I, Aki Tomoya, will not be a simp.

Aki Tomoya, standing before him, maintained a solemn expression and said, "No, I must thank Harumi-sensei!"

This is a wake-up call, isn't it!

Before becoming such an adult, if you don't want to experience too much hardship, being born into the right family is an art!

Unfortunately, Aki Tomo doesn't believe he'll have a third chance at life.

He was already grateful that God gave him a second life. The kind of person who could have a third life must have been a virtuous person for nine lifetimes. Only by cultivating good karma for nine lifetimes could God show such favor and mercy!

A stark warning is right before our eyes. Why doesn't Aki Tomoya express his gratitude? He's using himself as an example to teach his students. As a teacher, Harumi Junko still has value in this regard.

In fact, if Junko Harumi's background were slightly altered, removing her family circumstances, she would be the perfect example.

But if that were the case, Junko Harumi's attitude towards life would remain unchanged, and Tomoya Aki probably wouldn't be able to see Junko Harumi here.

A failed adult...

I, Aki Tomoya, will never become that kind of adult!

"It's getting late, Ms. Harumi should also go back and rest. Please excuse me for taking my leave now."

Leaving Junko Harumi standing alone in the wind, her face full of doubt, Tomoya Aki pushed his bicycle, which was parked outside the convenience store, away, filled with gratitude for Junko.

"what did I do?"

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Chapter 39 Why are there exams in the world?

Exams are an essential part of school life, and Toyonosaki Academy's midterm exams are scheduled for late May.

More specifically, it happened between May 22nd and 24th.

"Another exam..."

After school, a sigh of despair echoed through Class 2-B.

Upon hearing the news of another exam, some students who find exams troublesome naturally complained.

"Since it's not the final exam, even if you fail, you won't have to stay for remedial classes during the summer vacation. That should be good news for you, right?"

Aki Tomoya turned around and teased Kamigo Yoshihiko a couple of times.

There were quite a few students who looked as distressed as Yoshihiko Kamigo.

Take Aki Tomoya as an example. Before he pursued higher education, even though he was obsessed with otaku stuff, he would still cram before exams to try his best to pass.

Even disregarding midterms, if you fail any subject in the final exams, you'll inevitably have to attend extra classes at school during the holidays.

The school won't require you to get top marks, but you should at least pass.

Coming to school for tutoring during holidays means that the time you have to arrange freely during the holidays will be reduced.

Especially during summer and winter vacations, the summer and winter commercials were probably the motivation for Aki Tomoya to sprint before exams.

"Tsk, you don't have to worry about me feeling disgusted by your exam appearance now!"

Yoshihiko Uego expressed his dissatisfaction with exaggerated expressions.

We promised to be each other's angels, but you've become engrossed in studying all by yourself, leaving me to be a terrible student!

While Yoshihiko Uego may not know about the others, anyone with a discerning eye should be able to tell from Tomoya Aki's behavior during the school year from early April to mid-May that he was seriously preparing for the exam.

If in the past, because Aki Tomoya was an openly otaku, the ratio of his enemies to friends was roughly six to four, then that concept probably no longer applies.

People who aim for higher education probably belong to two different worlds compared to those who take other paths.

So after Yoshihiko Uego was released, he was very self-aware. Since they were friends, he wouldn't bother Aki Tomo when he was also preparing for exams, and he didn't miss a few casual chats as a friend.

Even now, if someone comments about Aki Tomoya at school, they'll probably just describe him as "the guy who's preparing for exams."

From initial curiosity to now, as Aki Tomoya enters the exam preparation stage, he has become increasingly low-key at school.

After all, all you can see is that person is preparing for exams. Apart from visiting Kasumigaoka Utaha once, that's all.

As the parties involved were busy with their own affairs, the rumors gradually faded into nothingness. The most reliable explanation now is—

"That guy was probably taking notes with an upperclassman!"

Although it's a very plausible explanation, it's not gossipy at all and completely fails to satisfy the curiosity of teenagers.

But no matter how much they doubted it, the fact was that from then on, Aki Tomoya focused on preparing for the exam, and the senior student's momentum was even stronger than before, and she continued with her usual style.

Is there any connection between someone preparing for an exam and someone about to enter higher education?

Those who are unaware of the truth, even after racking their brains, can probably only conclude that both of them were focused on doing their own thing.

"How can there be such a thing as exams in the world? It's just too unreasonable!"

Yoshihiko Uego voiced the sentiments of many who abhor studying.

After all, not everyone enjoys studying, and there's more than one way out in the world.

For students, studying and taking exams is the most obvious path forward.

The most obvious way out, or rather, the opportunity, is how to choose, and that depends on your own thoughts.

Anyway, Aki Tomo isn't the kind of person who would spout off a self-righteous "I'm doing this for your own good" attitude and then lecture a friend about their decision not to pursue higher education.

The path Yoshihiko Uesugi chose wasn't a precipice, so why should he advise others to pull back from the brink? He should take care of himself first.

Who knows what the future holds? Maybe at a future class reunion, Yoshihiko Uago will transform into a Kamen Rider!

"However, the chances of Yoshihiko becoming a Kamen Rider are rather slim..."

Aki Tomoya twitched his eyebrows, a hint of amusement flashing in his eyes. To be honest, Uego Yoshihiko's complaining about next week's midterm exams was indeed exaggerated and ridiculous.

"Next week is the midterm exam. If you want tutoring, you can come to the library to find me on the days I don't have to go to the cram school."

As Aki Tomoya spoke, he tidied up his things.

To put it bluntly, Yoshihiko Uego's aversion to exams stems not only from the headache he gets at the mere mention of the word "exam," but also from a fear of failing.

"Really?! General!!!"

Uesugi Yoshihiko looked surprised, seemingly not expecting that Aki Tomoya could find the time to help him out of his busy schedule.

Thinking about the changes in Aki Tomoya over the past month, and the gradually changing evaluations from the teacher, it seems that having a good friend who studies well is a great thing!

Compared to fellow sufferers, having a friend who can pull you back from the brink of failing is a blessing.

only……

"Are you short on time?"

Yoshihiko Uego asked the question that had been on his mind the most.

Wouldn't it take up Aki Tomoya's time if I went there myself to get tutoring?

“Teaching others is also a way of learning, so you don’t need to worry about that.”

Aki Tomoya laughed.

If you have the confidence to teach others, you naturally need to have a solid grasp of the knowledge. Taking some time to tutor Yoshihiko Kamigo is not a bad thing for Tomoya Aki anyway.

"I can't guarantee that you'll improve your studies, but I'm confident I can help you avoid failing one subject."

Aki Tomoya patted Uego Yoshihiko on the shoulder.

Upon hearing Aki Tomoya's answer, Uago Yoshihiko excitedly stood up: "Is this the confidence of someone who excels in their studies? Tomoya-kun, I know now, you were enlightened by a genius during spring break!"

"Your childish behavior disgusts me!"

Aki Tomoya stared blankly at Uesugi Yoshihiko, caught off guard by the sudden burst of chuunibyou (adolescent delusions of grandeur).

His friend's current childish and immature demeanor made him want to laugh.

Uesugi Yoshihiko chuckled twice. His sudden bout of chuunibyou surprised even himself, but it was also because Aki Tomoya's words had deeply moved him.

"I'm going to the cram school now, so you can continue your chuunibyou act, haha!"

Aki Tomoya's expressionless face seemed to break down, instantly filled with teasing towards Uego Yoshihiko.

Uesugi Yoshihiko was stunned. By the time he realized what was happening, Aki Tomoya had already disappeared.

As a member of the Returning Home Club, Yoshihiko Kamigo was the only student left in the classroom besides those on duty. He slowly packed his things into his schoolbag.

"I really envy that guy's hard work..."

Chapter 40 Are you some kind of idiot?

"Xi Yan, your Chinese, math, and English are really terrible!"

In the school library, Aki Tomoya looked at his friend, Uego Yoshihiko, with admiration.

He considered his past performance to be rather poor, and compared to Yoshihiko Kamigo now, it was only average.

At least, he can at least pass.

As for Yoshihiko Kamigo, maintaining such grades, it seems inevitable that he will stay for summer tutoring after the first semester ends.