Hikigaya Hachiman is still in the dark

"By the way, Hai Zhixing, what is the student union president like?"

Before Umi no Hoshi answered my question, Tamasaka next to me responded, "I remember she was a very amazing person. She transferred here at the beginning of the school year and quickly gained a lot of popularity. Then she won the election for student council president with an overwhelming advantage. She was also a very lovely person."

"Oh, so awesome?"

"It's exactly as Xiaoyou said." Hai Zhixing nodded and said, "But I also think she is a very gentle person. She was very cooperative when I interviewed her. She seems to be a very easy-going person. And from the interviews with other student union members, they all think that the student union president is a very easy-going person. Other people in the school also have a very high opinion of her and think that the student union president is a very gentle person. I think she should agree to our request."

"That's not bad." After hearing the affirmative answer, I felt relieved. Student Council President? What a meaningful word. In order to make Isshiki willing to be the Student Council President, I really put in a lot of effort. If I remember correctly, the relationship between me and the other members of the Service Club was the most tense at that time. However, fortunately, I succeeded in the end.

Chapter 87 It's All Zaimokuza's Fault

Speaking of which, the student council president of Sobu High School seems to have always been quite powerful. Megumi-senpai and Isshiki both seem to be quite powerful. Although their strengths are different, the student council president has always been a powerful character in my impression.

I don’t know what kind of person this year’s student council president is. Judging from Hai Zhixing’s description, he should be someone similar to Xun Senior.

At this time, the door of the department room was pushed open after being knocked a few times. Was it the student council president of this term? I turned my eyes away, and then I felt God's malice towards me.

Why is she the president of the student union?

She has long golden hair and purple eyes that show she is of foreign mixed-race. I naturally recognized such a distinctive person the moment she entered the office. Isn't this the girl who was just in the atrium?

A girl like that is the president of the student union. What is wrong with this school? Has the election of the student union president been infiltrated by some dark forces? Maybe the girl in front of me is the representative of the organization that secretly controls the school!

The student council election is indeed easy to manipulate, otherwise Isshiki wouldn't have been able to get the position so easily. Thanks to Zaimokuza's contribution, this matter has nothing to do with me. Yes, it's all Zaimokuza's fault! When I persuaded Isshiki before, I did remember that I could give Isshiki another reason to ask Hayama for help, but from a realistic point of view, I was the only one who was troubled.

Isshiki and Hayama? I don't know what their relationship is like now. I'll ask them when I have time.

"President Ben Chugui, you're here." Before I could react, Hai Zhixing quickly stood up and pulled out a stool for Ben Chugui. Then she took a cup of hot water from the water dispenser in the office and placed it in front of Ben Chugui. Maybe because Ben Chugui had just arrived, she pointed the electric heater at Ben Chugui. After doing all this, Hai Zhixing sat back in her seat.

"Thank you." Ben Chugui thanked Hai Zhixing, who shook her head and said, "No need to thank me. We are the ones who bothered you to take time out of your schedule to come here. This is what we should do."

"I would feel guilty if I didn't say thank you for such a perfect reception." Ben Chugui responded to Hai Zhixing with a smile, acting like a well-educated young lady.

"No, I'm sorry to embarrass you." Sea Star also responded to Ben Chugui with a smile.

Today's high school students are so amazing, it feels like two noble ladies meeting each other.

This kind of behavior always feels very different from my impression. If she is really well-mannered, she would not do such a thing when I am in the atrium. And intuitively, her behavior in the atrium should not be a spur of the moment performance, but the actual state of her daily life.

Combined with the information given by the Sea Star, my thoughts are now very clear. This person has a dual personality, which means that a new Isshiki has been born.

Should we set off some fireworks to celebrate... No way, I have a feeling we're going to be in big trouble.

Twisting my body uneasily, Tamasaka was greeting Motohatsu Kei at this time. I secretly observed Motohatsu Kei, trying to find flaws in her personality when she was performing herself. However, after observing for a while, I shook my head in disappointment. It was an impeccable performance. If it weren't for the previous time in the atrium, I would probably think that Motohatsu Kei was a very educated person.

"By the way, Motohashi-san, this is Mr. Hikigaya. As you can see, he is a very good teacher." Tamasaka pulled Motohashi Kei and pointed at me and said.

Having said that, since Ben Chugui came in, I haven't introduced myself yet, and Hai Zhixing is signaling me with his eyes.

It probably means to take it seriously and not be perfunctory. I'm helping Yuigahama, how come you care more about it than I do? From my impression, you don't seem to be such a warm-hearted person. Are you repaying me for taking care of her illness? It's okay if you don't care so much.

Since I was the one who asked her to come, as an adult, it would be better if she didn't behave too impolitely. She should introduce herself seriously.

I adjusted my facial expression and smiled like an elder to a younger person: "Are you Mr. Motohashi? Although this is the first time we meet, I have often heard about you from other classmates. It is really amazing that you can become the president of the student union as a transfer student."

"No, no, it's Mr. Hikigaya. I often hear classmates around me mention you, especially female classmates. A talented person like you must be very different from ordinary people." Motohatsuki smiled softly, and she deliberately emphasized the word "different". Was she referring to the fact that she was lying on the ground in the courtyard just now? Tsk, I still remember that stupid teacher. Hai Zhixing looked at me and Motohatsuki in confusion, as if she had discovered something. Tamasaka on the side was still the same as usual. No wonder, if Tamasaka had discovered something, I would probably have to report it as the world's unsolved mystery.

"No matter what, your ability has been recognized by everyone, and the teachers have a very high opinion of you, but you should not be proud of this. You should continue to work hard, especially pay more attention to your attitude towards others."

Nodding respectfully to me, Motohatsu Kei seemed to accept my teachings and said, "Thank you for your teachings, Mr. Hikigaya."

After getting a positive answer, I drank my coffee proudly. Thinking carefully, I am now a teacher. Although there is a chairman above me, basically, I am almost invincible in the struggle in the school. In layman's terms, teachers in schools are in a superior position. If there is no reason, you can end the conversation with "Do you listen to what the teacher says?" As a teacher, such majesty is necessary. No matter how unruly the students are, they will subconsciously have a sense of awe for the teacher.

However, the iron fist punishment of Hiratsuka Sensei is a huge exception...

"Hey, Mr. Hikigaya, you've almost finished your coffee, right?" Motoharu looked around, as if confirming something. "Hey? There's an electric water heater in this club room. I wonder if there's any black tea I can make?"

"It doesn't matter. Xiaozou has been wanting to learn how to make black tea recently, so there are a lot of ingredients. You can try as much as you want." Yuzaka said happily.

Black tea? Why did Hai Zhixing practice this? I cast my gaze towards Hai Zhixing, and what I got in return was a fierce glare from her. This person is really not cute at all.

Also, why did Ben Chugui suddenly think of making black tea? It always feels a bit strange, but I don't know what she wants to do, so I'll just wait and see for now.

Although there was heating in the office, it was still a little cold as it was almost night. The hot water for making tea liquefied into mist in the air, making even the sunset outside the window seem a little unreal.

"It's ready, please enjoy." After making the black tea, Motochugui poured it into the spare paper cups in the club room. "We don't have special cups, so we'll just have to make do with this for now." As she said this, she handed the black tea to Hai Zhixing and Tamasaka.

"No, I'm already sorry to bother you to make tea for me as a guest." Hai Zhixing took the teacup.

"It doesn't matter. When I was in the student union, I often made tea for others. I'm used to this kind of work."

"It seems that the students in the student union are very blessed."

"This one is warm and tastes better than the one made by Xiaozou." Tamasaka praised from the side, but soon the Sea Star glared at her fiercely. Tamasaka was so scared that she let out an "Ah" and lowered her head and stopped talking. Motochugui next to her smiled and didn't seem to care much.

Holding the teacup, Motoki walked up to me and placed it in front of me. Just as I was about to say thank you, Motoki stood up and whispered in my ear in a voice so soft that Tamasaka and Uminohei couldn't hear it, but it was very threatening:

"Stupid teacher, if you keep talking, I will report your stupidity." I really want to thank you, no wonder! No wonder you were so kind to make tea, actually you just wanted to warn me, right? It's really hard for you to go through so much trouble. Although I also meant to warn you just now, it was definitely not as scary as you are now.

"It's okay. It's not a big deal."

If you think about it carefully, that thing is really not something to be afraid of. Although lying on the floor in the fall is a bit stupid, it won't be that dangerous if you tell others about it.

"But stupid teacher, what would happen if others knew that you snatched my electric heater and looked at me with rude eyes?"

"That's a complete fabrication, okay? You handed me the heater, and looking at it with such disrespectful eyes is even more of your nonsense."

"Really? I do remember that when we first met, a certain perverted teacher stared at me in a daze for a long time."

"That's because I mistook you for Qian..." Before I finished my words, I noticed that Ben Chugui showed a hint of a successful smile. Noticing the change in her facial expression, I quickly changed my words: "That's just because I was in a daze."

"Don't say any more perverted teacher. There's nothing I can do about it. Who says I'm a beautiful girl?"

This was the first time she had the confidence to call herself a beautiful girl. Apart from Yukinoshita, it was the first time I met her. But it was just as she said. If it was an ordinary student, it would be fine. But if it was an accusation from the student union president, the school would definitely take it very seriously. At that time, although I was confident that there would not be any big problems in the end, rumors would spread around the school, which would affect my reputation. Although I would not show it, when I was accused by a girl, I almost lost my identity as a teacher in this school. If it was serious, I might even be expelled.

Staring straight at Ben Chugui, who was still smiling sweetly and well-mannered at this moment, this person was definitely a demon...

Seeing my hesitation, Ben Chugui smiled even more brightly: "So, perverted teacher, don't say too much and don't do too many things!" With a blink of his eyes, Ben Chugui returned to his seat.

What a strange development, why would I, as a teacher, a superior, be threatened by my own students! And what is a perverted teacher, my own title has become even more powerful to a different extent?

"So, the purpose of this visit is to conduct the final confirmation of the interview and introduction, right?" Returning to her seat, Ben Chugui asked the Star of the Sea as if nothing had happened.

"Yeah, that's pretty much the job." Hai Zhixing replied, took out his notebook and handed it to Ben Chugui, who then began to confirm.

Tamasaka, who was standing by, probably felt a little bored, so she took out her sketchbook and started drawing.

A few minutes later, Ben Chugui returned the notebook to Hai Zhixing, probably because she had confirmed it.

"There are no major problems. Basically, you can publish it according to this."

"Thank you then."

Chapter 88 One more thing

"It's not that troublesome. It's great that you can promote the student union. If that's all, you should thank me." At this time, Ben Chugui took out his watch to check the time: "Then I have a meeting later, so I'll take my leave now."

"Eh? Are you leaving already?" Tamasaka put away her sketchbook and looked up, seeming as if she was reluctant to leave.

"Well, there will be a joint meeting with Seaside High School later. If I have time in the future, I will come often to make tea for Tamasaka-san."

"Oh, really, thank you. It's nice to drink hot tea in the winter. It warms you up."

"If you have time, please let me see Tamasaka-san's paintings. After all, she is a painter who can hold an exhibition."

"Oh, not that..." Tamasaka lowered her head shyly, probably because she didn't know how to respond to the unexpected compliment. Motochuru looked at the shy Tamasaka, smiled and seemed to be leaving.

Wait, I do remember that the purpose of us calling Motohatsuki was to promote Yuigahama, right? I always felt that I had missed the point. I signaled to Umi no Xing with my eyes to talk about this matter quickly, but Zhixing seemed to have something to say. She opened her mouth to me. Although I was a little anxious, I still patiently translated Umi no Xing's lip language.

"Speak up yourself." That seems to be what he meant. How can I be so embarrassed?

But now is such a good opportunity, and there is no better reason to call Motoki to the office in the future, so is it just a matter of going? Yuigahama, remember this well, if you have the chance to be spanked in the future, you must present today's efforts to Yuigahama, and then ask her to give you a suitable reward.

"Well, Ben Chugui, please wait a moment. I actually have something else I want to discuss with you." I spoke to try to stop Ben Chugui who was about to leave.

After hearing my voice, Motohachi stopped and sat back in his seat.

"Anything else to discuss? If I remember correctly, the only official business I have had recently is what happened just now. I'm busy co-organizing a Christmas event with Seaside High School, so the school shouldn't arrange anything else for me." He put his finger on his chin and thought about it. He analyzed the current situation perfectly. I have to say, that was really an amazing insight. "So, Mr. Hikigaya, what is it that you need to discuss with me? Or with the student council?"

I bit the words "Hikigaya-sensei" in my mouth heavily. Maybe I really didn't want to call him that. It was too difficult. I felt like I had met my match.

I looked at Hai Zhixing for help with my eyes. After all, Hai Zhixing had met Ben Chugui before, so if possible, I still hoped that she would speak up. It would be better than me who knew nothing. Shaking her head, Hai Zhixing took out the paperback and started reading.

Just give up on me like that? Tamasaka next to him probably felt bored again, so he also took out his drawing board and started painting.

I am completely isolated and helpless. Please, can you please stop being so bad to my teammates? Although this is indeed my fault, can you please not treat me so coldly?

My teammates are really unreliable. This is a one-on-nine game. No, something seems to be wrong. Shouldn't this be a one-on-three game?

I was hesitant to speak, and Motochurui's face already showed impatience: "Teacher Hikigaya, can you please tell me what you want to say quickly? I'm a little pressed for time." She moved her position towards me, and then leaned her whole body towards me.

"If you want to confess, it won't be too late to do so after my meeting is over." After she said that, she quickly sat back in her seat with a blank expression. How confident is this person? Why does she always have such strange delusions?

Hai Zhixing, who was standing by, seemed to have noticed this. She put down the paperback and looked over here worriedly. After noticing my gaze, she snorted coldly and picked up the paperback to read again.

Eh? What's the point? Why are you looking at me?

But it seems better to get to the point quickly. If I continue to delay, I will really be suffocated by the tense atmosphere in this office.

"Well, actually, I have some personal matters to ask the student council for help."

"A private matter?" Ben Chugui asked with embarrassment. There was nothing he could do about it. After all, the Student Union was supposed to serve the students. It would be unacceptable to take action for one's own private affairs.

"It's not a big deal. In fact, we just need to borrow your name. We will do the specific work." I explained that I should first clearly tell Ben Chugui the position of the Student Union on this incident to avoid any strange misunderstandings on her part. This person's ability to understand and imagine is incredible.

Sitting straight, Ben Chugui looked at me thoughtfully and said, "So how do we do it specifically? Does it require the official seal of the Student Union? Or does the Student Union need to announce something to the public?"

Didn't the person who made it deny it immediately? Well, it looks like there is still hope.

"It's not that troublesome. As long as you agree, I will convince the principal. You just need to admit it when the principal asks.

"That's not impossible, but can you tell me what it is first?" Ben Chugui looked at me suspiciously. Could this person be thinking of something rude? I always felt uncomfortable being looked at by her: "If it is something that violates school rules, the student union cannot agree to it."

"Don't worry about that. A friend of mine is going to open a flower shop near the school, so I want to help her to the best of my ability. I also hope you can help promote it for her."

"That she must be a very beautiful person, right? Is she your girlfriend?" Motochurui quickly responded with a mischievous expression after I finished speaking. I looked as if I was choked by water. I don't know why, but when they heard this, Umi no Xing and Tamasaka were stunned. Umi no Xing stopped flipping through the paperback, and Tamasaka also stared at the picture album in her hand in a daze for a while. Both of them looked in my direction at the same time, and then quickly shifted their gaze elsewhere.

Eh? What kind of riddle is this? Your performance is really interesting...

"No, I'm a perfect single person."

To be exact, I am a perfect housewife. I will remain single until someone appears who can take care of me perfectly. Well, rich woman, please appear in my life soon. Or, money, please appear in my life soon!

Ben Chugui did not stop posting because of my answer. Instead, she looked at me with more curiosity: "If she is not my girlfriend, then why do you care so much? Are we really just friends?"

This question left me stunned. Indeed, if we were just ordinary friends, there was no need for me to use my privileges in school. I could just explain my difficulties and refuse. But I still wanted to help Yuigahama, so it was indeed a bit unusual to consider it from this perspective.

If I have to say it, the relationship between Yuigahama and I can't be described simply as friends.

However, if the relationship between us is not friends, then what is the relationship between us? A confidant? A person we admire? Or old classmates? Well, none of these are possible.

After I started thinking about it, I began to wonder what my current relationship with Yuigahama and Yukinoshita is. It seems that many words can summarize our relationship, but after thinking about it carefully, I soon felt that there was something strange.

What is the relationship between us now?

Without getting a reply from me, Ben Chugui urged me to answer again: "So, what is your relationship?"

Because I didn't get an answer, I felt a little uncomfortable. At this time, Ben Chugui's voice made me feel even more annoyed. I unconsciously raised my voice as if I was angry: "This matter is not important at all. I just want to know if the student union can help."

As soon as I said it, I regretted it. Sea Star also cast a reproachful look at us. After all, we are asking for help from others. If we use such a tough attitude, it may cause resentment. Maybe things that could have been successful will be broken because of these mistakes.

"What? I'm just asking out of curiosity. I really don't know, sister..." Seeing me looking at her nervously, Ben Chugui stopped whispering, and then she just stood there looking at me without saying anything.

“Although it’s not a good idea, I agreed.”

"Really?" The unexpected answer made me overjoyed, but I still asked with concern.

Nodding in confirmation, Ben Chugui looked at me and said, "We can help you with this."

"Thank you." I thanked him sincerely, and then Motoki smiled slyly, like a hunter who saw his prey fall into a trap, "But, in return, Mr. Hikigaya, you also have to help me complete this event co-organized with Seaside High School."

"Huh?" I asked in surprise. Did I hear some familiar request again?

"Of course it won't be voluntary. In exchange, Mr. Hikigaya will help the student council organize activities in cooperation with Seaside High School. How about that? This request shouldn't be too much, right?"

"It's not too much." Normally, I would agree without hesitation, but I felt that I would fall into a trap. "Look, isn't this the students' business? If I go, and I'm the only teacher, wouldn't it be awkward and embarrassing?"

"Such worries are completely unnecessary. There will be a responsible teacher at Seaside High School to supervise this event. It just so happens that the school has not yet assigned a teacher to supervise this event. In this case, Mr. Hikigaya can just apply for it."

"If I remember correctly, Mr. Hiratsuka has a lot of experience in organizing events like this. I think Mr. Hiratsuka is more suitable." I tried to turn the blame to Mr. Hiratsuka. I have received a lot of help from Mr. Hiratsuka over the years, so it shouldn't be a big deal to give back occasionally.

"But didn't Mr. Hikigaya help us when he was a student? If you've experienced it firsthand, you should be able to put yourself in our shoes."

Eh? Why does this guy know that I have participated in such an event before? I looked at Ben Chugui in confusion: "How did you know that I have participated in such an event?"