40 Nice Guy (1/2)

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”I plan on making my own company and according to the law, I can't do much without an adult signing for me” He made up an excuse Mei could accept. What he needed right now was her cooperation so he didn't reveal all of his plans just yet.

”Then why don't you tell Kyouko about it? She can easily set up a subsidiary company just for you” Mei was curious, since this talk was about business then it was something she can help him with.

”It's because of that reason that I want to keep this from her. I want to build a company of my own and give it to the Kouzuki corporation once it has grown strong enough to be an addition that can tip the scales against the Kurogane conglomerate” Mei instantly understood his intentions. She couldn't help but think how much of a monster Kyouko raised. A six-year-old with an ambition to overthrow one of the biggest companies in the country. She found this notion quite enticing.

”How are you going to fund it without Kyouko noticing?” her drowsiness evaporated and full attention was now on Kazuya's every word. The thought of establishing a secret company was indeed exciting but reality was not that kind. She wanted to hear every detail of his plan and help him with her expertise.

”The funds will come soon. I just wanted to ask for big sis' help before I make a move. I won't be able to do anything unless you agree to help”

”I can help but I want to know things like; how you are going to establish it? What kind of company is it? How are you going to get employees? Those kinds of things. My Kazu may be a genius but he is still six years old” Mei really didn't want to say it but it was to make him understand that this was not a game.

”The less you know for now the better big sis. It's not anything bad and since you will be handling some of the paperwork, you will get a few answers from them. I am still in the planning phase and still studying everything I can so talking about the details right now is a bit difficult” Kazuya tried to calm down her curiosity. He knew that he had lit a fire in Mei since this was her playing field but he had to do this himself or Kyouko will have suspicions.

”Okay… but I'm not going to help you if you don't answer even the most basic of questions. The real world is tough but the business world is even more merciless so let your big sis do her responsibility and let me protect you a little okay?” she was not looking down on him at all, she knew how capable he was and wanted him have as little obstacles as possible.

”Thanks big sis. It's already pretty late and you still have a big day later” Kazuya snuggled up to her and closed his eyes. He put his body in rest mode and began circulating mana for both himself and Mei.

Because of her habit of sticking close to him, Mei had the most progress when it came to her affinity with mana. Kazuya's realized both Mei and Kyouko's natural affinity with mana were a lot better compared to normal people like Miyamoto or Fujiyama. The two were indeed a cut above the rest and knowing that as their constitutions' development will be beneficial for their wellbeing made him want to double his efforts.

Kazuya's ring appeared in his finger to include itself in the circulation. He looked at it and was relieved. This companion of his looked to be in a better state with it's luster back. Maintaining it still required some effort but it was good training for mana control. Because of it, Kazuya's mastery over mana would make his actual skills more precise and he could get a better estimation of his enemies' strength.

The weekend quickly passed by. It was now preparations for exam season at the school. A smiling boy walked through the gates and felt glad that he was back. He took out a piece of paper in his pocket and checked the classes he was going to attend. Most of them were in the second grade's class 2-B. He entered the school and all those who noticed the illustrious S class pin on his chest.

”I'm back!” he declared as he entered 2B's classroom. His eyes locked into a specific seat and found that a stranger getting surrounded by some of their classmates happily talking.

”Hmm?” Kazuya noticed the boy coming straight for him. His classmates were congratulating him for winning the kendo tournament. They made way as soon as they noticed the new arrival and unlike Kazuya, they knew what he was here for.

”I haven't seen you here before. Are you a transfer student?” he was a little surprised that the boy didn't show any reaction to the pin on his chest even though he already noticed it.

”I am” he was curious as to what this person wanted. Seeing the students' reactions, he was glad that he didn't opt to go to the S class.

”Do you know that that seat belongs to someone else?” It was clear to everyone that he came here for Tomoyo. Kazuya understood this after hearing this question.

”I was asked to sit here when I was introduced to this class. I'll be glad to move to one of the empty seats in the back if you can take the responsibility of explaining why to all those related” Kazuya smiled. This was a good opportunity to free himself from being stared at from time to time.

”Oh? You're quite the reasonable and nice guy. Don't worry, I'll tell the teachers that it was me who told you to move. The real owner of this seat should be returning today now that the tournament is over” he said as Kazuya moved his things and sat beside another classmate in one of the seats at the back.

He asked about the boy who came for Tomoyo. He was named Aoki Takaya, a member of one of the most prestigious families who have deep roots in theatre. He came to attend a few classes earlier his year and was fascinated by Tomoyo's 'unique' demeanor. He claimed that he wanted to make her a model for the role he found very challenging so he kept hanging around her.

”I see… thank you for your explanation” he thanked his classmate and took out a book he borrowed from the library. He was finally free from the commotion and went back to studying. Kazuya already finished most of the old books in Kyouko's study so he decided to make good use of the school and its resources.

”Shiroyuki-san!” Takaya immediately spotted the Tomoyo as she entered the room and called out to her.

”?” She looked at the boy who was sitting in her seat. He looked familiar and couldn't quite remember who he was. She thought that he was a classmate so she entered the classroom anyway.

*stare* she kept looking at the boy since he didn't move from her seat. She didn't notice Kazuya sitting at the back trying to hide himself with the book he was reading.