Real teaching, but diary flow

It refers to physical fitness and athletic ability.

The time intervals between these projects are neither too long nor too short.

If you need to find time to meet someone and chat for a bit, that's definitely enough.

But let's do something else, or have a deeper conversation.

However, it also has some shortcomings.

The lunch break was actually a little too short for 'two people', so Asakusa Tetsu planned to give more of the time to the first person.

“Hiyori.” Asakusa Toru called out her temporary guardian’s name softly.

So, in a secluded, special 'audience section' that seemed reserved only for school leaders, a cat-like figure, exuding a light and gentle aura, was curled up on Shiina Hiyori's lap...

A naturally blonde pet girl.

Shiina Mashiro.

Her skin was translucent and fair; her eyes and brows were closed yet still exuded an alluring charm; her breathing was even; and her chest rose and fell slightly.

It wasn't the casual clothes worn by other 'tourists', but rather a more incongruous and eye-catching 'school uniform' that was completely ordinary to her. It was probably the style of a British school uniform, and all you could see below the uniform was a pair of white legs.

Pure white over-the-knee socks.

Shiina Mashiro.

From top to bottom, from hair to cheeks, from collarbone to over-the-knee socks.

After observing in this way, Asakusa Tetsu was able to clearly arrive at the most obvious answer.

The girl's identity, the girl's name, the girl's existence.

Even though there has been no further communication since then, they have only watched, only spied on, only read.

But she still came.

...It was as if it had been agreed upon sometime in the past.

Chapter 267 I Want to Be His Color

"...Shiina."

Those with such complicated expressions, calling her name as if they didn't know what to say.

It wasn't Asakusa Tetsu, but Sakagami Kazuma, the homeroom teacher of Class 1-C.

With the sports festival approaching, Hiyori Shiina, a delicate literature girl with an E-level physical fitness score, did not participate in physical training.

Even though she should actually be the one who needs physical training the most.

However, you can't rush into exercising; taking it one step at a time is the right way.

After all, the only one in this school with worse physical fitness than her is Sakayanagi Arisu.

Therefore, she decisively gave up physical training and only maintained the most basic exercise needs.

As for the sports festival's all-participation events?

Of course she's quitting and not running. Why would she run? Do you really expect her to compete with physical abilities that are even lower than Sakura Airi's?

Anyway, she didn't care about losing ten points on the written test for being ranked in the bottom ten.

During class, I would slack off during PE class, and after class, I would tutor Ibuki a little, spend time in the library, and go on dates with him whenever I had a little free time.

...What's rather regrettable is that he gradually spent less and less time in the library.

Actually, compared to dating, Hiyori Shiina found that she preferred the tranquility of being in the same space, sensing each other's presence, and listening to the sound of pages turning.

That way, she would have a more real sense that she was possessing him.

But, well, dating isn't bad either.

At least, the countless steps that should have been taken to build up the relationship before the kiss could be made up for little by little.

Hiyori Shiina thought she would live a peaceful life until the end of the sports festival.

But on the day leading up to the sports festival.

The class advisor called her to the office.

With a complex expression and a furrowed brow, as if carefully choosing his words, Kazuma Sakagami began to speak slowly.

"As you probably know, the school has decided to open the school to a small number of spectators during the sports festival," Kazuma Sakagami began, starting with this well-known fact. "And among them, there's one guest..."

"Hmm, it's a bit special."

"Her identity is quite special and her significance is quite great. It can be said that her coming to the Advanced Training Center is itself quite meaningful."

As the conversation progressed, Kazuma Sakagami's fingers tapped incessantly on his desk, a hint of irritation emanating from him.

"To ensure her visit goes smoothly, and also to meet their expectations," Sakagami Kazuma stopped tapping the table, clasped his hands together, and looked up at Shiina Hiyori, who was standing at a distance in front of him.

"Shiina, the school needs your help."

Shiina Hiyori: "?"

Seemingly noticing Shiina Hiyori's confusion, Sakagami Kazuma finally realized that although he had uttered a lot of riddles in a rambling manner, he had not revealed the most crucial point.

“Shiina Mashiro.” He announced a name: “A world-class genius oil painter, the only daughter of the Shiina family, and also…”

"Yes, she's also your 'cousin,' Shiina-kun."

Although he shouldn't say too much about his classmate's family and relatives, he had to admit that this was essential information in this conversation.

“She plans to visit the school for research during next month’s sports festival.” Kazuma Sakagami swallowed hard and continued, “Yes, research.”

If someone understands the greatness of Shiina Mashiro, they might be able to glean a deeper meaning from this simple statement.

What level of artistry is considered a world-class painter?

Ordinary people don't really have a clear concept of this; all they can feel is that the prefix "world-class" seems impressive.

But Kazuma Sakagami is very clear about it.

World-class painters are those who leave their mark on history.

The paintings were auctioned, collected, and passed down; the residence itself became a tourist attraction; and the life story was interpreted and remembered in countless ways.

These are treatments that a world-class institution should rightfully receive.

The world will be focused on her.

If it's just a regular world-class event... well, even a regular world-class event already has enough influence.

Not to mention that Shiina Mashiro is not some ordinary world-class player at all.

She is a world-class 'living' person.

Although it's a subtle way to describe it, it's undeniable that painters, especially oil painters, often don't have high market value or fame while they're still alive.

The more recently a painter has passed away, the more likely they are to become a 'world-class' figure.

How many world-class oil painters are there in this world who achieved their status during their lifetime?

Kazuma Sakagami didn't know, but he did know that Mashiro Shiina was still a minor.

Living, minor, world-class oil painter.

The four keywords combined create a terror beyond imagination.

What does this mean?

This means that every painting she creates will have considerable significance, and she can continue to create countless timeless classics.

And if we say that the highly developed organisms that serve as her source of inspiration are fortunate enough to become the backdrop on her canvas...

Just thinking about Kazuma Sakagami makes me feel a little breathless.

This is only with the school as a backdrop; if, in fact, Kazuma Sakagami himself could become the other party's model.

...In fact, Kazuma Sakagami knows very well that he is not someone who is overly chasing fame and fortune.

Having weathered the ups and downs of society, he has long since lost the urge to be swayed.

But then I thought, maybe, perhaps, there might be such an opportunity.

He still couldn't help feeling a bit restless.

Shiina, Shiina, Shiina.

I didn't realize it when I first saw that name in my class.

Looking back now, I think of Sakayanagi from Class A, Kanzaki from Class B, and Koenji from Class D.

Compared to her, Shiina from our Class C isn't bad either!

Although they are completely different fields, and their influence is very different.

But if only I had known the meaning behind that name...

It probably still won't be of much use.

cough.

After all, not every special exam is on a deserted island, and not every special exam requires any background information.

Given Shiina Hiyori's abilities, class C was indeed the only option.

"Mr. Shiina contacted the school, saying he hoped to invite your cousin to be her guide, to show her around the school, to ensure her safety, and also, as a student, to give her some inspiration."

This is Mr. Shiina's perspective and meaning.

As for the school...

"The school will try its best to meet Ms. Shiina Mashiro's needs, but at the same time, we hope that you, as her guide, can do your part for the school."

At this point, Kazuma Sakagami stopped talking.

He needs to observe and wait for Shiina Hiyori's reaction.

Ultimately, this kind of thing depends entirely on the other party's own will.

The school hopes that Hiyori Shiina can be of help, but it also does not want to cause negative emotions in her by using an overly harsh commanding attitude.

Kazuma Sakagami had a pretty good idea of ​​what to do in front of whom.

"..." Shiina Hiyori was silent for a moment before slowly asking, "...Could you be more specific? What exactly does 'doing your part for the school' mean?"

Shiina Mashiro.

To be honest, she was somewhat surprised that this name would appear at this time.

She had heard of her cousin's existence since she was a child.

Few people with the surname Shii and the given name would not know each other, and they would more or less become the objects of comparison.

Ah, of course, Shiina Hiyori wouldn't say anything like, "Look at her and then look at you," "Why don't you compare your oil paintings with Shiina Mashiro's?" or "Aren't they both Shiina?"—these are all meaningless and pointless comparisons.

However, it is clear that for the vast majority of Shiina people of this era, Shiina Mashiro is a name that cannot be avoided.

Hiyori was very familiar with her cousin, having met her before when they were children.

All I can say is... it fits her understanding of genius very well.

I wonder if things have changed now that I've grown up.

But... is she going to undergo advanced training?

I doubt they came here for me.

Hiyori Shiina has a very clear understanding of this point.

The reason for her coming is not important; what matters is that she came, the guide job Mr. Shiina asked her to do, and the school's purpose and plans.

"It's not a very difficult task." Hearing the softening in her tone, as if success was within reach, Kazuma Sakagami breathed a sigh of relief and smiled. "It's just what a guide should do—besides fulfilling their 'duty,' to put in a little more effort and think from the school's perspective."

"For example, if it happens to be during the sports festival, you could take her to see the students sweating it out on the track first?"

"Or, for example, you could show her the school's comprehensive facilities, such as classrooms, dormitories, shopping malls, and the library?"

"Well, if possible, a landscape that better showcases our highly developed humanistic spirit might be better."

“Working hard as teachers and diligent staff, as well as creating various drawings that can be left behind by highly nurtured individuals, are all good choices.”

Kazuma Sakagami paused for a moment after speaking.