The person who likes me is a yandere.

The gloomy summer vacation is over, but starting tomorrow, an even more gloomy school life will begin.

I glanced at the alarm clock on the bed; it was 2 a.m. Ah, it doesn't start tomorrow, it starts today.

"Maybe a meteorite or something will smash the school," I couldn't help but think.

Chapter 5 Kato Megumi

The next day, naturally no meteorite hit the school, but of course, such negative thoughts should be quickly banished from your mind!

With a lot of negative emotions swirling in my heart, I rode my bike to school. When I arrived at my classroom, I saw that Aki Tomoya hadn't come yet. I guess he was watching anime late into the night, otherwise there would be no reason for him not to come. But I'm used to it by now!

I had just sat down when a group of boys surrounded me. I think it's because I left early yesterday!

Even though these accusations were meant as jokes, I still had to pretend. So, I could only apologize with a forced smile as I sat down in my seat. Honestly, it's exhausting to be constantly bothered by this kind of thing. It would be really bothersome if someone asked, "What was that urgent matter you mentioned yesterday?" So, I'll just pretend to sleep to pass the time. I thought to myself as I slumped onto the table.

"Qianyu-kun!"

A soft female voice came to my ear. I opened my eyes slightly and saw that it was a young girl with regular features, a medium height, and fair skin. She had curves in all the right places and was quite cute.

But why can't I remember her name? Logically speaking, I should have a deep impression of such a beautiful girl, but I can't remember her name even though I remember her.

"Um...who are you!?"

This is indeed a bit awkward. I seem to remember her as my deskmate, but why can't I remember her name?

"My name is Kato Megumi! I didn't expect that you wouldn't remember my name either, Asagami-kun!" Kato Megumi's voice was indifferent, but there was still a hint of reproach in it. This was indeed embarrassing, after all, she was my deskmate, and I didn't even remember her name!

"Uh, no, rather than saying I can't remember, actually I..." I was about to explain when Kato Megumi spoke first!

"It's okay, I understand. It seems that Qianyu really doesn't remember me!"

This made me even more embarrassed. Because Kato Megumi's expression was so nonchalant, I couldn't figure out what she was thinking at all, and subconsciously assumed that she was angry.

But that's normal. I've been her deskmate for several days and I don't even remember her name. That would be a bit too rude!

"I'm so sorry!" I apologized to her with a wry smile.

"It's okay, but did I disturb your sleep just now?"

Kato Megumi, being very perceptive, waved her hand to indicate that she didn't mind. Although I hadn't known her for long, I quickly figured out what kind of personality she had. For example, if you struck up a conversation with her, even about the most boring topics, she would chime in and answer. That was a very good personality!

"No, it's nothing. But Kato Megumi, is there something you need from me?" Even though she's my deskmate, she's never spoken to me before. Otherwise, how could I not remember her? Plus, she seems to have a good relationship with Tohka. I can probably guess why she took the initiative to talk to me!

"Actually, it's about Tohka-san..."

See? It was definitely because of Tohka! I didn't even need to guess. From now on, call me the Prophet!

After all, my attitude yesterday was like that of a stranger; there was no comfort, not even a greeting. Perhaps others would think I was a cold-blooded, heartless man who went home early because my personal matters were more important. While my behavior might be barely tolerable to other classmates, Tohka's best friend probably couldn't stand it anymore.

Don't think I'm just guessing; it's all perfectly reasonable. But don't underestimate me either. I knew some people would dislike me and try to find fault with me today, so I already prepared various countermeasures yesterday. So, let the storm rage on!

Did you text Tohka yesterday?

Huh? What kind of attack is this?

"Is there such a question?"

"Uh, sorry, I was just talking to myself!"

Seeing Kato Megumi's harmless appearance, and with the storm I had anticipated already subsided before it even arrived, I couldn't help but feel like I had punched a cotton ball. But even so, I couldn't show that I had lost face. What should I say at this moment?

"Yes, I didn't send it. I'm very sorry."

Although this question is harmless, I still want to answer it.

Actually, ever since Tohka lost her memory, I haven't known what to do. After all, I feel that our relationship seems fake, and I really feel that I should say something, but I don't know what to say. I've been agonizing over this for a long time and ended up missing the best opportunity to send a message.

"It's okay, I'm not blaming you!"

Kato Megumi smiled gently and waved her hand, denying my idea!

"Has anything happened since I left yesterday?"

"No, not at all. All the students who stayed introduced themselves to her, and it felt like she was getting to know all her classmates again. Actually, I was worried that she would change a lot after losing her memory. But seeing how calm she was yesterday scared me."

"It's been almost a month since she lost her memory, she should be used to it by now!"

We talked about very trivial things, which made me feel like I was back in the summer when the topic of 'amnesia' was everywhere. The bell rang for class, and after Kato Megumi said goodbye, she sat down in the seat next to me. Since Japanese classrooms have single desks, we weren't exactly deskmates!

Just then, before the homeroom teacher entered the classroom, Aki Tomoya rushed into the classroom like the wind, and then exchanged a glance with me as a greeting. To be honest, Japanese classes are very boring, and I was almost dozing off!

Tohka, who was at the center of all the conversation, didn't appear in the classroom until almost the end of the first class because of her hospital treatment.

Yesterday, the 'Tohka' virus, which was like a plague, did not recede at all. Instead, it became even more rampant. Today, almost as soon as get out of class ended, a group of people surrounded Tohka's desk. She continued to be cared for by all sorts of people.

"Tohka, do you know where the restroom is? Do you want me to come with you?"

"No need, it's fine."

"Tohka, did you remember what was taught? Do you want me to teach you?"

"No need, it's fine."

"Tohka-kun, let's have lunch together? Come over here~"

"No need, it's fine."

No, let's each eat lunch separately...

On Tohka's second day at school, everyone was even more concerned about her than on the first day. Looking around, the girls surrounding Tohka were asking her all sorts of questions.

Although the person involved didn't react much and seemed a bit indifferent, she wasn't the type to be good at handling interpersonal relationships or to deliberately try to please others. Therefore, this attitude didn't feel out of place.

She studies diligently in class, and during breaks, she takes it for granted to chat and laugh with Kato Megumi, or play on her phone.

Amnesia is like lying, and Tohka lives her daily life peacefully.

As it turned out, all the girls in the class were wrong. Tohka didn't ask anyone for help and tackled the school's courses on her own.

Chapter Six: I Could Not Rebut It

You should ask me what I've been doing all this time. Of course, I've been pretending to sleep, go to the bathroom, take walks around school, and so on—using every trick in the book to appear busy during breaks. If I showed even the slightest bit of leisure, I know I'd be relentlessly lectured by my classmates.

"Your girlfriend, Tohka-chan, has lost her memory. How pitiful! Go and comfort her!"

"Go and talk to her, try to put her at ease!"

"Don't worry, we, your best buddies, will protect your safety in secret!"

Yes, that's pretty much what everyone says. I'm sorry, but please don't drag me into this to satisfy everyone's curiosity.

But finally, during a lunch break, a sound came that seemed to shatter my peaceful life.

"Hey, Asagao-kun, have you spoken to Tohka-san?"

Just as I was about to make my escape, a pair of hands pulled me back to the spot. I turned around and saw that it was the notorious bully in our class, who was looking at me with a nosy look on his face!

It seems there's no escaping it. He's notorious for being a busybody, and I've already been caught by him. I can only sigh silently!

"No, I was just about to tell her..." I tried to use ambiguity to lower her guard, and then slip away!

"Hey, you can't be like this! Your beautiful girlfriend has lost her memory and you're not even going to care!"

As if I had been stung, all I could do was respond with a fawning smile.

Next, I thought that the time had finally come to change the subject and escape to another place, but the other party's meddling far exceeded my expectations.

"Tohka-san, Asahi just said she has something she wants to tell you!"

My lips twitched slightly. His voice was already very loud, and almost the entire class heard him as soon as he finished speaking. All eyes turned to me, and most of them were watching me with a gossipy look, wondering what I would say. The guy's smug face, which had been full of "I'm very good at reading people," also realized the awkward situation and froze.

Tohka stared at me intently, remaining seated in her chair. She turned to look at my face, and sure enough, it was exactly the same as before. My hands suddenly turned ice-cold from nervousness.

The silence lasted for a while, then the students started making noise again. A large group of them stared at me intently. I composed myself before speaking.

"It's nothing, this guy was just talking nonsense, everyone please continue..."

I tried to brush it off with a smile, but the guy, who thought he was being incredibly friendly and had deliberately led us into a conversation, suddenly voiced his displeasure. All I could do was smile and apologize.

For a while afterward, I became the center of attention in the class. They were all waiting for me to say something, but they were disappointed. I didn't say a word and remained silent all morning!

At the end of the fourth period in the morning, Yamada's homeroom teacher said something inexplicably.

"Okay, that's all for today's class meeting. Tohka and Asahi, come to my office!"

This surprised me and made me ask a question. After saying something that was actually extremely cruel to me in a very ordinary tone, Mr. Yamada left the classroom.

At the same time, the surrounding area instantly erupted in excitement.

"What? Both of you were called away at the same time?"

"My God, what on earth happened?"

Why were they both called away together?

"Could it be an impure relationship between the sexes!?"

I was surrounded by classmates who were spouting all sorts of wild and fantastical speculations. Just then, Tohka, one of the people involved, squeezed next to me, and the other classmates quickly made way for her. She was the only one left standing in front of my seat.

“Qianyu Jun”.

I didn't expect her to suddenly call my name, and I froze on the spot.

"Qianyu-kun?"

"Ok!"

Qianyu-kun. It's the same way you always address me.

Her hands, holding the schoolbag, were trembling. Oh no, she hadn't expected this at all.

To be honest, although I was prepared for what my classmates would say, I didn't prepare at all for the most important person in person. That's because all I could think about was running away.

"Our homeroom teacher, Mr. Yamada, wants to see us. Let's go to his office together!"

My brain was a little fuzzy, but I quickly recovered and followed behind her.

I wondered if she still remembered where the teachers' office was. But Tohka led me safely to the teachers' office without any hesitation.

When the two of us arrived at the office, we saw Mr. Yamada slurping down something like ramen. It was a rather strange lunch.

He's clearly handsome, not very old, and has a gentle personality, yet he's willingly degenerated into this state!

"Mr. Yamada!"