Chapter 112: A Study Session with Five Girls and One Boy!

November 21st, cold weather, the final week of the month.

As winter approached, the tail end of autumn had ultimately slipped through our fingers. Tokyo could no longer hold onto its warmth; the beautiful legs that were a common sight just months ago had vanished entirely, save for those belonging to the high-level corporate women in office buildings or perhaps the girls wandering the streets of Shibuya at night. The biting autumn wind served as a warning: those girls out on their own had to find new shelter within the next few weeks, or they would soon face the torture of the bitter cold.

Should I extend a helping hand?

Haruno Haruhi rested his chin on one hand, his gaze drifting out the window. As the leaves drifted down, the handsome youth truly possessed a restless heart yearning to save the world. Should I take in two more?

"Haruhi! What are you thinking about?" The voice of Yohei Hiraisuke broke the rare atmosphere. "You look like you're pondering the meaning of life. Don't tell me you're thinking about your future career path?"

Caught off guard, Haruhi turned his head. "Is it that obvious?"

It was true. He had just been thinking that once he had enough money, he would buy a large house specifically to take in these suffering girls. What a kind and positive-minded person he was!

"By the way, Haruhi, how are you preparing for this week's English monthly test?" Yohei whispered. Compared to the winter camping bonfire party next month, most students at the National High School were more concerned about the test in two days. If they could get a good grade, they could relax and have fun; after all, no one wanted to be reminded of unpleasant things during happy times.

"Ha-Haruhi-kun, do you have any time after school tonight?"

During the lunch break, Yuriko Ogata suddenly approached, clutching a thick textbook. The petite figure seemed to possess infinite strength, and her large eyes held a mix of anticipation and uncertainty. Haruhi glanced at Seiryo Milon, who was sitting across from him, hunched over the desk writing and drawing. The young lady was still calculating something, her head bowed so low that her face was hidden.

"Is something the matter, Ogata-san?"

"Well, the exam is coming up, and I was thinking we could study together. A study session," Yuriko said, glancing at Seiryo Milon before taking a deep breath and voicing her request.

"A study session?" Haruhi was stunned. Study? If I agree to this, I might as well just restart my life. Just as he was about to think of an excuse to decline, another voice came from nearby.

"A study session? Great! I was just thinking about studying too. Can I join?"

Her long silver hair dancing in the breeze, Yukino Seiryo appeared from nowhere. She stood beside them, tilting her head with a mischievous smile. "Facing a monthly test right after entering high school is so stressful!"

Stress? I don't see any stress on you. Haruhi was speechless. Why does this person always pop up? Are all genius beauties this shameless?

"Why are you going? This is grown-up business; a little brat like you shouldn't be joining in," Haruhi rejected her flatly.

"You're not really the one who gets to decide that, are you?" Yukino said with a smile. She had grown accustomed to Haruhi’s sharp tongue. She realized that with someone like him, there was no point in negotiating. She turned to the silent Seiryo Milon. "Big Sister, I want to join the study session too!"

"If you want to join, then join. Why ask me?" Milon put down her pencil and gave her a faint glance.

"That's because I'm borrowing your boyfriend for a while," Yukino teased.

"I never said I was going," Haruhi declared firmly, shooting a glare at Yukino. She only pursed her lips and giggled.

"Ah?" Hearing that Haruhi wasn't going, Yuriko panicked, suddenly at a loss for what to do.

"Oh, Sister is still so strict!" Yukino sighed dramatically, acting as if she had a headache. She draped an arm around Yuriko's shoulder and whispered in her ear, "You should have invited him privately. With my sister right there, he’s bound to refuse. You don't know how scary she can be!" She finished with a sly grin toward Milon. Although she tried to cover her mouth with her hand, she didn't lower her volume, and the words were heard clearly by everyone.

"Eh?"

Yuriko looked dazed. Seeing her expression, it was clear that Yukino had done it on purpose! A calculated move!

*Seiryo-san, don't fall for it!* Haruhi glanced at the young lady, then pointed at his phone, signaling Yukino to stop talking nonsense. The silver-haired beauty snorted and clamped her mouth shut.

"I have something to do today, so the study session..." Haruhi began, trying to end the conversation, but Milon interrupted him.

"In that case, let's all study together! I was just thinking of studying a little, too." She smiled at her younger sister. "Your sister is very generous."

"Right, let's all..." Haruhi started to agree, but halfway through, he realized something was wrong. "Wait, study together?"

"Yes, is there a problem?" Milon smiled, a hint of seriousness in her tone. She stood up, walked over to Haruhi, and hooked her arm through his. "Let's all go study. I still have many questions to ask Ogata-san!"

"No, no problem." Feeling the surprising sensation from her arm, Haruhi had no choice but to agree.

Yukino watched the two of them showing off their affection and narrowed her eyes. "Great! Sister, you really gave me a big surprise. You've changed so much!"

"Of course. But you, little sister, haven't changed at all," Milon said, the arm she held onto Haruhi seemingly inheriting his sharp-tongued trait. "And I don't just mean your personality, but also... your body?" She cast a pointed glance at Yukino's flat chest and sighed as if in pity.

"You!" Yukino's anger reached its peak.

"Pfft!" Seeing the two sisters at each other's throats, Haruhi almost burst out laughing. *Referee, come help! Someone is making personal attacks here!*

"Ah? Hmm?" Only Yuriko looked around in confusion. *Hey, hey, hey! Why isn't anyone asking for my opinion? I'm the one who started this! And I only wanted to invite Haruhi-kun... how did it end up like this? But if Haruhi-kun is going, I'm still happy!*

"Are you forming a study group? We want to join too!!!" The voices belonged to Kanae Terashima and Mai Hanai, who had just returned from eating.

"Why are you two academic underachievers joining a study group? Don't do things that don't fit your personas!" Haruhi felt a headache coming on as he saw the two delinquents join the group.

"So what if we're underachievers? Can't I work hard to study from now on?" Kanae loved to stir up trouble. "The more the merrier!"

"Then let's all go together."

Since the young lady had spoken, Haruhi didn't say anything more. However, he was distracted for the rest of the afternoon. Milon, Yuriko, Yukino, Kanae, Mai—the thought of them all sitting at one table made his head spin. *But it's just a simple study session. Everyone will just be studying; nothing else should happen, right? It's in the school library, in front of so many people! We'll just study quietly and keep that atmosphere.*

Unfortunately, plans never survive reality. After the final bells rang through the school, students trickled out the gates, the golden sunset casting a glow on their flushed faces. Because of the upcoming exams, many clubs had granted their members a short break. After all, at National High School, most students prioritized their studies, and with no club activities, the library was packed early. Students who couldn't find seats had no choice but to call their friends and go home to study.

A group of six stood out among the crowd—five girls and one boy—making everyone watch the guy in the middle with envy. Yet, Haruhi, caught in this flower garden, felt no happiness—only a deep sense of impending doom.

"Hey, Seiryo-san, why are we going to my place to study?" Haruhi whispered to the girl holding his arm.

Indeed, their destination was Haruhi's rented apartment. After school, the library had been full, and after some discussion, Yukino had suggested his apartment. And no one had opposed it! Everyone had agreed, ignoring Haruhi's own opinion.

"Then where else would we go?" Milon glanced around. Though she was used to being watched, she still felt a sense of disgust.

"Use your authority as the 'Big Sister,' Seiryo-san!" Haruhi whispered maliciously. "Refuse them! End this study session! We'll reschedule!" Her soft earlobes turned hot from his breath.

"It doesn't matter. It's just studying. What could they possibly do?" Milon smiled. Her thin lips looked tempting, like jelly, making one want to taste them.

"You're acting strange today, Seiryo-san," Haruhi said after a few seconds of silence. "You've become so... understanding?" It was true; normally, the young lady would never agree to this, especially at his home with five girls and one boy.

"Understanding?"

"Yes, exactly. You're acting like a girlfriend who has been completely conquered by me!" Haruhi replied with certainty. While it was true—the young lady's charm stat of 93 meant she was practically fully cleared—it was still strange.

"So you mean I'm usually not understanding?" Milon smiled, her long eyelashes fluttering. Her beautiful eyes were filled with confidence in herself and in Haruhi.

"Heaven is my witness, I didn't mean that at all!"

"You'd better not! Otherwise, you can say goodbye to your happiness for the rest of your life!" Milon's expression suddenly turned cold, her face looking even more stunning in its indifference. "I mean, even if you find other girls, it's useless. I'll just excise the source!"

"Actually, many times, many nights, I wasn't just doing it for myself. I was holding back and trying to last longer, not because I wanted more pleasure, but for you, Seiryo-san! I want to devote my whole self to you! I'm trying my best to bring you joy! I'm a good citizen!"

"Hmph!" The young lady blushed, her body softening as she recalled something. Or perhaps her body was already accustomed to it, forming muscle memory.

Haruhi sighed, his handsome profile filled with worry. Was the study session already deviating from the plan? Haruhi had a feeling this wouldn't be simple. It was an inexplicable feeling, but it felt very real.

"Caw." "Caw."

Crows perched on the streetlights, calling incessantly. Looking up at the yellowing sky at a 45-degree angle, a faint melancholy washed over Haruhi, and he fell into deep thought.

Walking behind, Yukino kept giggling; as long as Haruhi was struggling, she was happy! Kanae and Mai chatted away, filling the air with noise. Yuriko walked silently on the edge of the group, her eyes never leaving Haruhi.

The group of six set off. Walking down the familiar downhill path, yellow leaves drifted down. If no one cleaned them up, they would soon turn to dust. Male students passing by looked on with envy, especially as they reached the neighborhood, where whispers followed them. Looking at the familiar faces, Haruhi could already predict that after today, he would once again become an urban legend.

The Chronicles of the Handsome Youth!