you became an adult like her?

Losing life goals and motivation makes the future seem bleak!

So what reason does he have not to work hard now?

Even if you don't get into the University of Tokyo, you can still choose other private universities. The worst outcome can't be described as terrible. But Junko Harumi is a living warning!

Without a good family background and not working hard, not seizing opportunities when they are right in front of you, giving up on yourself after experiencing failure, and then turning into a decadent, lewd old man at thirty—just thinking about it sends chills down my spine.

At that moment, Aki Tomoya looked at Harumi Junko and was filled with strength, because he never wanted to become an adult like Harumi Junko!

Firstly, he lacks the necessary resources; secondly, he still harbors high hopes for the future!

He has goals and ideals. He is a fine young man who grew up under the red flag in his previous life. The more he works now, the less he will suffer in the future!

People start competing from birth, and everyone starts from a different point. Let's not talk about life ideals, but try our best to make our lives closer to the state we want. It's always good to be kind to yourself!

Thanks to Junko Harumi, Aki Tomoya was reminded of how difficult it would be for a self-pitying loser without the support of a good family background, and he could still recall a few faces like that.

"Thank you so much, Ms. Harumi!"

Aki Tomoya bowed deeply to Harumi Junko.

His sudden seriousness greatly shocked Junko Harumi.

Had I done something extraordinary to deserve such a grand gift?!

Harumi Junko felt that she had only shown concern for Aki Tomoya, who was living alone, and there was no need for him to be so grateful.

If Junko Harumi had received such gratitude from a student in the past, she would probably have felt a surge of pride at this moment.

But she wasn't so slow-witted as to be frustrating.

At this moment, for some reason, Harumi Junko felt that her status in the other person's heart had dropped slightly.

"An Yi, how can I possibly accept such a request?!"

Harumi Junko, who was puzzled, felt strange but couldn't figure out why. She could only reply with a flattered expression.