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Chapter II
Progress
In her usual spot sat a girl with flaxen shoulder-length hairs and olive eyes. She resembles my little sister in some ways, but clearly not as adorable. To be honest she is attractive and acts cutely, most of guys would fall for her instantly, but she's also second most rotten person on the world. The first one is obviously me.
Oh, I almost forgot. Her name is Isshiki Iroha, first year and also a student council president. After her request and I having major impact in her win she started to visit club frequently and of course to contract out a lot of student council work to us. Basically Service Club has become her private outsourcing center.
I hate working it's a fact that I can't deny but in her case my onii-chan instinct makes me take responsibility. Sigh, it means I can't refuse her, oh my I get into hot water, really hot one…
During the time I was preoccupied, Isshiki was looking at Yukinoshita and I with devilish smile. Yukinoshita seemed to calm down and acted like her usual cold self. Though, even Devil Superwoman have maternal instinct as she brewed fresh tea and offered Isshiki some snacks.
"So Senpai, Yukinoshita-senpai what were you talking about?" Isshiki said casually while eating some snacks.
Crap, so she heard it but was there anything embarrassing? No probably not. We were teasing each other nothing less nothing more. There's nothing to worry about.
At the other hand Yukinoshita was petrified. She looked like she's seen a ghost. Her hands were sweating and eyes were wide opened. Perhaps she's terrified that Isshiki may gossip about her socializing with loner like me. It's reasonable, in the end Yukinoshita have to maintain her reputation.
"I-Isshiki-san, I believe there's nothing to speak of. Um, I've been merely praising Hikigaya-kun for his growth." Yukinoshita responded still looking kind of uncomfortable.
"Sou desu ka." [1]
Isshiki looked at me with even more devilish smile.
"Hmm being alone in the clubroom with Yukinoshita-senpai, you're such a player Senpai."
Isshiki comment made me choke on tea. As I looked at Yukinoshita she was coughing nervously her averted face was illuminated by sunset, I'm glad it stopped raining some time ago I won't be soaked on my way home.
"What do you want, Isshiki?" I said coldly to drop the subject.
Frankly speaking I'm tired, all I want is some peaceful time with this new popular light novel. It's quite good actually, I'm really into it. It's about second year high school girl forced to join some kind of social service club. In the club there are handsome club president and his airhead sidekick. The girl is very intelligent but gloomy and antisocial, she's in denial that both club president and sidekick guy are in love with her. Of course there are more dudes hanging around her, in fact any male who knows her wants to get into her pants. Hmm it's seems kind of familiar… perhaps I have read similar novel before.
"You're so mean Senpai."
Isshiki pouted but after a second she stood and leaned to me whispering seductively into my ear.
"Perhaps I know place when Senpai and I can be alone "
My heart stopped and I felt my cheeks burning. Oh god she's becoming more and more like Haruno-san. Remember what Yoda said. "Always two there are; no more, no less. A master and an apprentice." [2] Argh, I should have predicted this, now I'm doomed… Komachi my beloved sister your brother will miss you…
I stayed speechless while Yukinoshita pressed her temples and sighed. Woman I really do have sensitive ears and you act like I'm some ears-fetishist.
In the meantime Isshiki returned to her seat and started chewing another cookie.
"Anyway Senpai, do you like my surprise?" Kouhai of mine said like nothing happened.
Looking at me Yukinoshita asked with questioning eyes and typical Ice Queen smile. Aha, she's preparing another insult. I know you well Yukinoshita-san, all you want is just another excuse to offence me.
"Hikigaya-kun what surprise?"
"Honestly I have no idea." I answered truthfully.
"Have you blackmailed Isshiki-san into some of your deviations?"
"Do you really think so poorly of me?" I scowled hearing her remark.
"Yes I do. Hikigaya-kun you are a nemesis to all girls in this school and I'm afraid of…"
"Ahem. Don't forget I'm still here. Geez sometimes you're acting just like my parents." Isshiki frowned and pointed at Yukinoshita and I with half-bitten cookie.
Oi. Girl you're going to crumble all of the place. I don't want to have more work you know. I'm perfectly fine with all the labor you put on club, so please stop waving with cookie in your hand.
At the time I was fascinated by Isshiki's cookie Yukinoshita quickly apologized.
"I'm sorry Isshiki-san. I've tried to protect you from this despicable man."
I'm not a thug Yukinoshita-san. Try to believe in me for once.
"Senpai won't let anything bad happen to his cutest kouhai, right?" Isshiki pointed her cookie directly at me.
You just want me to confirm you're cute Irohasu, don't you?
"Yes, you're the cutest and yes, I..."
"Could it be that you were hitting on me just now, I'm sorry it really wouldn't work out." Isshiki interrupted me with our running joke.
As I glanced at Yukinoshita she was sipping tea from her fancy teacup with saucer in the other hand. She looked peacefully with her eyes closed but as I examined her face carefully I saw her right eyebrow twitching slightly. Maybe she's drinking too much tea? I heard that tea contains a fair amount of caffeine so you better be vigilant Yukino-san.
"Right." I smiled wryly and asked Isshiki to finally see what's going on. "So what's your surprise?"
"Senpai, Yukinoshita-senpai as you know our recent cooperation events with Kaihin High have been a great success thus together with Tamanawa-senpai we've decided to organize another one."
"Your surprise is simply more labor for Service Club, great I can't wait!" I interjected sarcastically.
"Senpai, let me finish first." Isshiki frowned.
"Hikigaya-kun your rudeness is astonishing. I should ask Hiratsuka-sensei to send you to some etiquette training it would greatly benefit Service Club and yourself."
Thank you Yukinoshita-san, it's kind of you to worry about my upbringing. Although I need to disappoint you, actually I can be pretty well-mannered if I only want.
"I'm sorry. Isshiki please continue" I apologized and slightly bowed my head.
"So as I said Sobu and Kaihin going to organize event. It will be held in March probably in Sobu, I've already get a permission from principal by the way. Hiratsuka-senesi's agreed to supervise it and I have a general concept in mind hence I'm here to officially ask Service Club for help."
"Senpai, Yukinoshita-senpai would you help Student Council, please?" As she asked for our help, Isshiki stood from her seat, faced us and politely bowed.
Girl you're doing too much, it's not like we're some deities. I mean I'm certainly not, in Yukinoshita case I'm not so sure though.
Isshiki suspiciously haven't said a word about event's program and there is almost no time before deadline. I think it's nearly impossible to hold such an event, especially with Tamanawa's way of doing things besides there's Yukinoshita's request Service Club should focus on.
While I considered Isshiki's asking, Yukinoshita was sitting with hand on her chin apparently wondering how to reply. After a moment she finally spoke.
"Isshiki-san we don't even know what this event is about and it's only two weeks before March. I don't think we have a chance to prepare it properly."
Yukinoshita looked at me, probably to ask for my opinion. Despite her clearly enjoying verbally abusing me she always value my judgement, it's nice to have someone to hear you out.
"Isshiki I must agree with Yukinoshita. We don't have much time before March and there's already request we're working at." I answered and looked into Yukinoshita's eyes making her blush. Yukinoshita please don't make such a cute faces or I won't hold back and embrace you even though it would be probably the last thing I would do in my life.
"Senpai don't worry I've arranged some aid for you, moreover there's almost whole month before the event date." Isshiki responded cheerfully.
"What do you mean by aid?"
"Senpai, I'm disappointed you still haven't realized what my surprise is." Isshiki grinned and took another biscuit.
Oi. Stop eating so much or you going to be fat or maybe you will grow in similar places as Yuigahama. I won't control you so please eat all you want although I would like to find out the outcomes. It's not like I want to see you with bigger assets I just… just doing it for science.
It seems I started smirking unconsciously while pondering about Isshiki possible body development because I heard Yukinoshita calling my name and felt Isshiki tapping my shoulder.
Ahem. Right. Sorry. I looked at my wannabe cute kouhai and realized something. Event… Aid… Surprise…
"Orimoto" I muttered after a second.
"Bingo Senpai! So do you like it?"
"No."
"Come on Senpai, I bet you're really happy."
"I'm not."
Isshiki what's your scheme because it definitely won't make any good. I wonder what this event is about that you needed to draft her in. I mean she may be helpful but Service Club would make it somehow. I thought you trust in your personal slaves. I'm heartbroken Isshiki-chan. I really am.
While I stared at Isshiki, Yukinoshita asked me.
"Hikigaya-kun, who the Orimoto-san is?"
I don't blame you. You've seen her a few times but never actually interacted with her. It's reasonable that you don't know her name.
"Some random girl. Don't worry." I answered bluntly. There's no point in those two socializing. Yukinoshita glared at me hesitantly before she nodded. I guess it's better this way.
"Yukinoshita-senpai. She's Senapai's middle school classmate. I met her with Senpai one day, they seemed to get along and she's been helping with Christmas and Valentine's Day events so I asked Tamanawa-senpai and he agreed to let her help us. The more the merrier right?"
No Isshiki, the more the worse.
Yukinoshita appeared lost in thoughts but then she looked at me with her cold Ice Queen eyes.
"Hikigaya-kun is she one of the girls from that double date?"
"Yes." I mumbled frightened by the wrath of the Lich King. [3]
"I see." Oh god I'm so dead.
"Senpai you're dating someone?" Isshiki asked clearly disturbed by the idea of me seeing someone. One day I would date someone, it's obligatory to become a house-husband, so deal with it.
"Umm… You see… it's complicated…" I tried to spoke eloquently.
"Isshiki-san I believe it's not crucial at this point." Thank you Yukinoshita-san. "Service Club officially accepts your request however we need more details to act properly, provide us with additional data as soon as possible." Yukinoshita said with smile then sipped her tea.
Wait, what? Yukinoshita-san I thought we're not going to accept this. Service Club is now busy with your request also soon we'll be third years I think we should focus more on our studies naturally you don't need to but I or Yuigahama would appreciate a little more time to prepare, especially Yuigahama. She's your friend so please be considerate.
"Thank you Yukinoshita-senpai and Senpai I'm looking forward to work with you again." Isshiki said cheerfully obviously happy that she's found a free labor. I would be happy too if someone did all the hard work for me after all. Isshiki, you would be a great CEO, maybe I should marry you then I could be a great house-husband.
"You mean I will be working and you just slacking off. No, I don't want to." I responded annoyed.
"Senpai perhaps if you did well I would reward you." Isshiki touched my hand and winked cheerfully.
All I felt was my face flushing and my heart racing as a result of me imaging some naughty ways Isshiki could recompense my hardship. Damn you raging hormones, please stop controlling me. I hope I'm not drooling, it would be awkward as hell.
I looked flustered at Isshiki beaming and playing with her hairs. Her overconfident pose implied she's in charge here. Women are definitely dangerous…
Suddenly temperature in room dropped to – 100 degrees Celsius (-148 degrees Fahrenheit) and then calm but terrifying voice called.
"Isshiki-san"
Isshiki shrieked and slowly turned to face Ice Queen in all her glory. Arctic blizzards are probably less dangerous than pissed Yukinoshita Yukino.
"Y-yes?" squeaking voice came from Isshiki whom stood with her head dropped.
She looked like little puppy and I barely overcame an urge to rescue her. It would mean I'm taking responsibility and I cannot because the only one I could take responsibility for is Komachi. I'm sorry Isshiki you need to fight her alone. RIP.
"I trust Hikigaya-kun is one hundred percent capable to work without being paid. Please prepare required data so we could waste no time in starting preparations. Tomorrow I would like to designate assignments and evaluate your concept." Yukinoshita said calmly with her cold eyes piercing Isshiki and making her tremble.
"Y-yes, ma'am. I'll come tomorrow."
Isshiki rushed to the door, quickly bowed and ran away. Yukinoshita you're scary. If I were a little girl I would probably cry every day because of you.
When Isshiki's steps died away I turned from door and gazed at Yukinoshita, she smiled and gave me questioning look. At the moment I didn't know what to say so I just shrugged and got back to my reverse harem novel.
Sometime later, after a plenty of read pages and some meaningless chat with Yukinoshita I got a text from Yuigahama.
Tour was GR8 :D
OMG I've learned about places I didn't know x)
BTW Kaorin is really funny I like her 3
Heading back 2 club
XOXO
Good for you Yuigahama. You learned something today and made a new friend. 10 points for Hufflepuff [4]
"Hey Yukinoshita, it seems like Yuigahama's coming back."
"I see, in that case I'll prepare some fresh brew. Hikigaya-kun do you fancy another cup of tea?" Yukinoshita asked me then approached her little kitchenette.
"Yes please." I answered without a second thought.
It's just before 4PM, I guess another one of the finest Yukinoshita's beverage won't hurt. When Yuigahama get back we'll finish tea, chit-chat and then finally call it a day. I hope today's dinner's curry, I want to eat Komachi's delicious curry so bad, obviously there's nothing better than curry after a hard day. I hope someday I'll master the way of curry and become the perfect house-husband for my lovely Totsuka, I'll definitely work hard to satisfy you Totsuka, just watch me.
All of sudden I heard someone calling my name. I looked up and saw Yukinoshita standing over me with folded arms. On table there were my steaming mug and some fresh tea snacks.
"Hikigaya-kun did you hear what I just said? Probably not, because you were smiling creepily. Were you planning on doing something despicable to some unlucky young girl?"
"No I weren't. Where do you get idea I'm molester anyway?"
"I can see it in your eyes."
"Stop blaming my eyes."
Yukinoshita and I laughed. There's something reassuring in our bickering. Both of us know it's superficial and neither I nor she mean business. To others it may seem that we hate each other but Yuigahama knows we're pretty much like it. It's how we communicate and it's fine with me.
Speaking of Yuigahama, she might be back any moment so it's now or never.
"Yukinoshita what were you trying to say before Isshiki barged in?" I asked her and she immediately changed from merry mode to embarrassed mode.
She looked so adorable right then. Her cheeks pink, eyes wide open, bottom lip bitten she was clearly taken off guard. Still looking around nervously probably trying to come up with something to say, she cleared her throat several times. I started to feel uncomfortable myself, I felt anxious what's she going to say. Finally she calmed down a bit and said.
"Hikigaya-kun…"
Yes, that's my name. Just tell me what you want.
"Hikigaya-kun… w-would you like to go to bookstore with me?"
Oh. It's really surprising. My middle school self would probably be on cloud nine right now but present me is adept of loneliness and cannot be deluded. Perhaps she want me to scare off thugs or intimidate someone. I had my doubts but she made such a cute puppy eyes I couldn't refuse. Oh boy I hope I won't regret it.
"S-sure, let's go." At the moment I realized maybe, just maybe it really is a DATE. What if it's a date? It literally means an end of the world. Whoa, I'm getting too excited, need to play it cool Hachiman.
Meanwhile Yukinoshita faced window, cleared her throat and spoke after a second.
"Hikigaya-kun, I need you for reference of course. Don't delude yourself it's not a date. It's merely a consultation between two acquaintances."
Totally as excepted….
"Right. So when?"
"Do you mind Friday after school?"
"I don't."
"All right."
We stayed silent as I looked at Yukinoshita back, her ears was red. I guess she's ashamed she's forced to interact with me. I was about to get back to my novel but then I heard weak „I did it" and Yukinoshita fist pumped, huh? Yukinoshita you worry me.
As I wondered about telling Yukinoshita she's acting odd, sudden noise of opening doors startled us. Yuigahama entered room and cheerfully called.
"Yahallo Hikki! ~"
I just nodded in acknowledgement. We've seen each other literally 2 hours ago, you really don't need to greet me every time you see me.
"Yahallo Yukinon! ~"
"Good afternoon, Yuigahama-san."
"I missed you so much Yukinon!" Yuigahama shouted as she hugged Yukinoshita.
Oi. Yurigahama's already attacking defenseless Yukinon. I guess girls just need to cuddle a lot, it's not like I dislike it and actually it's pretty heartwarming to watch two acting so friendly.
Yukinoshita offered tea and snacks to Yuigahama and the two of them started talking about some girl stuff. I'm glad Yukinoshita and Yuigahama became such a good friends. Of course I won't tell them but I really cherish this blissful moments in the club.
As I smiled to myself and drank the rest of my tea Yuigahama suddenly spoke to me.
"Hikki, Karoin's like super friendly. I didn't know you had such an amazing friend."
"She wasn't my friend. We were classmates." I hope Orimoto haven't said anything embarrassing about me, she didn't tell Isshiki about my confession so there's a chance.
"Oh. You see Hikki at first she was really gloomy, I think she was upset, but then she really become cheerful. Hina-chi, Kaorin and I were talking a lot, she's funny and kind so I hope she'll settle in really fast." Yuigahama said with her typical overactive gesticulation.
"I see. Good for me, you'll stop bothering me in class." I smirked at Yuigahama.
"Hmpf" Yuigahama hearing my respond pouted cutely but then she stuck her tongue out and said. "Hikki, I won't stop bothering you!"
Everyone grinned but Yukinoshita's smile fainted quickly and she mumbled.
"Kaorin…"
Yuigahama respond was immediate, she hugged Yukinoshita even harder than before and shouted.
"Yukinon don't worry, you're my best friend!"
Aww. So much shoujo ai [5] is killing me. Yukinon you shouldn't worry, YuriYui wouldn't dare to have another best friend. Your relationship is perfectly safe.
"Thank you Yuigahama-san." Yukinoshita said with reassuring smile.
Yuigahama was grinning and rubbing her face into Yukinoshita's. I looked at clock there's already 5:03 PM, we should go home soon or I'll be late for Komachi's wonderful curry. Apparently Yukinoshita noticed my distress because she also looked at clock and spoke.
"Hikigaya-kun, Yuigahama-san it's starting to get late, I think we should call it a day."
"Yukinon I want to hang out with you more." Yuigahama frowned.
"Yuigahama-san we'll be seeing each other tomorrow. Don't be upset."
"Okay…"
Yuigahama still looked sad so Yukinoshita tried to smooth it over. And there's only one way Yuigahama's withdrawal symptom can be cured.
"Perhaps I'll bake some sweets for tomorrow."
Yukinoshita used bribery. It's super effective. [6]
"Hooray, I want to eat Yukinon's cookies." Yuigahama cried out like little girl. She's really childish but this side of her is super cute.
"Hikki you want to eat them to, right?"
As Yuigahama asked question Yukinoshita looked at me curiously. She's probably waiting for me to disagree with Yuigahama, I mean who would like to get more work? But not so fast Yukinoshita-san I won't miss a chance for free food, especially sweets.
"Just leave it to me." I declared and gave them thumbs up. Yuigahama laughed while Yukinoshita shook her head with a small smile.
"Both of you are hopeless gluttons."
After that we quickly cleaned the room, Yukinoshita washed tea set, while Yuigahama and I cleared the table. Surprisingly there weren't many crumbles at Isshiki side. I thought there would be more. Anyway I hope there won't be much work tomorrow but knowing our beloved Student Council President and Club President all of us are going to work our butts off; actually I will be the one to work my butt of…. Sigh… It's going to be very exhausting month…
Yukinoshita had returned the key to the staffroom and the three of us went to the main gate. We had to split because I needed to get my bicycle from the bike racks, in the meanwhile girls were supposed to wait for me at the school entrance.
At this late there's almost no bikes left, only mine and a few others, some of them I actually recognize. I guess it's weird to know the bike but not a rider, eh whatever. Old Faithful, my best and only companion in everyday trips back and forth to school. Even after a years of endless using it looks fine, black frame with metal basket at the front and metal back rack. Simple and durable city bike, probably the best gift from my parents… Uh, now that I come to think of it was the only present I've ever got from them…
Even if it stopped raining some time ago, the ground is still wet. I need to be careful on my way home or I might have an accident. I would like to avoid next few weeks in hospital though maybe Komachi would take care of me, it's so tempting…
As I came closer to the school gate I heard some hushed but familiar voices. If I'm not-mistaken there are Yukinoshita's, Yuigahama's voices and surprisingly Orimoto's. I didn't expected her, maybe she's waiting for someone? Probably for Hayama but I'm pretty sure he's already left.
"… I'll be in your care."
"I'll be taking my leave then. Goodbye Orimoto-san."
"Yukinon wait for me! Bye Kaorin…"
"Bye…"
Guys it's some weird conversation you know? I hope it doesn't apply to me. Anyway Yukinoshita-san, Yuigahama-san you were supposed to wait for me… I don't want to chase after you…
Suddenly I felt something vibrating in my pocket. Apparently it's my phone indicating I've got a new text. I'm genuinely surprised how I've started to use my phone to actually communicate with others rather than as a simple timewaster.
We met Kaorin, she said she wanted to talk with you（＊〇□〇）…！
so Yukinon and I went home
don't be mad (づ｡◕‿‿◕｡)づ
see you tomorrow ^^
Oh it's Yuigahama again. I've recognized her immediately, she's the only one person using so much emoticons I know. Actually I don't mind I think it's somehow cute. Anyway what does Orimoto want to talk about? I guess it would be our first proper conversation since Christmas event. If I recall correctly we pretty much did make up but I'm still a little anxious about it.
Finally I've came to the gate and Orimoto spotted me instantly. Her bored expression changed to her usual cheerful one in a split-second. Her big brown eyes and wide smile seemed beautiful in the setting sun. She's not ethereal beauty like Yukinoshita but still she's attractive. As my rotten eyes were checking her out Orimoto laughed and spoke.
"I've been waiting, Hikigaya."
"Waiting for what?" I said and looked at the street where Yukinoshita and Yuigahama probably went. I should catch them up soon.
"For you, dummy." Orimoto beamed even more and pointed at me. She looked like certain Ultra Director I know. [7]
"Ah." I said bewildered. I've thought she would rather wait for someone else.
"Hilarious Hikigaya, let's go."
"Let's go where?"
"Home of course."
"Why would I go home with you?" It's logically correct and necessary question.
"Because we're living in the same neighborhood Hikigaya, come on."
We've gone home together once so I guess there's no reason to reject her. She even has a bike so I won't run away. By the way her bike's unlike mine. White girlish city bike with both basket and back rack as white as frame. Although there not alike, they somehow match.
Orimoto got on her bike and waited for my respond with smile and honest eyes. Finally I got on my bike as well and sighed.
"Fine."
"Preach it." Orimoto gave me a thumb up and started pedaling.
Since we've left school Orimoto and I chatted about a lot of meaningless topics, however she was avoiding talking about her transfer and next collaboration event. Strange, considering she's supposed to help with it but I didn't mind. Sooner or later I would forget it anyway.
We've been riding some time already, soon we're going to reach the intersection where each of us will take separate ways to our respective homes. I can't wait for Komachi's greeting. Maybe I should buy her something sweet on the way home? I bet it would give me a lot of Hachiman points.
Sun has already set and light poles illuminated the area around us. The temperature dropped and I regretted not wearing some warmer cloths. Finally we've arrived at our final common intersection. I guess now's the time to say farewell. I tried to spoke but Orimoto was first.
"Hikigaya, do you remember what I said at Valentine's Day event?" she said while watching the sky.
"You're talking a lot. I can't remember everything." I said and also gazed at the sky above. There's no stars visible, the sky is too light polluted. If you want to stargaze you should go to Chiba Village.
Orimoto chuckled slightly and said.
"You're right Hikigaya."
Huh? Where are her typical catchphrases? I averted my eyes from the firmament and looked at her. She was still looking at the sky, clearly depressed there's no stars to observe. I mean her smile was really sad and melancholic.
I stayed silent, I don't know how to respond. Orimoto I know it's not like that. She's cheerful, noisy and has a lot of friends. She's one of riajuu's I despise. She should enjoy her youth more.
Suddenly Orimoto stopped watching the sky and started looking for something in her schoolbag. She was mumbling to herself and even grunted a few times. I stood confused. Am I supposed to wait or go home?
She cheered and looked at me with happy eyes because she finally found what she was looking for. She's cute… My ex-crush can't be this cute…. [8]
"Hikigaya, catch!" Orimoto shouted and throw a little packet to me.
I almost fell with my bike while I tried to catch it. When I properly looked at it, it turned out to be transparent bag with cute red ribbon. Inside there were various shaped chocolates. There were heart shaped ones, round ones and more others. They don't look like a cheap convenience store chocolates I usually get from Komachi, it seems she really worked hard to make them.
I was flabbergasted. (A/N: It's my favorite English word. I had to use it.) I didn't know what to say, I just stood and watched her dumbfounded. Did Orimoto really make them for me? It's actually kind of her even if they are only obligation chocolates. They are obligation chocolates right?
Orimoto saw my confusion because she put her hands on hips and spoke.
"Hikigaya here's your promised chocolates."
"Thank you Orimoto." I genuinely smiled. I don't care if they are obligation chocolates or not I'm happy to be remembered. In comparison to the last year Valentine's Day chocolate count this year is pretty decent. My middle school self wouldn't believe me. I've got chocolates from my clubmates, Isshiki, Komachi and now Orimoto.
My smile must have scared Orimoto because she averted her face, cleared her throat and prepared to ride her bike.
"You're welcome Hikigaya. It's getting late, I'll be going now. Bye-bye."
Still not looking at me she waved and started pedaling. I waved her back and started packing my newest trophy into my bag. I hate nice girls but sometimes they're truly nice. Not as nice and kind as my angel Totsuka but still fine. As I turned my bike and prepared to go home I heard Orimoto's bike stopped and she shouted.
"Hikigaya, tomorrow I'm joining Service Club. Please take care of me."
I turned my head instinctively. Orimoto quickly bowed and started pedaling, even faster than myself when I'm late for Hiratsuka-sensei classes, and disappeared around the corner.
My jaw dropped and there were only one answer I came up with.
"What…?"
[1] Japanese phrase for "Is that so?"
[2] Master Yoda's quote about Sith's Rule of Two.
[3] World of Warcraft reference. WotLK is the best expansion by far, deal with it.
[4] Harry Potter series reference. Yuigahama is perfect Hufflepuff student, right?
[5] Romantic relationship between two girls. Shoujo ai manga's typically focus on emotional aspects of love rather than sexual ones.
[6] Pokemon games reference. Btw my 3DS is ready for Pokemon Red/Blue/Yellow 20th anniversary re-release.
[7] Haruhi Suzumiya series reference. TheRedGhillie you have the best glimpse of Orimoto's character, please write crossover fanfic about Kaori being Haruhi and Hachiman being Kyon, I think it would be great.
[8] Oreimo reference. I think 2nd season ending was rushed. It all seemed forced to me. Team Kuroneko here.
Thank you for all reviews. It's very motivating.
I'm pretty much decided that Yukinoshita's route going to be first. I know it may disappoint some of you but I think it will be better this way. After I'll polish my English and get some experience I'm going to give Orimoto a try.
I'm looking for beta reader. My alpha reader aka my brother is trying his best but we're not natives so obviously we lack proficiency in English.
Next Monday I'm starting my first job so I think further chapters will be posted every two weeks. See you later.