I, Tomoya Aki, am not a bootlicker

"So, I help you with English, what do you want to give me?"

Kasumigaoka Utaha sighed. It's just things like this. Isn't it enough to just explain it clearly?

Also, now that Eriri has stated her request, what about the reward?

Eriri, who was well prepared for this, replied, "I officially accept your commission!"

This is what Eriri calls a deal.

But in the eyes of Utaha Kasumigaoka, she seemed to have made a lot of money.

She was a little moved but remained calm when she asked, "Why do you have to look for me? Your childhood sweetheart has been working so hard lately, wouldn't it be better to ask him for help?"

When this matter was mentioned, Ying Lili's face changed and she frowned with some dissatisfaction.

It’s not that Ying Lili hasn’t thought about it, but after thinking about it, she always feels so embarrassed.

After comprehensive consideration, in order to prepare for the English test, Eriri decided to try with Kasumigaoka Utaha.

She has been absent-minded recently and is not sure if she can pass the English test this time like she did before.

"alright, that's fine."

If that doesn't work, ask someone else for help.

Being good at studying is one of the reasons why Eriri looks for Kasumigaoka Utaha.

Another reason is because of the collaboration. Eriri is not sure whether she can still produce excellent works, but she is still excited about the opportunity.

"I didn't say I didn't agree, I just wanted to remind Teacher Kashiwagi Eri that I'm almost ready, and I hope you won't give me the cold shoulder anymore."

Kasumigaoka Utaha also wants to cooperate with Eriri, but if the other party continues to fool her like before, she can only express regret.

Overturning the original prototype of the new work and preparing a brand new work from scratch, Kasumigaoka Utaha, who signed a contract with Fuzugawa, knew that as the deputy editor-in-chief, Machida Sonoko had assumed half of the responsibility from the moment she nodded.

Kasumigaoka Utaha has more than just creative issues to consider.

"I understand! But you have to make sure I pass the English test this time. Otherwise, if I have to stay in school for tutoring, don't expect me to have extra energy!"

After leaving these words, Eriri turned around and prepared to leave the rooftop.

"Wait for me for a moment. Since we need to take tutoring classes, let's talk about some things first. Don't act cool without permission, okay?"

But halfway through, Kasumigaoka Utaha called her out in an unpleasant tone.

Eriri stopped walking awkwardly, and the two agreed on some details afterwards, agreeing on taking a lunch break and tutoring after school starting tomorrow.

During lunch break the next day, the two met in the school library at the agreed time.

If you want to take tutoring in school, this place is naturally the most suitable.

Similarly, near the end of the semester, there are more students in the school library than usual.

Eriri and Kasumigaoka Utaha are not the only ones planning to review in the library.

For example, the group led by Tomoya Aki.

After that chance encounter at the Tokyo Metropolitan Library, Tomoya Aki became one more person in the school's final review team.

Compared with Yoshihiko Uego, Kato Megumi made Aki Tomoya realize the helplessness of being a teacher.

"Xiyan, you won't be able to be a Kamen Rider if you keep going like this!"

"I'm not a Kamen Rider fan, what's the point of you telling me this?!"

The two of them were communicating in a low voice in the library, while Kato Megumi was honestly doing the questions within the scope of questions provided by Aki Tomoya.

At the same time, Eriri, who had just entered the library, was secretly planning to escape after discovering Tomoya Aki.

"Don't run away. You're the one who said you wanted to take tutoring lessons. Let's start studying too, Sawamura-kun!"

When Eriri was about to escape, Kasumigaoka Utaha's ruthless iron hand pressed on Eriri's shoulder.

"Well, I feel a little unwell..."

"It's okay. I will help Sawamura-san find the cause of his illness later!"

Want to go?

Impossible!

Under the dominance of Utaha Kasumigaoka, Eriri was kept by her like a little lamb.

English test?

No problem, Kasumigaoka Utaha guarantees that Eriri will be able to pass the test after her special training!

"Come on, start learning!"

Chapter 53: The Speaker Has No Intention

How bad is Ying Lili's English?

Take the first impression of mixed-race people. Most people think it is normal for mixed-race people to be fluent in two different languages.

But in fact, Eriri, who grew up in Neon, has worse English grades than Tomoya Aki before.

"Sawamura-san, you're a mixed race kid, why is your English so bad?"

Kasumigaoka Utaha asked with a frown.

As a mixed-race person, shouldn't I have unique advantages?

And since her father is a British diplomat, English can be considered as Eriri's other mother tongue.

"This is a complete misunderstanding of the public. Who says mixed-race people must be proficient in two languages?"

Eriri retorted excitedly.

Even though his father is a gay and a diplomat, they still use Japanese language in daily communication at home.

For subjects like English, Eriri really hasn't practiced them much.

So even though Eriri is a mixed-race girl, there is basically no place in her life where she needs to use English.

In addition, as a otaku, Eriri is not keen on studying. Basically, as long as she can pass the exams and stay for tutoring during the holidays, Eriri is satisfied.

Now that she is in charge of reviewing Eriri, Kasumigaoka Utaha realizes how bad Eriri's English is.

"This is not something to brag about, Sawamura-san. Do you understand the saying that shame leads to courage? Don't lose to others!"

Kasumigaoka Utaha said helplessly.

Meanwhile, Ying Lili, who was sitting opposite her, asked suspiciously, "Are you sure you're not competing?"

As Eriri said this, she subconsciously glanced at the table of Tomoya Aki not far away.

It is not strange to meet Tomoya Aki in the school library. Both Eriri and Kasumigaoka Utaha know that he is a frequent visitor here.

As the end of the semester is approaching, it is not uncommon to meet someone here when I come to the library to review.

The reason why Eriri wanted to run away before was that she still didn't know what attitude to take towards her childhood sweetheart whom she had known for more than ten years.

From the time Tomoya Aki started school until now, especially the most recent exchange, it has given Eriri a great shock.

Ying Lili is now quite confused.

"You are the one who asked me for help. If you want to pass the English test, I advise you not to let your imagination run wild!"

Kasumigaoka Utaha replied calmly, with a complicated look in her eyes.

Ying Lili blinked with a subtle expression.

It’s not that she wanted to think too much, but she was still curious about what happened between Kasumigaoka Utaha and Aki Tomoya.

At the same time, I was a little confused as to why Kasumigaoka Utaha could be so calm now.

While Eriri was confused, Tomoya Aki was reviewing with his classmates, and she was also asking Kasumigaoka Utaha for help. Was Kasumigaoka Utaha's strictness now related to Tomoya Aki who was here at the same time?

But Kasumigaoka Utaha would not give her too much time to think about other things.

The other party was stricter than Eriri had imagined.

After the review at noon, Ying Lili felt a little depressed.

As if unwilling to be outdone, Kasumigaoka Utaha didn't know who she was comparing herself with, and sometimes she couldn't help but be sarcastic to Eriri.

"That guy is really not competing with Renye?"

Ying Lili couldn't help but think so in her heart.

As far as she knew, Akitomo was tutoring two of his classmates.

So after school in the afternoon, when she went to the library to meet Kasumigaoka Utaha, she specifically asked, "Are you really not arguing with Ren about me?"

"no!"

Anyway, this is how Kasumigaoka Utaha answered.

She would never do such a childish thing, and even explained it: "I just want to inspire you. Without comparison, you won't know where you are lacking. As a rich lady, can you show a little bit of your elite level?"

"Haha, who are you looking down on?!"

Eriri widened her eyes and looked at Kasumigaoka Utaha in front of her without any hesitation.

Kasumigaoka Utaha did not respond, but felt that she had been tactful enough.

"Have all the excellent genes gone to those dexterous hands?"

Her eyes swept across Eriri's barren breasts.

Stimulated by this, Eriri said that she wanted to let Kasumigaoka Utaha see that if she took it seriously, studying would actually be much easier than drawing.

This aura moved Kasumigaoka Utaha a little, but when it was almost closing time, Eriri no longer had that kind of aura.

When the museum was about to close, Kasumigaoka Utaha stood up gracefully and said to Eriri, who was lying on the table with her soul leaving her mouth, "I'll take my leave now. We'll continue tomorrow."

To be continued tomorrow...

After hearing this, Eriri shuddered.

"Studying really is a headache, isn't it, Eriri?"

After everyone else left, Aki Tomoya came over and joked.

I saw her and Kasumigaoka Utaha reviewing here at noon and after school, so it was impossible for Aki Tomoya not to have seen it.

Seeing that she hadn't left yet, An Yilun came up and said hello.

"..."

Eriri looked up in surprise, she didn't expect that Akitomo would come over.

She also didn't know how to respond to what Tomoya Aki said just now.

An awkward atmosphere permeated between the two of them.

"…If I fail the final exam, I won't be able to concentrate on the summer CM."

Suddenly, Eriri spoke in a low voice while observing Tomoya Aki's eyes.

If it were in the past, if you mentioned the summer CM fan exhibition, the other party would definitely start talking about it nonstop.

But now, Eriri could not see any fluctuation in Aki Tomoya's eyes.

"Then you better do your best. It's getting late. Go back early. Goodbye."

Aki Tomoya nodded to show his understanding, but other than that he didn't react much.

After saying goodbye to Eriri, he was about to leave.

At this moment, Eriri stood up and asked, "If, I say if, I didn't ask Kasumigaoka, but asked you for help, would you refuse?"

Ahead, Tomoya Aki stopped walking. He slowly turned around and replied without giving it much thought: "As a friend, I won't refuse."

After more than ten years of friendship, if he just wanted help with tutoring, it seemed that Tomoya Aki had no reason to refuse.

"But, Eriri, coming to me for tutoring is like telling others that you know me, which is not in line with your previous style."

Aki Tomoya suddenly laughed again. He didn't mean much by it, he was just joking.

However, the speaker may not have any intention, but the listener may have.