Chapter 301: A New Application of Sword Aura
After seeing Yukino off at the apartment building and saying their goodbyes, Hachiman headed towards his own home.
On the way, he discussed their plans for going to the beach during the summer vacation with the girl. Despite his pride taking a hit from the "sphere" incident last time, after some thought, she agreed to join.
However, when passing by a convenience store, Hachiman paused.
The ingredients in the fridge seemed to be running low, so it was a good opportunity to restock.
With that in mind, he entered the convenience store.
Picking up a shopping basket at the entrance, Hachiman planned to buy some vegetables and meat.
When he reached the bento section, he heard a familiar voice.
Cherry-colored long hair, bangs neatly covering the forehead, two strands of hair on the sides braided into twists, dressed in a professional OL outfit, long legs adorned with black stockings, and feet in a pair of dark high heels.
It was his current history teacher and also neighbor, Mafuyu Kirisu.
"Mafuyu-sensei," Hachiman greeted as he approached.
Startled by someone calling her name, Kirisu, who was earnestly choosing a bento, turned around and saw Hachiman's familiar face, letting out a sigh of relief.
"Oh, it's Hikigaya-kun. Good afternoon."
"Yeah, good afternoon, Mafuyu-sensei." Hachiman nodded and noticed the budget bento she held.
"Do you have bentos for dinner, Mafuyu-sensei?"
"Yes, I do. I'm not very good at cooking."
Speaking of which, Kirisu couldn't help but feel a bit embarrassed. Not only was she not skilled in cooking, but she was a complete novice in household chores, even struggling with tidying up her room.
Hearing her admission, Hachiman was somewhat surprised.
You should be aware that despite recently joining Sobu High, Kirisu has already gained considerable popularity among students due to her exquisite appearance and excellent teaching quality.
Well, mainly because of her appearance. After all, this is a world where looks matter. And during high school, both boys and girls often have those kinds of fantasies...
But unexpectedly, this highly popular teacher among students doesn't know how to cook.
Well, nobody is perfect.
"Eating bentos every day is not good." Hachiman shook his head, then smiled and invited, "How about this, Mafuyu-sensei, come to my place for dinner tonight?"
"Huh? This..."
Hearing this, Kirisu hesitated a bit. After all, she is a teacher, and regularly going to a student's house for meals might seem a bit inappropriate. However, Hachiman's cooking skills are just too amazing. Every time she eats, it leaves her wanting more.
"Well... if you don't mind, then I'd be happy to."
In the end, unable to resist the temptation of delicious food, she agreed.
Seeing Kirisu agreeing, a smile appeared on Hachiman's face.
"Then let's choose some ingredients together."
"Yeah, sure."
Saying that, the two of them started picking out ingredients together. If you ignore their clothing, you might mistake them for a couple or newlyweds.
But that's not possible now. One is wearing Sobu High's school uniform, and the other is in work attire. Even if someone were to make that mistake...
Emmmm
It seems like they could also be mistaken for an older sister supporting a male high school student.
Soon, the two of them selected some ingredients, completed the payment at the cashier, and left the convenience store together.
Before long, they arrived at the entrance of Hachiman's house.
"I'm back."
"Welcome back, Onii-chan."
Opening the door, Komachi naturally greeted them, and then she saw Mafuyu Kirisu, who came in with Hachiman.
"Huh... Kirisu-neesan?"
Hachiman explained with a smile, "We happened to run into Mafuyu-sensei while buying ingredients at the convenience store, so I invited her to have dinner with us."
"I see." Komachi nodded understandingly.
"Please come in, Mafuyu-sensei."
"Well... sorry for the intrusion." Coming to a student's house for a meal again, Kirisu couldn't help feeling a bit shy.
After changing into indoor slippers, the three of them walked into the living room.
"I'll go start cooking." Hachiman took the purchased ingredients and headed to the kitchen, but he suddenly thought of something and turned back.
"By the way, Komachi, since the opportunity is here, why not let Mafuyu-sensei help you with your homework."
Upon hearing this, Kirisu's eyes lit up.
"Sure, I can totally do that."
Tutoring homework is also part of being a teacher, and it can be considered a form of "meal fee" as well.
"Um... okay."
Although Komachi was a bit unwilling, she's now in her third year of junior high, aiming for good grades to smoothly enter Sobu High. So, she obediently took out her homework and textbooks.
While the two were engaged in homework assistance, Hachiman started preparing the meal in the kitchen. Wielding the knife with a few graceful swings, the ingredients on the cutting board transformed into the desired shapes. Satisfied with the result, he nodded, realizing that using sword techniques for chopping vegetables was quite convenient. If those swordmasters saw this scene, they would probably be horrified, considering the sword aura they spent a lifetime cultivating was being used by Hachiman to chop vegetables.
Once all the ingredients were prepared, he heated the oil in the pan. Before long, the kitchen was filled with delightful aromas. After about half an hour, dinner was finally ready.
"Alright, it's time to eat." Taking off the apron and washing his hands in the kitchen, Hachiman called out to the two in the living room.
"Yay!" Komachi cheered and hurried to the bathroom to wash her hands, with Kirisu following suit, equally eager. The aroma that wafted from the kitchen moments ago had captivated their attention.
"I'm starting—!" As the three sat down, the customary pre-meal phrase echoed, and dinner officially began. Picking up a piece of sweet and sour spare ribs, Kirisu placed it in her mouth. The tangy sauce and rich meat flavor instantly filled her taste buds, causing her to involuntarily squint in satisfaction.
"Mmm... it's so delicious; Hikigaya-kun's cooking is amazing."
"Exactly, Onii-chan's culinary skills are the best." Komachi also picked up a piece of ribs and put it in her mouth, expressing her satisfaction with a slightly mumbled remark.
In response to their compliments, Hachiman smiled.
"If you like it, feel free to eat more."
"Mafuyu-sensei, if you ever want to eat, you're welcome to come to our place anytime."
Upon hearing this, Kirisu's face showed a hint of interest, and then she harshly scolded herself in her mind.
"Oh, Mafuyu Kirisu, Mafuyu Kirisu, you're a teacher, you shouldn't be thinking about freeloading at your student's house, even though it's really delicious."
After inwardly scolding herself, she immediately took another bite of the sweet and sour spare ribs.
Ah, so delicious.
Chapter 302: The Commencement of the Investment Plan
After dinner, Hachiman took care of washing the dishes and cleaning the table.
As for Komachi and Kirisu, they continued with their homework in the living room.
After finishing the chores, Hachiman brewed a few cups of tea and handed one to Kirisu.
"You've worked hard, Mafuyu-sensei."
"Thank you, Hikigaya-kun," she replied, taking the tea.
"As a teacher, helping students with their homework is my duty. Since the opportunity is rare, why not work on your assignments together with Hikigaya-kun," she suggested.
Hachiman considered it and brought out his homework. Kirisu, expecting to find areas to assist, was disappointed to discover that Hachiman didn't need much help.
Typing and scribbling, they quickly finished their assignments for the day.
Kirisu, realizing that although Hachiman usually keeps a low profile, he consistently ranks at the top of the class, felt somewhat disappointed that she hadn't been much help.
Completing their assignments, Hachiman closed his workbook. Suddenly, he looked at Kirisu.
"Mafuyu-sensei, do you have any plans for the summer vacation?"
"Huh? Summer vacation."
Hearing Hachiman's question, Kirisu seemed puzzled.
"I'll probably stay in my apartment. I don't usually have social activities."
She admitted this somewhat shyly, feeling like an adult confined to her home during the summer.
Hachiman was surprised to learn that Kirisu was a bit of a homebody. Smiling, he extended an invitation.
"Some friends and I are planning to go to the beach during the summer vacation. Would you like to join us, Kirisu-sensei?"
"Huh? The beach."
Hearing this, Kirisu's expression showed a hint of interest. After all, the idea of the seaside was quite appealing. However, being a teacher, she hesitated about going to the beach with students.
Noticing her hesitation, Hachiman spoke again, "You don't need to worry, Kirisu-sensei. Hiratsuka-sensei will also be joining us at that time."
"Hiratsuka-senpai is coming too?"
Hearing this, Kirisu felt a flutter of interest.
Seizing the opportunity, Hachiman continued, "It's a rare chance. Let's go together. Spending the whole summer vacation at home is too wasteful. Going to the beach would be worthwhile."
"Alright... fine, I'll go with you."
In the end, Kirisu couldn't resist the temptation of the beach and agreed. Having Shizuka, another teacher, with them made it less awkward for her.
"Well, that settles it," Hachiman nodded with a smile.
Observing this, Komachi tilted her head.
Could it be that Onii-chan is making a move on his teacher?
In her mind, any girl invited to the beach by her Onii-chan was a target of his interest. Moreover, during the last beach trip, she noticed that a few people had feelings for her Onii-chan.
But why, after all this time, has there been no progress?
This left Komachi somewhat perplexed, and at the same time, she made up her mind.
This time at the beach, she's determined to make Onii-chan's admiration reciprocated. She couldn't believe that among all those older sisters, not one had succeeded.
...
Sobu High School.
Classmates gathered in pairs and threes to discuss their plans for the summer vacation.
"During the vacation, my parents said they would take me on a trip. I'll bring you local specialties."
"Really? I envy you. During the vacation, I can only go back to the countryside to accompany my grandparents."
"Well, the countryside is not bad. Occasionally, enjoying the scenery there has its own charm."
"Hmph, staying at home with air conditioning and cold drinks is the way to go in this hot summer vacation."
"Haha, I guess no one invited you to go out."
"Darn!"
...
As time passed, with the ringing of the dismissal bell, the eagerly awaited summer vacation officially began for the students.
Because of the upcoming summer break, there were no Service Club activities today. Hachiman packed up and prepared to go home.
He had already informed the girls about the beach trip, and without exception, everyone agreed.
However, this time, he didn't need to rent a beach or villa. Knowing that he planned to go to the beach this year, Erina simply waved her hand, suggesting they could use the Nakiri family's private beach.
Hachiman shrugged at this, not surprised at all.
After all, for conglomerates like the Nakiri Group, having a private beach was a minor affair, let alone one or two private islands.
On the third day of summer vacation, leaving a few days' living expenses for Komachi, Hachiman boarded a plane with Soue Nakiri bound for the United States.
Currently, Facebook was still in its early stages, making it an excellent investment opportunity.
In the coming years, Facebook would experience rapid development. If he wanted to acquire a significant stake by then, the amount of money required would be substantial.
As long as Hachiman's actions this time proved successful, in just a few years, he could become a global tycoon, a figure that the Yukinoshita family would look up to.
California, Menlo Park.
Mark Zuckerberg's youthful face revealed a clear sense of concern after bidding farewell to yet another investor who declined to see a promising future with him.
As he contemplated where to secure investment, his secretary entered the room.
"Boss, representatives from the Totsuki Conglomerate are here."
"Totsuki?! The big Conglomerate in Japan?" Mark Zuckerberg's face displayed surprise.
Perhaps, in the future, he could grow into a formidable force comparable to Totsuki, but at the moment, he was nowhere near the level of this international giant.
"Where are the representatives from Totsuki now?"
"They've been arranged in the reception room," the secretary replied.
"Good, take me to meet them."
"Yes."
Reception room.
Mark Zuckerberg pushed the door open and entered, only to see two figures.
One was a young man he didn't recognize, and as for the other, it made his eyes widen.
The renowned founder of Totsuki International, Soue Nakiri.
He had encountered this figure more than once at various international financial conferences.
"Hello, Mr. Zuckerberg. I am Soue Nakiri, the head of Totsuki International," Soue spoke as Mark entered.
"As for this gentleman, he is our partner from Totsuki, Hachiman Hikigaya."
Soue intentionally emphasized Hachiman.
Sure enough, upon learning that Hachiman was a partner from Japan, Mark Zuckerberg's face displayed some surprise.
He hadn't expected Hachiman to be so young and yet be a partner with Totsuki.
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