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In such a situation, the final decision on the location will inevitably result in more people being dissatisfied than satisfied, potentially adding a sense of frustration to what was originally a pleasant school trip.

“I was being inconsiderate, this is indeed inappropriate.” Yukino quickly offered a solution: “In that case, let’s change the approach. Instead of having each class discuss it separately, our student council will listen to everyone’s opinions, conduct thorough investigations, and take into account the budget, and then directly provide target candidate locations for everyone to vote on.”

“Hmm.” Gen Chiya nodded, this time agreeing with Yukino’s plan.

So Yukino lowered her head to take notes once again, and the matter was confirmed.

Yuan Qianye reminded him, "By the way, there's no need to rush to a conclusion on this matter. Firstly, there's still a long time before the event, and secondly, there's another matter we haven't confirmed yet."

Yukino understood what he meant: "So, you're choosing the partner schools for the joint event?"

"Yes."

Saeko took out some cookies she had made at home from the cupboard: "Indeed, we also have to consider the thoughts of the students at the schools we're collaborating with."

What they are talking about now is a formal announcement issued by the Japanese Ministry of Science and Technology and the Ministry of Education a few years ago, officially named the "Inter-school Collaborative Education Special Promotion Project".

Initially, this educational document was developed in Kyoto, and after seeing positive results, the Ministry of Education began to promote and implement it nationwide.

The initial intention behind introducing this policy was quite simple.

To address the issues of declining student enrollment and limited peer social interaction caused by the low birth rate, the above policies encourage and fund inter-school joint exchange activities led by high school student councils, simulating diverse collaborative scenarios and focusing on cultivating students' leadership, practical, and teamwork skills.

This is a good thing for both the school and the students, and the most direct benefit is that—

If the school can meet the above policy requirements for the activity, it will receive up to 20% of the funds as a subsidy afterward, which will be funded by the government to subsidize part of the students' transportation, accommodation, materials, insurance and other expenses during the activity.

For most families in the world, this kind of bargain is something they'd rather take advantage of.

Not everyone is like Saeko, Yukino, and Eriri, who were born into a wealthy family.

So now the question arises.

Yukino asked worriedly, "The training camp trip is tentatively scheduled for mid-December, but we still haven't decided on the schools to participate in the joint activities. Is there really enough time?"

Yuan Qianye, however, was confident: "Actually, I already have some specific ideas about this. After the meeting, I will visit other schools. If all goes well, we will be able to sit down with the student council members of those schools soon to discuss how to carry out the activities in December."

In short, don't worry, just wait for my message.

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Volume 2: Chapter 207: This Isn't the First Time

Regarding the selection of school representatives for the joint activities, Yuan Qianye easily took charge, saying that he could easily handle it himself.

After the twenty-minute meeting ended, he immediately ignored everything else, grabbed a Saeko heart-shaped cookie, and left.

Eriri became curious about which school he had chosen, but Chiyo simply laughed it off, saying, "It's not officially decided yet. I'd be embarrassed if we couldn't reach an agreement, so I'll tell you after it's officially decided."

Yukino, being the student council vice president, originally intended to act alongside Chiya Minamoto.

However, due to a rather coincidental timing, a student happened to be going to the Service Department, which was empty, and saw the sign at the door, so she came to the Student Council for help. Unable to get away, she had no choice but to give up.

So, after leaving the school gate, Yuan Qianye was driven alone to the final destination of his trip—Shuchiin Academy.

We arrived at exactly 5 p.m.

Shuchiin High School seems to let out a little later than Sobu High School, but the peak dismissal time has already passed.

In front of the grand European-style carved wrought iron gate, only a few students walked out slowly. Most of them had just finished participating in club activities or finished studying in the library.

The campus was quite quiet. The only slightly lively places were the distant playground, where the shouts and sounds of sports club members training could be faintly heard.

Chiya had already made an appointment for this afternoon's visit through the contact number published by Shuchiin Academy, so she easily obtained a "Visitor's Permit" at the security booth at the school gate and pinned it to her chest, and then walked directly into the school by herself.

It must be said that this historic school, which was originally founded to educate the children of Chinese and aristocratic families and is still a gathering place for the descendants of political and business elites, exudes a completely different atmosphere from ordinary high schools, both in terms of its external grandeur and internal ambiance.

The campus covers a vast area with excellent greenery. The buildings, which are predominantly in a classical European style, are solemn and elegant. Everywhere you look, you can see meticulously manicured lawns, rare ornamental flowers, and beautifully designed circular fountains, all of which demonstrate the profound financial background and luxurious style behind it.

Even some students who passed by from time to time, several of whom clearly saw that Yuan Qianye seemed to have recognized them, all remained quite rational, only whispering among themselves and not rushing over to strike up a conversation.

After all, those who can attend this school are mostly children from prominent families. The more affluent environment naturally fosters a higher level of character and personal qualities compared to ordinary peers.

However, there are exceptions—

"Hey! Excuse me, you're not from our school, are you?" A girl with light flaxen hair and exquisite makeup approached her.

“It must be Yuko, he’s clearly wearing a uniform from another school,” another girl with long, wavy hair and sparkling rhinestone nail polish chimed in.

The third girl exclaimed in an exaggerated tone, "Oh no! The Western-style uniform is so cool, I'm captivated!"

"He's really handsome, isn't he? By the way, classmate, why do you look so familiar?"

"That's hilarious! Come on, Yuka, admit it, you just want to strike up a conversation with her."

"No, it's true... but it's true, we're on our way to eat and see a movie now. How about you come along if you're interested? We're sure to have a lot of fun!"

Here it is! You'll find one of those glamorous, socially active girls in almost every school!

As soon as he entered the school's front garden, Gen Chiya was spotted by these girls from Shuchiin.

The moment their eyes met, Yuan Qianye gave a polite smile.

He was fine when he wasn't smiling, but when he did, his already outstanding appearance seemed to glow even more.

These girls clearly misunderstood, their eyes brightening even more. Like butterflies that had suddenly smelled nectar, they eagerly gathered around, chattering out the string of words mentioned above.

Gen Chiya took a half step back to maintain a safe distance, and finally found an opportunity to speak: "Hello everyone, I am Gen Chiya from Soubu High School. I have come here today specifically to discuss matters related to inter-school cooperation with your school's student council."

"Yuan Qianye? Ah, you're that novelist!"

"I remember now, isn't it the one who used to be on TV all the time?"

"I remember, I remember! That nerdy guy in my class used to always be reading that novel, what was it called, celestial bodies?"

"It's the Four Elements!"

After learning about Yuan Qianye's identity, the girls seemed even more excited, and their chatter became even louder.

At this moment, the blonde girl who had been at the back of the group without speaking suddenly stepped forward.

"Minamoto Chiyo, did you come alone?" Hayasaka Ai asked, her voice deliberately playful and casual.

“Yes.” Yuan Qianye smiled slightly at her, as if they were truly strangers meeting for the first time.

"You're probably not familiar with our school, right? Let me take you to our student council."

"Thank you so much."

"It's okay, I don't have anything else to do anyway." Hayasaka Ai waved her hand, as if it were no big deal.

The other girls immediately protested upon seeing this.

"What? Hayasaka is so cunning!"

"She clearly hasn't done anything with us as a group in a long time, and she made it clear today that she didn't have time and needed to go back early, but now she's all set as soon as she sees a handsome guy!"

Hayasaka Ai smiled brightly and clasped her hands together in front of her to apologize: "I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry~ Yuko, Yuka, Jun."

"No need for apologies, we want to do it together!"

"But it's no use you following along. Yuko and Yuka both have boyfriends, and Jun is also worried about whether to meet her online boyfriend in person and wants our advice today, right? So just stick to the original plan. I'll lead the way for this lovely classmate, so don't worry."

After saying that, without waiting for her friends' reply, she grabbed Yuan Qianye's wrist and ran away quickly.

"Hey! Hayasaka!"

"How cunning! She's completely blocked any way out."

"Really... but it's rare to see her so enthusiastic and proactive..."

The three girls left behind watched the two figures disappear into the distance, exchanged glances, and muttered a few complaints under their breath.

But they didn't actually look angry; instead, they seemed more curious and teasing.

The group exchanged glances, deciding that they must ask her tomorrow if things were going well between her and that handsome guy, and whether there was any possibility of further development.

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On the other side, Chiya Minamoto was led by Ai Hayasaka to the shoe-changing area.

After putting on shoe covers, I walked towards the student affairs room, passing the stairs in the middle of the corridor.

Beneath the angle lies a small, private space that is not easily discovered by others.

Seeing that no one was around, Hayasaka Ai pulled him directly into the room, deliberately cornering him against the wall. As she tiptoed closer and pressed herself against him, her schoolbag slipped from her hand and fell to the ground.

"Wait a minute, Ai, this is school!"

"It's okay, there aren't many people left at the school at this time."

There aren't many people left, which means there's still a chance that other people might pass by.

But Hayasaka Ai doesn't care. The current situation is that she has long wanted to experience what it feels like to have close contact with someone she likes at school.

After their relationship was confirmed, Minamoto Chiya's lips were entangled by Hayasaka Ai, who couldn't help but want to act cute whenever she was around him, and he couldn't say anything else.

As Hayasaka Ai said, at this time of year, most of the students at Shuchiin Academy had already gone home, and their intimate behavior went unnoticed by anyone.

I tidied my clothes and came out from under the stairs.

Hayasaka Ai patted her flushed face.

Yuan Qianye also needed to calm down.

After resting for a while, the two continued walking towards the student council room.

"Something I didn't expect."

"what?"

"Ai-chan is so cute even in her 'gyaru' (gal) mode."

"If you like it, Qianye, I can prepare it in the room in advance next time."

"No need, you don't get enough rest anyway."

"The style of dressing now is not complicated. Just paint your nails and add some sparkly accessories. Oh, or do you actually prefer the sexy style, like 'Eh—! Really?' 'White teeth' 'Super very bad' and other exaggerated verbal tics with rising intonation?"

Actually, Chiya Minamoto isn't really interested in gyaru (a derogatory term for girls who speak in a slang or similar language).

The problem is that the person who uttered these words was Ai Hayasaka.

Therefore, he felt a subtle stirring in his heart.

This subtle pause during her contemplation allowed Hayasaka Ai to understand his answer, and she decided in her heart that she would greet him in the same way she was now for their next secret rendezvous at night.

Soon, the two arrived at the entrance of the student council room.