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Gu Qiao realized what was happening and said irritably, "You've gone off-topic again."

She stepped forward, puffed out her cheeks, grabbed Hayakawa's clothes, and stared intently at him.

Hayakawa avoided her eyes expressionlessly.

"Hayakawa... I, I, I..."

Fumino Furuhashi softly uttered the name of the person in front of her. Her tone was relatively firm when she said "Hayakawa," but it immediately began to tremble as she spoke the rest of the sentence. Her eyes started to wander, and the words she originally wanted to say lingered in her mouth for a long time before she finally said them. The words she said immediately changed completely.

Fumino Furuhashi: "Hayakawa, you like me."

"..."

What is this guy talking about...?

"I chopped wood."

Hayakawa silently lowered his head to pick up the axe. He had put the axe on the ground when she approached him because he was afraid of hurting Furuhashi, but now it seemed completely unnecessary.

What kind of family environment could raise such a simple and honest woman? Even the Emperor Hayakawa wasn't that confident.

After saying those words, Fumino Furuhashi herself was stunned. She had originally intended to say something else, something she had mustered the courage to say for a long time, but the words changed at the last minute. This wasn't mainly because of her, but because…

She couldn't say goodbye to Hayakawa.

Because of Ri-chan…

Because Riko likes Hayakawa, because Riko confessed a day earlier, because Riko and I... are best friends.

My best friend, confidante, and friend have already confessed to the boy they like, and I confessed to that same person the very next day. What is this... is this stealing someone else's boyfriend?

Fumino Furuhashi couldn't help but recall her first encounter with Rizu Ogata when they entered high school. When she saw her, her eyes lit up. She felt that the petite girl in front of her, wearing thick glasses, with bangs and a serious expression, was standing on tiptoe to check the class assignments and had the cuteness of an orange cat.

"It would be great if we could be in the same class."

Fumino Furuhashi thought to herself.

Reality did not grant her wish, but it also played a trick on her. Soon, the two of them were repeatedly reprimanded by the school principal because of their exceptional talent and their status as problem children. After several talks, the principal still could not resolve the issue, so the school had no choice but to assign them mentors.

That was the time that Fumino Furuhashi least wanted to recall. The teachers' cold words, her father's opposition at home, her own silent efforts and fruitless grades, all combined to make her almost lose confidence. And at that time, the one who entered her heart was Rizu Ogata, who was facing the same situation as her.

However, unlike her own obvious wavering and confusion, Ogata Rizu never showed her emotions on her face. She was much more determined than herself. No matter what difficulties she faced, Ogata Rizu never wavered in the slightest. No matter how irritated the teacher's expression was, Ogata Rizu would ask questions if she didn't understand something. She ignored the teacher's advice to change subjects and argued back and forth.

Unlike her petite figure and cute face, her inner self is like a flower that has survived and blossomed from the cracks in her bones and stones, beautiful and full of fighting spirit.

"She's much better than me."

Looking at the serious-looking Rizu Ogata with a slightly troubled expression, Fumino Furuhashi, feeling dejected, silently said to herself.

I can't give up either.

We need to work harder...

So Fumino Furuhashi began to actively approach Risu Ogata, and the two became familiar with each other. After trying to teach each other without success, they worked hard together, faced the cold words of their instructor together, shared their feelings of loneliness, and occasionally complained about their dissatisfaction with the teacher in private.

Whenever Fumino Furuhashi wanted to give up, she would secretly look at Rizu Ogata, who was working hard, and then she would be able to muster the strength to straighten her back, pick up the pen that was lying on the table, and continue to try.

When two people study together, even in the face of great difficulties, they can rely on each other and persevere, as if they are embracing each other in the cold ice to get through the long night.

It can be said that before Hayakawa appeared, Furuhashi was able to continue only because of Hayakawa's presence. Furuhashi knew that without Ogata Rizu, she probably would have given up her dream of going to a science university before she even met Hayakawa.

Therefore, Fumino Furuhashi has always been very grateful to Riju Ogata.

Then, not long after the two became inseparable best friends, he appeared…

And so it has come to this.

The two of them fell in love with him, with Hayakawa who had shouldered all the pressure since taking over their lives.

There was nothing that could be done; he was too resilient to pressure, and Fumino Furuhashi couldn't withstand it.

But I never expected that even Riko couldn't resist, and that's how she ended up like this, this conflicted version of herself.

Fumino Furuhashi is unable to confess her feelings to Hayakawa…

It wasn't because Ogata Riju confessed first and she was a step too late that it was impossible for her; rather, it was because as long as Ogata Riju was around, Furuhashi would involuntarily back down and give up what was hers. Even if she confessed first, as long as she later learned that Ogata Riju liked Hayakawa, Furuhashi Fumino's heart would still waver and she would hesitate.

If I confess to Hayakawa, what will become of the gratitude I hold in my heart, and the feelings between us? How will I face Riko afterward?

So... she couldn't confess to Hayakawa. No matter how hard she tried, no matter how much she liked Hayakawa, no matter how much courage she mustered, as soon as she thought of Ogata Riju, all the impulse in her heart seemed to be drained away and disappeared without a trace in the blink of an eye.

Because Rizu Ogata is also the most important person to her.

She couldn't bring herself to say "I like you" to Hayakawa; she needed Hayakawa to like her back and confess her feelings.

Fumino Furuhashi stood silently, her tear-filled eyes gazing quietly at Hayakawa before her, as if a thousand words were hidden within them, yet she hesitated to speak.

If it were Hayakawa confessing to him, then everything would be better. He would have a reason... to like Hayakawa, to have the courage to face Ogata Rizu's accusing gaze, to have the courage to date Hayakawa, and to have the courage to stay by Ogata Rizu's side...

Anyway, it was Hayakawa who fell in love with him, it was mutual affection and he was confessed to, so even if Hayakawa succeeded in pursuing him... it's a normal thing, right?

Therefore, what Fumino Furuhashi said earlier was not a confident "Hayakawa, you like me".

Instead, it was almost a plea: "Hayakawa, you like me, don't you..."

If you fall in love with me and confess your feelings, everything will be alright. I'll still be able to face Ri-chan, and the three of us can stay together for a long time...

After this, I'll do anything you ask me to say I like you, no matter how many times I say it, but the first time I say I like you, it has to be you who says it.

Fumino Furuhashi's heart pounded like thunder as she slowly moved closer to Hayakawa, gently tiptoeing.

Meanwhile, Rizu Ogata, who had just gotten up, was walking down the corridor and slowly making her way towards the courtyard.

Chapter 342 Arrest

Fumino Furuhashi tiptoed to get closer, but Hayakawa was no ordinary person. She immediately sensed the threat emanating from her, took a step back, and looked at her warily: "What do you want?"

It's infuriating that they're so perceptive in places where it's unnecessary, yet as dull as a block of wood when it's most needed.

Fumino Furuhashi harbored resentment in her heart, but on the surface she maintained a fake smile.

That smile was laced with danger.

"Guqiao, what are you doing?"

Hayakawa clearly sensed the powerful sense of crisis and instinctively retreated, but it was too late.

Fumino Furuhashi grabbed the arm of the person in front of her with both hands, then stood on tiptoe and leaned closer.

The next moment, Hayakawa felt the softness of the girl's pink lips and the sweet scent of fruit.

The girl's lips met briefly, then parted. She took a half-step back, tilted her head back to look at Hayakawa, her face flushed with a delicate blush like an autumn sunset, and revealed a wicked smile: "How about it? Can you feel the difference in me?"

"..." Wu Yiqi Baba LingVII Lu Yin

Hayakawa wiped his face expressionlessly, his face showing no emotion, his heart as still as a stagnant pool, and he stared at Furuhashi without saying a word.

Fumino Furuhashi was completely unconcerned about Hayakawa's reaction, and showed no unease whatsoever. Her tone was tinged with suppressed shyness and a hint of smugness as she tilted her head back and said haughtily, "It's really too difficult for a blockhead like you to notice that I'm wearing fruit-flavored lipstick. I had no choice but to remind you."

"Oh…"

Upon hearing this, Hayakawa's gaze involuntarily drifted to Fumino Furuhashi's lips. Only then did Hayakawa notice that the girl's pink lips were tinged with a faint iridescent hue, and upon closer inspection, they exuded a sweet, fruity fragrance, which, combined with the subtle sheen, made them incredibly alluring.

Just two seconds earlier, it was pressed against his lips.

"..."

It hurts, it hurts so much…

My heart is breaking!

Hayakawa suppressed her overwhelming grief and silently turned her head away, saying, "I see."

"Hum hum"

Fumino Furuhashi could tell that Hayakawa was just putting on a brave face. She smiled slightly, her eyes crinkling, and patted Hayakawa's chest, saying half-jokingly and half-seriously, "Remember today."

After saying that, she turned her back to Hayakawa so that he wouldn't notice that her cheeks were already flushed red all the way to her neck.

Whether Hayakawa remembers today or not is unclear, but Furuhashi knows she will never forget it.

On this very day, in the late autumn afternoon in Hokkaido, she gave her first kiss to the person she loved most.

Perhaps the two of them won't be able to stay together for a long time, but Fumino Furuhashi knows she will never regret her courage at this moment.

Fumino Furuhashi gently tilted her head back, a faint, relieved smile on her face.

People say that the taste of a person's first kiss will be remembered for a lifetime... Although it's embarrassing, Fumino Furuhashi is very satisfied with her first kiss.

Her first kiss tasted like fruit; its sweet and slightly sour aroma was just like her love affair—sweet and beautiful, yet tinged with a hint of unsatisfying bitterness.

Isn’t this good?

What a beautiful day!

Satisfied, Fumino Furuhashi prepared to leave with her hands behind her back like a boss. She planned to rest well in the afternoon, reward herself for her hard work, and firmly remember the memories she had just had.

The next moment, her expression froze on the spot.

Because she saw Riju Ogata standing not far away at the entrance of the courtyard.

"Fumino..."

Rizu Ogata, leaning against a wooden pillar in the courtyard, stared blankly at the two people in front of her: "What are you doing?"

Fumino Furuhashi: "..."

At that moment, Fumino Furuhashi knew she would never forget this afternoon.

On that very day, in a late autumn afternoon in Hokkaido, she tried to cheat on her best friend while she was sleeping, but was caught red-handed.

……

"Gudong"

The sound of swallowing was incredibly clear, and beads of sweat trickled down his forehead, shattering on the ground.

Fumino Furuhashi stared at Ogata, who had appeared out of nowhere, her face pale and her heart filled with despair.

Ri... Ri-chan!!

When did she arrive?!

Did you see everything that happened before?

"..."

Fumino Furuhashi was completely flustered. Her heart was pounding, and she kept a straight face and remained silent.

Seeing that Furuhashi remained silent, Ogata Riju stepped forward and demanded sharply, "What were you doing just now?"

Her eyes were somewhat dull, and her expression was somewhat bewildered and helpless.

"I, I, I..."

Fumino Furuhashi panicked even more. She subconsciously looked at Hayakawa next to her, wanting to ask for help, but found that Hayakawa had a blank face like a dead person, which made her furious.

You irresponsible scoundrel.

“Rika-chan…I,”

Fumino Furuhashi opened her mouth to explain, but couldn't say a word.

What's there to explain? It's all already done.

There's a saying that goes, "Judging by actions, not intentions," but if I've betrayed Ri-chan regardless of either my intentions or actions, what's the point of explaining?

Why not just be honest about it? That would show some responsibility.

Furuhashi took a deep breath and said earnestly, "Ri-chan, listen to me..."

Inner Theater 1:

X pulled the bewildered person next to him into his arms, pressing their head against his flat chest, and said arrogantly, "This is my person! Anyone who dares to take her from me will have to step over my body!"

Fumino Furuhashi: "..."

This doesn't seem right at all; it's ruining my image. If I were really that brave, I wouldn't have waited until now to give my first kiss.

Inner Theater 2:

"I'm sorry, Ri-chan!!"

With a "thud," X landed in a tiger-like dogeza (a traditional Chinese kneeling position) before the cold-faced Ogata Rizu, pleading for forgiveness with a face full of remorse: "I was momentarily bewitched and tempted, please forgive me!"

This one is alright. It's embarrassing, but if all else fails, I'll choose this one.

Inner Theater 3: