My System Always Wants to Force Me to Confess
Chapter 54: Start Learning Piano by Myself from Today

Chapter 54: Chapter 54: Start Learning Piano by Myself from Today

By the time school ended, Shirakawa Sawahei told Asano Nazuki, who was sitting next to him, that he’d take a leave from club activities today. Then, he walked over to Ise Yu Yuzhijin’s seat, watching her sluggishly pack her things.

"...Sit down and wait a bit, will you, Shirakawa?" Ise Yu Yuzhijin suddenly felt a lot of pressure being watched like that.

"Um, let’s see, besides this... I also need to take this application form over... hmm..."

Shirakawa Sawahei couldn’t help but sigh as he took various messy books, documents, and application forms from her hands and patiently organized them.

Ise Yu Yuzhijin blinked as she noticed that Shirakawa Sawahei was much more efficient and orderly than she was when it came to organizing.

"Shirakawa, you must be a Virgo, right?"

"Let’s go." Shirakawa Sawahei couldn’t be bothered to answer that question.

Asano Nazuki stared for a while from her seat, feeling like she missed something. At some point without her knowing, Ise Yu Yuzhijin and that guy seemed to have reached some kind of agreement.

This feeling made her very uncomfortable. She gritted her teeth, deciding to resist the urge to ask where they were going and instead planned to use Tsukimi Sakurazawa later to find out Shirakawa Sawahei’s whereabouts.

These kinds of things only needed a little manipulation to get results; no need to wade into the mess herself and deepen that guy’s suspicions of her.

The two of them left their classroom, A1, heading straight for the music room.

The Light Music Department’s activity room had a piano, but someone was currently using it, practicing for the cultural festival performance. Shirakawa Sawahei, as an outsider, obviously didn’t have enough influence to ask them to give up the piano for him.

Akihisa High School’s music room is next to the auditorium, which also houses a piano. However, it’s extremely precious, reserved for performances.

Rumor has it that it’s a 19th-century piano made in France—high-end and classy. Shirakawa Sawahei had no desire to even touch it, afraid that if he scratched it, he’d end up signing a compensation agreement with the school.

As they were about to pass through the auditorium, they suddenly noticed a group of people inside. Clear, pleasant notes floated out, making Shirakawa Sawahei’s face show some surprise.

Is someone playing the piano in the auditorium?

They’re bold indeed, not afraid of damaging the academy’s treasure... Oh, it’s Hayakawa Kashi. That explains it.

In his view, Hayakawa Kashi was seated at the piano, her fingers dancing lightly as an elegant piece gradually unfolded under her touch.

She was playing a segment of a famous classical piece. Even Shirakawa Sawahei, who knew almost nothing about piano, could easily discern her superior skill compared to some so-called online pianists.

The audience nearby all had expressions of watching an idol. If this were a concert, they’d probably be holding up banners and shouting "We only love Kashi!"

But this isn’t exactly a concert; it’s more like a recital.

Can you hold banners and shout at a recital? Definitely not.

Cute little Ise Yu covered her mouth, afraid that any exclamations from her would disrupt the recital’s atmosphere.

Shirakawa Sawahei listened for a while and suddenly felt something was off.

What’s going on, wasn’t I supposed to level up my skills to control lightning in the future? What’s the deal with being here and suddenly being charmed by my learning sister?

He patted Ise Yu’s shoulder and whispered, "Ise Yu..."

Ise Yu let out a soft "Eek~" as if displeased that Shirakawa Sawahei was interrupting her enjoyment of Hayakawa Kashi’s beautiful... ahem, impressive performance.

The final note on the keyboard sounded, and the music abruptly came to an end. Hayakawa Kashi stood up, smoothing her skirt, and was greeted by enthusiastic applause.

"Hayakawa, you’re amazing! Winning a gold award in a competition would just be a matter of signing up!"

"Hayakawa has already won gold awards before. She’s always been someone to aspire to in the piano world!"

"I heard international music maestros have specifically sought her out."

"Sugoi, she truly deserves to be called Senior Hayakawa!"

Cute little Ise Yu clapped furiously, her flushed face showing just how excited she was.

"Shirakawa, did you see? That’s the kind of skill I’ve always been longing for!"

Shirakawa Sawahei said in surprise, "But don’t you want to become a songstress? Piano doesn’t have much to do with that, does it?"

"Who says it has nothing to do with it, it has a lot to do with it!" Ise Yu rebuked. "Who wouldn’t want to be an all-rounder who can both sing and dance~"

"..."

With your level 1 skills, you really dare to say something like that, huh.

"Look! Look! Hayakawa is coming our way!" Ise Yu exclaimed, pulling playfully at Shirakawa Sawahei’s clothes, sounding every bit the fangirl.

Hayakawa Kashi truly was walking in his direction. Shirakawa Sawahei made eye contact with her and subconsciously thought she might come to greet him.

He slightly opened his mouth, only to realize that Hayakawa Kashi seemed to pay him no mind. So he closed his mouth again, and without exchanging any words, they passed by each other.

Almost forgot, Hayakawa Kashi is a little arrogant; she wouldn’t greet him in front of everyone.

"Hayakawa is so cool, I really want to be her fan forever~" Ise Yu sighed.

Shirakawa Sawahei replied noncommittally, "If you have that thought, could you at least get me to the music room first?"

I’m practicing piano for you, so you better show a little more interest, okay?

If the piano path isn’t feasible for me, and I end up stealing your chef job, don’t come crying to me in a maid outfit.

Although they were delayed for a bit on the way, Shirakawa Sawahei’s luck wasn’t too bad. As soon as they reached the music room, a group of students had just packed up their sheet music and were about to leave.

"The application form is already filled out. We can report to the teacher and start practicing."

Shirakawa Sawahei nodded, "So how do we start practicing?"

"What do you mean by starting practice?" Cute little Ise Yu looked bewildered.

"Teach me basic music theory first, I guess," Shirakawa Sawahei said after pondering for a bit.

Ise Yu Yuzhijin should at least be capable of teaching basic music theory, given that she managed to achieve a level 1 vocal skill.

"Uh... Um... Ah, Shirakawa, I think it’d be better for our club president to teach you. She’s a really nice person, so make sure to learn well from her~" Ise Yu Yuzhijin stammered, then suddenly said.

"I’ll message her on Line right now and see if she can come over later~"

Shirakawa Sawahei: "..."

I knew I shouldn’t have counted on this girl with her high procrastination skills, thinking she could teach me and save some favors.

I was too naive.

He let out an almost imperceptible sigh, "Then could you bring me a music theory book? I’ll try to teach myself."

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