The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

Miko seemed worried about angering Kiana, and hurriedly raised her head to try to argue.

Before she could say anything, a fair and warm hand gently rested on her head.

"Although I don't know what Secretary Fujiwara said to you, I think it must have been something that could easily be misunderstood, right?"

"Uh... misunderstanding? You mean, senior, I misunderstood you?"

Miko blushed as her head was patted, and she dared not look Kiana in the eye.

It's hard to imagine that she, who could previously lecture people with such righteous indignation, would be so shy at this moment.

Kiana was truly unsure whether to laugh or be annoyed by this contrast, so she slowly began to explain:

"Otherwise what? I just...want to be friends with you and get to know you better, right?"

"Eh, really not... Is it because of your country's customs that you have unrealistic fantasies about... people who shouldn't be your romantic partners?"

Ah, very good.

There's no need to guess anymore; Secretary Fujiwara is definitely talking nonsense!

Kiana, both amused and exasperated, withdrew her hand. The image of Fujiwara's shy smile flashed through her mind, and she said, with a mixture of感慨 (gǎnkǎi, a feeling of deep emotion) and 怨怨 (yuànyuàn, a feeling of complaint or resentment):

"I'm getting more and more curious, what did Secretary Fujiwara say to you..."

The Troubles of a New Student Council Member (Kaguya-sama: Love Is War): Chapter 25 This Transfer Student is Dangerous!

Sports equipment warehouse.

Miko smoothed her hair and said in an extremely calm tone:

"What Fujiwara-senpai said isn't really important, is it? What I really care about is Kiana-senpai..."

"You don't need to call me senpai. Rather... why do you all always think of me as senpai?"

Kiana was speechless at being misunderstood one after another.

I was clearly in the same grade as her, yet I was being called "senpai" (senior).

Do I really look that old?

"Huh? Isn't that right?"

Upon hearing Kiana's rebuttal, Miko looked puzzled.

She didn't understand why Kiana would say that.

After hearing the other party's answer, she sighed and stroked her chin, somewhat speechless.

"So that's how it is? How humiliating... I never thought I'd actually listen to rumors and gossip..."

The reason why Miko thought Kiana was a senior who was a year older than her was because other people said the same thing.

She felt that no matter what anyone said, no one could be more confused than her, right?

But things have turned out quite differently, judging by this situation...

Surprisingly, everyone unanimously agreed on a mistake...

"It's unbelievable that the truth is right there, yet no one pays attention."

After thinking for a while, Miko suddenly realized that the truth her father had once told her was absolutely right.

She let out a long sigh, then looked calmly at the white-haired girl in front of her.

"Well then, Kiana, I'm so sorry, I can't accept your feelings. I'm truly sorry!"

After saying that, she lowered her head again, clearly unaware of what she had just said.

I reenacted the mistake myself...

"this..."

Kiana was truly amazed by Miko's second rejection.

But thinking about it, it makes sense; she didn't explain this to her clearly.

Instead, it explained some trivial matters that didn't need to be explained at all.

"Actually, I'm not as strange as you think."

Kiana coughed and then gave a brief self-introduction.

Of course, this is a perfectly normal self-introduction.

This is definitely not the kind of introduction that leaves a lasting impression on people, like before!

In short, after the explanation, Miko realized with surprise.

Did I overthink things?

"I'm so sorry! I thought Fujiwara-senpai meant that, but it turns out... Kiana, you just wanted to be friends with me?"

"Hmm, I'm really curious... what exactly did Secretary Fujiwara say to you?"

These words truly came from Kiana's heart.

She was genuinely curious about what Secretary Fujiwara had said that could cause such a misunderstanding.

They would think they were about to devour this righteous young woman!

"It's nothing, it's just... I'm sorry, it's all my fault. I shouldn't have tried to decipher the deeper meaning behind your words!"

Seeing that Kiana looked angry, Miko immediately lowered her head and continued to apologize.

It seemed that all the mistakes were indeed caused by her.

Kiana was slightly surprised by this sight, but she didn't say much, and simply slowly stretched out her hand.

"So... now that the misunderstanding is cleared up, let's have a proper chat. Can we be friends, Miko-san...?"

"Okay, Kiana."

After making a minor blunder, Miko finally came to her senses and politely agreed to Kiana's request.

She didn't dislike the white-haired girl.

Rather, it's more like... a bit of longing...

Not only is she beautiful, but she also comes from a wealthy and powerful family, and even her physical abilities are top-notch.

That sprinting speed was so fast, it could practically set a new record.

But putting all those external factors aside, what Miko liked most were those bright, sparkling eyes...

"He exudes such presence...he's just like a father figure..."

She stole glances at Kiana's eyes, and for a moment was even captivated by that incomparably majestic gaze.

These eyes are dignified yet approachable, as if they will never lose their way.

They seem to possess the courage to pronounce judgment on all wrongdoing and evil.

It's just...so captivating.

"Mizi? Mizi!"

"Eh? Is there something you need, Kiana?"

Interrupted from peeping, Miko lowered her head in embarrassment, and couldn't help but grab her skirt and rub it.

Her cheeks, flushed with extreme shyness, seemed to foreshadow the fluttering in her heart...

"That's strange, are you... sick?"

Because Miko is a rather short girl, Kiana needs to lower her head slightly to see her clearly.

This absurd height difference made Miko feel embarrassed.

"No! No, well... if there's nothing else, I'll be leaving now! Hmph, the president still has so much work to finish, I can't let him get away!"

After revealing the name of the guild master Shirogane to cover up her embarrassment, Miko turned around and tried to escape.

For some reason, she wasn't very good at dealing with Kiana.

Perhaps because of the height difference, she felt like she was facing her father, which made her really uncomfortable...

"Phew, dealing with the president and Kaguya was much easier... Ouch!"

Miko, who was about to leave, suddenly felt her delicate hand being grabbed.

At this moment, there is no one else in this sports equipment warehouse besides Kiana and himself.

In this way...

The one who grabbed your hand was...?

Startled, she quickly turned around and found that it was indeed true.

Kiana was staring at him with an utterly calm gaze...

"Why are you holding me? Please let go, Kiana."

"Uh... I probably can't do it. Why don't you stay here with me for a while, Miko?"

"What? What kind of incomprehensible request is this! It makes no sense! Please let me go, let go... Waaah! Let go!"

Despite Kiana's bullying, Miko did not sit idly by but actively tried to break free.

It was a success!

He exhausted himself and was panting heavily...

Only now did she realize that, apart from the huge height difference, there was something else between her and the white-haired girl.

There is still an insurmountable gap in physical fitness...

"Huff...huff..." Panting heavily, Miko weakly knelt down in front of Kiana. "Why are you so strong..."

Seeing that she had finally behaved herself, Kiana slowly squatted down and said in a slightly apologetic tone:

"No, it's just that you're too weak. Cough cough... I'm sorry I can't tell you why, but these days... I hope you can listen to me, okay?"

"Huh? Huh!!!"

Listen...be obedient?