Chaos in Classroom of the Elite: Class 1-C

Under Horikita Manabu's "restraint," Yukio's class really didn't work at all today. They had a blast, singing karaoke and then heading to Shimokitazawa to check out the various small theaters there, watching all sorts of funny and quirky short plays.

These kinds of experiences, which aren't available within the confines of the Advanced Nurturing High School, brought everyone genuine joy.

After a day full of excitement, they returned to the hotel quite late. But as soon as they arrived, they were intercepted by Ichinose. It was unclear whether she had intentionally waited for them there, but as soon as Yukio stepped into the hotel, Ichinose came up to him: "Yukio-kun~"

"In a week, we're having a discount day at our food street. Would your class like to come and join the fun?"

At this moment, Ichinose was as radiant as ever. The only difference was the slight dark circles under her eyes, indicating she might not have had enough sleep, but her expression remained bright and cheerful.

While talking, she handed him a flyer. The flyer had various images of food and snacks, advertising all sorts of big discounts, performances, the food street's address, and other details. It looked pretty well put together.

Yukio smiled as he took the flyer, didn't even ask any questions, and casually took a photo to post in the class group chat: "I've posted it in the chat. I'll go check it out, and any other classmates who are interested can join."

"That's great~" Ichinose was clearly delighted that Yukio agreed so readily: "When you come, I'll make sure to give you all a proper tour."

"I asked the other classes, and they all said the special exam is important, so only a few people might take time off to come and play. I was worried it wouldn't be lively enough."

"But if your class comes too, it'll definitely be more lively."

Yukio didn't think much of it and casually handed the flyer to Ishizaki: "Consider it supporting your class's business strategy."

"Eh? No, no." Ichinose quickly realized why Yukio had agreed so readily and, feeling a bit embarrassed, denied it: "Actually, this was a strategy from Kiriyama-senpai and his group."

"I'm just helping out. If it can bring more business to Grandma Ueno and the others, that would be great."

Yukio glanced at Ichinose, unable to suppress the slight smile on his lips. She truly was pure-hearted—willing to help even the strategies of a rival class if it meant supporting the older shopkeepers at the food street.

Throughout the school, there might be only one person like her: "No worries, I'll still come."

"Mm-hmm, I'll be waiting for you then!" After saying this, Ichinose went off to greet the other familiar members of Yukio's class, asking if they wanted to come and have fun.

It was just what they wanted—Takahashi had told them not to work, and they were being paid for doing nothing, so they were looking for something to do. Seeing that the second-year Class A had made the food street quite interesting, many members of Yukio's class agreed to go.

As for Yukio, he first returned to his room, then headed to the emergency exit, and walked to the staircase where he had met the previous day. There, he saw Karuizawa, who had arrived early, sitting obediently waiting for him.

When Yukio walked up, he was a bit taken aback by her appearance. From his angle, Karuizawa was sitting on the steps.

Her rounded, straight calves were wrapped in black mid-thigh stockings, and because she was sitting on a lower step, her bent knees were higher than her thighs.

From Yukio's perspective, he couldn't see the back of her thighs, only the elegant, fair curve near the top of her thighs and a hint of black lace fabric that carried a mysterious allure.

Yukio subconsciously raised his hand to touch his nose—fortunately, it was just a warmth in his nasal cavity and not a nosebleed.

"You're here~" Perhaps not noticing Yukio's gaze, Karuizawa instead looked like a bird returning to its nest, getting up and running down the stairs, throwing herself into Yukio's arms.

Her joyful demeanor was reminiscent of a small kitten, barely the size of a palm, that you might occasionally see nestled in a cardboard box on the side of the road, gazing at you with innocent, pure eyes filled with happiness.

As she nestled into Yukio's embrace, Karuizawa seemed still unsatisfied, rubbing her head against his clothes to get even closer, feeling incredibly satisfied!

Yukio simply thought it was the typical excitement of a young girl in love, feeling like being apart for one day was like being separated for three years. Little did he know how nervous and self-conscious Karuizawa actually was at that moment.

She actually did it! Karuizawa's face turned bright red as she covered it with her hands, afraid that Yukio might notice something.

Her heart was filled with shyness. Even though Karuizawa usually pretended to be a bold gyaru, she would normally keep her legs tightly together while sitting on the stairs to avoid being seen. But this time, she had deliberately left them slightly apart and even wore the most daring piece she had.

As she waited for Yukio to arrive, her heart was pounding like a drum, filled with nervous excitement. When she finally saw him, she felt so overwhelmed with nervousness and embarrassment that she thought she might pass out...

But seeing the look of amazement on Yukio's face made Karuizawa feel completely at ease and happy. It turns out that those online tips for attracting men really do work!

Unable to suppress her overwhelming shyness any longer, she quickly jumped into Yukio's arms.

'Yukio... must like it, right? Oh no, it's so embarrassing—my ears feel like they're burning and about to melt and bleed.'

'And, and... what if Yukio thinks I'm too easy? That would be terrible! Maybe... maybe I should have worn something more innocent instead?'

Yukio didn't overthink it. He gently wrapped his arms around Karuizawa: "Why were you so eager to meet me?"

"I, I..." Karuizawa certainly couldn't say that she had spent the day online reading a bunch of "How to Make Your Boyfriend Like You More" tips and wanted to try them out.

With her mind in chaos, filled with conflicting thoughts—wondering if a pure white one would have been better, or if something with cute little animals would have been more innocent and appealing—she instinctively gave the most sincere answer: "Because... I missed you."

It wasn't a lie. Before, they had just been in a spy-master relationship, and it didn't matter if they didn't see each other for a while. But now that their relationship was confirmed, just one day apart made Karuizawa feel empty inside. She longed to see Yukio, to rush into his arms, and to be embraced by him like this.

It was just a simple hug, but as Karuizawa honestly expressed her longing, she felt her heart gradually calm down. The shyness, the burning ears—all of it started to fade away.

She just wanted to lean against him like this, without thinking about anything.

Yukio instinctively tightened his hold on the sweet girl in his arms, his eyes filled with a gentle, doting light. Karuizawa's confession confirmed his earlier suspicions.

Of all the girls he knew, Karuizawa seemed the strongest on the outside, but in reality, she was the one who felt the least secure.

So, he knew he had to handle this part carefully. As Yukio thought about this, he gently pulled Karuizawa slightly away from his chest.

Then, with one hand, he cupped her cheek and leaned in for a soft kiss. "I missed you too," he whispered.

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