I want to clarify that this chapter was originally thought to be longer but, in the end, I decided to divide it into two parts, so if there are some topics that are not fully explained, this will be done in the next chapter.

When you read, I will have already advanced half of the next chapter, so I will be publishing it next week.

Kawasaki's POV:

If I were to describe Tsurumi in one word, the first thing that comes to mind is that he is a bit strange, although if it had been a few weeks ago, the closest word would have been arrogant.

This is due to the first impression he made the day he attended the academy.

When sensei introduced him I thought he would be a new student, but to my surprise Tsurumi introduced himself in a rather arrogant way, since who could introduce himself that way, in a nutshell he said that this academy was not worth it., since he considered that the level was low, but who was he to say such things?

When I was about to challenge him, Watanabe beat me to it, I thought that would be enough to make him regret his words, after all Watanabe was the third best student in the academy, but to my surprise he was defeated in a pathetic way, and Although he asked for revenge, the result was the same.

I must say this surprised me as it seemed like he was not only good with words.

Due to how this situation had occurred, it was to be expected that Tanaka would challenge Tsurumi, so I began to observe him, since if Tanaka was defeated by him, I would have to face him.

And as if my thoughts were some kind of premonition, Tanaka was defeated by Tsurumi, although he must attribute his defeat to underestimating him, plus it would be such an idiot to think that just because Tsurumi didn't attack with his legs he couldn't kick? Those two had definitely made Sensei's students look bad.

Before I could intervene, Sensei asked Tsurumi if he wanted to confront me, I was sure he would accept, but to my surprise she said it would give the same result. Who did he think he was to put me on the same level as those two?

So, I couldn't help but get up and challenge him.

Although his response was only more arrogant words.

She was definitely upset by Tsurumi's attitude.

At that moment I could notice a little doubt in Tsurumi's gaze, as if he did not know how to deal with me, that made me remember my first days where Watanabe and Tanaka despised me for being a woman, but after practicing for a few months I managed to overcome them easily.

Threaten Tsurumi, because if he underestimates me, he would regret it.

The first fight was easy, I tricked Tsurumi with a feint and got a point, seeing that it was so easy to hit him, I thought maybe I had been overestimating him and those two were too useless.

At that moment I was convinced that the fight was already decided, and it would be my victory, I couldn't help but give Tsurumi a mocking smile, after all he started with the provocations.

To my surprise, Tsurumi managed to get a point and worst of all was the way he did it, hitting me lightly on the cheek. That bothered me too much. I no longer had reason to hold back or feel confident. I thought that if he made me serious my victory would be imminent.

We both looked at each other hoping that the other would be the first to make a move, and so it happened, Tsurumi advanced towards me, we exchanged a few blows and returned to our position.

But after a few seconds I realized that Tsurumi's reaction speed had slowed down, so it was time to get this over with. But to my surprise it was Tsurumi who recklessly advanced towards me, I thought he had lost his mind or just wanted me to defeat him, so I kicked him in the head, but he did not block it but dodged it at the last second leaving me totally unprotected , second later I could feel a pain in my stomach, Tsurumi's fist had hit me directly, so I ended up falling to the ground to try to recover the air that I had taken away.

It was something strange, I had lost but instead of feeling sad or upset I felt happy, after all Tsurumi had not underestimated me and also his reaction speed was much faster than mine, I had lost cleanly.

That was our first meeting, days later Tsurumi and I had more fights, but in all of them I ended up losing, although instead of being discouraged, these fights only motivated me more, after all now I had someone I could challenge and would not hold back against me.

So, the weeks went by until the day in a match I surprised Tsurumi while he seemed lost in thought of him and unfortunately, I ended up hurting my ankle, of course the match ended with my victory, but I would not accept a victory by disqualification.

Sensei recommended that due to my injury I take a few days off until I fully recovered or else it would only make the injury worse.

This put me off, after all I really enjoy practicing at the academy.

When I was leaving, some colleagues wanted to help me, but I decided to refuse, since I would not like to be a burden to them.

But to my surprise, Tsurumi was waiting for me outside the academy, although I tried to decline his offer in the end, I couldn't help but accept it.

When we got to my house, I thought I would not see Tsurumi again until he returned to the academy, but the next day he was at my door in the early hours.

I tried to dissuade him again, but the arguments he used were convincing, so I could only grudgingly accept his help.

While we were going to my school I noticed something, Tsurumi's eyes were a different color from the one I knew, I thought maybe he was seeing badly but then Tsurumi explained to me that he wears contact lenses because his eye color makes him stand out too much and he prefers go completely unnoticed, I did not understand the reason for this, since this would surely be make him someone popular in his school but he simply chose to be anonymous.

Of course, when he wears contact lenses his image changes a lot unlike when we are in the academy, where in his eyes you can see the passion and determination that he carries, so I can say that it is rare to see him this way.

When I tried to describe how his eyes saw me, he interrupted me and said a word that puzzled me.

''Devil?''

Thinking about it carefully, this could be the reason why Tsurumi decided to wear contact lenses, being teased by his classmates for sticking out, it was something that I understood very well.

So, I decided not to touch on that subject again.

When Tsurumi mentioned my younger siblings, I was quite surprised, since I had never mentioned it to him, but his answer calmed me, since apparently my mother was right and I gave off a kind of aura, although at first, I did not care about her words, but it seemed that Tsurumi thought the same as her.

It was a surprise to learn that Tsurumi also had a younger sister, so I couldn't help but talk about my younger siblings as well.

As if time had passed quickly, we had reached my school. I had enjoyed the conversation I had with Tsurumi and that's why I decided to lie to him by telling him that my friends would keep me company, since I didn't want to be a bother to him.

At first, I thought he believed me but to my surprise he was outside my school waiting for me and although I tried to excuse myself, in the end I only accepted his company.

I thought maybe we could have a quiet conversation like a few hours ago, but unfortunately Tsurumi was very stubborn in asking more about my friends from my school, at that time his interference had annoyed me, so I replied rudely, after that we were both quiet.

But I immediately regretted having responded to him that way, since I had taken it out on him by remembering some things that I wanted to forget.

I tried to try to apologize to him but couldn't find the right time, the rest of the way I thought about doing it but hesitated to do it.

At the time I thought Tsurumi had gotten mad at me, so before he went to his house I decided to apologize.

Luckily for me, Tsurumi accepted my apology, but I still felt guilty because Tsurumi went to the trouble to accompany me even though he had rejected him and treating him that way was a way of being ungrateful.

So, I mustered all the courage I could and decided to tell Tsurumi if he could accompany me until I managed to recover, I thought he might refuse because of the way I treated him earlier, but Tsurumi had a smile on his face as if he enjoyed looking at me in shame.

Also, how does he call me Tsundere? At that moment I began to regret my words.

The following days were quiet, we had conversations about our younger siblings and little discussions about them, I felt quite comfortable with him, but eventually these days would end because my condition had already improved.

While we were going to my house I received a call from my mother, apparently Taishi could not pick up Keika so I would have to do it, as my condition was already better, I had no problems with that.

At the time I was wondering if Tsurumi would agree to accompany me, since he might have some things to do as well, so I didn't want to force him or anything like that.

Although it was difficult to say the words that he had in my mind, I was able to do it, but I quickly regretted it. But to my surprise, Tsurumi agreed to accompany me, so I couldn't help but smile at his answer, after all these days I began to enjoy his company.

After reaching our destination, Tsurumi invited me to a restaurant, but unfortunately, I had no money with me. Not that he could predict something like this would happen.

Although as always Tsurumi took the initiative and prepared to take care of the account himself, and although I refused, in the end we ended up eating at the restaurant.

It was the first time that I came with someone who was not my family to a place like this, in addition the dishes that were offered in this place were unknown to me, luckily Tsurumi helped me choose a dish.

After a little conversation we had, the waitress brought our plates, the food was delicious.

Although I still feel bad for making Tsurumi take over the payment, I suppose I will be the one who offers to pay another time, not that I am waiting for that situation to repeat itself, although I would not mind either.

When I introduced Tsurumi to her, Keika looked quite shy, I couldn't blame her, she is very reluctant to deal with strangers, although after telling her that Tsurumi was some kind of friend, she started to accept it and it seemed like they started getting along, very well. And Tsurumi, always the same, took advantage of this and started joking about pushing my sister away. There are times when I want to punch him in the face and that moment was one of those.

When we got to my house it was time to say goodbye to Tsurumi, it had already taken too long, but Keika did not want him to leave her, and while trying to persuade her, Taishi appeared, but only to complicate things as Aniki started calling Tsurumi.

I don't know what Taishi was thinking, but Tsurumi didn't seem to have a problem with that, what's more, he looked quite happy about it.

In the end, Taishi ended up inviting Tsurumi over to the house and Keika was also supportive of this idea, so we all went inside.

After putting Keika to bed, I changed my clothes and went to the room where Taishi and Tsurumi were chatting.

Although the first thing he did when he saw me was annoy me, it's okay that I love my siblings a lot but I'm not a Brocon at all, what's more, it's Tsurumi who in my opinion is a Siscon because of the way he describes his younger sister, is something that a person would do with that complex.

But before I could respond to his provocation, Taishi decided to interrupt me, his words embarrassed me, since it was true that I always talk about the fights I have with Tsurumi during dinner, but that was not information to say in front of he.

Fortunately, I was able to get Taishi to stop speaking before he said something that didn't need to be said.

Before meeting Tsurumi, I didn't usually talk much about what I was doing at the academy, but after our matches I had unknowingly started counting my matches with Tsurumi over dinner, and since Taishi seemed quite interested, I thought it would be fine.

Although I didn't want to admit it, little by little I began to admire Tsurumi, and this increased after spending these days with him.

At first it was only because of his strength and dedication that I saw during our practices, but these days that I spent with him I feel that I got to know him better, Tsurumi is also someone quite strange, since although I refused or tried to excuse myself, he was always against me, and I end up convincing myself. I guess I still have that weakness, since I thought he had left this in the past.

Without realizing it, the three of us were talking for hours, when Tsurumi realized this, he prepared to leave.

Before he went home he told me a few things about my condition, being as perceptive as he is, I assumed it was time for him to realize it, this saddened me a bit as I enjoyed his company, but I also said on that day that he would accompany me until I managed to recover, and that had already been fulfilled, so I no longer had the obligation to do so, in addition, he had already taken a lot of time both in the mornings and in the afternoons.

But now that I think about it, this didn't matter much, after all, we would still see each other during training and it seems like my house is on the way to Tsurumi's house, so he doesn't have to divert me much, so if I ask him to accompany me, he should accept right? Since from what I saw, he also seemed to enjoy talking to me a lot.

Although just thinking about this started to embarrass me, since it was a long time since I had talked that way with another person.

Remembering what he had said to Keika, I didn't know what Tsurumi thought of me, as maybe I was misinterpreting things like back then.

Without realizing it I had already arrived at the academy, but something looked strange, the lights at the entrance were off and as I approached the door I could make sure it was closed.

This is quite strange since today is Friday and it should be open.

"Hello Kawasaki"

I could hear someone calling me, when I turned around, I realized it was Watanabe and Tanaka. Will they know why the academy is closed?

'' Do you know why the academy is closed? ''

"Sensei forgot to advise that there would be no classes today" Tanaka answered my question.

I couldn't help but sigh upon hearing Tanaka's response, I guess I came for nothing.

''But since all the students came, we are behind the academy practicing, and we could also use your help Kawasaki, what do you say?''

Behind the academy there was a piece of land that had no owner, considering the number of students I suppose it would be a suitable place to practice.

"I agree, because if we all came, we could at least practice a bit before we go."

Then we started heading towards the back of the academy, but to my surprise the place was empty, this was strange, since according to Tanaka the other students should be here.

When I turned around to ask Tanaka, I could see his fist heading towards my face, so I quickly blocked and backed away.

''Hey Tanaka, what the hell do you think you're doing? '' I couldn't help but be angered by Tanaka's action.

"I guess it wouldn't be that easy, after all you're better than us." His words didn't answer my question.

"Now answer my question, if it's some kind of joke, it's not funny at all"

''Joke? Hahahaha, why should this be a joke?'' Tanaka's demeanour puzzled me, other than Watanabe was silent with his hands in his pockets.

"So why did you attack me so suddenly?"

"Isn't the answer obvious? To hurt yourself, it's easy to think about it."

His answer surprised me, why would he do such a thing?

"After all, since you came to the academy and became the best student, you started to look down on everyone else, this is not only for me but also for the other students that you despise."

What do you mean by that? I have never looked down on other students.

"Tanaka, what are you talking about?"

''Have you not noticed, or are we so insignificant to you that you simply prefer not to see it? ''

Everything Tanaka said didn't make any sense.

'' By your expression I can tell that you still don't understand what I mean, well let me clarify. Since you arrived you only focused on yourself, although some colleagues wanted to offer you help or give you some advice, you refused, you always looked at us as if you were better than us, and when you began to have a rapid improvement, you began to have the obligation to help us, as if you did it out of pity for us. How do you think we would see you if you showed that kind of attitude? It is simple as someone conceited and arrogant. So now on behalf of all the students you've always humiliated, I'll be sure to teach you a lesson to remind you of this, and luckily a good opportunity was provided to carry it out.

Tanaka's words puzzled me, at first when I started attending, I didn't want to be a burden to others, so I didn't want to upset them, and when I got better, I wanted to help others see the mistakes they made and could improve.

"You're wrong, at no time did I do the things you accuse me of"

"Let's stop this nonsense, after all, I brought you here for one purpose only."

That said, Tanaka advanced towards me, I was able to block several of his blows and try to counterattack, but every time I tried, he would go back.

This lasted several seconds, until we both returned to our original position, he had improved a lot, after all since Tsurumi arrived, he had not faced him again.

''It was to be expected, after all you are the best student for something, but it does not matter, after all tonight, you will fall '' Tanaka seemed to give some kind of signal to Watanabe and he was on guard, maybe he was also going to participate in this stupidity? I didn't have time to think so I'll prepare to face both of them as I didn't know what was going to happen, but I couldn't let these two hurt me.

Tanaka moved towards me again, but this time his movements were slower, so I took advantage of an oversight to hit my fist in his stomach, resulting in Tanaka gasping for air from the impact, I prepared to kick him in the head and knock him out, but before this he threw himself on top of me, I tried to block him but he did not attack me but he hugged me.

The situation had changed, I was restricted by Tanaka, although I was trying to get rid of him it was very difficult because of the way we were. Out of the corner of my eye I could see Watanabe approaching quickly, I braced myself for him to hit me, but instead he only said one word.

''I am sorry''

Quickly Tanaka released me, and I could feel something pressing against my stomach, moments later I felt a shock throughout my body.

"GAH"

My whole body felt numb, and pain was felt throughout my body, I couldn't help but collapse on the ground, looking at Watanabe I could see that he was holding an electroshock weapon. How cowardly could they be in using such weapons.

''Cowards'' Even though I only said one word, it was difficult to say as my whole body felt sore.

"In a fight everything is valid, but if you stick to the rules, you will never know, right Kawasaki?"

After saying this he laughed in a twisted way, do you hate me so much for doing this to me?

"Do you think this will work in your favor? Rest assured that I will not forgive you." Although I wanted to yell this at him, I couldn't, because just talking caused me pain.

''Are you thinking of accusing us? You think I haven't planned it, hahaha, I've already thought about it, I'll just say that while we were walking through this area, we saw how several people attacked you and beat you quite hard, as well as good friends we kicked them out and took you to the hospital. After all, who are they going to believe, the girl who is unconscious and does not remember very well what happened to some students who helped her? Also, don't worry, we'll leave you seriously injured to make sure it looks pretty credible.''

Friends? That he used that word pissed me off, but in my current situation there was nothing I could do.

"What's wrong Kawasaki, why is that face?"

Although I wanted to answer him, the pain in my body only increased.

"It seems that now if you know your place, just in case let me clarify you well"

Tanaka started to approach me, he could guess his intentions, so with all the strength I could muster, I tried to use my arms to protect my head.

I could feel a stronger pain in my stomach, Tanaka's foot had hit me.

"Come on Kawasaki, you are supposed to be the best student, you can't stand still while I hit you, right?"

Tanaka started kicking me all over my body, the pain only increased, but I couldn't do anything, I wanted to cry, but that time I had promised myself that I wouldn't do it again.

Why was this happening? Wasn't I good to everyone; didn't I help them out and make sure not to be a burden to them?

Maybe if I had gotten away from everyone and gotten involved with no one, this could have been avoided. Thinking about it, wasn't it the same with Tsurumi? Once I recovered, he no longer had the need to be with me, maybe he was just doing it out of pity and guilt. Oh, what a fool I was, all this time I thought maybe we were getting along but he was just taking responsibility for the damage he did to me, hahaha I'm stupid.

''Tanaka, don't you think you should stop? I think she suffered enough ''

"What are you saying Watanabe? We're just getting started, plus she's pretty tough so we can take some liberties, right Kawasaki''

She could feel a pain in my ankle, Tanaka stomped on it

''What's wrong Kawasaki, does this hurt you? Do not worry since we are just starting, also this place is not usually clear because we have all the time in the world "

As I kept getting beaten up by Tanaka, I couldn't begin to think that maybe someone would come to my aid, but that wouldn't happen.

Thinking that someone would help me in this situation was already foolish on my part, but if I did nothing, it is certain that I would end up quite serious from the blows and this would only worry my family, to think that Keika or Taishi could cry when they see me in such a state, it was the last thing I wanted to see.

Right now, I don't have anyone, I don't need friends or colleagues, since thinking that maybe I could have had a good relationship with my colleagues had led me to this situation, so I couldn't trust anyone, I can only trust myself. So, I am the only one who can help me right now.

Rest assured Tanaka, I will not forgive you for this.

Gathering all my strength, I was able to hold onto Tanaka's foot.

"That's the Kawasaki I wanted to see, the arrogant, superb Kawasaki we all know."

As I tried to focus so I could move my whole body, I could see Tanaka's other foot moving towards my face.

That was the last I could see.

You might wonder why Kawasaki looked so weak, knowing that it is quite strong and other things, but as I mentioned earlier, this chapter is supplemented by the next, so jumping to conclusions would be wrong.

And in case you're wondering, and maybe some are thinking that Raiden is coming to rescue him right now. Unfortunately, Raiden is buying his can of Max Caffe xD.

But as I mentioned and repeated twice, Kawasaki is not a weak person.

SkyChaser17: Do not worry, I am open to any suggestion, I also like that you try to guess future things, but this time you were wrong in everything xD

As for Kawasaki falling in love with Raiden, you are wrong, in this chapter, it is explained that she admires him, and I would like to add that not all women who interact with Raiden will fall in love with him, Miura's case was an exception due to how they happened things.

Maybe Raiden would give off that bad boy vibe, but remember that he likes to be quiet without much trouble, although I don't make it easy for him xD, so will Raiden necessarily turn heads at Sobu High? I do not believe it.

The canon will remain as it is, the accident of Hachiman and other things will not have any change, since changing the important things would remove the oregairu from this fic. By the way, regarding Hachiman being able to read Raiden as a book, that is so, since Raiden always tells the truth, even if it is half the truth, this is still a truth, so if Hachiman tries to read between lines to Raiden I would only get mistrust of this one since for Hachiman, all people have ulterior motives, this will be dealt with in due course, although I'm not thinking about it yet, but I guess I will later.

ShitUser: I am glad that you liked the interaction of the Kawasaki brothers with Raiden, it took me a long time to think about how to make them interact, as you have already read this chapter you will know that the course I took was more of violence, and perhaps Tanaka's motives are a little weak, but this is according to the personality of each one.

Tony: Sorry :'(, I know that Kawasaki is one of Oregairu main Waifus and no one would want to see her suffer, but this was the only thing I could think of.

Roffan: Kawasaki had an ankle injury so she receives the help of Raiden, he is in charge of helping her until she recovers, and as for the people of the Kawasaki Family I do know that there are 7 members, but for future things to have two brothers Minors more, it would only make some situations difficult, so I decided to stay with Keika and Taishi.

Thank you for your words of support.

Guest: from the Kawasaki bow onwards I managed to get a beta reader, so I think my writing is more readable, compared to what it was before, thanks for your words.

See you later