A reversal of fortune and victory in a world hated by all girls!

Aoi Natsuki stared blankly at Hayakawa.

He knew he had to make a choice now.

And it has to be the correct choice!

If you make a mistake, it could very well cause your previously positive choices to falter.

This is just like when Takahashi came to him before. Because he hadn't made a decision yet, he refused all contact with her, waiting until he had thought it through before taking any further action.

He was very cautious about this.

If it were up to his usual personality, making an excuse to decline would be the best course of action at this point. At least given Hayakawa's current level of affection for him, the possibility of it decreasing is almost nonexistent, making it a complete risk mitigation measure.

Can……

Natsuki Aoi was still staring at the other person.

Keiko Hayakawa sensed his hesitation, and the weight in her heart grew heavier and heavier. Even her breathing became rapid. Normally, she should have apologized immediately and left, which would have been in line with her personality.

But at this moment, her brother's words kept echoing in her mind like a warning bell.

Weakness leads to defeat!

"Please! Please come with me no matter what!"

Keiko Hayakawa gripped her left hand tightly with her right and bowed slightly to Natsuki Aoi.

Again.

A girl bows to a boy?

Aoi Natsuki was stunned.

He could see the other person's slightly trembling back, the hands tightly clenched in front of their chest, and, if it was just his imagination, he could also feel the other person's intense, desperate emotions.

This is completely different from Hayakawa's usual self!

At that moment, the thought of making an excuse to get out of it quietly slipped away.

Natsuki Aoi started thinking about something new: whether to continue focusing on S-rank Mito Takahashi or to try and raise Hayakawa's rank.

This is a very important matter.

He can only focus his efforts in one direction.

Only in that way can you win in this dating game based on reality!

This is what he firmly believes.

His determination to return to a normal life was immense, and it was precisely because of this hope that he remained true to himself.

Surviving in a world where he is hated by all women is undoubtedly difficult. The most terrifying thing is walking down the street and being looked at by women with disdain and ridicule, who also silently say sarcastic things. It is precisely because of his firm belief that he can maintain his integrity in such an environment.

He began to hesitate, unsure whether he should choose Mitsu Takahashi or Keiko Hayakawa for the next step of his plan. If he failed, all his efforts might be in vain!

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but clench his fists.

This time the wait was even longer than the first time.

When Hayakawa Keiko came to her senses, she subconsciously thought that was the other party's answer. Her excited mood suddenly sank, and she bit her lower lip tightly. She was already thinking about backing out. She was really afraid that if she didn't leave now, she would burst into tears in front of Natsuki in a little while.

Is it still... not working...?

"Yes, I'm sorry! I forced you to make a decision," Hayakawa Keiko murmured softly, then turned and left towards the door.

As she watched her retreating figure, Aoi Natsuki's breathing became increasingly rapid.

He could sense her courage; she, too, had faced her own heart and made a choice she wouldn't regret.

His eyes began to tremble, and a tingling sensation ran up his spine.

Ahhhhh!

He shouted anxiously in his heart.

Just then, his feet suddenly moved, and he quickly chased after it!

As I stepped out of the store, I called out Hayakawa's name: "Hayakawa!"

Hearing the sound, Hayakawa Keiko, who had left in disappointment, immediately raised her head and turned around.

Natsuki Aoi chased after her.

The other party has already gone to this extent, why can't I?

He shouldn't have hurt such a wonderful girl!

How can matters of the heart be decided solely by reason?

Natsuki Aoi has figured it out.

Keiko Hayakawa!

I've decided on you!

I'm going to stake my future on you!

and so……

Let's give it our all and create hope!

"Next week!" Natsuki Aoi's gaze hardened. "Let's go together!"

Chapter 48 You have already lost your right

Aoi Natsuki's voice also attracted the attention of many passersby. Hayakawa Keiko stared blankly at him, and in his eyes she received a definite message. Her heart warmed instantly, and she pursed her lips slightly and nodded gently.

She has this kind of constitution that makes her so nervous that she can't speak when a lot of people are paying attention to her.

But she still felt incredibly happy about what Natsuki said.

After saying these words, Natsuki Aoi's previously heavy heart relaxed instantly, and her anxious eyes gradually became clear.

"Okay, then... let's set a specific time next week."

Keiko Hayakawa blushed and nodded vigorously again, but still couldn't say a word.

Aoi Natsuki smiled and said goodbye. Now that he had made his choice, there was no point in staying at the store any longer. He planned to go back, buy the game discs recommended by Hayakawa, and then go straight home.

"etc……"

Aoi Natsuki heard a faint sound.

He stopped and slowly turned around. He saw Hayakawa struggling to lift his head, his gaze shifting back and forth, unsure of where to look. He looked very reserved.

He remained silent, just as he had done by the shoe locker at school, quietly waiting for her to continue.

No matter how long the wait is.

"Thank you..." As she was about to say "thank you," Hayakawa Keiko seemed to remember something, quickly shook her head, and changed her words, saying, "Okay, good luck with the upcoming monthly exams!"

Aoi Natsuki's heart lit up, her eyes widened slightly, and then her smile deepened: "Yes, I will. You should also try your best. I will try my best to catch up with you."

He said jokingly.

The atmosphere lightened considerably, and the two parted ways. Because of this brief conversation, Aoi Natsuki gave up thinking about how to improve his level. He went home, locked himself in his room, and buried himself in studying. He was also the kind of person who didn't want to admit defeat.

……

on Monday.

Tomorrow is the monthly exam, but Takahashi Mitsu is completely distracted until...

"What? You and that guy are going to the fireworks festival next week?" Takahashi Mi was utterly shocked.

Keiko Hayakawa immediately looked around, blushed, and lowered her head again: "Too, too loud..."

"You and that guy—no, I mean, that guy is willing to go to the fireworks festival with you, right?"

"..."

When asked this question, Hayakawa Keiko immediately became nervous and could only nod her head up and down.

Mito Takahashi stared blankly out the window, somewhat unable to understand why someone would refuse to eat with her but would go to the fireworks festival with Hayakawa.

She can't understand!

"You two, could it be that you're not?!"

Keiko Hayakawa shuddered and quickly raised her hands to wave them: "Mitsu, don't think like that! No, nothing like that happened."

Mito Takahashi frowned and could only say "oh." Her conversation with Hayakawa returned to normal, but it was clear that Hayakawa was much happier than usual today.

Is it because of that guy...?

Mito Takahashi's mind wandered again from time to time.

……

She needs to talk to someone.

After much deliberation, she could only turn to Anne Sakurajima.

With no other options and almost no friends around her, she could only think of Anne Sakurajima.

When lunch break arrived, Mito Takahashi went to the activity room, which she usually used to be in at this time, as she had mentioned before.

Opening the door, I saw Sakurajima Anne inside, just as I expected.

She was fiddling with some of her "little toys".

Upon hearing the sound, she slightly raised her slanted eyes, almost revealing only the whites of her eyes. Anyone seeing her for the first time would be startled. Even now, after knowing her for so long, Takahashi Mito still feels intimidated when she sees her.

“Takahashi…”

"Yes, it's me." Takahashi Mito, slightly wary, entered the activity room and approached the table, looking somewhat embarrassed. "Are you busy?"

"I guess so." Sakurajima Anne wiped the red liquid from between her fingers with a tissue, then smiled at her. "Is there something you need?"

"Well... it's nothing really. I just came over to say hello, that's all." Takahashi Mito backed down, feeling that she couldn't have anything in common with the girl in front of her, and turned to leave.

But just then, Anne Sakurajima suddenly spoke up: "Is it about Aoi?"

Mito Takahashi stopped and turned around in surprise. She hadn't expected the other person to guess. Her initial hesitation gradually faded. After thinking for a while, she walked back and said, "I... I have some things on my mind that I want to talk to you about. If you're busy, then I'll go first."

"Hmm, it's something on your mind." Sakurajima Anne nodded in agreement, her face showing interest at the topic.