NOVEL WEB Chapter 257: A Man's Dream!_2
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"Hiss... what a terrifying move!"
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The club activities building is located behind the school's central courtyard.
Walking to the courtyard, one can hear the soft and melodious sounds of instruments coming from the activities building.
Sports clubs are all training on the field or their specialized training grounds at this time, with the soccer club on the soccer field, basketball club in the indoor gymnasium, and volleyball, swimming, baseball, each having their own venues.
The clubs remaining in the activities building are more arts and literature oriented, like the Light Music Club, Literature Club, Astronomy Club, and so on....
Of course, what Haruka Yuzan was most curious about was the COS Club located in room 102 on the second floor! That's right, the department that was just established this year at Kanagawa High School! A special place for those pretty girls who love the two-dimensional world to cosplay!!
Unfortunately, that's not where he was headed today.
Watching the staircase growing distant, Haruka Yuzan's excited heart also faded, and his whole demeanor became somewhat sullen:
"Ah, my dream is right next door, yet I'm powerless to reach it, damn it!!"
"Sleazy." Chiba Shimizu didn't even look up at him before quickly delivering her judgment.
"Huh???"
Haruka Yuzan felt somewhat indignant, "Chiba-san, I was lamenting my dreams, how can you describe it as sleazy?"
In response to the young man's challenge, Chiba Shimizu ran her fingers through her hair that fell by her ears and said dismissively, "Isn't your dream the COS Club on the second floor?"
Haruka Yuzan's eyes widened in disbelief as he looked at the beautiful girl next to him.
"That's rather simplistic, Classmate Haruka."
Chiba Shimizu continued to add, a deep contempt seething in her eyes like limpid autumn waters.
"Cough cough, that's every boy's dream."
Haruka Yuzan coughed twice, trying to salvage his image.
"So, would you like me to cosplay for you?"
"Really, can you? Chiba-san."
"No."
"That's not fair, you just suggested it."
"I didn't agree to it."
"I think Chiba-san would be best suited as Yukinoshita-san, hmm... but it seems your chest is quite a bit larger than hers... However, your demeanor and gaze are a perfect match, absolutely perfect, that look you give to the riffraff!"
"It's just so spot on...."
"Haruka Yuzan..."
"Hm?"
"Dreams will end, don't keep dreaming...."
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You have to cross through the activities building to get to Kanagawa High School's Archery Club dojo.
As a department that once had its moment of glory, the school had especially set aside an area for the construction of the dojo.
Sunlight filters through the ancient cedar roof, landing on the finely polished bamboo arrows and target centers, while all around the field the verdant rice paddies sway gently in the breeze, as if whispering of ancient traditions and history.
The archers, clad in kimonos, stand tall and poised; their eyes are focused and resolute, as if at that moment, time stands still, leaving only the taut bowstrings and racing arrows.
The sound of arrows slicing through the air is crisp and pleasant to the ear, mingling with the distant birdsong and the rustling of the wind through the rice paddies to create a beautiful and harmonious tapestry.
Here, tradition merges with modernity, skill dances with spirit, letting one appreciate the unique charm and profound depth of Japanese archery culture.
When Haruka Yuzan first stepped into this place, the soul of a master archer seemed to be burning passionately within him!!
Familiar feelings, familiar scents! He's back!!
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Chiba Shimizu frowned and lightly poked his side with her arm, the girl somewhat discontentedly said, "Don't freak out here."
"Ah? Cough cough."
Haruka Yuzan too retracted the ardor and impulse he just had, if he let the class president embarrass herself here, he would be teased about it endlessly afterwards.
The girls dressed in archery attire also noticed the two people at the door. As the school's popular stars, the appearance of Haruka Yuzan and Chiba Shimizu sparked discussions among them.
However, no one dared to approach them for a chat. Had it been only Haruka Yuzan, undoubtedly, there would have been numerous bold girls coming over to greet and inquire.
But... the delicate figure standing next to him was hard to overlook...
Haruka Yuzan looked around, nothing but Island Country Cherry Blossom Sisters as far as the eye could see, each with a high ponytail, dressed in kimono-styled archery outfits, fully highlighting their demure, delicate charm.
Although he was mentally prepared, the sight of a room full of beautiful girls still came as a shock...
"Hello, everyone!"
Handling greetings and diplomacy was always Haruka Yuzan's responsibility. With his handsome, sunny appearance and his tall, clean-cut figure, he just needed to smile a bit, not even having to lock eyes and use his "charm" to fully showcase his off-the-charts charisma.
His demeanor was versatile, with a sword, he was a battle-hardened knight; with a book, he transformed into a learned scholar; now, standing in the archery dojo, he seemed like a master archer who never missed!
"You, hello, Classmate Haruka, I'm Ito Kikuko. Is there something I can help you with?"
Just then, a high ponytailed, pretty-faced girl emerged from the crowd, blinked her big eyes, and asked with curiosity.
Just as Haruka Yuzan was about to speak, the door opposite them swung open, and Mizutani Nozomi, also dressed in a kimono, came out from inside.
Her skirt fluttered gently in the wind, the white fabric embroidered with exquisite patterns, made of high-quality brocade and adorned with light pink and green.
She walked out gracefully like a geisha, yet with an added sense of efficiency and freshness.
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"Ah! Haruka, Shimizu, you're here!"
Mizutani Nozomi slowly approached, took Chiba Shimizu's arm, and explained to the group of archery girls, "I forgot to tell you, starting from tomorrow, Chiba Student and Classmate Haruka will also be joining the Archery Club!!"
No sooner had she finished speaking than the group of kimono-clad beauties burst into a fervent discussion, overwhelmingly pleased with Haruka Yuzan's joining!!
Although they knew he had a girlfriend, the prospect of working with such a handsome guy was enough to make their own friends green with envy!!
"Hello, everyone, let's work hard together from now on!"
Haruka Yuzan said with a smile, while Chiba Shimizu also said faintly, "Hello, everyone."
"Wel, welcome, Classmate Haruka, Chiba Student!"
Ito Kikuko approached, her eyes brimming with irrepressible joy.
"This is your senior in the second year, and also the Captain of the Archery Club, Ito Kikuko!"
Mizutani Nozomi introduced them.
"Ito Senior, I'll be in your care," Haruka Yuzan said with a smile.
"No, it should be us, entrusting the Archery Club to you, Classmate Haruka," Ito Kikuko said with a serious face, "Teacher Mizutani mentioned to me that your archery skills are impressive, I never thought we'd actually succeed in recruiting you..."
"Not at all, I'm here to learn as well," Haruka Yuzan said modestly.
"Too much modesty isn't a good thing, you know!" Mizutani Nozomi playfully poked at Haruka Yuzan's side.
Even though she had not seen it with her own eyes, she believed what Aunt Otome had said.
Chiba Shimizu wasn't surprised; from what she had come to know over time, Haruka Yuzan, the scoundrel, may act immature in front of them, but when it came to outsiders, he always wanted to show his mature and composed side.
If the one asking had been herself or anyone from the villa, that boy would have undoubtedly started bragging about himself.
Without drafting a single word first.
"But, Teacher Mizutani said your archery skills are better than all of ours..." Ito Kikuko raised her head again, her gaze firm and full of fighting spirit!
"So, please, have a match with me, Classmate Haruka!!"
She said, then gave Haruka Yuzan a deep bow!