Daily Interlude

On Friday, the list of candidates for the student council president at Shuchi'in Academy was posted early in the morning on the bulletin board.

There were a total of three candidates, with Shinichi being the only second-year candidate, while the other two were first-year candidates. At Shuchi'in Academy, a school with a strong academic atmosphere, those with poor grades wouldn't dare to run for the position.

Shinichi had investigated the actions of the other two candidates beforehand. Despite coming from wealthy families, having good connections, and having a high reputation among the first-year students, there was something about them...

Even if he combined their votes, it seemed unlikely that he would lose.

This confidence came from the pre-election popularity survey released by the News Club. It was clear that the former head of the library committee, who participated in two large-scale school activities, was praised at the morning meetings, and was well-known, had a higher approval rating than the combined total of the other two candidates.

Although rumors, shifting from defamation to reality, circulated in school, students often looked at him with strange glances while walking down the halls. However, this didn't affect Shinichi's status as the most popular among the three candidates.

Many people knew him because of the circulating rumors, but only a few disliked him. First-year students couldn't extend their advantages to second and third-year students. Moreover, with support from "girlfriends" and former student council members, various factors had determined the victory rate. It could be said that this was a truly unfair election battle where seniors oppressed juniors.

Previous worries now seemed like nonsense. Although his opponents were all pure students, just by looking at the pre-election support rate, Shinichi could sit back and wait for the voting day without worry.

"I'm definitely going to win. It's truly worthy of me."

After being satisfied, he continued preparing for his campaign.

Shinichi didn't want to be the villain slapped in the face.

He wasn't afraid to raise flags. Moreover, he didn't know how many flags had been lowered so far. So, what he feared was that even though he knew all those flags were planted, he still stood firm and just waited on the stage to be mentally beaten by arrogant attitudes.

To have lived until now, being called a bastard several times but still having romantic relationships with several girls, Shinichi didn't rely on indolence, shamelessness, and various welfare accidents, but on a cautious and sensitive heart.

Yes, the male protagonist was undoubtedly very popular but too cautious.

Regardless of his support level, he would follow his own plan and execute the campaign plan as planned with the help of everyone.

For example, participating in volunteer club activities, collecting trash, cleaning the streets, promoting love slogans, and assisting other clubs, he did all kinds of work and appeared in front of various clubs several times, reminiscent of their days in the Forest School.

Yotsuba would accompany him if she had time, but she was busy with the athletic club and support speeches, so she didn't have much free time.

Of course, Shinichi wouldn't miss classic things like distributing political brochures and discussing elections during the day and after school.

If Ichika was off work and had time to come to school, she would greet passing students with a smile on her face. At that time, the brochures in her hands would always be distributed as quickly as possible. After that, many people took advantage of this opportunity to shake hands with her and ask for her autograph.

The noble school's teenage girls also pursued stars, but they didn't show too much enthusiasm due to their upbringing and attitude.

However, Ichika's popularity still made the actual candidates next to her a bit silent.

'Let her choose. Maybe her support rate will be higher.'

Of course, this idea was just a joke, but Ichika paid attention to the glint in his eyes.

"Shinichi-kun, block."

"Huh? What are you blocking?" Before Shinichi could react, Ichika took a whispering position, took out a small spray bottle from her pocket with one hand, and hid the hand she had just shaken hands with under a man's fan. Then, she sprayed her palm twice.

Shinichi's nose moved a bit, and besides the scent of her body, he also smelled alcohol.

Shinichi looked at her in surprise.

"Are you... disinfecting?"

"Ssst~ We can't let everyone know about this!"

While giving him a reprimanding look, Ichika put down her bottle and wiped the alcohol from her palms. An expression of helplessness appeared on her face.

"Although I apologize to the fans, to prevent Shinichi-kun, who is possessive and petty, from getting jealous, I can only do this..."

Considering there were students passing by on the street, she abandoned her intention to cover her face with her cold palms and only showed her clean palms.

"How about it? A girl who remains pure for you, a relationship that feels guilty but insists on walking its own path... Isn't that very interesting?"

Shinichi was momentarily surprised, then nodded, "Yes, I'm so moved that my heart and lungs have stopped beating."

Ichika's eyes sparkled. "Do we need artificial respiration?"

"Okay, remember to find a place where no one is around."

"Actually agree!" Ichika closed her mouth, her eyes filled with disbelief. "Has Shinichi-kun's beastly nature fully awakened!?"

"That's right." Shinichi sneered at her, and he roared like a wild beast, "First, cut you into seventeen pieces and eat them one by one."

"I understand!" Not only was Ichika not scared, but she nodded seriously, making a hand gesture.

"Then, remember that this area is relatively soft and will taste better if grilled. This area is white and soft and tastes best when eaten raw..." Shinichi said.

"Pfft."

Ichika couldn't help but laugh even after saying a few words. She restrained her urge to laugh to maintain her image, but her face became redder.

"W-What! The conversation is so heavy! Shinichi-kun, you pervert!"

"You didn't mention it first. Basic pervert."

Shinichi rolled his eyes and didn't care.

This person had the heart of an experienced driver but lacked the courage of an experienced driver... Every time Ichika started a topic about pornography, she became shy first, making people feel very helpless.

Glancing at the darkening sky, Shinichi turned around first.

"It's already late, let's go back."

"Okay~"

Ichika followed him.

This was just one of the constraints that occurred during the campaign.

Time continued to pass, and after experiencing various daily events, it was finally October 14th.