Chapter 207

"I'm going to drop by the Club Room. There might be some unfinished business, and I want to say hello to Inoo-sunbae and Senior Nanase."

"Really? All right. I'll call you as soon as the meeting's over, so see you later."

"Got it. But where's Miura?"

"Who knows? Didn't he go to the restroom?"

Tetsuya... your presence is shrinking by the day, and now even Miyuki is forgetting about you.

Between the school trip and today's exam results... it must be tough, right? I completely understand how you feel.

Still, you should muster up your courage and keep kicking those airballs.

That way, I can slap you across the face again.

"Ah! Junior!"

Chinami was inside the Club Room, wearing her uniform.

Welcoming me with a bright smile, she trotted over and hid her hands behind her back.

"It's finally winter break."

"Yeah. Are you heading down to the countryside today?"

"That's right. We're driving down tonight. It's such a shame I can't spend the new year with you."

We can just spend it together next year, or the year after at the latest.

Including Hiyori.

Swallowing those words, I simply nodded.

"I guess so. Send me a lot of pictures once you get there."

"Of course. I'll send them as soon as I arrive."

"Got it. Did you come here with the President?"

"Yes. Renka is outside in the storage room right now."

"Is that so? Then, hold on a second..."

Trailing off, I took a large step toward Chinami, slightly lifted her uniform skirt, and slipped my hand underneath.

"Mya!?"

She let out her signature cute gasp as I gently stroked the curve of her butt.

"J-Junior...!"

Chinami's face turned bright red in an instant as she glanced out the window.

She seemed anxious that Renka might walk in.

"I-It's a little problematic if you just do this out of nowhere..."

"I won't be able to touch you for a while, so I have to get plenty of touching in now."

"Ah... is that how it works?"

"Yep."

"I see... I understand."

She accepted it completely.

Our Chinami is just way too cute for her own good.

Before long, the breaths escaping Chinami's nose grew heavier.

Her skin, which had been a bit cool to the touch, was now warm.

It was proof that she was slowly getting aroused.

I had about twenty minutes left until Miyuki arrived.

Wouldn't that be plenty of time to do it once with Chinami?

Just as I had that thought, an interrupter inevitably appeared.

—Chinami! I need to lock the door, so come out!

Hearing Renka's voice from outside the Club Room, I gave the inside of Chinami's thigh one last stroke before pulling my hand away.

"Shall we head out?"

"...Um... I-I think I need to use the restroom for a moment...! You go on out first...!"

Chinami hurriedly straightened her uniform and headed toward the restroom.

I watched her rapidly retreating figure, then headed out of the Club Room and raised a hand to greet Renka, who flinched at the sight of me.

"Hello, President."

"Why are you always in the Club Room?"

"Is it weird for a manager to check if everything is in order in the Club Room before winter break?"

I looked Renka up and down as if she were talking nonsense, making her clear her throat in embarrassment.

"...I suppose. Was Chinami inside?"

"She said she'd be back after going to the restroom. Let's wait together."

"I don't mind waiting, but could you keep your distance?"

"No, thanks. The final exam scores are out, right? What was your rank?"

Renka's eyes immediately sank at those words.

"...What about you?"

"I asked first."

"I asked you back first."

"But I'm the one who brought it up."

"And I'm the one who redirected it first."

What was with this weird wordplay? Was it some kind of mirror game?

Seeing her spout that nonsense without even blinking, it seemed she was finally adapting to my words and actions.

"Don't be unreasonable."

"Look who's talking."

"Fine. Today is a special day, so I'll put up with your unreasonableness just this once. I placed tenth."

"Wh-What...? Don't lie...!"

Renka's eyes doubled in size.

Smirking at her intense reaction, I asked,

"Judging by your reaction, it looks like your rank is lower than mine."

"...Shut up."

"Looks like the wish from our bet goes to me. Too bad for you, President."

"That's unreasonable...! I never agreed to a bet."

Finding it funny how quickly she made excuses, I spoke calmly.

"And what about the nonsense you just spouted, President?"

"I don't know. I don't see any need to grant the wish of someone who doesn't even consider the difference in difficulty between the first and second-year exams."

She was really dragging this out. Cute.

Enjoying Renka's real-time shifting expressions, I decided to change the subject for her sake.

"I just need to be there by six thirty the day after tomorrow, right?"

"...Right. But hey... you aren't missing out on a trip or something for the new year because of me, are you?"

"If I had plans, I would have told you beforehand that I couldn't make it. Don't worry about it."

"Good, then..."

"Anyway, it seems you aren't heading down to the countryside, President?"

"I'm just... spending it at home with my family, and that's it."

"I see. Have a great new year."

"Yeah... you too."

"Can I text you tomorrow if I'm bored?"

"No. Absolutely do not."

"I'll send you a text."

"I won't reply."

She says that, but I know she'll reply anyway.

After spending some time bickering with Renka, I examined Chinami's face as she stepped out of the Club Room.

It was slightly damp. Did she wash her face to cool off her arousal?

This made me really regret not being able to do it with Chinami... Since Renka was the one who interrupted, I should probably collect my dues from her instead.

I wanted to sleep in since it was winter break, but I had to wake up early today and tomorrow.

Frowning deeply at the blaring alarm, I kicked the covers off and forced my heavy eyelids open.

It was cold. Even with the heater on, there was a lingering chill.

Should I call it a cold befitting the new year? It didn't feel entirely bad.

Stretching my upper body and giving my muscles a light pull, I went to take a shower.

When I arrived at Miyuki's house on time, the front door naturally swung open, as if they had heard the car.

Approaching, I gave a respectful bow as Miyuki, Kanna, and Midori greeted me, all dressed in kimonos.

"Hello, Ma'am. Happy New Year."

"Happy New Year to you too, Matsuda-kun."

Even though they were planning to head down to the countryside right after breakfast, seeing them all dressed up meant they were probably trying to give me a taste of the holiday spirit.

"I should have worn a kimono too."

"No, it doesn't matter at all. If I thought it would be better, I would have had Miyuki tell you to wear one."

Ah... behold the benevolence befitting those large breasts that even a kimono couldn't conceal.

How could I not marvel at it?

"It's cold, isn't it? Come on in."

Bowing once more at Midori's words, I stepped into Miyuki's warm house, exchanged greetings with Wataru, and sat down at the dining table.

I immediately noticed the rectangular stacked boxes filled with various dishes resting on the table.

Starting with braised dishes, there was lotus root, black beans, and shrimp—it seemed Midori had prepared Osechi.

"You're hungry, right? Let's skip the New Year blessings for now and eat."

With Wataru lifting his chopsticks as a signal, Miyuki's family and I enjoyed a meal in a harmonious atmosphere.

Unlike before, Miyuki was sitting right next to Kanna.

Seeing the two sisters—who looked so much alike—getting along so well made me crave a sister sandwich.

Miyuki, who seemed innocent but was incredibly lewd on the inside, and Kanna, who oozed sex appeal with eyes sharper than her younger sister's but was completely clueless about anything sexual.

Not only would there be plenty of entertaining situations, but it would also be incredibly hot.

After finishing the meal, I flashed a smile at Midori—who firmly insisted I didn't need to help—and assisted Wataru in loading the gifts for their relatives into the trunk.

Meanwhile, Miyuki, having changed her clothes, came downstairs and pulled me a little ways away from the house before speaking.

"It would have been nice if you came with us, Matsuda-kun."

"We'll go together next time."

"Yeah. When I get back tonight, I'll go straight to your place, Matsuda-kun."

"No. Just let me know when you're back and get some rest. I have to head out early tomorrow."

"Where are you going?"

"I decided to work a one-day part-time job at a shop run by Inoo-sunbae's uncles."

"Oh, really? That place from last time?"

"Yeah. Her uncles really wanted me to come."

"Did you do that good of a job, Matsuda-kun?"

"Well, I don't know about that. They just seem to like me."

"They probably like you because you did a good job, Matsuda-kun."

Miyuki lightly patted my coat collar and continued.

"When does work end?"

"I'm not sure. It'll depend on when the ingredients run out, but it shouldn't be too late."

"Got it, then. Work hard. Call me before you go."

"Will do."

I waited in front of the house until Miyuki and her family set off, watching her poke her head out from the back seat of Wataru's car and wave before I finally got into my own.

It felt good right from the first day. For some reason, I had a feeling this entire break was going to be fun.

A house exuding a strong traditional vibe.

Parking my car a short distance away, I spent some time gazing at the distinct dark, deep blue sky just before sunrise.

Later, Renka emerged from her house and knocked on the window, so I unlocked the door.

Clack.

"Morning."

Renka greeted me as she got into the car, a strong scent of blueberries wafting from her.

A light layer of makeup was visible on her face.

She definitely didn't do this to look good for me, right?

Glancing at her pale skin tone smoothed out by foundation, I spoke up.

"Morning. Did you put on makeup?"

"I did."

"Why?"

"My oldest uncle told me to wear it."

I understood her uncles' intentions.

Since Renka had a pretty face, they were planning to use her as the face of the shop, right?

If the shop her uncles ran had been a restaurant or café in a bustling downtown area, that would have been highly effective, but it was located in a tourist spot.

That meant it was a place frequented by couples, spouses, and families. Because of that, the strategy wouldn't do much.

Still, whatever... it wouldn't hurt for her to look pretty, so I just let it be.

"It looks good on you."

"So what?"

"Can't I even compliment you?"

"Don't. You only plan to tease me anyway, so what compliment...! You're all talk..."

The black skinny jeans worn by the grumbling Renka really stood out.

She had a small frame outside of her hips, making her slender to begin with, but her outfit made her look even taller.

Her body was truly optimized for a bunny girl. I was absolutely going to make her wear the outfit I bought her this time.

And I'd make her do a little rabbit dance right in front of me.

"...Wh-what is it? Why are you staring at me like that?"

Did she read my wicked intentions?

Renka pressed herself against the window and furrowed her brow.

"What kind of look is it?"

"It's the look of someone having weird thoughts...!"

"I'm not thinking about anything at all. Aren't you the one having weird thoughts, President?"

"J-just drive already...! Keep your eyes on the road!"

"Did you eat before you came?"

"I didn't eat...!"

"Then we can stop at a rest area on the way and..."

"No...! My uncle said he'll feed us before opening, so I don't need to eat...!"

"Why are you cutting me off? Anyway, we're off."

Flashing a toothy grin, I released the parking brake and shifted the gear into drive.

Then, slowly taking my foot off the brake, I called out to Renka.

"By the way, President."