"...Oh?" Mr. Hiratsuka narrowed his eyes: "Are you sure?"

"I'm sure." She looked around with an apologetic expression, as if she was sincerely sorry, and she looked timid and lost: "After all, I have caused trouble for everyone, so I should take responsibility."

Li Nian laughed.

He is indeed a smart guy. This remedial action is good and timely. He knows that he can't hide it from anyone, so he openly admitted his motives, which is quite tactful. But if we have to say who he caused trouble for, isn't it Wu Geng who caused the most trouble? If he really wants to apologize sincerely, he should apologize to Wu Geng. The fact that he replaced "everyone" with "everyone" shows that this guy has no intention of reflecting on himself at all. He just did it out of necessity to protect himself.

Although if she wants to redeem herself from her gaffe, the best solution is to apologize to Wu Geng. It doesn't require much trouble. She can just add "and Wu Geng" after "everyone". She doesn't need to be sincere. Just mentioning it can show her broad-minded heart and sincerity of reflection. If she fails to do this, it will seem very artificial.

But at this moment, it doesn't matter if it's a bit pretentious. Gogen is an insignificant person in the class, so it doesn't matter whether to apologize to Gogen or not. In fact, "everyone" who is the object of the apology has already received great treatment for these words.

Sagami failed to release the fifth update, which caused "everyone" to be criticized. Now that she has lost face, she is willing to stand up and admit the mistake, apologize to them, and is willing to take on the role of executive committee member that no one else wants to take. This can be regarded as a compensatory move that does not lose anything and is beneficial to anyone. So they forgave her generously, and all of a sudden "public opinion" changed again. The voices of criticism disappeared, and were replaced by praise and echoes.

——"It's good to admit your mistakes and correct them"

——"It's alright if you just apologize. You're still a very sensible person."

——"If someone takes the initiative to be the executive committee member, we won't be selected."

——"Sagami, in the end, is someone who cares about everyone."

At this time, Ye Shan suddenly smiled and said, "Sagami-san, why don't you be the executive committee member... That's not bad. After all, the job of executive committee member requires people with certain leadership skills."

The implication is that Sagami is a guy with leadership abilities... Another implication is that Hikigaya, who is the executive committee member on the boys' side, is not considered a person with leadership abilities - well, that's also true.

Sagami didn't seem to expect Hayama to say that. His face suddenly turned red and he waved his hands hurriedly: "No, no, someone like me doesn't know if I can do the job of an executive committee member well."

"Please don't say that. The executive committee member is also an important position that serves as a bridge of communication between the class and the school. It must be you. It's great that you are willing to take on the next position, Sagami. I'll leave it to you from now on."

"Well, I see. Since Ye Shan said so, I can only try my best to do it..." Looking like a shy little girl, Sagami nodded shyly.

After Ye Shan stood up and said this, the job of executive committee member suddenly didn't seem so unpleasant anymore, and it seemed to become noble. Sagami's statement that he wanted to be an executive committee member also seemed to be something that everyone wanted, and it was no longer so embarrassing for her. Even the atmosphere in the class, which was originally somewhat tense, quietly turned into a harmonious one under his smile.

As expected of Ye Shan, Li Nian was thinking so when Ye Shan looked over and suddenly asked.

"What do you think, Li Nian?"

Li Nian was stunned. He didn't expect to be asked for his opinion. Then he immediately saw from Ye Shan's smiling face that he intended to bring the topic to his side - Ye Shan wanted to resolve the conflict between himself and Sagami.

But the conflict is clearly between Gogen and Sagami... Oh, Li Nian suddenly realized that because he, Gogen and Aki are very close, including the warning he just gave to protect Gogen, they are seen as part of the same group in the class. And as the one with the most presence, he, Li Nian, is naturally regarded as the leader of the group... After thinking about it this way, he didn't feel any sense of honor, but only a kind of ridiculous helplessness.

In short, it is understood that Ye Shan's purpose of standing up was to mediate the conflict between his "Li Nian Group" and the "Sagami Group". It must be said that Ye Shan's intentions were very good. This person always stood up to be the good guy, which was very similar to his behavior. Ye Shan always maintained the overall harmony of the class with every move. He really wanted to mediate the conflict before he stood up, and this move did work.

At this time, Sagami also looked over here. If Li Nian nodded here, expressed his attitude, and said a few words of flattery to Sagami, it would be like following the steps given by Ye Shan and exposing this matter. It could really help Gogen to ease the relationship with Sagami. Considering this, Li Nian felt that it was okay for him to do so, but...

"That depends on what Gogen feels."

Li Nian would not overstep her authority to help Wu Geng make this decision. It was her freedom to decide whether or not to reconcile with Sagami. This choice must be made by her. If she was willing, she was willing; if she was not willing, she was not willing.

When asked, Gogen raised his eyebrows, looked at Sagami whose expression stiffened, sneered, and gave an answer without hesitation.

"I don't think so."

"That's what she said." Li Nian shrugged at Ye Shan, meaning that Wu Geng's attitude was his attitude.

Yeshan showed a helpless expression, knowing that what they said was another slap in Sagami's face.

"...Does your opinion matter?" As expected, Sagami felt that these two people were really too shameless. He no longer concealed his hostility towards this side and said this in a cold voice. He finally tore his face off. He didn't want to continue this topic and directly reminded Mr. Hiratsuka: "Mr. Hiratsuka, I am willing to be an executive committee member. Can I announce the result?"

"...Okay, since Sagami is willing, then she will be the executive committee member for the girls. The content of this morning meeting is mainly to decide on the candidates for the executive committee. Once they are confirmed, you will decide on the planning content and division of labor for the class activities during the school anniversary, and report to me then."

After saying that, Mr. Hiratsuka looked at Li Nian meaningfully before turning around and leaving the classroom.

There was still some time before class started, but the atmosphere in the class became a little awkward. The main reason was that the Sagami Group was emitting a cold air and no longer concealed its hostility towards Li Nian and Wu Geng.

But Li Nian on the other side didn't seem to feel anything. She just smiled at Wu Geng and said, "As you wish, we have completely fallen out. There probably won't be a chance for reconciliation in the future."

"It doesn't matter."

"I think so too. Never mind."

So the communication between the two stopped there, and they both returned to their usual rhythms as if nothing had happened. One began to take out the black cover book to study, while the other silently prepared for the next math class.

But the eyes looking at them and the whispers around them never stopped.

After the first class, Ye Shan did not give up the idea of ​​mediation and went to Sagami again. Li Nian heard him say something like asking Sagami not to care too much about the offense of Li Nian and Gogen. He was reminding Sagami not to do anything to Gogen in either explicit or implicit ways.

Sagami agreed on the surface and smiled as if nothing had happened, but he kept looking towards Li Nian, which didn't necessarily mean he was that magnanimous.

Afterwards, Ye Shan also found Li Nian and Gogen and said similar things, but Gogen acted as if he didn't want to pay attention and it was obvious that he had no intention of forgiving Sagami... What kind of forgiveness or not meant that he didn't take Sagami seriously at all.

Ye Shan also understood that it would be useless no matter how much he said to this person, so he mostly hinted at Li Nian, as if he really believed the rumors about Li Nian's underworld background and was afraid that he would do something to Sagami.

Li Nian just replied with a smile.

"Don't worry, Ye Shan. Do I look like a dangerous person?"

Well, you know what, you, Li Nian, really look like a dangerous guy.

Ye Shan thought so in his heart, but he also understood that Li Nian's usually calm and warm personality did not seem like the kind of person who would actively harm anyone. Even if the rumors about his connection with the underworld were true, he probably would not do anything unless Sagami really provoked him. So he nodded and went back to Miura.

Anyway, everyone saw him running back and forth. On the surface, both sides had accepted Ye Shan's mediation. Although it was impossible to restore the previous harmonious relationship between classmates and they were already tired of each other, the atmosphere was no longer tense and seemed like a conflict was about to break out. Instead, it became a strange relationship where they ignored each other and kept to themselves. This alone was enough to restore the overall atmosphere of the class to normal.

As the queen of the class, unlike Hayama who tried hard to mediate, Miura was a complete outsider watching the commotion. She didn't even glance at Sagami who was frustrated, but was rather curiously looking at Gogen. She didn't feel any resentment towards her series of straightforward actions, such as daring to contradict Sagami, dragging a bunch of people in to mock her, and then refusing to accept Hayama's mediation. She found it very interesting. She said to Yuigahama, "... this kid... is unexpectedly quite interesting. You've had a lot of contact with her. Is she usually like that, Yui?"

"Eh? Ah, yes... It's true that I'm usually like that... Especially when it comes to being rude to people..." Yuigahama answered helplessly, remembering the terrifying look Gogen had given her and the vicious curse he had used when warning her not to reveal secrets. She smiled awkwardly, then looked at Gogen with some envy, muttering, "But it feels really cool to speak your mind like that..."

"She's a pretty good kid. I can help her a little in the future..." Sanpu and Li Nian snorted, "And that guy, he stood up to protect his friend. It's quite surprising. I'm a little impressed by him."

When talking about Li Nian, Yuigahama became excited: "Yes, yes, she is excellent in academics, good at sports, and a good person who is willing to help others. Not only that, she can also write..."

"Write what?"

Ye Shan, who had just returned from Li Nian's place, asked curiously.

"No, nothing. I just think Li Nian is really amazing."

"It's quite impressive. I admire it very much."

"Ah~~ It's just so-so. You can't compare with Hayato." Miura just praised Li Nian, but when Ye Shan came, he immediately changed his tone.

"Ahahaha, Yumiko, you really flatter me. I can't even compare to him in academics and sports."

"Well, well... at least in terms of popularity, that guy definitely can't compare to you, Hayato!"

"That's not necessarily true." But Ye Shan still shook his head. "Not to mention Gogen, Amaki, and Kato... there are also the third-year seniors Kasumigaoka and Isayama, and even the first-year prodigy... all these talented people have a kind of respect for him from the bottom of their hearts, not to mention who Li Nian has contact with in places we can't see, and what they think of him. Maybe Li Nian's popularity is much greater than we think."

Ye Shan laughed at himself again, and it was unknown what he was thinking about. He sighed as if he was a little lonely.

"That's the reputation gained by being respected by truly powerful people for their strength and achievements. I probably can't compare to that. If I could be that powerful, I think she would pay more attention to me..."

Li Nian, who was reading a book, twitched his eyebrows, raised his eyes from the book and glanced at Ye Shan.

"Look at what you said, Hayato, it's too exaggerated..."

"That's true." Ye Shan resumed his hearty smile: "Maybe I'm overthinking it, so I won't say more... By the way, everyone, what do you think our class should do for the school anniversary activities?"

Chapter 285: Tian Ruo Qing Xian's Message

As soon as Ye Shan mentioned the school anniversary activities, everyone in the class suddenly became excited. The slight unpleasantness that had occurred before seemed to be swept away in an instant. The enthusiasm of most people was mobilized again, and they all started a heated discussion again with great interest.

Li Nian raised his eyes from the book, watching the development of the situation with great curiosity. After all, it was a class activity that everyone had to participate in and contribute to. He, Li Nian, was no exception. He must take on some work and could not stay out of it as he did in the past... And to be honest, he was quite interested in this matter.

Unlike Hikigaya, who was full of disgust for such large-scale group activities and was determined to reduce his presence to the limit during this period and try his best to avoid group activities with everyone, but was tricked into becoming an executive committee member... No, in a sense, becoming an executive committee member can also be an excuse to withdraw from group activities. From this level, Hiratsuka teacher's arrangement made the dead fish eyed guy wish come true.

In short, Li Nian is not as unsociable as Hikigaya, and he plans to participate in the event fully.

Talking about student days, the most interesting thing is this kind of large-scale entertainment activity throughout the school, especially this kind of atmosphere. It is so hard to have a second chance in life, and it would be a waste if you don’t enjoy it again.

For students, attending classes and studying day after day is a boring norm. If there is an event that breaks this norm and makes everyone happy, it is natural for them to get excited about it. This is the case with everyone in Li Nian's class around the country.

Although with Li Nian's current state of mind, when looking at this kind of activity, she always feels that there is a thin wall between her and the people around her, and it is really a bit difficult for her to fit in. Although she becomes happy with this group of high school students because of this little thing, she is not completely unaffected by it. Looking at the boys and girls around her becoming lively, Li Nian always feels as if she is looking at some vibrant scenery, and her mood inexplicably becomes cheerful.

"…What's the point of being so happy?"

However, Wu Geng obviously didn't think so, and was looking at these noisy guys with a look that seemed to be very troublesome.

"Don't say that. This is a rare large-scale entertainment event that only comes once a year. If we don't have fun now, when will we have fun? Wu Geng, you too, why don't you take this opportunity to create some beautiful memories of your youth?"

"Good memories?" Wu Geng sneered, "Last year didn't leave me with any good memories. I just remember being assigned a bunch of chores that I didn't want to do at all. This year will probably be no exception."

"..."

Li Nian almost forgot that this guy was of the same kind as Hikigaya in a sense.

"No, it might be worse. I've offended so many people. This kind of event is a good opportunity for them to put pressure on me overtly or covertly. I can foresee that I will have a harder time than in previous cultural festivals. Thinking about it this way, maybe becoming an executive committee member is not a bad thing." Wu Geng said self-deprecatingly: "From this perspective, did that woman actually do a good thing?"

Wu Geng's outspoken words today offended some people. Under normal circumstances, they could still live their own lives without much contact and avoid conflicts. But now it is not possible. For a long time to come, the class will make various preparations for the school anniversary activities, and everyone must participate. Now that she refused to become an executive member, Wu Geng has to act with the group. Since it is a group activity, it is inevitable to come into contact with everyone. If someone wants to do something to her, this is undoubtedly a great opportunity.

"Don't worry, things won't turn out the way you think."

"..." Wu Geng looked at Li Nian. He just glanced at her and said this lazily, then turned his head to look at those who were speaking enthusiastically with interest. He seemed to be more concerned about what the content of the class activities would determine the outcome. He just said this casually.

But there was no need for Li Nian to say much. This one sentence alone was convincing enough to make Wu Geng understand that things probably wouldn't develop as he had imagined - because Li Nian would definitely do something, just as he had said before.

...Yes, this year is different from last year. I am no longer alone around me. There are people willing to stand up and protect me.

Thinking of this, Wu Geng felt that the school anniversary activities that he had previously disliked were now becoming something to look forward to.

Returning to Li Nian's side, he was looking at Sanpu's group. He knew that since it was a class activity, the final decision would definitely be made by that group of people, so the conversation among them was the key.

Now, among them, there is a girl named Ebiaki Hime who is excitedly talking about a proposal and shouting louder than anyone else with greater excitement.

"What a godsend! I strongly suggest that our class choose a drama performance as the activity this time! I'll write the script, and I've already thought of it. It's a beautiful story about the tragic love between boys! I've already chosen the protagonists, let Ye Shan and Li Nian...ah, just thinking about that [strong collision and passionate exchange] scene makes my brain tremble! I can't take it anymore! I'm going to die! Haha."

As Ebamei was talking, she imagined a scene in which she collapsed with a nosebleed but a look of happiness on her face. Miura, Yuigahama and the others, who were already used to this, muttered, "It starts again," and took care of her as if they were familiar with it.

The content of Hai Laoming's story and the mention of his name made Li Nian feel a chill. He didn't even dare to think about what was going on in this guy's mind when he fell down with a nosebleed.

All I know is that we must not let Hai Laoming's proposal pass and become a class project.

But if Miura and the others support this guy's proposal, it is not difficult to imagine that with the support of the class queen, she will probably succeed and finalize this project... Fortunately, the boys headed by Hayama showed stiff expressions when they heard this, and were obviously very resistant. With their efforts, they may be able to calm down this violent fujoshi and suppress this stupid proposal.

"Anyway, everyone should think about it carefully. It's best to come up with a practical plan after thinking it through. There is still some time before we submit our class's specific plan to the school. There is plenty of time to discuss it slowly. Don't rush."

I don't know whether it was to skip Hai Laoming's proposal or because he realized that nothing could be discussed in such a short period of time, but just before class started, Ye Shan calculated the time accurately, took the initiative to speak and ended everyone's discussion, and postponed the matter of finalizing the content to later.

Li Nian could see that he brought up this matter in such a short time after class was over on purpose, probably to dispel the tense atmosphere caused by the previous conflict between Sagami and Gogen, and to draw everyone's attention back to the important school anniversary event.

It really seems like something Ye Shan would do.

And he was indeed successful. Li Nian clearly felt that less attention was being paid to him. Everyone's attention was successfully diverted. The atmosphere in the class had become lively again, and the unpleasant episode that had happened before had been completely forgotten.

Well, that’s fine too.

Li Nian didn't want to have any conflict with a group of students over such a trivial matter and make everyone unhappy. As long as everyone could pretend that nothing happened, they could naturally get along happily as before.

He has many, many more important things to consider and deal with.

……

……

During lunch break, Li Nian received an email from Jianshan, saying that he had something to say and wanted him and Dalian Temple to come over.

Li Nian guessed that it was about the follow-up handling of the earth spider incident and related information that needed to be informed to them.

The meeting was scheduled at a restaurant. When Li Nian arrived, he saw a group of people pointing in a certain direction and whispering. Looking over, he saw Suzuka and Isayama already sitting at a table. Li Nian noticed their seats, but did not rush over. Instead, he ordered what he wanted to eat, took the food and walked over to sit down.

Daliansi had noticed Li Nian's arrival a long time ago. When he sat down, he still maintained a false smile in front of people, but a sarcastic remark revealed his true nature.

"It's a big thing that happened. You, Li Nian, have been targeted by that earth spider. How can you still eat leisurely like before at this critical moment?"

"What's more serious than being hungry? How can you handle danger without enough food?" Li Nian said, already breaking up his chopsticks: "You guys are the ones, now that you're in the cafeteria, why don't you go order something to fill your stomach first?"

"I can't eat anymore." Suzuka said unhappily, but her stomach started to growl. She blushed and angrily said to Li Nian, "What are you looking at? Haven't you seen girls dieting to lose weight?!"

Li Nian looked up and down the girl with pity. She looked very petite, including her breasts. She didn't look like she needed to lose weight at all. She reminded her, "Children won't grow tall if they don't eat well."

"I want you to take care of it!"

Jianshan was taking a nap with his eyes closed, pressing his brows. He opened his eyes with difficulty after hearing the two people bickering. It seemed that he had fallen asleep before. He was dazed for a while before he saw clearly that Li Nian had sat down next to him. It seemed that he had just remembered what he was going to do. He showed a tired smile and forced himself to sit up straight.

"Now that you are here, we can get down to business."

Li Nian looked at her dark circles with an expression of pity.

"…What time did you go to bed yesterday?"

“…I haven’t slept yet.”

"...You've worked hard. You should take a leave this afternoon and go home to rest. At least go to the health room and lie down for a while."

"I'll think about it... Anyway, let's talk business first. There's nothing else to say, just some information about the follow-up and investigation of your battle with the great monster named Tsuchigumo."

He spoke a lot in a weak voice as if he had not yet woken up. The content was just as Li Nian had expected. It mainly said that the battle between several people and the big monster had been treated as a normal spiritual disaster, and the matter was suppressed, and they, the parties involved, were required to speak with one voice to the outside world.

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