Chapter 962: Could it be that all three of you did it?

Before returning to the Shogi Society, Araki Yuai hurriedly stepped forward and grabbed the arm of Natsume Chikage, who was just about to turn and leave, reminding him for fear he might forget.

"By the way, Natsume-kun, don't forget about eating together after school."

Natsume Chikage nodded, responding with a firm tone.

"Of course not."

He thought about his schedule for the day and added.

"But I might not be free that early after school today; it'll probably be around 4 o'clock before I finish. Is that time okay?"

Hearing this, Araki Yuai shrugged indifferently and let go of his arm.

"Sure, no problem."

She pointed to herself and Yasui Ryouto, who was still tidying up the chessboard nearby.

"We have club activities to attend anyway, so we won't be finishing that early either."

"Then it's a date, around 4 o'clock, at the school gate?"

"Mm, see you at the school gate."

Afternoon.

The crisp and loud ringing of the school bell broke the tranquility of the campus.

Students who had long been unable to contain themselves immediately let out a small cheer. The classroom was instantly filled with the rustling of desks and chairs being moved, books being closed, and school bags being packed, along with chatter and laughter. Everyone was incredibly happy, preparing to welcome their free time after school.

Physics teacher Shi Tianxin also finished tidying up the teaching materials and lesson plans on the podium, tucking them under his arm.

He didn't rush out of the classroom like the other teachers; instead, he paced over to the seats of Natsume Chikage, Xiyuanji Qilai, and Xuecun Lingyin.

He pushed up the glasses on the bridge of his nose, a gentle smile on his face, and asked.

"By the way, Natsume-kun, didn't I give you that information about one of the school's 'Seven Wonders' earlier?"

His gaze shifted between the three of them.

"How is your investigation progressing? Have you solved it yet?"

Hearing this.

Natsume Chikage shook his head with an embarrassed smile.

"This… I'm afraid you'll have to ask the two of them."

"I've had a lot of other things going on these past few days, so I haven't really had time to participate in the investigation at the Collection Force."

Shi Tianxin was taken aback, clearly not expecting this answer.

He turned his head to look at Xuecun Lingyin and Xiyuanji Qilai, who were standing side by side, his eyes filled with inquiry.

Hearing this, Xiyuanji Qilai blinked her lively purple eyes in a somewhat natural way.

She shook her head gently and answered in a soft but clear voice.

"We haven't solved it yet, Shi Tian-sensei."

Shi Tianxin paused, but an expression of understanding immediately appeared on his face; he didn't seem particularly surprised.

After all, these campus ghost stories or mysteries known as the "Seven Wonders" had been circulating and lingering at Private Moonlight Academy for many years, explored and discussed privately by countless students, yet they had never had a definitive answer.

It was indeed unlikely to solve them completely within just a few days of receiving the clues.

"I see, I understand."

Shi Tianxin nodded, his tone gentle and encouraging.

"Then, keep up the good work. Don't put too much pressure on yourselves; enjoying the process of solving the mystery is also important."

"I'm looking forward to you continuing your efforts and finally solving this mystery."

After speaking.

Shi Tianxin didn't linger any longer, turned around, and left the classroom, his back disappearing into the thinning crowd of people in the hallway.

As for Natsume Chikage, he actually cared quite a bit about this matter.

He clearly remembered that as long as he successfully solved this incident, he could obtain a special piece of equipment from the physics teacher, Shi Tian.

Therefore, he turned to the two young ladies with some curiosity and asked.

"How is the investigation going for you two these past few days? Have you found any new clues?"

Hearing this question, Xuecun Lingyin's cold, fair face flushed slightly in a way that was hard to notice.

She turned her face away and coughed lightly to cover up the embarrassment of feeling that her progress wasn't fast enough, but her tone remained as calm as usual.

"The progress… is not bad."

"We have indeed discovered some… unusual traces and details worth noting, and we are currently organizing and analyzing them."

Xiyuanji Qilai also happily took over the conversation, her purple eyes sparkling.

"Yes, that's right!"

Hearing them both say this, with confidence and the excitement of exploration in their tone, Natsume Chikage felt relieved.

It seemed they were indeed investigating seriously and had made some gains.

Xiyuanji Qilai seemed to suddenly remember today's important arrangement, turned her purple eyes toward Natsume Chikage, and asked curiously, her voice filled with anticipation.

"By the way, Natsume-kun, are you planning to go straight to the home economics classroom after school to try making mapo tofu?"

Natsume Chikage nodded in confirmation.

"Mm, yes. I already reported it to Xiao Jing-sensei of the home economics class at noon and explained the reason. She agreed, and I can use the classroom and kitchen utensils."

Hearing this, a bright smile bloomed on Xiyuanji Qilai's face.

"That's great!"

She looked at Xuecun Lingyin and suggested.

"Then shall we go find Classmate Tengyuan Kui now and go together?"

However.

When they arrived at the door of Fujiwara Aoi's classroom and found her, Fujiwara Aoi put her hands together, stuck out her tongue, and showed an apologetic expression on her face.

"Sorry, everyone!"

"I suddenly remembered that the Track and Field Force has a small test today, and I have to go over there first, otherwise the captain will nag me again."

She checked the time and hurriedly added.

"You guys go ahead! I'll come find you immediately after I finish my daily basic training and that small test. It shouldn't take long!"

Hearing this.

The three of them looked at each other, not feeling surprised at all. ===== CHAPTER 963 =====