After three years of dormancy, the Gourmet Tyrant was born.

Hisako blushed even more as she recalled the memory.

"Hisako is so hardworking and positive. I'm so touched to see you like this."

"It seems that the training camp won't be difficult for you either, so I don't need to worry about you."

"Unfortunately, starting tomorrow, my rest time will be gone."

“Every day after class, we would hold collective work discussions and arrangements at the Ten Outstanding Leaders Management Committee until eight or nine o’clock in the evening.”

"The matter of the training camp also needs to be handled by us, the Elite Ten!"

Erina rolled over and lay down on the bed, pressing her hands to her forehead.

What's even more unsettling is what the next few nights will bring.

She would have to spend the rest of her time face-to-face with Lu Xuanyu in the office.

One sentence brought sorrow to the two girls.

Hisako's expression froze, and her mood instantly plummeted.

These days, going to the hot spring bath to see Lu Xuanyu after finishing my studies has become a habit.

The information in Erina's words was meant for Hisako.

Before the end of the training camp, this evening might be her last chance to learn from Lu Xuanyu!

……

P.S.: The previous chapter is currently in a censored state and is being actively repaired. Hopefully, the review process will be expedited.

32. Last lesson, listen to your master! [Seeking flowers and ratings!]

Six o'clock in the evening.

Hot spring bath.

Lu Xuanyu and Shinoto Hisako were as usual.

Inside the bathhouse, a degree-granting class was taking place.

The object of the relationship was switched just two days ago.

Hisako Shinoto became the one receiving the massage.

"Hisako, remember to be careful today."

"There are subtle differences between the degrees that men and women have."

"Ordinary people might not be able to tell the difference, but you are my apprentice; you absolutely cannot make a similar mistake."

Hisako had her back to Lu Xuanyu, with her arms resting on the wooden board by the bathtub, maintaining a semi-prone position.

"Yes, Master Xuanyu, I will remember this well..."

"I will remember every single detail you taught me!"

Hisako's words carried a hint of sadness.

Lu Xuanyu had been aware of this since he arrived.

At first, Lu Xuanyu wasn't entirely sure if it was related to him.

From the moment I entered until now, judging from the numerous conversations, the tone of voice always becomes noticeably more sorrowful when Lu Xuanyu is mentioned.

He had a pretty good idea of ​​what Erina Nakiri and Hisako had said.

She already knew that starting tomorrow and continuing until the end of the training camp, she would no longer be able to continue the one-on-one secret base instruction.

That being the case...

Why not amplify Hisako's emotions even further!

"Hisako, today might be our last class of the semester."

"You have a really good talent, and you've been learning very quickly these days."

"If I have any free time in the future, Master, please teach me more new knowledge about medicinal cuisine."

Lu Xuanyu said in his usual tone.

Incidentally, it was also a test to see if Hisako's dejected mood was because of him.

"This semester?"

"Master, why...why has it taken so long?"

"I know you've been busy lately, with a training camp coming up later."

"After the training camp..."

Hisako turned around anxiously and couldn't help but ask.

"After the training camp, there will be a holiday. After that, the Elite Ten Council will be even busier preparing for the Autumn Selection Tournament."

"After the fall selection trials are over, I want to go out and travel around."

"And once the training camp is over, this place will resume normal operations."

"Our secret base will no longer exist."

"It's alright, your master will always be your master. Come to your master for help anytime you have trouble!"

Lu Xuanyu lowered his head with a wry smile, his eyes seemingly unintentionally revealing a sense of reluctance.

She stared at Hisako for a moment, then quickly returned to normal.

The secret base will cease to exist after today!

The events that had occurred in the hot spring bath over the past few days flashed rapidly through Hisako's mind.

Sometimes Lu Xuanyu acts like a strict master, criticizing Hisako's careless mistakes;

Sometimes he's like the older brother next door, always playing pranks on Hisako.

Sometimes, like a caring friend, I would treat her to homemade pastries after school...

“Master Xuanyu, I’m actually not that smart.”

"My learning speed is very slow, and I still have only a superficial understanding of many medicinal diets."

"us……"

Hisako seemed to be rambling incoherently.

Couldn't Lu Xuanyu hear the reluctance and desire in her words to keep her?

"Today is the last class. Let's review what I've taught you."

"Turn around and start with the degree on your back."

Lu Xuanyu deliberately didn't continue what Hisako had to say.

That's exactly the kind of emotion he wanted to gradually build up!

"Yes... Master Xuan Yu."

Hisako slowly turned around, unsure of how to talk to Lu Xuanyu.

I can only focus on my studies for now, so as not to waste this "last class".

……

What degree is this?

"throttle!"

"What about here?"

"Soul Gate!"

"Very good, continue, here?"

"Qi Haiyu!"

"Not bad, but it's a pity that even with the towel, I still can't tell you exactly where your degree is."

Lu Xuanyu's tone carried a hint of regret.

Hisako Shinoto tilted her head slightly, not turning it completely around.

My heart is filled with regret and loss, and reluctance to part with the last moments.

Then I heard Lu Xuanyu express his regret...

"Master can only... can only see his back."

"Don't look...look elsewhere."

Hisako reached her hand into the pool, and ripples gradually spread out.

Immediately afterwards, the bath towel floated onto the surface of the pool, like a hot air balloon that had lost its flame.

Hisako immediately scooped it back and covered its front.

She revealed her smooth, clean back to Lu Xuanyu.