Calming himself, Tobe tried to show an unhappy expression, but then again, he had to say this girl was a bit too fake. Probably, similar to Yukinoshita, he could tell that Iroha had no friends at all.
A popular girl might be loved by many guys, but it doesn’t mean that they are loved by many girls in return.
Instead, in most cases, those popular girls would be isolated, and all the girls, especially those who weren’t confident in themselves, would make those girls live a living hell, and they would even treat those girls like a slut.
Even though that wasn’t the case at all.
When Tobe thought of that, he also started to calm himself, thinking that he would be too petty and cruel if he treated Iroha coldly. Moreover, while he didn’t pay much attention to this girl, she was also a heroine, and if he could take her down, he would gain a reward, but then again, he remembered that she had feelings toward Hayato, and toward this type of girls that always had the attention of the guys everywhere, it was better not to show much enthusiasm in the beginning.
Or rather, as someone who had a girlfriend, how could he show enthusiasm for another girl other than his girlfriend publicly?
"Sorry, I am in a hurry, so my expression might be a little unpleasant to you when you suddenly call me."
"Ah, um, I am sorry for suddenly stopping you when you are in a hurry, Senpai."
Iroha also subconsciously apologized and felt a little guilty since she knew well that her intention to call Tobe out wasn’t pure. No, she planned to seduce him by using her cuteness and acting like a little troubled junior who couldn’t be left alone.
After all, a guy loves a weak woman who can’t be left alone, right?
While that might be the case in the short term, in the long term, it was better to have someone that a man could rely on since the relationship between a husband and a wife wasn’t only for a lover, but also a partner for life.
If the wife could support the husband instead of causing trouble, it would be better, right?
So, Tobe’s attention toward Iroha had never been high.
"So, what’s wrong, Isshiki?"
"Ah, I wonder about everyone’s training..."
Probably, after Tobe showed his skill, everyone started to ask him his opinion, and he naturally taught them where they could shine, according to their specialty. While not many of them had a particular talent, they could be taught in a way that suited the needs of the team.
If he had to say, his position was like that of a coach, and the real coach had become useless, yet as his strength and his understanding of everyone’s talent were higher, everyone quickly followed him, including Hayama.
As the manager of the soccer club, Iroha thought to use this position to get closer to Tobe, asking him about the schedule, group training, and everyone’s individual training. Naturally, she also asked what she should do to make herself better as a manager, which made him slightly surprised, thinking that she was smarter than he had imagined.
’Let’s not be prejudiced,’ he thought.
Yet, even if he tried not to, it was hard, especially when the majority was similar to what the prejudiced were, like how an otaku was weird, a bitchy woman had always been cheating, or a scumbag had always been a scumbag.
’The last one is correct.’
Tobe was a scumbag after all since even if he got a cute girlfriend, he still couldn’t stop his thoughts toward another women.
Still, as Iroha asked him, he decided to teach her seriously, which, unexpectedly, she also listened to carefully until she understood everything.
"Yes, thank you, Senpai."
Unlike before, her image of Tobe had changed, and this also made her feel conflicted, which made her have to admit and understand why he was so popular now.
Why was Hayama Hayato the most popular guy?
It was because Hayama was handsome, in a sports club, and also had his own group.
Well, more or less, it was because Hayama was handsome.
A normal high school girl is simple since the majority of them often have an illusion that they will be chased by the most popular guy, and be loved dearly.
Naturally, that fantasy would be aimed toward those who were close to him, like the most beautiful, the most handsome, or their crush.
As for an idol or star, they were too far away from their daily life, and most people were realistic, so they chose the closest.
With all of that, most of the girls’ fantasies would always be toward Hayama, who had always shown a kind, gentle smile and was handsome.
Iroha was the same, but then, she realized a different charm from Tobe. She thought that this guy was just a follower of Hayama before, but unexpectedly, Tobe had changed so much that it made him like... a CEO character in the novel, or simply a leader.
When they talked, Iroha could feel that Tobe really tried to teach her, and while this was what she did, it surprised her when he could teach her, giving him an intelligent and reliable image in her mind.
"Then, I will leave first."
"Are you going to meet those two girls?"
Iroha felt a bit salty and couldn’t help but show a jealous expression, thinking that Tobe would change his intention.
"No. I am going to meet my girlfriend."
Blinking her eyes, Iroha remembered that there was a rumor that Tobe dated the most popular girl in the school, Yukinoshita Yukino. She thought that all the students were hallucinating due to the magic mushroom, but it seemed that wasn’t the case.
"...is it Yukinoshita-senpai?"
"Yes." Tobe glanced at Iroha and asked curiously, "Where did you hear it?"
"A lot of people talked about it, you know? After all, who would expect Yukinoshita-senpai to be dating?"
"Well, that’s true, especially if the partner is me."
Then again, considering Yukinoshita’s popularity and reputation, no matter who her boyfriend was, that boyfriend would be talked about by others and become the center of attention.
"But, isn’t it a bit too late? How are you planning to meet her?"
Iroha wondered why she asked that question. Was it because she was jealous? Or was it because she was disappointed? Yet, when she saw his smile, which exuded a mystery as if it contained a secret she shouldn’t know, her heart beat, and her face turned red. However, his large palm gently rubbed her head, making her feel comfortable despite her annoyance, as she was being treated like a kid.
"You might know in the future. I will go now."
"Don’t treat me like a kid, Senpai!"
Pouting, Iroha complained, yet that scumbag had already left, running so fast that even beat Usain Bolt!
Why did he run so fast?
When Iroha thought about what would happen between Tobe and Yukinoshita after this, she felt her petite body become tight as her heart beat so hard, thinking that they might do something naughty.
On the other hand, Yukinoshita, who had been waiting for him, quickly opened the door and saw her boyfriend.
"Sorry to make you wait."
Today, the world record for running was broken by Tobe.