I'll give my daughter one more second.

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The third update will be coming soon~~ヾ(′?ω?｀)?

Chapter 104 I Choose Death! [Third Update]

"Friends...?" Yukino repeated softly, her solemn expression revealing nothing of her inner turmoil to Wu Shen.

She once had the opportunity to receive this so-called "title," but she shook her head and refused. She's probably downgraded to the level of "neighbor," "minister," or "acquaintance" by now.

If she agrees to withdraw from the group, she will even be stripped of her title of "Minister".

"Shiha, there's no need for that. Hiratsuka-sensei said that I need Yukino's permission to officially leave before I can form a club."

"Yukino?" "Utaha?" Upon hearing the two names addressed so directly in one sentence, both Yukino and Utaha trembled slightly, then their gazes met. It was as if sparks flew between their eyes.

Wu Shen felt completely caught in the middle, caught between a rock and a hard place. Why did they even start arguing? Yukino didn't like him, and Utaha was only interested in him. How did this chaotic situation even begin? Thinking about it carefully, it was all so bizarre and illogical.

Why does something that could be resolved through calm negotiation always feel so tense?

“As you said, although it’s called the Service Club, it’s actually more like a hobby club in terms of rules. If I’m the only one there for a long time, the teacher will order it to disband. So I can’t allow him to leave the Service Club.” Yukino’s flat chest rose and fell, then finally calmed down.

"If I remember correctly, Wu Shenjun refused to join the club before, right? He was only added to the club by Hiratsuka-sensei as punishment after he made a mistake. Do you think it's okay to keep him tied down with this kind of reason, Yukinoshita-san?"

When Wu Shen refused Yukino's invitation at the door, Shi Yu was in the first row and heard the whole conversation. That's why everything is so well-organized now.

“Kasumigaoka-kun, I think you might have misunderstood. The reason I let Wu Shen join was because I was asked by Hiratsuka-sensei to help him correct his bad personality. Unfortunately, I haven’t seen any improvement in his ape-like brain so far, so I can’t go against my request and let him leave.” Yukino gave a professional, standard smile.

“The fact that you haven’t made any progress just proves that you’re not helpful to his ape-like brain at all, right? So there’s no point in staying here.” Shiyu argued back just as logically.

Wait, wait, have you two already reached a consensus that I have an ape-like brain? Shi Yu, at least say a few words to refute me. Wu Shen couldn't get into their conversation, so he could only sit aside and silently complain in his heart.

"Why are you so persistent with Wu Shenjun? Do you perhaps like him?"

"Can you please stop telling such boring, lame jokes? Do you really think that's possible?" Yukino said coldly.

"You two can argue all you want, but could you please stop attacking this innocent bystander?" Wu Shen clutched his chest, already "tears streaming down his face." Yes, I'm single! What did I do to deserve this? Single people have dignity too, you know!

"In that case, may I apply to join the Service Club?" Shiyu found a chair opposite her and sat down, suddenly throwing out a bombshell question.

"Sorry, this Service Club refuses to accept women who are 'big-breasted and brainless'." Yukino stared at Utaha's chest, her eyes filled with resentment.

Yukino and Utaha argued for a long time, and for some unknown reason, they suddenly reached a consensus and turned to look at Wu Shen, who had been ignored all along.

"In the end, let's leave the choice to Wu Shen himself, shall we? We should respect his opinion, right? What do you think?"

"Sure," Yukino replied simply.

So the two of them turned their attention to Wu Shen.

"Wu Shenjun, what choice do you intend to make?"

"..." Looking at the two menacing figures, Wu Shen braced himself on the table with both hands, striking a classic commander's pose. He glanced at Yukino first, then at Utaha, but remained silent.

A choice between two options? I choose death!

Seeing their aggressive demeanor and expressions, Wu Shen knew that no matter what he chose, it would definitely not end well.

What should I do in this situation? Shout that you are all my wings? Or simply choose nothing? Or abandon everything else and focus on poetry for the sake of the dance costume?

Wu Shen suddenly felt like he was suffering from decision paralysis. But he also knew that hesitation and indecisiveness would lead nowhere.

So Wu Shen stood up and said slowly, "Shiyu, can I tell Yukino what you're going to do? It'll be hard to get a result if I don't explain it clearly."

"Won't she tell anyone?" Shi Yu wondered.

“I keep my mouth shut. And I’m not the kind of despicable person who would use someone’s secrets to attack them just because we have a conflict.”

Hearing Yukino's resolute answer, Utaha nodded gently.

"First of all, Utaha and I formed the fan club simply to find a place where we could discuss novels. Utaha writes light novels for competitions, and I'm responsible for reading them for her and offering some feedback, that's all." This was an explanation to Yukino.

"We were on the rooftop that day, and we were actually discussing the content of the novel."

Of course, the future can't be limited to this. With Mai's costume, Wu Shen can't stand still. Of course, he can't say this outright, because if he did, Shi Yu and Yukino would definitely look at him with pity for someone with intellectual disabilities. It's an eyesore!

"Furthermore, if I withdraw, and the Service Club is left with only one person, the club will eventually be ordered to disband." This was an explanation given to Shiyu.

The old saying is true: you can't have your cake and eat it too; you have to sacrifice something to gain something. But if there's a way to kill two birds with one stone and solve both problems at the same time, why bother with this pretentious so-called "choice"?

"So my idea is, why don't we let Shiyu join the Service Club directly?" Wu Shen clapped his hands. "If she joins, Yukino can help offer opinions and comments when discussing novels. And with three people, we can officially advance from a hobby club to a formal organization. Wouldn't that be wonderful?"

Wu Shen, intending to get closer to Shi Yu, could no longer confine himself to being merely a novel critic. If he continued to hold onto this identity alone, he might remain a critic for his entire life. However, his ambitions clearly wouldn't stop there!

"If Yukinoshita were to comment, wouldn't she deliberately give a bad review?"

"I'm not the kind of naive person who loses objective judgment because of my subjective likes and dislikes," Yukino stated firmly.

For some unknown reason, the two of them are like a powder keg whenever they meet. If this continues, something bad will happen sooner or later, so it's better to just tie them together and help them improve their relationship under my watchful eye.

Unfortunately, Wu Shen misunderstood the real reason for the discord between the two. While he was still satisfied with his brilliant plan, he was unaware that he had unknowingly made a fatal mistake.

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The third update is here! ο(=?ω＜=)ρ⌒☆

I would risk my life for my daughter's sake; how could I avoid her because of Bai Xue?

Chapter 105 The Discordant Service Department [Fourth Update]

“But if Yukinoshita is the club president, how can we ensure that there won’t be any unfair situations?” Utaha raised her concerns.

Yukino Yukinoshita is currently taking a firm stance and definitely won't agree to Wu Shen leaving the club, so she's quite supportive of Wu Shen's alternative approach. After all, all she needs is a room where she can openly discuss novels with Wu Shen, and a reason for it.

“In that case…” Wu Shen stroked his chin, then made a decision, “Yukino, what do you think about me becoming the club president?”

Yukino and Utaha have no contact, but he has some connection with both of them. Therefore, the task of mediating this dispute can only be entrusted to Wu Shen so that both sides can be completely at ease.

"Sure. As long as the activities and original intentions of the Service Club are not changed." After a moment of thought, Yukino nodded.

Yukino wants Wu Shen to stay in the club, so making him a club president isn't a big problem. Furthermore, having a place to monitor Shiyu's movements and the progress of her relationship with Wu Shen, which is considered a high-risk individual, would also reduce the time Yukino spends alone with him. From Yukino's perspective, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

So, despite her pride, she eventually agreed to Wu Shen's suggestion.

Seeing that both sides had reached an agreement, Wu Shen felt relieved and could finally breathe a sigh of relief.

"This is the result you've produced." The three of them returned to the office. Hiratsuka Shizuka glanced at the newly submitted "Department Head Change Notice," "Joining Application," and "Fellowship Level Upgrade Application" in her hand, her expression filled with astonishment.

It was as if she had never expected things to turn out this way.

"Wu Shen, I have to say, you're a terrifying guy when it comes to women. I didn't realize that... Can you tell me how you did it?" Putting away several application forms, Hiratsuka Shizuka stared at Wu Shen, who was standing at the front, with great curiosity.

"It's just the result of negotiation," Wu Shen shrugged. He couldn't understand why Professor Hiratsuka was so surprised.

"Yukinoshita and Kasumigaoka, you've both agreed?" Hiratsuka Shizuka pulled out a cigarette from her pocket, lit it, took a drag, and then glanced at the two girls.

"I have no objection. And Hiratsuka-sensei, please don't smoke in public places." Yukino waved her hand without any courtesy, seemingly trying to disperse the smoke.

"Sorry, sorry. I just had a sudden urge to smoke." Hiratsuka-sensei temporarily stubbed out her cigarette in the ashtray on the table, then looked to the other side, "Kasumigaoka, you don't mind?"

"As long as we achieve our goal, that's good." Shiyu nodded.

"Phew... times have really changed. I don't understand what these young girls are thinking these days." Hiratsuka Shizuka took a deep breath and waved her hand. "You guys go back to your clubrooms first. Wu Shen, stay here. I have some things to discuss with your new club president."

Yukino and Utaha assumed it was something Hiratsuka-sensei wanted to say, so they said goodbye and left the office. Wu Shen didn't take it seriously either, and quietly stood there waiting for Hiratsuka Shizuka to give him instructions.

"Wu Shen, you should at least tone it down a bit. School clubs aren't places for you to build a harem," Hiratsuka Shizuka said half-jokingly as she relit her cigarette.

Mr. Hiratsuka's first words almost made Wu Shen spit out a mouthful of blood.

"The harem? What are you talking about?"

"Do you think I'm blind? Can't you see the situation?"

"No, no, you've really misunderstood," Wu Shen quickly shook his head in denial.

First of all, he never even considered the possibility of having a harem. Secondly, his relationship with Yukino and Utaha wasn't that good.

"Don't you realize how bizarre and outrageous this situation is? Forget it, you probably wouldn't understand even if I explained. It's like casting pearls before swine." Seeing Wu Shen shaking his head like a rattle-drum, Professor Hiratsuka gave up trying to explain.

"What a terrifying guy. If I hadn't figured out why you confessed back then, I would have thought it was a long-planned scheme. I really have the urge to punch you to death and eliminate a great scourge for women."

Hiratsuka Shizuka took a drag of her cigarette and then said, "You decide your own affairs. Just remember, this is a school, so don't cause any big trouble."

After saying this slightly suggestive remark, Hiratsuka Shizuka let Wu Shen leave the office.

On his way back to the Service Department, Wu Shen suddenly noticed a girl he recognized walking towards him.

"Nanami? Another time from the Service Club? Has something gone wrong with that request again?"

Since Nanami's direction was exactly where the Service Department was located, Wu Shen deduced that she was going to the Service Department.

“No, that matter has been resolved perfectly. Kanda doesn’t need to worry about being forced to move to Sakura-sou anymore, and all the cats have been properly cared for and have found owners. I’m here to express my gratitude because the Service Club did a great job, and if it’s convenient, I also have a new request I’d like to ask you.” Nanami said, taking out a beautifully packaged small transparent bag filled with all sorts of cookies.

"These are cookies I made myself during a cooking class. I planned to give them to you personally as a thank you gift." Nanami was about to hand them to Wu Shen, but Wu Shen did not reach out to take them.

"Both of their owners are in the service department right now. You'd be better off giving the cookies to them yourself than giving them to me."

"Are they all here? That's strange. Is Shiyu in the Service Club too? I'll go with her then." Nanami was a little surprised by this situation because of her guesses about Wu Shen and the other two.

"Oh, right, there's something I need to tell you beforehand: don't mention that Yukino lives close to my house, okay?" Wu Shen reminded him again before they left.

"Why? Aren't you and Shiyu quite close?" Nanami blinked, tilting her head in confusion.

"Yukino's address is her private matter, so it's not convenient to disclose it."

After repeatedly reminding Nanami to be careful, Wu Shen led her to the Service Club. The atmosphere inside the club was somewhat stiff. Yukino lowered her head and focused on reading a book, while Utaha took out her notebook and was writing something.

Their relationship wasn't particularly close, but at least they were no longer at odds and remained in a state of mutual respect.

Wu Shen and Qi Hai entered the activity department room, which eased the strange atmosphere somewhat.

"Wu Shen, you're not just trying to make a splash as a new official, are you? You've only been in office for a short time and you're already planning to recruit new members?" Yukino certainly recognized her previous client, Aoyama Nanami, but she had clearly misunderstood something.