The social phobia substitute will not dream of the band girl

A tall young woman, wearing a barely-there, modified British-style maid outfit, stepped out from behind a large tree in front of the school. Logically, she was probably the "Delta" Hiraishu mentioned earlier. It was great that she wasn't just an air friend.

Pingxin took out his Premium Pass, which had been with him for a year (two and a half years), handed it to Delta, and then walked into the school gates on his own. Protected by his "three-piece suit," he felt somewhat more at ease, and he was too hungry to think about anything else. It should be noted that this so-called "Premium Pass" wasn't the one issued for a single season, like '68 or '98, but a special pass issued directly by the principal, also known as a "Free Entry Permit."

Anyone holding this certificate shall not be prevented from entering or leaving Shengxiang Middle School if the principal is present in person.

That's about it. This pass is also known as the "(weekday) free entry and exit pass," the "legal purchasing pass," or the "bad luckless golden ticket." Putting aside these bizarre and seemingly inappropriate nicknames, this special pass is generally only available to exceptional individuals with special circumstances and exceptional academic performance. Ordinary people naturally qualify for both.

"Hashidou Madai (wait!) This certificate of yours...isn't legal. Where did you get it from?"

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The security guard's eyes became sharp, and it was like the oppressive force of the homeroom teacher who used to peek through the back door every day. Asuka Maheishin, who graduated from society in a daze and then switched to a high school student (second round), avoided the topic and subconsciously ran away.

...Speaking of which, how long has it been since he last ran?

"...Please don't act rashly." said the [Maid] named Delta.

As a maid who has been with Pingxin for many years and has always been there to protect him, Delta has enough fighting power to make up for her brains. Rather than being a hired maid, she now gives people the feeling of being a soldier, whose mission is to "obey orders."

The guard, who had been knocked down instantly after trying to catch up, immediately started to act out. Why was he risking his life for a salary of tens of thousands of yen a month? And if a fight came to this, he would definitely not be a match for him. The guard, indicating that he would not resist, sat back at his seat and drank his tea.

"This pass... is for the junior high school. Didn't anyone tell him that the high school and junior high school 'passes' aren't shared?"

The guard tried to seek advice from the mysterious person in maid outfit but got nothing. After all, you can't expect a well-behaved dog in mission mode to talk to strangers, just like a police dog in a mission won't chase a branch thrown by the enemy.

Ping Xin's school, Shengxiang Middle School, is divided into junior high and high school. Although they share the same campus, they generally stay separate, aside from major events. Drawing on his experience eating out several times during junior high, he quickly found his way to the high school cafeteria. The hunt was about to begin!

At this moment, every cell and every neuron in his body is transmitting the same signal -

...Eat? Eat. Eat!

"...Wait, get out of class isn't over yet, is it? Where did you come from?!"

"..."

Ping Xin, who was so hungry that his eyes turned red, slammed a stack of 10,000 yen bills on the table and stood there silently showing off. The speed at which he ate made the experienced cafeteria auntie amazed. This kid... maybe he can be used to deal with leftovers.

The leader of the Leftover Rice Knights expressed his deep regret—

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Chapter 4 What is this? Show it off!

People come to the cafeteria to eat, no matter what anyone says, just eat and that’s it!

what is this?

Seaweed rice balls, so cool!

what is this?

Fried noodles and bread, awesome!

what is this?

Fried pork chop sandwich, awesome!

In short, just show off, eat all the bread, rice balls, snacks and fruits except for the dishes that take time to prepare!

"..."xN

Under the shocked gazes of the uncles and aunts in the cafeteria, Ping Xin successfully made the cafeteria of Shengxiang High School run at full speed by himself, just like the "Hat Saint" who challenged the Treson buffet system alone in the game of his previous life. Who said that human "eating power" has a limit?

I don’t think so!

What, rice balls, bread, and sandwiches are dry after eating too much?

Then have some ramen!

It all comes down to "add more water to the noodles, add more water to the noodles", and you will never stop eating as long as you live!

Carbohydrates, fruits and vegetables, and various fish and mutton products met their destiny in Pingxin's mouth, transforming into sugars, vitamins, proteins, and various nutrients to nourish his chronically ill body. As Pingxin continued to eat, his skin gradually turned red. This was because his heart was beating faster and faster, transporting blood and its nutrients to all parts of his body. At this moment, he was like "King Luffy" in second gear, and even a little steam was visible from his body.

Although from the perspective of passers-by he was simply like a starving ghost because he ate too fast, so his face was a little red because of the hot meal.

"...Is the kid okay? He's already eaten enough food for over 50 people."

"Yeah, how on earth could such a skinny boy eat so much food? Even if he has a physique that 'never gets fat', it's a bit too exaggerated, isn't it?"

"It's a lifelong learning experience. There are always many things in this world that we don't understand... You guys, stop standing there and get back to cooking—"

After all, our responsibility is to ensure that every student who comes here is well-fed and healthy. I don't know why this student couldn't resist eating so much during class, but don't forget there are a bunch of hungry kids waiting to be fed. Cheer up!

"Yes!"xN

The cafeteria's leader gave orders, and others naturally followed them. This sturdy-looking middle-aged woman was one of the cafeteria managers for Shengxiang Middle School's high school department. She was also the head chef. Even in the Eastern society where seniority was paramount, someone who relied on their age to bully others would be looked down upon. The fact that she could get her subordinates to obey her orders showed she was definitely quite capable.

"It feels like I've returned to those old days..."

As a young woman, she went to the ally country [Yan Country] across the sea to study in pursuit of the legendary ultimate "canteen cuisine". Some dark dishes such as "Stir-fried tomatoes with tomatoes", "Stir-fried potatoes with ginger" and "Stir-fried vegetables with oranges" did not stop her from learning.

Finally, after studying for several years in a culinary powerhouse with a 4000-year history, she returned to the East. Why she, a chef who had been invited by many star-rated restaurants, chose to work as an ordinary cafeteria lady in this small school is another story. All I can say is that maternal love and the golden spirit of mankind are truly great.

*The reason I say 4000 years is because it's internationally recognized, and further archaeological evidence is needed to confirm earlier periods. This article uses this setting based on fan fiction based on the Nichiyou universe. This is a potentially controversial detail, so I'll mention it here and won't explain it further.

Need more...more...more!!!

Eat! Eat!

Under the dual influence of mental and physical stress, Ping Xin is now close to madness. His body is undergoing rapid evolution, which requires a large amount of energy - nutrients that can fill the energy gap accumulated in the past few years.

The dam's burst depends on that final drop of water, and the successful start of Ping Xin's transformation depends on that final accumulation of energy. The unexpected premature appearance of his "stand world" has caused his body to evolve before it was ready. This moment is a moment of both risk and opportunity, a decisive factor in success or failure.

A temporary loss will ruin a lifetime.

(It only takes an hour to delay the current opportunity, but it will delay the protagonist's life)

"...dong-dong-dong-"

"...Did you hear that? What was that sound?"

"Where's that sound? Stop being lazy and keep cooking! That kid's still eating!"

"Yes!"

That was the roar of a heart, his own, but not just his. This was a tug-of-war that was far too long for everyone, so much so that even after midnight, when classes were over and lunch was served, no one noticed.

"Dry food people, dry food soul, today's first m... What the hell is this?"

The first student who arrived at the cafeteria felt a sense of disarray when he saw the empty sales area and the bustling cooking area. There was only one person in the cafeteria, but it felt like it had been ravaged by hundreds of hungry students. Could it be that I was not the first to arrive but the last?

The student wiped his black-framed glasses. It was still spring, but the heat and humidity were so intense that they misted over. A question mark swirled in his small head. He knew the saying, "Time isn't about how much you have, but how you use it," but he couldn't help but wonder if someone had stolen his time.

*It must have been the Crimson King's doing!

"I came here for the delicious limited-edition bread, but I found nothing... A gourmet hunter can't give up just like that! Eh? That's..."

The senior student with glasses noticed the presence of Asuka Maheishin. Although some people came into the cafeteria one after another and cried out in surprise, he could recognize that the boy was the only one who had arrived earlier than him. At this moment, his table and several nearby tables were piled with various plastic wrappers and bowls and plates that looked as clean as if they had been licked.

He didn't look like he could eat that much. Could it be that some other group of students had come to eat early and he was the last one left? Perhaps asking him would reveal the answer, the senior with glasses thought.

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Chapter 5: Flag Bonus

"Excuse me, do you know what happened in the cafeteria today? I never thought that I, known as the 'Shengxiang Cafeteria's Fastest Achilles', would be late. This is giving me a headache... Hahahaha——"

The senior with glasses said it generously, but he didn't expect that this unfamiliar student was still busy eating. This spirit of not talking while eating and not talking while sleeping is really touching... Little did he know that the man named Asuka Maheishin was just eating and pretending not to hear. It's like sometimes when you wear headphones outside, there won't be so many blind people coming to bother you. Playing dumb and turning a deaf ear is a remedial course for social phobia.

“…I don’t know, I’m just eating here.”

He waited until the bespectacled senior was almost gone before he heard a faint reply. He gave a surprised smile and then joined the crowd buying food. After all, even without the limited-edition items, people still had to eat. Hirayukoshi was left alone, continuing to chant "Baku Baku." Even the change in his voice was forgotten. The strong urge from his body continued to drive him to eat, digest, and grow.

The happy substance called dopamine secreted in his brain allows him to continuously receive positive feedback and further speed up his eating efficiency, just like in a game where you will be given more or less rewards after completing a task. Making people realize that "there will be rewards for your efforts" is often the best spontaneous motivation.

"......call--"

After swallowing the last of the food in the bowl, Ping Xin finally felt the urge in his body temporarily calmed down, followed by waves of fear.

You have to know that he just ate hundreds of servings of food in one breath while being half conscious, and even the food reserves of the cafeteria for the next few days were almost consumed by him. This would be a "big event" that would make the news no matter where it happened, and even become a new urban legend, and be captured for dissection and research.

Fortunately, he still had a few connections. After all, the underworld wasn't just about fighting and killing, it was also about the human relationships and social skills. How could one live a good life without a few "friends"? After sending a text message to his maids to prepare the follow-up matters, Pingxin took out his "Black Adult Card" and paid the bill.

Well... tens, hundreds, thousands, hundreds of thousands, millions, tens of millions, hundreds of millions—

There were so many digits in the balance that he was too lazy to count them. All he could say was that although money is not omnipotent in this world, it can indeed allow you to accomplish most things, so some small savings are still necessary.

As he walked out of the cafeteria, Asuka Maheishin could feel the wind, the fragrance of flowers along the roadside, and... the shape of his own soul. Could this be?!

"...The World?"

At his call, a golden Stand with a red heart-shaped ornament appeared beside him. The faint connection he'd previously felt but couldn't confirm now became incredibly strong. After briefly experimenting with the basic abilities of "World" and the crucial "Time Stop," Ping Xin was extremely satisfied. While the ability to stop time was limited to three seconds, the basic capabilities hadn't been compromised.

By the way...is there something wrong with the angle of view today? And the clothes always seem a little tight. He always wears loose clothes that are one size too big...

Although Asuka Maheishin had many doubts at the moment, he was not given more opportunities to explore them at school. He could only think about them after returning home. The most urgent thing now was to rush to the classroom. The lunch break was about to end and now was his last chance.

If he knocks on the door during class and is called by the teacher and surrounded by classmates, I might as well kill him!

And the agreement he made with his sister Asuka Matobi is also very important. Nothing is more important to him than the agreement with his family. The Promised Superman attacks now!

*Promise Superman, once you make a promise, you must...

"...But I don't know where my classroom is. After all, I didn't even come to school during the opening ceremony—"

Fortunately, someone, in his early years, imitated the famous detective Conor, taking advantage of the innocent nature of childish talk to offer a number of unintentional remarks. While there's a certain air of "standing on the shoulders of giants," the effect was nonetheless quite effective. The speaker may not have meant it, but the listener will take it seriously. Besides cashing in on his foresight from his previous life, Ping Xin has also managed to do a lot of good things for both himself and others. As for how he caught the attention of a certain giant, that's a story for another time.

Some "good things" are like the new "Line," which was created by stitching together multiple social applications from previous generations. It has a simple interface without all the cluttered features and ads, and is so easy to use that even your grandmother can use it. It can also be linked with major mainstream apps, eliminating the need for useless and repetitive registration every time.

I can only say that this new line will definitely beat Tencent, definitely!

*To be honest, all those fancy features you'll never use and the pervasive, cluttered ads are annoying. Extraneous features increase the software's storage space and memory usage. Some manufacturers, in an effort to dominate the market, cram in extraneous "elements," making the overall design bloated and cumbersome. Honestly, if it weren't for the sheer volume, I'd have replaced it long ago—just my personal opinion.

Naturally, with the vigorous promotion of more convenient and efficient communication methods, the people of Dongguo naturally caught up with this "trend" and also learned the model of grade and class groups without any guidance. However, as long as they don't use the check-in function and unified reply function that people hate, it's still pretty good. At least now, you can check the class division of this school year in the group through ordinary messages.

"I didn't expect it to be Class A again... Last time I came here, I was already in 2-A. I didn't expect there would be a time to make up for 1-A..."

I wonder what kind of people my classmates will be like... No, it's better not to have any expectations. After all, "the greater the expectations, the greater the disappointment." Ping Xin, who has always been known for being "negative" and conservative, naturally won't add unnecessary troubles to himself.

After all, the class divisions had already been prepared, and all he could do was "accept" or "reject".

At least that's the case within the "rules". After all, who made him have an uncle who is the principal?

However, Ping Xin had gone through so many ups and downs in his previous life, so he naturally had his own way of adjusting his mental state.

For example, now he can expect to be pleasing to the eye with his beautiful classmate, but at the same time, he also expects that he will never see her again after seeing her. After all, the so-called heartbeat is often the beauty created by distance, a "subjective conjecture" from the brain.

Simply put, it's daydreaming!

And he won't be deceived by hormones and strangers a second time!

"...There will be no more sorrow or joy in my life—"

No one knows what little sounds he made under his mask.

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Chapter 6: Prime Numbers in Uncertain Times

People often say "too full to do anything" to describe a person who is not clear-headed and does wrong things. It is not without reason, because after eating, more blood will be concentrated in the stomach to speed up the transportation of nutrients, just like the male's "second penis" often competes with the "big penis" for control.

No matter what, at least that's how Asuka Maheishin felt at that moment. As expected, the time stop of "The World" was useless. If he had "Killer Queen", he could use the third bomb [Loser Eats Dust] to go back a few minutes and avoid this door as far as possible!

Time goes back to a few minutes ago. Ping Xin, who had finally satisfied his bottomless appetite, took two steps outside and then came to the teaching building to look for his class.

"...1-A... This is it... My classroom for the next three years. Although... I probably won't be here again, at least I've kept my promise to my sister and come here today."

*Dongguk schools usually do not change the class signs in the classrooms, and students change classes once every school year. This is also the design here.

As for being late...

Just tell me whether I came or not?!

After a little bit of internal toughness, Ping Xin arrived at the back door of Class 1-A. According to the seating chart in the class group, his seat was in the last row, by the window. This ordinary yet inconspicuous position was perfect for someone with social anxiety. It also made it less likely for him to draw attention if he ran away with the bucket.

"......excuse me."

He swallowed softly, took a deep breath, and then opened the door. The class glanced at him and looked away, unconcerned. After all, it was common in the East to see people wandering between classes. This made Hirayuko, who had removed his baseball cap and sunglasses and was now wearing only a mask, breathe a sigh of relief.

Fortunately, it's spring now, so I can use the excuse of "hay fever" to get by. If I don't have a "suspicious person in disguise" in the future, how will I survive? So, I'll just come here today for a little while and then just spend the rest of my life there...