"Well" Kyogoku Gawamiu came back to his senses, coughed dryly, and asked with a smile, "Do you have any concerns, Higashino-san? Or are you not satisfied with the school?"
"No, the school is very good," Higashinohara nodded.
Higashinohara is not sure what the Tenjin Academy in the Kyoto metropolitan area looks like, but the Stanford Private Great Sword Escapes Academy is indeed the most favorable human esper academy that Higashinohara has ever seen.
The problem is that going to a better academy to receive guidance from people with better abilities may be very tempting to other students in the classroom, and it can help them break through their existing constraints and bottlenecks.
But for people like Higashinohara who rely on attribute points, it doesn't have much appeal.
On the other hand, among the top students around Takehara Minami who were selected for the exchange student quota, the strongest one is probably the rooster-like Yu Shiba in front.
However, the "amazing talent" that Si Boyu showed in last year's entrance exam was only a fifth-level superpower.
On the other hand, Higashinohara started at the seventh level even under normal circumstances. The helpful guidance given to Shiba Yu at Stafford Private Great Sword Academy may not necessarily be helpful to him.
If you stay in Wano Country, although the Sky Tree's [Border Gate] has collapsed and the seven-day cycle is no longer in effect, the Sky Tree is like an extinct volcano, and the possibility of its resurgence is extremely low, and Higashinohara will not be able to survive again.
Go to the world behind the Border Gate to get the benefits of Source Points
Without the attraction of the [Border Gate], the status of Wano Country, a small country located in a corner of the East China Sea, has been greatly reduced in the eyes of the various power organizations and pirates who previously coveted it. In the past few days, the entire Wano Country has been in a state of chaos.
No more strangers
With the emergence of foreign forces, the number of reports about vicious pirates in the news has also been greatly reduced. Gone are the "good old days" when pirates caused chaos in Wano and randomly triggered the "Guilty Manual" mission.
Returned.
However, even so,
Higashinohara didn't seem to have any reason to travel thousands of miles to the Stafford Private Great Sword Academy.
Is it just for the opportunity to travel at public expense?
Is it worth it?
For a moment, the thoughts in his mind turned around.
Kyogoku Kawamiu stared at Higashinohara in front of him silently. He still had some impressions of this outstanding student who shined at the New Tokyo and Kyoto exchange conference last year, and later he also looked at the other person's information.
The memory of Higashinohara's experience in applying for a student loan came to mind. A smile appeared on Kyogoku Kawamizu's face, and he spoke softly:
"If you are worried about the cost of studying abroad as an exchange student, you can rest assured, Mr. Higashino."
"The school attaches great importance to you and will not let any promising young talent give up such a good opportunity because of the cost. From the moment you get on the plane, all expenses for the next school year will be fully covered by our school.
And if you perform well enough during the enrollment period, you can even receive an additional scholarship to the Stafford Private Great Sword Academy."
However, Higashinohara was not surprised when he heard Kyogoku Kawamizu's words. He knew clearly that there must be some connections between Wano officials behind Takehara Minami Private Academy's success in winning this exchange program.
The official deep-seated purpose may be to send a group of potential talents to the country in advance after the Wano Kingdom is really destroyed one day. If this is the case, then there will definitely not be any fuss about the cost.
Then again.
Since Higashinohara joined the [Dawn Scarlet] Hunter Organization, thanks to the asset funding of the Kimura family, he has completed so many tasks and is not so short of money. He even has a large amount of money in Flagship Bank of the United Tagos Republic.
of deposits.
Lack of money is not his concern.
At this time, hearing Kyogoku Kawamizu's promise, Higashinohara showed a slight apology on his face, but he still answered frankly, "I'm sorry. I'm very grateful to the school for its attention, but I still need some time to think about it."
To everyone's ears, Higashinohara's answer was tantamount to a tactful rejection.
That was a personal invitation from Principal Kyogoku Kawamizu. What reason did this guy have for refusing such a hard-won opportunity?
Principal Kyogoku Kawamizu also had a look of surprise on his face.
In principle, participation in this exchange program must be voluntary.
But the old man Kyogoku Kawamizu hesitated for a moment, and couldn't help but ask, "Does Higashino-san have any other concerns?"
Kyogoku River is quite optimistic about Higashinohara.
Although this student is not like the Shiba siblings who have stood out from the day they entered school and attracted everyone's attention in the spotlight.
But this kind of late-blooming jade is easier to accumulate, and a character that has been tempered by setbacks can go further on this road.
Hearing the serious question from the old man in front of him, with a hint of concern in his tone, Higashinohara couldn't just deal with it casually, so he thought for a moment and said slowly:
“Actually, it’s mainly about the environment.”
He originally wanted to evade it by saying that he had never been anywhere except Hokkaido and New Tokyo since he was so old, and he was not very used to the strange environment in such a strange place.
Unexpectedly, after Principal Kyogoku Kawamizu heard Higashinohara's concerns, his face immediately showed a thoughtful look, he nodded slightly and said in deep thought:
"Isn't it about the environment? That's true. The United States of Tagos adheres to democracy and freedom. In addition, it is adjacent to sea areas like the West Sea, where illegal and criminal forces have always been rampant. The public security environment is indeed a bit bad."
The old man sighed as he spoke. He didn't expect Higashinohara to have such concerns. He was too mature to act like a young man.
For a moment, he couldn't even say comforting words such as "It will be relatively safe if you enter the academy."
As we all know, the school cases in the United States of Tagos are truly among the “worst in the world.” News reports on related school terror incidents can be seen every three days. Some media that like to exaggerate even refer to the capital of the United States of Tagos.
"Meiji Mansion" is called "Sin City".
At this time, Kyogoku Kawami glanced at the other people in the classroom - he saw that the students who had been a little yearning before were stunned when they heard this, and their expressions became a little stiff.
Apparently, the students who were previously overwhelmed by the excitement seemed to have just realized it.
This exchange trip to the United Tagos Republic did not seem to be as wonderful as I initially imagined.
Seeing this, Kyogoku Kawazui couldn't help but shake his head secretly.
However, at this moment, he glanced at Higashinohara inadvertently, but couldn't help but be slightly startled!
In the seats in the classroom, I saw the young man who was originally indifferent, but after hearing what he just said, his calm eyes suddenly became brighter than ever before, and he stared at him with a lively expression.
Looking at him, he asked with a hint of excitement in his tone:
"Principal, are you serious?"
excited?!
The old man Kyogoku Kawamizu couldn't react. He hesitated for a moment and then said with a wry smile, "These are indeed my negligence. I should have told you earlier."
"I do." Suddenly, an affirmative voice came from my ears.
"What if I told you earlier?"
Principal Kyogoku Kawamizu was halfway through his conversation when he was suddenly startled by Higashinohara's interruption. His lower body suddenly got stuck in his throat. He looked at the excited young man in front of him with some surprise and said hesitantly:
"You just said"
"I am willing to join this exchange program." Higashinohara nodded seriously.
"Aren't you concerned about the security environment there?"
"I think a harsh environment can better sharpen a person's will."
"But the school there seems to be not as safe as imagined"
"There is never absolute security in the world."
"Don't you need to think about it again?"
"No thank you."
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In just a blink of an eye, Higashinohara and principal Kyogoku Kawamizu seemed to have switched roles, leaving everyone around the classroom who was paying attention to them a little dumbfounded.
Ridiculous, outrageous.
When everyone excitedly expressed their willingness to accept the exchange student spot, he pushed back and forth;
Now that everyone was aware of the hidden risks and began to hesitate, he hurriedly expressed his agreement, looking like he could not wait to fly to Targos and the country of Wano to have sex with the criminals.
this guy
Is your brain broken?
At this time, Principal Kyogoku Kawamizu came to his senses from his initial daze.
He stared at the energetic Higashinohara in front of him, his mind turned around, and a smile of approval suddenly appeared on his face.
Kyogoku River seems to understand a little bit
This young man may not be as timid as he imagined. On the contrary, he has a big heart that loves challenges!
"Principal, I would like to ask, when will our exchange start?" Higashinohara suddenly asked.
What a motivated guy!
Principal Kyogoku Kawamizu admired in his heart, turned around and looked at the other students around the classroom, and said to Higashinohara and everyone at the same time:
"For this exchange program with Stafford Private Sword Academy, we are tentatively scheduled to leave for the airport on April 8th next week. Everyone will have a week to say goodbye to their families and deal with domestic affairs before leaving."
A week from now?
So fast?
After the principal's words before, everyone felt a little nervous for no reason, and they all lowered their heads and thought in silence.
"That's not too slow." Higashinohara suddenly said.
Principal Kyogoku Kawamizu nodded slightly and said with a smile, "It seems that Higashino-san is a little impatient."
"Decisions have to be made sooner or later," Higashinohara said.
"Okay, then I will look forward to the results of your exchange study tour in Wano Country." Principal Kyogoku Kawamizu patted Higashinohara's shoulder happily.
This "kind" gesture immediately made Si Boyu in the front row twitch the corner of his mouth slightly, and secretly thought to himself that it was me who was the first, so how could I let this kid come out on top?
Thinking of this, he immediately turned around and said loudly, "I think principal, you can wait and see."
"Haha, okay."
Principal Kyogoku Kawamizu nodded with a smile, and then joked with a smile, "Then in the next week, I suggest that in addition to saying goodbye to your loved ones, it is best to try more of our Wano cuisine on the streets of New Tokyo.
I’m afraid you won’t be able to taste the taste for quite some time.”
Speaking of this, Kyogoku Chuansui's heart suddenly darkened slightly.
Because if the situation in Wano develops for the worst in the next two months, then it may be the last time that these students in front of them taste the local food of Wano.
Just imagine, if one day Wano Country really becomes a war-torn country like the Grand Duchy of Sayash, divided by the forces of the revolutionary army, then who will be in the mood to taste delicious food?
Thinking of this, the old man sighed in his heart, and the figure of this old man, who had been engaged in education for half his life in Kyoto and New Tokyo, became slightly rickety.
"Then I won't disturb you all. If you have any remaining questions, Teacher Kikuchi will answer them for you. We will see you in a week." After saying this, the old man walked out of the multimedia classroom with his hands behind his back under the watch of everyone.
The classroom was quiet for a while, and then everyone started talking in small groups.
On the seat diagonally behind, Hohoin Kaguya stared at Higashinohara's back, bit her lip, suddenly picked up the gilt folding fan on her leg and walked over, sat next to Higashinohara and said, "Higashino-kun, you can tell me.
Why did you suddenly change your mind just now? You don't seem to be interested in this exchange program."
"It was the principal's words that 'touched' me." Higashinohara said in a sincere tone.
After hearing Higashinohara's answer, Hohoin Kaguya stared at the mysterious boy in front of her, and for a moment she felt that the other person was telling the truth.
She had seen Higashinohara's archives from elementary school to high school, and coupled with a girl's sixth sense, she thought she should have more "understanding" about this boy than the average person.
However, when she actually met him face to face, Kaguya Hohoin looked at the warm smile on Higashinohara's face and suddenly realized that she didn't seem to understand him any better than others.
This boy seemed to be covered in a layer of fog.
The closer,
The more confusing it becomes.
While the two were talking, Kikuchi Kazuichi on the podium in front of the classroom, who was the teacher leading the exchange study tour, briefly reminded a few things to pay attention to and then announced that everyone could disperse.
Higashinohara stood up, smiled and said to Phoenix Academy Kaguya, "I'm leaving now, see you in a week."
Phoenix-in Kaguya was in a daze. Hearing Higashinohara's words, he was stunned for a moment before he realized what he said. When he was about to speak, he found that Higashinohara had already reached the door of the classroom.
The girl opened her mouth, but swallowed back the words in her throat, and just waved silently at Higashinohara's back as he disappeared at the door of the classroom.
At noon, in the academy cafeteria.
"Brother, have you really decided to join that exchange student program?"
Nishimaru Miria stared at Higashinohara with a tone full of surprise and reluctance, her little face full of nervousness.
"Well, I have some things to deal with."
Higashinohara nodded, seeing Nishimaru Miria's reluctance, he smiled and rubbed her little head and said, "Don't worry, there is only one school year, I will come back soon after the end, well, it may not be until the school year.
I'll be back when it's over, you and my aunt are waiting for me at home."
It's not that he hasn't considered taking Nishimaru Miria with him, but he's not familiar with that place at the moment. According to the description of the principal Kyogoku Kawamizu, it's not a safe and peaceful place. Going there is not that safe, and it's not that safe.
It's hard to leave my aunt Kolodya alone, but I'm not going on a trip, so it's definitely not appropriate to take two people with them.
In contrast, Wano Country is currently more stable.
Of course, if something really happened to Wano after the World Conference in June, then I would definitely have to come back early.
After the little girl received a positive answer without any room for maneuver, her delicate and white face suddenly became wrinkled.
She lowered her head and poked the rolling meatballs in the bowl with her chopsticks, and said gloomily, "But it takes a long, long time to wait for one school year. Why do you want to go there?"
Why?
Higashinohara hesitated for a moment, then a smile slowly appeared on his face, "In order to become stronger, only by becoming stronger can I protect you."
The little girl was stunned for a moment after hearing the words, but then she felt a little enlightened.
It turns out I'm not strong enough.
Does it make big brother feel the pressure?
Well! Then I must become stronger too.
Just when Nishimaru Miria was secretly making up her mind, a girl suddenly walked up not far away.
The girl walked up to Higashinohara hesitantly, with her head lowered and holding a white envelope coyly in both hands. She glanced up secretly at Higashinohara's side face and quickly lowered her head shyly.
When the little girl sitting opposite saw this situation, she immediately stared with some vigilance at this uninvited guest and the thin snow-white envelope in his hand.
Love letter?
snort!
Big brother will not be tempted.
Too bad!
Something suddenly occurred to Nishimaru Miria's mind, and her face suddenly turned pale.
I heard on TV that the social atmosphere in the United Tagos Republic is open and girls are more proactive.
The eldest brother rejected a lot of love letters at Takehara Minami Academy, but once he got there, he saw an unprecedented exotic scene.
Will you suddenly lose yourself?
Higashinohara obviously didn't expect that Nishimaru Miria, who was sitting opposite with a dull face, would have these random thoughts in his little head. He raised his head and glanced at the nervous girl, smiled and said proactively, "Hello, classmate, what's the matter?"
The girl was immediately startled by Higashinohara's words and subconsciously raised her head. The handsome face with a smile on her eyes made her quickly lower her head. Her heartbeat accelerated and she dared not look directly.
Immediately, she realized her purpose, and hurriedly handed the snow-white envelope to Higashinohara with both hands, and stammered, "Higashiya-san. Just now, an uncle outside the restaurant asked me to give this envelope to Higashinohara."
The letter is forwarded to you, please accept it."
After saying these nondescript words, the nervous girl quickly turned around and walked away.
Huh. Why is this handsome guy so scary!
Higashinohara is a bit baffled!
He glanced at Miria Nishimaru, whose small eyes were staring at the envelope in his hand with vigilance. He smiled, shrugged, and then tore open the envelope with a hiss.
However, after taking two glances, Higashinohara's expression changed slightly.
There are only two lines of writing on the stationery in the envelope.
"Don't leave after school in the afternoon."
"Let's meet at the coffee shop in front of the school."
