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

the next day.

Today is Christmas Eve.

Many men and women have started exchanging "peace apples" as a form of greeting.

Aoi Natsuki received Hayakawa's message first, followed by Sakurajima Anne's, and then...

Yusuke’s?

I didn't see wrong, did I?

Aoi Natsuki looked up at Yusuke, who looked back at him with a wronged expression. After all, it was a matter of the situation, and he understood what Yusuke meant.

He then returned the peace apple to Yusuke.

Aoi had made some cookies in the morning and shared them with everyone.

Hayakawa gripped the bag tightly, her expression showing great seriousness: "Yes! I will cherish it!"

I told you to eat it all!

Members of the Exploration Club all indicated that they had received several "peace apples" (a symbol of good fortune).

Girls' comparisons are endless. Takahashi has 24, and Sakurajima has 31. There's no way around it; after all, Sakurajima Anne naturally attracts attention on the street after regaining her appearance. As for what to do with these things, just throw them all in the trash.

One has a fiery temper, the other is cunning.

No one would regret these apples.

“Waste is shameful,” Natsuki Aoi reminded him.

"It's alright, I've already had the old gatekeeper take it away. I'm sure he'll have a wonderful Christmas Eve," said Sakurajima Anne, crossing her arms and nodding with satisfaction.

Fruit is quite expensive in Japan, so throwing away so much at once must be considered a sin against nature.

"Everyone!"

Hayakawa's sudden shout drew everyone's attention.

The group all turned to look.

"What's wrong?" Natsuki Aoi asked.

"Tonight... does everyone have any plans for tonight?" Hayakawa stammered, looking down as he asked.

"Tonight? Not really." Aoi Natsuki plans to stay home with Rina to watch the entire season of anime tonight, and maybe even cook some late-night snacks for Rina in the early hours of the morning.

Mito Takahashi also did not have it.

Christmas Eve is supposed to be a time for families to enjoy dinner together and chat. Although it's not as important as some major holidays, it's still considered quite important in Japan.

However, Mito Takahashi's parents didn't come back, and she stayed with her younger sister, so there were no plans for her.

"I... I remember that there are only a few of you at Mito and Natsuki's house, so if it's okay, you can come to my house for dinner this Christmas Eve. My house is small, but I really welcome everyone to come!" Hayakawa Keiko said in a soft voice at the end, as if she had mustered up her courage.

As Aoi Natsuki ate her biscuit, her gaze then fell upon Takahashi beside her. This seemed like a good idea: "I'm fine, what about you?"

"I don't have any problem either, and Ayano should agree too."

"Then there's no problem."

"Ha." Hayakawa raised her head, her eyes sparkling. Even though she was the one who invited, she seemed happier than if she had received the invitation. I really don't understand her.

"Then I'll notify Dad right away!" Hayakawa took out his phone and quickly sent a text message to his family.

"Also, there's Longying. You can ask her about her; she might have time to come over."

“Okay, I’ll ask for you,” Natsuki Aoi replied.

The entire club became busy again because of a small organized activity.

Only...

Anne Sakurajima pointed to herself and asked incredulously, "Why didn't you ask me?"

After hearing this, Hayakawa looked up in confusion: "Doesn't Sakurajima need to stay home with his family?"

"Not at all. To be precise, if my parents knew I was going to a friend's house for dinner, I believe they would be happier than if I ate with them." Sakurajima Anne looked away, thought for a moment, and realized that her parents actually preferred her to go out more, since she liked to stay at home and do all sorts of weird and wonderful things on weekends.

"That's great! You're welcome to come too!" Hayakawa said with a squinting smile.

Surprisingly, quite a lot of people gathered on Christmas Eve.

"Won't this be too extravagant, considering there are so many of us going?" Takahashi Mito worried. She knew that Hayakawa's family seemed to be just an ordinary family, and she was afraid that it would be too wasteful and cost too much money.

"It's alright, it's alright. My uncle brought in a large batch of seafood, so there's no need to worry about the ingredients at all! Oh! Everyone... is it okay to eat seafood?" Hayakawa asked blankly.

"Absolutely no problem."

"Me too!"

"Ok."

Everyone stated their position.

A rosy glow slowly appeared on Hayakawa Keiko's face.

In just three months, I've made so many close friends. How could I not feel touched?

Thankfully, she covered her mouth and managed to suppress her emotions, otherwise she would have cried for quite a while.

Chapter 85 The capital city just watched like this.

Four o'clock in the afternoon.

School had just ended, and everyone in the club went home first. Longying also replied to the letter. It seems that running the martial arts school is really busy, since noon.

Longying said she had time, so it seems everyone is here tonight.

Aoi Natsuki formed a small discussion group. Apart from Hayakawa, the group discussed that they should still visit Hayakawa's family with some gifts or ingredients. They didn't want Hayakawa's family to spend too much money; the thought of bringing gifts was the most important thing.

When Natsuki Aoi got home, she told Rina the good news, and Rina jumped up so high that she almost dropped the lollipop she was holding.

"Awoo awoo!"

Lina shouted excitedly.

Aoi Natsuki reached out and touched her head, and was surprised to find that she was a little taller than she had been three months ago.

When I first met Li, she was a very thin and small child. Now her face is noticeably rounder, all thanks to his consistent feeding. She looks like a little hamster now.

"Awoo!" Lina pointed out the window again.

Following the direction of her finger, Aoi Natsuki immediately saw Ji-chan standing on the wooden corridor outside the window, staring at her with bright, piercing eyes.

"Well, it's a dog..." Aoi couldn't make a decision. She could only say that it was a good thing that Christmas Eve was filled with joy, but she still needed to ask the owner's opinion.

He then sent a text message to Hayakawa.

"What should I bring?" Aoi Natsuki opened the refrigerator and looked at the top and bottom shelves, which were filled with food that he had just replenished yesterday. He remembered that Hayakawa had said at noon that today's meal would be mainly seafood, so he decided to bring some vegetables.

The whole bag of potatoes that Grandpa gave us earlier has been completely eaten thanks to his careful distribution.

I glanced at the time; it was about time to head out.

At that moment, I received a text message from Hayakawa.

This successfully stopped the two people who were about to leave.

Natsuki Aoi glanced at Rina, who looked utterly aggrieved.

He then took out his key, went back through the iron gate, entered the foyer, and took down the dog leash hanging on the wall. At this moment, Ji-chan was already squatting at the iron gate, wagging its tail and waiting for him with great interest.

……

Ding dong ding dong.

The doorbell rang.

Hayakawa, who had been waiting anxiously, quickly got up from the dining table in the living room, put on his slippers, and ran to open the door.

The commotion caused the mother, who was cooking, and the father, who was reading a newspaper not far away, to exchange a smile and shake their heads.

When Hayakawa Keiko arrived at the gate and opened it, she saw the Takahashi sisters standing outside.

After returning home, they all changed into their usual clothes. Because it was winter, they put on thick down jackets early on. Takahashi Mitsu was also carrying a beautiful red gift box.

"Welcome to my home." Keiko Hayakawa smiled and quickly guided the two inside.

As the two entered the room, a warm feeling wafted over them – the steam from the food. Stepping into the living room, they could also clearly feel the warmth of the underfloor heating.

When Hayakawa's father noticed Mito and Ayano, he smiled and raised his left hand to greet them, saying, "Hello, I'm Keiko's father."

Hello, Uncle!

The two sisters were somewhat surprised; their father, Hayakawa, unexpectedly seemed to have a very easygoing personality.

This creates a better family atmosphere compared to those very serious father figures.

Hayakawa then busied herself serving them tea and helping her mother cook.

At this moment, Takahashi Mito nudged Ayano with her elbow. After Ayano realized what was happening, she immediately stepped forward and presented the gift box: "Uncle, this is a small token of our appreciation. Please accept it."

"Oh, I can't accept this, you've gone to so much trouble." Hayakawa's father stood up and took the gift box. Upon seeing the packaging, he immediately exclaimed, "Is this matsutake mushroom?"

"um, yes."

"It looks really good... Okay! Mom, let's add some more dishes tonight!" Hayakawa's father took the gift box containing matsutake mushrooms and headed straight for the kitchen.

He's such a straightforward dad.

Mito Takahashi and Ayano relaxed from their initial tension.

That's what makes a family feel like home.

……

Over the next half hour, the rest of the people arrived one after another.

The vegetables brought by Aoi added to the flavor of tonight's dishes, while Ryuzakura brought very expensive health products. Hayakawa's father kept expressing his gratitude as he looked at these valuable items, while Hayakawa remained silent with a blush on her face.

His gaze fell on his daughter, and gradually softened.

It seems that Huizi has really made a group of good friends who value you a lot.

"Uncle, this is my gift, a treasured possession of mine, a sparrow's headpiece..."