The classroom seemed more…lively today. Probably because a certain sly Kouhai was present. Yuigahama and Yukinoshita were in their usual places, so was I, as Isshiki Iroha sat across from them. They were currently talking about some magazine article that was describing local restaurants or something. Honestly, I tend to ignore their 'girl' talk for the most part.

"Hey, Yukinon! Check this one out! Isn't their sign like super cute!" Yuigahama excitedly exclaimed to Yukinoshita while pointing to the magazine.

"Hmm. Well…"

"Yui-senpai likes those kinds of things, huh?"

"eehh?! Is that weird?!" Yuigahama now had her arms flailing around.

You girls are having way too much fun over there. Not that I was jealous or something. However, it did feel kinda of cold where I was sitting.

What is this? You want to join in on pointless conversations with your fellow schoolmates, Hachiman?! Please stop.

"Ah! Yukinon, let's go get some juice! Juice!" Yuigahama said, practically jumping out of her chair.

While I was experiencing inner turmoil, Yuigahama's announcement broke me out of my thoughts.

"But I already served us some tea." Yukinoshita said, looking up at Yuigahama with a confused look.

"Yeah, but all this talk about restaurants has got me wanting to drink something sweet!"

"I'm not sure I fully understand the relation." Yukinoshita said, while touching her temple.

"I totally understand, Yui-senpai!" Isshiki chimed in as she pumped her small fist for emphasis.

"Right?! Let's totally go get some, Yukinon! Let's go!" Yuigahama said grabbing onto Yukinoshita's sleeve.

Yukinoshita only let out a sigh as she was practically dragged up by Yuigahama.

"You too, Iroha-chan!"

"Umm, I'm okay actually. I'm fine with Yukinoshita-senpai's tea!" Isshiki claimed as she reached for her paper cup and took a small sip.

"Hmm…okay. Hey, Hikki, do you want us to get you something?" Yuigahama now turned her attention towards me.

She caught me a bit off-guard with her offer, but it really shouldn't have, it was Yuigahama, after all.

"Uh, no. I'm good." I said as I made eye contact with Yukinoshita, making her slightly blush.

Cute.

"I guess it's just me and you, Yukinon!" Yuigahama happily proclaimed to Yukinoshita, who just smiled and nodded.

And so they were gone, leaving me in the room by myself.

I let out a sigh as my lips formed a small smile. I was glad to see those two interacting like that, all things considered.

"Senpai, please stop that. You're grossing me out." A voice said coming diagonally from me.

Oh right. Isshiki, you're still here. My apologies for showing you something so unsettling, Isshiki!

"My bad."

"Hmm. So… how is it going with Yukinoshita-senpai, anyway?" Isshiki asked, her head cocked to the side, displaying her signature sly smile.

"Huh? How did you-"

"I heard it from Yui-senpai."

It's not like we were keeping our relationship a secret. But we also didn't just tell everyone about it. If they happened to ask or find out, we wouldn't deny it. But for some reason I felt a bit shocked that Isshiki Iroha would ask me this. She always struck me as someone who didn't care about others relationships, as long as Hayama had nothing to do with it.

"Well, more like she kinda just mentioned it one day, though." Isshiki said as placed a finger on her chin as if trying to recall the exact conversation.

"Right…Well, everything is going fine actually." I say, trying to answer her question as quickly as possible so that we could move away from the topic.

"Oh... Well then… that's good…" Isshiki said, her voice seemingly drifting as she finished.

Isshiki turned away from me and shifted her gaze out the window. I don't know why, but I felt like I saw her smile disappear just before her face left my sight.

"So, how are things with-"

"Hey, Senpai…." Isshiki cut me off, still not looking towards me. "Can you tell me…What exactly it is you like about her?"

"Huh?! Where is that even coming-"

"Please!... Can you…" She cut me off again.

What's with her? Trying to test me or something? I know it might be farfetched that we are going out but give me some credit here.

I sigh as I prepare my answer.

"It's not really something in particular. It's just the way she acts towards me." I say waiting to see if Isshiki would turn around.

She doesn't. So I continue.

"She can call me out on my bluffs. It's like, she knows me so well that sometimes I feel like my actions might even be predictable to her. She always tries to put up this big act like nothing bothers her but it's all for show. She's really just a big softy that enjoys cats and Pan-san memorabilia way too much." I can feel a smile form, growing bigger as I say these things out loud. "And the best part…is the side that she only shows me. And…and I can stop whenever you want me to y'know, this is pretty embarrassing."

Man, what the hell has gotten into me?! Hachiman, you're really grossing me out with this kinda talk y'know! Knock it off will ya?!

As my inner turmoil started up once again, Isshiki finally turned around.

"Yup, that's good!" Her bright smile was back again. "With this, I think it's fine, now."

"Huh?" was all I said, not sure what she was talking about.

"Senpai! Make sure you treat Yukinoshita like a queen, ok?! And make sure to hold doors for her and pull out the chair for her. And make sure to text and call her on the days you can't see each other, like the weekends. And compliment her all the time, even on her worst days! and.. and…"

I wasn't sure why, but right now, Isshikis smile was still present, however, her eyes were another story. As if someone had lifted open the gates that were holding back a rushing river.

"And…and all the things I know Senpai will do for her…." She finally finished, her voice trembling a bit.

I was at a loss for words. Where was this coming from? I had no idea what to say or what to do. So I just sat there, my jaw seemingly on the floor by now.

"Ah, Geez!" Isshiki let out, as she rubbed the tears away with her sleeves.

"Umm, Isshiki…"

"Ah! I almost forgot! I needed to do some errands for the student council!" Isshiki said jumping out of her chair.

Just before she reached to door she suddenly stopped.

"Senpai, before I forget…" She said, turned away from me. "If…if Yukinoshita-senpai, ever hurts you…" She turned to me. "I'll never forgive her, okay!" She flashed me a bright smile and then just like that, she was gone, and I was left alone.

I still wasn't sure what had happened exactly. But it felt that Isshiki Iroha put her all into giving me that message. And for that, I would have to thank her.

"Hey, Yukinoshita." I say as I walk Yukinoshita home after club activities.

"Hmm?"

"Have you and Isshiki ever gotten into some kind of argument before?"

"No. Not that I can recall at least. Why do you ask?" Yukinoshita said turning her attention towards me.

"No particular reason…"

"Hikigaya-kun…" Yukinoshita said leaning in closer to so that I couldn't avoid her eye contact.

Cold.

"Well, it's just that earlier-"

"While Yuigahma-san and I were gone?"

"Right…"

"Hmmm." Yukinoshita's eyes narrowed.

I haven't done anything so don't give me that look.

"She just said something…odd, so I just wanted to ask is all."

Yukinoshita's expression stayed the same.

'Don't just give me that!' Is what her eyes were saying to me. But then she let out a small sigh and withdrew her distance as her expression loosened.

"I won't force you to tell me what she said if it's not important."

"Oh?" Even though those crossed arms were telling me different.

"But keep this in mind." Yukinoshita picked up her pace and moved in front of me.

I stop in my tracks. She takes a step forward, closing the distance.

"Umm. What are you doing?" I say semi-amused and confused at the same time.

Yukinoshita, took her finger and poked my chest.

"Hikigaya Hachiman is MY boyfriend. I will not allow adultery in this relationship. And I will now keep a close eye on Isshiki-san, from now on." She said with a cold stare.

Holy crap, this is what a jealous Yukinoshita looks like?! Scary! You're too scary Yukinon!

"A-as if I could do something like that…." I say looking away from her icy stare trying not to let her see my fright.

I could still feel her gaze piercing through my every fiber. Truly, Yukinoshita was someone's bad side I did not want to get on.

But just before I thought she was going to lecture me some more, I felt her tightly embrace me.

Her arms wrapping around my waist, her head pressed against my chest.

"H-hey, Yukino…"

"Don't make me worry…Dummy…"

It felt like she was whispering it to my heart. She really is, something else.

I hug her back. And stroke her head.

"I'm with you, Yukino…as long as you'll have me..." I say trying to relieve her unease.

"mm." was all she said with a slight nod, her face still nuzzled against my chest.

Even though Yukinoshita Yukino's jealousy could be scary, it was also unexpectedly cute.

A/N: Hello everyone! Once again, thank you for all your support and for your reviews! They really mean a lot to me. I wasn't sure if I was going to be able to post this week (not that I plan to post weekly) because my life is getting kinda hectic at the moment. Responsibilities and what-not. Anyway, I hoped you enjoyed and continue to show your support!