People bring their own maids to the training camp

"That's called being prepared for a rainy day. It's only a matter of time before your popularity explodes, Chihaya. It's only been less than a month since school started, and you've already locked in the title of the class's most beautiful girl, huh?"

What is a "class beauty"?

"It's the prettiest girl in the grade," Hayasaka explained. "The class beauty is the prettiest girl in the class, and the school beauty is the prettiest girl in the school."

"If it weren't for the fact that she's a freshman, Princess would definitely be the school beauty!"

"Well, although I'm happy that everyone agrees with me, I'm also troubled by the titles of class beauty and school beauty..." Chihaya said, looking troubled.

"You look even more lovable now!" Hayasaka, like a bossy older sister, put her arm around Chihaya's shoulder. "Seriously, if I were a man, we'd be childhood sweethearts, wouldn't we?"

"If you were so certain that you were a boy, would our relationship be like this now?"

"Wait a minute, did I just get dumped?" Hayasaka pointed to himself.

"Yes, Hayasaka-san, you might just be dismissed by one-word greetings from your older sister." Amakura covered her mouth and laughed.

"Oh no, I can already picture it!"

"Is there anything wrong with 'Gui An'?" Chihaya asked, puzzled. "'Gui An' means 'May you be well,' and it's a phrase that combines wishes and greetings. I personally think it's not bad."

"Uh, it's not a word problem..."

"No need to explain, it's not important." Hayasaka waved his hands repeatedly, "But if you want anything to happen with Chihaya, you'll all have to get past me first!"

"Okay! Count me in!" NetWarehouse raised its hand in a jeering manner.

Then the two of them looked at Ichinose, who had not yet expressed his opinion.

"Uh, me too?" The class monitor's tone was quite subtle, but he still joined in.

"Oh!" X2

"Oh." The weak voice belonged to Ichinose.

“Very good, then welcome to the Onee-sama support group! Here are your membership cards!” Hayasaka said, taking out two so-called “membership cards” from her bag.

"NO.22?" Ichinose read out the number on the card. "So I'm the 22nd one?"

“I’m 23,” NetWarehouse said.

"Hmph, that's right! From now on, the two of you will be the backbone of the support group!" Hayasaka put his hands on his hips, raised his chin, and looked very smug.

"...Why don't I know about this organization?"

"What are you saying? Which fan club is run by the idol themselves? Of course, it's a veteran fan like me who sets it up!" Hayasaka patted his chest. "And our fan club won't charge any fees; it's all about being powered by love!"

"President, may I recommend a new member to join?" NetWarehouse saluted solemnly.

“Approved, here are the cards.” Hayasaka said, pulling out a few more membership cards.

"Leave it to me! Xiaoqiao! Baibo!" Wangcang took the card and left.

"Hahaha, it's not easy for Himegami-kun either," Ichinose said awkwardly, holding her membership card.

Chihaya, on the other hand, held her forehead with one hand, looking as if she didn't want to face reality.

30. I have another terrible idea.

"So, what about tomorrow's swimming lesson? Should we observe?" Hayasaka asked Chihaya. "Quite a few people will probably choose to observe, since swimming lessons aren't taught separately, and some girls are still quite shy."

"The boys in Class B are alright, there aren't any really bad ones." Chihaya tossed her hair—she's become quite adept and natural at this feminine gesture now.

"That's true, but since it's a swimming class, it's quite normal for the boys to comment on the girls' swimsuits."

"Hmm, I've never taken a group swimming lesson like this before."

“Yes, Miss, you learn a different swimming style every day, and you don’t go to the swimming pool for less than a week.” Hayasaka decisively revealed Chihaya’s past. “You probably haven’t swum properly for several years.”

"It's not that interesting. I don't plan to be an athlete. As long as I can swim, that's enough. Anyway, I can't outswim a great white shark."

"...Isn't your perspective on this issue a bit extreme?"

"If we're not racing, as long as I can swim when I fall into the water, that's fine." Chihaya waved her hand dismissively. "Although the training effect is very good, I still can't bring myself to like it."

"So, tomorrow's swimming lesson will be an observation session?"

"Hmm, maybe I shouldn't go for the internship?" Chihaya hesitated.

He did prepare some cutting-edge technology when he enrolled, but even so he was still very nervous, after all, this was something with no room for error and no second chances.

He knew very well that if she appeared in a swimsuit, it was essentially the same as being placed under a magnifying glass for observation.

“Your tone could have been a bit more assertive,” Hayasaka sighed. “Or should I prepare a large sun-protective garment for you?”

"Aren't we not allowed to wear those kinds of things to class?"

"How will you know if you don't try?" Hayasaka said, then thought for a moment. "How about saying you're on your period? That's a reason that only female teachers can't refuse, and you really need to schedule a time, otherwise you'll give yourself away."

“I didn’t really consider that, but I’m worried that if I do an internship, it might lower my evaluation,” Chihaya said. “If this swimming lesson is really part of the assessment, will it have any impact if I don’t participate?”

“I understand. You’re hesitant about the internship because you’re unsure, right?” Hayasaka nodded. “Then let’s stick to the sun-protective clothing strategy. If anyone asks, just say you’re not comfortable being watched. What do you think?”

"Although it's barely feasible, but..."

"Okay, I'll explain this to Ichinose and the others beforehand, and then the girls will all speak up for you. The teacher probably won't care too much, right? After all, wearing a sun-protective shirt to class is better than being an observer, isn't it?"

“That’s true, but what about changing into a swimsuit?” Chihaya asked another question.

"Hmm... how about wearing the swimsuit directly under the school uniform? That way, you only need to take off the outer clothes."

"What about when get out of class ends? You can't exactly wear your swimsuit after you're soaked, can you? Besides, you still have classes afterward."

"..." Hayasaka fell silent for a moment, his brain racing as he searched for a good solution.

"Do you think it's okay to ask the PE teacher for permission to leave early when there are ten minutes left in get out of class?" Chihaya came up with a solution first, "but that reason doesn't seem strong enough."

“I have another extreme idea,” Hayasaka suddenly said.

"what?"

“We’ll pick a lucky one from Class B and coerce her into colluding with us to cover for you while you change.”

"..."

"It's a pity that Kushida isn't in Class B, otherwise I could have legitimately ordered her around, and it would have been a win-win situation."

"Don't give bad advice at a time like this!" Chihaya reached out and grabbed Hayasaka's cheeks. "Think about it seriously!"

"But Miss, I really don't have any ideas." Hayasaka stared with innocent big eyes, then blinked.

"Oh dear, that's my problem. I was so focused on Kushida that I forgot about swimming lessons."

"I have another terrible idea, do you want to hear it?"

"You said it yourself, it's a bad idea..." Chihaya said helplessly.

"But it's actually quite feasible—at least more reliable than your proposal to add another member to your harem," Hayasaka said. "Although I personally still advocate adding another member."

"Here we go again, Ai. Did Mother assign you the task of helping me find a lover?"

"No, that's not true. It's my personal choice."

"But wouldn't that create competitors for yourself?" Chihaya reached out and touched the maid's cheek. "Is that really a good idea?"

“It would be abnormal for someone of your status to only have one partner,” Hayasaka said calmly. “As your maid, I certainly wouldn’t mind.”

Moreover, I probably can't handle it all by myself, Hayasaka thought to himself.

Of course, she dared not tell Chihaya this.

"Marrying a wife of equal social standing is not of any real benefit to you, so I think you might as well not get married."

"Can I really make that decision? The Mikado family might be more inflexible than I think, you know?"

“You are the future head of the family, why should you worry about such things? Besides, the Himegami family is your strong support.” Hayasaka paused after saying that, her face slightly flushed, “And the Hayasaka family too.”

"Thank you for your love," Chihaya said sincerely, holding Hayasaka's hand.

"In return, can I be on top tonight?"

"...Please give me back the emotion I just felt!"

"Don't you want to unlock new knowledge? I think my offer is quite tempting."

"Yes, but the swimming lesson problem for tomorrow hasn't been solved yet. I can't just live for the moment, can I?"

"Can't I use my idea?"

"Forget about adding one to your cart, it's too unreliable."

"The best strategy is too hasty, the worst is too slow, but I still have a middle strategy, don't I?"

"Is this the terrible idea you just mentioned?"

"It's a bad idea, but it's just right for girls, you know? And all I'm doing is helping you attract attention and giving it a little push."

"Are you sure there's no problem?" Chihaya raised an eyebrow.

"That depends on how quickly you change. Take off your swimsuit and put on your underwear."

"...I'll do some practice."

"Let me stopwatch for you."

31. Swimming lesson

The second day during the break between classes.

"Warehouse manager, let's talk in private."

"Okay, President!"

Hayasaka is the president of the fan club, and the people under her are naturally the so-called executives.

"Now, shouldn't the Himegami Chihaya-neechan support group, as Chihaya's support group, share her burdens?" Hayasaka asked Amakura with a serious expression.

"Yes." NetWarehouse replied just as seriously.

"So now there is a problem that urgently needs to be solved and we need to contribute."

"I'm willing to give my heart for my dear sister!" Net Cang snapped his fist and placed it next to his heart. "Everything for my dear sister and for everything my dear sister has!"

"Very good, very energetic!" Hayasaka praised. "Here's the thing..."