All the Heroines are my Ex-girlfriends-Chapter 211: Sora Ginko’s Maiden Ribbon

"Speaking of shogi, I might take a leave next month."

Yukima Azuma said.

Hearing that, the three girls in the student council room all turned to look at him.

"Is there a match coming up?" Shinomiya Kaguya blinked and asked.

"Something like that…" Yukima Azuma nodded.

It had been over a month since she last saw her shishou.

Yukima Azuma patted her head in response.

His gaze then shifted to the young woman standing behind her.

Today, Sora Ginko was wearing an icy blue kimono.

A symbol of her seriousness toward shogi.

The obi belt around her waist was tied into a large butterfly bow—an emblem of maidenhood.

Because of it, her slender waist was accentuated even more.

A truly delicate, palm-sized waist.

Incredibly alluring.

"L*licon."

(¬`‸´¬)

Seeing Yukima Azuma's gaze shift, Sora Ginko pouted slightly, her tone laced with a hint of jealousy.

"Senpai looks absolutely stunning today."

Yukima Azuma spoke with sincerity.

Faced with such a direct attack, Sora Ginko's defenses crumbled instantly.

Her snow-white face flushed a deep red.

"What about me? What about me, shishou?!"

>⩊<

Hinatsuru Ai, still nestled in Yukima Azuma's chest, looked up and pointed at herself.

"Umu umu, Ai looks adorable today too."

ദ്ദി(˵ •̀ ᴗ - ˵ ) ✧

Yukima Azuma said before giving her another affectionate head pat.

Hinatsuru Ai's face instantly lit up with joy.

In reality, besides the two of them—

There were quite a few others at the entrance.

Sainokami Ika was there, as was Kiyotaki Keika.

Both of them were also participating in the Mynavi Women's Open Shogi Tournament this time.

Additionally, the Hinatsuru family had specially prepared a vehicle to transport everyone.

After a brief exchange of greetings—

Yukima Azuma and the group boarded the car.

He sat next to Sora Ginko.

His gaze unconsciously fell upon the oversized butterfly bow tied at her back.

A kimono's bow was a symbol of a young maiden.

When a girl matured, she would typically wear her hair up and no longer tie such bows.

Furthermore—

There was an unspoken rule that if someone untied this bow, they would have to take responsibility.

Yukima Azuma reached out and touched the silk ribbon.

Its smooth texture felt rather pleasant, making him reluctant to let go.

Sora Ginko noticed his subtle action.

Her teeth gently bit down on her cherry lips.

If it had been anyone else daring to touch her bow—

Sora Ginko would have already pulled out a kitchen knife.

But since it was Yukima Azuma—

She let him be.

After all… it wasn't a problem.

"Speaking of which, Ai-chan still hasn't joined a workshop, has she?"

At that moment, Kiyotaki Keika, who was sitting in the front, suddenly brought up the topic.

Hearing her own name mentioned, Hinatsuru Ai blinked in curiosity.

"Eh? What's a workshop?"

Hearing that, Kiyotaki Keika sighed helplessly and turned her head, shooting a glare at Yukima Azuma.

This master of hers…

He hadn't even explained something as basic as workshops to his disciple?

Although Hinatsuru Ai had only officially become his student for about a month—

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In reality, she had been learning shogi for a long time.

"A workshop is the introductory system of the shogi world," Keika explained.

"Normally, only by joining one and consistently competing to climb the ranks within it—"

"Can someone become an officially recognized female player. There's even a chance to enter Shoureikai and aim for the professional leagues."

Yukima Azuma added a brief explanation before steering the conversation.

"However, there are other ways to become a female player, such as this tournament."

"Today, I plan to take Ai to register for a workshop first, then let her compete in the tournament right away."

"As long as she passes the qualifiers and wins a match in the main tournament, she can immediately become a female player—saving a lot of time and effort."

"After that, with some research matches and official games, her ranking will rise very quickly."

Hinatsuru Ai nodded, half-understanding.

That sounded… intense?

Oh well, whatever shishou says, she'll just do it.

Meanwhile, Kiyotaki Keika, sitting in the front row, let out a bitter smile.

It sounded easy when said like that.

But who could possibly skip training in a workshop—

And still make it through the official qualifiers to become a female player in one step?

That was just common sense.

However, Hinatsuru Ai was definitely an exception.

Keika understood Ai's talent all too well.

This girl… had already reached Shoureikai-level strength long ago.

A girl who hadn't even joined a workshop yet—

Was already at the level of Shoureikai.

Meanwhile, Kiyotaki Keika, now twenty-five years old, was still struggling in the workshop system.

Comparison was truly cruel.

Even if they were from the same household.

Still, Kiyotaki Keika couldn't help but feel a sting in her heart.

As a grown woman—

She didn't show it outwardly, only lowering her head in silence.

At that moment, Yukima Azuma leaned forward—

Placing both hands on Kiyotaki Keika's shoulders.

His fingers gently massaged them, helping her relax.

At the same time, his voice rang out with unwavering certainty:

"Keika-nee, don't be discouraged. This year, you will become a female player."

His tone carried the weight of an undeniable truth.

Kiyotaki Keika felt a surge of motivation from his words.

But soon, doubt crept back into her heart.

If only things could really go the way Yukima Azuma said…

But… could she really do it?

"Keika-nee, don't worry. After all, it's Azuma saying it," Sora Ginko chimed in.

As Keika's kouhai,

Her feelings toward Keika were no less than Yukima Azuma's.

Of course, she also hoped Keika would become an official female player.

If she missed the age limit and lost her chance—

It wouldn't be a matter of status.

What Ginko feared most was that Keika wouldn't be able to bear the blow of failure.

"Keika-nee will definitely make it!" (note: she calls Keika's "-nee" not "oba-san" like she calls Ginko.)

Hinatsuru Ai also cheered her on.

"Umu! I'll do my best!"

Kiyotaki Keika finally felt her fighting spirit ignite.

For these younger siblings alone—

As their big sis, she had to be strong!

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