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After listening for almost an hour, the professor's lecture finally ended. Just like the teacher seminar in the morning, Kitahara Hakuba felt that he hadn't absorbed anything.
Of course, he was too lazy to listen in the morning, and in the afternoon, he was distracted by what Eri said and lost interest in listening.
After bowing and leaving the classroom, he walked downstairs.
Nagase and Saito's majors were still in session, and the two of them were completely absorbed and listening very attentively.
Kitahara Hakuba rubbed his temples in annoyance, glancing at Kanzaki Eri beside him out of the corner of his eye.
What should I do?
I stood at the door for a while, and then the lecture inside ended.
The two walked out of the classroom one after the other, heading straight towards Kitahara Hakuba.
Curiosity and joy shone in Nagase Tsukiyo's eyes, and a satisfied smile appeared on her face as she said:
"Teacher Kitahara, this place is wonderful! I really look forward to studying here!"
Unlike Nagase Tsukiyo's delight in new knowledge and new environment, Saito Harukori frowned slightly and glared at Kanzaki Eri, saying:
"Eri, why are you going to see Kitahara-sensei again? What's the point of coming here if you're not attending the class?"
Eri Kanzaki clenched her small hand, and the chocolate wrapper in her palm jingled softly.
"These things are not important."
Upon hearing her words, Saito Haruka's right eye twitched:
"What utterly shameless talk! Didn't Teacher Kitahara bring you here so you could experience this? And what have you been doing? Is this what you call happiness?"
Nagase Tsukiyo's expression changed, and she raised her eyebrows, saying, "Harutori, don't say such things."
Saito Haruka crossed one arm over her shoulder and then turned her face away, her profile appearing exceptionally alluring in the light.
“Teacher Kitahara, there’s a student performance at the concert hall. Shall we go listen together?” Nagase Tsukiyo gracefully tucked a strand of hair behind her ear with her slender fingers.
"kindness."
Kitahara Hakuba finally realized that there might have been a conversation between Zuru between Kanzaki Eri and Saito Haruki.
The secret that belonged solely to him and the girl no longer exists.
But what about Nagase Tsukiyo? Does she know anything?
But her politeness was like a finely crafted porcelain piece; in front of me, her words were always gentle and appropriate.
This makes it even harder for Kitahara Hakuba to fathom her true emotions, and this politeness becomes a means for the girl to adorn herself in front of him.
Inside the concert hall, a piano and a huge pipe organ stand quietly above the stage, as if waiting for the notes in their arms to be awakened.
"Is it that person?"
"That should be right, I remember him very clearly from the TV! The most handsome command advisor!"
"That's ridiculous! He'd actually be even more handsome in real life?"
Although it was held in a university concert hall, many of the attendees were senior high school students who wanted to get into the Tokyo Conservatory of Music, and most of them were members of vocal clubs such as the wind instrument club and the choir.
Kitahara Hakuba was somewhat surprised that, despite the brass band not having won the national championship yet, he would still be recognized here.
"I heard he graduated from Sapporo University with a degree in music education, and he's still a recent graduate," one girl continued to explain to her friend.
"Music education at Sapporo University?"
"Yes, she's quite different from Dongyin University and Osaka University." She sighed regretfully.
"Really? A Sapporo University graduate can lead a brass band to tour the whole country?"
"Don't tell me you don't believe it, I don't believe it either," the girl whispered. "I think it's because their class has a very good student body that they're so good."
They spoke louder and louder, and the three girls who sat down with Kitahara Hakuba looked displeased, but they did not have the style of Ame-no-Kami and did not make any forceful defenses.
Amidst the whispers among the girls, a deep voice rang out:
"Mr. Kitahara's teaching ability is first-rate among the people I know. As a music scholar, you need to maintain a respectful attitude. Suspicion and jealousy will not lead to progress."
"Uh-oh—" The girls quickly shut their mouths and stopped talking.
Kitahara Hakuba looked at the approaching man, a look of surprise and delight appearing on his face:
"Mr. Otaki!"
Approaching them was Ōtaki Chikao; Kitahara Hakuba hadn't seen him since the All-Kei Tournament ended.
Why am I more excited than if I met someone from my hometown when we're not even from the same place?
“Teacher Kitahara, I didn’t expect to meet you here.” Otaki Chikao said with a smile.
“Yes, I’m here with a few students for a visit,” Kitahara Hakuba said.
"Oh one"
Otaki Chikao's gaze fell on the three of them, but his expression showed no surprise.
"I think it shouldn't be too difficult. You're welcome."
"Did Professor Otaki also graduate from Tokyo University of Music?"
"Yes, today happens to be a visiting day, and we agreed that I would come over to take charge."
Otaki Chikao's face showed an embarrassed expression.
"In fact, I've had fewer things to do since I lost to the Shenxu Wind Ensemble at the All-Round Tournament, so I have more time to come over."
Kitahara Hakuba couldn't say anything about it, so he changed the subject:
"By the way, thank you so much for purchasing the CDs for the Shenxu Wind Ensemble."
"What I said I would do, I will do. I also hope that more people can hear the performance of the Shenxu Wind Ensemble."
Ōtaki Chikao waved his hand, glanced back at the students who had already begun to go on stage to prepare for their performance, and smiled.
"How about we take this opportunity and have Mr. Kitahara help direct?"
Chapter 246, page 245: I've thought about almost all the sad things in my life.
Faced with Ōtaki Chikao's invitation, Kitahara Hakuba somewhat understood his meaning.
This person is willing to give up this stage to teach those who criticize him behind his back a lesson.
Just as Ōtaki Chikao looked down on him back then, I hope these people can also open their eyes and realize that this person did not become famous nationwide by relying on his students.
Kitahara Hakuba thanked him and said:
"Thank you, Mr. Otaki, but I don't have any thoughts on that right now."
Unlike his trumpet and piano performances in the Shinwook Wind Ensemble at the time, he was very happy to showcase his charm.
Because for some time to come, he needed to work hand in hand with the girls in the brass band, give them confidence to move forward, and establish his own prestige, which became Kitahara Hakuba's top priority at the time.
But it's different here. He doesn't need to work hand in hand with the girls who question him, nor does he need their approval.
Here, the only thing he needs to cherish are the three girls from the brass band beside him.
The three of them already knew how terrifying Kitahara Hakuba's strength was, and commanding him was no challenge for him at all.
A hint of disappointment appeared on Ōtaki Chikao's face, making it difficult to guess whether he wanted to see it or was thinking of Kitahara Hakuba.
"Alright, are you going back later? How about we have dinner together sometime?" Otaki Chikao asked.
His attitude had really changed a lot, Kitahara Hakuba said humbly:
"Thank you for the invitation, but we may not have much free time."
"I see," Ōtaki Chikao sighed softly, raised his hand and patted him on the shoulder, saying, "Good luck."
"kindness."
"Nase-san, Saito-san, Kanzaki-san, good luck!"
"Thank you, Mr. Otaki." The two girls bowed in gratitude.
Only Kanzaki Eri remained silent. However, Ōtaki Chikao already knew that this girl was not talkative during his time teaching Kamiya Asahi, and her attendance at the university's open day was already beyond his expectations.
"I feel that Mr. Otaki has changed a lot." Nagase Tsukiyo said softly, watching Otaki Chikao's back.
Even though Kitahara Hakuba was a seat away from her, he could still hear her clearly.
“He has become much more humble.” Saito Haruka pulled down the hem of her skirt, but it still couldn’t cover her cherry-colored knees.
Nagase Tsukiyo smiled faintly and said:
"Qingniao is so quiet today. He used to talk a lot with me."
A flicker of panic crossed Saito Harutori's eyes. She gripped her wrist tightly and quickly explained to Kitahara Hakuba beside her:
"No, I didn't say anything to Mr. Otaki because I was the vice-president at the time, and I was responsible for all communication between the various sections. It was all internal departmental work."
Saito Haruka just wanted him to understand that her unease stemmed from caring too much about his opinion.
Seeing that Kitahara-sensei did not reply, Nagase Tsukiyo continued:
Why doesn't Kitahara-sensei want to go on stage?
“There’s no need.” Kitahara Hakuba didn’t want to delve into the reasons with Nagase.
After a moment of silence, Nagase Tsukiyo picked up a strand of hair from one side and said with a serene smile:
"It really does have your style, Kitahara-sensei."
Are you saying I'm inflexible?
Nagase Tsukiyo shook her head, fiddling with her fingers as she spoke:
"I feel that Kitahara-sensei never wavers or hesitates."
Kitahara Hakuba couldn't help but chuckle awkwardly; he didn't believe he was as indecisive as she claimed.
Rather, it was precisely because of his wavering and hesitation that his relationship with the brass band girls had become what it is today.
While teaching the brass band, dealing with the relationships with these girls was much more difficult than Kitahara Hakuba had imagined.
Even many things seemed beyond their control, but this sense of helplessness secretly transformed into tenderness towards her. (Fox Love Literature, First Release)
Before this, Kitahara Hakuma supported his vocational education career by "not giving up on any girl," but now, this has become an ambiguous shackle that binds his emotions.