Zongman: Unknowingly trapped in the hatchet

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[Want to answer...?]

[But if I were to answer...how would I answer?]

[No, no, no. What is there to think about?]

[Ayaka is a man, so just reject her directly. Isn't that enough?]

[After all... isn't this just a game?]

[But if it's a game, why not let yourself confess?]

When people are extremely nervous, they will feel like their blood is freezing.

Remember, it’s not an illusion.

Even in the hot summer, people still can't stop shivering and shaking.

The coldness from within is so severe that even the fire of the sun cannot stop it.

Hikigaya felt exactly like this right now.

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Tick-tick-tick-

In the activity classroom, an old clock hung on the wall, making a tiny sound.

No one pays attention to it on weekdays.

But because of Ayaka's sudden confession, no one dared to speak, not even to breathe.

now.

This voice, which is usually ignored, is so clear.

But it's a bit upsetting.

"That's enough, Ayaka."

Su Qing looked at Caijia with a slightly encouraging look.

Others may not understand.

But knowing that Caijia is a woman, Su Qing can get a glimpse of this courage.

"What's the meaning.?"

Hikigaya turned his head to look at Su Qing, and there was disappointment in his questioning voice.

"I should have said this was a simulation, right?" Su Qing continued slowly, as if he didn't notice the disappointed look of his friend next to him.

"Because it's a game, it's not clear whether Tobe is playing truth or dare. While leaving room for himself, he's also leaving room for Ebina.

Based on Ebina's previous remarks, rejecting the Ministry of Finance was a sure thing.

The other party may even say "This is a game, right?" like Hikigaya, to ease the awkward atmosphere of Tobe's failed confession.

But the Ministry of Revenue may not appreciate this kindness.

With his personality, or the thinking of a normal person, he would think that his feelings were regarded as a so-called "big adventure".

Even if it is the truth, are the feelings expressed in the game worthy of complete trust?

Based on this situation, confessing again will become the popular choice.

And this confession will definitely be more formal than the last time.

But what will follow will surely be a result that is even more unacceptable than the last time."

"So that's why you suggested we play this game?"

Yukino asked blankly.

But the look he gave Su Qing was a little complicated.

“Some things can only be truly understood if you experience them yourself.”

Su Qing said softly.

"Can't you just tell Tobe and give up when Himena says no?"

Yui asked, not expecting the matter to be so complicated.

“When people feel desperate, they don’t think of anything.”

Su Qing shook his head.

This is the gambler and the mentality of relying on luck.

Who doesn’t know that after playing for a while, you can start studying?

Who doesn’t know that if they continue to lose, they will lose everything?

Who doesn’t know that if you don’t work hard now, you will regret it one day in the future?

People always hope for the best.

When this luck is infinitely magnified, people will forget everything and then take a gamble.

——“Bo” in gambling.

"No wonder I always feel like there's something wrong with this method..."

Yukino murmured.

If it weren't for Su Qing, she would probably have really adopted this method in the end.

If it is true as Su Qing said.

Will the result at that time be what she wants to see?

"It's okay, Xiaoxue. There are still several days before the school trip, we can just figure it out together."

Seeing Yukino's disappointment, Yui smiled and fed her a cookie.

"Thank you."

Yukino's originally depressed heart suddenly felt a lot more relaxed because of Yui's words.

"So... you planned it from the beginning. Right?" Hikigaya asked.

"Yeah." Su Qing did not deny it.

"Huh..." Hikigaya slowly exhaled a breath, as if he had been suppressing it for a long time.

"Then why. Don't let me confess. It would be the same if I came, wouldn't it?"

Hikigaya didn't know why he clenched his right fist at this moment.

[I just asked you not to let Ayaka do anything excessive...]

[You agreed, didn't you?]

[I believe you won’t do that…]

[Why? Aren’t we friends?]

[Or am I... once again making my own decision about the relationship between Su Qing and I?]

A flame seemed to be burning in Hikigaya's chest.

Not anger.

But it still burned so hard that he couldn't breathe.

"Different."

Facing Hikigaya's questioning, Su Qing just slowly uttered a few words.

"What's the difference?"

Hikigaya stood up suddenly, and his eyes, which were usually calm, now looked sharp.

"You'll find out during the school trip."

Su Qing explained softly.

"What is that? Talking to yourself? In this way... who would understand?!"

Hikigaya no longer knew what tone and mood he was using when he said these words.

It's obviously not easy to make friends.

Not friends who play house together.

Not friends who maintain a superficial relationship hypocritically.

But the real...

Oh my friend……

"Yawada, you misunderstood Su Qing..."

Hikigaya's outburst came so suddenly that no one could react.

Or I am a little confused about the situation.

Might be a bit funny though.

But a confession between two men shouldn't be "excessive", right?

Seeing that the situation was about to get out of control, Ayaka stood beside Hikigaya, grabbed Hikigaya's hand tightly, and tried to calm him down.

"Ayaka..."

Perhaps because his attention was diverted by Aika, Hikigaya really calmed down a lot, but the inexplicable feeling of loss still lingered in his heart.

"Sorry. I went a little overboard just now..."

Hikigaya apologized to Su Qing, then put on his schoolbag and said to Xue No:

"Minister, I'm a little tired today. I want to go back first, is that okay?"

"Yeah. Go back and have a good rest."

Yukino nodded slightly.

Although I don't know why Hikigaya suddenly became abnormal, letting him calm down is undoubtedly the best option.

After getting Yukino's permission, Hikigaya signaled to Ayaka to let go, then left the Service Club without looking back.

"That...I will explain it to him."

This is the first time Ayaka has seen Hikigaya like this, but can Su Qing be blamed?

If the other person hadn't appeared, perhaps I would have had to hide in a corner for the rest of my life and watch Hikigaya alone.

Caijia knew it very well.

Su Qing wanted to help convey this feeling.

It comes down to it.

Or is it because she is timid, because she cannot declare her female identity to the outside world.

"It's okay if he can't explain it clearly. He will think it through."

Su Qing still smiled faintly, as if nothing had happened.

"Yes!" Ayaka nodded heavily, and then asked Yukino for permission to leave early.

After getting the consent, she trotted away.

Only in this way can you catch up with those who are important but have left.

After Hikigaya and Ayaka left.

Only three people were left in the five-member service.

Tick-tick-tick-

even so.

The somewhat old clock is still turning.

Never stop.

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