To make sure that Taku wouldnt stalk Saki, I walked the three girls home before running back to the train station. And while I was at it, I also passed by to check on Shizu.

Well, the girl wasnt relaxing at all. Even at home, shes busy doing things for the Student Council and Hayashi-sensei. Nonetheless, she still ran out to meet us outside. She even tried to invite me in but for the same reason as the other invitation I received, I regrettably turned it down.

Instead, I made sure to at least satisfy the girl even though what we did last night still lingered in her mind.

Well, I also got to ask something I forgot to bring up last night. When Shizu brought me to Hayashi-sensei for the first time, she mentioned the formerly mysterious school nurse being a married woman. She used that information to see if my desire would be ignited by it. Obviously, that didnt work. Its already the point that I wouldnt normally be worked up with couples, after all.

However, because of what we discovered yesterday. Hayashi-sensei had apparently duped even Shizu. The talk about her marriage was a hoax. Its like her own shield to prevent any other guy from approaching her.

Thats also why she simply smiled and brushed off what I said about her having many suitors. Shes like Akane, focused entirely on my father.

Too bad for her though, my mother wouldnt allow my father to be like me She wanted him for herself. And for sure, their feelings were mutual.

I mean, when he saw Hayashi-sensei, he acted like a normal acquaintance greeting someone he hadnt seen for a while. If he ever had any inkling of taking another woman, he wouldnt act like that.

But looking back on my parents relationship, that might be what would happen to Akane and me had my desire never manifested. It would just be a little reversed though, theres a chance that my possessiveness would be as strong as my mothers. I probably inherited that from her.

Ah. Right. Before separating from Nami in front of their house, she mentioned something concerning those girls from the Seven Stars Girls Academy. With her observer skills or just because shes always on the lookout, she said she noticed someone staring at me from below specifically from the opposing schools bench.

I never paid attention to them at all since I was also busy cheering for Satsuki. But whoever that was, theres a possibility that she was the same person who called out to me but refused to show herself.

I tried digging through my hazy memories but unfortunately, I could neither fit a face to that fleeting voice nor could I remember the faces of the girls playing against Satsukis club.

Its a mystery but even with that added information, I honestly told Nami that I wasnt that compelled to find out who that was

She might be a girl from my past but since she refused to appear before me, shes probably reluctant to be recognized by me again.

Shes already studying outside our city. Its a lot better for her to also forget about me, no? For her well-being.

Anyway, with everything done, I made my way to the Boxing Gym.

While waiting with my ass on the train, I naturally rested for a while before pulling out my phone to message Akane and the other girls with her that Im on the way. And after that, I checked my other messages.

Satsuki sent one. Theyre on their way home after that post-meeting. Setsuna was next to her, tightly clinging to her like earlier. Their roles seemed to have reversed but with the photo that she attached to it, I could see the genuine smile on Satsukis lips despite being annoyed at her sisters antics.

As for Sakuma well, he reverted to becoming a background character. But he looked satisfied enough. I mean, that guy was almost next to Setsuna all the time, he mustve had a good time. Good for him.

Koizumi-san also sent me a message. Well, it had an attached photo and a short message saying, I never knew youd look this good.

The photo she attached was something like a stolen shot of me. Judging from the angle and the place, she probably took it while I was too focused on cheering for Satsuki.

That got me wondering though. Why did she take my photo? If my girls saw that shot, it would definitely be liked by all of them. I mean, even if I wasnt a narcissist, I could say that I look good on it. Its my side frame, my expression filled with undeniable enthusiasm to cheer for the girl below.

Wait. Does she actually have a hobby of photography?

Uh Anyway, I replied to her without prying about it, Thank you, Koizumi-san. If you say it like that, I cant help but be embarrassed.

Sorry, only stating the truth here, Onoda-kun. Otherwise, I wont bother sending you this. By the way, what is your part-time job?

I never thought shed reply so fast but that question I think Im starting to understand her interest in me. Or perhaps, a part of it.

A boxing instructor. I honestly replied.

At your age? Is that even allowed?

I only teach basics and yep, its kinda on the gray side.

Gray side or not but given that no one truly made a fuss for it, its legal or its allowed as long as I wouldnt instruct professionally.

Then, do you want to try modeling? You dont have to get a license for it, you know?

And there it is Is she a scout for a modeling agency? And why me? Ugh Am I really that good-looking? No It must be my posture, right?

Ah. I would once again be smacked by Haruko if she heard me deny that I at least have the looks to back me up.

I know. But I dont think Im fit for that industry. Im not someone who likes to be in the limelight and stand out.

I see. Im glad for your honesty, Onoda-kun. But if you ever change your mind, hit me up.

My answer was kind of ironic given that I was already at the center of gossip in our school but its an honest answer nonetheless.

And with Koizumi-sans reply that ended with the same cute chick emoji from before, our conversation ended.

Modeling, huh? That reminded me. Theres that gig of Yua where I will be accompanying her. Its in the second week of June. Its about time for us to plan it together. Good thing, shes among my girls thats going to the gym.

Around thirty minutes later, I met up with Akane, Sena and the other girls at the same fast-food restaurant as last week.

This time, no more flies buzzed around them making our trip to the Boxing Gym quick.

Without Coach Ayu at the front, it was Hisa-jii who welcomed us.

Ah. Onoda-kun, good timing. Can you hold this post for a while? Upon seeing me arriving, Hisa-jii looked like he found a savior. His old-aged eyes brilliantly lit up as he called me to substitute him there.

I had no idea where he was going but since I was technically an employee of this gym, I could only accept that.

In any case, upon my arrival, the enrollees for my program that already gathered outside marched in after greeting me. And the same as them, Sena, Akane, and the other girls went inside while giggling at my sudden plight; dealing with those inquiring and nagging customers.