In Tokyo: They are heavily dependent on me

Chapter 55. The Mature Glass Teacher

On her way back to the classroom, Hoshino Kaoru ran into Shoko-sensei.

The students' homework was scattered on the ground beside her. She bent down and picked up the homework that had fallen on the ground by herself.

Although there was some distance between them, Kaoru, whose eyesight was always excellent, quickly noticed that if he squatted down in front of Shoko-sensei under the pretense of helping her, and then casually looked up...

Yes, he is a kind-hearted citizen, an excellent student, and a wonderful older brother to his younger sister...

Therefore, he has to help whenever he is needed!

With that thought in mind, Kaoru quickly walked over, bent down, and accidentally touched Shoko-sensei's hand with her fingers.

"Ah...it's Hoshino-kun."

Startled, Ms. Shoko thought she had run into the principal... If the principal found out that she had done something like that to those careless students, her reputation as an excellent teacher would definitely be affected.

However, upon seeing that it was Hoshino Kaoru, her tense expression immediately eased.

"I'm so careless, I've made my homework all messy... Hoshino-kun, you'll keep this a secret from the teacher, right?"

Ms. Shoko's tone was full of mature feminine charm. Kaoru did not answer immediately, but slowly raised her cheeks.

Just a little bit more!

Just as he was about to see it, Ms. Shoko placed the notebook she had picked up on her lap, blocking Kaoru's view.

Now, his biggest wish is to become the homework notebook on Ms. Shoko's lap.

Damn it! It was so close!

"Ms. Shoko, I have something to ask you."

Kaoru handed the notebook she had picked up to Ms. Shoko, who stared at her with a questioning look, as if asking, "Is there something you need?"

"The 100,000 yen that my teacher gave me wasn't the prize money for first prize in a literary competition. If I'm not mistaken, it must have been a decision made by my teacher himself."

When she left, Kaoru thought about it very seriously.

It is impossible for a bonus to be paid out twice.

It's impossible for the principal to suddenly produce a bonus in that kind of situation, especially since his name is on it.

Therefore, the principal's bonus must have been prepared in advance.

"You've been found out! No wonder you're the teacher's smartest student."

Shoko didn't expect her thoughts to be discovered so quickly... She had always known that Hoshino's family was not as well-off as the other students, and as a teacher, she had a responsibility to help her students.

That 100,000 yen was a decision she made on her own.

"Teacher, I have been receiving your help all along, and you have already shown me so much care. If I accept this money, I will feel guilty and uneasy."

Kaoru took the 100,000 yen out of the envelope and planned to put it into Shoko-sensei's pocket.

"No, this is my decision. Hoshino-san, are you not even going to listen to the teacher?"

"This is the only exception, teacher, I can't take your money."

Shoko kept twisting her body to avoid the 100,000 yen that Kaoru was trying to stuff into her pocket. Because there was a literary competition award ceremony today, she was wearing a figure-hugging short skirt that accentuated her female figure, and her feet, which were covered by black stockings, were also wearing high heels, making it inconvenient for her to move around.

After a period of stalemate, her right foot slipped, and she lost her balance in an instant, about to make intimate contact with the ground.

"Glass!"

The neatly arranged homework notebooks fell to the ground with a crisp sound.

Shoko slowly opened her eyes and felt her body being embraced by strong male hands. What appeared in her field of vision was a face that made her feel at ease.

Hoshino-kun...

"That was close, there was almost an accident."

At this moment, Kaoru's hands were pressed tightly against Shoko-sensei's waist, and the two bodies were pressed together like intimate lovers.

Just as he had imagined, the mature Ms. Shoko had a very supple body. When he got close, he could clearly smell the unique charm of a woman her age. Her skin was so soft that his hand could sink into it. Her slender waist, covered by his hands, could greatly arouse a man's desire, making him want to hold her waist and do something.

"Hoshino-kun."

Ms. Shoko glared at him, and Kaoru immediately straightened her up and bowed to her.

"I'm sorry, Ms. Shoko! I went too far!"

Do you know why the teacher got angry?

The mature 26-year-old teacher, Shoko, frowned, looking as if she was about to reprimand him.

"have no idea!"

"You just called the teacher by name, didn't you?"

Kaoru froze for a second. So it wasn't because of her actions just now? It was because she subconsciously called out the teacher's name... Just because of that?

"That's impolite. I'm your senior, so it's not appropriate to address a teacher by their first name."

Ms. Shoko accurately located his notebook, rolled it up, and hit him on the head.

"Do you understand?"

Her tone was very gentle; it didn't sound like she was lecturing a student at all, but more like she was being affectionate.

The blow wasn't strong; it didn't hurt at all when it hit her head, but Kaoru still pretended to be in pain.

"Shoko-sensei, you're hitting too hard."

"If you don't behave, the teacher will be even stricter."

"Push harder... I know I was wrong! Please don't do that!"

"Hmph, I forgive you, teacher. Also, here's a letter that the student council asked me to deliver to Yanagi no Shita, the captain of the kendo club. Since you're here, I'll give it to you."

Thinking that he was, after all, a member of the kendo club, Shoko-sensei found the letter and handed it to Kaoru, whose cheeks had turned slightly red.

"Okay! I guarantee I'll complete the mission!"

Kaoru stood at attention, and Shoko laughed out loud, gently stroking his fluffy hair with her right hand.

"You can't be this cute, you're clearly not a child anymore."

Hearing what Ms. Shoko said, Kaoru blinked, feeling fortunate that she had taken advantage of the situation more than once without being punished.

If every day could be like today... then he would definitely be loved by everyone!

After saying goodbye to Ms. Shoko, Kaoru headed towards the school building where the kendo club was located.

The corridor was dimly lit, and it was almost five o'clock. The classroom became quiet, with the occasional sound of a baseball being hit in the air, mixed with the unpleasant sounds of various instruments from the brass band.

It's early summer now, and in another week, we'll be able to hear the cicadas chirping.

Leaving the corridor, under the intense sunlight, Kaoru came to the shade of the parking shed and looked at the exact time.

Why hasn't that guy arrived yet...?

Good afternoon, Xiaoxun.

While Kaoru was still in a daze, Kobayashi Chio was already sitting on the back of the bicycle.

Xun put away her phone and glanced at her somewhat depressed expression.

You're late.

"Sorry, I'm a bit busy."

Have you decided where to spend your money today?

"Hmm... there's nothing in particular I want to buy, but... I need to go to the hospital."

Kobayashi's words made Kaoru hesitate for a second.

"Go to the hospital? What for?"

"Xiao Xun, Mom heard about you... She told me she wants to see you." Xiao Lin said hesitantly. This was entirely her own idea, and she was worried that Xun would refuse.

"Okay, I understand."

What I imagined did not happen.

In the distance, the crisp sound of a baseball being hit seemed to travel through a thick membrane, barely registering in my ears.

In that instant, for the first time, Xiaolin felt so unfamiliar with the person in front of her.

Why...

Why is Hoshino so kind to her...?