After breaking up, my ex asked me to win her back-Chapter 346 - 345 Exposure

After breakfast, Kagura Hikaru headed to the train station alone with his backpack slung over his shoulder.

Komori Ai had disappeared somewhere after their meal, not to be seen again.

Such solo outings were rare for her, but Kagura Hikaru didn't think much of it, assuming she'd probably gone to snack at a convenience store and would return on time.

Arriving at the train station platform, Kagura Hikaru saw Ai Cheng Hua Lian and went over to greet her.

"Ai Cheng."

"Ah, Kagura, good morning!"

"Good morning."

Hearing Ai Cheng's lively voice brightened Kagura Hikaru's mood.

"Speaking of which, did you take some time off? I haven't seen you for several days."

"Yes, I went back to my hometown for a funeral—it was my grandfather's."

"I see…. My condolences."

"It's alright."

The two chatted while stepping into the train carriage that had stopped in front of the platform.

As the train arrived, Kagura Hikaru instinctively examined the train's head and speed, his mind wandering.

Several minutes later, the train slowly started moving, clattering along the tracks.

Ai Cheng Hua Lian and Kagura Hikaru found seats and sat together as usual. The girl began sharing the school gossip during his absence, among which only one topic caught Kagura Hikaru's attention.

"Are you saying Suse is going to compete with Chiyoko for the next Student Council President position?"

"Yes, that's what many people are saying."

If she was running for office, it indeed was time to start preparing, and announcing it this openly was typical of Kohinata Suse.

Yet, despite being urged to run during middle school, she hadn't been moved to participate; now, however, she seemed to be actively pursuing such roles, which made him wonder what had changed her mind.

Mentioning the Student Council elections inevitably led Kagura Hikaru to reflect on the past few months, filled with the fierce battles between Ayakoji Chiyoko and Kiryu Hina.

Just the thought of going through such an ordeal again gave him a headache.

Moreover, Kiryu Hina might also make a move.

Next year, they would all be in their final year of high school; if they intended to vie for the president's position, next year's election would be their last chance.

If his guess was right, then the next Student Council election would likely turn into a three-cornered contest, setting the stage for a new triad war at Yuqiu High School next year.

Just thinking about it was exhausting.

"Kohinata is really popular, with many from the senior class supporting her—students in our class have said they'll vote for her," said Ai Cheng Hua Lian, running her hand through her hair.

Hoping against hope, Kagura Hikaru asked, "Rumors aside, what does she say?"

"Kohinata? She's probably no longer in Tokyo."

"Not here?" Kagura Hikaru frowned.

"Yes, the day after you went back to your hometown, Kohinata also left. President Ayakoji said she was going abroad to audition for a theater troupe and likely won't be back for a while."

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"I see…"

Kagura Hikaru had known for a long time that Suse had significant acting talent, but whether she was interested was another question. During her time in the Drama Club, she hadn't been particularly diligent in her rehearsals—not exactly slacking, yet not overly ambitious, just getting by, so to speak.

Now it seemed she had become much more proactive, even deciding on her plans after graduation.

She has grown too.

Kagura Hikaru had guessed what Kohinata Motoyo was thinking. Without any surprises, after graduating next year, she would probably seek development in a foreign theater troupe. If she planned to pursue further studies, it would likely be at a private institution like Takarazuka Music Academy.

Her acting was widely acknowledged, and her appearance was one in ten thousand—undoubtedly capable of making a name for herself.

It would have been easier for her if she had decided to set foot in the entertainment industry, but it was just as well that she didn't, as the industry had always been somewhat unclean.

Thinking in this way, Kohinata Motoyo seemed to be the first person in their small circle to decide her future—a fitting move for her.

As they were talking, the electric train reached the station. Kagura Hikaru heard the train screech to a halt. Due to the inertial reaction, his body swayed slightly, and his shoulder gently bumped into Ai Cheng's shoulder.

At that moment, Kagura Hikaru was pulled into the foresight space.

He was startled initially, followed soon by resignation.

The train had stopped indicating it was time to get off, but because he was caught in the foresight, he would definitely miss the station, appearing 'stunned' to Ai Cheng, which must have seemed very strange.

Whether by fortune or something else, this was the first time he manifested any abnormalities in front of someone else after obtaining the ability to predict the future.

Previously, either he entered the foresight privately, or he was in a situation where he could remain undisturbed for a long time.

But what could be evaded at the start couldn't be forever—today, there was no way to confuse anyone any longer.

This, too, was inevitable.

The vision this time was simple, a city being saturated-bombed by missiles, viewed from a 'camera' positioned quite far away. It was clear that it wasn't any country in Hua Xia or the Island Nation, and Kagura Hikaru watched emotionlessly.

A few seconds later, the vision swiftly contracted back to reality.

As expected, the electric train had resumed moving, heading toward the next station. The carriage was also considerably more silent, as most passengers (mostly students) had alighted at the previous stop.

Ai Cheng Hua Lian had not left him behind but was sitting to his right, looking at him worriedly, her small hand clutching his sleeve.

Seeing that Kagura Hikaru had finally reacted and turned to look at her, Ai Cheng Hua Lian was overjoyed, "Kagura, you finally woke up! You just—"

"Don't mention this to anyone," Kagura Hikaru interrupted.

Ai Cheng's expression instantly became puzzled, "But…"

"I don't want people to know so soon. Please."

"…Can you tell me why?"

Kagura Hikaru remained silent.

Ai Cheng Hua Lian was a very sharp person.

Although she might act carefree and childish on normal days, it didn't mean she lacked insight—on the contrary, as a current high school girl, observing and reading the room was completely instinctive.

Now, from the subtle expressions and gaze of Kagura Hikaru, Ai Cheng precisely read the implication that he didn't want her to delve deeper, and that even if she did investigate further, he wouldn't reveal anything.

As if sensing her probing, Kagura Hikaru turned his head to look at her. Their eyes met, his gaze unexpectedly serious.

After a strangely tense moment of eye contact, Ai Cheng suppressed her inner unease and released her hold, smiling and saying, "It looks like we missed our stop. We'll probably be late."

Kagura Hikaru's gaze slightly relaxed, following the lead, "Yes."

"Since we're already late, why not…"

"Don't skip classes."

"Aiya, Kagura, why are you as old-fashioned as a teacher? No one will notice if we eat some snacks along the way."

Ai Cheng laughed heartily, subtly dispelling the momentarily bizarre atmosphere.

But her mind was still preoccupied with Kagura Hikaru's abnormal behavior earlier.

About ten minutes ago, she had intended to pull Kagura Hikaru off the train, but unexpectedly, he had frozen in place like a stuck computer, unable to move, a state that genuinely caused concern.

What exactly was going on? Some kind of mental illness? Was the situation severe, and why wouldn't Kagura allow further questions? Did his family know about it?

With questions swirling in her head, Ai Cheng planned to turn around later and discreetly seek advice from someone else.