Crossover: I Took In a Runaway High School Girl

Upon returning to class, Renji Kamisaka casually greeted Yumiko Miura and their other friends, then settled into his seat. The atmosphere in the classroom today felt normal, almost too normal.

Except for Hayato Hayama. He sat there with a slightly depressed expression, even though Kakeru Tobe and his other friends were still chattering cheerfully around him. Kakeru Tobe, with his long hair and distinctive headband, always gave off a show-off vibe. Relying on the fact that he was Hayato's friend, he often "borrowed" newly bought comics from some otaku in class without hesitation and brought them to Hayato. Kakeru was one of the people disliked by the otaku in class, but no one dared to bother him because he was Hayato Hayama's good friend.

The reason why Hayato Hayama was depressed? Of course, it was Yumiko Miura. Although Yumiko still greeted him normally today, it was too normal. The flirtatious tone of the past was completely gone, instead revealing a sense of distant formality. Before, she called him "Hayato." Now she called him "Hayato-kun," with a suffix that made it more distant, colder.

Kakeru Tobe asked him curiously if he had quarreled with Yumiko. Of course, he said no. How could they quarrel? Ever since Yumiko returned to class with red eyes last time, she had been like this. Hayato Hayama was confused and didn't understand what had happened to her.

I guess Hayato won't figure it out, Renji thought, noticing Hayato's confusion. The fact that he had used her as a shield and had no intention of reciprocating her feelings had been exposed to Miura Yumiko. Miura Yumiko, who cared deeply about her friends, would fundamentally not doubt what her friends said. And Hayato Hayama's behavior not only hurt her, but also deceived and embarrassed her. Why flirt if you're not serious? Yumiko thought. If he wasn't planning to date her, then Miura Yumiko didn't need Hayato's gentleness. This kind of gentleness was poison, and she was afraid she would be poisoned to death. Since Hayato Hayama wanted to be friends with her forever, then just be ordinary friends. Nothing else was possible. Her heart was already dead. Miura Yumiko had truly lost hope in Hayato now.

Hayato Hayama was also suffering now. He wanted to change something, but with his 'perfect' image, he couldn't break the situation at all. In fact, he was very afraid that Miura Yumiko would break up with him. In doing so, he would not only lose a shield but also a good friend. Yes. Although he didn't plan to date Yumiko, he truly considered Yumiko his best friend.

I can only say that Hayato Hayama's wishful thinking is too beautiful, Renji thought. How can there be an eternal friendship between men and women? Maybe there is. But around Hayato Hayama, such a thing doesn't exist at all.

While Hayato was depressed, Miura Yumiko, with Yui Yuigahama and the others, was discussing the plot of the novel Love Metronome. She complained that the heroine was too convoluted. She always liked to let the hero guess her thoughts. Then she fell into a depressed mood alone. She felt unhappy.

"If you ask me, Sayuka should be more direct and express her feelings!" Yumiko exclaimed, a little frustrated. "She doesn't say anything, how can the hero know?" Her voice rose. "In the end, she makes things messy. I'm so angry. Can such a person be a heroine?" She glared at her book. "When the time comes, I'll have to give some advice to Utaha Kasumigaoka and ask her to make the heroine more honest."

Renji Kamisaka suppressed a laugh. This Sayuka was created by Utaha Kasumigaoka based on herself. He shook his head. She, who had never been in love, could write such a convoluted love story. It was already very good. However, there was no news of the second volume, perhaps due to writer's block. Renji also felt that he could give her some advice to make his presence felt.

Seeing Miura Yumiko still fuming at the fictional character, Renji Kamisaka felt that she was cute and couldn't help but chuckle. The Queen of reality was successfully misled by him. She actually fell in love with a light novel.

Shiina Mahiru secretly glanced at Renji, a relieved smile gracing her lips. Yumiko doesn't seem to be depressed by heartbreak at all now. My man is really good. She thought, seeing how Renji used the light novel to distract Yumiko.

Renji Kamisaka watched all this calmly, occasionally meeting Yui Yuigahama's peeking gaze, and the girl quickly shifted her eyes in a panic, her cheeks flushing.

And the dead-eyed boy, Hikigaya Hachiman, who sat near the window in the corridor, enviously watched others singing praises for the young man. He's only seeing the surface, Renji thought.

"Hikigaya-san..." Suddenly, a soft voice entered his ears. Hachiman looked up and felt that he was falling in love. His name was Totsuka Saika. He looked really cute, but why was he a boy? Hikigaya Hachiman was in an eternal dilemma.

It was outdoor physical education class. And the activity was tennis. Renji Kamisaka was about to pull Mahiru to form a team, but Miura Yumiko enthusiastically pulled Yui and Ebina Hina to form a team together. Kakeru Tobe also joined in. Finally, Hayato Hayama's group also joined and formed teams to play tennis.

Miura Yumiko performed exceptionally well. She was the ace of the middle school tennis team and also represented the school in competitions, winning second place. The girl's figure on the tennis court was very eye-catching, lively and full of energy.

After physical education class, Miura Yumiko felt happy and looked even more beautiful, her cheeks flushed with pleasant exhaustion. Renji Kamisaka gave her a thumbs up and praised her tennis skills. Miura Yumiko was very happy and asked him to play tennis together again when he had time. Of course, Renji smiled and agreed.

Hayato Hayama looked embarrassed, his expression cloudy. Because Yumiko didn't invite him at all. Just as he was about to speak, Yumiko cut him off with an apology that sounded too polite, "Hayato-kun, you still have to attend soccer club practice. It seems I can only play tennis with Renji in the future."

Hayato Hayama forced a bright, painfully fake smile, but he felt incredibly uncomfortable. He didn't go to practice every day! He also had time to play tennis with girls! But seeing Miura Yumiko had already turned and was chattering with Yui about playing tennis, he had to give up speaking. Hayato Hayama was very depressed. He felt that Miura Yumiko's change was related to Renji Kamisaka. Thinking that his favorite Yukinoshita Haruno was also very special to Renji Kamisaka, he subconsciously clenched his fists, a sharp pang of jealousy flashing in his eyes.

Renji Kamisaka paid no attention to Hayato Hayama at all. His mind had already drifted, and he started writing the magical girl project again. Misaki Kamiigusa was almost done with preparations. Eriri would come to try out the script on the weekend. It was a pity that he had to take Sayu Ogiwara back to Hokkaido, so he probably wouldn't be able to see this tsundere twin-tailed beautiful girl. But it wasn't a big deal. As long as Eriri joined Misaki Kamiigusa and her game animation studio, wouldn't it be easy to meet her again?

Renji Kamisaka had always been an ambitious man. He thought about putting the two Shiina sisters together. He also thought about the Yukinoshita sisters. But we still have to do it slowly, he reminded himself. He couldn't help but smile when he thought of being blocked by Yukino in the morning. Second Lady, just wait for my trickery.

Unlike Hayama's depression, Class F didn't say much, but Kawasaki Saki, who had a cold and withdrawn expression, was not calm inside. She knew that Renji Kamisaka already had Shiina Mahiru, and was intimate with the librarian Sumireko Sanshokuin on the rooftop. She knew that Renji Kamisaka had two girlfriends and was also eyeing Miura Yumiko.

What made her panic was that Miura Yumiko seemed to be interested in Renji these two days. She no longer acted spoiled towards Hayama. From time to time, she would blush and secretly look at Renji. She also deliberately went to talk to Shiina Mahiru, but her purpose was to get close to Mahiru's deskmate, Renji Kamisaka. Renji Kamisaka, this dangerous man, is too powerful!

Miura, who used to only have eyes for Hayama, is being tempted by him? Then won't I, a girl who still has 1 million yen from him, be in danger too? Saki clutched her skirt. No, I, Saki Kawasaki, will never be tempted by a playboy! Absolutely not!

After the third class in the morning, Renji Kamisaka was assigned by Shizuka Hiratsuka to deliver homework books to her office. Renji Kamisaka felt that he was being targeted by Shizuka. Perhaps it was because of the sweet glances between him and Mahiru that Shizuka Hiratsuka, who was always a 30-year-old beauty failing at blind dates, felt bitter, so she deliberately ordered him to do something. Well, he was quite happy to do it.

However, Hayato Hayama came with a smile to help divide half of the homework books. Renji Kamisaka understood that he had something to ask him, so he agreed with a smile.

On the way, Hayato Hayama hesitated to speak, his gaze constantly glancing at Renji.

Renji Kamisaka shrugged, "Ask if you want. This isn't like Hayato Hayama to hesitate."

Hayato Hayama sighed, his shoulders slumping slightly. "You saw it."

"Because if you're too attentive, you're either a traitor or a thief. I don't usually see you helping to move homework," Renji retorted, a faint smile on his lips.

Hayato Hayama touched the back of his head, feeling a little embarrassed. "I'm afraid I'll disturb your time with Shiina-san."

"You've already disturbed me, so if you have something to say, just say it quickly, don't be shy," Renji urged, his tone slightly impatient yet relaxed.

Hayato Hayama looked defeated, a bitter smile etched on his face. "I really envy you for being so honest."

"Because I don't need to lie, Hayato, I think honesty is the most important thing," Renji answered, his gaze direct.

Hayato nodded slightly without comment, but he was destined not to be honest in front of everyone. He took a deep breath and asked, his voice a little lower. "Renji, do you know what happened to Yumiko recently?" There was a pause. "That day, she came back to class with red eyes. Did something happen that I don't know about?"

"Oh, you're talking about this." Renji nodded, then continued casually. "Yumiko thought you came to me to ask about her." He saw Hayato's expression change. "I told Yumiko that you didn't mention her at all. Instead, you said that you had someone you liked, but that person wasn't her." Renji paused, a faint smile on his face. "Then after you went back, she was like this."

Hayato Hayama: "!!!" Hayato's face turned pale, dumbfounded. "You... you told Yumiko that I cared about Haruno-san?" Is this person so despicable? He retracted what he said earlier. He didn't envy his honesty at all. Hayato felt that he and Renji Kamisaka couldn't get along.

"I didn't tell her the name. I just said that you had someone you liked, but that person wasn't her. Is there anything wrong with that?" Renji Kamisaka looked at him confused, as if what he did was the most logical thing in the world.

Hayato smiled awkwardly, "No, you did the right thing... I did the wrong thing." He sighed, guilt radiating from his voice. "Yumiko is a very simple person. If you and Shiina date, I hope you don't hurt her."

Renji Kamisaka rolled his eyes at him, "Who's hurting her?"

Hayato knew it well, but he still stood in the position of a friend and stared at Renji Kamisaka firmly.

Renji Kamisaka nodded helplessly, "Don't worry, Mahiru and I haven't confirmed our relationship yet, so I won't hurt Yumiko. More precisely, I won't hurt any of the cute girls I cherish."

Hayato Hayama was speechless, his face showing a mixture of defeat and astonishment. "Renji, why do I feel that you are more greedy than I am?"

"Yes, I am more greedy than you." Renji Kamisaka replied with a smile, and suddenly stopped with Hayato.

Because in the corridor ahead, a girl with long black hair was walking slowly. She was Yukinoshita Yukino.

Renji Kamisaka thought about what he said in the morning, and had no intention of greeting her, so he and Hayato, who was in a complicated mood, passed her and prepared to go to Teacher Hiratsuka's office.

"Wait." But Yukino called him with a slightly red face, her voice a little hesitant. In his stunned expression, she slipped a note into his hand and said, "Remember to read it." Then she ignored Hayato Hayama completely, turned and walked away calmly, as if nothing had happened.

Hayato Hayama was also stunned, his eyes wide. Yukinoshita Yukino actually took the initiative to slip a note into Renji Kamisaka's hand? What's wrong with this world?

Renji Kamisaka opened it and saw that it said, "Come to my club activity room in the afternoon, I have something to tell you."

Hayato Hayama didn't want to talk anymore, his head was too full. He felt that he should focus on observing Renji Kamisaka in the future. Perhaps, he could find a way to divert Haruno-san's attention to himself.

Renji Kamisaka was slightly surprised. He hadn't even started to trick her with the cat in the cat bag, but she took the initiative to find him? For some reason, he looked forward to meeting her in the afternoon, a mischievous smile etched on his lips.