How To Ruin A Love Comedy – Chapter 125

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Translated By Arcane Translations
Translator: Nekorune
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It was past ten o’clock. What was she doing here so late?

I opened the window and stepped out onto the veranda, where I spotted her hopping along the stone path, avoiding the grass, as she made her way towards my house.

“What are you doing?”

“Were you awake?”

“I was just about to go to bed. Come on up.”

Miyuki quickened her pace and stood before me.

There was something that looked like sand in her hair.

I carefully brushed it off and chided her, “I told you to call if you were coming over.”

“I thought you might be asleep…”

“I told you to wake me up even if I was, didn’t I? Don’t you remember?”

“I remember, but I didn’t want to wake you.”

“That’s so like you. What’s all over your hair?”

“I think it’s sand. I was at the playground.”

“Playground?”

So she met Tetsuya there… Did she come straight here after meeting him?

Tilting my head, I ushered Miyuki inside as a cold breeze blew.

Miyuki sat by the portable heater next to the TV, blowing on her hands.

I plopped down beside her and asked, “What do you mean you came straight from the playground?”

“Well… I was going to go straight home, but Tetsuya-kun hit his head…”

“Huh…?”

What did I just hear?

Hit his head? Tetsuya?

Did Miyuki whack him over the head with a hammer?

Seeing my jaw drop in astonishment, Miyuki sighed and started explaining.

This is what happened: Miyuki called Tetsuya to the playground and confronted him about what happened today. While he was sitting on the swing listening to her, he suddenly fell backward.

The back of his head hit a rock hidden in the sand, causing bleeding, and he ended up in the emergency room.

Miyuki helped him get home, then went to the emergency room with his parents, and had just returned.

She told Midori that she would be sleeping over at a friend’s house, since it was nearby.

“…It must have been a rock that some kids left behind while playing. They should put up a warning sign or something.”

What kind of event was that?

That bastard Tetsuya was just unlucky.

Chuckling dryly, I asked, “Is Miura okay?”

“He bled a lot, but the wound wasn’t deep, just wide. The doctor told him to come back tomorrow morning, so he should be home by now.”

“Really? But why did he fall?”

“It looked like he lost his balance.”

Seeing how concerned for Tetsuya she was, I pulled Miyuki closer by her waist.

“It’s a relief that nothing serious happened.”

Miyuki leaned her head against my shoulder and looked up at me with her large eyes.

“Matsuda-kun, I have something to ask you.”

“Ask away.”

“…No. I’ll tell you later. I want to apologize first. I’m sorry.”

“For what?”

“Just… everything.”

Did she think she was partly responsible for Tetsuya saying those things?

Or was there something about her earlier behavior that was bothering her?

Whatever it was, it was cute how she expressed her delicate emotions.

I stroked Miyuki’s arm and smiled gently.

“I’m sorry too.”

“Hmm…”

She suddenly let out a soft moan and fidgeted.

She looked quite touched, as if she hadn’t expected me to apologize back.

Or maybe she liked the sound of my husky voice late at night.

“Since you couldn’t bring your bag… I guess you’ll have to be back home early tomorrow morning?”

“Yeah…”

“Will Miura’s parents take him to the hospital?”

“They probably will.”

“Alright. Want to shower together?”

“…”

Miyuki must have smelled the shampoo in my hair.

Yet, she simply nodded shyly, never saying she wanted to shower alone.

I was happy to see her feelings for me grow stronger.

I stood up to start the bathwater, and chuckled when Miyuki grabbed my wrist and wouldn’t let go.

“What are you doing?”

“T-Today, I’m tired, so we’re only going to shower together… I have to tell you this in advance since you’re such a pervert…”

“Alright. Who said anything?”

“…”

I shrugged nonchalantly, and Miyuki pouted and let go of my wrist.

Chuckling softly, I kissed her forehead and headed to the bathroom.

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Something slightly blunt nudged between my lips.

Warm and moist, with a plum scent, it grazed the soft flesh inside my upper lip, tickled my gums, and then retreated, only to repeat the action a moment later.

My eyes fluttered open at the sensation of my defenseless mouth being invaded, and—

“…”

I chuckled as I saw Miyuki quickly turn away.

“What are you doing…?”

“…”

“Hey, I asked what you’re doing…”

I nudged Miyuki’s backside as she pretended to be asleep with her back to me. She slowly turned around and asked with a look of dismay, “Are you awake…?”

“Who wouldn’t be awake with you doing that? What time is it?”

“6:30…”

It was the time we agreed to wake up yesterday.

Using this as an alarm… Miyuki’s sexual curiosity was growing day by day.

I slowly sat up and took Miyuki’s outstretched hands as she asked me to help her up too.

This innocent feeling… It felt like it had been a while.

We ate the vegetable bento I had at home, brushed our teeth together, and showered separately.

After getting ready, we left and drove to Miyuki’s house.

Then, we headed to the academy with her bag, which she had secretly brought out.

As we were greeting our classmates and preparing for class, the classroom door opened, and Tetsuya walked in.

A bandage was wrapped around his head as he walked towards us with his usual vacant expression.

His already messy hair was sticking up even more because of the bandage, making him look like the kappa he dressed up as during the cultural festival, and I almost burst out laughing.

“Tetsuya-kun, what did the doctor say?”

Miyuki rushed over to Tetsuya, who was the center of everyone’s attention.

He gave a weak smile and replied, “Just what he said yesterday. Be careful not to get it wet.”

“Are you feeling dizzy or anything?”

“Not yet. Oh, right, Mom and Dad said thank you and want to treat you to a meal sometime… You should definitely come.”

“Okay. Anyway, be careful. What kind of grown man falls off a swing?”

“I have no excuse…”

“I’m glad you’re okay…”

Relieved, Miyuki pointed at me, who was sitting at my desk, said something to Tetsuya, and came back.

Then, she poked my waist.

Seeing her urging me to make up with him, I clicked my tongue and approached Tetsuya, who was surrounded by classmates interested in his bandage, and pointed towards the hallway.

“Can you come out for a second?”

“Uh… sure.”

Excusing himself, Tetsuya followed me out into the hallway.

Looking down at him as he hesitated, I said, “I’m sorry.”

“Huh…?”

“I’m sorry. For slapping you yesterday.”

“Oh… I’m sorry too. I should have apologized first…”

I thought he would continue his pathetic behavior, but he apologized.

Did he come to his senses after cracking his head open?

Nodding curtly, I gestured towards his bandage.

“Is your head okay? I heard you fell off a swing.”

“…It’s fine. Did Miyuki tell you?”

Looks like he didn’t come to his senses at all.

He was still pathetic, mentioning Miyuki like that.

He also emphasized the word “definitely” when he invited me to his house for dinner earlier…

What was I expecting from this bastard? I couldn’t help but reflect on my own expectations.

“Yeah. Will you be able to participate in club activities? Shouldn’t you avoid sweating?”

“No, the doctor said light training is fine.”

Right, as someone who loved attention from girls, he would definitely go, even if it was just to receive Renka’s comfort.

Wait a minute… Thinking about it this way, that bastard Tetsuya…

Did he crack his head open on purpose?

I patted Tetsuya’s back lightly and said, “Let’s go back in.”

“Yeah…”

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As expected, Tetsuya received Renka’s heartfelt sympathy during club activities.

I was slightly annoyed by his exaggerated complaints about his pain, but the thought of Renka eventually looking down on and distancing herself from Tetsuya after being trained by me made me feel a little better.

I carried out my usual manager duties, and as soon as club activities ended, I headed to the parking lot with Chinami.

I didn’t even glance at Tetsuya.

It was to keep my distance. I had no intention of carpooling with him anymore.

I had given him enough rides. Any more, and the backseat would reek of his stench.

“I wonder what Hanazawa-kouhai likes?”

Lost in thought as I walked, I turned my head at Chinami’s voice beside me.

“She likes all kinds of books.”

“Hmm… Hanazawa-kouhai is a good student, isn’t she?”

“Yes. She’s never lost the top spot.”

“That’s impressive. Then it wouldn’t be bad to talk about academics.”

Why was she trying to have a normal conversation? It was unexpected.

Come to think of it, Chinami was a good student too.

If Miyuki and Chinami had my children, they’d likely be very smart.

“She’ll like whatever topic you choose.”

As we chatted on our way to the parking lot, Miyuki, who was waiting for us, bowed her head to Chinami.

“Hello, Nanase-senpai!”

Her cheerful voice was pleasant and welcoming.

Chinami, beaming, returned the greeting with a bow.

“Hello, Hanazawa-kouhai! I look forward to spending time with you today!”

The first step towards building a harmonious harem seemed to be going well.

They seemed like they would get along quickly.

Yes, it would be much better to have a threesome with people who were close than with strangers.

Here’s hoping they’ll build a deep bond.

Watching the two of them already chatting away, I unlocked the car with my smart key.

“Get in.”

“Oh… Okay!”

Miyuki took the passenger seat, and Chinami the back.

As the two of them got in, a sweet fragrance filled the car.

A blend of plum and peach scents… Very nice.

“The peach-flavored yogurt is the best at the place we’re going,” Chinami said after buckling her seatbelt. Miyuki turned her head and smiled brightly.

“Then I’ll try the peach yogurt too.”

“You should have whatever flavor you like, Hanazawa-kouhai. I would never force you. I’m just recommending it.”

She probably said that because they weren’t close and she didn’t want to impose her preferences, but to think she was giving Miyuki a choice while she made me have peach-flavored yogurt three times without even asking…

How unfair. This was unacceptable behavior. I’d punish her with a massage.

“By the way, Hanazawa-kouhai, are you familiar with the character Momo-chan?”

“Momo-chan? Of course. I’ve heard she’s very popular.”

Glancing at Chinami through the rearview mirror as she began to reveal her wicked true colors, I drove silently towards the ice cream shop.

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