You're early today.
Hey!
Whoa!
Went in head first.
You again?
How many times must I tell you?
Your dyed hair and the length of your skirt are extremely inappropriate!
Those two are at it again.
Quit nagging! You do this every day!
I'm surprised she can talk back to Sakuradaimon-kun.
It's none of your business!
It is my business!
You and I are both students of this school,
and I'm a class monitor,
so I have to continue warning you!
Class Monitor
And how many times do I have to say it too?!
I'm not violating any rules!
The student handbook only says "within commonly accepted standards"!
Dyeing your hair bright and wearing miniskirts
are both normal nowadays, got it?!
You insist that it's normal,
but does this attire you call normal
refer to outfits that are prone to reveal your underwear?
If that's normal to you,
then you're telling me you're an exhibitionist!
Huh?!
Like hell I am!
Besides, it's not like you can actually see them!
No, I must regretfully inform you
that I've viewed them two or three times now!
That reminds me.
I also didn't appreciate you wearing underwear
designed to stoke young men's carnal desires.
S-Stop looking, you pervert!
And "carnal desires"? You're just spouting confusing shit!
Oh, pardon me.
To put it more simply, they were super sexy.
Die!
Hey, wait up!
Violence is obviously against school rules!
I need to report this to the school,
I will have you tell me your name and class!
A rainbow wavered in the pleasant May breeze.
The Class Monitor Is a Klutz
Jeez!
That perverted class monitor is seriously persistent.
Sakuradaimon-kun is a real stick-in-the-mud, yeah.
If he knew your name and class,
he'd spend all recess stuck to you like glue.
You really wouldn't want him learning your name.
For more than one reason in your case, Kohinata.
Stop it!
I'd die if that guy found out!
Hey, Kohinata!
Math Supplemental Lessons Please remain here if you were assigned!!
Yes?
What a damn drag. I only skipped a few classes.
Plus I'm here by myself now?
Excuse me!
Sakuradaimon?!
Wait, calm down!
It's not like I've done anything wrong!
I'm just here for supplementary lessons!
Oh, it's you?
Supplemental lessons should be shared between all classes,
but is it just you?
Y-Yeah, and? That a problem?
What are you here for anyway?
I brought a message from the math teacher, Murata-sensei.
He had to attend a sudden meeting,
so you can go home once you turn in this handout today.
That so?
What, that's all? Don't scare me like that.
Now, let's give it our best.
You're taking supplementary lessons too?!
Okay, I'm heading home.
Right.
Good work. Take care.
I know I'm pretty good at math myself,
but I thought the problems in this handout were rather simple.
Are you actually dumb or something?
Crick Crack
What? Is he mad?
Crick Crack
Frustrated?
I've always...
been known for my dedication,
but I'm decisively lacking in scholarly ability.
So he is an idiot.
I'm devastatingly bad when it comes to math.
Apparently, I struggle with flexible thinking.
Yeah, you do seem pretty rigid in your thinking.
Serves you right.
I don't have any comeback.
As a class monitor, I'm supposed to be a model for every student too.
It's shameful of me.
Hey! Want me to teach you math?
In return—
No, that's fine.
It defeats the point if I don't solve these problems on my own.
This is why you suck!
You need to be more flexible!
In class, the teacher teaches you how to solve the problems, right?
Of course. It's class.
This is class too! We're in supplementary lessons!
Did anyone ever say this was a test?
You keep making assumptions about stuff! That's why you're so rigid!
So, what'll it be?
Please grant me your instruction.
Thank you very much.
I managed to finish sooner, thanks to you.
That so?
You helped me realize something.
You're absolutely right that my assumptions have been making me rigid.
Up until now, I always thought you were a troublesome student.
But you're actually quite kind.
I didn't do it for free.
In return, I want you to overlook my hair color and skirt length!
I can't do that.
Huh?!
Why not?! Stingy!
As I mentioned this morning,
I can't permit you to wear a sexy outfit
with a skirt so short it reveals your underwear.
You're still going on about that?!
Speaking entirely objectively, you are very attractive.
That's why I'd like you to be more careful.
I don't want danger to befall a kind, friendly woman such as yourself.
Wha?!
That so?
However, I have learned to be more flexible, thanks to you.
I'll allow up to five centimeters above the knee.
It's a special exception.
That's not enough!
Plus, I finally learned your name.
Huh?
It was written on your handout.
Inbox
Kohinata Poem
Uh, Kohinata... Bishou? Hohoemi-san?
It's...
What?
It's Poem. Is that a problem?
It's written as "Hohoemi," but pronounced Poem!
You got a problem with that?!
Komazawa High School
I never thought about who closed the school gates,
but it's been you all along, huh?
I'm also the one who opens them.
I take the key home with me.
Huh?! Seriously?! In the morning too?!
It's a class monitor's duty to watch over every student arriving at school.
I arrive earlier than anyone else!
And leave later than anyone else!
Put more of that effort toward your studies.
Anyone Else! Anyone Else! Anyone Else!
You're right.
You ended up staying so late because of me today.
You have my apologies, Poem-san.
Don't use my first name!
P-Pardon me.
I'll acknowledge that you pack a strong punch,
but it's still dangerous to let you go home by yourself this late.
Then you do it.
Walk me home!
Huh?
I'm kidding. I'm just kidding.
Very well.
No way, no! I was kidding!
You don't need to go that far for me!
No, I'm worried about you.
I'll walk you home.
I said this before,
but your skirt length inherently stokes carnal desire.
That reminds me, what's your name?
I thought you knew it.
It's Sakuradaimon.
No, no, I mean your first name!
It's not fair that you know my full name and I don't know yours.
Oh, it's Togo.
Sakuradaimon Togo.
What middle school did you go to? I was at Shirahata.
Middle school?
Nakate Middle School.
You're from Nakate Middle?!
My home's right on the border between Shirahata's and Nakate's zones!
If my home was 50 meters to the left, I would have been at Nakate too!
Is that so?
Hey, have you always been like this?
Like what?
So damn serious, I guess? So stupidly diligent.
Well, my father is a strict man,
so he taught me to live properly from a young age.
As a result, my classmates have often said being with me is stifling,
or called me boring.
Poor guy!
Then don't you resent him? Your father?
No, not particularly.
That so?
I'd resent him.
At the very least, I'd hate him for life for my name!
Speaking of that, Poem-san—
Kohinata-san, why don't you want me to use your name?
Huh?! Because it's embarrassing, having such a fancy, unconventional name!
The hospital's going to be calling me that when I'm old!
Kohinata Poem-san.
Oh, here!
It's harassment across time!
But it's a nice name.
How so?!
It doesn't suit me!
My parents definitely picked it on the spur of the moment.
Incoming Call
Mom
Ugh, speak of the devil!
Hello?
Yeah, sorry! I'm on my way home now!
Huh? I haven't had anything to eat!
No, no, don't let her!
You tell Lyri!
Tell her it's mine and she can't have it!
Yes, I want it!
I want it!
Oh, jeez!
Jeez!
I'm going to put cheese on it!
I've been looking forward to that Hamburg steak!
Later.
What?
You're a cute girl.
Your name suits you well. Very well.
Shut up.
Shut up!
Shut up, shut up, shut up!
Quit rambling! We're hurrying home!
Right.
Otherwise, your steak will get cold.
Dammit!
Stupid, klutzy class monitor.
Stop embarrassing me!!
Kohinata
Thanks.
Sorry about this.
You went pretty far out of your way, right?
Actually, not really.
Besides, it's a class monitor's duty to watch over every student leaving school.
I'll see you again tomorrow, Kohinata-san.
Hey!
You... can use my first name.
I... want to use yours too.
Togo.
Okay. I'll see you again tomorrow, Poem-san.
Yeah, it's a nice name.
Shut up!
I wonder where that guy lives.
He said he went to Nakate, but...
I'm home now!
His home's right there?!
Hey! Wait, wait, Togo!
You live here?!
Yes. I was surprised too.
Though it made sense after your explanation earlier.
If my home was 50 meters to the left, I would have been Nakate too!
It's true! That exact spot!
Kohinata's Home
Sakuradaimon's Home
But isn't this crazy?!
I mean, we live so close, yet we've never seen each other heading to school...
I arrive earlier than anyone else!
And leave later than anyone else!
Many puzzle pieces finally clicked into place.
m 0 0 l 115.5 0 l 115.5 108 l 0 108
The Klutzy Class Monitor and the Girl with the Short Skirt
The Klutz and the Skirt!
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The Klutzy Class Monitor and the Girl with the Short Skirt
The Klutz and the Skirt!
A drink on the way home from school is truly a taste of bliss.
The School Girl's Friends Get Involved with the Klutz
Man, it's been a long time since we hung out like this, hasn't it?
You've had supplemental lessons for a while, Kohinata.
You're a cute girl.
Earth to Kohinata.
Oh, it was nothing!
Setting that aside, Kohinata,
some girls said they saw you going home with Sakuradaimon-kun,
but is that legit?
H-Huh?!
Th-There's no way I'd walk home with a guy like that!
Right?
Sakuradaimon-kun is like Kohinata's natural enemy!
Totally!
I need to keep this up and fool them...
What are you all doing out here?!
Dining on your way to and from school is prohibited!
She wasn't fooling anyone.
All of you, this is a clear violation of school rules!
I'll be taking down your classes and names!
Class 1-6, Tasaki.
Same, Akina.
I can't let things with Togo get out!
They'll definitely make fun of me!
I doubt this guy will get it, but...
What is that wink for?!
Are you trying to get out of this with your cute looks, Poem-san?!
Don't use my first name and miss the signal!
B-But you gave me permission to use your name.
There's a time and place for things!
Besides, what happened to closing the school gates?!
We switched to a shift schedule this week.
Thanks to that, I had nothing to do, so I'm patrolling the town.
When did you two become friends?
Yeah, Poe.
Poe?
We called this girl Poe in elementary school.
Sometimes Poe-Poe!
Poe-Poe?!
But once her self-awareness grew...
I hate this name!
From today on, you're both using my last name!
Huh?
Why?!
It's a nice name!
Ah, enough of this conversation!
Hey, Sakuradaimon-kun, you actually get it, don't you?
Have a seat here with us.
Go on, try some kwoffee.
Oh, thank you for this.
Oh no! You were planning to make me your accomplice in buying food!
Why did you let it even get that close?
Jeez, what are those two trying to do?
Oh man, this guy's funny!
Drink it! Drink it and be freed!
Wha?! Two-on-one is cowardly!
Poe, make him drink it while we can!
Grab your coffee! Go on!
Huh?
This goes against my values!
Huh?!
My... half-drunk coffee!
Stop this!
Force this down his mouth?!
Hurry, hurry!
Now's your chance!
Hot!
I'm still on patrol, so I'll be leaving.
Next time, I'm reporting this to the school!
Sure!
Goodbye.
He got mad at us.
I'm sorry.
That was a riot!
Why are you apologizing?
That was surprisingly funny!
Yeah! He was easier to talk to than I expected.
You can't judge a book by its cover, huh?
Listen! Wait here a second.
I'll be right back!
Hey!
What is it, Poem-san?
Uh, sorry. Look...
I do feel bad about earlier. Really.
I wasn't sure you understood.
Hm?
Well, since we've actually started talking to each other...
Uh, I didn't want you to get the wrong idea.
Those two may be like that, but well...
They're honestly good people, you know?
So, well...
I know.
Oh?
They're your friends, after all.
However, rules are rules.
So I'll warn them against dining after school.
The second time, it's a reflection essay.
Y-Yeah.
Right. Thanks, To—".
Hey, one question!
Would it be okay to grab tea after returning home first?
Are you a grade schooler?
Yes! That would be okay!
It is?!
He's surprisingly lax!
Then let's grab tea together some time!
After heading home, of course!
Sure, that would be fine!
Hey, what are you two—
Don't worry, we're not going to take your new favorite.
Wha?!
It's not like that between us!
The Klutzy Class Monitor and the Health Representative
You three!
Running in the halls is against the rules!
Sorry, Sakuradaimon-kun!
They're going to sell out at the school store!
Are we taking Sakuradaimon-kun too lightly?!
Hold it!
Whoa, he came running after us!
What a typical klutzy move!
At least watch where you're going!
You're coming up on—
CRACK!
Akina!
Akina?!
A...
A hottie in a white coat!
The heck are you doing messing around on the stairs, you dumbass?!
That's dangerous, you damn brat! Hey!
You're not hurt anywhere, are you?!
Tell me the truth! Hey!
I-I'm not!
Hey, you!
We're grateful you saved her, but watch what your tone!
Huh?!
I'm just doing my job on the committee!
Got it, kid?
The committee?
Izubuchi!
Sakuradaimon!
Did you save Akina-san, Izubuchi?
Thanks.
This guy a friend of yours?
He's Izubuchi Yu.
Well, we see each other on the committee sometimes.
He's the health representative.
Health Representative
Health representative?!
With that attitude?
What, huh?!
I'm wearing a white coat too,
Health (And Dignity) Committee
so anyone can tell I'm the health representative at a glance, yeah!
Health (And Dignity) Committee
No, you look like you're in a gang!
For one thing, the health rep doesn't wear a white coat!
None of that crap matters right now!
Sakuradaimon, I've got a complaint for you!
Warning students about running in the halls
is supposed to be the class monitor's job, right, huh?!
You're absolutely correct.
I have no rebuttal to that.
However, before you speak, Izubuchi,
you yourself are overlooking something important.
What?!
Right before Akina-san fell, she twisted her ankle.
Is it not the health representative's job to notice when a student is injured or ill
and care for them before anyone else can?
Why you! I told you to tell me the truth!
Come on!
I'm sorry!
Your leg!
You twisted your ankle, huh?!
Y-Yes!
Oh well! Hang on tight!
Y-Yes!
I'm taking you to the nurse's office!
Hey, you're not hurt anywhere else, are you?!
I-I'm okay!
Good! Move, move!
You know, he gives off similar vibes to you.
Emergency coming through! Come on!
Yes.
Come on, come on, come on!
He's very passionate about his work.
The next day brought some more news.
That Izubuchi-kun? Apparently he really is a former delinquent.
I heard he caused lots of trouble in middle school.
A "former" delinquent?
He's totally still actively delinquent.
Nah, apparently he's a lot less wild than he used to be.
He might have a foul mouth, but he is surprisingly considerate.
Hey!
His princess carries are so celebrated, he has a string of repeat offenders.
Hey!
They treat him like a park attraction?!
I don't get it.
Is it really that nice to have him princess carry you?
Well, yeah, it's good.
His outfit's a little strange, but he is hot.
Look, there's one fan right there.
Pant... Pant...
Akina...
"That would be nice! I'd love to do that!"
"I want to do this! I want to do that!"
Yes, I understand! I understand very well!
Hm, a princess carry, huh?
Even though all of you...
Are you okay, Poem-san?!
Togo!
Wait, what are you doing in my head?!
Um, doctor,
It's always vexing. Truly vexing.
I'm not feeling very well.
Take today's lunch break, for example.
It is hot out today.
"Do I get the fried chicken? Or the gyoza?"
You're free to go to the nurses' office.
Even if your choice of set lunch, you can find yourself.
It certainly is hot today.
All big choices in life essentially start from such decisions over lunch.
The principal's going on forever, too.
Someone might pass out.
So hot!
Uh-oh, I'm not feeling so good.
Huh? Me too...
Don't panic, you lot!
I, the health representative, will hand out these fever patches!
If you're not feeling well, be honest and raise your hand!
Sakuradaimon!
What do you think you're doing, huh?!
Don't get the wrong idea, Izubuchi.
I'm just here to repay a favor.
Yesterday, you helped me handle my failure,
so please let me assist you today
with handing out fever patches!
Tsk! Don't go dragging me down, Sakuradaimon!
Have a fever patch!
If you're feeling ill, raise your hand!
They're idiots.
They're both being idiots again.
Oh no...
It's so stupid I'm fading out...
Poe?!
Izubuchi-kun! Sakuradaimon-kun!
We're in trouble! It's Poe!
Poem-san?!
Izubuchi! I have no fever patches left!
Get Poem-san a fever patch!
Tsk!
I'm out too!
I even bought them in bulk!
Today's heat is monstrous.
There's no other option.
To the nurse's office!
Straight there!
I'm taking her!
Izubuchi! Leave her to me!
It's the health representative's job to carry the sick!
Back the hell off, Sakuradaimon!
Oh no... They're so stupid I can vaguely sense it while passing out!
Which one's going to take me?!
Which one?!
The klutzy class monitor?!
The former delinquent health representative?!
GRRRRR
I don't want either one!
Poe!
You missed your chance there, didn't you?
Give me a break.
That woman's definitely a delinquent!
No, she's a nice girl.