Chapter 85: End And Beginning

Chapter 85: End And Beginning

At that moment, two shadows observed Kim Yu-seong and Rika dancing from afar.

Is it okay for you to give up your chance? You really wanted to dance with Yu-seong.

At Karens sudden question, Sasha shrugged her shoulders and replied,

Just because I let go of one folk dance doesnt mean anything. If Yu-seong stays by my side in the end, I dont care about the steps in between.

You really are thick-skinned.

What about you? Didnt you want to impress Yuseong?

Then, Karen also shrugged her shoulders and responded,

I decided to let Rika have tonight. Like you said, there seem to be plenty of opportunities left.

Everyone starts from a similar place.

It was just a matter of who met first.

Since Kim Yu-seong hadnt shown special affection to anyone yet, there were still chances for them.

That was what Sasha pointed out.

There will be many more events in the future. And I wont be yielding like this time when they come. Today is different its a reward for mustering the courage to save my friend.

Hmph, acting all high and mighty.

Karen snorted, putting her hands in her pockets, while Sasha sat next to her, scratching her head.

You did well earlier.

Surprised, Karen looked at Sasha and then smiled slyly, responding,

You too.

The two sat in a secluded spot, quietly watching the campfire logs burn down.

Everything must come to an end.

And the burning logs quickly turned to ash and died down.

After the last event of the school trip, the campfire, everyone, filled with a sense of regret, headed back to their tents. Rika, walking slightly ahead with her hands behind her back, asked,

Ryu-chan, how was this school trip for you?

Hearing that, I quietly reflected on the events of the past three days and two nights.

We did environmental cleaning, a cooking contest, fought a bear in a courage test, visited the marine ecological park, did a treasure hunt, and even danced a folk dance at the campfire.

Compared to my days as a graduate student, these days were incredibly dense and eventful.

I was sure that even as an adult, this trip would remain a cherished memory.

It was fun.

Hehe, me too.

With a charming smile, Rika waved her hand before entering her tent and said,

Good night, Ryu-chan.

Yeah, you too, Rika.

Before it got any later, we each entered our tents and snuggled into our blankets.

The last day of the school trip passed in a serene atmosphere.

We woke up early in the morning, dismantled the tents, and headed home.

Since the tents were rented from the campsite from the start, it was only proper to return them neatly.

Dismantling the tent, which had sheltered us for two days, took less time than setting it up.

Well, Im going to go now. Take care on your way home, Rika.

Then Rika hesitated before speaking.

Um, Ryu-chan, be caref-

Caref?

As I murmured, repeating her words, Rika finally said after hesitating.

Be careful on your way! And make sure to apply ointment on your wound!

Turns out, it was nothing serious.

I reassured Rika that I was fine, waved to her, and watched her until the subway doors closed.

Then, Rika, who had been waving eagerly, leaned back against the subway doors.

And so, the long and eventful three-day school trip finally came to an end.

As the peak of summer approached, the rainy season began.

With the hot weather and the onset of the rainy season, humidity naturally increased, raising peoples discomfort levels.

As June was almost ending, with not much time left until July, I was still being bothered by my senior, Fuma.

Kim Yu-seong, its not too late even now. Become my husband.

Kim Yu-seong, if you become my son-in-law now, youll also receive powerful secret techniques.

Kim Yu-seong, if you wish, I can do this and that for you.

Kim Yu-seong

Kim Yu-seong

Kim Yu-seong

Enough!!

At first, I tried to ignore her as if I hadnt heard, but the more I did, the more persistent Senior Fuma, the woman, became.

Finally, driven to my wits end by her continuous advances, I surrendered and asked Senior Fuma honestly.

Senior, dont you want to marry for love?

Then Senior Fuma blinked her eyes and, placing her hand on her chest, said,

I have already decided to dedicate myself to my family. If that means an arranged marriage, then I will naturally offer myself.

I understand thats your stance, Senior. But even so, you wouldnt want to spend your life with someone you dont love, right?

Thats true.

I feel the same way. So, our opinions will always be parallel and never meet.

But upon hearing my words, Senior Fuma boldly said,

Kim Yu-seong, I understand what youre trying to say. However, theres a fatal flaw in your logic.

Huh? What do you mean?

Its the point where you think I dont have feelings for you.

Senior Fuma said this and confidently declared,

I think you would be fine as my husband. So, what I have to do for the rest of the semester is practically already decided from the start.

Given this, I would make you realize that I am the top candidate for a spouse.

Dont underestimate the persistence of a ninja, Kim Yu-seong.

Fuma-senpai said this with a serious face.