After meeting Aiko , Hiroshi was delighted that the girl who saved his life attended his school. This couldn't be anything but written fate of Hiroshi by God. Ken Makoto was in the same class and came to Hiroshi.
"Hey , how are you feeling today " Ken inquired depicting his worries for Hiroshi
" Feeling fine enough to be able to attend my classes " Hiroshi replied with a smirk
" You had me scared from the moment you called me saying that you had a high fever " Makoto said " Knowing that you live alone , I couldn't stop worrying for you. Its good that you are okay"
" Thanks for your worries" Hiroshi asked with a puzzled look " Hey, I want to ask something "
" Go,on"
" Do you know Who is Izumi Aiko "
" Ai----Aiko , You don't know who is she "
" Is she someone I am supposed to know "
" Yeah , She is the one who topped the Entrance test with a tremendous score of 99 out of 100 "
" Guess , she is smart after all " Hiroshi exclaimed " In which class is she now "
" As of I remember, she's currently in 1-A " Ken replied
" well , thanks for the info , Makoto "
" Any time "
Homeroom teacher of Hiroshi was Suzuki Nakamura ,a young female of warm and friendly demeanor. She has shoulder-length black hair, often styled neatly. Her kind eyes convey a sense of empathy and approachability. Mrs. Nakamura usually wears professional attire, such as a blouse and slacks or a modest dress, reflecting her role as an educator. She carries herself with poise and confidence, and her genuine smile brightens up the classroom. She taught Mathematics and she was a wonderful teacher.
By this time , Ms. Nakamura began to teach the class. Hiroshi struck with awe that the person whom He calls Angel is really an Angel , born with beauty and brain.
Hours passed , and the day ended at school. Hiroshi began to leave for his apartment. Makoto came to him.
" Hiroshi, care for a walk since you don't have anything better to do " Makoto asked
" Let's go somewhere to eat " Hiroshi suggested
" Sure, Let's go to our usual spot "
Together they leave for a nearby cafe.Nestled in the heart of the city, Sumire Café was a popular café which offers a serene escape into the world of Japanese cuisine. As Hiroshi and Makoto's go-to spot for authentic Japanese dishes, the café exudes an air of tranquility with its minimalist décor, paper lanterns, and cherry blossom motifs adorning the walls.
Upon entering, Hiroshi and Makoto is greeted by the gentle aroma of miso soup and sizzling teriyaki, instantly transporting him to the bustling streets of Tokyo. The sound of soft jazz music plays in the background, creating a soothing atmosphere for diners to enjoy their meal.
At Sumire Cafe, Both Hiroshi and Makoto favorite dish is the mouthwatering Chicken Katsu Curry. Tender slices of breaded chicken cutlet are served alongside a generous portion of aromatic Japanese curry, perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and spice. The dish is garnished with crisp pickled vegetables and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, adding depth and texture to each bite.
As they savor the curry , the spices mixed with pickled vegetables increasing the flavor in the food by 10 times its original taste. They took their time eating and chatting. Around 6 : 30 pm , they left the store after paying the bills.
" It was delicious, isn't it Hiroshi ? " Makoto asked
" Yeah , Their food have another level of taste compared to other cafes " Hiroshi admired the cafe
" Well Hiroshi , it's about time , I gotta go " Makoto said
" Yeah , See you around tomorrow " Hiroshi replied
As Hiroshi walked home from Sumire Café after parting ways with Makoto, his stomach content with the savory flavors of Chicken Katsu Curry, he heard the unmistakable sound of distress coming from a nearby park which was empty and dark like void. Curiosity and concern tugged at his senses, urging him to investigate.
Rounding the corner, Hiroshi's heart sank at the sight before him. Izumi Aiko , the same girl who saved his life the other day , stood alone in the dimly lit park, surrounded by a group of six boys who were taunting and jeering at her. Their menacing and lustful laughter echoed through the still night air, sending a shiver down Hiroshi's spine.
' Please leave me alone!! ' This words were said by Aiko who was requesting the boys to leave her alone.
Hiroshi quickly moved to the park and ran towards Aiko.
" Hey , you should stop what you are doing " Hiroshi shouted with his eyes filled with anger.
One of the boys gave a scary look to Hiroshi.
" Hey , child go to your house otherwise you might get hurt " He said
" Didn't you hear what I just said " Hiroshi replied to the boy
" You dare talk back to me , kid now you should pay for you arrogance "
The boy lunged forward, his fist aimed at Hiroshi's face with malicious intent. But Hiroshi was ready. With lightning-fast reflexes, he ducked under the blow, feeling the rush of air as it narrowly missed him.
In one swift motion, Hiroshi countered, his fist connecting solidly with the boy's abdomen almost destroying it. The aggressor coughed over in pain, momentarily stunned by Hiroshi's unexpected strength.
The other boys were puzzled on how their leader was taken down in a split second. Seeing this Two of them took out a sharp knife and lunged towards Hiroshi , the knife aimed at Hiroshi's vital point. But Hiroshi quickly dodged few strikes made by them using their knife and launched 1 punch to the first boy and a back kick to the other boy knocking them In a matter of few seconds.
3 boys surrounded Hiroshi and launched few punches But Hiroshi dodged all the punches thrown by them and launched a cut knocking one boy on the ground. The other boys were closing in on Hiroshi from behind but he smartly anticipated their movements. With a quick pivot, Hiroshi spun around, evading the incoming attackers with ease. As they stumbled forward, off-balance and disoriented, Hiroshi seized the opportunity to strike.
With lightning-fast reflexes, he delivered a series of precise strikes, targeting vulnerable pressure points with surgical precision. The boys recoiled in pain, their attempts at retaliation thwarted by Hiroshi's impeccable timing and agility.
But Hiroshi wasn't done yet. With a swift and calculated maneuver, he swept the legs out from under one of his assailants, sending him crashing to the ground with a resounding thud. The other boys hesitated, their confidence wavering in the face of Hiroshi's unexpected prowess.
Sensing their uncertainty, Hiroshi pressed his advantage his movements fluid and controlled as he fended off their attacks with ease. With each blow he landed, he reinforced his message: he would not back down, and he would not allow them to harm Aiko or anyone else.
As the last of his attackers slunk away, defeated and humbled, Hiroshi stood tall without any scratches and all of the attackers quickly moved out of the park in fear and heavy pain.
Seeing this one-sided fight , Aiko was caught in a surprise that the boy she used to think he was an eyesore but it turned out to be that he was a profound fighter.
As he breathed calmly, he turned to Aiko and asked how she was feeling.
" How are you feeling , Aiko-san" His tone reflecting his worries for her
" I am feeling fine thanks to you , Hiroshi-kun " She replied in a calm yet astonished tone
" No need to thank me , I was just repaying the favor you did by saving me back then , Although I know your favor can't be returned. " He said with a faint hint of happiness on his face
" Still , I was amazed how you beat the hell out of those boys " her eyes filled with awe and appreciation " Without any scratch , you defeated 6 boys even though they had a weapon "
" It was not much of a problem for me compared to you behaving cold with me at first " He chuckled
Hearing these words brought a smile to Aiko's face which also brought relief to Hiroshi.
" Chat can be done later" Hiroshi asked " If you're comfortable, then I will drop you home"
"Well , my home is close from here but if you want then you can tag along " Aiko said with faint smile
With this , A new bond was formed over a meeting. Hiroshi and Aiko grew closer to each other every minute after this unexpected encounter and they continued to talk till her home arrives.
" Thanks , Hiroshi-kun " She said " This is my room "
" You live here ! " Hiroshi took aback because of this surprise " My house is next to yours, We're practically neighbour" Hiroshi chuckled
Aiko giggled softly, sharing in his amusement. "Seems like it! It's funny how we didn't realize it before."
With a smile, Hiroshi bid her goodnight once again before heading to his own doorstep, feeling grateful for the unexpected connection he had made with Aiko and looking forward to the possibility of seeing her more often.
As Hiroshi stepped into his own home, he couldn't help but reflect on the events of the evening. "What an unexpected outcome," he thought, marveling at how a chance encounter in the park had led to the formation of a new friendship with Aiko. He felt grateful for the twists and turns life had thrown his way, knowing that sometimes the most meaningful connections are forged in the most unlikely of circumstances. With a contented sigh, he looked forward to the days ahead, eager to see where this newfound friendship would take them.
The End of Chapter 3