The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

Kiana smiled at Secretary Fujiwara, then took her hand and pulled her to sit beside her, before slowly looking at Ishigami, who was slumped on the sofa opposite her.

Clearly, Ishigami was not happy about being called presumptuous.

"Huh? Why would you say that?"

"Because I know that you're actually afraid of Kaguya-sama, right?"

Upon hearing this, Ishigami, who had been somewhat nonchalant, immediately widened his eyes, as if he had discovered something that was difficult for him to understand.

"Why would you... say that? No, no, rather, why did you guess right?"

"Maybe it was just luck?"

Kiana exhaled a breath of stale air, then looked at the student council accountant in front of her with a relatively calm gaze.

She knew very well that this withdrawn man, who kept his heart closed off, was actually very afraid of being hurt.

So I sometimes have some strange worries.

He had previously been delusional, and Kaguya-sama wanted to kill him.

It wouldn't be surprising if these symptoms recurred now.

After all, he couldn't simply leave the club because Kaguya-sama was considerate of the president's feelings.

Now that someone has suddenly appeared out of nowhere, if he wants to get out unscathed... then leaving the position to me is the wisest course of action.

Unfortunately...

"I'm still not used to student council work, so I'll pass on accounting and stuff."

"Oh? I think you're perfectly capable of doing it..."

"Huh? You think so highly of me? This makes me feel embarrassed."

After all, although Kiana has been working hard these days, she also understands that her handling of student council affairs is at most limited to the level of effort.

However, it seems there was some misunderstanding, or perhaps it was because they needed something from me.

Shi Shang waved his hands repeatedly:

"No, no, no! I think you can do a better job than me, better than Secretary Fujiwara, and even better than Kaguya-sama!"

"Hey! Ishigami-kun, what you said hurts me!" Fujiwara, the innocent victim, waved her fist to express her dissatisfaction.

To be honest, Ishigami's statement is somewhat exaggerated.

Kiana just smiled and didn't reply.

She felt that bringing up a change of student council members at this critical juncture might disrupt the development of the subsequent plot.

So, let's just say something random to get rid of him...

However, just as Kiana was about to say something...

A cold light emanating from the student council gate caught her attention.

Kiana glanced sideways in the direction from which the cold light emanated and was surprised to find that at this moment...

Kaguya-sama was leaning against the door, casting an extremely cold gaze upon him!

And that extremely unfriendly gaze was directed at none other than Ishigami, who had just uttered those outrageous remarks...

Unfortunately, this poor accountant, who was not good at reading the room, did not notice Kaguya's almost murderous gaze.

Instead, he continued to chat leisurely with Secretary Fujiwara.

"Haha, are you sad because your shortcomings were pointed out? How childish~ Well then, transfer student, stop being modest and just take my place?"

After teasing Fujiwara, Ishigami began trying to persuade Kiana.

"If I don't do this, Kaguya-senpai will kill me one day! You see... that senpai is so fierce, and she has such a powerful background. If she keeps seeing me, what if she gets angry and knocks me unconscious and throws me into Tokyo Bay..."

It has to be said that his reckless and self-destructive behavior is both laughable and pathetic.

Unable to bear it any longer, Kiana could only cover her mouth:

"Cough cough!"

"Huh?" Ishigami narrowed his eyes, just about to ask Kiana why she was coughing.

"Oh dear, this is so heartbreaking, Ishigami-kun~~~ How could I possibly do something so terrible~"

The sudden, familiar voice left him frozen in place...

The Troubles of a New Student Council Member (Kaguya-sama: Love Is War): Chapter Seventeen Kaguya-sama: "Damn it, why... ugh!"

If, perhaps, should, there is nothing wrong with my ears.

So, is this Kaguya-sama's voice?

Shi Shang turned around, trembling, and was horrified to discover a terrifying sight that sent chills down his spine.

All he could see was that terrifyingly beautiful girl with red eyes, leaning against the door of the clubroom, looking at him calmly!

That ambiguous smile was like the grin of a vengeful demon...

terrible! ! !

"Alas!"

Ishigami covered his head and lay on the ground trembling like a criminal who had committed a serious crime.

His timid appearance initially led Kiana and Fujiwara to believe that he had actually committed a crime.

However, in reality, he had only said something ambiguous without realizing it.

But this is already an unforgivable crime!

"Ishigami-kun, please stand up."

As Kaguya's melancholic voice, tinged with deep meaning, rang out, Fujiwara Secretary finally realized her arrival. Seemingly oblivious to the atmosphere, she waved and said cheerfully:

"Oh! Kaguya-san, you've come!"

"hehe."

Despite being angry, he maintained a good relationship with Secretary Fujiwara and possessed excellent self-control.

Kaguya maintained her serene smile as she slowly entered the student council room.

Unfortunately, this only applies to Secretary Fujiwara.

The aura she exuded was so overwhelming that it gave the impression she could evaporate anyone on the spot...

"Do you think I'm not good enough for student council work?"

Kaguya, the young lady, gracefully took her seat in her usual spot, her demeanor and posture perfectly befitting a well-bred young lady from a wealthy family.

Such dignified behavior, for some reason, suddenly reminded Kiana of someone she used to know.

Ayaka Kamisato...

Both were ladies from noble families, but one possessed exceptional martial arts skills and could wield ice elemental power to defend herself.

One is of noble birth and can rely on the power of his family's vast financial group to accomplish some terrifying things that ordinary people cannot imagine.

For example...

Just as Ishigami had feared.

Pack people up and sink them in Tokyo Bay...

"Of course, that's impossible. After all, how could she... possibly do such a thing?"

Kiana exhaled a breath of stale air, finally clearing away all the random thoughts in her mind.

Then, she turned her gaze to the man who was crouching on the ground with his head in his hands, looking like a small-time thug who had offended a gang leader.

Ishigami Accounting...

"No, no, no! Absolutely not, absolutely not!"

Ishigami, the accountant, was so disgusted that he felt like dying because he never expected to provoke Kaguya-sama again.

In his view, this woman with black hair and red eyes was someone who absolutely, positively should not be provoked.

If one is not careful, it would be better to die outright; what if one ends up with an outcome worse than death...?

"Oh?"

Kaguya glanced at Ishigami, then said with a playful expression:

"So what you just said was just a joke? Oh dear, to use such a malicious joke to speak ill of a young girl, how utterly despicable!"

"Uh..."

Upon seeing this, Shi Shang straightened up decisively, knelt down, and then bowed his head.

I'm so sorry!!!

"hehe..."

Having barely managed to save face, Kaguya glanced at Kiana with a hint of relief before crossing her legs.

He rested his chin on one hand and gave Shi Shang an expression of extreme disgust and arrogance.

It must be said that, with her elegant demeanor and noble lineage, she fully utilized these advantages.

It gives people a feeling that is not just a sensory stimulation, but more of a sense of superiority and distinction derived from one's status.

Just like a queen...

At this moment, Ishigami was like a prisoner who had offended the queen, facing the constant risk of execution...

"I said, Ishigami-kun, please don't do that, okay? If you're wrong, shouldn't you loudly admit your mistake—!"

Clearly, because Ishigami was so cooperative, Kaguya-sama became a little carried away.

That's precisely why, despite her usually keen perception, she failed to notice someone outside the door who held a deep place in her heart...

At this moment, he was looking at the meeting room with a puzzled expression...

"What have you all been doing while I was away?"

Miyuki Shirogane stared at everyone in the room, especially at Kaguya-sama.