A shoutout to Aqua-sama and some others who think that 8man was OOC in the previous chapter, it's probably because most of the people who got into Oregairu have only seen the anime. The anime was just made to boost the sales of the LN and contains like only 10% of the content. Character development wasn't too deep or obvious in the anime with just a bit of change in the way of thinking happened while in the LN, 8man's thoughts and behavior was almost like how I wrote the chapter 2 (though I agree, I rushed the change a bit).This fic is basically my take on the volume 12 (the upcoming and perhaps the last LN volume) and hence a lot of change in character is gonna take place, simply put this fic might be a bit more OOC in the coming time.

And to the guest who thinks this was just crap and stuff (I also presume you're the guy who gave the same kind of review for chap 1), Please keep in mind that this is my first attempt at a fanfic or writing itself in general and I'm still learning. So instead of being a lazy dickhead, please state the reason why you think this was 'Kinda stupid'. Heck just stop reading, I don't want to burden you by making you read something you hate so much.

Because of people like you who don't know how hard it is to write a fic and do nothing but criticize others, a good writer (gnt00q) left writing fanfics.

EDIT : I don't know why but what IamZero said hit me really hard. Making excuses is a thing I'm good at, and for the record, the above reply was written really long time ago when gnt00q's 'retirement' news was kinda fresh so I wrote it in the heat of the moment (shit, I made an excuse again). So first of all, sorry for the stuff I wrote above. But about 'dissing' non-writers, I never intended to offend anyone and that comment which I gave was targeted to those who don't know the pain of satisfyingly every reader or something. This in my opinion is a very debatable topic and given the chance, you and I, Zero, might be arguing about this for a long time. Then again sorry for the other stuff put up there and I'll definitely iqnore things like that in the future :(

Putting that aside, lets get on with the story:-

Could this day get even worse? A brain-splitting headache, an accident on the cycle resulting in an injured knee, and now getting humiliated by a teacher in front of the whole class, losing the small bit of dignity I had left. Just my luck.

I stood, staring at the function I have no idea how to solve. I can make out lines and shit, but I'm completely clueless here. I continued to stare at the equation; seemingly lacking the coordinates, or so that's what I got from my dug up pseudo-knowledge.

"How much of an idiot are you?" a voice stated.

Our usual Mathematics teacher got sick, and, as a substitute, we got this new, grumpy one who is quite new to teaching, according to Hiratsuka-sensei, that is. I'm guessing things didn't work out for him and now he's taking out his anger and frustration on me by giving the hardest problem I've ever seen. That, or I really am horrible in this subject. Hey, I never said I was good at it!

Wait, even our class-top Hayama looked confused, how the fuck am I supposed to do this, then?

"Are you dumb too? Answer me, boy!" He gruffly exclaims. Calm down, Hachiman. This guy is just being a sore loser.

"No, sensei. I don't get this problem…" I say in the politest way I could manage, suppressing the urge to talk back.

Before retorting, he gave out a chuckle that practically screamed: You suck.

"I knew it. Does anyone know how to solve this?" He asked. As a response, everyone tilted their heads to the ground. I swear I could see his face reddening out of anger and smoke coming out of his head.

"Dimwits, all of you! You can't even hope to…" He continued to heatedly speak about our incompetence. Honestly, I think I'm not in my classroom, but rather in his consciousness right now.

My brain went to standby mode, and everything became a blur. After what seemed like all eternity, the bell rung, signaling the end of this period, and the arrival of lunch.

As usual, I sit quietly in my seat eating lunch, doing my hobby of watching and eavesdropping others; mostly Hayama's clique and that's when I realize Yuigahama was absent today. Wow, guess I was too engrossed in my thought to notice her absence.

It was also a shame that it was wet outside.

"That math period was a total disaster, ya'know!?" I hear Tobe exclaim. Tobe, do you even know how to speak normal Japanese?

"Well, the problems he gave were quite hard." Hayama replies. Oh? Getting a little humble, I see. Although I'm not really sure if you were telling the truth or not. Really.

"If they're hard for you, then it must be impossible for us!" Yama-something frantically says.

"It's nothing like that. I bet even you can get them if you practice a bit." The prince said with his usual million-watt smile. Argh, I'll never understand why these people have such stupid, meaningless conversations on something trivial like mathematics.

Wait a second. Mathematics... studies... I think I'm forgetting something.

That's it. I forgot that I have a huge science report that's due on Monday! Dammit, I'm weak in that subject. I need some help. Let's check my options:

1) 'Almost' school topper Hayama. No way in hell. I don't think I could do that.

2) The science teacher himself? Nah, he's still pissed at my previous report.

Now the only one left is… Yukino Yukinoshita.

She's 'the' best when it comes to studies, and all she does in the clubroom is read a classic/boring book, so why not bug her a bit today?

"What do you mean by 'I didn't start working on it yet'? How lazy can you be to start working on a report literally 2 days from the date of submission?" The ever-so-cold ice queen claims and I'm sure she was quite happy to say/insult me aloud. That reaction was expected; hence I have come prepared!

"You see, Yukinoshita, the sheer amount of work scared me. I'm but a peasant treading the fields of science, and shouldn't a righteous angel such as yourself guide this poor soul?" Wow, those acting skills! Why didn't you get an Oscar yet, Hachiman?

Instead of the look of enlightenment I expected, I was given yet another scorning mien. She crosses her arms, a bulge surprisingly appearing, and prepares to speak. I know what this means. Defenses: Maximum.

"First of all, flattery won't get you anywhere. Second, they gave us almost a month to complete it, Hikigaya-kun." Dammit, she hit the spot.

"I know, but, even so, please help me on this!" I practically begged her. I'm desperate, for this is perhaps the last report that I have to submit. No science work ever again. So, sensei specifically told me to write a good one, or else, he'll rat me on to Hiratsuka-sensei. How'd he know I'm (kind of) scared of her anyways? Is he stalking me?

As I was stuck in my own thoughts, I was brought out of my trance by a sigh.

"I guess I do have to help you; being the president of the Service Club. The report is too big to write right now. Therefore, I suggest you gather information today, and perhaps you could come to my house tomorrow and I'll help you with it."

...really? From being ignored and treated like scum, to being commanded and now being invited to her house. That's some hardcore manipulation, Yukinoshita; at least that's what I'd like to think.

As they say, lazy people are geniuses. I just thought of an awesome idea.

"Wait a second, Yukinoshita. Did you complete your report?" I ask with a small grin on my face.

"Yes, I did. Unlike you, I completed it soon after it was given." She answers, and that's exactly what I want to hear!

"So, wouldn't it be easier if you just gave yours to me and I just copy it down, make a few changes to look unique and just submit it?"

The second time today, my expectations were wrong.

Hearing this, Yukinoshita shakes her head disapprovingly.

"It is the motto of the Service Club to teach someone to do something rather than to do the work for him." Ah, she used the 'motto card', which implies that I could either listen to her, or face my teacher's wrath.

'But to work is to lose, Hachiman. What about your noble principles?' You sure aren't making this easy, voice-in-my-head guy.

"Well, I don't seem to have a choice." I don't think I can take another hit from Hiratsuka-sensei. There goes my Sunday...

"I'll send you the details of when to come. Maybe tonight."

"And how are you going to do that? You don't have my number, Forgetfulshita-san." I cheekily retort.

"Then hand me your phone. I'll add it."

No way. If your icy, cold number gets added, then Totsuka's number will start shivering!

I took the phone out, still thinking of whether to give her my number or not. Yukinoshita visibly gets annoyed, and yanks the phone out of my hand. After typing her number, she gives it a ring and voila, now I have her number. Wait a second, now I could use it to prank call her through some phone booth!

"Hikigaya-kun, please keep in mind that if you make any prank calls, I'll put a harassment case on you." Eh? How'd you read my mind? Are you a psychic or something?

"Oh, I almost forgot. Do you know why Yuigahama was absent today?" I let out the question that's been bugging me for a while. Oi, I'm not obsessed with her or anything, she is my friend and I'm just ensuring if she was fine.

"Yes, she sent me a text saying that since faraway relative of her died." She somberly replies. Dammit, another thing for her to endure.

"Don't worry. When I asked her about her well-being, she said that she didn't even know the person who died, so I don't think it would affect her that much." Well, that's good enough for now, but, knowing her, I think she'll be sad even if she sees some random, stray dog get hurt.

In the corner of my eye, seeing the clock, I notice that it's almost five in the afternoon.

"It's getting late. I need to do some research on that report, anyway."

"See you tomorrow, then. I have a bit of work with Hiratsuka-sensei, so you go on." She replied.

"Onii-chan, you just got a text from Yukino-san! What does this mean!? Did you finally start dating her?!" I hear Komachi exclaim as she squeals like a banshee.

Oh shit, I think I forgot my phone in the kitchen when I went there to get a drink!

I check and just like before, I predicted what she would say:

Sender: Yukino Yukinoshita

Subject: Details on when to visit

Hikigaya-kun, you can come to my apartment at about 10 or 11 o'clock, but please don't take this as an opening of some sort. I fear very much for my chastity, and will not hesitate to call the police if you do anything suspicious. Remember, the number is at speed dial.

I swear I felt her smirk being emitted from this message.

Do I really look that shady? I know that she was joking about it, but as they say, jokes are half meant.

Putting that aside, I think I really need to look into the topic, for if I just walk into her house without even knowing a bit about the report, begging for her help in every damn thing, she might literally kick me out for my stupidity.

...

Phew, my brain is literally fried with all that hard work put into that troublesome work. Wait, wasn't that redundant?

Time to jump onto my bed and escape into the land of dreams!

Though, seriously, I don't want to see any nightmares related to Yuigahama, today's grumpy teacher, or about Yukinoshita killing me tomorrow. Don't people get dreams about what they think before going to sleep? The hell, I should just stop thinking and start snoring already!

"WAKE UP ONI-CHAN!", and who wouldn't wake up with that? I mean if recorded that would be the best selling alarm tone for all corporate slaves!

"Oi Komachi, what did I tell you about shouting in my ears huh? And isn't it Sunday today, let me sleep a but more..."

"No way! This could be your only chance not to end up as a 50 year old virgin, so I'm not going to take any chances you know? Hah that gave me a lot of Komachi-points!" Hey, though the fact that you are considerate makes me happy, wasn't that a bit rude.

"I told you before, I'm going there just to complete my report and nothing else, please stop fantasizing about things like this, its still 7 Am and I need to get there at something like 11, so even if I start from our house at 10:30, I'll still make it on time."

"Aww you're no fun Oni-chan," Hachiman, you really need to choose your words more carefully, Komachi's upset, now what would make her happy again?

"Ok, how about this, if you let me sleep another hour, I'll let you choose my clothes today," Hachiman they should make you the minister of external affairs, and there would definitely be world peace!

...

'I know you're a Princess and I'm just a stable-boy, but...'1

"It's 8:30 now, wake up!" and so I wake up finding my cute little sister with some clothes clutched in her hands.

"And don't worry about a thing Oni-chan, the clothes I chose will definitely make Yukino-chan fall head over heels for you."

What the, these clothes are totally disgusting and stupid, or in other words according to normal people, are in 'fashion', but I will endure this for you Komachi! That line surely gave me a lot of points.

And then I quickly complete my breakfast and glance at the clock, it's still just 9:12, no need to worry about being late.

Argh, this its going to be a long day!

1 a reference from 'Monsters University'

Guess this chapter got updated pretty quickly (atleast compared to the previous ones), and funnily enough, whoever gives me a lot of criticism in reviews (the constructive type, mind you), is ending up as another unofficial beta reader to the story, first Sonochu and now Aqua-sama. Anyway thanks to them for giving some light touches and making this chapter better!

Oh and I'll update this chap if I find any mistakes :3

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