The case where I was gradually getting buried in the heavy love of my childhood friend who had miraculously recovered from their illness was perfect! - Chapter 35 : The talk With The Principal

“Principal, all our students are working hard for the free meal vouchers. As for the sweets vouchers, there’s a bit of my personal interest involved.”

“…No wonder, not only our class but every time students from other classes pass by, they ask about it. Aizawa-sensei, you really did it.”

“I thought the principal would have this much flexibility. Isn’t it a good opportunity to show the students that it’s just a breeze once you reach that position?”

“Let’s stop talking about money-related topics; they tend to get heated. Well, it doesn’t bother me at all, though.”

“Alright! You’re quite generous, Principal!”

“…I can’t take it anymore, this sensei.”

…Was it really a good thing that I witnessed this exchange?

Today, the day before the infamous proficiency test, I witnessed the interaction between Aizawa-sensei and the principal.

Well, they weren’t particularly hiding, having such a conversation in the corridor in front of the staff room, so it was inevitable that I would see it.

“Hmm? Rokudo-kun.”

“Oh, Rokudo-kun.”

“Good morning…”

Just being in their line of sight isn’t enough, but once they call out to you, you can’t just escape.

While greeting, I joined the conversation, and Aizawa-sensei grabbed my shoulder firmly, making me nervous.

“Rokudo, you also want those sweets vouchers, right?”

“Y-yes.”

“That’s what the principal says.”

“…It’s tough for you, Rokudo-kun.”

Since Aizawa-sensei next to me was staring intently, I didn’t nod. But, well, come to think of it… Aizawa-sensei is a capable woman in appearance, but does she really talk like this with other teachers? Perhaps her popularity among students is because of her approachability… That’s natural, I guess.

“By the way, Rokudo-kun.”

“Yes?”

“Be honest, do you think Aizawa-sensei is a good teacher?”

In a situation like this!?

I thought that, given Aizawa-sensei’s personality, she would force me to say she’s a good teacher, threatening me if necessary. But surprisingly, she didn’t say anything, and although she continued to stare at me, it felt like I could say anything.

“Um…”

I’m a guy too… I won’t run away while mumbling!

Though I chose my words carefully, I conveyed the impressions I had of Aisawa-sensei from the few days since entering school.

“Aizawa-sensei… I think she’s a good teacher. Well, in the end, the judgment of whether a teacher is good or bad depends on how the students feel, but I can see that she thinks about various things behind her words and actions. At least at this point, I think she’s a good teacher. She listened to me when I talked about suddenly becoming the vice representative of the class, and she cares about my childhood friend, Rion. Regarding her choice of words, it’s not stiff; rather, it leads to approachability. That’s how I feel, anyway.”

“I see, I see.”

The Principal seemed satisfied with my words.

“Aizawa-sensei is often viewed with a strict eye due to her actions and words, but I think it’s important for a teacher to be liked by students. As for the new class, there seems to be no problem with Aizawa-sensei.”

“Rokudo, you’re a good guy.”

“Thank you.”

Well, as I said before, I carefully chose my words.

But, I’m glad if it made Aizawa-sensei happy.

‘…Wait? What did I come here for again?’

Oh no… I completely forgot.

Could it be that my aging process has already begun and I am starting to forget things…?

I quickly remembered, so I was relieved, but afterward, I walked to the classroom with Aizawa-sensei.

“It’s refreshing to go to the classroom with a teacher before the morning assembly.”

“Is that so?”

“Yeah. Walking with me means that normally, Rokudo is late.”

“Well, that’s true.”

“In this case, it’s like I was dragged into it by you and the principal. Since you said something nice, I’ll overlook it if you’re late for a while.”

“I won’t be late, I promise.”

“Haha, I get it.”

Every day, I go to school with Rion, so there’s no way I would be late. I don’t have any worries about that.

“Rokudo.”

“Yes?”

“As a teacher, I value students. I can’t openly favor one individual or specific someone, but when it comes to Tohsaka, I think about her more than necessary.”

“Aizawa-sensei…”

“Oh, I’ve actually had a thorough conversation with her parents. I know most things, as I mentioned before, but I know quite a bit.”

“…..”

I see… Certainly, from the perspective of Takuma-san and Kurumi-san, they would talk. If something happens to Rion, she would come flying to school immediately… Since Rion doesn’t want to make a big deal out of it, and considering that I’ve told everything to the teacher without Rion knowing, it seems like the teacher is handling it all in secret.

“For things related to physical education and activities involving physical movement, there’s a special exception, but even in other cases, if I judge it necessary, I intend to treat Tohsaka specially. Even if it causes trouble or generates animosity from inconvenient places, as her homeroom teacher, I won’t compromise at all.”

“Aizawa-sensei…”

“As a teacher, my evaluation doesn’t matter. If the students who entered this school can say I was a good teacher when they graduate, that’s enough for me.”

“…Isn’t that too cool?”

“Is that so? Well, for now, I’ve only talked about Tohsaka, but it applies to you and other students as well. Even after completing compulsory education, children are still children, and guiding them is our role as adults.”

This teacher… Wait, huh? She’s way too cool.

Feeling somewhat moved by that, all of it was ruined by the words that followed.

“Nevertheless, I don’t want any troublesome matters. Isn’t there a job where I can sleep and still get paid, despite being in a teacher’s position?”

“There’s no way that exists.”

“Oh… You’re the type to say things when it’s time, huh?”

…It slipped out unintentionally.

But it couldn’t be helped since it turned out like this right after I thought it was cool… Well, this kind of aspect might make students find me more approachable.

After that, I made an appearance in the morning with Aizawa-sensei… It goes without saying that everyone was curious about why I was with her.

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“Wow, so Class 3 is working hard at studying.”

“Yeah. Especially the girls, they’re really fired up.”

“…I see.”

During the break, I exchanged glances with Hiroshi and had a conversation.

The content was about studying hard for the upcoming proficiency test, but it seemed like the talk about sweets vouchers was quite widespread.

Indeed, everyone was diligently studying to get those sweets vouchers… Studying is a good thing, but everyone is quite simple-minded.

“Studying hard is a good thing.”

“I think so too. It might be a bit simple-minded, though.”

“Even so, the act of working hard is important. Don’t you think Tanabe-kun, as the student council president, would be happy about it?”

“Yeah… Hmm.”

By the way, Rion was by my side right now.

Although Hiroshi and Rion didn’t talk during the committee meeting, I thought it would be a lively conversation now that we had the chance to meet again… but it seems that was an illusion.

“Tohsaka.”

“What is it?”

“Do you… have an incredible monster inside you?”

“Well, what do you mean by that?”

“Hey… Both of you?”

Rion’s atmosphere changed at Hiroshi’s words.

The friendly atmosphere from a moment ago disappeared, and Rion stared at Hiroshi expressionlessly — Hiroshi, unfazed by that gaze, continued.

“Well, forget what I said just now if you can. It’s something that piques my interest, but if Nagisa is by your side, you feel at ease, right?”

“That’s an odd way to put it.”

“But it’s not entirely wrong, is it?”

“Yes. You’re not like that, right?”

“Hmph, I think of Nagisa as a friend.”

“Alright. Please take care of our Nagi-kun from now on as well.”

“Sure.”

“Hey, what the hell is going on?”

What position do I have between these two…?

Nevertheless, the chilly atmosphere from earlier was gone, and now we were just having a normal conversation.

“He has quite sharp eyes.”

“Is that so? I think he’s a good guy, though.”

“He seems like a good person. Just be careful not to make him an enemy; you might have a bit of a hard time.”

“What is he fighting against?”

Rion just laughed lightly… Well, at least she said it’s okay for me to get along with Hiroshi.

Rion doesn’t show mercy to those she considers enemies… I think it’s probably the same even if it’s someone I’m getting along with.

‘Well, if it comes to that, I’ll probably be angry too.’

Come to think of it, I don’t think I’ve ever been angry at Rion.

In times like these, I sometimes think about what would happen if I seriously got angry at Rion… Well, she’d probably just say I’m being cheeky.

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