What does that have to do with you? Yukino asked Hachiman in bewilderment.
...Hachiman's voice caught. Fine, it was all thanks to your mother.
For your sake, your mother even lost weight around her chest. It hurts like hell to use her as a pillow.
Do you want to die?
Yukino angrily hit Hachiman.
Rumi thought about it, then slowly nodded.
Seeing that his daughter had agreed, Hachiman was satisfied. Since he was holding Rumi and couldn't fight back, he could only grit his teeth and endure Yukino's blows.
In the eyes of the passersby, the three of them looked like a loving couple who had come together to pick up their child from school. The warm scene made them smile involuntarily.
The Summer Vacation That Quietly Passed Away
Early in the morning, Hachiman walked down the road with a yawn, with the equally sleepy Rumi beside him.
Yukino, who had gone to sleep with Hachiman the night before and had even gotten up early to prepare four lunch boxes, looked surprisingly energetic.
Aren't you tired? Hachiman wiped away the tears at the corners of his eyes and asked Yukino.
Not at all. You're the one who hasn't adjusted yet.
Yukino covered her mouth and laughed.
Maybe. After spending an entire summer vacation like this, I've almost forgotten how to write.
Hachiman pursed his lips.
It's not that exaggerated, is it?
Heh, I haven't touched a pen in a month and a half. I've even forgotten what I studied before.
Hachiman looked troubled.
Pfft, that's what you get for not reviewing. And you still want to get into the University of Tokyo? Yukino said with a helpless laugh.
Ahem... Hachiman looked awkward.
I'm off~ Little Rumi greeted them indifferently.
Yukino and Hachiman nodded.
Rumi tugged at Yukino's hand, signaling for her to bend down. Yukino crouched down in confusion.
Unexpectedly, Rumi gently pecked Yukino on the cheek. Yukino immediately narrowed her eyes happily.
What about me? Hachiman asked jealously.
Hmph! Hentai! Rumi lightly kicked Hachiman in the shin before turning and running toward the school.
What's with that kid?
Hachiman stared darkly at Rumi's hair fluttering as she ran.
Aren't you two together all day long enough? Yukino was a little jealous. After all, whenever Rumi was with Hachiman, the two of them were hugging.
Are you jealous? Hachiman teased.
Who would be jealous over you?
Yukino flushed and turned her head away.
All right, Rumi is still young. Do you expect me to hug you every day the way I hug her?
Yukino fell silent.
Hachiman didn't continue teasing her. He simply took her hand and walked alongside her in silence.
The streets were filled with boys and girls wearing Sobu High uniforms. They were all startled when they saw the two of them holding hands.
The male students were especially affected. Seeing Yukino, a flower blooming atop a lofty mountain, plucked by Hachiman stirred up all kinds of envy, jealousy, and resentment in them.
The girls, meanwhile, wondered why they had never seen such a handsome boy at school before. He looked so unfamiliar.
Regardless of what the others thought, the two of them slowly entered the gates of Sobu High. They waved goodbye only when they reached the stairs.
Oh my~ How was your summer vacation, Hikki? Miss Dango pounced directly in front of Hachiman like a puppy.
It was all right, but it seems you've forgotten something.
Hachiman stared at the beautiful girl.
Hehehe, I know! I'll go pick up Sabure today.
Hachiman rolled his eyes. Poor Sabure had been forgotten by its owner at the Hikigaya Residence for more than a month, living in misery every day.
Since Yukino was extremely afraid of dogs, Hachiman had no choice but to keep Sabure outside the house and take it for walks every morning and evening.
Why do I feel like you did that on purpose? You knew perfectly well how afraid Yukino was of dogs, yet you still left Sabure here.
Hachiman spoke suspiciously.
Oh my, you found out? I just wanted to help Little Snow.
Yui said with a giggle.
Then I should thank you, since because of you, she's even more afraid of dogs now.
Hachiman spoke crossly.
Huh? Why?
Yui looked confused.
I wasn't paying attention that day, and your dog's leash came loose. Sabure jumped straight onto Yukino and scared her half to death.
Hachiman recounted what had happened.
How could that happen?
Yui spoke in despair. Then Little Snow must hate me to death.
Heh, if I hadn't stopped her, your Sabure would've been made into dog-meat hotpot.
Hachiman frightened Miss Dango with the thought.
Wuuu~ Yui let out a cute, incomprehensible cry, probably imagining her little dachshund being cooked.
Hikki~ Thanks.
Yui wore a bright smile.
Mm. What about you? How was your summer vacation?
Mm, it was all right. I just feel like I got a little tanner.
Yui looked embarrassed.
Really? I didn't notice. If anything, you seem quite a bit fairer than before.
Oh! Really? Yui was delighted.
Can you tell if I've gained weight, too? I couldn't control myself while I was on vacation and ate a lot.
It feels... like there's a little more meat around your stomach.
Hachiman scrutinized Yui carefully before finally saying it thoughtfully.
Ah! You can really tell? Yui looked flustered.
It's hard to notice unless you look closely.
Hachiman tried to reassure her.
No, even so, I'm going on a diet.
The girl clenched her fists and made up her mind.
Good luck with that.
Hachiman brushed her off without the slightest sincerity.
Huh? Hikki, don't you believe me? Yui could hear the doubt in his voice.
I never said that.
Just as Yui was about to continue, Miura suddenly called out her name.
Ah~ Sorry, Hikki. I'll go over there for a moment.
There was a hint of apology in Yui's voice.
Hachiman nodded to indicate that it was fine and watched Yui turn away. She walked over to Miura and began chatting and laughing with the group of popular students.
Shaking his head, Hachiman took his Earphones out of his schoolbag and listened to music by himself.
Before long, Shizuka Hiratsuka entered the classroom. Hachiman removed his Earphones as a sign of respect, but he wasn't listening to what she was saying.
Recalling everything that had happened during the summer vacation, Hachiman drifted off into his own world.
Shizuka Hiratsuka watched Hachiman smile inexplicably at the window and grew furious. Gritting her teeth, she continued explaining the points to note after returning from summer vacation.
...Lastly, if you want to continue your education, you'd better get your mind back on your studies.
Am I right, Hachiman-kun?
There was anger in Shizuka Hiratsuka's voice.
Huh? Hachiman pulled his gaze back and looked at Shizuka Hiratsuka blankly.
Repeat what I just said.
Shizuka Hiratsuka stared intently at Hachiman.
You just said that anyone who wants to continue their education should settle down and focus early.
With Yui's reminder from behind him, Hachiman managed to answer.
Mm. Sit down.
Seeing that Hachiman had answered, Shizuka Hiratsuka could do nothing but helplessly tell him to sit down.
When school let out in the afternoon, Yui dragged Hachiman impatiently toward the Service Club.
When they opened the door, they found that Yukino had just put down her schoolbag. Hearing the noise, Yukino turned around, but before she could say anything, Yui pounced on her and rubbed against her.
Mmm~ Little Snow, I've missed you so much~ Yui rubbed her cheek against Yukino's.
Eh! What are you doing? Get off me!
Feeling her breasts pressed against Yui's fuller chest, Yukino immediately felt her nipples slowly stiffen.
Huh? Little Snow, you smell just like Hikki.
Yui sniffed Yukino for a long while before crying out in surprise.
Huh? Hachiman and Yukino were both dumbfounded.
Are you a dog or something? Hachiman thought as he looked at Yui hugging Yukino.
Big News
You two~ Were you sleeping together? Yui looked at them slyly.
Ah... well... no.
Yukino stammered shyly.
From Yukino's tone, Yui immediately knew that she had guessed correctly and gave them a malicious smile.
Oh ho~ Is that so? Yui clearly didn't believe Yukino.
Hey, hey~ Little Snow, let me ask you something.
What?
It's just... um... did it hurt? Yui asked bashfully.
Before you continue