Chapter 87 Chapter 75 So-called Life
“It’s okay, Yuigahama-san, I just accidentally knocked over the cup.”
Yukinoshita Yukino quickly regained her composure and smiled to soothe the somewhat agitated Yuigahama Yui.
The girl’s cheeks slightly reddened, but fortunately, the dim lighting in the store didn’t draw much attention due to the setting.
Damn that parasitic bug!
It made me lose my composure in front of others!
Yukinoshita quickly realized that Lin Qi’s liking might just mean admiration. However, this confusion over it troubled her…
What am I mumbling? The key focus now should be on Kawasaki Saki’s commission.
She temporarily set aside her tangled thoughts and began mulling over what Lin Qi said.
Kawasaki’s sacrifice of sleep time for a job was certainly incorrect as far as she could see. But then, what would actually be correct?
Snow之下雪乃 had always acted in line with her values. It was the first time someone pointed out that pushing her own ideas onto others was arrogant, making her feel indignant.
If you say that’s wrong, yours must be right?
Projecting the current decision over an entire lifetime was unpredictable since nobody has foresight. But within a short future, consequences can be foreseen.
Just like Kawasaki using her sleep time for night-shift work, which in turn harms her academics and health…
This was clear, even Lin Qi couldn’t argue against this.
You seem to misunderstand. Seeing Snow之下雪乃’s struggle, Lin Qi calmly stated.
I’m not saying your judgment is wrong; I don’t wish you to obsess over correctness. You and Kawasaki’s situations vastly differ. Given your advantageous start in life, compared to most, you have more freedom to uphold righteous principles according to your parents’ teachings.
But this doesn’t apply to others like Kawasaki. You heard her brother’s words. Kawasaki’s family is far from wealthy. Would Kawasaki really prefer not to focus on studies if it wasn’t necessity?
Did you know he attends remedial classes? And do you realize how costly these classes are? If Saki wants to keep studying, she would need private tutoring too. Those costs add up for a modest household.
…
This… Yukinoshita felt momentarily speechless.
Have you done overtime work? No, right? Do you know how much an average Japanese high schooler makes per hour through legit work? Considering the establishment here, the hourly wages must be significantly higher than standard jobs.
If I were in your shoes, I’d strive harder instead of sacrificing hard-earned work for adequate sleep.
It’s not that people don’t want to do the right thing, but it’s often weighed down by harsh realities.
Life isn’t about simple black or white, but myriad shades of gray.
Yukinoshita fell completely silent.
After a moment, she let out a breath, and during this brief lapse, Kawasaki Saki had already cleaned the wet bar caused by the spilled lemonade.
“Enough, please leave if there’s nothing else. Of course, another drink is fine.”
“Perhaps you’re right.” She raised her head, “I’ll give up on your brother’s request.”
“Huh?!” Yuigahama suddenly panicked. This was the first time seeing her abandon a commission ever since joining the service club.
“But as a tradeoff, please tell me why you are determined to work regardless of losing sleep,” Yukinoshita earnestly asked, “Is it because of tuition fees?”
“…How did you know?”
Surprisingly, Kawasaki blinked. She hadn’t shared these details with anyone.
Then her expression turned calm again, nodding slightly, “Yes, so what?”
Hikigaya Hachiman, who had been silent, suddenly exclaimed with a plan, “If that’s so, there is a solution…”
“Kawasaki, do you know? Many remedial classes waive fees for top students and offer scholarships. Hit the required standards, and no need to worry about fees, earning extra money. No hindrance to studies and no burden on your family.”
A faint pride curled his lips.
Feel honored, Kawasaki. For I’m imparting to you my unique skills.
…
Hikigaya’s initiative resolved Kawasaki’s commission before it was dropped.
Seeing better alternatives, Kawasaki’s night shifts weren’t necessary anymore. Night work is tough, especially when days cannot be used for naps.
This change means Hikigaya no longer needs to pester Komachi!
Such was Hachiman’s true intention behind solving this dilemma.
“Brother, I’m done showering, your turn.”
Freshly showered Komachi urged her older brother while drying off, entering客厅 (living room).
There, Hikigaya removed his shirt, bare-chested doing push-ups. He kept Rinn Kei’s teachings close.
His physique today excelled over previously, muscles beginning to show.
“Unexpectedly, Brother’s been persistent.”
Observing her brother still working out, Komachi decided not to rush him but jumped onto his back.
“Wait… I’m sweaty, you just showered!”
“Don’t worry, I placed a towel down.”
“You’re really pushing yourself hard. Are you chasing after Yui? Haha! Worth breaking a leg for meeting such a nice girl!”
Komachi’s comment deflated Hikigaya.
What had she just mentioned?
Yuigahama owns the very dog I rescued at the opening ceremony?
…
After school:
Become a Jujutsu Sorcerer
