Chương 10: White lie

Everyone gasped in shock at my reply, unsure of how to react to the sudden revelation. I considered various ways to navigate this situation, such as telling the truth or refusing to answer by saying it was too personal, but none seemed to offer a favorable outcome in the long run.

So, I chose to lie, accepting the risk that it might someday backfire. However, since no one here knew me personally from before, the chances were slim. Additionally, this lie could serve as a deterrent to any future pursuers.

Everyone reacted with shock, except Akari. She remained standing with the same expression she had when she asked the question, though less nervous. It was as if she had anticipated my answer and had already steeled herself for it.

"I see. Thank you for being honest," she said, still smiling. She gave me a slight bow, then exited the classroom without saying another word.

So, she gave up just like that. Well, that was easier than I expected. I thought she might be more reluctant, perhaps even insisting on clarifying things further. But this is probably for the best. I can't afford any serious relationships right now; they would only complicate things. As I watched her leave, I felt a mix of relief and guilt. Relief because I had dodged a potentially messy situation, and guilt because I had lied to her face. But in the grand scheme of things, it was a necessary lie to maintain my peace and focus.

*DING*

[ANTAGONIST SYSTEM

ACTIVE QUEST 1/5

AKARI REI: 51%

COMPLETED QUEST 0/5

Congratulations on completing 50% on a single main quest, As a reward for your achievement, you have unlocked system shop]

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Hi, my name is Akari Rei. I'm 17 years old and currently attend Yokosuka High School. I live in Osaka with my parents and my little brother. My mother works as a civil servant, diligently serving the community, while my father owns and runs a cozy bookstore. Our home is a blend of the structured and the imaginative, filled with my mother's meticulous schedules and my father's endless shelves of books. My little brother adds a touch of chaos to our otherwise orderly lives, bringing a youthful energy that keeps us all on our toes.

Although it might sound like I'm bragging, I wouldn't be exaggerating to say I'm one of the top five beauties at school. My parents always encourage me to make friends and hang out with them. While I do have a few school friends, I prefer helping out at my father's bookstore, so I don't socialize much outside of school. Consequently, I've never even experienced 'love.'

I always thought that since I'm quite good academically, I could secure a good job, move my family to a bigger city, and provide them with a comfortable life, allowing them to retire. I planned to stay with them without getting married and joining another family. But all of that changed one day.

You see, my father's bookstore isn't situated in the best neighborhood, as gang activities are quite common. This is one of the main reasons I dream of moving to a bigger city. Although they haven't physically harassed me, these gang members often confront me, surrounding me and inviting me to partake in various suspicious activities. Their presence is a constant reminder of the need for a safer, more secure life for my family.

Yesterday, I stayed home due to a slight fever. In the evening, around the time school would usually be dismissed, I noticed my little brother, who had been playing just outside, was nowhere to be found. Initially, I wasn't too worried and went to look for him. However, when I reached an empty alley, my heart sank—I found him interacting with gang members.

If it had been anyone else, I would have tried to calmly defuse the situation without aggravating them. But this was my brother.

I rushed to the scene and grabbed him, shaking off one of their hands that was resting on his shoulder. Then I tried to leave quickly, but one of them grabbed my arm, refusing to let me go. He insisted that I needed to compensate him for the injury I had inflicted.

I signaled my brother to leave quickly, and he did so reluctantly. As I desperately tried to think of a way to escape, I spotted a student from our school. I pleaded with him to call for help, but he, gripped by fear, ignored me and changed his direction.

And just when I thought all hope was lost, my brother reappeared, this time accompanied by my shining knight. The rest of the story, as they say, is history.

After he left the scene, I instructed my brother not to tell Father about the incident to spare him unnecessary worry.

When I arrived home, I had a quick dinner and wasted no time texting my school friends. I asked them if there were any new transfer students who stood out for their exceptional features. They were taken aback by my sudden message, as I rarely reached out, especially regarding matters of the opposite sex.

But they answered nonetheless, informing me about a very handsome foreign transfer student. Although they don't know his name, they described him as having a perpetually cold demeanor, never displaying any expression other than a stoic, straight face. Rumor had it that he had even cracked a smile when introducing himself to the class, which made me jealous to have missed it. Yet, there was no solid proof to substantiate this claim.

As we discussed him, a rush of excitement swept over me, and I quickly locked the door. Even though I barely knew him, I felt an undeniable connection. Slowly, I reached inside my pants to relieve the tension building inside me.

After ending the conversation with my friends, I felt a lingering sense of loneliness and longing to see him once more before bedtime. In the quiet of my room, I found solace in pleasuring myself, thoughts of him occupying my mind.

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Hi author here

I have a question for you

If money doesn't grow on trees, then why do banks have branches?

Also sorry for the update delay, I was sick°^°

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