HA1 3.4 - Of Their Own Accord

On Tuesday Hide recorded a total distance of 7.9 km. On Wednesday, he added it by 7.7 km. So today, he only had to run for 6.4 km to complete his 22 km quota.

Hide was about to warm up when Isamu Sensei called all the runners and announced that half an hour ago an anonymous donor sent a donation of 200 thousand Ren, and chose Sayaka, Tenma, Hiroki, Tsugiyama, and Oda as runners.

Isamu Sensei thought that the amount of the donation was ridiculous as the Running for Donation was already on its last day. So, he sent an email to confirm whether the 200 km quota could be shared with other runners.

Unfortunately, the donor still hadn't replied yet. It meant, it could be because the donor was busy, or it’s because the donor was trying to mess the Running for Donation. In the end, Isamu Sensei left the final decision to the runner chosen by the donor.

"I have no objection if the five of you are not willing to take it. But if you do, I will be very grateful, and of course I have no expectation you will complete the whole 200 km quota in one day."

After pondering for a while Sayaka raised her hand and asked, "Is it okay if the five of us don't complete the 200 km quota?"

Isamu Sensei firmly answered, "We'll transfer the money for the unfulfilled quota back to the donor."

Tenma excitedly said, "Then, let's take as much as we can and return the rest of the money."

In an instant, Tenma's words were greeted by applause and war cries from other runners.

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Six runners were running in the athletic field at full speed. Five of them tried their best to record the longest distance they could get. As for the last runner, he just tried to close his quota in the shortest time possible.

Sayaka and Tenma have started hiking since junior high school. The two had also invested a lot of energy and time to train and shape their physical fitness. Therefore, it's not surprising that when they gave their all, Tenma could run at 20 km/h like a marathon runner while Sayaka managed to maintain her pace at 16 km/h.

As for Hiroki, Tsugiyama, and Oda, they had started hiking only after entering East Nichiko High. Even so, they could maintain a pace of 12 km/h.

However, for discerning eyes it was definitely not a good development. If Sayaka, Tenma, and the other three were running within their capacity, they would be fine. Unfortunately, from the start they had stepped on the gas and ran with a speed 25% higher than their physical limits.

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The reason behind this rash action was because, when they were at the starting point Hide had said to them, "I know you are the donors who chose me to run 22 km. So, I’m wondering how tough your bodies are, or you all are just a bunch of boot-fuck bullshit."

Without second thought, Sayaka, Tenma, and the other three snatched the bait Hide had thrown. They immediately ran without any regard to rhythm or their physical capacity. They even ignored the warnings their brains had shouted out when their body have entered the initial phase of dehydration.

Luckily, if someone ignored the warning from their brain and continued the activities that could cause a fatal damage, their brain would activate auto-shutdown or what was commonly known as fainting.

Apart from Oda who had to stop due to severe cramps at km.16, Tsugiyama fell unconscious on the track at km.20, Hiroki at km.28, and Tenma at km.36. As for Sayaka, she immediately lowered her speed as soon as her friends fell one by one. In the end, she managed to complete the 40 km quota. However, she fell unconscious a moment later.

As for Hide, he safely completed his quota. He was enjoying a can of supplement drink as he looked at Sayaka, Tenma, and the other three who had their back on stretcher while medical staff took care of them.

Inwardly, Hide saluted and muttered, 'Your performance will never be forgotten.'

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After doing her homework, Aizawa brushed her teeth before joining Hide in the living room. While Hide was watching the world in the news, Aizawa was playing online games using a smartphone.

When Aizawa returned his smartphone, Hide immediately told her that apart from morning exercise in the backyard, they would also swim in Beauty & the Beast every other day.

And as soon as she heard the word swim, Aizawa's first response was, "Big Bro, buy Aizawa a bikini."

Hide’s eyes instantly widened as he turned his eyes to Aizawa, 'How could a six year old girl want a bikini?'

Hide then firmly saying, "No, you can't wear a bikini yet."

Aizawa immediately pursed her lips. "Why?"

"Bikini is clothes for adult. It’s illegal for a cute six year old girl like you to wear it."

"...?"

"If police arrest you Big Bro will be alone at home, or Aizawa wants to leave Big Bro?"

Aizawa immediately shook her head. "No, Aizawa won't leave Big Bro."

Hide smiled from ear to ear before lifting Aizawa into his chest, "Good, now it's time for bed."

Aizawa cheerfully wrapped her hand around Hide's neck. While having a big smile in his face, Hide then carried over Aizawa to her bedroom. Then, while standing on her bed Aizawa pecked Hide's cheek.

"Mwaaah... mwaaaah! Good night Big Bro."

Hide nodded slightly with a smile, while Aizawa quickly slipped into under the blanket.

After making sure Aizawa was fully covered, Hide then turned the main light off and returned to living room. He was about to sit back in front of the TV when a message from an unknown number entered his smartphone.

-Hide, this is Isamu Sensei. Sayaka and Tenma have just confessed that they specifically chose you for the 22 km run. They also had told me about your provocation today. Do you want me to transfer the rest of your money back?-

Without delay Hide replied.

-Sensei, you don't need to transfer the money back, and sorry if I caused trouble today.-

-Well, your way of joking is too far. But I won't mind it as long as when Hiking Club enters a competition and needs additional people, you are willing to help us.-

-In that case, I will help Hiking Club whenever Sensei asks me to.-

-Good, I will also make sure Sayaka and Tenma won't bother you again. Good night.-

-Thank you and good night, Sensei.-

Hide then took a deep breath before putting back his smartphone to the table, and while continued watching the world on the news, inwardly he considered someone he would choose as his partner in crime.

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