The Hikigaya couple's youthful love story is definitely not a problem.

He then hurriedly closed the window and instructed the driver to drive away.

Once Yukino's car was out of sight, Hachiman, who was standing still, pulled Komachi along and headed home.

Chapter Twenty-Four: The midterm exams were fast approaching without us even realizing it.

Hachiman opened the door to the clubroom, where Yukino and Yui were already seated.

When Yukino saw Hachiman enter, she blushed slightly, probably because she remembered that not only did she have a hemorrhage after sleeping with him yesterday, but she had also been seen naked by the guy in front of her.

Oh, Yui is actually reading a book? That's rare to see.

Hachiman marveled.

Ugh~ Don't even mention it, the midterm exams are coming up soon.

Yui lay on the table, rubbing her hair with a troubled expression.

If that's the case, it really is coming soon; it seems like only a week is left.

Hachiman put down his schoolbag and tapped the table with his index finger.

Hey, why does Xiaoqi seem so unhurried?

Yui was somewhat puzzled.

Don't be fooled by his seemingly idle appearance; this guy actually ranks third in Chinese literature.

Yukino, who was watching the paperback book from the side, suddenly spoke up.

Second is Hayama, and first is the ice beauty right in front of you.

Hachiman continued Yukino's words.

"What? So I'm the only one worrying about this?" Yui groaned.

Those who can get into Zongwu High School all have very high deviation scores, so they generally don't worry about grades or anything like that.

Hachiman said casually.

"Hey! What do you mean by this, Hachiman? I got in through my own hard work!" Yui glared at Hachiman.

"I didn't say you weren't, did I?" Hachiman looked at the girl in front of him, somewhat bewildered, as if she were a dog whose tail had been stepped on.

Ugh, I have a feeling I'm doomed for this exam.

I was planning to study this weekend, but I ended up going out and having fun for two days instead.

Yui said, sounding utterly hopeless.

Well, this isn't anyone's fault, is it? Wasn't it you, Yui, who suggested we go out and have fun? Yukino added without any hesitation.

Poor Miss Tuanzi clutched her chest and collapsed.

Okay, stop doing that.

Yukino patted Yui's back, which had become a plaster statue.

At worst, we'll study with you.

While comforting Yui, Yukino also gave Hachiman a meaningful look.

Huh? Oh! Right, right, at worst, the two of us will help you study.

Hachiman paused for a moment, but years of tacit understanding made him instantly understand Yukino's meaning, so he quickly started to persuade Yui as well.

Wow~ Really? Xiaoxue and Xiaoqi, you guys are so good to me.

Poor Yui had no idea that the two people in front of her had already been completely naked except for the final step.

"So, what do we do now?" Hachiman asked Yukino after he finished speaking.

Review.

As Yukino spoke, she took out her earphones.

He took out his phone and tapped away on the screen, then plugged in his earphones, tested the volume, nodded in satisfaction, and continued reading the book in front of him.

Hachiman also took out his Bluetooth earphones from his pocket and continued listening to music.

Yui was stunned as she looked at the two unusually in sync in front of her.

Didn't you say you'd study with me? Why are you all listening to music?

But that's what I usually do when I'm reading; I can hear all the noise right away.

Yukino explained.

Yes, that's right, that's exactly it.

Hachiman echoed this.

And when it comes to reviewing, it depends on yourself. Just ask if you don't understand anything.

Well, okayヽ￣д￣；ノ

Yui casually took a book out of her bag and started flipping through it, but after a while, she looked troubled.

Little Enterprise~ What is this?

What? Let me see.

As he spoke, Hachiman took the book from Yui's hand.

Huh? What is this? Newton's Third Law? Hachiman looked at the physics book in front of him and felt a bit overwhelmed.

Well, I've already decided to choose humanities. You can ask Yukinoshita about that.

Yukino rolled her eyes, took the book from the silly little dumpling's hand, and patiently began to explain.

After a while, Hachiman also began to doubt how this dumpling in front of him had gotten into Soubu High School. They talked about the same few points over and over again until their throats were dry, but he just couldn't learn them.

Yukino slumped into her chair in despair, covering her forehead with her hand.

Meanwhile, Yui across from her slumped dejectedly onto the table.

Waaah~ Xiaoxue, I feel so useless.

The girl said, sounding aggrieved.

Alright, it's only been a short time. If high school were that easy to learn, there would be no need to spend three years studying it.

As he spoke, Hachiman took out the baked cookies from Yukino's bag, arranged them on a plate, and placed them in front of the three of them.

I don't know how to brew black tea, so I'll have to trouble you.

Hachiman gave Yukino his orders without any hesitation.

This tone made Yukino extremely unhappy. She glared at him like a little woman, and then obediently went to get the tea set stored in the cabinet.

Yukino placed a cup of black tea with condensed milk in front of Hachiman, casually added a spoonful and a half of sugar to Yui's cup, and without noticing the girl's surprised expression, closed her eyes and savored the slightly bitter tea in her hand.

Xiaoxue's sugar was just the right amount.

Yui squinted as she took a sip of black tea.

Upon hearing this, Yukino's eyelashes trembled slightly, and she slowly opened her eyes, saying with a calm smile: "Is that so? I'm glad you like it."

Seeing Yukino's composure, Yui dispelled her doubts.

I have a feeling that you two are hiding something from me.

The girl, with her exceptionally keen sixth sense, continued to probe with her words.

What could possibly be wrong? You should worry about yourself.

Facing these two award-winning actors, the naive girl couldn't see any flaws at all.

Ah, stop talking. I've given up all hope for this exam.

Desperate, Yui had given up struggling and lay limply like a salted fish, her eyes lifeless.

Okay, stop it. There's still plenty of time. At worst, Yukino and I will study with you for the next few days.

Hachiman comforted the salted fish.

That night, Hachiman had just finished taking a bath and was drying his hair with a towel.

He took out his phone, thought for a moment, and then sent a text message to Yukino.

what are you doing?

I just finished showering and I was wondering when you would text me.

Yukino replied instantly.

Huh? Hachiman felt like he'd been flirted with in return.

Hmm~ What do you want from me? You missed me so soon? Hachiman is like a little kid.

Even through the screen, Hachiman could feel that this guy was flirting with him.

It's nothing, just reminding you to be careful, or you might spill it all over the bed again.

"Get out!" Upon seeing this message from Hachiman on the screen, Yukino curled up her little feet, covered her face, and rolled around on the bed.

On another note, are you in pain?

A little.....

Judging from your unguarded behavior yesterday, things are probably going to be more stable in the future.

.....

Okay, I'll take some time to help you get better. Your health is the most important thing.

"Hmm..." Yukino replied with this sentence and then fell silent.

Hachiman, who originally wanted to discuss with Yukino how to deal with Yui, saw that there was no reply to his message and finally said, "I'll come to see you tomorrow."

Then I turned off my phone, switched off the lights in the room, and closed my eyes. Soon after, I could hear my even and slow breathing.

Just then, my phone beeped with a text message notification. On the lit screen, there were only three words: "Okay, goodnight."

Chapter Twenty-Five: Laughter from three people echoed through the Service Department.