Boom… the Student Council room was violently pushed open, and everyone inside looked at Zhong Chen, who walked in, with wary expressions.
"I said, you don't need to be so wary of me, I won't do anything," Zhong Chen said, looking speechlessly at everyone in the Student Council who was staring intently at him.
"Hmph, Teacher Zhong Chen is such a dangerous person, it's better for us to remain vigilant against him," Shinra Tsubaki said loudly, looking at Zhong Chen with an expression that clearly said, 'You're not a good person.'
"Forget it, Tsubaki, you don't need to be on guard. If Teacher Zhong Chen really wanted to act against me, no matter how much you prepared, it would be useless," Sona Sitri said to Shinra Tsubaki, pushing up her glasses from behind her desk.
"Yes, President!"
"Oh, it still has to be President Sona who understands things. That's why she's the President, and you, girl, can only be the Vice President," Zhong Chen said to Shinra Tsubaki, walking alongside Aisha with a teasing expression.
"You…"
"Alright, Teacher Zhong Chen, don't tease Tsubaki anymore. Tell me, what do you need my help with now?" Sona asked, staring at Aisha, who was closely following Zhong Chen, instantly understanding Zhong Chen's purpose for coming.
"Hehe, isn't it time to trouble President Sona to open the back door again? This is just a small token of my appreciation," Zhong Chen said with a mischievous expression, walking up to Sona's desk.
He pulled out the same red envelope as before and placed it on Sona's desk.
Sona looked at the red envelope full of lime coins with a dark expression.
This guy clearly knew the money couldn't be spent, yet he pulled it out every time, it was truly infuriating.
"Alright, I'll accept this money, Tsubaki, please take this… By the way, what's your name?"
"Um… my name is Aisha Argent, please take care of me!" Aisha replied politely with a bow upon hearing Sona's question.
Hearing Aisha's reply, Sona nodded knowingly and looked at Shinra Tsubaki.
"I understand, President. I'll take Miss Aisha to complete the enrollment procedures now."
"Okay, go ahead."
Shinra Tsubaki bowed slightly in the direction of Zhong Chen and Sona, then looked at Aisha and said, "Miss Aisha, please come with me."
Aisha, looking nervous, glanced at Zhong Chen. Only after seeing Zhong Chen nod slightly at her did she walk up to Shinra Tsubaki, bow politely, and say, "Thank you, Miss Shinra."
"It's no trouble, come with me."
As the two left the Student Council room, Sona's expression turned serious as she looked at Zhong Chen.
"What is it, President Sona? Do you have something to say, looking at me like that?" Zhong Chen, sensing that Sona had something to say, asked directly.
"Um… Teacher Zhong Chen, can I ask you for a favor?" Sona asked softly, a rare hint of nervousness on her face upon hearing Zhong Chen's words.
"Oh, tell me what it is first. If it's not difficult, given our relationship, I can still help you," Zhong Chen said.
Hearing Zhong Chen's words, a blush involuntarily appeared on Sona's face. 'My relationship with you? What relationship do we have?'
'He always says things that cause misunderstandings, or is he implying he wants to have some kind of relationship with me?'
Thinking this, Sona carefully observed Zhong Chen, realizing that not only was he handsome, but he was also strong.
Most importantly, he didn't have the air of a strong person, making him very comfortable to be around.
If she really were to have such a fiancé, it didn't seem impossible.
However, thinking of her friend Rias, Sona temporarily suppressed these thoughts and continued, "Ahem… Actually, it's about Rias. She actually has an engaged fiancé, but she doesn't like him, so I wanted to ask you to help her break off the engagement!"
Hearing Sona's words, Zhong Chen didn't agree immediately. Instead, he asked with a puzzled expression, "Since it's Rias's matter, why isn't she coming to me herself? Why are you the one telling me?"
Sona couldn't help but sigh after hearing that, and slowly explained the reason: "Because Rias doesn't believe in your strength at all. Although I've told her, she hasn't truly believed it."
"So she doesn't think you have the ability to help her break off the engagement."
At this, Zhong Chen showed a meaningful smile, staring intently at Sona as he asked, "Oh, then how are you so sure that I would offend a major Devil family for Rias? Just this bit of friendship isn't enough."
Zhong Chen wasn't someone who would be swayed by a woman at first sight; his relationship with Rias hadn't reached that point.
Although Zhong Chen didn't care about the so-called Devils, he wouldn't casually rush to help just because someone said a few nice words.
"Because this can bring fun to Teacher Zhong Chen. Is that enough?" Sona said with a smile, pushing up her glasses, looking at Zhong Chen with a confident expression.
Zhong Chen was stunned after hearing that. 'Good heavens, as expected of Sona Sitri, she's truly clever.'
He had only interacted with her a few times, yet she had already figured out his purpose for coming to Komaou Academy.
Thinking this, Zhong Chen couldn't help but burst into laughter.
"Hahaha, alright, I agree to help Rias break off her engagement, but I won't be responsible for the consequences that arise from it!"
"As long as you agree, as for the consequences… we'll talk about them later!" Sona Sitri then playfully winked at him.
"Rias is truly lucky to have such a good friend as you," Zhong Chen couldn't help but sigh, looking at the playful Sona Sitri.
"Hehe, you flatter me."
Click… The door to the Student Council room was pushed open, and Aisha, dressed in a Komaou Academy uniform, walked in shyly, holding down the hem of her skirt.
"Wow, it suits you very well, Aisha."
"Rea… Really, Mr. Zhong Chen?" Aisha asked, looking up with an expectant expression upon hearing Zhong Chen's compliment.
"Of course, you're definitely a school idol-level beautiful girl!" Zhong Chen said, giving Aisha a thumbs-up with a Might Guy-esque smile.
"Is that so? That's great."
"President, Miss Aisha's enrollment procedures have been completed."
"To make it easier to look after her, she's also enrolled in Class 2 of the third year."
Hearing Shinra Tsubaki's words, Sona smiled and nodded, saying, "Tsubaki, you've worked hard."
"For the President, I can do anything. Please don't say 'hard work' anymore!"
Sona covered her forehead, sighing helplessly at the excited Shinra Tsubaki, and said, "Alright, I know, Tsubaki. You don't have to be like this sometimes. I've always considered you all my family."
"But you are also our master!"
"Exactly, for Lady Sona, I…"
"Yes…"
Zhong Chen had a theatrical expression on his face at this moment, a handful of melon seeds appearing in his hand at some point.
He munched on them, watching the few people in front of him act out their deep sisterly bond.
"Crack… spit…"
"Chew chew chew"
"Crack… spit…"
Perhaps Zhong Chen's melon seed cracking was a bit loud, causing everyone present to involuntarily turn their gaze towards him.
"Teacher Zhong Chen, please don't crack melon seeds in the Student Council room. Cleaning up is very troublesome!" Shinra Tsubaki looked at Zhong Chen helplessly, wanting to kick him out but realizing she couldn't, so she could only sit there fuming.
"Alright, alright, I won't crack them anymore. Anyway, the show should be over. Aisha, let's go."
"President Sona, continue to maintain the good habit of taking money and getting things done in the future!"
After saying that, Zhong Chen left the Student Council room with Aisha.
Leaving behind Sona Sitri, who looked at the lime coins in her hand with a helpless expression…