Strange? Who else?

Suddenly, it was like a thunderbolt. "Oh! I'm still missing."

Oh no, this guy is really an idiot, isn't he? Bai Shi thought to himself.

A moment later, a message popped up on Yotsuba's phone. Shiraishi could barely make out that the sender was from the basketball club.

April seemed to have received some instructions after seeing the message. "Ah, sorry, I have something else to do. I'll be leaving now."

Shiraishi, for some reason, felt that it wasn't that simple, so he followed. Sure enough, they arrived at the basketball club's preparation room. Everyone else was already dressed and waiting for Yotsuba.

"So, this April guy has connections with the basketball team? Wasn't he just a foreign player for one game before?" Shiraishi continued to eavesdrop while thinking.

Although the conversation between the people inside was separated by the door, it had no effect on Bai Shi at all.

"So, Yotsuba-san, have you decided whether or not to join the basketball club?"

This guy! Bai Shi was shocked. Could it be that this guy had no intention of learning from the beginning?

"Thank you very much for your invitation," Yotsuba said. "But I'm very sorry, please allow me to decline. I understand the difficult situation everyone on the basketball club is in, but I have an important appointment after school. Of course, I'm always available to play as an outside support."

Yotsuba actually rejected others——

"Okay? Then there's nothing we can do. It's just a pity that your rare talent is wasted." The captain of the basketball team said with a reluctant smile.

"That's it. Even though I have no talent, there are still people cheering for me." Yotsuba seemed to be thinking of someone and said this with a smile.

What just happened almost stunned Bai Shi who was standing next to him.

Without noticing at all, Yotsuba had already turned and left, and when he turned a corner he ran into Shiraishi next to him.

Seeing Shiraishi squatting in the corner, Yotsuba was startled.

"What are you doing squatting on the ground?"

"Ah, I'm going to the library." Bai Shi lied.

"But the direction of the library is completely opposite to here." said Yotsuba.

Shiraishi didn't have the energy to fix his clumsy lie. "So it seems you've finished your work. Today's assignment is very strict. Are you prepared?"

"Yes, always ready."

Night gradually enveloped the city. In that single high-rise building, a family sat together happily enjoying their dinner.

Suddenly, several people's cell phones vibrated at the same time.

A few people were confused, and after opening them, they found that they were all messages from Bai Shi.

When I clicked on it, it turned out to be homework for different subjects.

"These are all homework. Do them well. I'll check them tomorrow."

Shiraishi, clutching his phone, was smug. Ichika's threat was nothing to him! Haha! Now the supervision was much more efficient!

"Give me back my student handbook immediately." Bai Shi said coldly.

There was a commotion in the five sisters' room early in the morning.

"I can't believe this man actually broke into a girl's room alone again." Nino sat on the sofa angrily.

"I gave the permission this time," Miku said.

"Oh, it's so noisy so early in the morning!" May said, yawning.

Chapter 211 Living in the same room

"I admit that I was wrong, but I have no ill intentions. I just wanted to get my student handbook back." Shiraishi told the truth.

"Oh? It's rare to be so honest." Nino crossed her legs and casually fiddled with Shiraishi's student ID. "Is there some unknown secret here?"

At this time, Yihua appeared.

"Nino, I put the things you asked me for yesterday here." Ichika put a small white box on the coffee table and left.

"That is..." Bai Shi took a quick glance.

"Can you do it alone?" Siye took a look and said with a smile.

"Of course I can. Don't treat me like a child." Nino was a little dissatisfied with her attitude and said in a tantrum.

"Okay, okay~ okay~"

Then Nino looked at Shiraishi who was standing beside her, snorted, and turned to go upstairs.

"If you want your student ID back, follow me."

This little girl was trying to do something weird again. Although Shiraishi was reluctant, he still chose to follow Nino back to her room.

"Hmph, I'm already being merciful by letting you into my room. I would never let you get close to my things."

"Okay, okay, stop nagging and just give my things back to me." Bai Shi closed the door.

But unexpectedly, Nino just turned her face to the side and lifted her hair. Then she glanced at Shiraishi with the corner of her eyes and said a little embarrassedly, "As long as you help me pierce my ears, I will return your student ID to you."

this--

"What is she doing all of a sudden?"

Regardless, Shiraishi grabbed the ear punch on the table and gently pinched Nino's earlobe. "Don't move."

His sudden approach and somewhat offensive gesture made Nino a little uncomfortable for a moment. As soon as she realized what Shiraishi was going to do, she subconsciously kicked him.

"Shh..." Shiraishi held his red calf and looked at Nino with great resentment. "What on earth do you want to do? I helped you pierce your ears and you kicked me, and you even threatened me not to return my things."

"That's because you rushed over in such a hurry that you weren't mentally prepared at all."

"Then just fight it yourself. Didn't you say you're not a child anymore?"

"No, I'm scared." I didn't expect Nino to be so honest.

"Ah." Bai Shi sighed and sat down on the floor beside the bed. "So why did you want to get your ears pierced? Let me tell you, this kind of thing is very painful and inconvenient."

"Don't judge things you haven't tried yourself." Nino swung her legs carelessly on the edge of the bed, seemingly not taking Shiraishi's words to heart.

"There's no particular reason," Nino said. "It's just that everyone has one, so I thought I should get one too."

"And no matter what, you should be a little hesitant about piercing someone's body!"

"Hesitation?" Bai Shi stopped pretending. He also wanted to scare the little girl. "I'm eager for the opportunity to take revenge on you. Why would I hesitate?"

Despite saying this, Nino really wanted to get her ears pierced, so I had no choice but to help her.

"I'm going to do it. I'm really going to do it." Bai Shi said with a smile.

Nino was stimulated by this prolonged torture and came up with a more perfect plan. There was no more fear in her eyes, instead, she held down Shiraishi's hand.

"Why do I have to suffer so much? It's really annoying. Do you want me to give you an ear piercing too? It'll be quick."

"What nonsense are you talking about?" Nino said as she slowly approached him.

"It's okay, I'll be gentle, you can rest assured."

The two of them struggled for a while, and finally ended the farce because Nino didn't dare and Shiraishi wouldn't let them.

The two went downstairs and found the sisters there.

"What were you doing just now?" Sanjiu asked worriedly.

"Anything is fine. After all, we are a single man and a single woman in the same room." Nino could see what Miku was thinking and was just teasing her.

She gave the punch back to Ichika.

"Is it all used up?" Ichika asked.

"No, it's useless. If I think about it carefully, I don't need to rush to get my ears pierced right now," Nino argued. "Maybe later, a little later."

"At least until I wear my wedding dress, there's no rush~"

On a rare day off, Shiraishi finally had some time to make up for the sleep he had missed in the past few days.

Because it was really not close to home, he simply found a house for himself not far from the five sisters. Even so, he was able to move into this house with the help of the five sisters' families.

When Yukino and the others found out, they said they were totally unwilling to do it. It felt as if Shiraishi was about to escape and never go back. Every time Shiraishi thought of the resentful looks in Yukino and Kaguya's eyes, he could only shake his head helplessly.

"There's no other way. Let's finish the things at hand first, and then go and coax them."

Chapter 212 A Flower Appears Suddenly

Ding Dong—a sharp and rapid ring of the doorbell, like an uninvited guest, abruptly penetrated the morning tranquility and disturbed Bai Shi's leisurely sleep. The sunlight filtered through the gaps in the curtains, scattering dappled light on his slightly messy hair, adding a touch of laziness to his face, which had not yet fully awakened.

"Hmm~~? Huwaaaa~" Bai Shi slowly opened his eyes with a long yawn, his eyes filled with reluctance to have his dream interrupted. He rubbed his sleepy eyes, barely propped himself up, and stumbled towards the door in his slippers.

"Good morning, Shiraishi." A clear, familiar voice echoed from outside, its tone undeniable. Shiraishi flung the door open, only to see Ichika, dressed neatly in her school uniform, standing gracefully outside. The sunlight filtered through her hair, casting dappled shadows and adding a touch of gentleness to her. However, the strange thing about this scene was that Shiraishi was wearing only a pair of loose underwear, clearly still half asleep.

"Wow!" Bai Shi exclaimed. He quickly retreated into the door and closed it in a panic, leaving only Yihua's helpless smile outside the door.

Inside, Shiraishi's heartbeat raced like a drum. He frantically searched for his clothes, secretly regretting his carelessness. After a few minutes, he was finally dressed, took a deep breath, and opened the door again, inviting Ichika in.

"Teacher, you really lack a sense of self-protection." Yihua said in her calm but slightly reproachful tone as soon as she entered the room. Hearing this, Shiraishi scratched his head awkwardly and let out a wry smile. "Haha, you're right. I'm really not used to this free and easy lifestyle. I'll pay more attention to it in the future, especially when it comes to safety. I'll make sure to lock the door chain."

Shiraishi looked at Ichika, who was still wearing her school uniform on the weekend, and was a little confused. "Are you still going to school today?"

But Ichika just shook her head. "I just thought this might motivate you more."

Is this some kind of play? This was Shiraishi's first thought, but it quickly vanished. It seemed like Ichika was really serious today.

Hearing this, Bai Shi felt a warm feeling in his heart. He looked at Yihua gratefully, then nodded seriously: "Thank you, Yihua. I am really lucky to have a friend like you by my side."

"I told you we're partners."

The two smiled at each other and then sat on the sofa in the living room.

"Teacher, before we delve into those complex and profound issues, I would like to give you a little surprise. How about we start our communication from the mouth?" Yihua's voice was gentle and full of expectation. Her words were like a ray of warm sunshine in spring, gently brushing Bai Shi's heart.

"Mouth--" Shiraishi was shocked. Was this communication too stimulating for Ichika?

Shiraishi looked up, a look of surprise and curiosity in his eyes. Ichika then took out an apron from her large bag and put it on over her uniform.

"What? Are you going to cook for me?"

Bai Shi felt a little relieved.

"What's wrong? Shiraishi wants something else? Or are you expecting something to happen?" Ichika smiled and put on an apron.

The apron she wore contrasted sharply with her school uniform, yet it was surprisingly harmonious, as if adding a touch of unusual color to this ordinary day...

"This... this is not good. I have almost no cooking tools here. How could you..." Shiraishi didn't finish his words, but Ichika had already given the answer with his actions.

From her bag, which seemed to hold the world, she unpacked the necessary items one by one: a kettle, cutlery, sealed containers, and even a small thermos. These simple items seemed to come alive in her hands, neatly arranged within the limited space of the kitchen.

"Teacher, have you forgotten what it was like when I first came here? At that time, there was only a lonely kettle here. But today, I am fully prepared." There was a hint of pride in Ichika's tone, as if she was showing Shiraishi her growth and changes.

As the water in the kettle gradually boiled, a warm atmosphere enveloped the entire room. Ichika began to bustle about, skillfully opening sealed containers and placing the carefully prepared food on plates one by one.

The aroma of the cod fish is 5.6 degrees, and the juicy fish meat is wrapped in the golden skin; the Japanese-style radish salad is refreshing and delicious, and the colorful vegetables and special salad dressing are intertwined to create a layered taste; the cold tofu is delicate and tender, and every bite is an ultimate tease to the taste buds; the omelet is golden and attractive, and the rolled edges reveal an attractive warmth.

The miso soup in the small thermos is even more mouth-watering. The addition of bean sprouts and fried tofu skin makes the soup more nutritious and rich in flavor.

"Everything is ready, please enjoy."

Chapter 213 Midterm exam is coming!

Ichika smiled as she pushed the food toward Shiraishi. Still wearing her apron, she sat across from him in a perfectly upright position. This scene made Shiraishi feel both awkward and heartwarming. He had never imagined someone would prepare breakfast so attentively for him; the warmth was the tranquility and beauty of this moment, as if time had frozen in time.

"Ichika-san, where's your share..." Shiraishi said with a hint of concern.

"Oh, I've already eaten." Ichika replied casually, but her eyes revealed a sense of satisfaction. "I don't think it's necessary to bring food for two people. After all, this kind of breakfast is more suitable for one person to enjoy quietly."

Hearing this, Shiraishi felt a surge of warmth in his heart. He picked up his chopsticks, picked up a piece of cod, and placed it in his mouth. At that moment, the richness of Xijing miso and the freshness of the cod blossomed on his tongue, like a warm current flowing into his heart. He couldn't help but exclaim heartfeltly, "Mmm! So delicious!"

When Yihua heard this, a faint smile appeared on her face, which was a kind of joy and satisfaction after being recognized. She lowered her head slightly, as if enjoying the tranquility and happiness of this moment.

For the rest of the day, the two quietly enjoyed this rare breakfast moment. As they ate, Shiraishi asked Ichika about her cooking process and experience, and Ichika patiently answered his questions. Her words were filled with her passion and dedication to cooking, which impressed Shiraishi.

"Ichika-san, you are really a very special girl." Shiraishi sighed sincerely, "You just need to study harder." Shiraishi nodded to himself as he spoke, as if he had agreed with what he said.

"Like I said, I get to choose my own path. You nerd, all you think about all day is studying."

After breakfast, Ichika quickly cleaned up the dishes and used the remaining hot water to make a cup of after-meal coffee for Shiraishi.

"Um... so, what's your business?" Shiraishi finally asked the question in his mind. He knew that Ichika couldn't have come all the way here just to make him a meal.

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