Gimai Seikatsu's

Chapter 1 - 16 July (Thursday) Chapter 2

"You just feel that way because we're talking about things that I know a lot about."

“Ah, now after you mention it ..”

“I just took control in the conversation. Of course I am a god who knows everything in terms of the conversations I make.”

"Is this some kind of trick to commit fraud?"

“The point is the same. The type of crime you end up committing depends only on the tricks used.”

"And how do you use it?"

“To make the conversation as pleasant as I can.”

“So peaceful.” I gave Maru a sarcastic response as she openly raved at the trash with a satisfied grin on her face, as if she was the ruler of the planet.

I considered pursuing that line of thought and bluntly told him that his logic was completely absurd, but it would be a weak answer, so I decided against it.

“Even if I can't call you omnipotent, you're smart enough, Maru. Your grade for the final semester exam must be spectacular.”

“So you already know? You see, all this time I kept it a secret, but actually I'm a genius.”

“I know it.”

Because Maru acted too confidently for her own good, I decided to ask her the result, but the numbers I got back made no sense as I expected. 90 points in Modern Japanese, More, 92 In Classical Japanese, 94 in History, 96 in Mathematics I, 92 in Mathematics II, 90 in Physics, 82 in Chemistry, 90 in English, and 94 in English Communication—total is 820 points. After hearing everything, I could only bring out a confused 'Ohh' before this genius-level scholar.

“Isn't that so crazy? 90+ points in almost all subjects.”

"I only know how to swim with the tide."

“I don't think that's all. We are already a fairly high-level school, and we are already preparing to enter university, which makes the exam much more difficult than in other schools around it. You are even active in baseball clubs, and your hobby is watching anime. What kind of cheat do you use to give you time to learn and get this value?”

"I don't use anything."

Of course, I know that there are no cheats or anything like that, but I would rather if he had some sort of secret technique that I could use. If Maru knew some kind of convenient method to improve one's academic efficiency, and if she could tell me about it, I could help Ayase-san... Then again, there was no way the world would be that easy.

As for Maru, she seemed to have seen right through me. He looked at me with resolute eyes through the lens of his glasses. He sighed, like an indifferent sage answering the question of an inquisitive person.

“Although there is one major factor to my success.”

"What?"

"The main premise is that I'm sleep deprived."

“Your Constitution allows you to feel healthy and awake despite the little sleep you get, right? I remember you telling me about that.”

"More or less. But I've been like this since I can remember. Since it is pretty much determined by my genes, I cannot recommend it to others.”

“Do not think anyone can copy it, yes... Wait, you give a recommendation?”

“You want to know about my learning tricks, right?”

"Your level of insight is terrible."

This is why catchers from baseball clubs are all weird.

“Well, hiding anything from you seems pointless, so I'll be honest.I'm actually always looking for ways to improve my own efficiency when it comes to learning. But a method that is only suitable for geniuses will not help me much.”

“Do not directly conclude like that, young Asamura. This is where the real thing begins.” Maru said haughtily. He pulled out his smartphone, booted the music app.

"Music?"

"Exactly. This is my secret technique for focusing. Quite a few of the super easy actions that you really want. ”

"It sounds like stretching."

“It really helps, you know? Man acts according to his habits. When I listen to this music, my brain cells tell me to study, and if I hold a pen, it won't stop until I'm satisfied or tired. Skipping learning makes me feel restless.”

“So... so this kind of self-hypnosis, like a kind of life hack.I think the soothing music and environmental noise really have a beneficial effect.”

“Depends on the person. Personally, I focus best when I listen to club music or heavy metal.”

"I don't think it will work for most people ..."

“Everyone has their own type of BGM that they use when trying to focus. You just need to find the most suitable one for you, Asamura.”

"What's? … Ah, yes. I'll find what's suitable for me.” I was surprised for a moment, but I still managed to give a normal response.

I guess even the sharp and perceptive catcher of the baseball club wouldn't have guessed that I actually asked this for Ayase-san's sake, not for myself. Then again, using some kind of BGM while studying was most likely something Ayase-san had already made herself, so I hesitated to tell her about it would be of any use to her. This, in the end, is just the starting point.

For the sake of Ayase-san, I need to gather more information. While bracing my mental resolve to do so, I gave a vague answer to my good friend who kept talking about how great 'Project DJ Mic' was.

That reminds me, what is the end result of Ayase-san in Modern Japanese again? Just as I reached the front door of my house, my hand on the doorknob, this question came to my mind. But I immediately threw away that thought. Obviously not because I wasn't curious about the outcome, but forcing my own curiosity on him was definitely bad behavior. As soon as Ayase-san decided to tell me, let alone want to tell me, it was time for me to listen.

"I'm home." I opened the door, and saw a pair of women's shoes at the entrance, which ensured that someone was home before me, I raised my voice.

Since I didn't have a part-time job today, nor did I take a detour on the way home, I thought I must have gone home quite quickly, but Ayase-san had beaten me back home again. I wonder if her homeroom class just ended early or if she rushed home. Inevitably I smiled to myself thinking of Ayase-san half running home.

Because I don't have to worry about my part-time job, I immediately headed to my room and would start looking for a good BGM job when the door in the hallway I had just passed a few seconds ago opened. When I turned around, I saw my half-brother almost stepping on the ground as he rushed towards me.

"Asamura-kun."

“Eh, am I back? Ayase-san, is something wrong?” I let out a confused voice as Ayase-san walked towards me so close that we almost bumped into each other.

Her beautiful eyes were right in front of my nose. Her face that was so charming that it looked like handmade made me instantly tense up.

"Teach me modern Japanese."

"You're kidding." I told. He had spoken with his usual calm expression, but there was a definite doubt in his voice. I found myself throwing out that response reflexively.

Not that I doubt his seriousness. Instead, I took a moment to figure out the meaning behind what he said, and what unexpected and impossible reality lies behind this truth. As a result, a completely dumbfounded reaction came out of my mouth. My hopes got better than mine, so I asked him about it. I judged that the convolutions would be rougher than anything, so I asked him directly.