Tokyo: My Superpower Refreshes Every Week-Chapter 725 - 723: The Upcoming Sports Festival and Spilled Vinegar

The tall walls shielded the turbulent undercurrents outside from the school, but that didn't mean things were calm inside.

The school has its own affairs.

In the staff room, Taizo Minosaburou sat on a chair, instinctively tugging at his collar.

Clearly in front of a student, yet it seemed as if a first-time interviewee was faced with a job interview panel.

His height of one meter eighty-five conveyed a sense of anxiety.

"Aozawa-kun."

"Teacher Taizo, do you have something to discuss?"

Aozawa stood in front of Taizo Minosaburou, his posture straight, but without the sharp aura, like a sword sheathed.

So he didn't think he scared the homeroom teacher.

Taizo Minosaburou hesitated slightly, then sighed, "You should know that Thursday is the school's sports festival."

"Of course."

Aozawa nodded.

For the students, the sports festival could be considered as a major event, with importance rivaling the United States presidential election.

In fact, during the sports festival week, those significant international events can't dominate student discussions.

They're more focused on which side would win the championship at this festival. 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

The collective honor can always make most teenagers feel passionate and excited.

Taizo Minosaburou rubbed his temples, troubled, "The issue is here, the sports festival is about sports, not fights.

Hojo-kun... he might have some misunderstandings about sports, and last year I saw he wasn't interested in the sports festival either.

I think you're good friends with him, could you explain the difference to him?"

"Teacher Taizo, are you trying to stop Hojo Tetsuji from attending the sports festival?"

Aozawa bluntly pierced through the embarrassed disguise, "Teacher Taizo, don't you think changing a delinquent through sports is a passionate thing?"

"That's what they say."

Taizo Minosaburou showed a troubled face, actually he didn't want to say such things, but unfortunately, the words from other homeroom teachers and the principal forced him to consider.

With Hojo Tetsuji's temperament, if he injures other students at the sports festival, it would be bad for the school's reputation, especially if those visiting parents see it.

He picked up the thermos cup from the table and sipped on some goji tea, helplessly saying, "Everyone is concerned about Hojo-kun's reputation, I'm afraid the Red Team and Blue Team students won't be able to showcase their true strength in the festival.

Can you persuade him?

Sometimes, working behind the scenes is very important."

"Not possible, Tetsuji is very stubborn."

Aozawa shook his head, unwilling to try nor thinking he could persuade Hojo Tetsuji not to participate in the sports festival.

After all, he and Yoshikawa Sayuri were assigned to the White Team.

That enthusiastic Yoshikawa Sayuri wanted Hojo Tetsuji to shine at the sports festival, helping the White Team win the championship.

Encouraged by Yoshikawa Sayuri, Hojo Tetsuji, who didn't love sports much, became fired up to participate in the festival.

"I knew it wouldn't work."

Taizo Minosaburou sighed with relief, waved his hand, "If that's the case, then there's nothing more to say. You should give your best at this year's sports festival."

"Alright, Teacher Taizo, if there's nothing else, I'll be leaving."

"You can go."

Aozawa turned and left the staff room, planning to walk up the stairs when a girl was coming down, her sun-tanned skin like freshly baked bread.

The black ribbon on her collar seemed a bit informal.

Unlike walking on flat ground, when descending the stairs, her steps were cautious.

Due to her poor vision, she couldn't see the stairs clearly, making every step feel precarious, fearing she'd embarrass herself by stepping on air.

Ayatsuki Ayaka spotted Aozawa at the bottom of the stairs, her eyes brightened, quickening her pace a bit.

Even if she falls, she believes the other would catch her.

"Aozawa, did Teacher Taizo say anything to you?"

Her face showed a hint of curiosity.

Aozawa smiled and replied, "Taizo wanted me to advise Tetsuji not to join the sports festival."

"Eh, why avoid Hojo?"

"Because Hojo is a delinquent, they're afraid he'd hurt people."

"Hojo isn't that scary, he seems quite nice to me."

"It's not easy to change the inherent impressions of a delinquent, what are you going downstairs for?"

"Oh, I need to buy drinks!"

Ayatsuki Ayaka suddenly remembered she lost rock-paper-scissors and was responsible for getting drinks for the three, "Let's not talk now, if I'm slow Saeko will tease me."

"Okay."

Aozawa replied with a smile, continuing upward.

Ayatsuki Ayaka rushed toward the vending machine.

...

Returning to the classroom, Hojo Tetsuji's seat was empty.

At this moment, just checking Yoshikawa Sayuri's seat would tell if it was also empty, indicating the two were secretly dating somewhere in school.

It's often said that a short separation is better than a honeymoon.

After the trial concluded several days ago, the lingering romance between Yoshikawa Sayuri and Hojo Tetsuji felt like a honeymoon.

Aozawa muttered to himself, stepping forward to pull out a chair.

The girl, who had been pretending to read, closed her book and naturally turned around, her pencil box moved away noticeably, almost falling off the edge.

"So annoying, can't you place it better?"

Phoenix Academy Maggie boldly accused him of placing the pencil box in the wrong spot.

Aozawa admired her commanding presence as he corrected the pencil box and laughed, "Who would bring out the watermelon, even after summer has passed?"

Phoenix Academy Maggie was slightly taken aback, quickly realizing that this watermelon was not an ordinary one.

Her face turned slightly red, and she shot Aozawa a look, saying, "With that slick tongue of yours, did you get scolded in the staff room?"

"Of course not, it's just that Teacher Taizo, no, the teachers are a bit concerned about Tetsuji participating in the sports festival."

Aozawa shrugged, recounting the staff room conversation to her.

Phoenix Academy Maggie frowned slightly, muttering, "I need to clarify the rules with Tetsuji. He must impress the teachers; losing due to rule violations is unacceptable."

In terms of physical fitness, Phoenix Academy Maggie naturally wasn't worried about Hojo Tetsuji.

However, some sports rules presented a significant challenge for Hojo Tetsuji to remember.

Aozawa chuckled, "Let's hope Yoshikawa can use the power of love to help him remember those rules."

"I think that's unlikely."

Phoenix Academy Maggie sighed; even Yoshikawa Sayuri only had a partial understanding of those sports rules.

She hoped Yoshikawa Sayuri would speak up soon, or better yet, directly send a message for that person to read.

"Enough about that. Do you know that another Angel Envoy appeared in Tokyo this afternoon, currently residing in the Setagaya mansion?"

Aozawa knew this well, yet still feigned curiosity, asking, "Who is it?"

"It's the Holy Lord, who previously appeared once and killed Mitsui Arashi; that last fighting tournament was prepared for him."

Phoenix Academy Maggie enthusiastically shared these details, then whispered, "The Thirty-Four Families thought they could discuss matters behind closed doors without a leak, but they underestimated my methods."

Aozawa was aware of the new institution Kochou established, the Imperial Court Retainers.

He cooperated by saying, "Maggie, what did you do?"

"I browsed through the Thirty-Four Families' records and found someone more suited to rebellion than Ryū."

Phoenix Academy Maggie paused, deliberately beckoning him to lean in before whispering, "That person is Sanjushi Tera's wife, Sanjushi Hayaho; I discovered her daily activities and past deeds.

I found that this woman hides ambitions; she's not as innocent and romantic as she appears.

Her marriage to Sanjushi Tera was merely to gain power.

Sanjushi Tera was deceived by her facade and completely excluded her from business affairs.

After her mother took the stage, Sanjushi Hayaho's desires greatly increased; I suspected she might be agitated and attempted to approach her.

She agreed to divide the Thirty-Four Families.

The Holy Lord was informed by her."

"Guard against all, but it's hard to guard against the person lying beside you."

Aozawa showed a contemplative expression.

Phoenix Academy Maggie said no more, gazing at the ear close to her lips, feeling Aozawa's earlobe seemed especially tempting.

She really wanted to bite it to taste!

...

At this moment, Ayatsuki Ayaka entered from the main door of the classroom, holding four bottles of drinks against her chest.

Her gaze swept across the room, landing on the seats in the back.

The intimate scene of the boy and girl almost touching caught her eye.

Even though she was mentally prepared, seeing this scene in front of her still made her feel a bit sour.

But then she thought, it shouldn't be her feeling sour about Phoenix Academy Maggie, but rather Phoenix Academy Maggie about her.

In terms of relationships, Phoenix Academy Maggie was still in the full sprint stage, while she was already camping at the finish line, having successfully reached the goal.

Thinking this way, Ayatsuki Ayaka's mood improved, she returned to her seat and cheerfully said, "Saeko, Maru, Kaoru, these are your drinks."

She placed the three drinks on the table and held onto the orange juice, flicking open the tab with her finger, sipping it joyfully.

Miyahara Kaoru grabbed her drink and couldn't help but say, "The atmosphere in the classroom is getting worse; flaunting their love so openly without considering other students' feelings."

"It's alright."

Ayatsuki Ayaka waved grandly.

She decided to learn from Sister Chitose, who accommodated her existence with a broad heart and reassured her about sharing Aozawa.

At least Sister Chitose is a good person.

If the girls sharing Aozawa are all good people, then indirectly she gains more good sisters, and it doesn't feel uncomfortable.

She liked the lively atmosphere.

Moreover, when she's unavailable, it's good to have girls around to keep Aozawa company; it ensured he wouldn't feel lonely.

Miyahara Kaoru's expression was complicated, quietly sipping her orange juice.

Her drink was the same brand as Ayatsuki Ayaka's, but the taste was entirely different.

Ayatsuki Ayaka felt she drank sweet orange juice, while Miyahara Kaoru tasted sourness in hers.

Takahashi Saeko rarely joined the conversation, merely observing Phoenix Academy Maggie and Aozawa, pondering whether they were discussing important intelligence.

She suspected the young lady's actions were not just about flaunting affection, but more about sharing hidden conversations.