Even so, how does the club still function?
Just as I was about to accept that explanation, Minase shook her head.
“That’s not it.”
“Eh?”
“Up until spring, there were more people in the Second Literature Club. They’re just not here now.”
“……What do you mean?”
“Because Isa joined.”
Flatly. Without a hint of emotion.
In the same tone as someone reading a news script, Minase continued.
“So all the other members quit.”
“…………”
“That’s why there’s only one member in the Second Literature Club.… Read more
How I Came to Call You “Natsuki” Volume 1 Chapter 2 part 2
“So… she was an entertainer, huh? That girl…”
“Yes. Though currently, she doesn’t seem to be very active in the industry.”
“I see. That explains why the student council president asked me… I think I get it now.”
If that’s the case, the hurdle was higher than I thought.
I already made a bad first impression on Shiranui.
On top of that, how was I supposed to convince her to return to show business?… Read more
How I Came to Call You “Natsuki” Volume 1 Chapter 1 part 14
TLNOTE : I’m really sorry! The timeline glitched, and Chapter 2 part 1 posted before Chapter Chapter 1 part 14 was fully posted. I’m fixing it now!
“Can I assume you already have someone specific in mind?”
“You catch on quick—that’s a big help. Yes, I already have specific students I’d like you to work with.”
Just as I thought. President Tokimoto already had certain people in mind when he brought this up.
“Each of them was admitted for their exceptional talent.… Read more
How I Came to Call You “Natsuki” Volume 1 Chapter 2 part 1
Episode 2: [The Natsuki(s) of Seishinkan]
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The first time I was confronted with the pure, undeniable fact that I was just not worth caring about was back when I was still in elementary school.
It happened at a standing buffet during some party.
I don’t remember the exact location, but it was at a high-end hotel somewhere in Tokyo. My mother had dragged me along to one of her work events—some corporate party.… Read more
How I Came to Call You “Natsuki” Volume 1 Chapter 1 part 13
“It’s okay, you don’t have to be so stiff. Just relax.”
The other student—seated at the desk—spoke in a gentle voice.
He wasn’t wearing an armband, but there was only one person in the entire school allowed to sit in that chair.
“Nice to meet you.”
I said.
Though I’d seen him from afar, this was our first conversation, so it felt appropriate.
He responded:
“Yeah, nice to meet you. I’m Tokimoto Kazusa, the student council president.… Read more
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“Kageyuki-san, you’re not mad?”
“Huh? Me?”
“Yeah.”
“No, I’m not mad, but…”
“…I see…”
She gave a small nod, like something clicked for her. Then—
“Well, I look forward to working with you.”
“Wait—now you say that!? After all this!?”
It kinda sounded like she wanted to keep using me for story material.
I wasn’t sure how to feel about that. I might need some time to think it over.… Read more
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Now that I think about it, it’s strange. If she was just going to introduce me to the student council president, Kimiya could’ve just asked me straight up. I wouldn’t have refused even without all this buildup.
She’s helped me enough to deserve that. Actually, even if she hadn’t, it’s not something I’d turn down outright.
Despite that, Kimiya took the time to prepare a handmade lunch before bringing up the topic.Of course, the lunch might have just been something she made separately, completely unrelated to what she wanted to talk about—but the timing was just a little too perfect for that.… Read more
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“I’ve heard the reason you chose this school, Sou-san.”
Kimiya said.
Just like she said, of all people, I had only told her the real reason I picked this school.
—Because I want to deal with human relationships in a calculated way.
I didn’t share the full details. It’s not like I have some concrete goal.
But even though I only explained my general intent, she still offered me her support without asking for more.
“That said, I can’t agree with you pushing yourself so hard.”… Read more
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These days, robot vacuum cleaners are getting pretty advanced, but they’re still just flat disks, and I wasn’t about to let them take over my job. For now, there was still demand for what I did.
“…Alright. That should do it.”
Looking over the cleaned-up clubroom, I muttered to myself with a sense of accomplishment.
It wasn’t exactly sparkling, but it was more than good enough for regular use.
Apparently, the Drama Club mostly used the practice spaces and performance hall in the main building, so they didn’t often come to their clubroom.… Read more
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At the request of this self-proclaimed fairy who refused to lift a finger, I pushed open the door labeled Second Literature Club – First Clubroom.
The moment I did, the sight of a cluttered room—and one girl sitting inside—greeted me.
“…………”
“————”
The girl inside froze, staring at me with a what the hell? expression.
Can’t blame her—some random guy just walked in carrying a person. As for the fairy on my back?
“I’m home, Mina!”… Read more