Pov Raiden
Sometimes things can come up that you never thought could happen. Even someone like me who brags about being in control of any situation can also fail. I'm human, making mistakes is normal.
But at the same time, I think there is someone up there who has something against me.
Since I was a child, I planned the route I wanted to follow, but it seems that every encounter I had was a convenient coincidence.
Getting hurt and having to go to the hospital where I would meet Yumiko. Also enrolling in a karate academy and being Kawasaki part of this place. These are the situations that come to mind.
Of course, it's not that I regret it, after all things happen for a reason.
But if you were in my situation, you would wonder if that is so.
I died and was reborn in the world of a light novel, in addition to being the older brother of one of the secondary characters, if I thought about it, it would be too much of a coincidence.
Also, with a bit of reasoning I could say that my current life seems like something out of a fanfic, you know, stories created by fans where they make the pairings they like, or they make a change in the story. In my previous life I was a fan of these. For this reason, my situation seems too convenient, or perhaps because of the situation, I am currently experiencing, it makes me think inconsistencies?
If I were to think about it, there is no way, no reason, or even the slightest possibility that the situation I am in could arise by mere chance.
If there is someone up there who is pulling the strings of all this, let me tell you that if I find you, I will make sure to teach you a lesson you will never forget.
Blaming a higher entity for my bad luck, I think I started to lose my mind.
Bad luck, when a person suffers misfortunes or situations where this person is negatively affected.
If I had to add one more definition to it, I think I could include myself as well.
You may be wondering, why do I speak as if my life were a misery?
What unfortunate situation can I be living in to think that way?
Just by looking in front of me I can see the culprit of it.
Silky hair of a jet-black color, blue eyes that just looking at them makes you lose yourself in them, porcelain skin as if it were a doll, slender figure that seems that with a strong touch it would break. She wears a white knee-length dress, accompanied by a light blue jacket, making it match the color of her eyes. A beauty in all the word.
So, if I am in front of such a beauty, why do I blame her for my bad luck?
''Ara, why does it seem like you're in the clouds? I guess having the privilege of having my company is too much for a person like you." The way she said this showed total superiority, as if there was a big difference between us.
I met her eyes, but quickly looked away from her.
If maybe I had known this would happen, I would have been of a calmer mind, but I can't deny that she looks so beautiful that I have a hard time responding to her teasing.
''It's just your imagination.'' I answered without looking at her.
''Didn't they teach you that when you talk to someone you should look them in the eye? I guess expecting that from a person like you is too much to ask." In her gaze I could see that air of supremacy, as if she were conversing with an animal.
Words so scathing that I'm sure any common boy would be apologizing for their mere existence.
Unfortunately, as a man I still have my pride, so I wouldn't give in to such words.
More than me I am the only culprit who attracted this ice queen.
Regret over my decisions would not make things change.
But still I wonder, how did I end up on a date with Yukinoshita Yukino?
Maybe remembering how I ended up in this situation will help me calm my mind so I can fight this girl, after all, if I already did it once, I don't see why not do it again.
Flash Back:
Taking advantage of the fact that it is Saturday, I decided to go buy Rumi's present for her birthday. Since, as a good older brother, it was my duty to have the gift a week before her birthday.
So, I headed to the mall to buy it, today was one of the days that Pan-san's special edition would go on sale.
You're probably wondering how I got this information, it's simple, I made friends with the cashier at Pan-san's store, so we exchanged numbers. That's why I know that these stuffed animals will be on sale today and the following Saturday.
Of course, these stuffed animals cannot be reserved or purchased online, so only people who go to stores can get them.
A few hours ago, it was announced on its website that these stuffed animals would be for sale, causing a large number of fans and collectors to run to the nearest Pan-san store to purchase it.
Therefore, the most usual thing would be to go at full speed to avoid the store running out of stock, but the good thing about having an infiltrator in the store is that I asked him by message to reserve one of the stuffed animals for me. And after receiving your confirmation message, I can be calmer, since in case there is no such product on the counters, I can purchase the one I reserve.
It is always good to have things planned, this way you avoid inconveniences, after all, I hate improvising.
After taking the train and walking for a few minutes, I was in front of the store.
And to my good luck it seemed to be empty, of course it can also be interpreted as people already taking what they came for.
''Katsumoto-san.'' Raise my hand in greeting.
''Tsurumi-kun, it's nice to see you.'' He answered me in a friendly way behind the counter.
''You look exhausted, I guess it was a busy morning.''
''It was chaos with all the people who came to buy the new stuffed animal.''
"I understand you." Luckily, I had a contingency plan, otherwise I would have been like everyone else, lining up to buy.
''So… '' But he cut me off before I finished speaking.
''You are lucky, there is still one on the counter, you could say that he is the last one.''
''Clear and concise, I like that.'' I replied with a cheerful tone.
''It is obvious.'' As a worker I must say that he fulfills his role very well.
"Then I'll go get Pan-san."
"Although ...''
''Don't worry, I know where it is located.'' I decided to interrupt him before he finished speaking, his morning must have been very hard, so I didn't want to bother him for too long, I'll just take the stuffed animal, pay for it and get on with the things I have to do.
I reached the shelf, it was one of those that has a double entrance, you can take the stuffed animals from the side you want, be it left or right.
And just like Katsumoto-san said, there was still one of them left, they had put it together with the other stuffed animals, but still this one stands out from the others.
I walked over to it and held it, but for some reason the stuffed animal refused to move.
Even if I did force the stuffed animal refused to move, as if there was a force that was dragging it against me.
I could use all my strength, but if maybe I was hooked on something, I would end up breaking it, and I don't want that.
Come on Pan-san special edition, you will be my cute little sister's gift, so don't deny your destiny.
As I continued to exert force, I could hear a voice coming from the other side.
"Could you be so kind as to leave it, since I was the one who took it first!" More than a request, it was an order.
The voice came from a girl, and for some reason it sounded familiar to me, but I didn't know from where.
"I'm sorry, but I took it first." I wasn't going to give in that easily.
''You are wrong, because when I took it something prevented me from moving it, and I can say that you are to blame for it.'' Her voice was authoritative, and for some reason this is bothering me.
Although the simplest way to solve this is for the other party to let go, and I'm not that wild to drag the teddy with all my might when a girl is holding it from the other side.
So, I'm going to use a method to release it, appeal to human emotions.
''I think you're right, I apologize for it, but this was my little sister's gift. You know, she has a serious illness and she's currently in the hospital, the doctor in charge told me he doesn't know how much time she has left, so before she loses the battle, I wanted to give her this gift, but I guess I won't be able to." My voice took on a brittle tone, like I was about to cry.
''I didn't know...'' The tone of her voice changed to one of concern and guilt.
I could feel the teddy's grip loosen, so I pulled it towards me.
"That's what I would say if I were in some kind of dramatic novel, but my little sister is currently at home enjoying good health, and for sure playing with her large collection of Pan-san, so I appreciate your cooperation." I said this with a mocking tone, after all there is nothing better than to make a person who has an air of greatness yield.
I pay for this and continue with the things I have pending.
But before I left the corridor, a figure stepped in front of me.
Right now, I have many questions, but the most important one would be, why is Yukinoshita in front of me?
She was wearing a white dress and a light blue blouse that matched her eyes.
"Excuse me, could you move, since I can't move forward." I said with a pleading tone.
''You lied to me!'' It seems that she is upset.
''It's not a lie, since in the end I explained things.'' I said while shaking my head.
''Even so the words you used were a trick to make I let go of Pan-san!'' She was very elated, didn't she like that I made her drop the stuffed animal?
''I guess you can put it that way, but in the end, you let it go, so the winner is me.'' I said with an arrogant tone while putting a smile on my face.
''You really are someone despicable, you act in an unethical way to get what you want, but you can do something to redeem that disgusting attitude of yours.'' She stretched out her hands, for a second I'm sure I saw angel wings behind her. ''Give me the teddy as a token of apology and I'll forget this.''
''HUH? Yukinoshita-san, don't you think that's too much?" It didn't make sense what she said.
"It seems you know me, huh." There was a certain emotion in her tone.
Sometimes knowing things too much is a problem, and my loose tongue shows it, I had called her by her last name without even introducing herself. What a problem.
"I doubt very much that someone at Sobu High doesn't know you, Yukinoshita-san." I think this should do it, since the last thing I want is for Yukinoshita to call me a stalker or something.
"So, you also attend Sobu High, huh. I see that the required level has decreased." There was mockery in her voice, as if telling me that I didn't look like someone who could pass the entrance exam.
''You know, there are all kinds of people.'' I said with a tone of disinterest.
''I understand, just as there are noble people with good ethics, there are also people like you.'' She highlighted the latter.
That hurt, I won't deny it. Her words are scathing, and she doesn't hesitate to attack the first weak spot she notices. I had a different perception of her, but now I think I changed my mind. I'm not one of those people who enjoys being insulted.
''So, if I give you the stuffed animal will you leave me alone?''
''That's right, even though you say it like I'm harassing you, when I'm just talking in a formal way.'' This girl must have an ego through the roof.
''I see.'' I approached her. ''So, if you accompany me to my apartment and spend the night with me, I will give it to you.'' I said with an arrogant tone.
I could see the look of disgust from her that she directed towards me.
She put her hand on her forehead, as if she was trying to process everything I said. ''You really are someone despicable, so...''
While she continued with her eyes closed and insulting me, I passed by her side and went to the cash register to pay.
''I'll buy this.''
''Looks like you got yourself into trouble.'' He said with a bit of a sneer.
''It's a headache, but I guess she'll manage.''
Looking at her, I realized that she was still standing in the hall. Seriously, she has a huge repertoire of insults.
''That would be all, thank you for your purchase.'' He handed me the stuffed animal in a bag.
"Then, see you, Katsumoto-san." I said as I left the store.
With this I'm done with Rumi's gift, now it's time to buy the other things I came for.
''You, wait there!'' But a voice called me, why is it so insistent?
"Tell me, Yukinoshita-san, do you need anything else?''
''You tricked me again!'' If she was upset before, now she is furious.
My perception of Yukinoshita has changed in a short time, even Yumiko is friendlier than her.
"It's not a lie, it's called strategy, so all I did was create a distraction." My idea was that she would be upset by my words and outraged, so she would start insulting me and I'm sure she would after that she would demand compensation, the compensation being the stuffed animal.
''Your words and your whole person is contemptible!'' The look she gave me was one of pity.
''Thanks for the compliment.'' I guess I can provoke her a bit more, and to provoke Yukinoshita, I take Pan-san out of the bag and start using it as a ball.
And from the look on her face, it looks like I pulling it off.
"To treat him like that, it's clear that someone from your class doesn't know the importance of Pan-san, but what else could be expected from someone of your ilk!" Unlike her previous insults, her tone it was provocative.
''I think I am sure that I knows much more than you.''
For a moment I could see a smile on her face, as if she had set me up.
''Then you will have no problem showing it, right?''
''Sure.'' I could see how she made a movement with her hands.
''And to make it more interesting, why not bet on Pan-san,If you fail, you will give it to me, of course I will pay you the corresponding price.'' There was a victorious smile on her face.
Now I understand where she wanted to go, I'm sure she could see that I'm similar to her in that I don't like losing. So once I played along, I fell into her trap. If I withdraw now, I'll just be left as someone pathetic who can't affirm his words, after all, I consider myself a fan of Pan-san.
''I accept, but if I win, what will I get in return? Because what would be the use of participating in your game if I don't get anything in return.''
"I'm sure that won't happen, but if that's the case, you can ask me for something, as long as it's reasonable I can accept it." Her tone was superior, as if she were speaking to someone below her, although from the way she who considers me, I think it's normal.
I'm sure she thinks I don't stand a chance, so she doesn't mind saying that. You are too arrogant, Yukinoshita.
"Okay, I just have to beat you at your own game, right?"
"Correct, the challenge consists of 10 questions about Pan-san, if you manage to answer all 10 questions correctly you win, but if you get one wrong, you lose." What a terrifying and arrogant look she gave me.
I never thought to say this, but Yukinoshita is a pain in the ass, I suppose Hikigaya must be a masochist to put up with all this, now I have more respect for you, Hikigaya.
''Go ahead, but I assure you something, I don't like to lose.''
''What a coincidence, me neither.''
"How is it possible?" There was concern on her face, I don't blame her, I had already answered 9 questions satisfactorily, so if I answered the last question correctly, it would be my victory.
''What's wrong Yukinoshita-san? Scared?'' I said with an arrogant tone, after all, although she was the one who proposed the idea, she was about to lose at her own game.
''No way. It seems that someone like you at least knows the essentials." Although her questions were quite complex, such as what year Pan-san was used as a Destinyland mascot or what year and what price was the version for the tenth anniversary of Destinyland? I highly doubt anyone normal would answer that, but I guess the word normal doesn't apply to me.
Her face returned to neutral. But I noticed a decisive look on her part.
''Last question, what is Pan-san's name?'' She said with a determined tone.
I see, a triple trap question. Nothing bad.
I must say that it was nice to challenge Yukinoshita, more at something I'm very good at, but it's a shame that you just challenged me.
''The common answer would be Pan-san, right? But it is not like that, the answer is Panda's Garden."
I saw a big smile on her face, in addition to denoting complete happiness. After all, she would have won if that had been my final answer.
That name was the one given to Pan-san's book, but it was also the second title.
Before she spoke, I decided to go ahead.
''I'm sure you must be very happy, but I'm sorry to be the communicator of bad news, but I'm not done talking yet, that was the new title they gave it for the English version, but it's not the original. After all the original is Hello, Mister Panda, am I wrong?'' I said this last in the most arrogant way I could. It is my victory.
Her face changed from happiness to disbelief, as if she couldn't process that she had lost.
But she quickly returned to a neutral expression, that control of emotions, is even terrifying.
"The answer is correct, so although it is hard to believe, it is your victory." I thought I would be more reluctant as a loser, but I quickly accept it.
''It seems that in the end the loser turned out to be you.''
"I must admit that I underestimated you, but I suppose that a person like you must have too much free time, I can also say that you must not have friends, so you have an amount of time to dedicate to this." Her words were an insult camouflaged in a congratulations.
''That doesn't matter, since you lost in the end.'' If I respond to her taunts, I'll only make this drag on, and I have other things to do, besides I've had enough of Yukinoshita for one life.
''I won't deny it, so as I said, you can ask me for something, as long as it's reasonable I don't see why I should refuse.''
I have the opportunity to request something from Yukinoshita, but what could it be, since I never thought such a situation could happen.
I guess any guy in my situation would ask for a date.
But it's not like I was going to say something like.
Yukinoshita-san let's go on a date!
Just thinking about how ridiculous this sounded made me smile. Since, I'm sure going on a date with Yukinoshita would just be a huge headache, and more so because of the way she treats me.
She looked at me with a look of disgust and revulsion.
''You really are someone twisted and despicable.'' She put her hand on her forehead. ''But I suppose it's reasonable, not every day you would have the opportunity to have my company, so I accept.''
I looked incredulously at Yukinoshita.
''Yukinoshita-san, what are you talking about?'' I was scared for some reason.
''I am responding to your request, although I do not like having a date with a person like you, in the end I gave my word, so I will not turn back.''
"Did I say that out loud?" I asked something dubious, since there was no way I could say what I thought, right?
"That's right." Yukinoshita put on a superior smile. "I suppose that for someone of your ilk the opportunity to have a date with me must be like the most important achievement in his life, so as a benevolent person I will give you that great joy." The look she directed towards me was one of pity, as if she were looking at a poor helpless creature.
Just hearing that makes me start to regret having thought of something so stupid.
''Hey, you know w-''
Before I finished speaking, she interrupted me.
"Although you already know my name, I still don't know yours, so instead of babbling nonsense, it would be good if you introduced yourself, or maybe that task is too much for a person like you." Seriously, this girl drives me crazy.
''I thought a girl so smart and at your level would know most of the Sobu High students.'' I said with a teasing tone, I'm tired of just not returning her comments.
''That's right, but even a person of my level couldn't know the names of all the students, much less people like you. Although it is somewhat rare, because of the color of your eyes you should attract attention, but I don't remember a person like you being mentioned.'' She looked at me with some doubt, as if trying to think if she had heard of someone with my description.
The few times I did stand out I was wearing my contacts, so it was only natural that I wasn't portrayed perfectly. Being the rumors with Yumiko and the time that she humiliates Sagami part of the gossip of the students.
''Excuse me for being someone so irrelevant in order to attract attention, your majesty.''
''Don't worry about it, forgiving people like you is part of my good service to society.''
I want to end this conversation at once, or I'll end up going crazy.
"My name is Tsurumi Raiden."
''So, Tsurumi-kun. I guess I won't forget it, since a person like you would be hard to forget."
"Thank you for the compliment." It was rare for her to say a compliment.
"It's not, since such a vile and unethical person must be remembered to warn other people." She said with a look of disgust.
How did I turn from a simple high school boy to a villain of some story?
It's not like I was some kind of killer or unscrupulous person who wouldn't hesitate to do anything just for the sake of wanting to do it.
Leaving that thought aside, I guess I can only resign myself to this situation.
I sighed at the thought of this.
"So, Tsurumi-kun, what is your plan?"
''What do you mean by that?'' I didn't understand what she meant.
''It was you who proposed to go on a date with me, so I hope you lead the way.'' Her face changed to one of surprise. ''I apologize, expecting you to have an idea of a date was very presumptuous of me, I'm sure this must be the first time you have any kind of contact with a girl your age.''
''Do I really give that appearance of a boy who has no friends besides walking alone and sad in life? Don't answer." Since I saw a mocking expression on her face, I preferred to leave the question open.
If I think about it, the closest thing to a date I ever had was when I accompanied Yumiko shopping, and on that occasion, it was she who led the way.
Also, more than a date, right now I have things to do.
"If that's the case, I guess just come with me, since I have some errands to finish."
''Having expectations was a mistake.'' Yukinoshita said with an exhausted tone.
''You said that I was the one to decide the path, so that was the only thing that came to my mind, besides you are a nuisance.''
''You say that, but it was you who asked me for the date.'' She said with a mocking tone.
"Don't remind me." I just sighed at that.
So, I started walking and within seconds Yukinoshita was keeping up with me.
First on my list is to buy some toys for Kuro, since broke the ones he had. That cat may seem calm, but he can also be aggressive. His toys are proof of how lethal he can be.
So, my next stop is the pet store.
While I was on my way, Yukinoshita just kept silent following me.
If it were Yumiko or Kawasaki, I wouldn't hesitate to talk or make fun of them, but Yukinoshita is too scathing with her words, besides that she would denigrate me to something less than an animal, so I prefer to be silent if it is not necessary.
After a few minutes we arrived at our destination, the pet store.
"Yukinoshita, I'm going inside to buy some things."
''Okay.'' While saying this. I could see her quickly go to the part where the animals were.
I guess this place can be considered good for taking a girl out on a date.
Leaving that topic aside, I entered the store and went looking for Kuro's toys.
Once I paid for the toys, I went looking for Yukinoshita, and to my luck, she was in the cat section.
''Nya''
''NYA''
''Nya''
''NYA''
That girl is scathing with her words, she is a pain in the ass, as well as being too arrogant. But right now, she looks too adorable.
So, I took out my cell phone and took a picture of her.
In said photo, Yukinoshita could be seen meowing in front of a small kitten. Just seeing the image of her makes me forget how cruel she was to me.
''I did not know that apart from being someone despicable and a liar, you were also a stalker, are there any other crimes that I must take into account to testify with the police?''
Her tone was terrifying, like she was talking to a criminal.
''Everyone is innocent until proven otherwise.'' The law protects everyone.
''I am sure that taking a photo of me without my consent can be considered an invasion of privacy.''
''It's a free country, besides I didn't take a picture of you, only seeing that kitten reminded me of mine, so I took out my cell phone to compare them.'' The little kitten that Yukinoshita was interacting with was black, just like Kuro.
''Do you have a cat?'' She asked somewhat excitedly.
''See for yourself.'' I went into Kuro's photo album and showed it to Yukinoshita.
In the photos Kuro could be seen in different poses, either sleeping, playing, destroying his toys and eating. He is an imperative cat, but he sleeps like a log.
Yukinoshita took my cell phone from my hands and started looking at the photos.
I guess she was too focused on the photos, since she didn't hesitate for a second to grab my cell phone.
Seconds passed and Yukinoshita was still focused on my cell phone, I could even hear her meow in front of it. Seriously how this girl can be so cute and at the same time so arrogant, it should be a crime.
"Yukinoshita-san, are you done yet?"
My words snapped her out of her thoughts.
"I guess he's pretty cute." She said as she handed my cell phone back to me.
If she were like this all the time, I'm sure she wouldn't have a problem interacting with others.
Yukinoshita is someone beautiful, in addition to having a good figure, her appearance alone is enough to make some guys speechless, I had not considered this since I met her, but now that I saw her tender side, I began to look at her differently.
''Is something wrong, Tsurumi-kun?''
I hadn't thought about it, but the way she said my last name is cute.
Damn, now I just take into account that I'm on a date with Yukinoshita Yukino, the fantasy of any boy who was once a fan of this novel.
''Nothing happens.'' I tried to answer calmly, but my tone of voice did not help in this.
''Then where are we going?'' She asked while looking at me.
I was too nervous to think, plus I still can't believe it's on a date with Yukinoshita.
"I guess we can go eat." I said the first thing that came to mind. It really must have sounded pathetic, but I can't blame myself, my situation is too surreal.
''I agree.'' I was supposed to guide her, but now I needed her approval, where was my arrogance? I remember, trying to clear my mind.
Right now, I really do look like a 16 year old on his first date, and if that was not enough, this date is with none other than the glorious, lush, beautiful, Yukinoshita Yukino.
And although I wanted to calm down, just by looking at her out of the corner of my eye, my nervousness was still not under control.
Come on Raiden, take a deep breath and try to stay calm, until a few minutes ago the sole company of Yukinoshita was nuisance, even my surprise at her was minimal when I found her, so what's the difference.
NYA.
Just remembering Yukinoshita playing with the little cat makes all my thoughts contradict.
Damn how cute you can look while acting like a girl your age.
"Tsurumi-kun, are you going to order or are you just going to stare at nothing?"
Yukinoshita's words snapped me out of my thoughts.
I hadn't realized we had reached the food court of the mall, as well as queuing at one of the restaurants, and looking around I realized I was in front of the counter.
I guess this is not the time to be lost in my thought.
''Give me a plate of tempura.'' I ordered the first plate I saw in one of the advertisements. "By the way, Yukinoshita-san, what are you going to order? to pay for the two of us."
Although I'm a little nervous, I know that on a date it should be the man who pays, even more so when I force Yukinoshita to accompany me.
''I didn't think Tsurumi-kun could be so considerate.'' Her tone was mocking, does she have to question every decision I make?
''But I refuse.'' Her answer surprised me. ''Surely you are thinking that you should pay everything because you were the one who imposed this appointment on me.'' I could notice the look of the other people, they were an accusing look, could this girl say something without making me look like the worst in society?
''But I was the one who proposed the bet, besides losing it, so I won't accept that.''
''Yukinoshita you…''
"Besides, I don't know if that money of yours was obtained in an honest way, so I would prefer to avoid becoming an accomplice."
You are a pain.
After ordering and receiving our orders, we sat down at a table and began to eat in silence.
End of flash back.
Although I did a little analysis of everything that happened so far, I still can't talk to her normally like I did since I met her.
She is beautiful, she has a slender figure, and it is every boy's dream to have a date with a girl like her.
But we are talking about Yukinoshita Yukino, who since I met her hasn't stopped insulting me in different ways, besides questioning any decision I make, and, above all, her look of superiority that she always gave me is something that is not to my liking.
Why should I feel nervous around her?
Because she looked cute while she was playing with that little kitty?
If I think about it, Rumi is much cuter than Yukinoshita could ever be. It's true, there is nothing cuter than my cute little sister.
Besides, my recent behavior is too pathetic even for someone like me. I'm on a date with the ice queen, and what does she have?
If we compare her with my younger sister, Yukinoshita loses in tenderness, if I compare her with Yumiko and Kawasaki, Yukinoshita is less accessible to talk as well as being scathing with her way of speaking, apart from the fact that there are two big differences that separate them. After all, I like big breasts.
So why should I feel nervous around her?
There was no reason for it, in the end I had thought too much, resulting in a pathetic attitude.
I used both hands to hit my face.
"Tsurumi-kun, could you please stop acting like yourself and at least behave like a decent person?" As always, she said this mockingly.
"Oh, sorry Ojou-sama, this humble servant will try to act in a civilized manner, but I still remind you that it was YOU who lost in your own game, so I hope for understanding of LOSER." I said this with an arrogant tone, highlighting that she was the one who lost.
But to my surprise she put a smile on her face.
''Expecting normal behavior from you, I guess that's too much to ask.'' For some reason I feel like she's having fun saying that.
''Whatever you say, her majesty.'' I no longer had any doubts in responding as I did at the beginning.
''At least you recognize the great difference between the two.''
''Of course, if we discount her height, in addition to her arrogant way of being, I guess there is still her enormous ego, but unfortunately for me it's hard to match that.''
''I thought you would still have that nervous attitude from a while ago.''
''I'm sorry, but it was a small slip, it won't happen again.''
"Is that so, I thought you were nervous being lucky enough to have a beautiful girl like me for company." She is arrogant
''You must have too big an ego to think like that, plus I know much prettier girls than you.''
''I doubt very much that someone like you knows girls who can surpass me.'' She said with an air of grandeur. How am I going to enjoy saying the following.
''Although if we talk about surpassing, I'm sure that many girls surpass you in that field" I said while focusing my gaze on a certain part of her body.
Yukinoshita quickly covered her breasts with her arms.
"Human beings can't be differentiated by something as silly as breast size, but I'm sure an immoral and nasty person like you can't understand that."
"I understand perfectly, but it would be more believable if you looked me in the eye when saying that, instead of avoiding eye contact while having a hurt look on your face." Returning those words to Yukinoshita felt good.
''You really are someone unpleasant.''
"Thank you for the compliment." After she told me so many times, those words no longer had the same impact. "So, shall we continue with our date?" I said with an arrogant tone.
''I have no problem with it, I hope you know how to entertain me.'' Her gaze was determined, as if she did not want me to surpass her in a conversation again.
''Sure, I can do that.'' I no longer have any problem dealing with her.
''So, your maximum brain capacity is only enough to think about this?''
I took Yukinoshita to the cinema, since I was thinking of seeing the latest Pan-san movie that came out. I wanted to see it together with Rumi, but the mother of one of her friends took them to the cinema, so I decided to go see it today.
''You say that, but your gaze keeps going to the premiere billboard.''
Yukinoshita was periodically looking at the poster for Pan-san's new movie, I'm sure she also came today to watch the movie.
"I don't know what you're talking about." She answered nonchalantly.
An interesting idea occurred to me, after all I had already bought two tickets to see the movie together with Rumi.
"Yukinoshita if I remember correctly, you said that since I proposed the date, I should be the one to take the reins, right?"
''That's right, unless you forgot so quickly, which proves your lack of ability.''
She will not hesitate to turn any situation against me. I'm really going to enjoy the following.
''Then there is no problem, since I bought a ticket for a movie in advance, but there was a promotion, so they gave me two tickets."
Yukinoshita just silently listened to my words, as well as keeping a neutral expression.
We both argued and had a conflict over a Pan-san stuffed animal, plus the questions of our bet were from Pan-san, so the most obvious thing you should think is that I mean the Pan-san movie, of course not she's wrong, but she doesn't know about this.
So, I walked over to an action movie poster.
''I was looking forward to seeing this movie.'' I said pointing to the poster next to me.
Yukinoshita's expression had a drastic change, I could see the disbelief on her face, as if she hadn't finished processing my words, although after a few seconds she returned to her normal expression.
''There is no problem with it, you can go see that movie while…''
''I think I remember we're on a date, right? Besides, you yourself said that I take the reins, unless you want to contradict yourself, but I guess the great Yukinoshita Yukino wouldn't back down on her decision, right?'' I said this with a provocative tone, and just as I expected, she had an annoyed look that she didn't hesitate to give me.
Yukinoshita just sighed and closed her eyes, after a few seconds she had a determined expression.
''It's true, that's what I said, so I'm not going to contradict myself.''
I expected her to protest or say some insulting words, but to my surprise she just agreed to my terms, or does she know it was all just an act?
Seriously Yukinoshita can exceed my expectations.
I put a smile on my face.
''So, then on the go.''
Looking at her from the corner of my eye, I could see her put on a nostalgic expression when looking at Pan-san's poster. Now for some reason I feel guilty. As if he had committed a crime against humanity.
Although in the end we would see Pan-san's movie.
I showed the tickets to the movie worker, who let us into the movie theaters.
Yukinoshita was just following me, but when she saw me stop in front of the room that had Pan-san's poster next to it, I could see her smile. Seriously this girl should behave like a girl her age more often.
''Oh, what does this mean Tsurumi-kun, didn't you say we'd watch that other movie?'' Her tone was cheerful, as well as mischievous.
''When did I say that?'' I replied with a tone of disbelief.
''I seem to remember that you said you wanted to see that movie.''
I put a teasing smile on my face.
''I think you should be the one to doubt her ability, since I said I had 2 tickets with me, and then I said I wanted to see that movie, I never mentioned that the tickets were for that movie.'' The victory was mine. Although a competition was never established.
She just nodded, but still she had a smile on her face. I guess she doesn't have a problem with it, since she will see Pan-san's movie in the end.
I must say that Pan-san's movie is everything I could hope for from a Panda who seeks to defend the forest, a tremendous masterpiece.
When I left the cinema, it was already late, so I prepared to accompany Yukinoshita to her apartment.
Of course, this caused her to call me stalking in various ways, she even almost called the police, but I just said that since it was a date, it was my duty to make sure she got to her house.
Although she was somewhat reluctant, in the end she ended up accepting.
I never expected that something like this could happen, I must admit that I had fun, even for a moment I had a little internal conflict, but I was able to solve it.
I looked at my cell phone noticing that there was a reply to the message I sent, so I guess there is no problem with that. After all, I'm still on a date.
The mechanical voice of the train indicated that it was at Yukinoshita's stop, so once the train stopped, I got off next to her.
Our tour was silent, if there was no need, I wouldn't start a conversation, after all, after watching Pan-san's movie, the atmosphere between us became calm, so I didn't want to ruin it.
I was able to see an apartment complex, if I remember correctly, this is where Yukinoshita lives.
''At this distance it's enough, Tsurumi-kun.''
''Are you sure you don't want me to walk you in, you know, for security.''
''The security of the place would throw you out just by seeing you, so I prefer to avoid that situation.'' Although she had a smile when saying this, as if she had imagined it and it amused her.
''I understand, I'm a plain sight criminal.'' I guess she's right about that.
''I'm glad you admit it.'' Her expression softened as she said this.
''By the way, even though I don't want to admit it, I had fun today, and I never expected to meet a girl like you.''
"I guess I think the same, I never expected to have a date with someone of your category, but if we take away your horrible treatment as well as your little ethics, I could say that it was fine." Even until the end she will not hesitate to attack, it really is not very accessible, although I had already gotten used to that.
It's time to say goodbye, plus I have to make one last stop before going home.
"Yukinoshita, here"
I threw the bag Pan-san had towards Yukinoshita.
Showing a quick reaction, she received it with no problem.
''What does this mean?'' I ask somewhat dismayed, I don't blame her, this was something that occurred to me while we were on the train.
''Consider it as a gift for having to drag you with me all afternoon.''
''But isn't it a present for your little sister?''
''I wouldn't give it to you if I didn't have a contingency plan.''
I sent a message to Matsumoto-san, asking if he still had the stuffed animal that I reserved, and to my good luck, he still had it, so after this I have to go back to the mall.
''But still ..''
"Just take it Yukinoshita, right now we're technically still on a date, so it's customary to give a parting gift." If only I had opted for the stuffed animal I had reserved, none of this would have happened, so at least I would give her this as compensation, plus I got a lot of money the day I worked wearing the Pan-san suit, this was not an expense for me.
Yukinoshita took out the Pan-san and held it in her arms.
"Even if you ask me for it back, I'm not going to give it back to you anymore." Her expression when saying this is too cute. Seriously, this girl can be extremely cute.
''Don't worry, I won't take it away from you.''
I didn't have anything else to do around here, so I turned around and started walking.
''See you later, Yukinoshita'' Though I highly doubt we'll meet again.
''See you, Tsurumi-kun.'' I could see her say goodbye out of the corner of my eye.
Although I never planned or thought that something like this could ever happen to me, things turned out this way, not that I regret it either. I even have something to brag about.
But I don't think if I told someone I managed to date Yukinoshita they would believe me. I started laughing just thinking about how funny that sounded.
Leaving that aside, I should hurry up, since I don't want to come home too late.
Pov Haruno
Ever since I graduated from Sobu High, my days became boring, college could be taken as a new and rewarding experience, but it was boring.
People get carried away by the superficial way I talk to them, and they don't seem to realize it.
Seriously it's so boring to have people who can only see the surface of one.
But I can't do more, as the eldest daughter of the Yukinoshita family it's my duty to keep the appearance of the perfect girl accessible to everyone. It really is kind of annoying.
The sound of my cell phone took me out of my thoughts, who could it be?
This is weird, I couldn't think of any reason for my little sister to be the one to call me, maybe something interesting came up?
"Hello, Yukino-chan, it's rare for you to be the one to call me." Speak in a very good mood.
''Good night, Nee-san.''
"Come on, don't be so formal, we are sisters after all."
She just stayed silent, making fun of her is fun.
''The reason why I am calling you is that I want to consult you about something.''
It's strange, I can't imagine any reason for Yukino-chan to be interested in anything other than Pan-san or cats.
''Tell me, onee-chan is willing to help you with any problem you have.''
''What could I give to someone who gave me a gift?''
Did I hear well? Is my little younger sister interested in giving someone a present? That is something that does not happen every day, exactly for several years during elementary school.
"Are you serious, Yukino-chan? Who is the lucky one who struck your heart? I'll make sure to warn his that if he makes you cry, his life won't end well."
"I'm going to hang up." Her voice turned cold.
"Come on, I was just kidding, but it's weird coming from you that you want to give someone a present."
''That's why I'm asking you, since I don't have anyone else to ask this.'' Her voice sounded a little nervous, as if she was hesitant to call me, how cute she is.
From her words I can say that it is a gift for a boy, was my cute little sister really interested in someone?
"It's just a gift of retribution, before you get the wrong idea."
She is still as perceptive as ever.
A phrase I remember from high school is that a man is won over by his stomach, so this might work, plus Yukino-chan has a talent for cooking.
''How about you make him a bento?''
''A lunch? It would not be something common.''
''You're misunderstanding, it's a lunch prepared by a beautiful girl like Yukino-chan, I highly doubt that someone in her 5 senses would deny this. But if you want to ensure your conquest, I would tell you to try an unusual dish, that way you make sure you leave a great impression on his that I doubt he will forget.''
"I already told you, it's just a retribution gift."
"Come on Yukino-chan, you can tell everything to your onee-chan, who was the lucky one who melted your heart?"
''Hello, Yukino-chan?'''
She hung up on me, huh.
This is something I didn't expect, I guess things will get interesting from my little sister's side.
Maybe when I have a day off, I'll go visit her. Since I want to know more about this person. After all, I wouldn't let someone hurt her again.