Chapter 14: Sayuki and Haruhiko ②
Sayuki took extra care with her clothes today and wore the protective stone that Haruhiko had given her.
For a gift, she chose an assortment of cookies. She had considered bringing cake but thought there might be overlap if he had already prepared refreshments. For a first visit, it would be better to choose something safe.
“Ah, Sayuki, you’re early!”
“Well, when you’re invited somewhere, you absolutely can’t be late.”
“You’re really fired up!”
“Th-that’s not what I meant…”
Sayuki was the first to arrive at the meeting place. Though she stumbled over her words, there was no ulterior motive.
Akane arrived next, and finally, Moe came running up energetically with a “Sorry to keep you waiting!”
It was Sunday. Today they had plans to visit Miina’s house, going to the Hakase residence.
“Haru-san has the day off today and will welcome us at home, right?”
Moe looked excited.
Going to Miina’s house also meant going to her brother Haruhiko’s house. When she thought about it that way, she felt a little nervous.
“Yes, we must make sure to be polite.”
“I know, Sayuki-chan. Come on, let’s go!”
Seeing Akane’s cheerful smile gave her courage.
Their destination was an apartment building in front of the station. This is where Haruhiko and Miina lived together. They had heard their apartment was on the second floor corner, so they went directly there.
“…Yes, I’ve been waiting for you.”
Miina greeted them. Though they both had silver hair, they were pure Japanese.
She wore a top with a large ribbon at the neck and a flared miniskirt. A choker with charms completed her cute, well-coordinated outfit.
“Yahoo, Miina-chan!”
“Miina-san, hello!”
“Thank you for inviting us today.”
Even aside from Haruhiko, being able to become friends with Miina made her very happy.
After all, Sayuki’s social circle was small. Being invited to a friend’s house other than Akane and Moe was a rare event.
“We just moved here recently. When Haru-niisan found out I got a recommendation for the Academy, he immediately rented this apartment.”
“Then Miina will be my junior at school.”
“Yes, please take care of me, Sayuki-senpai.”
“Likewise.”
This apartment was certainly close to the academy and convenient for commuting. But moving just for his sister’s sake was quite decisive.
“I’m aiming for it too, so maybe all three of us can be together!”
“Akane needs to study a bit harder.”
“Ugh, ahaha, well…”
Akane laughed awkwardly, being poor at studying.
While that aspect of her was cute too, going easy on her now would only cause problems later. They had planned to have a study session while hanging out today.
The Hakase home they were led to was furnished uniformly with calm-designed wooden furniture. The lack of decorations was probably because they had just moved in.
“Ah, Sayuki-chan. And Moe-chan, Akane-chan too. Welcome, I’m glad you could come.”
When they entered the living room, Haruhiko was waiting in casual clothes.
A handsome young man with silver hair and cool features was reading an English newspaper on the sofa. It felt somehow strange yet natural at the same time.
“Pardon our intrusion!”
“Hello, Haru-san!”
“Excuse us. Thank you for having us today, Haruhiko-san.”
She managed to say his name smoothly. Her heart fluttered at such an ordinary thing, and Sayuki naturally broke into a smile.
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512: Hakase
Have I told you about the time I invited the three Lost Fairies girls to my house, got labeled as sister-complex, and ended up in a good mood with Fiona-tan?
513: Anonymous Combatant
You haven’t!?
514: Anonymous Combatant
What’s that? Tell us more!
515: Hakase
Well, well~ NyanJ members are such eager beavers~
516: Anonymous Combatant
Hakase is more annoying than ever before.
517: Anonymous Combatant
You just want to brag, don’t you.
518: Hakase
Let’s keep the intro short.
Remember when I told you about the cat-eared kunoichi inviting Eres-chan and others to our house?
Right after that, I quickly signed a contract for an apartment and set up living arrangements for the Hakase-Cat Ear siblings.
I wanted a base in Japan anyway, so it was perfect timing.
Then, Eres-chan and others properly came to visit, and I hosted them.
519: Anonymous Combatant
Ah, is this about that thing with Hakase-san’s male situation or whatever?
520: Anonymous Combatant
It’s the family situation plan. If it were male situation, Cat Ear-chan would be in trouble.
521: Hakase
First, I worked out the setting.
[HAKASE Older Brother]
26 years old, working at an electronics manufacturer.
Though young, he’s an executive but stays hands-on, still leading research.
Lost parents early and looked after his sister. Actually his step-sister, but blood relations don’t matter – she’s precious to him.
Hobbies are reading and research. Workaholic, can’t keep relationships long which troubles him.
Really wants a cat but sister won’t allow it. Likes cup noodles, frozen food, and cake. Likes strong flavors but sister always scolds him about health.
Can do basic housework but sister usually handles cooking. His favorite food is sister’s cooking.
522: Anonymous Combatant
That bit about “can’t keep relationships long” shows a hint of pride lol
523: Anonymous Combatant
You’ve never had a girlfriend and you’re a virgin lol
Me? …Don’t ask about that.
524: Anonymous Combatant
The latter half is pretty much the usual Hakase.
525: Hakase
Next is the cat-eared kunoichi’s setting.
[HAKASE Little sister]
15 years old, attending middle school in Tokyo.
Already accepted to Netora Academy through recommendation, which is why Anitarou decided to move.
Shy and usually quiet, but talks a lot with friends and family.
Good at sports but slightly weak in studies. Didn’t join clubs in middle school due to housework for two-person household.
Not actually blood-related to brother.
Calls brother “Nii-san.” Close relationship, goes shopping together on holidays.
In charge of cooking at Hakase house. Tries to make brother eat vegetables.
Recently interested in fashion, trying various styles.
…Something like that. You won’t be able to trace back to us from the names. They’re obviously pseudonyms.
526: Anonymous Combatant
We know that without being told lol
Wait, can Cat Ear-chan really cook?
527: Anonymous Combatant
Step-sister… nice, incorporating a wonderful setting.
528: Anonymous Combatant
Sounds like the setup for a romantic comedy.
529: Hakase
»526 She can, it’s not just setting but pretty close to reality.
Everything was ready to welcome Fiona-tan.
Bought an apartment, furnished it with furniture and interior. Even installed a water server.
And not just any water server.
A chic design water server that blends with the surroundings…!
530: Anonymous Combatant
O-okay.
531: Anonymous Combatant
What’s with that water server promotion.
532: Hakase
Well, I read an article online saying water servers are items that make you popular!
Plus Cat Ear wanted one, so I installed it and it turned out surprisingly convenient and became a favorite.
533: Anonymous Combatant
Hakase really spoils Cat Ear-chan.
534: Anonymous Combatant
Do you actually live there?
535: Hakase
It’s basically a base but we sometimes stay overnight for fun. Cat Ear enjoys it.
Cat Ear: “Dinner’s ready, nya”
Me: “Thanks. Cat Ear sister’s food is always delicious”
Cat Ear: “Hakase nii-san. Tonight, read me a picture book like old times, nya”
Me: “Come on, you’re already fifteen, right?”
Cat Ear: “Don’t care. Sisters should be spoiled by their brothers, nya”
Something like that. I properly warned her about the “nya” thing though.
Reminds me of the old days when I was her educator.
Back then, Cat Ear used to beg me to read picture books…
536: Anonymous Combatant
Wait, are we just here to watch Hakase show off his successful life?
537: Anonymous Combatant
He’s already being lovey-dovey at this stage, but the main topic is Fiona-chan.
538: Hakase
That’s right. I learned how to brew tea from Big Bro for this day.
Cat Ear and A-ko-chan offered to teach me too, but he said “This is for my little bro, I’ll teach you from the basics” and helped out. Big Bro is truly Big Bro, staying up all night despite having work tomorrow.
Cake is also prepared. Got an English newspaper to look intellectual. To me, both Japanese and English are alien languages, but apparently it appeals to students.
539: Anonymous Combatant
Seems fully prepared but slightly off the mark. Especially the English newspaper part.
540: Anonymous Combatant
I’ll acknowledge the effort.
541: Anonymous Combatant
Still as caring as ever, Big Bro!
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