Academy City's Puppet Master

===Chapter 89 Changes===

Saturday, November [-]th.

Today was supposed to be a weekend break, but it was also a longer time for club activities in Shangji Academy, so the campus was still very lively, with students coming and going, running around and being active.

Ling Xingye didn't join any clubs, his spare time used to be completely occupied by endless fights and street performances, or used to prepare for fights and performances.

But today, he had to come to school early, and he has been busy since the morning, almost non-stop.

"...This is our school's library, with a collection of [-] books and even larger digital materials. To put it bluntly, this is the most comprehensive and largest library in Academy City." Ling Xingye introduced with a little pride , "Sorry, the upstairs is not open to the public, please move to the multimedia classroom..."

Ling Xingye is leading outsiders to visit the campus.

It is worth mentioning that, including the three leading teachers, the visiting group of more than [-] people is almost all foreigners with blond hair and blue eyes, and they are not good at Japanese, so they rely on simultaneous translators to ensure communication.

They are teachers and students from European universities.

Affected by the previous "Crusade" and "Angel Calling" incidents, Europe seems to have formed an alliance with Academy City, and they are stepping up communication with each other recently.

Because it is "Academy City" after all, one of the most important items is the planning of "exchange students" and "international students".

A few days ago, a delegation of teachers and students from the outside world suddenly appeared in Academy City to conduct inspections or study abroad for a short period of time to prepare for the next large-scale cooperation.

As one of the top five prestigious schools in Academy City, and also the No. [-] and best comprehensive school, it is natural to set an example and become the first name card of Academy City.

Many important delegations directly called for a visit to Changdian Shangji Academy.

At this moment, there are four more "visiting groups" of similar size in Changdian Shangji Academy.

The entire student union has been fully mobilized, and all members have devoted themselves to the front-line hospitality work, keeping their feet on the ground.

Even Lily Mezzas and Hitomi Shiranui, who are not from the student union but have extraordinary influence, were pulled over to help.

As for Ling Xingye, he is now a member of the student union, and he is also the vice president... Of course, the actual power is entirely the president.

On this Tuesday, the first day back to school, Ling Xingye was immediately called over by the teacher, and then had a meeting with the principal and all the school managers.

Up to now, Ling Xingye's secret "leader" identity has become an open secret - with the number and coverage of the group of armed incompetents, such things cannot be concealed even if they want to.

More importantly, the "leader" Ling Xingye is recognized by the chairman of Aleister. He can almost be regarded as half of the director, and he can be regarded as a real urban high-level.

This status made the school have to pay more attention to it.

Therefore, even if Ling Xingye himself wanted to keep a low profile and continue to maintain his superficial identity as an "ordinary student in Class [-], Grade [-]", it would be impossible in terms of actual manipulation.

And it is impossible for the school to treat Ling Xingye as an ordinary student anymore - he is not the kind of Accelerator, he just hangs up a student status, and other students who have almost no relationship with the school; Guaranteed attendance, "good students" with excellent grades!

As a last resort, the school, after careful consideration, asked Ling Xingye to join the student union, in line with his current status and influence as much as possible.

If it weren't for Ling Xingye's rejection in every possible way, he might have become the president of the Airborne Guild directly.

In the end, Ling Xingye had no choice but to accept the position of vice president.

I thought I was just hanging a name in the student union, acting as a mascot or a strategic deterrent, but I didn't expect a new job to come soon!

For the next four days, there were several waves of exchange students or study groups visiting the campus every day.

So Ling Xingye, who had just taken office, had to lead a team with the president to take charge of the reception.

After going through the same process several times, Ling Xingye was already familiar with it, and he was able to lead this group of foreigners around the campus with ease.

Until the school bell rang at [-]:[-] in the afternoon, the guests were finally sent away, and they met Hitomi Shiranui at the school gate.

"I'm so tired. I'd rather go to fight the automatic puppet for [-] rounds than do this kind of work again." Ling Xingye complained, "Speaking of which, the past few days are really calm, and there are no major cases on the law enforcement team... "

"Be patient a little longer," Hitomi Shiranui said, "You can rest tomorrow, and the principal said that there won't be so many people coming to visit in the future. Those who can't refuse have been entertained these days."

"Ah, this is the only good news I've heard these days." Ling Xingye waved his hand, and then asked, "Hitomi, do you have any plans after school?"

"Eh? I made an appointment to go shopping with Yuko and the others... If Xingye has something to do, I can refuse them." Saying that, Shiranui Hitomi took out her mobile phone.

"No, no, no!" Ling Xingye said quickly, "It's better to say that it's just right, I also want to resume the street performance that has been suspended for a long time."

Hitomi Shiranui calculated the time in her mind: "Okay, I will rush there as soon as possible, let's go to dinner together after the end."

So, after school, the two said goodbye temporarily, and Ling Xingye came to the streets of the fifth school district with his travel bag, and began the long-lost performance.

Due to the large number of foreigners recently, the streets in the evening seem to be more lively, and there seem to be a lot more people who are attracted to watch the performance.

Unfortunately, due to the natural limitations of venues and street performances, the number of spectators who can really see the performances is limited.

"But that's not the reason why you can't make money, right?" After the performance, Ling Xingye stared at the empty money box, dumbfounded. "It's obvious that the popularity hasn't decreased, and the feedback from the audience is also very good, so why is there no income?"

"Well, it's not incomprehensible." A familiar voice suddenly came from beside him.

Turning his head to look, it was Tsuchimikado Motoharu.

"Have prices started to rise so people have no money?"

"Because you are the 'leader' now, it must be rude to treat you like a street performer...I'm afraid everyone thinks so." Saying that, Tsuchimikado Motoharu put a 5000 yuan in the money box, "Even if you want to give a reward, if the amount is too small, it may be considered as looking down on you. So just..."

Ling Xingye was silent for a moment, and said: "No, I think people have become impetuous."

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"The atmosphere has changed. Now people are afraid that they are not in the mood to really enjoy life, let alone spend money on unnecessary things."

Tsuchimikado Motoharu nodded: "Indeed... I hope this kind of day will pass soon."

Ling Xingye suddenly said: "For my performance and the audience, the current situation must be reversed!"

"That's it..." Tsuchimikado Motoharu was stunned, "How should I put it? I admire you... Well, I wish you success."

Ling Xingye packed up the performance props and asked, "Then, what's the matter? Haven't you been recalled by Puritanism?"

During Ling Xingye's coma, Kanzaki Kaori and the Amakusa style left Academy City and returned to England.

Even Kamijou Touma changed his luck suddenly, won the grand prize of a ten-day trip to the UK, and took Index to travel.

Ling Xingye thought she was the only one left on the seventh floor of the apartment.

"That's what I said, but the necessary communication cannot be interrupted." Tsuchimikado Motoharu shrugged, "Especially in this situation."

"Still working? From double agent to liaison?"

"I should be called a diplomat or ambassador." Tsuchimikado Motoharu said with a smile, "But I'm not a 'double-sided' spy, and it's the same on your side—I'm also a member of the group of armed incompetents, 'chief'."

===Chapter [-] and things related to Misaka Mikoto===

After saying goodbye to Tuyumen Yuanchun, Ling Xingye put away the performance props listlessly, picked up his travel bag and prepared to leave.

As soon as he turned around, he saw Hitomi Shiranui behind him.

"Hitomi, you're here!" He walked over quickly and gave her a hug.

"Actually, it's been a while, but I saw you talking to Motoharu Tsuchimikado just now, so I didn't come over." Hitomi Shiranui responded generously to his hug.

Then he looked up at Ling Xingye's face: "What's the matter, aren't you happy with the long-lost performance?"

"The income has dropped sharply, obviously there are more audiences..." Ling Xingye smiled helplessly.

"No one dares to give it—I saw it in the crowd just now. Many people took back their wallets after hesitation." Shiranui Hitomi said, "Everyone seems to know Xingye's identity. If you give too little, it will be like I'm insulting you..."

"Sure enough..." Ling Xingye sighed while hearing the same words for the second time, "That's why I don't want to be a leader!"

"Okay, anyway, you are not short of this income now, right?" Shiranui Hitomi comforted.

Indeed, as the "leader" of the group of armed incompetents, it is impossible for Ling Xingye to be short of money if he lacks anything.

Even if this part of "grey income" is not counted, the special scholarship he received due to being the vice chairman of the student union is enough for Ling Xingye's daily expenses - even including the production and maintenance of puppets.

What's more, there is also the "pocket money" given by Sister Yang, and the action allowance from the "Silver Organization"...

Zero and zero finally figured it out, Ling Xingye's financial situation has long since gotten rid of the predicament of hovering on the verge of deficit.

"However, only the income from street performances can directly reflect my level of strength." Ling Xingye complained, "I only know that my fighting strength has improved now, but as a professional puppet show performer, I don't know how much progress I have made? "

Hitomi Shiranui immediately said: "I think it has improved a lot! Everyone is praising and applauding, but I dare not give money because of concerns."

Then, she said distressedly: "Unfortunately, it's inconvenient for me to continue to take the lead in giving rewards... It seems that everyone knows my relationship with Xingye."

The two were walking on the bustling street, Ling Xingye suddenly said: "That girl Meiqin didn't come."

"Huh? Why did you mention Misaka-san suddenly?" Hitomi Shiranui turned her head to look at him instantly.

"Well," Ling Xingye rubbed his chin, "If she is here, will she take the lead in rewarding?"

After all, when they met for the first time, that young lady generously threw in [-] yuan bills. Ling Xingye missed such a "big client" very much.

Moreover, Misaka Mikoto's words will definitely not be affected by the status of "leader", and she can still give feedback as always.

"Is that so?" Hitomi Shiranui showed a strange expression, "...Take a step back and say that she is in a similar situation to me, so she will definitely be recognized as a supporting actor, right?"

Recalling Misaka Mikoto's active figure in various battlefields, Ling Xingye couldn't help but nodded in agreement.

"Speaking of which, I always feel like I haven't seen her recently, and she was so enthusiastic about running to the headquarters before." Ling Xingye sighed.

Hitomi Shiranui stopped immediately, and grabbed Ling Xingye's arm, forcing him to stop too.

Facing Ling Xingye's "what's the matter" look in his eyes, the girl sighed heavily, and turned his body to face her with both hands.

"Xingye," Hitomi Shiranui's tone was extremely serious, "Are you serious about this question?"

"what happened?"

"Don't you know why Misaka-san deliberately avoided you?"

"Deliberately avoid me? Why?" This time it was Ling Xingye's turn to be surprised. In his impression, Misaka Miqin always seemed to come to her door to ask for a duel.

"Why are you surprised by Xingye?" Hitomi Shiranui said speechlessly, then stomped her feet vigorously, her face flushed, "Because we have established a relationship, a relationship of lovers!"

Recalling the scene of ecstasy and kissing in the hospital, and in front of Misaka Mikoto and the others... Ling Xingye also coughed lightly to cover up his embarrassment.

"Cough, it's true...but Mikoto doesn't seem like such an innocent and shy person."

From Ling Xingye's point of view, Misaka Miqin usually has a tomboy-like personality, so she shouldn't run away just because she saw the kissing scene.

"Ah, I really can't expect Xingye to be a piece of wood..." Seeing that Ling Xingye hadn't lied, Shiranui Tong immediately felt ridiculous for his guard just now.

"I'll just say it straight, because that child likes starry nights... a vague feeling."

"Misaka Mikoto? How is that possible!"