I, Tomoya Aki, am not a bootlicker

"As long as you're happy, Kudo."

Aki Tomoya nodded, it was okay not to use honorifics, and it also saved some troublesome formalities.

"Very good, this sounds much better."

A satisfied smile appeared on Sayaka Kudo's face, and she felt much more comfortable instantly when she heard Aki Tomoya speaking in plain language.

It’s so troublesome to be so polite with people of the same age!

"You've been working really hard lately. Either I'm the first one to arrive, or you're the first one to arrive. Are you really motivated to take the Keio entrance exam?"

Aki Tomoya asked with interest.

After the summer vacation began, Sayaka Kudo came earlier and earlier each time during those three days of the week.

It can be seen that her interest in learning is constantly increasing.

But early this morning, Akitomo also discovered that she seemed to be somewhat unhappy about something on her face.

"Come closer..."

Sayaka Kudo was lying on the desk and waved to Tomoya Aki, motioning him to come closer, as if she wanted to whisper to him.

This behavior made Aki Tomoya very curious. Could it be that there was some other hidden reason why the other party came to the school so early?

After Aki Tomoya leaned over, Kudo Sayaka whispered, "I told Mr. Tsubota and the others that I've been very successful recently, but the truth is that I came out early just to avoid the nagging of a certain old man!"

After hearing her explanation, Aki Tomoya nodded.

However, he left home early and went directly to the cram school instead of going anywhere else, which was quite conscious.

Just as Aki Tomoya burst out laughing, Kudo Sayaka next to him suddenly complained again: "You keep telling me to give up Keio. Even if you don't tell me, I know it's not possible. It's so annoying, you old man..."

Rather than saying that Sayaka Kudo was complaining to Tomoya Aki, it would seem more like she was talking to herself.

"It's obviously mom who paid for the tuition, but he only cares about that guy Long Tai and even gives mom orders. It's so infuriating!"

She muttered this, tapping the pen cap on the table repeatedly, as if she were someone's face, as a form of protest.

From her words, Aki Tomoya roughly understood some of the situation.

Not everyone in Sayaka Kudo's family supports her in taking college entrance exams, especially Keio University.

Including the tuition for the cram school, everything was paid by her mother. Her terrible father had no expectations of her at all, let alone support.

“Every family has its own scriptures that are difficult to recite.”

Aki Tomoya sighed.

Kudo Sayaka's mother, who sent her here to study despite being suspended from school, at least never gave up on her. This is one of the sources of Kudo Sayaka's motivation at the moment, and why she came to the cram school so early.

"So I really admire you. You actually paid for the first semester at a cram school yourself!"

Sayaka Kudo turned around and looked at Tomoya Aki with admiration.

As for attending cram school at one's own expense, the boy next door is several times more aware than her.

It is precisely because of this awareness that he chose the University of Tokyo, which is even more impossible than Keio University, right?

To be honest, Kudo Sayaka not only admires her, but also feels a lot of envy.

"It's just the first semester's fee. The subsequent fees are still paid by my family."

Akitomo replied a little embarrassedly.

Although he did pay for the three days of classes a week in the first semester, he still owed a lot of money and had to pay it in installments.

Later, I didn't have time to sell the treasures at home. Thanks to my parents who came a few days before the graduation ceremony to pay all the installments and also paid the tuition for the second half of the year.

"When school started in April, they were shocked when I suddenly said I wanted to apply to the University of Tokyo. They all thought I was joking. People around me looked at me with doubts. It was probably during the midterm that things got better. I also made an agreement with my parents that they would support me if they saw the results at the end of the semester."

Aki Tomoya also said softly from the side.

He also went through this process. If a person who doesn't study much suddenly says that he wants to apply to a prestigious university, people around him will definitely find it strange.

Tomoya Aki didn't do much, probably just let his actions speak for themselves.

Kudo Sayaka's situation may be a little different from his, but he can understand how Kudo Sayaka feels at the moment.

"Especially before my second year of high school, I was just an otaku with average grades."

As he spoke, Aki Tomoya touched his nose.

Kudo Sayaka, who was listening with great interest, laughed in surprise when she learned that Aki Tomoya was an otaku in the past. She couldn't hide her inner surprise and said, "You must be kidding. You are an otaku?"

Because the contrast was so great, Sayaka Kudo was unable to accept the reality for a while and could only laugh in surprise.

"I'm an otaku, and a famous blogger. I still have a lot of fans. Even if I'm no longer an otaku, they say I've become a shameless online celebrity, but I don't hate the ACG world."

Aki Tomoya joked to himself.

The school hasn't started yet, so Aki Tomoya is happy to have some free time at this time.

"No, no, no, don't say it. I don't want to hear it. I can't help it. I really can't help it. Promise me, don't destroy my impression of you, An Yi. The contrast is too great!"

Sayaka Kudo covered her ears and the playful smile on her face was quite cute.

Although the impression was broken, Sayaka Kudo's resentment towards her family was greatly dissipated because of Tomoya Aki's honesty.

No matter what, I should at least do my best to justify the money my mother paid for me.

"But let's be honest, your chances of getting into the University of Tokyo are probably higher than mine for getting into Keio University!"

Kudo Sayaka said from the bottom of her heart.

And Aki Tomoya next to him was a little puzzled: "Are you sure you didn't say it the other way around?"

"Who knows?"

Kudo Sayaka smiled.

"Don't worry, you two. Mr. Tsubota and I will definitely get Aki-san admitted to the University of Tokyo, and Kudo-san admitted to Keio University!"

Junko Harumi had walked behind the two of them at some point, raised her fist and spoke with full momentum.

She speaks so confidently that it makes people feel embarrassed to criticize her.

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Chapter 69 Another Summer Festival (1/6)

Neon is quite lively from July to mid-August.

Because all kinds of festivals, big and small, are piled up together, such as the Qixi Festival, the Lantern Festival, the temple fairs, the fireworks display, and the Yulan Bon Festival.

Summer festival does not refer to just one festival day, but is more of a general term.

Those lively festivals and temple fairs attract countless people from all over Japan every year.

"Is there going to be a fireworks display tomorrow?"

When the evening cram school was about to start, Mr. Tsubota asked the students who were packing up.

The fireworks festival in mid-August almost starts right after the CM fan exhibition ends.

"Are you going to the temple fair and the fireworks display tomorrow night?"

Mr. Tsubota then asked.

Then some people nodded and some shook their heads.

Those who don't have cram school tomorrow can take some time to relax at the summer festival and watch the fireworks.

However, those who are going to the cram school tomorrow will not have so much time.

For example, for Tomoya Aki, August 15th was not a Sunday, so he naturally stayed in the school until very late to finish his day's review.

But it’s different for Sayaka Kudo who lives next door to him. She doesn’t have to attend tutoring tomorrow, and has already made an appointment with her friends to have a great time at the summer festival tomorrow night.

Fireworks displays and the like seem to have little to do with those who have to attend cram school tomorrow.

"What a shame, those of you who have tutoring tomorrow will have to watch the fireworks here with Harumi-sensei and me!"

Mr. Tsubota suddenly laughed at this time.

Because of the various festivals in July and August, companies large and small in Japan will give their employees more or less holidays, especially during the Obon Festival.

Unfortunately, tutors don’t have such good fortune.

Sunday is probably the only day of rest in a week. Even in Mr. Tsubota's case, he has to arrange study plans for each student in the school at home even on Sundays.

We had just finished a day of intense review, and because of Mr. Tsubota's words, the atmosphere instantly relaxed.

A burst of complaints accompanied by laughter was heard in the school.

But to be honest, thanks to what Mr. Tsubota said, most students don't care so much about not being able to enjoy their holidays.

Although I was very tired, I seemed to relax a little because of what he just said.

"Alas, Amaki will be here with Tsubota-sensei and Harumi-sensei to watch the fireworks tomorrow. I will take your share and enjoy it with my friends tomorrow night."

Sayaka Kudo sighed and looked at Tomoya Aki next to her as if with sympathy.

To prepare for the Tokyo University entrance exam, you have to take remedial classes six days a week. It’s hard!

"You really are taking pleasure in other people's misfortunes..."

Tomoya Aki didn't care what Saya Kudo said. Anyway, he had just relaxed at the Summer CM Fan Exhibition a few days ago.

Summer festivals are held every year, and fireworks displays are held once a year...

"There's nothing wrong with watching the fireworks display here together."

Harumi Junko said something at this time.

However, her words did not attract anyone's attention. In this school, Junko Harumi's prestige was still too small.

But if Mr. Tsubota, a veteran figure, appeared, the effect would be different.

"Let's go upstairs to watch the fireworks at 8 o'clock tomorrow night. Students who don't have to go to cram school tomorrow should also have a good rest. After the fireworks display, this year's summer vacation will soon be over."

Mr. Tsuboda suggested.

The effect of his opening words was completely different from that of Harumi Junko.

This is trust. The students in the cram school, including Tomoya Aki, all trust this teacher.

On the contrary, Harumi Junko, a new teacher who has just joined Qingfeng Academy for two months, left a bad impression on everyone from the beginning. Even though she has been working hard recently, it will take some time for her to gradually gain the trust of her students.

Those who will be coming to the cram school tomorrow have no objection to Mr. Tsubota's proposal.

The fireworks display starts at eight o'clock in the evening, and by that time, everyone has already reviewed for a whole day from morning to night. Going upstairs together to watch the fireworks can be regarded as a relaxation after a busy day.

I didn’t watch the fireworks with my friends, but with a group of comrades in the school.

"I really envy Mr. Tsubota!"

Junko Harumi didn't know what to say except to express her admiration.

He is trusted by every student, and in an ordinary cram school, he displays a demeanor comparable to those of top cram school lecturers.

And under his influence, every student in the school is full of energy.

Not only can she not compare with Mr. Tsubota, even the students look better than her as an adult.

"If you envy others so much, why don't you just work harder?"

When leaving, Akitomo couldn't help but remind Junko Harumi.

Even though this stupid woman has shown signs of improvement recently, she often still shows her decadent side just like at the beginning.

"You kept saying you would help me get into the University of Tokyo and put my fate in your hands, but now I'm scared!"

Junko Harumi has the ability, but she still lacks confidence.

The last time I heard her complaining about her mother having no hope for her, she also said that she should do things within her ability. Her tone of complaint completely exposed her insecure side.

"Ah, I'm looked down upon by students who are more than ten years younger than me again."

Junko Harumi seemed to have gotten used to it, and there was not much expression on her face at this time.

Just when Tomoya Aki thought that she was going to start to give up on herself like before, a hint of stubbornness appeared in Junko Harumi's eyes.

"Listen carefully, Amai-san. Don't underestimate the determination of a 30-year-old woman. Not only will I help you get into the University of Tokyo, I will also help Kudo-san get into Keio University!"

She is obviously a 31-year-old old lady, but she occasionally says these words at this time in an extremely handsome way.