Under Eriri's angry glare, and under the watchful eyes of all the students at the school gate.
Kasumigaoka Utaha put away her book, a bright smile spreading across her delicate face.
It was truly astonishing that such a kind and warm smile could emanate from Kasumigaoka Utaha's face.
The surrounding students couldn't help but start talking amongst themselves, because Kasumigaoka Utaha was walking in the direction Eriri was heading.
Ignoring the surrounding chatter and Eriri's angry gaze, Kasumigaoka Utaha completely ignored it.
The smile on his face was still so happy, and his steps were still so steady.
Then, she walked past Eriri and stood in front of Sayuri Sawamura.
"Senpai Sayuri, it's been a long time."
Kasumigaoka Utaha placed her hands in front of her and bowed respectfully to Sawamura Sayuri.
"Oh, Shiyu, didn't we just meet at the editorial department of Shinazugawa Bunko a little over a week ago?"
Yes, that's right.
Kasumigaoka Utaha stood in front of Sawamura Sayuri, simply smiling gently.
"But for me, these past few days without seeing Sayuri-senpai have felt exceptionally long."
"How shameless!"
Upon hearing Kasumigaoka Utaha's words, Eriri stepped out from among the girls surrounding her.
She walked up to Sayuri Sawamura, took her arm tightly, then coldly raised her chin and looked at Utaha Kasumigaoka with disdain.
"Oh, isn't this Eriri-senpai? What are you doing here?"
Kasumigaoka Utaha looked as if she had just seen Eriri, her face showing a surprised expression.
"Ah, it's probably because Eriri, you're too petite, that's why I didn't see you."
Kasumigaoka Utaha held the book in one hand and gently covered her mouth with the other.
Those alluring, wine-red eyes looked down at Eriri.
Her posture ignited a surge of anger within Eriri.
However, Kasumigaoka Utaha is 168cm tall, while Eriri is only 158cm tall.
So Eriri, who was half a head taller than her, could only stomp her feet in frustration.
"Little Shiyu, are you talking about me too?"
Seeing the two bickering, Sayuri Sawamura chuckled.
"No, you should describe her as petite and cute, Sayuri-senpai." Kasumigaoka Utaha blinked her charming wine-red eyes.
Seeing her mother and Kasumigaoka Utaha chatting and laughing, Eriri's sky-blue eyes flashed with anger.
However, her eyes flickered slightly.
"Mom, let's go."
Sayuri Sawamura suppressed her anger and smiled as she took Sayuri Sawamura's arm.
"Didn't you come to school with some business?"
Kasumigaoka Utaha suddenly pursed her lips, her wine-red eyes fixed intently on Eriri.
But faced with such a gaze, Eriri's smile became even brighter.
She held tightly to Sayuri Sawamura's arm and pulled her toward the school building.
As an adult, Sayuri Sawamura was certainly aware of the subtle interactions between the two.
Perhaps, at first, they thought the two were just incompatible by nature, which is why they would argue as soon as they met.
However, after spending several alone time with Kasumigaoka Utaha, Sawamura Sayuri discovered this.
He wondered what strange feelings his adorable junior had for him: admiration, and also, a desire to sleep with him.
By chance, Sayuri Sawamura discovered Kasumigaoka Utaha's diary in her laptop, and thus learned about her junior's inner feelings.
So, that's really scary.
Sawamura Sayuri's body suddenly trembled, and a hint of fear flashed in her eyes.
Why is this world so terrible?
Furthermore, why are Kasumigaoka Utaha and Eriri completely different from their previous lives?
This isn't a question of whether her persona has changed or not; it's a direct change in her sexual orientation.
The lovely daughter he had raised with such care turned out to harbor ill intentions towards him.
She took such good care of Eriri, yet Eriri still took advantage of her.
And Kasumigaoka Utaha, this adorable junior, is one of them.
After meeting Kasumigaoka Utaha at the editorial department of Shinazugawa Bunko, she offered a helping hand to this junior who had just started out.
She not only provided Kasumigaoka Utaha with writing guidance, but also recommended her work on her blog.
But, Kasumigaoka Utaha, is this how you repay my help?
Sawamura Sayuri clenched her small hands tightly and looked at the two girls beside her.
Kasumigaoka Utaha, Eriri.
As Eriri pulled Sayuri Sawamura away, Kasumigaoka Utaha simply bit her lip and continued to follow.
Even though Eriri on the other side kept glaring at her, she still shamelessly walked quietly to the side.
Sensing the tension between the two girls, Sayuri Sawamura gave a faint, bitter smile.
Because, after learning that the reason why Kasumigaoka Utaha and Eriri couldn't stand each other was because of her.
She could no longer watch the two girls' argument with the same detached, spectator's attitude as before.
Regardless of who wins, I will become her spoils of war.
This is truly terrifying!
Sawamura Sayuri gave a wry smile, beginning to doubt whether her initial decision had been a mistake.
Because she forgot that, apart from her own daughter Eriri, there was no one else at Toyonosaki Academy.
Also, Kasumigaoka Utaha is there.
Fortunately, at that moment, Sayuri Sawamura's eyes lit up.
She saw Hiratsuka Shizuka standing in front of the teaching building.
Sawamura Sayuri reached out and patted Eriri's hand, who was holding her arm, and smiled slightly at her.
"Okay, Eriri, let go of my hand first."
Eriri said "Oh," let go of his hand, and then followed Sayuri Sawamura toward Shizuka Hiratsuka.
"Senior, you've finally arrived."
At school, Hiratsuka Shizuka dressed completely differently from her usual self.
The formal attire, combined with a white overcoat, gave him a very simple and unassuming appearance.
However, when she waved her hand and smiled at Sayuri Sawamura.
That simple style instantly became cool and dashing.
"Good morning, Xiaojing."
"Senior, come with me."
Hiratsuka Shizuka stepped forward and grabbed Sawamura Sayuri's arm.
However, as she took a step with Sayuri Sawamura, she suddenly stopped and turned to look at Eriri.
"Oh, sorry, Eriri, I need to borrow your mom for a bit."
"Senior, let's go. Let's go to the principal's office first to confirm the procedures."
Eriri grinned as she watched her mother being taken away by Ms. Hiratsuka. Her face showed dissatisfaction.
Then, she turned her head and glanced at Kasumigaoka Utaha, who was also in a very bad mood.
Sure enough, this guy noticed it too.
Only her foolish mother hadn't realized that her junior, Hiratsuka Shizuka, also had ulterior motives towards her.