This Japanese Monogatari Isn't Lame
Chapter 239 - 196: 20,000,000 (Achievement of 8,000-word target)

Chapter 239: Chapter 196: 20,000,000 (Achievement of 8,000-word target)

Indeed, just as expected, after drawing lots for seats, the chairman of the school officially announced that Qianye Yuki would temporarily take on the role of the art teacher, responsible for the duties of a substitute art instructor.

Having said that, Qianye Yuki, leaning on a cane, walked up from behind the curtain and looked towards the students standing under the podium.

Clearly, it wasn’t her first time facing such a scenario. There were many interviews about her on the internet, so simply introducing herself on a podium in a school, she showed little fear or nervousness.

Qianye Yuki first scanned the crowd and accurately identified Beichuan Si, who looked expressionless as he stared at her.

After giving a slight nod in Beichuan Si’s direction, she leaned into the microphone, "I am honored to teach at Kyubei High School, and I hope that during my time as a substitute art teacher, I can create pleasant memories with you all..."

Most of what she said was official rhetoric, which did not intrigue the students below at all.

On the contrary, the moment she appeared, a burst of discussion erupted.

"Qianye Yuki?! Is that the Qianye Yuki?"

"To see her in person like this? I’m a fan of hers!"

"Mr. Qianye! Over here! Over here!"

"..."

At first, when they heard it was Qianye Yuki, the students couldn’t believe it was really her. But as soon as they saw her actually walking out with a cane and began speaking, they started discussing.

That’s the Qianye Yuki who had been interviewed on television, a fresh star in the world of painting mentioned by many renowned painters.

Most crucially, Qianye Yuki was the same age as most of the students present. Having someone their age appear as a teacher at Kyubei ignited an excited discussion among the students.

"Mr. Temple, is Mr. Qianye here because..." Shen Gu Mirai moved closer to Beichuan Si, her voice faint.

After a brief thought, she pretty much understood that Qianye Yuki might have come for Beichuan Si.

Beichuan Si only nodded, "She mentioned it to me yesterday, Miss Qianye is still as decisive as ever."

Hearing this, Shen Gu Mirai didn’t ask further, she stepped back pensively, wondering something.

Qianye Yuki’s speech soon ended.

The chairman took the podium again to deliver some official platitudes, and the morning assembly concluded amid an excited and feverish atmosphere.

As soon as Qianye Yuki disappeared backstage, a tall young woman wearing a large face mask, sunglasses, and a round hat came up to support her. She listened with a bemused expression to the unending discussions of the students as they left the venue, and jokingly said,

"It appears Mr. Qianye is still quite popular, I’m indeed impressed, Yuki."

Although the woman was jesting, her tone was laden with disillusionment, void of any vibrancy.

"You’re teasing me again," sighed Qianye Yuki, looking at the young woman covered so thoroughly, "If you took off your sunglasses, mask, and hat, I bet Kyubei could instantly gather enough people for a concert."

"Haha... you really think too highly of me, I haven’t been active for nearly half a year now."

The young woman diverted the topic with a chortle and then asked, "Who was that impressive Beichuan Si you mentioned? I was hiding on the other side and didn’t notice."

"Shihua, you should be more careful about your own self. Haven’t I shown you a photo of Senior Beichuan before?"

"I really didn’t pay much attention... sorry... really... very sorry."

Her voice strained as if she was forcing herself to be energetic, causing Qianye Yuki a pang of pain.

It took a long while before Qianye Yuki, leaning on her cane, came to her side and gently took her hand, "Shihua, believe me, I won’t disappoint you this time."

"If I didn’t believe in you, Yuki, I wouldn’t be here," the woman said with self-mocking laughter, "Anyway, I’m just a disabled person now, pressurized from both sides."

Hearing this, Qianye Yuki tightened her grip on the woman’s hand, and she reciprocated the hold.

The young woman finally spoke after a long pause, "I am indeed curious about this Beichuan Si, but now my ailment isn’t the only thing holding me back."

Qianye Yuki’s discerning eyes dimmed for a moment, but she quickly rejuvenated and responded with certainty,

"I know. That’s why I believe you need to meet Senior Beichuan; he can definitely help, Shihua, you must stay spirited."

"Hope so."

The young woman’s gaze hidden behind the large sunglasses appeared hollow.

In fact, she had long contemplated her own path and had decided her destiny, beyond the influence of others.

As for agreeing to come here with Qianye Yuki... that was just to prevent her friend from feeling sad.

If she truly had to leave, she must first appease Yuki’s persistence.

With this thought in mind, she seemed to regain some spirit, "Let’s go meet this ’Senior Beichuan’ sooner, to be honest, the more you trust him, the more curious I am about him."

Curing Qianye Yuki’s legs, which had remained untreated despite visits across the country, and holding such high esteem for this person.

Who... exactly is he?

The young woman’s curiosity was piqued.

...

Morning classes quickly passed, but the topic ignited by Qianye Yuki spread among classes.

Under this strong wave of dissemination, even more students were drawn to learn about Qianye Yuki.