I practiced as a monk alone in Japan.

Chapter 234 The court opens!
"Wow, compared to the White Team's fierce offense, the Red Team's defense can only be described as leaky on all sides."

"It's just that the white team's shooters were a little off today, otherwise the point difference would definitely be more than 20 points."

"No, that's a bit of an exaggeration. The White Team was completely helpless against the Red Team just by having Tsukino drive to the basket. They couldn't control the space beyond the three-point line at all. The defenders were constantly being driven past and drawing fouls. The effect of that one player's pull was just too great."

"If I remember correctly, Tsukino has a soccer final this afternoon, right? That's incredible. It's hard to imagine that our school has such an all-around player."

"His grades are still in the top three of the grade, how can this be justified?"

I heard his girlfriend is still...

"Ahem, let's get back to the match. It's Tsukino again, leaping high into the air, shooting arrows on horseback! The whistle blows! 2+1! Pure performance!"

Perhaps no one could have predicted that this relatively high-profile basketball game would turn out to be so one-sided.

The Red Team members, who were initially full of fighting spirit, had their defensive weaknesses exposed by Tsukino Gen's several breakthroughs. As a result, they couldn't even execute their offense properly afterward.

An offensive player who can score with a single drive is a deadly weapon anywhere, even in what seems like the era of three-pointers in basketball.

Not to mention, the boy's performance almost made it impossible for the commentators to continue the game. It looked like it was about to turn into a gossip session for Tsukino Gen, but thankfully they stopped the conversation in time.

The match ended quickly.

It was a rather lopsided score, and if Tsukino Gen hadn't stayed out of the game in the fourth quarter and narrowed the gap slightly, it would have looked rather ugly and disgraceful.

Even Akihiko Miura got a chance to play and have some fun.

Gen Tsukino only broke a sweat after a considerable effort; otherwise, it would have been quite a stretch. To be honest, the amount of sweat he produced on the court was less than the amount he saw Kazama Sakura, Asagiri Rin, and Asagiri Jun sweating profusely while sitting together on the sidelines.

Depend on.

Why are these three women sitting together?

After the match, while changing clothes in the locker room, the players excitedly chatted about today's game and their aspirations to reach the finals.

Only Tsukino Gen was thinking about what he should say after he left.

It's no longer just a battlefield; it's practically a slaughterhouse.

Only Asagiri Rin and Kazama Sakura are alright, they have plenty of room to maneuver. But adding Asagiri Jun is purely an unstable factor.

Akihiko Miura is here.

"Huh? You're still here? Aren't you going out? I think someone's waiting for you outside."

Of course, how could I not know that someone was waiting for me outside?

No, that's not waiting for yourself, that's hunting yourself.

"Wait a little longer, I'm quite exhausted, I need to rest for a bit."

"You don't seem to be out of breath at all. What did you expend?"

An ordinary person is just an ordinary person; they don't understand anything.

Gen Tsukino glanced at his phone; it contained a message from Rin Asagiri.

"Aren't you coming out yet? You didn't think you could get away with hiding inside, did you? Now you're scared?"

joke.

Are you afraid?
Tsukino Gen's dictionary does not contain the words "retreat" and "fear," so he immediately replied with a question mark.

Then, after changing his shoes, he strode out.

Not far from the locker room door.

Then I saw that heart-stopping trio.

The boy immediately put on a smile and walked over, "Auntie, you're here to watch the game today too? Good afternoon, Asagiri-kun and Kazama-kun."

Sakura Kazama was about to burst into laughter, and she had to turn her head slightly to cover her lips in order to suppress the urge to laugh out loud.

Asagiri Rin found it amusing; although no sweat was visible on the boy's forehead, he was probably sweating inside.

Yesterday they were talking about sincerity, and today they've already created a chaotic scene.

It's hard to believe that it wasn't her own mother's intentional act.

Asagiri Jun smiled broadly, "Of course I came to watch, after all, Tsukino-kun's matches are always so pleasing to the eye."

"I hope I haven't disappointed your mother today either."

"Yeah, of course I wasn't disappointed. But I don't know why, I still prefer watching football a little more."

"That's normal, everyone has their own preferences. Besides, the finals are this afternoon, so your aunt can watch them too."

"Okay, let's have lunch together. They're all people you know."

Asagiri Jun glanced meaningfully at Kazama Sakura.

Gen Tsukino hopes that this girl can be braver and say no to things she doesn't like!

Unfortunately, Sakura Kazama didn't object at all; on the contrary, she seemed to accept it quite smoothly.

What?
You were turned to your side after just one game?
She glanced suspiciously at the woman named Asagiri Jun, wanting to ask who the succubus really was.

It's not Kazama Sakura's fault; she agreed to it while watching the game from the stands. There's no way to refuse this woman; she's just too hard to resist. How should I put it?

Her persuasive words and her gentle, approachable demeanor were a complete game-changer when she was in front of this young girl.

It's so good that you can't find any fault with it, and you don't even feel much aversion to it.

It's like he's a really good elder who gets along well with young people.

What exactly is she trying to do? Is she really trying to become close friends with her daughter's friends? This seemingly unrealistic thought even crossed Kazama Sakura's mind.

"Ok."

Gen Tsukino naturally had no reason to refuse.

We ate together at a restaurant off-campus, going directly into a private room.

The dinner table wasn't as serious as the boy had imagined. In Asagiri Jun's eyes, the three of them seemed to be true friends, and he didn't seem to think of anything strange.

“I’m really happy that Xiaolin can make friends like you. When she was in high school, I was often worried that she might be too withdrawn and have no friends. Now that she gets along so well with you, I’m relieved.”

Asagiri Jun said with a smile. Kazama Sakura and Tsukino Gen exchanged a glance.

They clearly saw the unspoken message in each other's eyes.

This girl is indeed quite withdrawn. If it weren't for someone like Tsukino Gen, with whom she has a special relationship, Asagiri Rin would probably have remained a loner throughout high school.

After all, he has high aspirations and a special status. This makes him unapproachable and makes him look down on everyone.

She is suited to be a school legend, not the mundane family dramas that ordinary people can easily encounter.

However, of course, one cannot say such things directly.

Sakura Kazama said softly, "Actually, Asagiri is a very good friend. It's just that most people are afraid to get close to her because of her status. Once you get to know her, you'll find that she's not so unapproachable."

Jun Asagiri shook his head. "I know my own daughter very well. You're just too kind, Kazama-kun. She's so beautiful. Have you ever thought about becoming my goddaughter?"

pat.

Several people turned their gazes to Tsukino Gen, who had made the commotion.

The boy calmly picked up the chopsticks.

"Oh, I'm sorry. I was probably playing basketball too hard, and I could barely hold my chopsticks."

Jun Asagiri smiled and said, "Are you that tired? What about the game this afternoon?"

"It's okay, there's still time for it to recover."

Gen Tsukino glanced at Rin Asagiri, whose young lady was almost bursting into laughter.

Adopting a goddaughter?

Good guy.

Could it be that they're trying to prevent something from happening in this way? That's a bit far-fetched.

Even Gen Tsukino hadn't expected this woman to have this trick up her sleeve.

Kazama Sakura, her cheeks slightly flushed, said softly, "Uh, let's forget about this one."

"why?"

Asagiri Jun asked with great interest.

After all, in her view, many people would be willing to be associated with her, regardless of the nature of the relationship. And clearly, the identity of a goddaughter is a good refuge, even a powerful support system for her. She suffers no loss whatsoever.

What reason could there be to refuse?
Kazama Sakura carefully observed the woman's expression and said softly, "I still hope that my relationship with Rin-chan can remain simple. If I really become your goddaughter, it would be a bit awkward when I'm with Rin-chan. I don't really want that, so I'm sorry."

Hearing the girl say that, Asagiri Jun smiled and shook her head.

"It's alright, no need to apologize. On the contrary, Sakura, the way you said it makes me like you even more. Okay, you two enjoy your meal. I still have official business to attend to. I'll go watch the match this afternoon. Goodbye."

No one expected that at this moment, Jun Asagiri wiped his mouth and stood up casually.

She glanced at Morita Kaoru beside her, who understood and escorted Asagiri Jun out the door.

The private room immediately became quiet, as if all the pressure and tension had been released.

Gen Tsukino glanced at the two people opposite him.

"You guys seem to be under a lot of pressure."

Kazama Sakura let out a long sigh of relief without any attempt to hide it.

"They're not good at chatting with elders, so of course they're nervous."

Asagiri Rin glanced at the girl. "Nervous? I think you've managed to appease my mom quite well. She's probably been assimilated by someone."

This boy was different, of course; she thought he could coax her mother into becoming a placenta.

Gen Tsukino innocently said, "Can you please stop pinning all the blame on me? I'm a human being too, and my heart aches too."

Holding the chopsticks, she gestured towards Kirin, "Really? But you're really cool when you lie through your teeth, it makes me want to clamp your mouth shut."

"As long as you don't use chopsticks to pick it up, it's fine."

What is that made of?
The girl who had used her legs to clamp something blushed instantly, and in a flash she thought of the possible ambiguity.

Kazama Sakura sensed the sudden change in the atmosphere and looked left and right.

"You two... I'm still here. You're not going to treat me like some kind of sex toy, are you?"

Asagiri Rin was shy in front of Tsukino Gen, but she certainly wouldn't be polite to this girl who was both a rival and a friend, and gave a light snort.

"How dare you say that, you thieving cat."

Sakura Kazama's face instantly turned red as her eyes widened.

"What 'stealing fish cat'!"

"Still not admitting it? Daring to do it but not daring to admit it? I've heard of men denying someone after they've worn their pants, but it turns out girls can also deny it after they've lifted their skirts."

"I think you're just too envious. If you're so eager, even a young lady can act like that. Are you too proud to lower yourself, or do you just not understand these things? Do you want me to teach you?"

They might really be desperate and resorting to such measures.

Kazama Sakura said something she would never have dared to think of normally.

Suddenly, Tsukino Gen found the meal quite delicious.

The young lady's beautiful eyes widened. "Envious? I'd envy something like this? You must be crazy!"

Kazama Sakura tilted her head back, like a peacock that refused to admit defeat.

"Hmph, who knows. Anyway, I can't see what you two are doing secretly together. Maybe you've already tried your best but still can't find a way."

Gen Tsukino exclaimed that it was incredibly satisfying.

It wasn't until Asagiri Rin took out her phone that she said, "Then I'll let you know what we've done."

Tsukino Gen: ?

What is this going to do?
It's not like it's a court hearing, why are you presenting evidence?
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(End of this chapter)