I became the emperor in the comic book series.

Upon hearing this, Kaguya Shinomiya's expression softened slightly.

But inside, he felt even more resentful.

If that woman can do it, then she can too, right?

They were about the same size, but so much time has passed, why hasn't that person made a move against her yet?

As the daughter of a rival conglomerate and a lowly personal maid, shouldn't she have been quickly taken advantage of and humiliated by a philandering and fickle man?

Is it just because her hair isn't blonde?

That's why it won't work?

Kaguya Shinomiya's mind flashed back to the frivolous woman from last night, whose blonde hair was almost identical to Hayasaka's, and she felt that she had lost somewhat unjustly.

"Hayasaka, am I really that charming?"

Here we go again.

Xiao Ai sighed inwardly. She had just coaxed him a while ago, so why had he become depressed and insecure again?

Higashino-sama, please take this girl with you!

Hayasaka, I'm already exhausted from work every day, and I also have to take care of the kids. If you don't cherish me, and I suddenly die from overwork one day, you'll lose me just like Kaguya-sama.

"Yes, yes, Miss Kaguya's charm has always been there, it's just that Lord Higashino hasn't noticed it yet. Be patient and wait for the right opportunity, and you will definitely be able to make a substantial breakthrough in your relationship with Lord Higashino, and then step by step reach the top and become the mistress of the Yunmeng faction."

"But…"

Hayasaka Ai quickly reached out and cupped Kaguya's small face in her hands, leaving her speechless.

"No buts!"

Xiao Ai declared emphatically, "If Miss Kaguya doesn't believe me, then please lift up your skirt."

"Uh! Why?"

"You'll see when you lift it up."

Hayasaka Ai is a bit tired; Kaguya-sama is truly a hopeless case.

We clearly prepared maid skirts of different lengths to suit different work occasions for her, so why does she wear this kind of skirt that's the same length as hers every day and covers her ankles?

As a maid, shouldn't it be part of your professional ethics to use your body to seduce your young master?

As a girl who was part of the dowry, she wore such a long dress so as not to overshadow the main bride.

Lady Kaguya, you're so inconsiderate to dress like that!

I'm going to teach you a lesson today!

"Hurry up and lift your skirt up. You have to go to class soon. Miss Kaguya doesn't want to be late and make her classmates curious and find out that the once high and mighty student council president has become someone else's maid, does she?"

Hayasaka Ai pressed closer with a serious expression.

Finally, having no other choice, Kaguya Shinomiya could only listen to her, "Alright, alright, I'll lift it!"

The girl's face was flushed, and she looked extremely cute with shyness.

Then, Hayasaka Ai took out her phone, and with a click, the flash went off.

"Okay, Miss Kaguya did a great job. Next, send it to Higashino-sama, and then you can judge whether you are charming or not based on Higashino-sama's reaction."

"Eh~!!!?"

Upon hearing this, Kaguya Shinomiya's face instantly turned red. Without saying a word, she moved closer and began to snatch the phone from Hayasaka's hand. "How could you do this? This is too frivolous! It will make people think I'm a terrible woman, someone that person looks down on!"

"Too late, I've already sent it out."

Upon hearing this, Kaguya Shinomiya let out a mournful cry, covered her face, and squatted on the ground.

Not long after, a reply came through with a ding-dong sound.

[Higashino-sama (personal note): Where did this kid come from? Such a childish style, so unprofessional, boring. Remember to use this emoji next time (image jpg.)]

"Here you go~"

Hayasaka Ai handed over her phone.

Kaguya Shinomiya glanced at it and became even more depressed.

The childish style and all that... doesn't that mean that, in that person's eyes, she really lacks feminine charm?

Looking down at Kaguya, who was like a defeated dog unable to get up again, Hayasaka Ai covered her forehead in annoyance. "Since Higashino-sama gave his opinion and was willing to see the follow-up photos, isn't that a manifestation of Kaguya's charm?"

"Only by finding a breakthrough can we change the status quo, right?"

"Miss Kaguya should believe in herself. After all, you and Lord Higashino even share some hobbies."

Hobbies?

Kaguya Shinomiya snapped out of her daze, pondered Hayasaka's words, and then her gaze fell on the picture in the message the man had sent.

Her pretty face suddenly turned bright red.

book?

What kind of hobby is reading doujinshi? Besides, she doesn't even like reading them!

She approached the research with a learning attitude, not because she enjoyed watching that kind of stuff!

No, she hid those notebooks after she came back that day. How did Hayasaka find out?

"No... I... that... it's Fujiwara no Registrar, she..."

For the sake of her personal image, Kaguya Shinomiya explained anxiously and haltingly.

Upon hearing this, Hayasaka Ai nodded repeatedly, as if to say, "You're right, I believe you."

He completely went along with his young mistress and didn't provoke her.

As for whether to believe it or not~

It's hard to say, it's hard to say.

"By the way, Miss, if you don't eat soon, you'll be late. Would you like to take another picture and send it to Master Higashino?"

"Hayasaka!!!" Kaguya Shinomiya cried out, her voice trembling with extreme embarrassment.

Hayasaka Ai wasn't afraid at all. After all, this version of Kaguya looked so soft and sweet, so easy to manipulate, and completely lacking in offensive power. "Hehe~~"

"Also, don't rummage through my things!"

Kaguya Shinomiya's face was puffed up with anger. She was extremely embarrassed and angry, so she prepared to glare at him.

In response, Hayasaka Ai calmly waved her hand, "It's obvious that Kaguya-sama didn't hide well enough and I found her easily. Besides, Kaguya-sama is already a child of that age, so it's not surprising that she would be curious about that kind of thing and watch those kinds of works. Even Higashino-sama has watched them."

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P.S.: 8,000+ words, an extra chapter! On top of the 4,000 words, I added another 4,000 words, still 26.5 chapters owed.

Chapter 293 Are You Children?

Shuchiin, Student Union Office.

A group of student council members huddled on a small corner sofa, shivering like a flock of quails.

The newly hired disciplinary committee member, who had come to report with her notes, was completely unaware of this and barged in recklessly.

He looked around, his face full of questions.

Before she could even ask a question, her colleagues started frantically giving her meaningful glances, especially Secretary Fujiwara, who practically waved her hands like fans, signaling her to come over.

The disciplinary committee member hesitated for a moment, but finally went over.

What's wrong with you all?

Upon hearing this, Xinggai didn't say anything, but her gaze unconsciously fell on the figure behind the student council president's desk in the main office.

Following everyone's gaze, the disciplinary committee member was startled.

I hadn't noticed it yet, but from this angle... it looks like a demon!

President Shinomiya... she's terrifying!

Seeing that she understood, Fujiwara Chika leaned closer and whispered in the disciplinary committee member's ear, "Let me tell you, Shinomiya's face was really bad when she arrived at school this morning, and she gave every blonde student who passed by a cold look. After returning to the office, she drank milk like crazy. Although she drinks milk all the time, this is the first time she has drunk milk like water like this."

The pink-haired secretary looked somber. "I sense a profound sadness!"

"Based on my speculation, Kaguya-chan was probably stolen away by a blonde girl with bigger breasts."

"To prevent her emotions from hurting other students, I bring her here during lunch break."

"By the way, just keep this to yourselves, and don't tell anyone else!"

Upon hearing Secretary Fujiwara's words, a group of student council members stared at the guy in shock.

So, didn't she realize that the president's hatred was most evident in her?

It's obvious that Fujiwara no Kijima offended Shinomiya-sama for some unknown reason, and then these innocent bystanders were dragged into it, right?

Love?

Who could possibly date the student council president, Shinomiya, who stands at the top of the school? Who would dare to date her?

Such a cold person might even be a sickly woman. If there are any disagreements in the future, instead of breaking up, she will become a widow. Even if the relationship continues successfully, she will not be able to feed her child on her own.

Does anyone really like her?

If someone were to fall in love with the student council president, that would be terrible!

If there has to be something more unfortunate than this, it's probably becoming good friends with Fujiwara no Kijima.

Even the usually composed and aloof President Shinomiya was so angered that she was in this state, and she herself was unaware of it.

People even felt a little sorry for President Shinomiya.

After all, they didn't know that President Shinomiya had been secretly drinking milk to supplement his nutrition.

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Tokyo, Yunmeng Group.

The government's specially established investigation team was finally formed and immediately went to Yunmeng Group to formally launch an investigation into the company.

"Mr. Higashino, I'm sorry to bother you. I hope you'll be understanding in the future."

"Not at all, not at all, let's look after each other." Higashino Akira smiled and exchanged pleasantries with the Minister of Land and Resources. Thanks to his status, Yukinoshita Haruno was also able to be given the opportunity to serve tea and water in this setting.

"We have long admired you, but this is the first time we have seen you in person."

Akira Higashino chuckled and asked in return, "Not disappointed, are you?"

The Minister of Land Affairs shook his head, a hint of regret in his eyes, "Full of vigor and high spirits."

It's so good to be young.

It's a pity that the relationship couldn't go any further. His daughters, the eldest of whom is already married, and the youngest is still a minor.

It wouldn't have mattered if he was younger, but after investigating, he discovered that there was a culprit among his men. A daring fellow was enjoying his trust and preferential treatment while having an affair with his youngest daughter.

He had also investigated Higashino Akira, and had a fairly good understanding of the basic information.

Knowing that this young man was truly young, he didn't like anything too small, and he wouldn't touch anything that wasn't original. These two basic requirements directly killed the competition, depriving his family of any chance to advance further.

The reason they kept that beast around was simply to make use of him, waiting for the right opportunity to push him out and put him in the spotlight.

After nurturing him for so many years and bringing him to this level, it's time for him to take the blame for those serious issues.

This investigation is a mess, and it's impossible to sort it out successfully.

Finally, someone of sufficient weight must be held accountable for the failure.

As for him, he was just a loyal and honest person who was framed by a villain with ulterior motives. After this incident, he will take the initiative to resign and give everyone an explanation. After a while, when things cool down, he will be fine. He has lived a clean life and is penniless. It would be perfectly normal for him to go out and find a job as a senior consultant for a big company to support his family.

As for the members of the investigation team under his command...

"Honey, over here, over here..."

"Father."

"uncle!"