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I am that male friend in the harem story 1 Hardcore Beginning

Calm, without moving as still as the future economy of this country. 

Yet, probably, as it had become so cliche, even though he was transformed into a certain character in a famous story, he was so calm that he just stayed in silence in the class, without moving when he should be screaming like how normal people did when they experienced his experience. 

Ishigami Yuu. 

In a twist of fate, he found himself thrust into the role of this character right in the middle of a class. Surrounded by unfamiliar faces in a new environment, or rather in the new world, he had to be calm without attracting anyone so no one could tell that he wasn't the original Ishigami Yuu. 

If he had to explain his situation, he would have been like someone who couldn't swim yet, having been thrown into the stormy Pacific Ocean and told to learn to swim there. 

Fortunately, there was a system that gave him an explanation of what was happening. He also had the memory of Ishigami Yuu, and, lastly, he had read millions of reincarnation stories, so he was quite a veteran of this genre. 

Yet, as a veteran reader, he had to say, it felt so complex when such a situation suddenly happened to him. 

In the beginning, he thought that everything was a dream and he was thinking of doing something crazy, but fortunately, the system appeared and told him what he had to do in this world and what kind of support it would give him. 

His mission in this world was simple: to date a girl. 

That's it. 

Naturally, the girls that he dated had to be among the heroines in the story, and it couldn't be an extra whose name wasn't even named or whose face on the anime wasn't even drawn properly. 

The heroines had to be part of the story, even though they didn't have much of a scene in the story itself. 

It was quite simple, he thought. 

After all, what he needed to do was just date a girl. 

Even Ishigami Yuu had a stigma for being a stalker who beat up a guy and even became a shut-in for a while; he was quite handsome. How could he confidently say so? 

Well, frankly, he wasn't sure, but he knew that, at worst, he wasn't ugly. 

The only bad part was his gloomy hairstyle, which was like an emo guy, and his body was too thin, but in this country where frail and slender were seen as a good point, it was fine. 

The proof? 

There were many heroines who fell for Ishigami originally, like Iino Miko or Kobachi Osaragi. 

There were probably more, but due to Ishigami's nature, he didn't realize it. 

Moreover, Ishigami's family wasn't bad at all since he was the second son of the toy company owner. 

With all of that qualification, it was weird of him not to have a girlfriend. 

However, it didn't mean that he could get cocky. No matter the situation, he shouldn't get ahead of himself and always move with caution, but then again, if he failed to get those heroines until he graduated, he could choose to become a NEET, mooching his family's money and just lived until he died before he was reincarnated again as the system told him that there were no serious consequences if he failed. 

Still, if he succeeds, he may acquire a certain talent from the girl who falls for him. 

While he wasn't sure what kind of talent he would receive, he was quite curious. 

At the same time, aside from giving him a quest, the system also had another use or support to help him learn various skills such as—

[Reading Level 1 (9/100).]

As long as he tried to do a certain action, it would become a skill, and its proficiency would become better as he did that action. 

Each skill had a maximum of five levels, and he would become a master of that certain action when it reached a maximum level. 

However, even if this system was good, there was still a limit since one's ability was limited, and there were some that one couldn't learn, no matter how hard they tried. 

If he gave an example, it was to learn mathematics or physics since he knew that no matter how hard he learned, it was impossible for him to become a famous scientist who stuck out his tongue, showing a silly face, yet created a "theory of relativity."

Still, while there might be some limits to a study, the physical ability was different as everyone was equal. If one trained harder, their physical ability would increase, so during his stay in this world, he was going to make his body better since he didn't like his frail and weak body that was tormented by sleeping until late, eating junk foods, and stayed immobile due of playing game all the time. 

However, before that—

"I can't believe that you can stay so calm after what you did before." 

The voice was quiet, but it was said in a voice that could be deliberately heard by him. 

Ishigami turned his head and looked at the quite cute-looking girl with a blonde drill-like hairstyle and slender body, who sat on his side. She also looked at him purposefully and didn't seem to fear him looking in her direction. 

Or rather, she wanted him to look at her, so she said those words deliberately in a voice that he could hear. 

Who was this girl again?

'Oh, right, Onodera Rei-san.' 

If he remembered well, even if this girl had also badmouthed him in the past, she also had changed after those who had cared about him told everyone the truth about his incident in the original story. 

Or rather, even if his incident wasn't known, her attitude toward him was quite light after they had become part of the Cheer Club at the sports festival. 

Still, he had to say, his beginning was quite hardcore as he was being mocked like this in the middle of the class. 

If it was Ishigami, he was sure that he would just pretend that he didn't hear anything and read something until Onodera looked away. 

However, as he had become Ishigami, it was impossible for him to ignore her. 

Still, he wouldn't get angry or beat her up since that would cause him trouble instead. The best revenge had never been a physical one but something that hurt the heart. 

Watching her smooth, soft, round buttocks that were wrapped in a short skirt of her school uniform, Ishigami made up his mind. 

"Thank you, Onodera-san." 

Onodera Rei was stunned and asked quietly with confusion, "Why did you thank me?" 

"I have tried to change, but it seems that my effort isn't enough, so thank you for reminding me." 

After saying that, Ishigami continued to read the books, which were hard to understand. As he was a shut-in and hardly studied, his knowledge was limited, and he had to learn even harder if he wanted to reach everyone's level. Still, since he had become Ishigami, it would be a shame if he didn't reach rank one, beating those who thought of him as an idiot, having revenge in his own ways. 

After all, even if some students of this school were smart, he didn't think that they could reach the level of a scientist who stuck out his tongue. 

Yet, his words caused Onodera to be unable to focus, and she kept glancing at him from time to time, watching him, who quietly studied. Her heart felt tightened, mixed with some guilt but also a strange emotion, as she saw that he was really trying to change. 

Only when Onodera, who sat by his side, kept glancing at him did it attract the attention of many, especially those who were cornered about him. 

I am that male friend in the harem story 2 Kaguya will be gentle

New

Yesterday

Clearing up his stigma. 

Ishigami had decided to do this since he had to say that Onodera's words made him uncomfortable, and he was sure that the others would also talk to him mockingly like that. He wasn't like Ishigami, who could ignore the injustice that happened to him so he could make a girl happy due to her ignorance. 

Thankfully, Ishigami had evidence to prove his innocence, which could help him to expose the true criminal who had falsely accused him. 

At the same time, he thought of one figure who could help him to solve all the situations that had haunted him. 

Frankly, Ishigami didn't care about their talks since sooner or later, they would part away in life.

High school was only three years, and after that, everyone would be on their own and become strangers. 

Moreover, he could become a NEET, relying on his parents and older brother to live in the future, so there was no need to be afraid of living in poverty. 

If there was a problem, he just didn't like when he thought he had to live like a criminal, yet those who had accused him and those whom Ishigami had saved could live happily. 

If it was the previous Ishigami, then he might think that there was nothing that he could do, and he was okay with it since he wanted to protect that girl, but he was different since he didn't want to live like this. 

'Still, who is the name of the girl again?' 

Ishigami tried to think of the name of the girl whom Ishigami tried to save, but in the end, he couldn't, so he didn't bother.

This was one of the things that he had to do, and the other was his bangs. 

He had to say his bangs were annoying, as they were so long and made it hard for him to see. However, he also knew that it was all due to trauma and a way for him to protect himself from the outside. His bangs were like curtains that helped him to close the ugly world before him. 

Still, once again, he was different, so he swept up his bangs so he could see better. 

As expected, his sight became better, and he could see everything clearly. The job of his bangs that had helped him to hide was no longer needed by him. At the same time, he thought of cutting his hair short since he wasn't used to long hair, which should also be his new beginning. 

Yet, some people saw this action; their lips squirmed, but they couldn't say anything openly. 

Ishigami continued to learn even if what he could understand was limited, but when the break came, he didn't intend to stay in the class, as he was ready to start his plan to erase this stigma of his. 

However, when he stood up from his seat—

"Ishigami..."

Ishigami turned and looked at Onodera, who suddenly called him out. "Hmm?" He didn't show an unpleasant or cold expression, only curiosity.

"I..." 

Yet, when Onedera faced his gaze, she couldn't say what she wanted to utter. Frankly, she should act cold, mock him with everyone like before, but somehow as she saw his silent hard work, she felt her heart was tightened, filled with guilt, thinking how childish her action be. 

However... the words that she wanted to say couldn't come out, and she... just didn't know what to say. 

"What's wrong, Onodera-san?" 

His voice was gentle and polite, which made her even feel guilty. 

"No-Nothing..." 

In the end, Onodera couldn't say what she wanted to say. 

"Is that so? Then, I will leave first." 

"Okay." Onodera nodded. "Sorry for stopping you." 

"It's fine. You don't need to worry." Ishigami waved his hand and left the class with ease. 

Yet, Onedera couldn't feel at ease at all. She kept wondering why she couldn't say what she wanted to say, and this thought would probably haunt her until tomorrow. 

'Ugh...' 

Still, her actions were noticed by many, and they felt doubt, strangeness, and curiosity. 

Ishigami was a loner and a misfit, but Onodera was one of the pretty girls in the class who was also quite popular and had many friends. 

So, why should she stop him so suddenly?

Yet, for a few of them, after they looked at Onodera, they looked at Ishigami's back, and their gazes filled with doubt. 

However, those things had nothing to do with Ishigami, who went to buy sandwiches and drinks before he visited the student council to implement his plan. 

Still, as he was on his way, he saw a petite and slender girl with fair skin and beautiful long black hair, which she tied with a ribbon.

Even from a distance, one could see how different she was from the rest, whether it was her beauty or the way she walked. 

Well, this girl wasn't his type, though, and when he thought so, suddenly, the girl turned and looked in his direction. 

Did she feel his rude thoughts? 

He was startled, but he quickly reacted and greeted this girl, "Shinomiya-senpai." 

"Ishigami-kun." 

The girl politely nodded at his greeting, yet she was also curious since she could feel that this junior of hers and the member of the student council were quite different as it was rare for him to initiate a greeting or even appear in this area. 

Still, Ishigami felt that his change was nothing compared to the identity of this girl. 

Shinomiya Kaguya. 

The vice president of the student council and also his senior. 

Her total family worth was two hundred trillion yen. 

Trains, banks, cars, etc., with easily over one thousand child companies, the Shinomiya Group counted as one among four Zaibatsu, and she was the daughter of the leader of the entire group. 

Moreover, she also excelled in theater, musicals, martial arts, and countless other subjects. 

Still, such a perfect girl also had a weakness, but Ishigami didn't dare to talk about it since he didn't want to be sent to Siberia to plant a potato. 

"Are you going to the student council too?" Kaguya asked. 

"Yes." Ishigami nodded. "Are you going there too, Senpai?" 

"Yes, I have some jobs to do there," Kaguya observed him discreetly, then asked, "It is me, or do you seem to change a little?" 

"Is it?" Ishigami pretended to be confused when he heard her question. 

"Yeah." Kaguya nodded, feeling that this junior of hers really had changed somehow. 

"Is it a bad change?" 

When she was asked such a question, Kaguya didn't answer his question immediately, paused, and then shook her head. "No, I think it is good." Compared to the usual gloomy junior, this change wasn't bad at all. Still, this change made her curious, though. 

Still, she suddenly noticed that he appeared to be hesitant for a while, which made her ask once again, "What's wrong?" 

"Senpai... are you free after school?" 

"Well..." Kaguya was dumbfounded when Ishigami asked her this question, but due to her curiosity, she nodded. "I am free. Is there a problem?" If it was another man, she might not agree and would reject the invitation, but it was different with Ishigami as they knew each other. Moreover, she also did a background check from his birth until now, so she knew he was safe and gentle, especially when she also knew the truth behind his accident. 

After a moment of hesitation, Ishigami said, "There is something that I want to talk with you about later after school. Can you meet me later, Senpai?"

"...okay?" 

Even though Kaguya was curious, she decided to wait until the class was over, wondering what Ishigami wanted to say, but then... one thought suddenly crossed her mind. 

'Is he going to confess to me?'

When Kaguya thought so, she was stunned and secretly glanced at Ishigami, who changed the hairstyle into a mid-parted long hair like a young Kimura Takuya with long hair. 

While she had to admit that Ishigami was handsome, she had to apologize since her love had already been given to a certain someone whom she couldn't name. So, If Ishigami confessed to her, then of course, she would have to reject him. 

Still, as he was her junior, she knew that she had to be gentle so she wouldn't hurt his heart. 

As she made up her mind to do so, they had arrived at the student council. 

Only if Ishigami knew what was on the head of this young woman would he be sure that he would stare at her speechlessly, thinking that, like her family's wealth, her imagination was rich. 

I am that male friend in the harem story 3 Ishigami is going to change

New

12 hours ago

"Oh? Ishigami? Shinomiya?" 

"Kaichou (President in Japanese language)." 2x

When the young man inside the two entered at the same time, he was surprised. 

Yet, Ishigami couldn't help but observe the young man before him, the protagonist of this world. 

Miyuki Shirogane. 

A handsome young man with blonde hair, dark blue sanpaku eyes, and long eyelashes. Moreover, dark circles showed how exhausted he was, yet he didn't seem to stop working. 

Still, compared to his outer appearance, his achievement was something that one should appreciate more. 

A man of unparalleled wisdom and intellect. Constantly taking first place in mock exams. A genius among geniuses, the top scorer in the entire country. 

Compared to Kaguya, who was a rounder, Shirogane focused all of his focus on studying to a fearsome degree. More importantly, he was also the student council president of the Shuchi'in Academy, a private school exclusively for the rich and nobles with a long history. 

Being chosen as the student council president meant that he was impressive in that school. 

Still, compared to all of that, if there was a reason why Ishigami explained all of Shirogane's achievements, it was all because this young man was the one who saved the real Ishigami. 

When everyone doubted him and thought of him as a creepy stalker, forcing him to apologize even though he wasn't at fault, then turning him into a shut-in for a period of time, Shirogane came and told him that he believed in him. 

When everyone was in doubt, Shirogane was the only one who trusted Ishigami. 

So, there was no doubt that even if he wasn't the original Ishigami, he felt indebted to Shirogane. 

However, at this moment, Shirogane felt an unprecedented crisis, as he had never thought that Ishigami and Kaguya would appear so close to each other. Still, it was hard to ask why they were so close, but with his brilliant mind, he quickly asked why they were together. "It's rare to see the two of you together; what's wrong?" 

Was it too straightforward?

Somehow, Shirogane felt regret for asking the two of them such a question so suddenly. 

While Ishigami didn't feel anything by this question, Kaguya was surprised by Shirogane's question. 

As expected, did he fall for me? 

After all, it was impossible for one to ask such a question if they didn't care about the others. 

Still, like Isgahimi, Kaguya knew Shirogane's background and history. Naturally, she also knew that Shirogane had low self-esteem, and if there was something that could push him forward till now, it was his number one grade in the entire country, so even if it might seem fun to tease him to see how he would react if she told him that Ishigami might confess to her after school, she decided to be straightforward. "I have some tasks that I have to do in the student council. As for Ishigami, we just met along the way, Kaichou." 

"Yes." Ishigami nodded, then quickly changed the topic. "By the way, Kaichou, can I ask you about the studies?" 

"Oh, sure." Shirogane was surprised, but he nodded readily. Inwardly, he felt relief that nothing had happened to the two of them, and at the same time, he was happy that Ishigami wished to improve. He still remembered their first meeting and how much of a mess Ishigami had been before, so he watched him take the initiative to ask about the study. 

"Thank you." Ishigami smiled, thinking that everything was moving in a good direction. "By the way, have you eaten Kaichou? I have too many sandwiches and tea with me." 

"Is that fine?" Shirogane asked in surprise. 

"Sure." 

"Thanks." 

After they said so, Ishigami asked Shirogane about his studies, what he should learn, and what kind of books he should get. 

Shirogane answered all of Ishigami's questions with ease, telling him what Ishigami should learn and what kind of books Ishigami should read. 

"You should be able to get all the books in the library. Try to borrow them later after school." 

"Thank you, Kaichou" 

As they talked, Kaguya kept observing the two of them. No, she observed Ishigami. 

Did he try to improve to make her heart sway? 

If so, then she thought that Ishigami had done a good job, but unfortunately, she had fallen for someone. Yet, when she thought that he might get depressed after she rejected him... somehow, she felt sorry for him. While she knew that she shouldn't do this, she felt like... she should compensate him, trying to cheer him up, so he could be a better self. 

Nevertheless, even if she felt so, her love for that certain man didn't change. 

What she wanted to do was to support this junior of hers who wanted to change. 

Yet, once again, Ishigami was oblivious to Kaguya's thoughts, and his only focus was to learn to become the best student in the school. 

Still, the break soon ended, and Ishigami thanked Shirogane. "Thank you, Kaichou." 

"No problem." Shirogane shook his head and said, "If you have a problem, you can ask me." 

"I will." Ishigami thought for a while and asked, "By the way, are you free this weekend?" 

"This weekend?" Shirogane thought for a while, then nodded. "I should be free. What's wrong? Do you want to learn more?" 

"No, I am just asking. Studying is enough when it is during the weekdays." 

"...I think that you should work harder." Shirogane was speechless, and at the same time, he also felt that Ishigami had changed slightly, making him appear cheerful and somehow... more sociable. 

Well, this change of his was good, so Shirogane didn't care much, and as a guy, he wasn't so sensitive to this type of change. 

"Anyway, thanks, Kaichou. I will go back first." Ishigami excused himself and also said goodbye to Kaguya. "Shinomiya-senpai, I will excuse myself." 

"Um." Kaguya nodded and said, "Like Kaichou said, you should study harder." 

"...I think that a proper rest is important." While Ishigami was a bit frightened by Kaguya, as he knew how horrible the power of money was, he decided to test her bottom limit, so he knew what he shouldn't do and do. 

Yes, he might have a system, but Kaguya's power of money was too much for him to bear. 

"Say that again after you get a good rank on the entire grade." 

"Oh, look at the time. I need to go to the class, or I might be late." 

More than this, it was dangerous, so Ishigami decided to do a strategic retreat. 

"Hey!" Kaguya looked at Ishigami's back helplessly. 

"Don't be harsh on him," Shirogane said with a gentle smile, but he was glad that nothing had happened between Ishigami and Kaguya. 

"No, we have to be harsh. I am afraid that he might become a sleazy guy." 

"Sleazy guy? Ishigami?" 

"....." 2x

The two thought for a while, then shook their heads. They knew Ishigami well, and they knew it would be impossible for him to become a man who played with the hearts of many women. 

Still, while Shirogane shook his head, Kagaya fell into a deep silence, wondering how she should reject Ishigami later.

As she was in a mess, walking on a spiral of wonder at how not to hurt her underclassman, who worked hard to get her love, Ishigami returned to his class, and he started to study hard, honing his skills, especially [Reading] as it made him able to read and understand the content of the book faster, so he could study in a shorter time. 

It was time for everyone to go home, so Ishigami, who didn't intend to stay any longer, directly packed his books and bag, ready to go to the student council room, ready to meet Kaguya to solve his stigma; someone stopped him again. 

"Ishigami!" 

"Hmm?" Ishigami turned and saw that it was Onodera who stopped him once again. "Onodera-san? Is there something wrong?" He sat in his seat again, looking at Onodera in doubt. 

Yet, once again, even if Onodera was able to stop Ishigami, she wasn't sure what to say. "Are... you going back now?" 

"No, I am planning to go to the student council." 

"Ah, I am sorry for stopping you." Onodera quickly apologized. 

"No, it's fine." Ishigami shook his head and asked, "Do you need me for something?" 

"....." 

Being asked, Onodera lowered her head, hesitating and wondering what she should say, but Ishigami didn't seem to be impatient, and she was waiting for her. As he looked at his attentive and gentle gaze, somehow, courage was born in her heart. "If you don't mind... can we talk later? I-I mean after you are done with the matter of the student council." 

"I don't mind, but I am not sure when I will finish the problem in the student council, you know? 

"I don't mind waiting. Or rather, give me your LINE, tell me when you finish with the student council." 

After Onodera said so, Ishigami fell into silence and looked at her strangely. 

"Wh-what's wrong? What's with that gaze?" Onodera felt confused by Ishigami's gaze. 

"...are you trying to pick me up?" Ishigami asked hesitantly, then said softly, "I know that we're sitting next to each other, but my LINE isn't so easy to get, especially since we aren't that close." 

"Idiot! I am not!" Onodera blushed, feeling embarrassed, and came closer, almost pressing him. "Anyway, give me your LINE!" 

"You are like that pushy pick-up guy on that street now, Onodera-san." 

"I am not!" 

As they bickered, naturally, they attracted much attention, but neither of them paid attention. 

"But since you are so desperate, I will tell you my LINE." 

Onodera pouted, but when she got his LINE, her hands moved fast, and she quickly sent him a sticker on the chat. 

Onodera: A cute character sticking out her tongue. 

Ishigami only read her chat and then put his smartphone back in his pocket. 

"Why do you only read? Give me a reply!" Onodera complained about his callousness, who had just read her chat without even any intention to reply. 

"I am right beside you. What kind of reply do you want me to send you?" Ishigami looked at Onodera helplessly and stood up. "Then, I will go to the student council first." 

"Un." Onodera nodded reluctantly, then said, "When you finish the student council, tell me, okay?" 

"I will." 

"Go for it!"

Tapping his back like a supporting sports character did to the protagonist, Onedera sent him off. 

"...do you think I am going to the competition or something? By the way, don't spam me later." 

"I won't!" 

Ishigami didn't say much and only waved his hand, but Onodera pouted, unhappy by his lack of energy response. Also, what did he mean by not sending him spam?!

Did he think of her as an annoying girl? 

Yet, when Onodera thought about what she had told him before, she somehow couldn't refute it and could only lower her head slightly, feeling worse and wondering why she had said something so mean to him. 

Nevertheless, while she might not realize it, the gap between them had become closer, and the hesitation in her heart was no longer there. Her ambiguous thoughts had become firmer, and as she had that exchange, she knew what she wanted to do. 

It was just that many were staring at them, and some of them had complicated expressions as they watched their exchange. 

Yet, those things didn't have anything to do with Ishigami, who had come to the student council, but he was surprised to see that Kaguya was there. 

"Huh? Are you here already, Senpai?" 

"...I come as soon as the class is finished."

"Sorry to make you wait, then." 

"It's fine. I just happen to have nothing to do." Kaguya took a deep breath and saw Ishigami close the door. The room was quiet; there were only the two of them. She could hear the sound of her heartbeat clearly. It was fast, she thought. Frankly, it wasn't her first time receiving a confession, yet why did she feel nervous and her face was so hot?

Kaguya wasn't sure why, but she tried to calm herself. "So... do you need me for something, Ishigami-kun?" 

"Senpai..." Ishigami looked at Kaguya and said, in a straightforward manner, "Can you help me erase my stigma?" 

However, Kaguya's answer was different from his expectations.

"I am sorry. I thought of you as a precious junior, and you are also kind of cute, but I have someone that I like, and I can't betray him." 

"...." 2x

The two fell silent, and Ishigami stared at Kaguya, whose face started to redden like a red tomato.