In one of the tightly closed toilet stalls, the sound of irregular breathing filled the cramped space. The silence outside seemed to make every gasp more audible, echoing off the narrow walls of the stall.
"Gulp... This is bitter..."
Masha leaned against the stall door, her eyes blinking slightly as she struggled to swallow something. Her face showed an expression of determination. With the back of her hand, she wiped the corner of her lips where a thick liquid had gathered.
"You're too energetic, Ren-kun." She said in a soft voice, her tone half-complaining but still tinged with resignation.
In front of her, Ren simply chuckled lightly. With a gentle motion, he patted her head, his fingers casually brushing through her slightly disheveled hair.
"Thank you, Masha. You've helped me lighten my burden."
"Huh..."
Masha let out a soft snort, glaring at Ren with a pout but not truly angry. Skillfully, she buttoned up her open uniform, making sure everything looked normal before glancing at the stall door.
Meanwhile, Ren pulled up his pants and tightened his belt with a satisfied expression.
"Next time, don't make me do something like that so casually." Masha said, her tone half-annoyed, half-resigned. Her hand moved to gently touch her stomach. "What if something happens to our baby?"
Wrapping his arm around Masha's waist, Ren pulled her into a warm embrace.
"You'll be an amazing mother." He whispered softly into her ear.
Leaning against his chest, Masha said softly, "I'll raise our child so they don't grow up to be a scoundrel like their father."
Hearing that, Ren casually slapped her butt as a light punishment.
"Who are you calling a scoundrel, huh?"
"Kyaaa...!"
Masha let out a surprised yelp, quickly covering her mouth to ensure no one knew she was in the boys' toilet. However, before she could retaliate, Ren released his embrace and said, "I'll go out first to make sure the coast is clear. Don't come out until I say so."
"Um."
Masha nodded, letting Ren exit first. She waited in silence, listening to his light footsteps outside the stall.
A few seconds passed before Ren's voice was heard again. "It's clear. Come out quickly."
Stepping out calmly, Masha straightened her skirt without underwear underneath, acting as if nothing had happened. She then headed to class first, followed by Ren later.
In the hallway, Masha almost bumped into her younger sister, Alya.
"Alya-chan, where are you going? Class is about to start." Masha asked, trying to act normal.
"Toilet." Alya replied briefly, without a hint of doubt.
"Hm?"
Alya noticed something strange near her sister's face. Without thinking much, she reached out and picked it off.
"Hair?" Looking at the thin strand on her fingers, she asked in confusion, "Why is there a strand of hair on your cheek, Masha?"
Masha's body tensed slightly, but only for a moment before she quickly composed herself. Her sister's innocent expression was enough to calm her nerves.
"Ah, maybe it got there when I was fixing my hair."
'Sorry, Alya-chan. That's not just any hair, it's Ren-kun's pubic hair.'
A slight sense of guilt arose in her heart. Masha didn't like lying to her younger sister.
"Um."
Alya nodded without further questions. Then, she casually discarded the hair and glanced at the clock in the hallway.
"I'm going to the toilet. Class is about to start."
Masha smiled and nodded as her sister turned and left. Once Alya disappeared behind the toilet door, she let out a long sigh and patted her ample chest, trying to calm her slightly racing heart.
'Gosh… I need to be more careful next time.'
She blamed herself for not checking her appearance before leaving earlier.
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At Ohananomitsu High School, there are five young, single female teachers who are extremely popular among the students. They are known not only for their intelligence and dedication to teaching but also for their distinct charms.
The first is Nakano Itsuki, the Physics teacher, known for her seriousness. Although she appears strict, she is actually quite caring toward her students.
Next is Tachibana Hina, the energetic English teacher who is known for being friendly with the students.
Then there's Kirisu Mafuyu, the History teacher, famous for her cold demeanor, earning her the nickname "Ice Queen" among the students.
The fourth is Hiratsuka Shizuka, the Japanese Language teacher, known for her strictness, free-spirited nature, and her habit of smoking, which she often hides from the principal. Her white lab coat can't hide the mature and authoritative aura she exudes, though students often tease her for still being single at her age.
Lastly, there's Minagawa Akane, the Music teacher, who always wears a gentle smile and makes anyone feel at ease when talking to her. Compared to the other teachers, she has a more relaxed approach, making many male students dream of getting closer to her.
Currently, in Class 2-B...
Hiratsuka stood at the podium wearing her white lab coat over her teaching uniform, which consisted of a white shirt, black vest, and a neatly tied dark blue tie.
"I have an announcement. Our class will be getting a transfer student."
For a moment, Class 2-B fell silent before erupting into a mix of reactions.
"Huh? A transfer student at the end of the semester? Isn't that a bit late?" One student remarked in surprise.
"Wait, is it a boy or a girl?" A male student interjected with hopeful curiosity.
"If it's a girl, is she cute?"
"If it's a boy, is he handsome?" A female student shot back, sparking a wave of discussion among the others.
The excitement in the class grew as their curiosity about the mysterious newcomer intensified. However, before their chatter could grow louder, Hiratsuka shot them a sharp glare.
"Quiet!"
Her intimidating aura immediately silenced the entire class. No one dared to argue, and even the usual chatterboxes swallowed their words and sat up straight. After ensuring the room was quiet, Hiratsuka glanced toward the classroom door.
"Hayasaka, come in."
The door slid open, and a girl stepped in with confidence. Her well-maintained golden blonde hair, slightly modified uniform to make it more fashionable, and her charismatic demeanor instantly caught everyone's attention.
"Please write your name on the board and introduce yourself." Hiratsuka instructed in a flat tone.
Without hesitation, the girl picked up a piece of chalk and wrote her name in neat, slightly curvy handwriting, showcasing a unique aspect of her personality. Then, she turned to face the class and smiled faintly.
"My name is Hayasaka Ai. Nice to meet you all."
Once again, the classroom erupted into chaos.
"Hey, isn't she the girl from Shuchi'in Academy?" A male student whispered to his friend.
"Yeah, Hayasaka-san... She's the one who went to the love hotel with Rokuhara-san yesterday!" Another replied in shock.
The gazes of several students reflexively shifted to a corner of the classroom, where Ren was leaning back with one hand propping up his chin. He only glanced briefly at Hayasaka before turning his attention back to his desk, as if her arrival was nothing surprising.
The whispers grew louder. Almost everyone in the class had seen the photo circulating on the school forum—a slightly blurry image, but one that clearly showed Ren and Hayasaka entering a love hotel together. Their imaginations ran wild, forming various conspiracy theories about the relationship between the two.
"Are they dating?"
"Or maybe Hayasaka-san was forced?"
"No way! Just look at how she carries herself. She's clearly not the type to be forced."
"Then... are they just friends with benefits?"
The question had just been uttered, and before other whispers could develop further, Hayasaka calmly spoke—her words only pouring fuel on the fire.
"By the way, I belong to the guy over there. So, sorry, but I can't respond to any other guy's feelings." She said, raising her hand and pointing to the corner of the classroom, directly at Ren.
The class fell silent for a moment.
Then—
"WHAAAAAT?!"
The shock was so great that almost all the students reacted simultaneously. The male students who had been admiring Hayasaka's beauty immediately looked heartbroken. Some of them even placed their hands on their chests, as if feeling a deep emotional wound.
"What the heck?! Hayasaka-san is already taken?!"
"I didn't even get a chance to confess my feelings!"
Meanwhile, the female students were more interested in Ren and Hayasaka's relationship.
"Are they seriously dating?"
"I didn't expect Rokuhara-kun to have this kind of taste…"
"But isn't this romantic? She didn't hesitate to announce it in front of the whole class!"
On the other hand, some were skeptical.
"Could this just be a prank? Hayasaka-san is from Shuchi'in Academy, and she suddenly transferred here?"
"Could it be... she transferred because of Rokuhara?"
While the class was drowning in chaos, speculation, and hysteria, the only person who seemed unbothered was Ren himself.
At the front of the class, Hiratsuka pressed her temples in frustration.
'Another troublesome student…'
Ignoring the reactions of the other students, Hiratsuka regained her professionalism and tapped the desk to restore order.
"Alright, that's enough drama. Hayasaka, take your seat."
Hayasaka nodded and walked casually to an empty seat.
Hiratsuka picked up the chalk and began writing on the board.
"Let's start the lesson." She said firmly, cutting off any remaining whispers.
However, one thing was clear—today was going to be a very long day for everyone in Class 2-B.