Survive in Azure Files

"Hey~ This is Xia Lai, the teacher usually lives here."

Following behind me, Hoshino looked around curiously: "Come to think of it, uncle's juniors and Convenience House 68 have all stayed here. I feel like I've been left out, wuwu."

"...How dare you say that."

I was speechless. This kid didn't even think about who caused the trouble at that time.

Xingye touched the back of his head, laughed, and stuck out half of his pink tongue: "Teacher, you are half to blame for that matter. You don't have to worry about my feelings. You can just tell us about the land register directly."

When I heard this, I suddenly felt unhappy about Hoshino's attitude.

Even if he usually acts submissive, given Hoshino's arrogant nature, I'm afraid he will never apologize to me in this lifetime.

That's really annoying, Hoshino.

Actually, to be honest, this is probably the reason why I want to keep a distance from Hoshino.

"They weren't the only ones who came."

Driven by dissatisfaction in my heart, I said it casually.

"……Eh?"

"Others have also used the facilities in the Chalais living quarters, such as the bathroom and laundry room, most recently this afternoon."

"Do you understand, Xingye, there are many girls who have a close relationship with me, including you. There are many who are more obedient, more well-behaved, and more considerate than you. You are special to me, but how do you know that others are not special?"

I finished reciting it silently and immediately felt a lot better. The method of spiritual victory really works.

As I expected, Hoshino did not look very happy. But unlike what I imagined, this did not make me happy, but instead brewed a subtle regret.

If you think about it carefully, using such words to deliberately make a girl jealous is indeed a bad behavior.

When I thought of this, I actually fell into a little depression.

"Here we are. This is my bedroom."

I walked in first and went straight to the bookshelf where the illustrated books on marine life were kept.

Just as my fingers touched the spine of the book, I heard a clicking sound coming from the direction of the door, which made my hair stand on end when I realized what it was -

The door was locked.

"... Hoshino?"

I turned around, only to see Hoshino approaching me with an unsettling smile.

"What do you want to do?"

"you."

Hoshino's overly direct reply made my breathing freeze for a moment.

"So, didn't I just say that?" Hoshino narrowed his eyes, his golden and blue pupils flashing with an inexplicable light, "All the juniors I value have stayed in Xialai. As their most respected seniors, of course they can't be left behind too much."

You are not afraid of being left behind! I think you are just trying to overtake others!

This was the first time I encountered such a situation, and even I was a little overwhelmed.

I tried to persuade him with words that I felt were weak and feeble: "Xingye, listen to me. Don't be impulsive. Your current feelings are just out of gratitude and admiration, not true love. Even if you really want to do this, it must be based on mutual consent. You should think carefully first."

Hoshino kept pressing forward, and I kept retreating. Finally, I was pushed down on the bed by an irresistible force. Hoshino kicked off his sneakers and climbed up.

The girl brought her delicate and lovely face closer to me, and her hot and sweet breath hit my face:

"Do you think I'm a frivolous person? Of course I have thought about it all before. Otherwise, why do you think I didn't contact you until today?

"As for your previous concerns, I have figured it out. Who told me to entrust everything to someone like you? I may not mind your relationship with other people, but...

"It's my first experience, so I have to accept it."

I remained silent, and I felt more and more that something was wrong. Then, I suddenly had a bold guess -

Is it possible that Kivotos, where students hold absolute power, is a world dominated by women?

...Then put yourself in her shoes. Could it be that I'm actually getting the female lead's script?

That's too weird!

Quickly throw this nonsense out of your mind, and at this time, Xingye has already taken out a box from his pocket:

"I have already prepared the measures. Do you still think I am not serious? Please stop saying weird things. I know your feelings for me, and vice versa. Besides, you also said that you find my skinny body attractive, so if that's the case, then accept it."

Hoshino's determination really reached my heart.

It's just that I don't know how to answer.

"If you really don't want to, I won't force you to do anything."

Hoshino's expression was still stubborn, but his body was shaking slightly.

After all, even if she did such a bold thing, in essence, Hoshino was still just an innocent girl... should she be called innocent... right...

To be honest, I am extremely confused now. I never thought it would progress to this point so quickly, and I am the passive party at that.

Finally, I sighed and pushed Hoshino away.

Hoshino kept his promise and did nothing to me, but his body was shaking more and more violently and his expression looked like he was about to cry.

I quickly walked to the desk, opened the drawer, and took out another box of things.

After trying to tame my dog ​​yesterday, in order to prevent any accidents, I deliberately took a detour to a relatively remote neighborhood and bought some holsters for Kivotos Daily Supplies.

I didn't expect it would come in handy the next day, and I didn't expect it would be used on Hoshino.

Now that it has come to this, I have no room to refuse.

"The one you picked is too small. Use this one."

Xingye blinked, and his sad face instantly changed into a slightly mischievous smile:

"Oh, I didn't expect you to be so rude. I underestimated you. But on the other hand, you actually prepared something like this a long time ago. In a way, I overestimated you."

I sneered, ignored this low-level provocation, and lay back in my original position with a dignified look.

"...Pfft~ That's right~ That's it~"

Hoshino smiled and untied his tie.

The greatest mystery of Abydos vs. the greatest leader of Chalai.

"You seem to have some misunderstandings, so I want to make it clear." Xingye blushed, reached out to me, and whispered in my ear, "You are the challenger."

I gasped, "Stinky brat."

Just when the war was about to break out, a cell phone rang suddenly.

I had to get up and answer the phone first.

Hoshino didn't comment on this: "Hmph~ That's great, uncle, I'll borrow the bathroom here and take a shower~ I was a little sweaty before and haven't washed it yet... But maybe someone will like it more?"

Ignoring Hoshino's teasing, I looked at the contact, gestured to Hoshino to keep quiet, and answered the phone:

"Hello? Ah...what? Now? I get it."

After hanging up the phone, I straightened my clothes and said, "I have to go out for something and will be back soon. As for what you want to do during this time... I can do it."

"Hey~ I guessed it right, but it's a pity. I won't cater to your weird preferences."

After walking side by side with Hoshino for a while and pointing her in the direction of the bathroom, I went downstairs alone.

Outside the door of Xialai's office building, the person who interrupted my fight with Hoshino was a young girl waiting obediently.

I walked up quickly and asked with concern, "Cina, is there something wrong so late?"

"It's like this. I just won a mysterious prize in a nearby supermarket," Serina handed me the black bag in her hand. "Although I don't know what the prize is, the saleswoman said that it is a valuable product that is not suitable for students. It would be a pity to throw it away, so I thought of the teacher who lives nearby and wanted to pass this surprise on to you."

I was a little touched that you actually thought of me like this.

From the outside, it feels like a cigarette? This is definitely not suitable for students. Although I don't smoke, I'll just take it for now.

I should think about what kind of thank-you gift I should give to Sina later.

"Oh, by the way, teacher, you should be able to take off the neck brace now." Before leaving, Qinna reminded, "Your injuries should have basically healed. Wearing this will restrict your movements. Let me help you take it off."

I thanked Serina for her concern and help. I stretched my slightly stiff neck, feeling that I would have more room for maneuver in the next battle.

After waving goodbye to Serena, I went upstairs and opened the bag to see what mysterious prize was inside.

Then I saw dozens of boxes, just enough for my occasional needs.

I couldn't help but fall into silence.

"Let me see what you bought?"

Hoshino, who had just taken a quick shower and was still steaming, tiptoed behind me, looked into the bag, and then fell silent as well.

After a while, Xingye said with a slightly difficult tone:

"…Is it really necessary to prepare so much? Your old waist definitely can't handle it, okay?"

"…It's better to be prepared."

I don't dare to think about what is hidden behind Serena's gentle smile.

Serena is an angel, and can only be an angel.

Anyway, let's put aside this trivial matter which should be insignificant.

My battle with Hoshino has finally officially begun.

The Kivotos natives with halos have physical fitness far superior to that of ordinary people, and their recovery and endurance are far better than mine. What's more, Xingye is the strongest among them, and he also has a will of steel.

In other words... it was Hoshino Kotori's victory.

A white line runs through the black screen.

The exhausted Hoshino said with a guilty tone: "I hope to pass all of this to the teacher, but my strength is not enough for the teacher to display all of it..."

I exhaled a breath of turbid air and praised him generously: "You are worthy of admiration, Xingye. I am afraid I will never forget you in my life."

After a fierce battle, just as I had imagined, the defeated Hoshino took the initiative to lower his back, admitted his mistakes, and begged for forgiveness from me...

Although it's a little different from what I imagined.

So... I can finally forgive Hoshino completely.

It's so good.

I wiped away the tears from the corners of Hoshino's eyes and soothed the girl who had worked hard all night to let her fall asleep. I yawned loudly and prepared to take a nap.

Speaking of which, what time is it now?

The dim light filtering through the thick curtains gave me a sudden ominous feeling.

I'm in a good mood now, please don't spoil my mood.

Without even a moment to mourn Hoshino's defeat, the one that immediately rushed to the battlefield was - the workday alarm clock!

I quickly turned off the alarm to avoid waking up Xingye.

I tapped Hoshino's forehead lightly, then quietly left the bedroom feeling very sleepy.

Chapter 27: Alona! Let me see your limits!

After taking a shower and having breakfast, I leaned back in my office chair, closed my eyes, set the alarm, and prepared to take a quick rest before work officially began.

Although I won the battle with Hoshino in the end, I was not unscathed.

In addition to the lack of ammunition supplies, physical strength and energy are also greatly consumed.

The enemy's initial surging offensive like a tide, their determination to fight again and again despite repeated defeats, and their excellent tactics of luring the enemy deep into our territory and catching them all in one fell swoop, all caused me a lot of trouble.

If it weren't for Hoshino's physical fitness that far exceeds that of ordinary people and his keen senses that far exceed that of ordinary people, the outcome would be uncertain.

Of course, in addition to my own extraordinary talents, this victory is also thanks to the great help of a kind-hearted person——

Alona! Let me see your limit! Offset the impact!

Although Alona did not agree at all, her efforts and thoughts were successfully conveyed to me. Otherwise, I would have been sent to the hospital for a broken pelvis when the battle was halfway through.

The amount of electricity consumed by the Shiting Box in one night is more than what is needed to deflect stray bullets and explosions in several consecutive conventional battles.

With a subtle sense of guilt, I connected to the charging box of Shiting, and was shocked by the scene that came into my sight.