Early Sakurai Ai perfectly portrayed the shyness of a high school girl in love.
The two spicy friends retreated to the side, quietly watching Early Sakurai Ai's performance.
Yan Xi: "..."
So Yan Xi, who should be cooperating with Early Sakurai Ai's performance, pretended not to see it.
"It's time for class, I'll go back to the classroom first." Yan Xi waved his hand and said to Early Sakurai Ai.
"Hmm, Yan Xi-kun, bye~" Early Sakurai Ai waved goodbye, then was chased by her friends with questions about the 'progress of your relationship' love topic.
Girls at this age are really all about love.
Yan Xi returned to the classroom, and he had already gotten used to the admiring glances of his classmates.
"Yan Xi-sama, this is this week's!"
Suzuki, the son of the Suzuki Zaibatsu, who was once an enemy but now a lackey, handed Yan Xi an envelope.
Yan Xi: "..."
No, what are you doing, you jerk!
Can't you do this secretly!
In front of the other students in the class!
Obviously, Yan Xi had also fallen into the weakness of human nature, and he had an idol baggage after being admired by people.
Suzuki grinned and said, "I've collected everyone's respect, so it's convenient for Yan Xi-sama to use it!"
What's "respect", does he think he's a gangster!
It's simply slandering my innocence!
The eyes of everyone in the class were focused on him, it was like they were roasting Yan Xi over a fire.
Alas, his face was still not thick enough!
"What do you take me for, I, Yan Xi, will never accept such handouts!" Yan Xi said righteously.
But this money was something he earned through his own ability, and he felt comfortable using it.
"As expected of Yan Xi-sama!"
The crowd began to cheer, spitting out various words of praise.
It's said that the power of the Heaven's Gate can't be misused.
Knowing that this was false support, Yan Xi couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction.
Who doesn't love to hear good things, it's flattery.
The rest was fine, but Yan Xi couldn't accept false emotions (specifically referring to men and women), so he wouldn't use his substitute ability in that aspect... at least not so far.
But Yan Xi had no confidence in his self-control, maybe one day he would become a beast of desire.
He showed off his high-minded morals in front of his classmates, but in private he found Suzuki and told him to directly transfer the money to his account in the future.
"Keep it low-key from now on!"
Yan Xi hit Suzuki's head.
Since it wasn't a girl, he used extra force, the kind that carried personal grievances.
"Understood!"
Suzuki, who was beaten, was still proud of it, a perfect example of a lackey.
Yan Xi's actions could only be described as hypocritical, but he didn't mind being exposed.
He just acted in line with the atmosphere in class because his face wasn't thick enough.
And Suzuki and the others' offering behavior was spontaneous, Yan Xi didn't extort or blackmail them.
Yan Xi held the heavy envelope.
Due to size limitations, it only contained 200 Fukuzawa Yukichi bills.
2 million was a small amount for these rich kids, and they, who had access to Yan Xi's bank account, were planning to send over their saved-up New Year's money.
Even in hardship, we must not make our big brother suffer! This is the highest level of consciousness of a younger brother!
"By the way, do you know any artist agencies?" Yan Xi suddenly remembered the matter of Sakurajima Mai.
Sakurajima Mai was indeed a national-level idol, but after accumulating so much for so long, there might be resistance in resource allocation.
Plus, the entertainment industry has always had a bad reputation. Although Sakurajima Mai would never engage in any under-the-table deals, some people might think so.
"Yan Xi-sama, have you taken a liking to any artist? Please let me arrange it!" Suzuki immediately said in a lackey manner.
Honestly, Yan Xi was tempted for a moment.
Which high school student could resist such a test! No wonder power is so tempting.
"No." Yan Xi shook his head and said, "Sakurajima Mai and I are in a relationship... you understand what I mean?"
"As expected of Yan Xi-sama!"
It was that same tired line again, it seemed like they had become used to it.
Won't it become their catchphrase?
Don't do that, it's so embarrassing!
"Don't worry, Yan Xi-sama, I'll take care of everything when I get back! I'll ensure that Sakurajima Mai-san gets the best resources and I'll also warn those who dare to be disrespectful."
Yan Xi highly praised this guy, he truly had good judgment.
After all, he was the son of the Suzuki Zaibatsu, acting meekly in school, but when released he would lord over others.
The original story of "Kaguya-sama: Love is War" doesn't mention it, but in this world, Suzuki is one of the four major zaibatsu, alongside Shijo.
"You're smart." Yan Xi said in approval.
"This is my duty!" Suzuki said quietly, "Also, I know some famous artists, should I arrange something for you?"
"Pfft!" Yan Xi almost choked on his own saliva.
"You really are a talent!" Yan Xi said through gritted teeth.
"Cough, this matter... we'll talk about it later."
Yan Xi silently recited in his heart, 'sinful, sinful'.
Since obtaining the substitute ability, he has been constantly tested.
He has been through a lot to be able to persevere until now!
The day's classes ended, Yan Xi declined his classmates' invitation to go karaoke and chose to go home directly.
Sakurajima Mai called at the right time, saying, "Sorry, I didn't contact you much today."
Yan Xi said, "I understand, you have to work."
Newly-in-love couples just want to be together 24/7.
Sakurajima Mai couldn't always be with Yan Xi because of her work, and felt a little guilty about it.
But this was right up Yan Xi's alley. His daily life was too 'full', if Sakurajima Mai kept clinging to him it would be a bit troublesome.
"Are you coming back today?" Yan Xi asked.
"I have to go to school tomorrow, I'll go back to Kanagawa after work today."
"Okay, then work hard."
"Yeah, thanks."
The conversation between the two was still a bit restrained, after all, they were only dating.
After hanging up the phone, Yan Xi took the train back to Shibuya.
He was again harassed by messages from Kosaka Honoka, saying that she had found a first-year who could compose music.
But the other party didn't seem interested in them, unwilling to help.
Yan Xi thought, composing music isn't as simple as helping out with class assignments or answering roll call, it would be strange for someone to help a stranger just like that.
Yan Xi replied, "Use your unwavering determination to inspire her."
Kosaka Honoka: "I see!"
Ah, no, even if he didn't say anything, Kosaka Honoka would have persisted in harassing the other person, right!
Why does it seem like he's the one who's instigating it now!
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