[591] Understood, the Classic Outsider

Chapter 591: Understood, the Classic Outsider

In the auditorium, the opening ceremony was in full swing.

After the principal delivered a passionate and inspiring speech, Iroha, the student council president, took the stage.

Although she often sought Hachiman's help, having served as student council president for a year, she was more than capable of handling such formal occasions and delivering a speech.

Following Iroha's address, it was time for the freshman representative to speak.

Unfortunately, the representative wasn't Komachi.

Despite her decent grades and the guidance of Yukino and Mafuyu, she only managed to rank within the top five among the new students, with someone else claiming the first spot.

After all, geniuses are never in short supply in this world.

Hachiman might have his own "cheat," but while he could add "modules" to others, the methods were… questionable.

There was no way he'd resort to something so outrageous with Komachi.

Without the use of [Potion], Komachi's performance was already impressive. After all, there's little practical difference between being first and being in the top five.

"And so, let's enjoy our high school life together and create beautiful memories of our own."

As the freshman representative concluded their speech, the hall erupted in thunderous applause, marking the official end of the opening ceremony.

After the ceremony, the girls found Komachi.

Seeing the little sister in Sobu High's uniform, Yui immediately rushed over and hugged her tightly.

"Ah! The uniform looks amazing on you, Komachi. You're super cute!"

"Thank you, Yui-nee, for the compliment! I'm really happy too. From now on, I get to attend the same school as all my big sisters."

Held in Yui's embrace, Komachi closed her eyes contentedly, her face full of joy.

At that moment, the other girls gathered around Komachi, offering their congratulations.

"Welcome to Sobu High, Komachi-chan!"

"That's right! Feel free to come visit our classroom anytime you want to hang out."

"Exactly, and since we're all in the same class, it'll be super convenient. This is so great!"

"…"

Hearing their kind words, Komachi smiled brightly and nodded in response.

Just then, Hachiman walked over and ruffled his little sister's hair.

"Komachi, how does it feel to finally be in high school?"

"It feels pretty nice," Komachi replied, scrunching her cute little nose.

"Hey, Onii-chan! Stop messing with my hair! I'm a high schooler now—I'm an adult!"

"An adult? Don't kid yourself. You'll always be my little sister," Hachiman said with a chuckle, lightly tapping her forehead.

Then, as if remembering something, he asked, "By the way, I forgot to ask—what class are you in?"

Although slightly annoyed, Komachi still answered his question.

"I got placed in Class 1-A."

"Class 1-A, huh?"

Hachiman nodded thoughtfully upon hearing this.

In truth, Hachiman had discreetly arranged for Komachi's class placement, ensuring she was assigned to the class with the best teachers. After all, the ten million yen sponsorship wasn't given without expectations.

Thinking for a moment, Hachiman spoke again, "Komachi, make sure to work hard and study well."

"But if anyone dares to bully you, just let me know. Onii-chan will make sure to teach them a lesson."

Not just Hachiman, but the other girls chimed in as well:

"That's right! If anyone bullies you, I'll make sure to handle them for you."

"Exactly! Anyone who dares to mess with our adorable Komachi-chan is unforgivable."

"Yep! We may not bully others, but we won't let anyone bully us, either."

"…"

Looking at Komachi, who had practically become the group's treasured little sister, Hachiman couldn't help but smile and shake his head.

Is this what they call 'love me, love my sister'?

Just then, the bell signaling the start of class rang. Hachiman quickly spoke up.

"Alright, that's enough. Stop crowding around here—it's almost time for class. Let's head back."

Hearing this, the girls reluctantly said their goodbyes to Komachi, reminding her to come visit them whenever she had time.

With that, Hachiman, accompanied by a flock of lively and cheerful girls, left the auditorium under the astonished gazes of many new students.

...

After advancing to their third year, most students opted to drop their club activities to focus on preparing for college entrance exams.

In Japan's "happy education" system, schools don't teach an overwhelming amount of content, but the college entrance exams don't get any easier because of it. As a result, most third-year students chose to attend supplementary classes after school or on weekends, leaving no time for club activities.

For clubs like the Service Club, which consisted entirely of third-year students, it was only natural for them to disband.

But Hachiman wasn't one to let that happen.

With just a word to Iroha Isshiki, the president stamped her approval to retain the Service Club's room.

Though the club's original functions had ceased, the room was kept as a study space or a place to eat lunch and relax. It even allowed Komachi to take over as the new president of the Service Club.

During lunch break, Yui and Yukino, as usual, came to the Service Club room to eat.

"Yukinon, isn't Hikki coming?"

Opening the lunchbox her mom had prepared, Yui asked curiously.

Hearing this, Yukino swallowed a bite of her meal and replied calmly, "He said he was going to check on Komachi first."

"Oh, I almost forgot—Komachi is a Sobu High student now," Yui said, sticking out her tongue in embarrassment. She then turned to look at Yukino's bento and her eyes lit up as she spoke in a pitiful tone.

"Wow, Yukinon, your fried shrimp looks so good. Can I have one?"

Seeing Yui's pleading expression, Yukino found it amusing but didn't show it. Instead, she picked up a piece of shrimp with her chopsticks and held it out to Yui.

"Say ah~"

Surprised that Yukino was offering to feed her, Yui felt a twinge of happiness and obediently opened her mouth.

At that moment, the door to the club room swung open, and Hachiman walked in with Komachi.

Komachi's lively voice filled the room as she greeted them.

"Yukino-nee, Yui-nee, I'm here—"

Before Komachi could finish her sentence, she froze at the sight of Yukino and Yui's close interaction. Unable to hold back, she pouted and playfully whined,

"Ah, you two have such a good relationship! I want you to feed me too!"

Hearing Komachi's request, both girls chuckled. Yui waved her over enthusiastically.

"Komachi, come here! We'll feed you too!"

Excited, Komachi happily ran over to join them.

Watching the three girls cheerfully feed each other in an overly friendly manner, Hachiman shrugged.