But now, that was different.
This was one of the major Libraries in Japan today, and its value was naturally self-evident.
To be nominated for an award from such a major Library, it was clear that Kobayashi Itsuki's skill level was far beyond just a mere hobby.
A man who was kind, romantic, humorous, wealthy, and talented and he was her peer.
For Matsuzaka Ume, this was simply a gift from the heavens!
Thinking of this, Matsuzaka Ume's gaze grew even more fervent.
Initiative was something she never lacked; all she needed was the right opportunity and target.
If she could successfully capture Kobayashi Itsuki, that would be... The thought that she might even become the wife of a contemporary literary giant made Matsuzaka Ume feel excited.
"Let's not talk about this right now. We need to hurry out; the children are still waiting."
Yoshinaga Midori said, glancing toward the office door.
The children outside were waiting for them in the yard.
The three quickly ran out, but Matsuzaka Ume immediately turned around and came back.
"Um... Teacher Kobayashi, are you free this weekend?"
"The weekend?"
Kobayashi Itsuki looked at Matsuzaka Ume, wondering what she wanted to do. Did she want to ask him out?
However, he wasn't exactly free.
"If it's Sunday, I should have time. What is it, Teacher Matsuzaka?"
On Saturday, he planned to visit the flea market to convert some of the items he possessed into cash.
"Ahem, there's a new movie out recently that seems pretty good. I wonder if Teacher Kobayashi is interested?"
Sure enough.
Just as Kobayashi Itsuki had expected, Matsuzaka Ume wanted to ask him out.
"A movie? Since it's an invitation from Teacher Matsuzaka, of course I'll go."
Kobayashi Itsuki chuckled and readily agreed.
"Then, where should we meet on Sunday?"
Hearing Kobayashi Itsuki agree, a faint blush uncontrollably rose on Matsuzaka Ume's face, and she spoke with a hint of shyness.
"Let's meet right outside the Kindergarten entrance. Afternoon or morning..."
"Morning!"
"Ten o'clock in the morning!"
Matsuzaka Ume quickly said.
If they went in the afternoon, there wouldn't be much time left after the movie.
The morning offered more time to show off herself.
Matsuzaka Ume decided that even if she didn't manage to capture Kobayashi Itsuki immediately, she absolutely had to show her best side tomorrow.
"A movie this early?"
Kobayashi Itsuki raised an eyebrow and said with a smile.
"Actually, we could also grab a meal first..."
Matsuzaka Ume felt that her little scheme had been seen through, and feeling embarrassed, she ran off without looking back.
Watching Matsuzaka Ume's retreating figure, Kobayashi Itsuki chuckled softly.
The original work was the original work, but he had to admit that Matsuzaka Ume was quite cute in real life.
During lunchtime, Kobayashi Itsuki was preparing to head to the Sunflower Class.
Now, eating lunch every day felt like an emperor visiting his harem.
Not only did he have to spread his favor evenly, but he also couldn't show favoritism.
Going class by class, today was finally the turn of the Sunflower Class.
Carrying his rice bowl, Kobayashi Itsuki casually prepared to head toward the Sunflower Class.
However, halfway there, he was stopped by Takakura Bunta.
"Teacher Kobayashi, I heard from Teacher Yoshinaga and the others. Congratulations!"
Seeing Kobayashi Itsuki, Takakura Bunta smiled and said to him.
"You flatter me, Principal. It's just a small hobby."
Kobayashi Itsuki said with a cheerful laugh, though his attention was focused entirely on his system panel.
Skip the polite congratulations; give me something substantial.
Doesn't a multi-talented star teacher like me deserve a little increase in favorability?
Just as Kobayashi Itsuki was thinking this, Takakura Bunta stepped forward, patted his shoulder, and looked at him approvingly.
"Teacher Kobayashi..."
Just as Takakura Bunta's voice sounded, the system notification also rang out.
Kobayashi Itsuki paid little attention to Takakura Bunta's words, instead looking at the system prompt, joy rising in his heart.
Sure enough, his guess was correct.
Compared to long-time employees like Yoshinaga Midori, he really needed to be more outstanding to gain a green treasure chest from Takakura Bunta, as he simply didn't spend as much time with them as Yoshinaga Midori did.
"Then it's settled. I look forward to your future performance, Teacher Kobayashi!"
Takakura Bunta said, then turned and left, leaving Kobayashi Itsuki standing there, slightly puzzled.
'What was he just saying?'
His attention had been completely focused on the system prompt just now, so he hadn't really noticed anything.
But none of that mattered anymore.
Kobayashi Itsuki took his bowl to the Sunflower Class, served himself a full bowl of rice, and sat down next to Yoshinaga Midori.
"Teacher Kobayashi, Teacher Kobayashi, are you going to perform magic today too?"
Seeing Kobayashi Itsuki, the children in the class were exceptionally enthusiastic.
Masao raised his hand, looking at Kobayashi Itsuki expectantly.
"I can, but it will be a little later. I need to talk to Teacher Yoshinaga about something."
Kobayashi Itsuki did not refuse this small request; after all, if possible, getting a blue treasure chest would naturally be the best outcome.
"Teacher Kobayashi, what is it?"
Yoshinaga Midori, holding a spoon, turned her head and asked in confusion.
"It's like this, Teacher Yoshinaga, do you know about the flea market?"
Kobayashi Itsuki wanted to go to the flea market to dispose of some things he didn't need.
However, his original body had never been to a place like that, so naturally, he knew nothing about it.
So, even if Kobayashi Itsuki wanted to go, he wouldn't know how to participate, he could only ask someone about the situation.
"flea market?"
"Oh, I know about it, but it's limited to our area around Futaba Town, because flea markets are mainly small bazaars spontaneously formed by people living in the surrounding areas, so they vary from place to place."
"I've even sold some idle items and old books at the flea market before."
"Really? Teacher Yoshinaga, can you tell me where it is and what the conditions are? I also have some idle things that I want to deal with this weekend."
"This weekend?"
"Yes, Saturday."
"Isn't that tomorrow?"
Yoshinaga Midori thought for a moment, "How about this, I don't have anything planned for Saturday anyway, I'll take Teacher Kobayashi there."
"That would be too much trouble for you, Teacher Yoshinaga."
Today was already Friday, and the weekend was for rest, so bothering someone to take him somewhere seemed a bit much.
"It's fine, I was planning to go shopping anyway. If you really want to thank me, when you become a great writer in the future, just give me lots of autographs so I can sell them for a good price!"
Yoshinaga Midori joked with Kobayashi Itsuki, winking playfully.
"If I really become famous, that's absolutely no problem."
"Teachers, if you don't eat now, your food will get cold."
Kazama raised his hand at this point, expressing his concern to the two.
"Alright, alright, we know, Teacher will finish eating right away, and won't forget the magic trick we promised you."
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