As the savior, I only want to play single-player games.

The rooftop is empty and deserted, making it the perfect location for a conversation; no wonder some undercover agents also like this place.

Kagura Tendo casually closed the door, looked at Hiratsuka Shizuka standing in front of him with a puzzled expression, and asked, "Is there something you need, teacher?"

Seeing that Kagura Tendo was completely unharmed, Shizuka Hiratsuka clenched her fist and realized that Kagura Tendo was full of openings. She wondered how confident she was that if she used her fighting skills and made sure she didn't leave any marks, she could beat Kagura Tendo into begging for mercy.

She originally wanted to be a kind and approachable teacher who could help students through their troubles and was deeply trusted by them—that was her initial intention when she took the job.

But after teaching students for so many years, Hiratsuka Shizuka gradually realized that reasoning with some people was not an option; it would make her look extremely stupid.

Hiratsuka Shizuka remained silent, but her eyes held a dangerous glint in them.

Kagura Tendou frowned, sensing the approaching danger, and decided that this place was not a safe place to stay.

"Hiratsuka-sensei, if there's nothing else, I'll be leaving now."

Tendou Kagura turned and left.

"You can't go."

Hiratsuka Shizuka frowned, feeling quite displeased. This guy wasn't good at academics, but he was very perceptive and observant. He was usually neither arrogant nor humble, and he wouldn't be swayed by either soft or hard approaches. He was never stubborn when things were settled and would always listen to advice to avoid bigger conflicts. However, if things didn't go his way, he would slip away without a trace. If he dyed his hair blonde, he would definitely be the most troublesome troublemaker for teachers.

The problem is, she doesn't think Kagura is a bad guy. Even if she thinks Kagura will be a terrorist in the future, he is just a high school student at the moment, and he is just too withdrawn.

So he secretly asked many of his close students to talk to him and try to improve his situation, but the responses were not encouraging.

Talking to Tiandao? Teacher, you're joking.

Spare me, I'm like a monkey jumping around him, I can't even get a shred of his attention.

What?! You not only don't object to me dating Kagura Tendo, you even support me! Yay!

The last one has vanished without a trace...

Despite all her efforts, Hiratsuka Shizuka couldn't see any improvement in Tendo Kagura—she did cut her hair, but it was of no use. Why don't you talk to other people more!

She vaguely understood Tendo Kagura's family background and also learned about Tendo Kagura's past living environment through Yoko.

Nightclubs, bars, living in Kabukicho, chaotic private life...

Hiratsuka Shizuka gritted her teeth in hatred. That bastard not only delayed Yoko's life, but also ruined her child like this. If that woman were still alive, she would definitely punch her. She has connections in the police station, so she's not afraid of being beaten. At most, she'll be suspended for half a month. She just wants to vent her anger.

Giving birth without raising is garbage; raising without educating is equally garbage.

Unfortunately, the woman was already dead, and he couldn't even muster a sigh of relief.

She currently has two possible interpretations: one is that Kagura Tendo might be engaging in self-harm, and in a very serious manner; the other is that someone is coercing him, and he might be doing something dangerous.

That appearance clearly indicated excessive blood loss. However, a normal person would not lose a large amount of blood for no reason. Just because she didn't see any wounds last time doesn't mean there weren't any; they might be in other parts of the body.

Kagura Tendou stopped at the rooftop entrance, her hand hovering over the doorknob, ready to pull it open, but she didn't.

If Hiratsuka Shizuka were to say a few seconds, he really would storm out.

However, she had clearly told him to stop, so Tendo Kagura did not ignore her and chose to stand still, otherwise it would be impolite.

He respected Hiratsuka Shizuka, but hoped she would mind her own business, but first he had to prove he wasn't a problem student.

He can't even prove E=MC2, so how could he possibly prove that he doesn't need anyone's help?

He had a lot of complaints about Yoko, feeling that she shouldn't have asked Hiratsuka Shizuka for help, but Yoko meant well, so she shouldn't have ended up being blamed by him.

Then Tendo Kagura realized that she might actually have some problems.

He couldn't find any goals in the real world, unlike the node world where he could come and go freely. He also had to take care of Suzuka, otherwise he would have skipped class long ago to save the world.

In fact, he could also remind other countries and issue a warning signal: if they don't believe him, he could cut down the Statue of Liberty; if they still don't believe him, he could burn down the White House. Whether there are any losses or not is not important; the main point is to raise awareness among all countries. It's all for the common good of humanity, and I believe people from all countries will understand his actions.

Those who break my heart must die: Chapter 30: What's on the other side of the sky?

But what happens after all that?

It's useless. Facts have proven that human authorities are no match for natural disasters. Without high-end combat capabilities, they can only become lambs to the slaughter.

At most, they could emulate Shangyang and the Prophet, eliminate all the high-ranking officials, raise a resistance army, and then use the power of spiritualists to brainwash all of humanity...

Should we repeat the same path as the second node?

There is a second, impassable path—defending against enemies outside the world.

Now, with a global crisis looming and the second node already collapsed, he is discussing his mental health issues with a teacher who is worried about him.

This is true magical realism.

Meanwhile, Hiratsuka Shizuka was also trying to suppress her inner turmoil. At this moment, she had to be patient. Since they were having a serious discussion, there was no need to resort to physical violence, as she was worried about hurting Tendo Kagura's fragile and sensitive spirit.

She took a cigarette out of her pocket with her right hand, lit it, took a deep drag, and exhaled a cloud of smoke, saying, "Kagura, I think if you encounter any problems, you can ask someone around you for help, like me..."

Now that they'd been given a chance to negotiate, Tendou Kagura wasn't in a hurry to leave.

He does have a problem, and he's feeling lost right now. He's under a lot of pressure, which is causing him constant torment, and he doesn't know what to do.

Kagura Tendo quietly asked, "Teacher, even if we tell the people around us about those issues, what will happen? Will it just cause one more person trouble?"

“Adults have more social experience than you high school students,” Hiratsuka Shizuka gently persuaded.

Instead of talking about her seniority and making Hiratsuka Shizuka understand that she was already very mature, Tendo Kagura said directly, "Then you must have encountered many more problems than us."

There's really no way to refute Hiratsuka Shizuka's statement.

Kagura Tendo continued, "Problems that adults encounter are probably unsolvable by high school students, but are problems that high school students encounter necessarily solvable by adults?"

Upon hearing this, Hiratsuka Shizuka paused for a moment, naturally not daring to make any guarantees.

"At least this way you'll know you're not alone."

Adolescents are generally sensitive and melancholic, and coupled with traditional culture, they are very prone to getting caught up in self-struggle. If not handled properly, this can lead to a large number of people suffering from depression.

She always thought that Kagura Tendo was the best of the best, and she wouldn't be surprised if she drove herself crazy one day.

On the contrary, there's no need to worry about Hachiman; that guy is just a bit odd.

"The more humanity knows, the more despair it will feel. When the bloody truth of the world is laid bare before humanity, how many can accept it?" Kagura Tendo murmured. "If they knew the world was about to perish, what could humanity do in that short time?"

Hiratsuka Shizuka revealed a certain look in her eyes. When a high school student talks at length about humanity, the world, life and death, despair, and so on, and she pretends to be pessimistic and world-weary... then he probably has some serious illness.

But unlike Hikigaya's affected manner, Hiratsuka Shizuka discovered that Tendo Kagura genuinely believed it.

So he really does have a serious illness.

Hiratsuka Shizuka took another drag of her cigarette: "High school students should just focus on their studies. The fate of the world has nothing to do with you. If the sky falls, there are always tall people to hold it up."

"That's the problem. What if the tall guy himself is also confused? His strength is not enough to withstand the fate of the whole world. Besides, what if he has other things to do?" In the past, he descended to other worlds. Although he felt a sense of shared sorrow, he actually only regarded it as a personal adventure at most.

But now the pressure has reached the real world.

Kagura Tendou recalled Zifeng's words once again: "You die for your world, I die for mine..."

It seems ordinary at first glance, but upon closer examination, it feels extremely generous and tragic.

He is Tendo Kagura, and he can die here. But as Tendo Kagura, he is also a transmigrator and a savior. Therefore, he has no obligation to die in this world—he can also die in another world. So Tendo Kagura has never been opposed to his own death.

He was only responsible for moving forward, fighting, and saving the world, experiencing much more.

The future of the second node and the real world is extremely uncertain, and he can't see the road ahead, but he never thought of stopping his steps.

But now he is hesitant, wondering whether he should return to the second node.

If something unexpected happens and someone dies there, what will their fate be in the real world?

Hiratsuka Shizuka felt that Tendo Kagura's question was crucial, so she carefully replied, "Then just try your best to live. After all, not all stories have a perfect ending, and it's not shameful to ask others for help occasionally."

But the savior... cannot call for help...

He was accustomed to silence and rarely made any physical movements. He stood upright like a pine tree, his cold and stern face like an unyielding sculpture.

"Teachers are mature and know that even adults can't properly solve all problems," Kagura Tendo said quietly. For example, the Service Club has very high ideals, and Yukinoshita tries to change the world, but unfortunately she is not Shoyo, and she has never really solved any problems, or rather, those problems are not really problems.

Because teenagers don't really have any real problems; most of their issues stem from overly biased views. The conflicts that arise from this may seem sharp, but if you broaden your perspective, you'll easily see that this is actually an inevitable part of growing up.

So Hiratsuka Shizuka probably thinks the same way about herself.

He didn't get any inspiration from Hiratsuka Shizuka. This kind of problem was unsolvable. He was actually prepared to die either way, but he still had concerns.

Life is a dilemma.

“But adults can handle more things than you can,” Hiratsuka Shizuka said.

Kagura gazed at Shizuka Hiratsuka's beautiful face. She truly was a beauty. Approaching thirty wasn't old; she was simply becoming more mature. Her features were well-proportioned and elegant, her face bright and gentle, possessing the traditional characteristics of an Eastern beauty. But alas, roses have thorns, and no one would pluck them.

This is probably something that troubles her as well.

Seeing that Kagura Tendo's expression was normal and that she was just staring at him, Hiratsuka Shizuka frowned slightly, took another drag of her cigarette, and gently exhaled it: "So, I hope you can have a good talk with me, Kagura."

She was truly open and honest. Although she had often consulted with Tendo Kagura about life before, this was the first time she had done it so seriously. If she failed again this time, she would have to tell Yoko about Kagura's situation and, after obtaining her consent, directly force Tendo Kagura to be sent to the hospital for a complete physical and mental examination. She couldn't let things continue like this.

Even if it leaves her with the bad reputation of a violent teacher, she must first ensure that her students are not hurt.

Kagura Tendo had no aversion to Shizuka Hiratsuka. He looked up at the sky and saw a lone white cloud standing alone in the vast expanse above, drifting with the wind.

If we were to see the child at this moment, what would we see?

Tendou Kagura couldn't help but think this way.

He began, "Hiratsuka-sensei, you will soon find out exactly what the problem I'm facing is... I promise."

Hiratsuka Shizuka caught a glimpse of helplessness and sorrow in Tendo Kagura's face, but she didn't understand it at the moment. She just felt that Tendo Kagura had mental problems, so she followed his gaze and saw the vast sky above.

Any deep and vast space always gives people an extremely beautiful and awe-inspiring feeling.

It's different from the boundless starry sky twinkling under the dark night sky; it's a different feeling altogether. Gazing at the sky, it's as if one's entire soul is purified and elevated.

What lies in the sky above?

Hiratsuka Shizuka didn't know why this thought popped into her head, but when she realized it, she couldn't help but chuckle to herself, wondering when she had become so childish.

This is a question only a child would ask.

Gazing at Hiratsuka Shizuka's fair profile, Tendo Kagura suddenly said, "Hiratsuka-sensei is a very gentle person."

"Hey, you found out even though I was hiding so well." Hiratsuka Shizuka didn't seem to care. Over the years, she had heard all sorts of nice things.

Kagura Tendo smiled faintly, a slight curve appearing at the corners of her lips. Her features softened abruptly, becoming extremely gentle, like ice melting into a gentle stream, or like a fleeting, elegant smile blooming, yet unseen by anyone.

"Teacher, I won't go to the Service Department today."

Hiratsuka Shizuka nodded subconsciously, but then realized what was going on. "Wow, that explains why you suddenly praised me."