Why is Kujou Marika here? Thats the first question that popped up in my head as soon as I saw the golden ringlet girl that was approaching me.

However, I quickly got the connection or the possible reason she appeared here.

Ichihara-san. Ichihara Juns aunt.

Kujou-senpai had this brilliant smile on her lips as though seeing an acquaintance in me delighted her a lot. She strode forwards elegantly, drawing numerous gazes be it from men, women or children.

Theres no doubt that anyone would not mistake her for a common girl. Everything about her screamed that of a sheltered princess that stood above the masses.

Our interactions could only be counted on one hand. And even if that last instance at the convenience store lifted me to a higher standing in her eyes, its definitely unusual for her to act like this.

Obviously, my suspicion that shes not as nave as she showed was still in my mind. She could be a cunning bitch that would do anything to destroy the obstacle blocking her beloved Jun-kuns enemy, who knows?

The innocence that shes fronting was distinctive to Misakis innocence. This girl was aware of social strata but at the same time acted oblivious to it. On the other hand, Misaki was just a sweet and innocent child who got so hooked on the word close friend.

Anyway, the ringlet girl wasnt in her uniform. In fact, shes wearing what most people wear here; sports attire. Up top, she's wearing a pinkish-white shirt without any print with sleeves only a few centimeters from her shoulder. Down below, breathable cotton shorts and a pair of expensive-looking rubber shoes.

Imagine those pro-tennis female players, except for the visor and ponytail hairstyle, thats how she looked at the moment.

Nonetheless, even with a somewhat plain combination, it didnt diminish the graceful aura surrounding her. Kujou Marika was probably most peoples ideal rich girl archetype.

Although I couldnt spot a follower of her from the same school, I easily noticed a few men in suits watching over her from a distance. Some were still in that car while the others just stood menacingly, scaring off some passersby.

If something happened, theyd probably rush in immediately, putting the girl out of danger.

Even here, shes a bigshot yet the girl was seemingly unaware of it as she carelessly interacts with just anyone.

Yes, what a coincidence, senpai. Are you here for the gym as well? I answered her without changing my neutral expression. I also made sure to keep Sena at my side regardless of what the girl would think.

Sena, on the other hand, who picked up on the situation also reacted accordingly as she stared at the girl. She tugged at my sleeve, asking for clarification. That was answered when I greeted the ringlet girl back.

Yes, I am. Jun-kuns aunt recommended me here. She said theyre offering a great program for a beginner.

So, its really Ichihara-san who pointed her here, huh? However, that didnt answer why she was here. If its Ichihara-san, shed surely mention that the program was on its last day and the next one would be two weeks from now

Did Ichihara-san tell her my name or that the Instructor was someone from the school as them?

I had no idea how close they were so I could only put out an assumption.

In any case, even if shes here, theres no reason for me to postpone what was already scheduled. I better just continue acting normally in front of her.

Even if she found out what I was doing here or that I was dating the girl next to me, it would be rather irrelevant to me unless shes really a cunning girl.

I see. But senpai, if you're here for that program, you wont be able to get in for the next two weeks.

Upon hearing that, Kujou Marika looked genuinely surprised. She even had to cover her mouth with her fingers.

My! And why is that?

Uh Did Ichihara-senpais aunt not tell you? The program will end today and it will restart in two weeks.

Oh? Oh! I see. So thats why, hmm? She exclaimed before a tint of red ran across her face. Shes embarrassed. Thank you, junior-kun. It appears Im about to disgrace myself here. How careless

Dont be. I doubt it will bother you. The lady at the front desk will also inform you of it so

I disagree. I got over-excited upon hearing about this very easy program from Jun-kuns aunt that I came here without getting all the details. It is, without a shadow of a doubt, an error on my part. Kujou Marika pulled out a paper fan from out of nowhere and fanned herself even before sweat beads ran down her forehead.

Through that, I was somehow convinced that everything she just said was true. But I couldnt disregard the fact that she could also be a great actress.

From what I heard, shes part of the Theater Club, the one thats closely related to Misakis Drama Club.

Anyhow, what about you Junior-kun? What brought you here? Perhaps she had already recovered, Kujou Marika changed the subject and threw the question back to me.

On my side, Sena was already whispering to me she was going inside to not let Kujou know about our relationship. Shes being considerate again. But from what I observed, the ringlet girl wasnt even looking at her.

The girls focus was solely on me. As for what kind of meaning I could get from that, I had no idea. She must really just be relieved and delighted to see me here.

Lets see. Im working part-time here, senpai. Im the Instructor of the said program. I answered while scratching my cheek, making the girl raised her eyebrows in interest.

Moments later, Kujou Marikas lips broke into a pleasant smile as she ran up to me to grab my hands and shake them excitedly while saying, My! Its you! How amazing, Junior-kun!

Actually, revealing that to her was something I already considered after everything she showed today. Whether Ichihara-san told her or not didnt matter. She would still find that out sooner or later.

So, by revealing that truth like this, I got to observe how she would react.

Surprisingly, her reaction seemed too genuine to me

Following this, Senas existence was really ignored by her or she couldnt bother to ask what she is to me.

We then entered the gym. I invited Kujou Marika inside, saying that she could observe us. But thats probably not needed anymore because Ichihara-san came running to us as soon as we showed up.

She apologized that she told someone else about my part-time job and admitted that she ran her mouth off uncontrollably when Marika showed up during the time she allocated for the set exercises earlier. She also asked me to allow the girl to observe. Looks like even a woman of Ichihara-sans standing seemed rather wary of upsetting the girl. Whether its because of Kujou Marika herself or the family behind her, I had no idea and it would be too intruding to ask. Its a little personal and the person in question was right beside us.

Anyway, with this, the curtain for the last lesson of my program was drawn

I didnt prepare anything special, of course. But with a special observer like that, I might do some things differently.

Theres still no indication whether Kujou Marika would be against me but theres nothing wrong with being cautious around her.