A youth story of a passerby at the end of the world

“Hmm.” Uesugi Genshin nodded in satisfaction, then continued, “I will arrange for the others to be on board for support.”

When Ryuji Kanzaki heard that his group had been reassigned, he said he felt relieved, which was true, but he was also somewhat unwilling.

This reflects a lack of confidence in the strength of their own group. After all, these are the students from Class B whom they chose, and it was only their first battle recently, yet they are already far inferior to the members of the Dragon Garden team.

Feeling depressed, thinking about how he had let down Ichinose and his classmates in Class B, he felt an urge to grab a bottle of whiskey and chug it down in one gulp.

Kiyotaka Ayanokouji turned around and looked at Kanzaki, who looked annoyed, and thought bluntly that Kanzaki's group was probably the weakest in the team.

He and Uesugi shared a similar view on this point. The students in Class B, selected by Advanced Nurturing High School, were academically excellent, but they were somewhat lacking in sports or physical fitness, especially compared to the original Class A students.

"We have two days left to clear out all the zombies in the shopping mall, leaving no corner untouched." This is something that needs to be accomplished before we leave.

"Yes!" everyone replied, bowing their heads.

Chapter 363: Solitude

After dismissing the others, Uesugi Genshin held a small meeting alone. Hachiman, Hayama, and Ayanokouji sat in front of him, and to unsuspecting onlookers, it looked like the big shots were playing cards together.

"So who will be in charge of the reserve team?" Hachiman asked first.

"Let Hayama come here," Uesugi Genshin said, looking up at Hayama directly in front of him.

"Okay," Hayato Hayama replied softly.

“Hmm.” Uesugi Genshin then glanced at the three men’s reactions. “Then Hachiman will be in charge of managing the people who stay behind.”

"Yes." Hachiman scratched the back of his head and replied, but he looked somewhat lazy because he usually hunched over.

"Um... I haven't been at Soubu High School for long, so the people I've chosen are all fine, right?" Ayanokouji Kiyotaka asked casually, but there was a hint of doubt in his words.

Uesugi Genshin knew what he was talking about. Usually, the boss should choose the strongest guys to participate in this operation to maximize the chances of success.

When asked, he slowly shook his head. "Actually, the strength of the people in the department is not that different, of course, that is, when it comes to zombies."

He smiled and looked at Ayanokouji, saying, "As long as you're here, that's enough."

"Oh." Kiyotaka Ayanokouji nodded, but then his eyes moved upward as if he were rather speechless.

This made Hachiman sense a kindred spirit within him, someone who simply found things troublesome.

Suddenly remembering something, he asked, "So, Hayama and Hayasaka are going to Advanced Nurturing High School this afternoon, what about you?"

“I’m in a bit of trouble. I need to wait at Shuchiin and keep an eye on Haneda Airport to see if anything happens there,” Uesugi Genshin explained. “I’ll go tomorrow.”

"I understand." Hayato Hayama knew what he had to do. This meeting was mainly for Ms. Hayasaka, and he only needed to know the details of the plan so he could cooperate later.

"Hmm." Just as Uesugi Genshin looked up, he saw the person standing at the door. He then gestured to Hachiman, indicating that it was Kawasaki Saki who seemed to have something to ask him.

"It's nothing, just my personal matter. She wanted to buy some things, so I went to help her carry them." When Hachiman looked towards the door, Kawasaki was already gone; he must have been standing outside the door.

"Hey, I didn't expect you to like that type," Ayanokoji Kiyotaka remarked.

"What's wrong?" Hachiman muttered.

"No, it's just that your girlfriend seems a bit unapproachable." You could even say she's volatile and easily angered.

"No, although she usually seems a bit angry and unhappy, like a wild beast, if you get to know her better over time, you'll find that she's actually very straightforward, or rather, frank and simple, and also very gentle."

“Pfft…” Uesugi Genshin chuckled. “Well, sometimes I yell and shout at people over trivial things, but I don’t mean any harm. It’s just that I express my feelings in a strong way, and the contrast makes my smile even more attractive.”

This prompted Hachiman to nod in agreement, and Ayanokouji Kiyotaka couldn't help but ask, "Aren't you two talking about the same person?"

"Pfft." Even Hachiman burst out laughing this time.

Uesugi Genshin glanced at the two of them. "Of course it's not just one person."

After further discussion, he directly said to disband.

Even though she had just returned from Tokyo, she was now heading back again, so she dragged Haruno along to Shuchiin.

The Shuchiin communications department had quite a few people, and Uesugi Genshin specifically called Azusagawa at Haneda Airport.

The reply came not from Sakuta Azusagawa, but from a girl named Rio Futaba, who probably keeps the items safe.

Because they sent some food to Zichuan, their food supply doesn't seem to be too tight right now, which is why Zichuan returned so quickly. In fact, they don't really want to travel far.

"No abnormality."

The initial response was this; it seems the incident at Haneda Airport didn't cause any ripples.

However, not all of those cult members were wiped out. Who knows if they were scared out of their wits or if they were still plotting something in some corner?

But this matter had nothing to do with Soubu High School to begin with, and it probably won't be related to it in the future.

After confirming one last time that Sakuta Azusagawa was alright, he felt relieved and decided to go back.

He had two purposes for coming here: one was to deal with the matter at Haneda Airport, and the other was to deliver food to Sakayanagi Arisu. He had entrusted this task to Haruno while he was waiting.

After completing both tasks, they took a fishing boat back to Chiba.

As I passed by the Advanced Education Institute and saw the sunset where the sea and sky met, I gave up the idea of ​​going closer.

When she got back, Hayasaka was the only one left in her apartment. However, she took out her memo and explained to Uesugi Genshin what they had talked about that day.

He also casually reported, "Five people from the Advanced Education University have died."

"How did he die?" Uesugi Genshin asked, slightly surprised.

"Near Nihonbashi, the vehicle used to lure the zombies crashed into a roadblock for some reason." Hayasaka Ai shrugged. "You know what I mean."

"..." Uesugi Genshin held his breath for a moment, "Did Horikita Manabu say anything?"

"The other party did not ask for compensation or anything. Instead, Horikita Manabu personally led a group to Nihonbashi again, and he lured many zombies to the west."

Perhaps not wanting to see any more sacrifices, he personally took to the field to ensure safety—truly the demeanor of a great general.

Besides that, there were a few other things, but they were over quickly. There was nothing much to do in the evening, so Uesugi Genshin continued practicing calligraphy.

As he was freely splashing ink on the paper, Uesugi Genshin looked up and saw Hayasaka rapidly tapping his phone, probably typing something.

Because she had just finished showering, her hair was down, and her long, golden hair hung down silkily like milk mixed with honey.

The white shirt she was wearing was her pajamas, exposing her entire legs to the air. They were straight and long, with fair skin and very smooth calf lines, making them much more attractive than the average person's legs.

It would also be perfect for making chocolate ice cream, Genichi Uesugi thought to himself.

"What's wrong?" Hayasaka Ai paused her finger as she typed on her phone, then looked up at Uesugi Genshin as he approached.

Beneath her slightly upturned eyelashes were a pair of deep blue eyes, reflecting a crystalline light and exuding a mature and elegant temperament. However, the way she gripped her phone tightly suggested that she seemed a little nervous.

He pulled her down to sit on his lap, held her slender waist with his left hand, gripped her hand tightly with his right, rested his chin on her shoulder, and took her soft body into his mouth like a marshmallow.

"Have you finished writing?" Hayasaka Ai asked, her voice trembling slightly, still nervous.

Where does the saying "Girls are made of sugar, spices and something nice" come from?

"Who knows, do you think I'm candy?" Hayasaka Ai slowly placed her phone on the carpet and grabbed his arm with her left hand.

"Mmm, toffee."

Not all girls are made of sugar, spices, and beautiful things. Some girls are born to represent adventure, fine wine, and fearless wisdom, like Haruno.

"Hmm~ that doesn't sound like much..."

Before he could finish speaking, the sound of a key being inserted into the door could be heard.

"Click."

The two separated by a short distance, not much, mainly because they didn't know who had arrived.

When he saw his younger sister arrive, Uesugi Genshin still stood up, supporting himself on his knees, to welcome her.

Seeing that she was throwing the cat that was held high in front of him, as if gesturing for him to hug it, Uesugi Genshin chose to... directly pick Rumi up.

"Ah..." she exclaimed softly in surprise.

"Excuse me," came Yang Nai's cheerful voice from the entrance.

But since she's here, Yukino must be here too.

“I sent them,” Hayasaka Ai said from behind Uesugi Genshin.

Uesugi Genshin turned around abruptly and looked at her. So that's why you were tapping on your phone the whole time?!

Didn't you tell me earlier?

Hayasaka Ai shrugged, placing her hand on her neck, indicating that she hadn't expected them to arrive so quickly; they must have been planning to come before sending the message.

"Why wouldn't you welcome me?" Yang walked into the living room, holding a bottle of champagne in her hand, dressed similarly to Hayasaka.

In comparison, Yukino's attire was much more ordinary, consisting of a plain-colored wool knit sweater.

But there is no doubt that both sisters possess enviable beauty.

The older sister has a beautiful figure and mature charm, while the younger sister has a cool temperament and elegant appearance.

When they stood together, it was like a beautiful painting.

"I've already given you the keys," Uesugi Genshin said with a smile, then pointed to the sake in Yukino's hand, "Yukino, would you like some too?"

“A little bit would be fine,” Yukino gestured simply with her fingers.

"Eh—" Yang Nai sighed, as if teasing her, but then immediately moved closer to the small round table as if she had discovered a new toy, looking at the paper on it.

Girls are made of sugar, spices and something wonderful.

"Really?" Yang Nai pondered seriously, muttering to herself.

"You'll know once you try it."

Chapter 364: The First Battle

Noticing Yukino glaring at him with displeasure, Uesugi Genshin raised his hands and said, "Just kidding."

"Weren't you supposed to be cultivating your character? Ha, your handwriting is quite good." Yukino sighed as if surrendering, picking up the paper. "I really don't know what you were thinking when you wrote that."

"Hahaha." Uesugi Genshin grinned without any remorse, completely ignoring Yukino's gaze. "If I were looking at you, I wouldn't have written that sentence."

He pointed at Yukino, saying, "Her eyebrows are like willow leaves, her hair like clouds, and her fragrant snow is shrouded in misty gauze."

Then she pointed to Yang Nai, "Her hands are like tender shoots, her skin like solidified cream. Her neck is like a cicada's, her teeth like melon seeds. She has a beautiful forehead and arched eyebrows, a charming smile, and beautiful, bright eyes."

"Thank you for the compliment." Yang smiled calmly, her expression slightly different from Yukino's shy averting of her gaze.

"Here you go." Rumi handed the game controller to Uesugi Genshin. "The save file is still from last time."

"Oh." Uesugi Genshin took it and sat down next to his sister on the carpet to play games together.

Therefore, it can be inferred that Yukino was probably brought over by Rumi, while Haruno probably came over because she felt that there was no one else in her apartment.

Hayasaka Ai took a glass from the kitchen; the bottle of champagne was already opened, and she drank with Haruno.

After playing for a while, Uesugi Genshin pulled Yukino to sit down next to him, their arms touching, and there was a faint fragrance between them.

"Do you want to play?"

“No, I’ve never played this before.” Yukino hesitated for a moment, wanting to refuse.

"Would you like to try it, Yukino-neechan?" Rumi thought it was a bit of an exaggeration that she had never played it before.

"Hey, I'll teach you." Uesugi Genshin shoved the handle into her hand. "It's very simple."

Thus, Yukino experienced playing video games for the first time in her life, and she picked it up very quickly, becoming much more skilled than a beginner by the end.

The night passed by in this way, and after Yukino and the others left, only Uesugi Genshin and Hayasaka Ai remained in the apartment.

"Ah..." Genshin Uesugi slowly yawned, walked up to Ai Hayasaka, and kissed her forehead. "Goodnight."

With a slightly flushed face, Hayasaka Ai, not to be outdone, tiptoed and pecked his lips. "Mmm, goodnight."

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In the morning, Uesugi Genshin took Haruno, Hayasaka, and Hayama to the artificial island early.

Shirogane was present this time, but Horikita Manabu was absent.

He didn't arrive until almost noon, looking travel-worn.

"You're late," Uesugi Genshin said with a smile.

"Is the meeting over?" Horikita Manabu asked as he walked to his seat.

"It's been 10 minutes since it ended," Uesugi Genshin replied, spreading his hands.

“Then it doesn’t count as being late,” Horikita Manabu said calmly.

"..." Indeed, he wasn't late. Uesugi Genshin shook his head helplessly.