Based on the effects of sweat, it counts down to zero calories!

　　 Fumino always felt that Shinichi was a little strange today.

　　It's not that his appearance or temperament has changed, it's not something that can be changed in a short time, even if there is a change, she can see it at a glance.

　　But now, vaguely, judging from the atmosphere of the two of them together, it felt like he was different from usual.

　　Doubts arose in their hearts. As the three of them chatted on the street, Fumino was also secretly observing.

　　Once she finds something that relates to someone, it lifts her spirits.

　　(Look! Ricchan accidentally touched his shoulder, but Asada-san didn't move away. He didn't keep his distance and let her stick to him!)

　　(I can't believe it, aren't these two hot when walking?! I almost died of heat!)

　　(Wait what--! No way, what am I seeing!)

　　(What's with Asada-san's calm expression? Not just pretending, but does she really not care if Ricchan steps into close range?)

　　(Damn, when did they have a relationship like this)

　　Her steps slowed, Fumino was confused, looking at their backs. The kissing scene she saw from a distance that day flashed before her eyes.

　　The strange feeling in her heart forced her to face reality again.

　　"…But I haven't seen you for several days, why did you forget me?"

　　Biting her lips, she smiled helplessly, and her eyes once again shone cheerfully.

　　Even though they are not yet in a relationship, their relationship will definitely get closer. Maybe it was just a matter of time, but no one dared to say so.

　　It's normal for the harmonious atmosphere to change, what's not normal is that Shinichi's attitude towards herself is also the same.

　　But at this time, Fumino didn't want to think about it anymore.

　　As Shinichi and Rizu's best friend, she only needed to think about how to bring these two people together, and nothing else was important.

　　"Fumino, FIGHT!"

　　After comforting herself, Fumino rubbed her lower stomach and looked at Shinichi's back with a frown.

　　"This bastard is giving me a stomach ache again… I won't forgive you if you don't be nice to Ricchan in the future!"

　　When her discomfort subsided a little, she smiled quickly and returned to Rizu's side.

　　△

　　Shinichi also felt that Fumino was a bit strange lately.

　　Since the three of them were walking, even though the girl tried her best to hide it, Shinichi could still detect the change in her attitude towards him and Rizu.

　　How to say...

　　It's like having a crush on someone, but because your friend also likes that person, you decide to let go of your thoughts and focus on getting them together.

This kind of subtle feeling may not even be noticed by boring guys like Uesugi Fuutarou and Yuiga Nariyuki who are dedicated to studying.

　　However, Shinichi is famous for his gentle emotions, and he can be said to be sensitive to this aspect.

　　He always paid attention to Fumino's expressions and various actions. These factors combined, how could he not even notice her confused look?

　　How could he not know whether the smile was real or fake?

　　As for stomach ache... Well, girls had days like that, so Shinichi couldn't pay much attention to it.

　　In fact, he probably knows everything about Fumino.

　　He just ignored it in the past, because he didn't know how to solve it, and there was no conclusive evidence, so Shinichi always kept his distance, when talking to him, there was always a faint attachment in his heart.

　　But now, thanks to Rui, he has changed.

　　Therefore, he also has his own approach.

　　△

　　"Here are Starry Sky Big Pork Buns and freshly baked Ecstasy Udon Noodles."

　　Standing in front of a shop in the alley, Shinichi handed them the food in his hands.

　　"I was talking to an acquaintance about good shops nearby, and he recommended this shop to me. Not only is it open from dawn, the food is also very delicious, and the prices are designed especially for students."

　　"But not many people know about it. It's summer vacation now. If you leave early, you can buy something to eat here before class."

　　"Oh~"

　　The two nodded, took the food, and each took a bite.

　　Fumino knelt down with a meat bun in her mouth while crying.

　　"Uuuuuui..."

　　Rizu held a bowl of udon noodles and looked up at the sky with dull eyes.

　　"Complete defeat… Was this udon made by the God of Baking? The countless flavors, the complicated texture of the ingredients can't be tasted at all… No, I understand.."

　　Then, they started swallowing the food in their hands as if they had been hungry for three days without eating.

　　"...Hmmm."

　　Shinichi laughed.

　　Glancing at the small shop which looked ordinary and without a sign.

　　Could this be the chef who came out of Tootsuki Academy?

　　However, in order not to lose his cool like Fumino and Rizu, Shinichi would never try other people's food, even if it was really delicious.

　　But feeding them was the right thing to do, especially since half the space in Fumino's school bag was filled with food supplies.

　　With an evil smile, Shinichi took out a few more meat buns in his hand, and slowly approached the girl who was eating the meat buns.

　　△

　　"Phew, I'm full~" After leaving the alley and walking back down the street to the cram school, Fumino sighed.

　　"I never thought that eating meat buns could also remind me of my mother… Is it because of the starry sky?"

　　"It's a food that can awaken longing," Rizu raised her glasses and said seriously, "After I go back, I have to find a way to incorporate this cooking technique into udon!"

　　Shinichi was beside Fumino, and shook his head in admiration.

　　"You can still eat so many meat buns after breakfast... As expected of you."

　　"You deserve it! I told you I have a small appetite, but if you don't force me... Hmph."

　　Not wanting to argue, Fumino touched her slightly swollen stomach.

　　"In the final analysis, if Asada-san hadn't suddenly brought us here, I wouldn't have eaten so much in the morning! This is all your fault!"

　　"Furuhashi-sama, you are quite skilled at pushing mistakes..."

　　Ignoring him, Fumino started counting on her fingers.

　　"Oops, I was so happy I didn't realize it. The calories in five meat buns seems too high... Wait, it's about three hundred meters from here to the cram school. It's hot and easy to sweat now, as long as I run there and sweat..."

　　"Based on the sweat effect, it comes out to zero calories! Perfect!"

　　"How could it be!" Shinichi complained.

　　Rizu was surprised.

　　"Zero calories? How do you calculate it... What formula do you use... The distance is only three hundred meters. Even if you sweat twice as much, you can't consume all the calories in five meat patties! No, this is not scientific..."

　　While holding her head, she started to become confused.

　　Fumino lifted her school bag with a smile.

　　"Then let's go! While heading to cram school, we will regain our slim figure on the way! GO~"

　　Then she took the lead and started running.

　　Shinichi looked at her back from behind.

　　As long as he took the initiative, there would always be a solution.

　　Instead of turning a blind eye and keeping a distance, if he respected those feelings and admitted them honestly...

　　"Shinichi-san, why don't we go after Fumino?"

　　Rizu glanced at Fumino, who had almost disappeared, then looked back at Shinichi and asked.

　　Shinichi stretched out his hand and touched her head.

　　"Don't chase her. Just walk slowly and do vigorous exercise after eating. That idiot will definitely come back with tears in her eyes. We smart people should not imitate her."

　　"So that's how it is…" Rizu nodded in understanding, then saw his hand touch her head, her expression shocked.

　　She showed a somewhat happy expression and her cheeks were red.

　　"Shinichi-san, you finally touched my head again..."

　　"Finally? I remember you said you didn't like being treated like a child."

　　"Ahem... It's true that I don't like it, but if Shinichi-san likes it, it's not impossible." Rizu looked away and explained, "After all, Shinichi-san is a fellow educator, letting you teach us for free is too much. In comparison, a mere pat on the head is not worth mentioning…"

　　Shinichi shrugged and let go.

　　"Yeah, let's go, class will start soon."

　　"Oh." Rizu nodded obediently and followed him, "By the way, Shinichi-san, since you've recovered from touching my head, then the kiss..."

　　"Children, don't think about this. Wait until you grow up."

　　"Then change to something safer..."

　　"We can wait until you are 18 to discuss this. Now study hard for me."

　　"Shinichi-san, the law doesn't regulate..."

　　"Don't try to compete with me. Just try competing with ten reading comprehension questions in one sentence."

　　"…"

　　Rizu was completely speechless.