The protagonist's insistence

Miyuki was enjoying her lunch in the school cafeteria, reflecting on the progress of her relationship with Liu Chen. The rumors about the hickey had intensified, but she knew in her heart that Liu Chen was an exceptional man, and she felt lucky to be in love with him.

Lunchtime passed peacefully until, to her surprise, the Japanese protagonist, Takashi Sato, made an appearance. His NPC appearance and lack of charisma were unmistakable, but that didn't stop him from asking bluntly.

"Is it true about the hickey? Is Liu Chen forcing himself on you?" Takashi asked directly, without preamble.

Miyuki tried to stay calm and looked at him patiently, remembering that he was her student. "Takashi, our relationship with Liu Chen is complex. You don't need to worry about that. You don't have to dig into my private life."

Takashi, however, did not seem to understand the hints and continued to insist. "But, Miyuki-sensei, what if he is forcing or coercing you in some way? It is my duty to make sure you are okay."

Miyuki became increasingly frustrated by Takashi's insensitivity and finally, she decided to be firm. "Takashi, I'll tell you one last time. Our relationship is solely that of teacher and student. You don't need to get involved in my personal life like this. Please understand that."

Hearing these words, Takashi finally seemed to understand the seriousness of the situation. His eyes reflected a mixture of confusion and recognition, but he decided not to insist any further. "I understand, Miyuki-sensei. I'm sorry if I was inappropriate."

Miyuki nodded, feeling relieved to have established clear boundaries. "Thank you for understanding, Takashi. Now, if you have no more questions about the lesson, I can return to my work. I hope you can enjoy your lunch too."

Takashi nodded and left, leaving Miyuki alone in the cafeteria. As she continued her lunch, she felt more certain than ever of her feelings towards Liu Chen. The awkwardness she had experienced in the conversation with Takashi only reinforced her determination to protect her relationship with the man who had become such a fundamental part of her life.

Takashi Sato's Perspective (Takashi Sato Pov): Takashi was walking through the school hallways, deep in thought, when suddenly, he felt a hand on his shoulder. He turned to face three of the school's most prominent heroines: Yuko Sakurada, Haruka Nakamura, and Aiko Mizuki. They were known and were part of a group called the "Seven Beauties," exemplifying the maximum symbols of beauty and charisma at the school.

Yuko, with her black hair and eyes of the same color, had a strong and righteous personality. She often expressed her disdain for men, and her presence was commanding. Haruka, on the other hand, was Yuko's polar opposite. With white hair and gray eyes, she was the smartest in the school and tended to stay in the background, reserving her words for special occasions. The third member of the group, Aiko, was the president of the drama club and stood out for her outgoing and cheerful personality.

The three beauties looked at Takashi curiously, noticing his downcast countenance. Yuko, in her typically determined tone, asked him, "Takashi, what's wrong with you? You look quite down. Did something happen?"

Takashi sighed and leaned against one of the hallway walls. "Girls, today in the cafeteria, I talked to Miyuki-sensei. Something about her attitude made me wonder if someone is pressuring or forcing her in some way. So I asked her directly about the hickey and her relationship with it."

Haruka, the librarian, raised an eyebrow curiously. "And what did she answer you?"

Takashi continued his story, explaining how Miyuki had made it clear that her relationship with that person was complex and that he should not worry about her. He also mentioned that she moved away from her, emphasizing the nature of her relationship as teacher and student.

Aiko, the lively president of the drama club, showed his surprise. "Wow, Takashi, you seem to be more worried about this than I imagined. What do you plan to do about it?"

Takashi looked uncomfortable, as if he didn't have a definitive answer. "Honestly, I'm not sure what to do. But I feel like something is wrong, and I can't just ignore it."

Yuko exchanged glances with her companions before nodding decisively. "Look, Takashi, we're here to help each other. We can't let our sense of justice falter, can we?"

Haruka added in her calm and wise tone, "I know it worries you, but before we jump to conclusions, maybe we should investigate a little more. That way, we'll be sure that Miyuki-sensei is okay."

Takashi felt comforted knowing that he was not alone in his concern for Miyuki-sensei. Now, with the help of her friends, he was determined to discover the truth behind her attitude and make sure she was okay.

Miyuki's Perspective (Miyuki Pov): Miyuki sat in the school cafeteria, her lunch in front of her. The conversations around her were lively, but her mind was elsewhere. Her conversation with Takashi had left her with a bad taste in her mouth.

She remembered how Takashi, with his black hair and dull eyes, had barged into her luncheon to interrogate her about her relationship with Liu Chen. His tone had been more accusatory than curious, and that had made her feel uncomfortable and upset. She felt insulted and branded as if she were a bad person because of her relationship with Liu Chen. The look of disgust on Takashi's face remained in her mind.

Looking at her food, Miyuki noticed that she had lost her appetite. Even though her stomach was growling, she could only think about the conversation with her student. She tried to take a bite, but the lump in her throat prevented her from enjoying the food.

Miyuki knew that she had to deal with this situation somehow. She couldn't let a student's words jeopardize her relationship with Liu Chen. After all, she had found her happiness in his company, and she would not allow anything to threaten it.

Miyuki promised herself that she wouldn't let Takashi's prejudices or school rumors get to her. She would take her time to talk to him, explain her situation, and hope that he would understand. Her relationship with Liu Chen was a private matter, and she would not allow people to interfere with her happiness.

With renewed determination, Miyuki tried to take another bite of her lunch. Although her thoughts continued to wander to the conversation with Takashi, she was determined to protect what she had with Liu Chen and find a way to handle the situation at school.

The food, although not yet appetizing, began to go down her throat. Miyuki knew that she would have to face challenges and obstacles, but she wouldn't let that stop her. Her relationship with Liu Chen was special, and she wouldn't let anyone get in the way of her happiness.

Miyuki returned to the classroom after her brief lunch break, determined to put her unpleasant encounter with Takashi in the cafeteria behind her. As she waited for her students to enter the room, she watched as the familiar faces of her students filled the room.

The clock was ticking, and finally, all the students were in their seats, including Takashi. Miyuki couldn't help but notice his presence in the classroom. It was like a constant reminder of the awkward conversation they'd had at lunch.

Although her heart was beating faster than normal, Miyuki reminded herself that, at this moment, she was their teacher, and she should put aside any personal feelings she might have.

She clenched her jaw and forced herself to focus on her work, feeling Takashi's gaze on her. She knew that she could not allow distractions to affect her duty to teach her students.

Miyuki started her class as usual, trying to convey her knowledge and passion for her music to her students. Despite Takashi's presence, she tried to remain calm and professional. Her students deserved her best effort, regardless of the circumstances.

As the lesson progressed, Miyuki noticed that Takashi seemed more interested in the class than she had expected. His eyes were on her as she explained, and although she was surprised, she decided to focus on the fact that she was fulfilling her duty as a teacher.

Time passed quickly, and class came to an end. As her students got up and left the classroom, Miyuki prepared to face the pending conversation with Takashi. She knew she couldn't ignore the situation much longer.

Takashi approached her at the end of class, and Miyuki mentally prepared herself for what would come next. The conversation they would have might be awkward, but she was ready to face it. After all, it was her responsibility as a teacher to guide her students and help them understand the world around them.

Miyuki took a deep breath as she stared at Takashi, feeling a mix of disbelief and frustration at his words. Awkward silence filled the classroom, and finally, she broke the ice.

"Takashi, why did you come? Do you need help with class or something?" she asked in a kind tone, trying to maintain her composure.

Takashi, with a serious and worried expression, replied, "No, Professor Miyuki, that's not why I'm here. I'm worried about you, about what's going on. Is that man you're with... forcing you to do something you don't want to?"

Takashi's words shocked Miyuki, who was momentarily speechless. She couldn't believe that her own student was making such insinuations about Liu Chen. Despite her surprise, she tried to stay calm.

"Takashi, I don't know what you mean. Liu Chen is not forcing me to do anything, and you have no right to interfere in my personal life," she said firmly, trying to end the conversation before it got any more complicated.

However, Takashi didn't seem willing to stop. He continued with accusations and offers of help from him, while insulting Liu Chen. Although she did not mention Liu Chen's name, his words were clearly directed at him. Miyuki felt overwhelmed by the attitude of her student, who, with his lack of tact and hurtful words, had pushed her to the limit of her patience.

"Enough!" Miyuki finally exclaimed, raising her voice. "You don't know Liu Chen, and you have no right to talk about him this way. He is a gentleman, and he has never forced anything on me. Our relationship is based on love and mutual respect. Please, I beg you, stay out of my life."

Takashi remained silent, surprised by Miyuki's reaction and perhaps embarrassed by his own clumsiness. The classroom was plunged into an uncomfortable silence, broken only by the heavy breathing of both of them.

Miyuki, feeling exhausted and emotionally vulnerable after that conversation, just wanted Takashi to leave. The tension in the room was palpable, and it was clear that their teacher-student relationship had crossed an uncomfortable boundary. Now, she longed for peace and privacy to deal with her own feelings.

"Please, Takashi, leave me alone. Our conversation has come to an end," she said with a tone of voice that denoted her emotional exhaustion.

Takashi nodded, feeling embarrassed and somewhat confused. He left the classroom, leaving Miyuki with a knot in her stomach and many unanswered questions.

Aiko Mizuki's physical description had already been written in previous chapters, just in case.