[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-tokyo-you-call-this-normal-equipment":3,"chapter-tokyo-you-call-this-normal-equipment-tokyo-you-call-this-normal-equipment-chapter-608":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Tokyo: You Call This Normal Equipment?",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1952583,2739,"Chapter 608","tokyo-you-call-this-normal-equipment-chapter-608",608,"\u003Cp>Yukimura Suzune shook her head imperceptibly, while Saionji Nanase just covered her mouth and smiled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Natsume Ruri clearly didn’t believe it either, she crossed her arms and complained angrily:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even if you listen in class, you’ve fallen behind so much, just listening in class is definitely not enough!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her small face was full of “I’ve seen through you” expression:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Now our family doesn’t have money to go to cram school... since Yukimura-sister and Saionji-sister have such good grades and are willing to help, and even Fujiwara-sister said she wants to have a study session with you, why do you always refuse, brother!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Xia Xia Mujun laughed and tried to explain:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s because my grades are actually okay, and I can keep up with what’s in class...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Brother!” Ruri interrupted him directly, her cheeks bulging rounder, both angry and amused, “Stop messing around! You’ve disliked studying since you were a child, don’t I know that?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She put down her arms, put her hands on her hips, and tried to look serious:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Didn’t you promise Ruri that you would go to Todai with Ruri in the future? With you like this now, how is that possible!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Brother, promise Ruri, okay? From now on, take some time every day to study hard!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saionji Nanase, Yukimura Suzune, and Fujiwara Aoi all kept silent tacitly, leaving the “stage” completely to Natsume Ruri.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had persuaded him more than once, either directly or indirectly, but they were all blocked by Xia Xia Xia Mujun with various reasons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But they knew very well that Xia Xia Xia Mujun’s love for his sister was extraordinary, and one word from Ruri might be more useful than ten words from them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at his sister’s angry and expectant appearance, Xia Xia Xia Mujun was indeed unable to handle it, and his heart was both amused and warm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought about it and proposed a compromise plan:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ruri, look, there are not many days left before the monthly exam, even if I start studying hard now, the effect is limited, right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stretched out his index finger:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How about this, let’s make a bet. If my grades in this monthly exam are not ideal—um, if I can’t reach a ‘not bad’ standard—then from the day the monthly exam ends, I will obediently take out extracurricular time to study every day, how about that? It’s fine to let Yukimura and the others supervise me then.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Natsume Ruri blinked her big eyes and thought seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Brother’s words made sense, there were only a few days left, and cramming really had limited improvement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as long as brother was willing to take the step of “promising to study,” it was a huge victory!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mm... alright then, but you must at least reach the middle level, otherwise it counts as you losing, brother!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She finally nodded, but immediately stretched out her fair little finger, with an expression of “don’t think about fooling me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And we have to hook fingers, otherwise Ruri is afraid you’ll go back on your word!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Xia Xia Mujun couldn’t help but laugh, stretched out his little finger, and hooked it with his sister’s:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, hook fingers.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching the siblings complete the “contract,” although Yukimura Suzune felt that Xia Xia Xia Mujun was still carrying a “perfunctory” attitude, compared to the previous stubborn appearance, it had loosened up too much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At least, he gave a clear promise and condition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her long, narrow eyes narrowed slightly, and her cold voice sounded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Since we all heard it, we will also help supervise then. Xia Xia Xia Mujun, you must remember your words.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujiwara Aoi raised her hand happily:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Great! Then I can officially have a study session with Xia Xia Xia Mujun!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saionji Nanase also planned with a gentle smile:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mm, then Suzune and I can work together to formulate a suitable study plan for Aoi-chan and Xia Xia Xia Mujun.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Xia Xia Mujun looked at the three girls who had entered the “ready for battle” state, feeling a bit dumbfounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt that he was completely underestimated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, thinking that he could soon use actual monthly exam results to prove it, it seemed more effective than the current pale and powerless explanation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He swallowed the words of defense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In any case, he was sincerely grateful for their willingness to spend time tutoring Ruri.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether it was Saionji Nanase and Yukimura Suzune, who had top grades and were patient and gentle, or Fujiwara Aoi, who had ordinary grades but could always liven up the atmosphere like a little sun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He straightened his expression and thanked them seriously:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yukimura-san, Saionji-san, Fujiwara-san, thank you. I’ll trouble you to worry about Ruri’s studies later.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This solemn thank you made the three girls feel very good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fujiwara Aoi responded immediately with full energy:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Although I might not be able to teach Ruri-chan too deep knowledge, I can be responsible for bringing delicious snacks! Supplementing sugar and energy is also very important!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saionji Nanase shook her head gently:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Xia Xia Xia Mujun, you don’t have to be so polite. I have plenty of free time, and I also feel fulfilled and happy to be able to study and communicate with Ruri-chan and everyone.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yukimura Suzune habitually tucked a strand of black straight hair behind her ear, her tone still cold, but with a little less alienation:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s just ordinary academic guidance, it doesn’t take much time. And with Nanase here, we can discuss with each other, and the efficiency will be higher.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She glanced at Fujiwara Aoi and added:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“As for Aoi... letting her try to use the Feynman technique to explain the parts she understands to us can also help her consolidate the foundation and check whether my explanation is clear.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Feynman technique?” Fujiwara Aoi blinked her big eyes, looking ignorant, “What is that? It sounds so powerful!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her confused reaction amused the others present, and even the corners of Xia Xia Xia Mujun’s mouth couldn’t help but rise a bit, and the living room was filled with a relaxed and happy atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just at this time—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ding-dong.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crisp doorbell rang abruptly, interrupting the conversation in the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Xia Xia Mujun was a bit surprised, who would come at this time?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He got up and walked to the entrance, looking out through the peephole.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Standing outside the door was a beautiful middle-aged woman in a beige trench coat with an elegant temperament.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was looking down slightly, seemingly looking at her phone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Surprise flashed in Xia Xia Xia Mujun’s eyes, and he opened the door quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Aunt Miyuki? Why are you here?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kondo Miyuki outside the door looked up at the sound, and the moment she saw Xia Xia Xia Mujun, a trace of appreciation flashed in her eyes involuntarily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had only been a few days, but this boy seemed to have grown up a bit more, his features were becoming more handsome, his temperament was calm, and he was strikingly good-looking under the warm yellow light of the hallway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She tucked her hair slightly, and a kind smile bloomed on her mature and beautiful face:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I haven’t come to see you siblings for many days, and I’ve been thinking about it. I only found out you moved when I contacted Ruri-sister, so I asked for the address and came to see you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze fell gently on Xia Xia Xia Mujun’s face:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How is it, are you used to the new home? Is it convenient for Aunt to come in and sit for a while now?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course, please come in.” Xia Xia Xia Mujun stepped aside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Excuse me.” Kondo Miyuki nodded with a smile and took off her low-heeled shoes elegantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, when her gaze swept over the few girls’ shoes that were placed a bit crowdedly on the floor of the entrance, her movements paused imperceptibly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She changed into indoor slippers without changing her expression, and her gaze immediately cast toward the living room where light and faint human voices were coming from.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When she saw the three girls sitting by the low table—one with long black hair and a cold temperament, one with shoulder-length hair, gentle and quiet, and one with short hair, beautiful and full of energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The smile on Kondo Miyuki’s face remained unchanged, but her body stiffened for a moment imperceptibly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was someone who had been there, and she had also experienced the green high school era.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew very well that for a girl to be willing to come to a boy’s home when it was not necessary, it already conveyed some subtle signals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At least it meant that this girl’s impression of this boy was not bad, and she might even have considerable good feelings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was not strange for such an outstanding boy to be surrounded by one or two admirers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Xia Xia Mujun’s appearance was unquestionable, and what was even more rare was the shogi talent and calm heart he showed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kondo Miyuki had long seen that the potential of this boy in the future should not be underestimated, and it was normal for him to attract girls.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But... there were three in front of her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And all three were girls with excellent appearance and temperament, and they also looked very outstanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were sitting in the Xia family’s living room at this moment, the atmosphere was harmonious, and it was clearly not their first visit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This realization made the string in Kondo Miyuki’s heart tighten gently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Aunt Miyuki, good evening!” Natsume Ruri had already stood up and greeted her cleverly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kondo Miyuki quickly restrained the momentary loss of focus, and hung an impeccable gentle smile on her face again:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Good evening, Ruri-sister, it seems you’ve grown a bit taller again.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She said, her gaze naturally turned to the three girls at the table, smiling kindly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hello, my name is Kondo Miyuki, a friend of Xia Xia Xia Mujun’s father, and I came to see them siblings on the way today. 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