"Wow ha! Is this the sea in Tokyo? Look, there seems to be a freighter in the distance!"
"Yes, after all, there are ports all around here. If you want to go to a quiet swimming beach, you have to take the train further away!"
On a sandy beach with an azure ocean almost identical to Izu's, Miyazawa Yu was wearing only swim trunks, with a cooler bag slung diagonally across his back.
As the second-to-last day of the planned trip, they planned to take the train back to Izu tomorrow after completing the diving plan.
Correspondingly, restrictions on both drinking and public nudity would be broken the moment the diving was completed!
Thinking about it, they haven't had a public nudity drinking party for five or six days; he actually misses it a little!
"Ugh... according to the map, the shop we are looking for is just ahead. Today is a great day for diving."
Looking at the phone map, Chisa Kotegawa had a lingering smile on her face; after all, diving is her only interest.
Being able to hire the best guide for diving at a Tokyo dive site is a top-tier enjoyment that is rarely found!
Not to mention, there seems to be supporting shower and sauna service after diving. Indeed, things that are expensive have a reason for being expensive.
"Speaking of which, how was your banquet last night, Yu?"
"Well~ I wouldn't call it smooth..."
When Iori asked about his experience last night, a difficult expression appeared on Miyazawa Yu's face. He was scolded and subjected to a personality correction; many things happened, in short.
"But in the end, I got paid, and the client also gave extremely high praise!"
"Is that so? That's good. Tutoring work is tiring, and private verbal contracts can often lead to not getting paid. I've been worried about that~"
"Eh? Really, Azusa-senpai?"
His face was full of question marks. Although Miyazawa Yu had similar concerns, with the German teacher acting as a guarantor, there shouldn't generally be a problem, right?
"It can happen. Sometimes part-time jobs introduced by friends you aren't very close with can be problematic."
Ryujiro Kotobuki took over the conversation and nodded seriously. Working hard for no reward and ultimately not getting paid can be very discouraging.
So, when doing part-time work, you should find a reliable acquaintance, and even for temporary work, it's best to have a paper labor contract to sign!
In short, you will encounter many aspects of society after going to university. Acquainted seniors usually teach these pitfalls to their juniors, so they don't suffer twice.
"Speaking of which... Iori and Kohei don't seem to have part-time jobs, right?"
At this point, Azusa Hamaoka tapped her lips and looked at Iori Kitahara, smiling wickedly as she asked: "How much do you have left, Iori?"
"Ugh!"
Just thinking about having a fun drinking party after diving, Iori Kitahara's comfortable expression instantly froze, then slowly turned into a miserable face.
"About thirty thousand yen left. Kohei, how about you?"
"A little more than you, three thousand yen."
"Ha! Is your 'little more' only in the decimal point? Step back, step back, don't walk near me!"
What does three thousand yen mean? It's the kind of amount that wouldn't last you until next month even if you only ate rice balls every day.
Shocked by Kohei's poverty, Iori Kitahara backed away frantically with a look of disgust, afraid that the other person's poor-ghost aura would cling to him and ruin his luck.
"Three thousand? Kohei, what did you spend your money on!"
"There were many Rarako figures in Akihabara that I didn't have, so..."
"Ah..."
Azusa Hamaoka showed an expression of I see. Kohei would definitely not pass up Rarako. The fact that he even saved those three thousand was the result of a strong resistance to temptation.
However, they are going to Miyakojima next, and they still need money for many things; three thousand yen won't be enough!
"In that case, can Azusa-senpai's part-time job take the two of them along?"
"No problem! Leave it to me!"
Patting his chest, upholding the belief of never giving up on a club member, Shinji Tokita smiled widely and gave a thumbs-up, instantly radiating reliable light.
"Really?"
"You have a suitable job opening for us, can we really do it?"
They immediately gathered around, Iori and Kohei filled with anticipation but also skepticism about the part-time job.
After all, they knew all too well what kind of unreliable people they and the scumbags around them were. Does a job that can accept trash like Iori (Kohei) really exist?
"Of course! As long as you're a normal person with hands and feet, you can support yourself. That's what being an adult in society is about!"
"Senpai!"
Iori Kitahara and Kohei Imamura instantly revered Senpai Tokita, tears welling up in their eyes, moved beyond control.
Indeed, their previous impression of the senpais being unreliable was just a misunderstanding. Every senior in such a friendly place like the Pab Club is an angel!
"Hey! We've arrived, it's here... right?"
Just as the people behind her were goofing off, Chisa Kotegawa finally stopped walking.
However, looking at the luxurious three-story villa-like building in front of her, built on a solid wood foundation and covered with large glass panels, she wondered if she had come to the wrong place.
"Let me see... Azure Home. It should be here."
Also a little unsure, Nanaka Kotegawa took out the experience tickets and checked carefully for two seconds.
After confirming that there were no suspicious fine prints, she looked up and gave an affirmative answer.
"No, no, no, even if you say that..."
"Isn't it a bit too big? Diving is a niche hobby, and maintaining such a luxurious venue must cost a lot of money, right?"
Roughly estimating the maintenance cost of the building in front of him, Miyazawa Yu arrived at a significant number.
If his calculation was correct, this place would need at least five times the customer flow of Grand Blue to sustain the operating expenses solely on revenue.
"Hello! Excuse me, is anyone here?"
"Of course, how may I help you, customer?"
Regardless of whether they were in the wrong place or not, they should go in and check since they were here.
The moment Miyazawa Yu pulled open the glass door, a refreshing cool breeze instantly poured out. This immediately boosted the group's goodwill towards the shop by 100% after walking under the sun for half the day!
"We have diving experience tickets. Nine people booked three days ago."
"One moment, let me check..."
Nine people and a trial dive with experience tickets. In fact, the front desk lady had already proactively pulled up the registration page the moment Miyazawa Yu and the others walked in.
After confirming the experience tickets were valid, she smiled, leaned forward slightly, and raised her hand toward the waiting area next to the counter.
"No problem! Please wait for a moment, customers. Our reserved guide is ready and will take you diving soon."
"Whoa, we didn't go to the wrong place?"
Secretly clicking his tongue, Iori Kitahara looked at the exceptionally modern decor of the dive shop and felt a little disoriented.
Having already adapted to Grand Blue's rough, ocean-themed decorations, seeing this minimalist, business style now made him feel like something was missing.
And...
Slumping onto the sofa, the contact of the cold leather with his skin brought amazing comfort.
Miyazawa Yu was just about to close his eyes and enjoy the long-awaited air conditioning, but Iori Kitahara's voice mercilessly interrupted his enjoyment.
"Yu! Yu! Look there!"
"Hmm? What is it? Isn't that just a normal diving promotional display screen?"
Reluctantly opening his eyes, Miyazawa Yu followed Iori finger and saw a few electronic display screens hanging on the wall opposite the rest area.
The scrolling images were nothing more than underwater scenery, customer photos, and the like.
It's a common way for dive shops to attract customers; what's the big deal?
"Who told you to look at the screen! Above it! Look at the promotional poster above it!"
"Promotional poster?"
Opening his eyes completely, looking over Azusa Hamaoka purple short hair, Miyazawa Yu finally saw the massive promotional poster Iori was talking about.
However, the next second, a giant question mark rose above his head.
The content of the poster was clearly a scene of him intimately interacting with a hammerhead shark, and with the custom filter, it had the visual presence of a Hollywood blockbuster!
"Oh my God, my portrait rights are being infringed!"
His pupils shook with shock. Miyazawa Yu's hands and feet trembled with anger, as if he had just discovered evil in this world for the first time!
"I thought I only authorized this photo to SILVERMAN GYM for their promotions. Is this shop this blatant!"
"Hmm? What photo? It's true!"
Still chatting and laughing with Nanaka Kotegawa, Azusa Hamaoka looked up and saw that the boys sitting opposite her were all looking angrily at the poster above her head.
Confused, she turned around and also saw the promotional poster.
"What should we do, Yu? This is serious infringement of portrait rights, isn't it?"
"Mhm..."
Facing Aina's serious question, Miyazawa Yu immediately frowned and adopted Gendo Ikari's pose, sinking into contemplation. A few seconds later, a flash of insight instantly crossed his eyes.
"It's simple. First, use the experience tickets, and then make trouble for the shop, that's how it is!"
"Uh... should we use the tickets first?"
Aina Yoshiwara, who was originally righteously indignant and about to ask the front desk for clarification, was instantly speechless at Miyazawa Yu's solution.
Despite his portrait rights being infringed, this guy Yu is still thinking about the free experience tickets.
One can only say that he is truly a scumbag, he has completely mastered the principle that you lose out if you don't take advantage!
"Isn't that obvious! If we make trouble first, our experience tickets will definitely be voided. One thing at a time!"
"A fine example of one thing at a time! What kind of resolution are you looking for?"
"Of course, to remove the promotion, and settle it with money..."
His voice slowly weakened. Miyazawa Yu suddenly realized that the voice just now was familiar, but only formerly familiar...
"Gulp..."
Everyone's gaze was fixed on the area behind him again. He stiffly turned his head and saw a middle-aged man in a suit, as burly as a bear, standing ramrod straight there.
"Ahaha, good day, old man~"
"I don't have a son who hasn't called home once in months!"