Chapter 1052 Protect me?

Chapter 1052 Protect me?

Minutes later, Shio and I left the room and went to her next class in time.

Although we somehow ended up talking about our plans this coming weekend, we still very much enjoyed the time we spent together.

Upon entering the room, I instantly noticed the boys’ eyes zoning into Shio. Virgin or not, they all blushed at the way she walked and carried herself. Well, that’s because Shio somehow gave off an extremely mature charm that made everyone feel a thump in their chests.

And that was brought about by her elation and excitement for this coming weekend. Just the smile that seemingly wouldn’t leave her face for long while was enough to strike their hearts with arrows.

Furthermore, before we left that room, I made sure to spoil her a lot. That made her face retain its reddish hue, raising her attractiveness stat to another high.

Alright. That’s just my opinion, I’m probably already too biased about my girls.

But Shio’s charms were indeed enough to make everyone attentive. And in turn, her lessons were always a success, from an educator’s point of view.

I mean. For a teacher to make everyone listen to her lessons without anyone being bored of it was an achievement. And that’s according to Shio herself.

Since only the boys and a handful of girls were affected by her, the others all focused on me. Especially those who know me on a personal level like Sachi and Rae’s friends.

I only nodded at them and that’s enough attention.

As for Rae, it didn’t need to be said that she captured my attention even without doing anything. I just had to make sure that we’re careful enough not to be too obvious.

I see her every day but even in this brief moment, I couldn’t help but admire the girl’s beauty...

Uh. I’m probably becoming the biggest simp for my girls but that’s fine. They’re countering it by doing the same to me. And sure enough, we all loved it.

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The next period passed by normally and since the next one was the lunch break followed by our PE class, I had the girls go ahead of me to the empty clubroom while I went to the cafeteria to buy other food as well as meet up with someone.

“Oh... Someone’s day is gonna be made again.”

Even before I could approach their table, Hiraoka, one of Kana’s friends, teasingly said while nudging my adorable girl.

Like always, they gathered around my Kana. Perhaps it’s part of Momoiro-senpai’s protection against Goto or they just wanted to be together.

Either way, this was the reason I came here.

Once in a while, I would look to eat with her. I mean, if I don’t show up like this, it won’t be long before they start suspecting that I don’t care about Kana. And with Momoiro-senpai being protective of Kana, I will be put on her bad side.

“It’s been a while, senpai. Thanks for looking after Kana.” I politely bowed my head to them before sitting in the open space next to Kana.

Their group of friends was complete again. In front of me, there’s Momoiro-senpai, the extrovert. She’s as bright as always and although I could notice that she’s stealing glances at me, it’s probably just the effect of my new appearance.

To some, it’s still something they had to get used to.

“Geez, stop being so polite,” Tsuchida-senpai grumbled as she dug through the meatballs she was eating.

“You know, Onoda-kun? If I hadn’t seen you before this, I would probably mistake you for a handsome and bold junior who will hit on us. Or on Kana and Suzuha. We’ll probably not be inside your strike zone, anyway.” Hiraoka-senpai said, shrugging her shoulders while self-deprecating in the process.

Although I could just choose not to comment on that, seeing that they’re Kana’s friends, I worked up a reply that would put them in a good mood. “You’re joking, senpai. You’re attractive as well. Maybe there’s a chance that I’ll be going after you if I hadn’t met Kana first.”

“Oh, you! Don’t say that if your girl is right beside you.” Although she raised her voice in slight embarrassment, the flattery made her really happy.

And that’s the same for Tsuchida-senpai.

I received my retribution from Kana’s fingers though. She pinched my side with all her strength while smiling menacingly at me. Likewise, Momoiro-senpai almost glared at me for that reckless comment.

Fortunately, the repercussions of my flattery expired in a few seconds, returning the harmony on the table.

Ah. Right. Although I would still go to the clubroom to eat with the girls there, I prepared my stomach to overeat today as Kana shared her lunch with me.

Minutes passed and the seniors as well as Kana started talking about various things. Well, it’s only Hiraoka and Tsuchida-senpai. Kana and Momoiro-senpai only commented from time to time.

And while I listened to them, my eyes scanned the students inside the cafeteria. I could easily spot the trio of cucks eating together. Since Nami and the others stopped coming with them here, they had no choice but to group up together.

Kikuchi was with her fujoshi friends so... in a way, their circle was already broken.

Nonetheless, it’s not like they’re alone at their table. I saw girls from another class approaching their table before joining them in it.

Although the other two did not react, Ogawa seemed to revert to his nice-guy image, the smile on his face was apparent, making those girls elated.

He’s still a handsome guy, after all. It’s actually a blessing for the other girls that I stole Nami and the others from the three idiots.

At least, they now had a chance to appeal to them. The question is... will they be successful?

I don’t know. Knowing the three, it’s probably close to impossible.

Anyway, I stopped paying attention to them soon enough and put my entire focus back on Kana as well as the conversation they were having.

“That’s right, Onoda-kun, I overheard something. Is it true that it’s you who became involved with Kujou and Ichihara?”

Suddenly, Momoiro-senpai brought up something. Upon hearing that, even Tsuchida and Hiraoka-senpai who were happily chatting away perked their ears to listen to my response.

They’re also interested in it.

Thinking back to the last time I sat with them, they mentioned that incident. Momoiro-senpai even warned me not to be involved.

Looks like they finally got the information that the one involved in it was me...

Kana who’s at my side squeezed the hand she’s grasping as a sign of her worry.

“Yes, senpai. It’s me. I apologize for not telling you.”

“It’s fine. Last week, I warned you without knowing that you’re that junior. I should’ve expected that when you even stood up against Goto for Kana.” Momoiro-senpai smirked a little while looking rather amazed.

“Uhm, senpai can say that I’m ignorant about their reputation. But I can’t just stand back at that moment.”

“Oh? From what we remembered, you protected someone from being hit on by Ichihara. And Kujou showed up at that time, making it bigger than normal.”

“Yes. It’s actually our Club President. Kana knows about it.”

Upon hearing that, Momoiro-senpai nodded in understanding, “I see... So that’s the case. The rumors can only carry so little detail. How are you holding up then? Did they... target you?”

“Hmm? What do you mean, senpai?”

Although it’s kind of public knowledge that those two were people one shouldn’t associate with, the way she uttered that question seems like she had first-hand experience with it.

“I mean, did they start harassing you? I’m sure they do. If you ever need help, you can come to me. I... I’ll protect you.” With her eyes shining with a strong light of justice, Momoiro-senpai, despite her small stature, appeared rather gallant at the moment.

Protect me? Is Momoiro-senpai that capable?