At a villa at Totsuki Academy,
Erina Nakiri lay on her quilt, staring at the virtual screen in front of her.
Without Akira's help, she had no way to buy time.
She needed his help.
There was no doubt about it.
But how to get him to help?
Erina Nakiri felt completely helpless in this regard.
She had said that she liked Akira Fujimiya, but that was just an excuse!
If she didn't say that, many things would remain unclear.
The existence of the system could not be revealed to others! She now know it.
Akira, who could see the system…
Could he be the same as me? Erina Nakiri suddenly considered the possibility.
However, Akira wasn't troubled by the Divine Tongue. Perhaps he could see it, or maybe he was just guessing?
"Miss Erina." Arato Hisako's voice came from outside the door.
"Hisako, I'm not in the mood for dinner," Erina Nakiri replied, bringing herself back to reality.
"Miss Erina, the manga have been delivered," Hisako Arato reminded her.
"...Bring them in..." Erina Nakiri sat up as she spoke.
Hisako Arato pushed the door open and brought a cart filled with Manga.
She placed the Manga neatly on the bookshelf.
"Are these from this month?" Erina Nakiri asked, inspecting the collection.
"Yes. These are the best Manga I could find. They all suit your preferences, Miss Erina, and many girls outside have voted them as excellent. Among them, this Manga received the most votes," Hisako said, picking one up.
Erina Nakiri looked at the cover. "This style of painting…"
Her interest was immediately piqued.
Hisako Arato handed the Manga to Erina Nakiri, who opened it and began reading.
The story — Non Non Biyori itself instantly drew her in.
Although Erina Nakiri liked Manga, she wasn't a deep expert and considered herself a simple reader. Since she spent most of her time researching about various dish and cooking methods.
The content of this leisurely Manga wasn't long, and she read it quickly to the end.
When she looked up, it was already dark outside.
Glancing at the time, she realized she had been reading for an hour.
Gurgle!
Her stomach made a sound.
Erina Nakiri looked toward the door.
"Miss Erina, I've prepared dinner," a voice called from outside.
"....Send it in," Erina Nakiri replied softly.
The person who knew her best wasn't herself, but Hisako Arato.
Hisako opened the door and walked in with a smile.
She had just seen Erina engrossed in Manga and decided to bring in dinner.
She knew Miss Erina would be hungry.
Erina Nakiri stood and walked to the dining table. She glanced at Hisako for a moment.
"Hisako, I will lent you that Manga. You must finish reading it."
"Yes, Miss Erina," Hisako said without surprise.
If there was a good Manga or one that warranted complaints, Miss Erina would let her read it, and the two would discuss it together.
Hisako knew she was the only one by Miss Erina's side.
As she sat on the edge of the bed leisurely, and after reading the Manga, she also fell in love with it.
"Isn't Renge cute?"
"Yeah, a very interesting kid."
"The author's art style is also simply amazing."
"This is a style I've never seen before. This must be a very talented and new author."
"If only this village really existed."
"There are still many villages like this, but in reality, there is no Renge."
{T/N: who knows}
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Sakurasou,
After dinner, several girls went to bed early— Yuigahama Yui, her two good friends, and Nishimiya Shouko.
Four girls squeezed into the small bedroom.
Akira Fujimiya stayed alone next door and did not disturb them, considering the exam tomorrow.
Even though he did consider it!
After finishing the new issue of Non Non Biyori, he submitted the electronic draft, closed his laptop, and looked out the window it was already dark.
At this time, summer vacation had already started elsewhere, but here, it was still about a week away.
Ring-ling-ling!
The phone rang.
Akira picked it up and saw that the call was from Kana Sato. He suddenly remembered something and answered.
"Funimiya-sama, the procedures have been completed. The Hoshiyuu voice actor school expects fifty students, and the number at Flash Animation exceeds one hundred," Kana reported.
"What about accommodation and tuition?" Akira asked.
"The voice actor school provides accommodation, and the same is true for the Flash Animation School. Tuition has also been reduced by 20%," Kana replied.
"I understand. I'll leave the arrangements to you. It is now your responsibility to help them become animators or voice actors as soon as possible, I don't care about the money so if needed you can reduce the tuition fees more," Akira reminded her.
"I understand. I've already informed the teachers of the Voice Actor School and Flash Animation School. Moreover, I've given them extra rewards. They will receive funds for training talented students," Kana said seriously.
"Good job," Akira said, admiring Kanae Takahashi's approach.
Kanae smiled and reported the specific arrival time of the students.
Akira considered the situation and suggested they first visit Flash Animation school, Hoshiyuu Agency, and Future Comics Publishing House.
Kana Sato took note of the plan.
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Friday morning.
Sakurasou was as lively as usual.
After breakfast, everyone went to school together.
After today's exam, only a few days would remained until summer vacation.
Before Akira arrived at school, he received a call from Yukinoshita Haruno.
Informing him that — It might take a few days for her to return. The main concern was that the Yukinoshita family's assets needed time to transfer to Akira's hands.
As president of Hoshiyuu Agency, Hayama Riko now acted as Akira's agent. She fully cooperated with Yukinoshita Haruno and occasionally called Hanada Yui.
Akira had full confidence in both of them, especially in Yukinoshita Haruno, and handed all related matters over to them.
Hanada Yui's connection with the place was through the company where Future Comics Publishing House was located.
Akira's industry network was gradually expanding. The Future would lean toward larger companies.
Perhaps Hayama Riko would have to serve as president there (china), allowing Yukinoshita Haruno's people to control the board of directors. Riko could prove her ability to her family, while Haruno maintained overall control.
She had been trained by Mrs. Yukinoshita, and Akira trusted that Haruno would keep tricks up her sleeve to guard against Riko.
If needed.
He had no objections.
After all, Riko's sister was their biggest partner there — Akira did not think his personal charm could surpass other people's bonds.
Don't suspect others unnecessarily; don't use suspicious people for important matters.
This rule was especially important for running the company efficiently.
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During Lunch break,
Akira received a call from Erina Nakiri. She was waiting at the coffee shop outside Sobu High School.
He asked her to order two cup of coffee. Erina Nakiri hesitated but understood what Akira meant.
He hung up and called Yukinoshita Yukino.
"Yukino-chan, the eldest daughter of the Nakiri family has asked me to meet her at the coffee shop outside the school."
Yukinoshita Yukino paused for a few seconds.
"....What did you do this time?"
"It's a long story. And I'm going to meet her. Do you want to come with me?" Akira invited.
"...Wait for me," Yukinoshita Yukino replied.
Akira smiled and walked downstairs.
It would be interesting to see the high-class beauty and the extremely tsundere Yukino-chan collide.
A few minutes later, in front of the School gate, Akira noticed Yukinoshita Yukino, who had changed her shoes.
"What does she want to talk to you about?" Yukinoshita Yukino asked, her tone slightly cold.
"She needs me," Akira said simply.
Yukinoshita Yukino was momentarily stunned, then blushed.
"Don't think in a weird way. I mean that I can help her gradually eliminate the side effects of the Divine Tongue," Akira clarified, he had noticed this when he first meet Erina.
"Can this really be done?" Yukinoshita asked in surprise, she knows the side effects of God Tongue and also how sever it was — Nakiri Family was trying to find a cure for generation.
"The method is a bit special," Akira replied, blinking.
"You don't mean.....only by falling in love with her can the side effects of the Divine Tongue be removed?" Yukinoshita's eyes turned cold instantly.
"You're really smart, Yukino-chan." Akira said, teasingly.
"Hmph! You scoundrel. I'm going back! You go see her," Yukinoshita Yukino turned around.
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