The all-powerful middle schooler

That's all for one class?

A rich woman is indeed a rich woman.

"I'm sorry, but with your archery skills, you're worth far more than this price. But I can't help it. Even though I'm the eldest daughter of the Shinomiya family, I can't just squander money like that."

Kaguya Shinomiya also apologized for this.

Indeed, the archery skills that amazed her were unmatched by anyone she knew, and even far inferior. Compared to them, the legendary archery skills of shooting an arrow through a halberd at the gate and hitting a willow leaf from a hundred paces were child's play.

"Uh, well..."

Hanase Izumi pondered for a moment, giving it some thought.

Although he wasn't exactly poor, he was indeed short of money. First of all, as the head of the Far East Magic Society, he had to consider the organization's operating expenses. He couldn't possibly ask the organization's members to chip in, could he?

That would be too embarrassing.

Secondly, he spent a lot of money on doujinshi and the new game he bought at the anime convention a few days ago, and at this rate, the debt owed to Eriri will be indefinitely delayed.

"Fine, I can agree."

Kaguya Shinomiya, seeing his silence, assumed he would still reject her coldly. Hearing those words when she was feeling dejected was like hearing heavenly music.

Very good!

She suppressed her feelings, almost unable to resist jumping up and down with the joy of a lively and energetic girl.

"How long is a class period?"

Hanesegawa Izumi raised her eyes.

"At least, an hour, no... how about half an hour?"

Kaguya Shinomiya's requests were reduced again and again.

"Half an hour is a bit too much, so let's make it 45 minutes."

He stroked his chin and nodded in deep agreement.

In that case, it's just about playing one less hour of games on the weekend, which is a loss that's perfectly acceptable.

"Okay, it's settled then."

Kaguya Shinomiya struggled to maintain a calm facade, but inwardly she was overjoyed.

It worked!

Hayasaka, I didn't let you down!

"My half, do you mean you're going to spend less time in the Blood Nest on weekends again?"

Beside her, Little Dove pouted, looking dissatisfied.

"Little Dove, think about it, if we had more money, wouldn't we have the offerings I gave you and the cosplay outfit you wanted?"

Hasegawa Izumi stroked her sister's golden hair and smiled affectionately.

"Really?!"

Little Dove instantly perked up.

"of course."

"Well, it won't be a big problem if my other half goes on missions occasionally, I agree!"

There was no way, she gave too much.

After the fireworks ended, Kaguya Shinomiya didn't go straight home. Instead, she went with the brother and sister to stroll around the stalls. To avoid being recognized, she bought a mask to cover her naturally beautiful face.

As it turned out, her idea was correct.

During this time, Izumi Hasegawa was recognized and greeted by several students from Shuchiin University.

Fortunately, everyone's attention was drawn to Kobato; otherwise, even with a mask on, her identity would have been easily exposed.

Although the experience wasn't perfect, following the brother and sister broadened the horizons of this sheltered young lady. Snacks like takoyaki, taiyaki, and candied apples, as well as games like popping balloons and catching goldfish, all left a deep impression on her.

However, no matter how much you linger there, you can't stay forever.

The three of them took the tram and arrived at a stop near Kaguya's residence.

Just like when they came out, Hasegawa Izumi carried Shinomiya Kaguya, leaped up, and entered the backyard.

Then, he jumped in through the open window.

"Then I'll leave first."

Without lingering, Izumi Hasegawa turned and left.

"Ok."

Kaguya Shinomiya's voice was as soft as a mosquito's buzz. After he left, she looked up at the crescent moon in the sky.

"If it weren't for you, Hasegawa, I would never have known that rising fireworks could be so beautiful, or that there were other kinds of fun besides fireworks... It's so great that I was able to come out this time. I will probably never forget this day for the rest of my life."

In the corner, the maid also smiled.

Time flows like water, quietly passing by in the blink of an eye.

With the end of the fireworks festival, summer vacation has also come to a close.

In a dimly lit, enclosed room, against the wall, there was a projection screen displaying images of the battle between Hasegawa Izumi and Busujima Saeko.

Four different girls looked at the scene and all wore the same pensive expression.

They are trying to immerse themselves in the characters and engage in simulated combat.

However, what made them frown was that no matter how they put themselves in the protagonist's shoes, they could not avoid the ending of failure.

Besides maintaining a superficial air of sophistication, the girls now have a clearer self-awareness.

"More than that, you should be worried about Yotsuya, right? With her astonishing progress, she'll probably catch up with us in no time."

Dan Shengtani Morika sighed very much.

"My mere Yin-Yang Eyes are nothing compared to the power that the Sage has carefully bestowed upon us—death!"

Sanae Tokomori, however, seemed quite confident about this.

Although, according to Hasegawa, the ability to see ghosts is not rare, reaching the level of Yotsuya is still an extremely powerful ability.

However, even if they didn't trust their own abilities, they had great faith in the minister's competence.

"Speaking of awakening abilities, has anyone sensed the arrival of a turning point?"

Natsukawa Masaki's eyes darted around as she brought up the topic.

For them, awakening was a pivotal moment that determined their fate.

Once they awaken, they believe their combat power will definitely increase significantly, a world of difference from their current situation where they can only use physical techniques.

"I think I'm starting to feel that way."

While everyone was silent, Rikka Takanashi pursed her lips and said.

"Really? Rikka."

Dansheng Valley Senxia looked surprised.

"Master, am I going to lose to you again, Death!"

Sanae Tokomori clenched her fists and roared to the sky.

"Are you sure? It's a bird swimming."

Natsukawa Masaki was initially suspicious.

"I'm not quite sure either, it might just be my imagination. But regarding the accumulation of spiritual power, just the day before yesterday, I felt that I had reached the limit. This might be what the sage meant by the current state of perfect accumulation of spiritual power."

Rikka Takanashi said, somewhat uncertainly.

That's it.

The other three girls had different expressions, and their feelings were quite complicated.

"Should we tell the Sage, Master?"

Sanae Tokomori asked the question.

"Uh, no need. We can meet at school tomorrow anyway, so I'll just talk to you in person then."

Rikka Takanashi thought for a moment and said.

In early September, Japanese high schools began their second semester.

Summer vacation has just ended, and the weather is still consistently above 30 degrees Celsius, even approaching 40 degrees Celsius.

This situation inevitably brings to mind the issue of 'global warming,' so people can only complain a little and then go back to school or work.

On the first day of school, everyone returned to their daily lives with a mix of melancholy and anticipation.

The students in their seats were all talking about summer vacation.

"Well, I went on a trip abroad, saw a waterfall, and then came back... I was planning to ask Izumi to go out for ramen with me, but he had something to do and we missed it, what a shame."

Fujiwara Chika is answering her classmates' questions, her lively voice as gentle as a spring breeze.

"That's great. So Fujiwara-san and Hasegawa-san are so close that they can go out to eat together?"

"But if Sawamura-kun knew, he would probably be jealous."

"Speaking of Hasegawa-kun, I heard that someone at school saw him at the fireworks festival and even took pictures. Apparently, he was strolling around with his sister. Let me tell you, Hasegawa-kun's sister is super cute!"

"Little Dove is indeed very cute!"

Fujiwara Chika smiled and nodded in agreement.

Do you have any photos? I'd like to see them.

A girl asked.

"Of course."

Another gossipy girl took out her phone and showed the photos she had secretly saved.

"There seems to be a girl next to them. Was she just passing by? Or were they together?"

"do not know."

Hearing the conversation between the two girls, Fujiwara Chika turned her head and glanced at them.

Not satisfied with just one glance, she stared intently again.

Why does this girl feel so familiar to me?

Is it Eriri?

No.

Dear members of the Far East Magic Society?

No.

She went through all the familiar faces in her mind, and finally, the light in her heart was lit.

It's Kaguya-san!?

This is really bad!

'If Kaguya also has her eye on Izumi, then between her and Eriri, whose side should I take? It doesn't feel right to take either side... And then there's Rikka and the others, ugh! Izumi, it's so annoying how popular you are!'

Fujiwara Chika's brain suddenly overloaded, and she collapsed onto the table as if her brain had crashed.

The girls chatting nearby were completely bewildered.

Right in the last row of the classroom where no one was paying attention.

Rikka Takanashi, who arrived earlier, was lying on her desk, burying her head deep in it.

My head is spinning and burning... Could it be a cold?

'But can you catch a cold even if you embark on the path of the extraordinary?'

'No, there's never been a rule that superhumans can't catch a cold, has there?'

"call......."

The girl's face was burning red, she was breathing heavily, and her body temperature was rising rapidly.