For 162, pairing: Rei/Mari
77. Sales
"Would these be cute?"
It's a harmless question from a not harmless person. But Rei is not easily intimidated. Nothing's more intimidating than your own brother playing god with you as the excuse.
Rei slowly turns her chair from where she's examining skirts. They're easier for her legs, and her brother is very good with leggings but… still. Rei squints at the multicolored socks, danced with purple and orange patterns and threatened to fall off once put on feet.
"They're cute but are they for Hideto-san?"
Mari snorts. "That's great! But nah, I was gonna put it in Sigma's birthday bag. He'll love them."
"Ooh I'm getting him Sanrio plushies."
"I'm your girlfriend!" Mari pouts as she puts another three things in the cart. Rei silently mourns her allowance. "Why don't I get a Sanrio plushie?"
"Because your favorite is out of stock."
"Oh." Mari looks around, leans down, and kisses her on the forehead. "That better be your only reason."
"Of course." Rei tries not to laugh at her, too loudly anyway.
See? Nothing to worry about.
"Now we need to find better shoes …"