You Will Regret This Ichinose! [205]

After the snowfall, Advanced Nurturing High was finally greeted by a clear sky. The endless blue stretched across the horizon, and sunlight bathed the pristine snow, creating a breathtaking and serene scene.

Uesugi Gen took a deep breath, letting the crisp air fill his lungs and ease his nerves—if only slightly.

Two hours ago, he had sent an email to all of them, inviting them to the clubroom for an open, honest conversation.

His instincts told him that if he kept avoiding this, things were going to spiral badly.

Checking his phone, he noted that it was about time.

He had no idea what the atmosphere in that room was like right now, but he highly doubted it was pleasant.

Alright… First thing when I step in, I’ll do a full-on dogeza to ease the tension. Then, I’ll channel my ultimate bootlicking skills and start spamming “sumimasen” like my life depends on it. If that still doesn’t work, I’ll use my final trump card—lock the damn door.

Since the school was on break, the building would be mostly empty. The clubroom was spacious, fully stocked with food and entertainment, and they had all night to talk things out.

He just had to hope they didn’t start throwing hands.

BANG—!

The door burst open.

"Aha! I’m hereeee! Did anyone mi—"

The cheerful, booming voice gradually died down… and then faded into complete silence.

Three seconds later, a bloodcurdling wail echoed through the building.

"WHERE’S MY WIFE?!"

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Ding-dong~

Horikita Suzune, who had been adjusting her makeup in front of the mirror, turned toward the door.

At this hour, with her reputation in class, it was highly unlikely anyone would visit her.

Could it be… that guy?

She glanced through the peephole, let out a small sigh, and reluctantly opened the door.

"What do you want?"

Standing outside was Kushida Kikyo, dressed neatly with a ladies’ handbag slung over her arm and subtle makeup applied. She blinked her big, innocent eyes, feigning an aggrieved expression.

"Can’t I visit you just because? Aren’t we good friends, Horikita-san?"

Suzune raised a hand to rub her temples.

She could never understand how this woman—who absolutely despised her—could waltz over so casually and act like they were best friends.

"You got his message too?"

Suzune cut straight to the point.

"Tch…"

Kushida immediately dropped the pitiful little angel act, clicking her tongue in irritation.

"You really are an annoying woman."

"Right back at you."

Suzune slipped on her shoes and shut the door behind her.

Given the timing of Uesugi Gen’s message, even without specifics, she had a pretty good idea of what this was about.

Since she and Kushida were temporarily aligned, going together was the logical choice.

Ding~

The elevator doors slid open.

Inside stood Sakayanagi Arisu.

She elegantly took a small step back, making space for them.

Kamuro Masumi remained expressionless as she stared at the two newcomers, making no move to acknowledge them.

Seeing the situation, Suzune and Kushida exchanged brief glances before stepping inside.

The doors closed, and the elevator began its descent.

Silence filled the space, an eerie tension settling between them.

As the feeling of weightlessness kicked in, the floor indicator displayed 4.

All four girls simultaneously turned toward the doors.

Ding~

The elevator doors slid open again.

Standing outside was a girl with long, light pinkish-blond hair.

Ichinose Honami.

She blinked in surprise at the unexpected gathering inside the elevator.

But in the next second, she flashed a warm, radiant smile and stepped inside.

No one spoke.

All eyes silently locked onto Ichinose.

Because they all knew—the fourth floor was where Uesugi Gen’s dorm was.

Meaning, the reason she was here was obvious.

"What an interesting coincidence," Ichinose said lightly, her tone composed despite being outnumbered.

"It seems all of Uesugi-kun’s favorite girls are gathered in one place. I suppose we’re headed to the same destination, aren’t we?"

A silent shock rippled through the group.

Them too?

A brief pause followed before Arisu chuckled.

"Oh my~ Our dear Uesugi-kun certainly has impeccable taste. It seems he’s managed to ensnare nearly all of the most popular girls in our grade."

Suzune crossed her arms and swept a cold gaze over everyone, saying nothing.

But her clenched fists told a different story.

"Hehe~"

Kushida let out an awkward laugh, her usual fake-smile plastered on.

Internally, she was already compiling an arsenal of verbal ammunition. She wasn’t about to go off on them here—but later? When she had the chance? Oh, she’d let loose.

"Don’t lump me in with you guys," Kamuro scoffed, looking away with a faint blush.

"That bastard threatened me, that’s all."

Ding~

The elevator reached the first floor.

Instantly, the underlying hostility dissipated.

Regardless of their individual feelings, this was internal business.

Even Ichinose, usually so easygoing, remained silent as she stepped out first.

Sakayanagi followed, her cane tapping against the floor.

Kamuro was next, trailing close behind.

Kushida and Horikita exchanged quick glances before stepping out side by side.

No one wanted to be the first to back down, so each girl maintained her own pace, refusing to fall behind as they headed toward their destination.

Soon, Ichinose—leading the group—came to a halt, her eyes widening slightly in confusion.

The others caught up and looked at the so-called "meeting spot."

A simple, rectangular building. At first glance, it looked no different from any ordinary shop.

A wooden curtain hung over the entrance, with the shop’s name stitched in white thread against light brown fabric. The frame and windows were made of dark wood, exuding a rustic charm.

The problem was…

It was a ramen shop.

A massive image of a steaming bowl of ramen was stitched into the curtain above the entrance.

And in Japan, ramen shops were generally considered inappropriate places for women to visit alone. Even when they did, it was usually in groups.

The girls exchanged glances, sensing that something felt off.

From what they knew of Uesugi Gen, this was absolutely not his style.

"This place is… rather peculiar," Arisu mused, glancing inside.

"The door’s wide open, yet there’s not a single sound coming from inside. Was it reserved? Or is there another reason?"

"We should go in," Arisu said without hesitation.

"Come along, Masumi."

"Don’t order me around!"

Masumi scowled but followed anyway.

Seeing them take the lead, the others were unwilling to fall behind and stepped inside one after another.

As expected, the interior was empty.

Aside from a single table with five neatly arranged chairs—

Waiting for them to sit.

"Yo, you finally made it! Welcome!"

An older man—previously seated—rose to greet them with a hearty laugh.

"...And you are?"

The shop’s lights were off, making it hard to see his face.

But for some reason, Ichinose felt a strange sense of familiarity.

"This?"

The man’s bright smile faded, his tone turning serious.

With absolute calm, he spoke two words.

"His father."

In that instant—

A tidal wave of pure pressure crashed down on them, like a tsunami of a billion tons of seawater, instantly robbing them of breath.

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T/N: HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH????????????

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