Chapter 38
Mineo began replying to the messages one by one.
"Erina, I should have time tomorrow afternoon. Dining together is no problem. Will you be picking me up, or should I make my own way there?"
Mineo assumed Erina would have been asleep, but it turned out she was right there, waiting by her phone.
"I will come with a driver to pick you up tomorrow afternoon, Mineo-kun! Is 2:00 PM sharp alright?"
"2:00 PM? Isn't that a bit early?"
"My Grandfather plans to invite Mineo-kun for afternoon tea first to discuss a few matters. If Mineo-kun is busy, you can come later."
"No need for that, 2:00 PM is fine. I'll be ready early."
"Understood, Mineo-kun. I'm going to sleep now. See you tomorrow."
"Goodnight, Young Lady."
"Goodnight, Mineo-kun."
After that, Mineo replied to Honoka's message:
"Honoka-chan, it sounds like you've made your decision. In that case, work hard to achieve your goal."
"Let me know if you run into any trouble; I'll help you figure out a way through it."
A few seconds later, Honoka replied:
"Thank you, Brother Mineo! Don't worry, I'll do my best! I've already talked to Umi and Kotori. With their help, I'm sure I can create the best School Idol group ever!"
"Umi-chan, the suggestion regarding the School Idol group did indeed come from me. However, the final decision was always Honoka's to make."
"But Mineo-kun... an idol group like that... it's... it's so embarrassing... I... I really can't accept it..."
"To achieve what you want in this world, certain sacrifices are necessary. Besides, I don't think being in an idol group is embarrassing at all. Umi-chan, you just lack the courage to break through your own limits. You are an incredible girl, and I believe you can do it."
"I... I see..."
"Alright, get some rest, Umi-chan. Just follow your heart. The future will bring you exactly what you strive for."
"Goodnight, Umi-chan."
"Night, Mineo-kun."
Finally, Mineo replied to Kotori's message.
"I just finished up with work and haven't rested yet. What's up, Kotori-chan?"
"Brother Mineo, Honoka said she wants to start a school idol group! She said it was your suggestion... Do you really think this can help save the school from the crisis?"
"If your idol group is successful, it will definitely help bring in new students. Success in resolving the school's crisis depends on how much of an influence you can create in the area."
"I understand, Brother Mineo. Since Honoka has decided, I'll stay by her side and fight together."
"I believe you all will succeed. Kotori, Umi, and Honoka are all so adorable; it's impossible for you not to become popular."
Minami Kotori's face flushed a deep crimson as she read the compliment from Mineo on her phone screen.
Her long, silk-like brown hair brushed against her fair skin. Clad in her pajamas, Kotori gently bit her lip. Before she could type a reply, another message from Mineo arrived.
"Kotori-chan, regarding the school idol group, just give it your best effort. There's one more thing I wanted to say."
"In the near future, I'll find some time to visit you. And there is something I want to give you... you can think of it as... a gift..."
Kotori's heart rate spiked as she read the text.
Brother Mineo was coming to see her in person?
And he was bringing a gift?
Kotori couldn't help but wonder what it could be. She began to imagine Mineo's face, wondering if he would truly find her adorable when they met. She even started thinking about what kind of return gift she should prepare for him.
Her face grew even redder at the direction of her own thoughts.
Mineo sent one final message.
"It's late, Kotori-chan, please get some rest. I'll give you a big surprise later. Just look forward to it."
"Goodnight... Kotori-chan!"
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