Reborn in Tokyo after picking up Sayu who ran away from home

Chapter 466 The Protector and the Protected

Early the next morning, pure white sunlight shone into the room, and the chirping of birds came from outside.

Today is the fourth day of off-campus teaching, and it is also the day when the off-campus teaching is declared to end.

The students who packed their luggage got on the bus one after another.

In comparison, because some parents of the students chose to pick them up by themselves, the number of people taking the bus was much smaller.

After confirming the number of people, one bus scheduled to go to Tokyo was also cancelled.

Even under such circumstances, the assignment of classes on each bus is no longer uniform.

Take the car that Yusuke Kato was sitting in as an example, it is a combination of students from Class A, Class E, and Class F at the same time.

The teachers who were with them were Masaru Nakamura and Kanoko Hasumi.

Except for him and Kato's team, let's not ignore the F class where Yinglili is.

When they found out about this, the other students in Class A and Class E were very happy, and many students secretly clenched their fists and applauded in a low voice.

Just as Nakamura Katsuki is popular among girls on campus, the gentle and kind Kanoko Hasumi is equally popular among boys.

Today's Kanoko Hasumi dresses in a very gentle style, with the feeling of a delicate new wife.

The ends of the brown hair were slightly curled, and two locks of hair hung lightly in front of the face.

She was wearing an Off-White long skirt with back slits, a simple white top, and a water blue thin knit jacket.The delicate black four-leaf clover pendant will complement fair skin tones.

Generally speaking, a teacher feels like a teacher and doesn't make people think too much, but she exudes an unworldly atmosphere, which makes people follow her shadow unconsciously.

The girls couldn't help discussing in whispers.

"Hey, what's the matter? I think Hasumi-sensei is even prettier than usual!"

"I understand! And it feels completely different!"

"Did you have a boyfriend?"

"Hey, but is there any good match among the teachers in our school?"

"Could it be that you are dating Mr. Nakamura?"

"Hey~~~ Don't want that kind of thing. Although those two people are indeed a good match...but I still don't want it!"

In contrast, the behavior of the boys is much simpler, they just secretly look at them intentionally or unintentionally.

Occasionally, when friends take the opportunity to tease them, they will yell and fight together, as if they are using this method to cover up their embarrassment.

The bustling and lively atmosphere seemed to continue the off-campus teaching time that was drawing to a close.

On the way back, Kato Yusuke didn't change seats with Kako, and sat with Kei conveniently.

As he was walking towards the back row, the conversation between the two boys from class A inadvertently reached his ears.

"When the pleasant off-campus teaching is on the return trip, it is not the unsmiling director Shancheng who is with me, but the beautiful female teacher. It's amazing! Right? Lunya."

"...The other party is a three-dimensional woman in her mid-twenties? Xiyan."

"But isn't it common in beautiful girl games? This kind of bridge where you can spend sweet time with the female teacher character."

"Although it's not that there are no such works, and there are a few names popping up in my head now, but——!"

An Yilun also said sternly: "Only a few of those works are pure love works where the teacher is the heroine, and most of the rest are in a subtle classification that is not suitable for high school students to play.

Therefore, you guys must have played the works of the Eighteen Bans!That's a violation of ethical review standards, huh? "

The boy called Xiyan, who seemed to be his friend, waved his hand indifferently and said:
"You are still the same in this respect, and you still have a mental cleanliness about some meaningless things. But let's not talk about that, Lunya, don't you like the attributes of teachers?"

"Where, teacher, elder sister, younger sister, childhood sweetheart, senior sister, junior sister, lively type, silent type, unbelievable type, violent type, which one is great, right?"

"Yes... yes?"

"However, I have established a principle... that is, I will not allow myself to fall in love with a heroine who cannot be captured. You think, no matter how much you like the other party, the love that cannot be conveyed by your heart is too uncomfortable, right?"

"...I feel even more uncomfortable after listening to your speech just now, so Hasumi-sensei isn't in your strike zone?"

"Well... If you want to say, the event of successfully planting the flag with Xiao Jianai is too high from various levels, but it is not completely worth looking forward to."

"What, that is to say, it's not like you're completely incapable of falling in love with three-dimensional women."

The two were joking around with a playful smile, and there was a shy otaku vibe about them.

Kato Yusuke glanced at them expressionlessly, and then sat down in the empty last row.

Whether it's in the classroom or on the bus, he prefers this secluded location.

After confirming that all the people are present, the bus starts to move slowly.

Just when he took out the digital screen from his schoolbag and was about to catch up with the progress of the comic manuscript.

Accompanied by a wisp of fragrant wind, a petite figure suddenly sat down beside him.

"……morning."

"Morning, what can I do for you?"

"what?"

Eiriri looked over with an expression of "What are you talking about?"

"Otherwise, there is no need to sit here specially, isn't there a lot of empty seats around?"

"I like it here, don't I?"

"Oh."

A few seconds passed.

"You brought this, pen display." Ying Lili said as if she had nothing to say.

Kato Yusuke hummed, glanced at the many empty seats around, and explained:

"... After all, I have to draw the original manuscript. There are too many things in the past two days, and the progress is a little behind."

"Progress? Are you preparing Dong COMI's work?"

"Not at all."

Looking at Ying Lili who was looking puzzled, it occurred to him that he hadn't talked about comics with her yet.

As far as the relationship between the two is concerned, there is actually no need to hide anything.

So he pondered for a while, and then continued: "Something went wrong, I probably won't be able to draw doujinshi for a period of time, and now I'm drawing the original draft of "Chain Saw Man."

"Is that so... eh—?"

There was a second delay.

"Wait, what did you just say——!?"

As if being shocked, Ying Lili involuntarily stood up from her seat and cried out.

The clear voice attracted the attention of many people, Kato Yusuke looked around, frowned and said:
"I'll tell you slowly, so calm down and sit down, it's too conspicuous now."

After being reminded by him, Ying Lili realized the environment she was in, and her whole face turned red instantly, so she hurriedly sat down on the seat, and at the same time glared at him vigorously as if she was angry.

"It's all your fault, you made me so ashamed, explain it to me clearly!"——Zhanlan's eyes were full of anger.

Kato Yusuke gave her back a calm look, and said calmly:

"Will you be too surprised? After all, I rely on this to make money and pay back your family's money. Is there anything wrong?"

"All the way—no! You never said anything like that!"

"I didn't mean to hide it from you on purpose, it's just that things have happened one after another during this period of time, and we rarely have the opportunity to get along alone, so this situation was created by accident, can you understand? "

"Whose fault do you think it was, isn't it all your fault?" Ying Lili said angrily, showing the truth mercilessly.

The fact is indeed the case, if not for Kato Yusuke, including herself, they would not have experienced so many incidents.

So although Ying Lili's words were harsh, they did not mean to vent her grievances a little bit.

As for whether it was dissatisfaction with his bad behavior a while ago, or dissatisfaction that he rarely had the opportunity to get along with him, only the person concerned knew.

"Sorry, I know this, but I didn't expect you to be so surprised that I drew manga."

Facing the girl's condemnation, Kato Yusuke had no position to argue, and expressed his apology frankly.

"That's the problem! You've always been doing these things quietly. Not only did you suddenly say you don't want to draw doujinshi, but now you're inexplicably becoming a serial manga artist, and you're also the author of "The Chainsaw Man." Are you going ashore?"

"It's not a matter of whether to go ashore or not. It's basically just a matter of livelihood. The reasons are more complicated. I can tell you what you want to hear."

"Let's talk!"

Seeing that Ying Lili was so irritable, he didn't say anything more, so he briefly talked about the conflict with Hongsaka Zhuyin and why he couldn't draw the book.

"That's basically it. Later, because of Shiba-senpai's relationship, I signed a contract with the Undead River manga department."

"Actually...actually..."

The girl's body trembled slightly, and even her twin ponytails trembled, as if restraining something.

"Actually?"

"Trash, scum, liar, go to hell! It's too much to have lied to me for so long!" Ying Lili said all at once, looking even more angry than before.

Kato Yusuke frowned slightly, feeling a little puzzled by her state.

"...It's my fault that I didn't tell you this in time, but you don't need to be so angry, at least the matter has been resolved."

"It's because of this that it makes people angry! Why do you want to hide it from me??"

"No, I've said it all. It's just that I didn't have the right opportunity to tell you before. I don't mean to hide it from you subjectively."

"So! So! Say! Do you think I can't compare to that Benizaka Zhuyin?"

"Hmm...? What aspect of comparison are you referring to...?"

"...!"

Ying Lili was speechless for a while.

Thinking about it carefully, no matter in terms of painting skills, works, reputation in the industry, or status, the gap between the two parties is similar to that of adults and elementary school students.

The only thing that can be compared is probably the family background.

Although there were rumors that that Hongsaka Zhuyin was also a young lady from a wealthy family, compared to her family of diplomats, she was obviously inferior.

However, as an author, it is a disgraceful cheating behavior to compare family background.

Besides, the money Hongsaka Zhuyin has earned over the years has already surpassed the level of ordinary rich people.

In such a comparison, even Ying Lili felt that she would lose outright.

Even so, there are some things that cannot be compromised!

"—Anyway!"

She clenched her small fists tightly, gritted her teeth and said in a resolute tone: "Don't hide it from me in the future, even if you face that Red Banner Akane, as the president, I will protect you!"

"..."

Kato Yusuke couldn't help being dumbfounded, speechless for a while.

"protect you."

These words came to my ears clearly and into my heart, as if I touched something lightly.

He slowly raised his gaze.

What came into my eyes was a girl with a determined face, with the corners of her eyes hanging down.

As a creator who has been immersed in the otaku field longer than him, Eriri must be very aware of the meaning of the name Benizaka Akane in the industry.

However, even under such a premise, after knowing that he was threatened, he still said that he would protect him, and forced himself to show a posture of confrontation with Benizaka Akane.

Kato Yusuke was a little touched, but also a little relieved, and then said warmly:
"Thank you, but don't be so nervous, as I said, the matter has been resolved."

Ying Lili stretched out a finger, pointed at him with the tip of her finger, so close that she almost poked his face, and said:

"Then you promise me that you will tell me when you encounter such a thing in the future, and you will be the first to tell me!"

"...This, you don't need to be the first one, right? But I will try my best."

"Then, let's pull the hook."

"Pull the hook?"

"Ok!"

The slender index finger retracted and replaced with a more delicate little finger.

"..."

Kato Yusuke thought for a while, then stretched out the little finger of his right hand, and made a promise with the tender little finger in front of him.

"Is that all right?"

"It's only temporary. If you dare to lie, I will never forgive you!" Ying Lili warned in a serious tone, but this style did not suit her at all.

Kato Yusuke couldn't help smiling when he saw this, he raised the hand that had pulled the hook, gently touched the little head next to him, and replied that he knew.

Because of this action, Ying Lili raised her eyebrows in dissatisfaction, but said nothing, then lowered her head slightly, and leaned a little closer to him.

"...?"

Kato Yusuke stopped, feeling a little puzzled.

Judging from Yinglili's current behavior, it seemed that she was asking him to touch her for a while, but he was a little uncertain, which made him uncertain for a while, and he fell into a dilemma.

in silence.

I don't know if he guessed what he was thinking, but the muffled murmur suddenly sounded.

"...touch for a while."

'Is that what it really means? ' Kato Yusuke thought to himself, and started stroking that little furry head again.

The touch from the hand is soft and silky, and when the fingertips run across the hair, it seems to be able to hear the slight rustling sound.

Touching and touching, he couldn't help but think of Xiao Hei at home.

I always feel that it seems to be much more comfortable than Xiao Hei.

Ying Lili didn't speak, just lowered her head silently, letting his warm palms caress her head, as if enjoying it very much.

'It's almost like a cat. 'He thought wildly, and then said, "I never thought you'd be quite a spoiled child."

"...I'm pulling!"

The small hand gently pinched a small piece of flesh on his side, sending out a strong signal of displeasure.

The corner of Kato Yusuke's mouth twitched slightly, and he said speechlessly, "Didn't you still look like you were drawing a clear line just now? Are you going to use this method to get closer so soon?"

"... Long-winded, this is just an encouragement for you."

"encourage?"

"...Well, I'm sorry, I couldn't help you when you needed it." Ying Lili murmured in a low voice, feeling a little depressed.

"..."

The movement of Kato Yusuke's hands froze again, and then recovered immediately.

"...That's not your fault, and thank you."

"……Fool."

While the bus was driving, the two maintained such a posture and just touched their heads for a short period of time.

……

(End of this chapter)