Kiyomizu noticed that Kushida Kikyo in his class was like a smaller version of Honami Ichinose. Whether it was the proud and aloof Haruka Hasebe, the quiet Akito Miyake, or even the introverted Teruhiko Yukimura, she maintained a good relationship with all of them. Using the social bridge Kushida had built, Kiyomizu successfully obtained the contact information of some of his classmates.
"Kiyomizu-kun, you have to teach those three idiots a lesson next time!" Satsuki Shinohara whispered, her eyes unconsciously glancing in Kanji Ike's direction. "They talk dirty all day without a care in the world, treating the classroom like their own personal space."
(The Idiot Trio? A fitting nickname...)
"Hehe... Shinohara-san, don't worry about it too much~" Kushida chimed in at the right moment. "Boys at this age... well... it's normal for them to have... uh... adolescent thoughts."
"Kushida-chan is an angel! KMT!" Yamauchi and Ike shouted in unison, their eyes practically sparkling with hearts. (Kushida Kikyo's romanized name is Kikyou Kushida, so the acronym KMT was indeed correct).
(If these two were transported to another world, they'd probably be willing to be dismembered by the Bowel Hunter to protect a saint like Emilia...)
It was worth mentioning that, thanks to Kushida's clever maneuvering, on the surface, Kiyomizu and Yamauchi were now able to have normal daily conversations. As for Yamauchi's true thoughts? Kiyomizu didn't care. As long as the guy was smart enough not to bother him.
In just a dozen minutes of interaction, Kiyomizu had already added nearly half the class to his contact list. This level of efficiency, like being carried through a dungeon by a social expert, gave him the illusion of an "easy win"—as if he were being carried by the "Social MVP," Kushida Kikyo, and racking up points in the class's social hierarchy.
"Kiyomizu-kun..." Kushida suddenly tugged at his sleeve, a faint blush on her cheeks. "Um... could you do me a small favor?"
Kiyomizu was taken aback for a moment, then a knowing smile appeared on his face.
(So there's no such thing as a free lunch...)
It reminded him of his dorm mates in his past life, who were constantly asking for "small favors" like getting them food or drinks. But a request from this social expert was probably not that simple. He leaned in slightly, maintaining a polite distance. "What can I do for you, Kushida-san?"
"Kiyomizu-kun, do you remember the first thing I said when we first talked?" Kushida asked, her hands clasped in front of her.
"You said you had already exchanged contact information with almost everyone in class," Kiyomizu keenly picked up on the hint in her words.
"That's right..." The girl bit her lower lip, a rare look of trouble on her face. "Actually, besides you, there are two other people I haven't been able to connect with—Suzune Horikita and Rokusuke Koenji."
(I see, so these are the real boss levels...)
Kiyomizu nodded thoughtfully. "So, you want me to help build a bridge?"
"Exactly. Actually, just helping me get to know one of them would be enough," Kushida looked up, her eyes sparkling with anticipation. "If it's you, Kiyomizu-kun, maybe you could..."
(On the surface, it's a choice between two, but in reality, there's no choice at all...)
Kiyomizu thought to himself. After all, the whole class knew that as Suzune Horikita's deskmate, he was the most suitable "middleman."
(So that's what you were after...)
He looked at the "social expert" before him with interest. The almost obsessive determination in the girl's eyes reminded him of completionist gamers who had to unlock every single achievement.
(Is she that desperate to be "friends" with everyone?)
This personality, which treated interpersonal relationships as a lifeline, was like treating the number of followers on a social media account as a life KPI. For Kushida Kikyo, even one person showing dislike towards her would probably be as unbearable as having her carefully maintained public persona exposed.
"I understand," Kiyomizu suddenly gave a meaningful smile. "Let's go. I'll take you to meet Koenji."
"Eh...?" Kushida's pupils dilated, and the perfect curve of her smile faltered for an instant.
(Heh, didn't expect that, did you?)
Kiyomizu deliberately feigned a look of confusion. "What's wrong? Koenji and I are both guys. It's easier for men to communicate, isn't it?" He asked pointedly, "Or is that not what you were thinking, Kushida-san?"
It was true that he owed her a favor, but that didn't mean he was willing to be a puppet on a string.
(If I have to choose, I'll choose the one you least expect—)
Kushida's control over her expression was perfect. After a mere half-second of失态, her delicate face was once again adorned with a flawless, gentle smile. "You're right, Kiyomizu-kun... Then I'll be in your care."
When they approached, Rokusuke Koenji was intently admiring his perfect side profile in a small, gilded mirror.
"Koenji-kun..." Kushida approached with her signature sweet smile.
"Hmm?" Koenji didn't look up, his long fingers gently brushing his sideburns. "Could it be that Kushida-san is still upset about the seating incident? Don't worry, I, Rokusuke Koenji, never dwell on such trivial matters."
Kushida's smile froze on her face.
(Interesting... It seems Kushida was right. He's the narcissistic type she's worst at dealing with.)
He secretly compared the narcissist before him with Masumi Kamuro. Both were self-centered, but Masumi was like a rose armed with thorns, while Koenji—
"Well? Are you moved by my magnanimity?" Koenji finally put down the mirror, a supremely confident smile on his face. This classmate was more like a narcissus flower growing under a spotlight, with "I am the most beautiful" written all over him.
"Oh? Kiyomizu-kun is here too?" Koenji suddenly turned his attention to Kiyomizu, who was standing to the side. He casually put the small mirror in his desk and gracefully turned to face them.
Before Kushida could react, she heard Koenji announce in a theatrical tone, "Speak your request. I grant it."
"Eh?" Kushida's eyes widened, her phone nearly slipping from her hand. She instinctively looked at Kiyomizu, only to find him wearing a similarly confused expression.
Koenji continued on his own, "After all—this gentleman not only gave up his seat for me, but he also reported those blind interviewers on my behalf, did he not?"
Hearing this, Kushida gave Kiyomizu a surprised look but ultimately handed over her phone in silence, and the two exchanged contact information.
At that moment, an indescribable sense of speechlessness washed over Kiyomizu.
—Who told you I gave up the seat for you? There's a limit to narcissism.
Wait, how does he know I reported them?
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