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At the very back of the classroom, extra desks and chairs were neatly arranged, leaving only a few tables pieced together in the very center. For a moment, the classroom, which could only accommodate a few dozen people, seemed unusually spacious.
Sitting at the center table was a girl wearing a dark school uniform suit with two silver buttons on the chest, a mini plaid skirt, black knee-high socks, and black round-toed leather shoes.
Her long, black hair, reaching past her shoulders, was as smooth as silk, with a glossy black color. Whether it fell naturally or was tied up gently, it looked so natural and so captivating.
Her hair was tied with red ribbon bows on both sides, her posture was upright, and her skin was as white as snow, as if it had never been exposed to the sun, exuding a faint, healthy glow.
The stunningly beautiful girl, like an elf, blended seamlessly into the warm atmosphere; her mere presence was enough to bring joy.
At this moment, the girl had already marked the book with a bookmark and closed a thick book with gold-edged edges.
He pinched the bridge of his nose, his tone somewhat helpless.
"Hiratsuka-sensei, haven't I told you many times that you should knock before coming in?"
"Hey, you never answer the door when I knock, do you?"
"That's because you always come in before I can respond, right, teacher?"
"Alright, alright, let's not talk about that anymore. I'm here to add new members to your club. Alright, Hachiman, come out now."
Hachiman Hikigaya was "gently" patted out by Shizuka Hiratsuka, and then opened his mouth with an uneasy look in his eyes.
"Um, I'm Hachiman Hikigaya from Class C, second year. I'm here to join the club."
"No, I refuse. This dull-witted guy has been staring at me with a lewd look since the beginning, and I'm worried about my personal safety if I'm in the same club as him."
Yukino Yukinoshita said with a hint of disdain in her eyes.
"Don't speak so quickly. As you can see, although this guy's personality is extremely twisted, his lonely nature is as pitiful as his eyes."
However, he is quite capable and can be useful in many situations. Moreover, he understands the importance of weighing gains and losses and protecting himself, so even if he harbors ill intentions towards you, it will only remain a thought.
Of course, most importantly, this is my request: I hope you can help him overcome his solitary nature and enable him to get along well with others.
"Alright, since it's a request, I have no choice but to agree."
Damn it, these two women are treating me like a football, and what's with this pretty girl?
Although I had heard about it before, you can't be this vicious, can you? I just stared at it a few more times.
I wouldn't have any designs on those modest breasts! (Thinking this, I stole another glance)
Hachiman knew something about this girl.
No, it should be said that it is famous throughout the entire school.
They dominated the top spot in the second year with an absolute advantage, and no one could shake their position.
In Class J, a group of international students, she was a loner, and few dared to approach her. Many who had confessed their feelings to her were rendered speechless by her sharp and sarcastic remarks.
But you should know that I, Hachiman, am not someone to be trifled with!
Be careful, or I might unleash a furious stab.
"And who is this?"
Yukino Yukinoshita turned to look at Su Qing, and Su Qing also looked at her at that moment.
This guy's behavior is a bit strange.
The first thing to do upon entering is to observe the classroom environment?
This was the first time Yukino Yukinoshita had encountered such a situation.
Who is he, anyway?
You should know that you have memorized the names of everyone in the school.
The person in front of me had never been seen on the school's student roster before.
"And who is this?"
"Haha, this is Su Qing, the new transfer student from the mainland. She's here to join the club too."
Su Qing quickly retorted:
"No, I should have just said I'd take a look around first, right?"
"Haha, really? Well, you should have finished your tour by now, so congratulations on officially joining us."
Su Qing wanted to object, but then Hiratsuka Shizuka whispered in her ear and gave Su Qing an irresistible condition.
"Even if you're just registering and then want to join other clubs, that's fine. Besides, I know you mainlanders have the habit of taking afternoon naps, so I guarantee you'll get a good rest."
What? Ms. Xiaojing, why didn't you say so sooner? As expected, the teacher is the closest person to me at school.
"Alright, now it's your time, young college students' time. I won't disturb you any longer."
With that, Hiratsuka Shizuka put her hands in her pockets and walked out of the Service Department with a nonchalant air, closing the door behind her.
Hachiman Hikigaya stood awkwardly to the side, inwardly raging.
So this guy just put me and these two in the same classroom like this? Damn, this is so awkward. What exactly does this club do anyway?
Su Qing, on the other hand, decided to make the best of it. Since she would likely be taking lunch breaks at this club in the future, it felt like her second home.
He skillfully took out two chairs from the back of the classroom, sat down on one, and placed the other in front of Hachiman Hikigaya.
"Please sit down first."
"Oh, thank you..."
Su Qing nodded to indicate that it was nothing to worry about, then looked at the black-haired girl beside her and asked.
"So, could you elaborate on what this club is specifically responsible for?"
"guess?"
"Is it the Literature and Art Department?"
The one who spoke was Hachiman Hikigaya, who was standing next to him. Now he finally had a chance to speak and ease his embarrassment.
"Oh? Why can't you see that?"
"From what I've observed, this classroom doesn't have any special facilities, and given that you've been reading the whole time, it's quite obvious, isn't it?"
"wrong answer."
Yukino Yukinoshita waved her hand helplessly, stood up, and was about to explain.
"It's about accepting all sorts of strange requests from this school, basically volunteer work to help others, right?"
Yukino Yukinoshita glanced at Su Qing in surprise, not expecting that this transfer student could deduce it from just a few words.
She nodded, revealing a faint yet captivating smile:
"That's right, when the rich give to the poor with a compassionate heart, people call this kind of behavior charity."
Offering a helping hand to those in need is part of the activities of the Service Department.
"Welcome to the Service Department."
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Chapter 36 Three pillars
In a room at an orphanage on a winter's day in southern China.
"Ah Qing Ah"
"Dean, I'm here."
"So many years have passed in the blink of an eye. You've grown so much! *cough cough*"
The elderly man, addressed as the hospital director, lay pale-faced and extremely weak on the hospital bed. Every word he spoke was accompanied by several violent coughs, as if he were coughing up his entire lungs.
"Ah Qing, do you know that no one in this world will be kind to you for no reason?"
A teacher's kindness stems from professional ethics and dedication to their job.
The deep bond between friends may stem from mutual understanding, weathering storms together, and accumulating profound affection.
As for strangers, their acts of kindness are either motivated by ulterior motives or stem from human kindness and compassion.
Remember, it's a favor if someone helps you, and it's their right not to, so don't hold a grudge.
Of course.
You don't have to be so eager to give your heart and soul for a little favor;
There's no need to hold a grudge against someone over a minor disagreement.
After the dean finished speaking, he exhaled deeply. In the cold winter of the south, his breath turned into a cloud of white mist, slowly dissipating. The mist seemed to carry something as it gradually vanished with the cold wind.
"But you have to know that this kind of kindness is unreliable. You can't expect someone to be kind to you and lend a helping hand every time you encounter something."
Even your biological parents chose to abandon you next to a trash can that winter, even if they had some unspeakable difficulties.
But you have to understand, if no one had found you then, you would have frozen to death there.
So, Ah Qing
When the dean said this, his previously cloudy eyes suddenly became bright and alert, and his tone was more solemn than ever before as he slowly uttered a few words.
"In this world, only oneself can be trusted; one must bear the responsibilities of one's own life."
……
General of the Army, serving in the Ministry
Tsk, that bitch.
Hachiman Hikigaya was somewhat disdainful. He never thought of his personality as a flaw, and naturally, he didn't think it needed to be corrected.
"A problem? I consider myself quite capable."
Hachiman Hikigaya stood up and continued.
"I came in third in Mandarin in the last exam, and I'm also pretty good-looking. Aside from not having any friends or a girlfriend, I'm basically outstanding."
"To be able to say something like that with such a straight face is truly exceptional; he's a real oddball, and utterly disgusting."
"What are you saying? You're no different, you weird woman."
"From what I've observed, the reason you're all alone is because of your awkward personality and excessive sentimentality, but that's okay, I'll help you correct it little by little."
Yukino Yukinoshita did not continue to refute Hikigaya, but spoke to herself.
"Alright, now that you can talk to a beautiful girl like me who's number one in your grade, you should be able to easily converse with others, right?"
"So, has your twisted personality been corrected even slightly?"
"Huh? It's not that I don't know how to communicate with people, I just avoid useless social interactions."
"Oh, so that's what makes your personality twisted."
Just then, the classroom door was opened again, and it was Hiratsuka Shizuka.
"They did knock on the door, though."
"Oh, sorry, sorry. It seems you're having a headache trying to correct Hachiman's problems, Yukinoshita."
"Yes, and if I may be so bold, he's already terminally ill."
“I said, I don’t think I need any corrections or changes. Why can’t I be sure of my past and present self?”
Upon hearing this, Yukino Yukinoshita's expression immediately turned grim. She clenched her fists tightly, then lowered her head slightly, raised her voice, and spoke in a more resolute tone than before.
"In that case, nothing will change, and the problem won't be truly solved!"
Seeing that the two were arguing again, Hiratsuka Shizuka pretended to think for a moment and then gave a answer she had already thought of.
"Let's duel! Just like in classic shonen manga, both sides fight for their own justice. Let's see who can serve others better. The winner will have the opportunity to unconditionally command the opponent to do anything."
Do anything? That would be...
"I refuse. This man is definitely thinking about something bad right now."
Yukino felt a chill run down her spine and took a few steps back.
"Oh, I didn't expect Yukino to have something she's afraid of. But are you really sure you'll lose?"
"Ha, a cheap trick to provoke me, but I admit it works, since I won't lose."
Nearby, Su Qing, who had been idle for an unknown amount of time, finally woke up from the AI-controlled system.
met free