The Hikigaya Couple's Youth Romantic Comedy Is Definitely Not Normal Chapter 49

Hachiman was venturing further and further down the path of self-destruction.

"Huh? What are you talking about?" Yui, her cheeks stuffed with bacon and a sausage hanging from her mouth, looked at Hachiman with hamster-like movements of her jaw.

"It's nothing, keep eating."

Yukino pushed the food from her own plate towards Yui.

"I can't eat this much..." Yui's words trailed off as she instinctively ducked her head. After Yukino subtly kicked her under the table, the dumpling suddenly noticed Hachiman's expression had soured in an instant.

Hachiman felt a bitter helplessness as he watched Yui shrink back. Yukino's foot in her small leather shoe was pressing down hard on his own, and her small hand was twisting his waist.

Pretending nothing was wrong, he nudged Rumi, who was happily eating, with his foot. The little one was a bit confused by the sudden disturbance, but upon seeing Hachiman's ashen face and Yukino smilingly watching him, and then recalling Hachiman's earlier foolish remark, Rumi instantly understood what she needed to do.

Under Hachiman's hopeful gaze, Rumi put on a cherubic expression and said to Yukino, "Mommy, do you like papaya? I'll give you mine too."

Hachiman felt it was too late even to buy a coffin.

Fortunately, Rumi remembered Hachiman's kindness. After a hint of a mischievous smile, she still helped Hachiman out of his predicament. The little one gathered her expression and said with a touch of shyness, "Daddy, I... I want to go to the restroom."

"Komachi, take Rumi to the restroom."

Yukino directly cut off Hachiman's fantasy, her beautiful eyes glancing sideways at him, her face full of disdain.

"Honey? Do you think papaya is useless?"

"It's useless! It's definitely useless. If papaya were useful, what would we need silicone for?" Hachiman said righteously.

"Since it's useless, should I still eat it?"

"Eat it if you like it, give it to me if you don't."

"But if I don't eat it, someone will complain about me again."

Yukino continued to speak sarcastically.

"I wouldn't dare complain. How could I? My preferences absolutely change with the situation."

"Your mouth is really sweet~"

"You know how sweet it is, you've tasted it so many times."

"Alright, fifty deep squats holding me tonight, and this matter will be settled."

Yukino said calmly.

"What!" Hachiman's face turned green.

"What? Not satisfied? Then a hundred."

"Satisfied, satisfied, fifty is fine."

Hachiman was already regretting his loose tongue.

"When Komachi and Rumi get back, let's go for a walk outside."

Yukino made the decision.

Chapter 70: Edinburgh Excursion Part 3

In the verdant Princes Street Gardens, due to a recent light rain, the grass was dotted with dewdrops, making it appear even more lush.

At the easternmost end of Princes Street, near Carlton Hill, there was a road that led west towards the Dundas Monument and the National Museum of Scotland.

However, Hachiman and his group were not headed there. As the five of them had just stepped out of the hotel, they noticed a fine drizzle had started outside.

Taking an umbrella from the doorman, they pushed open the hotel doors. Just as Hachiman was about to open the umbrella, he found that the drizzle had already quietly stopped.

Hachiman returned the umbrella with a wry smile. The surrounding pedestrians seemed accustomed to this, merely tightening their clothes before continuing on their way.

After Yukino spread a blanket on the slightly damp grass, and everyone had just sat down, some restless pigeons flapped their wings and flew nearby.

In about ten minutes, the previously overcast sky was dispersed by the warm sun, and pedestrians gradually appeared on the lawn.

Perhaps because it had just rained, the damp grass couldn't be directly lain on for sunbathing, so people simply sat on the provided benches.

"Hikki~ Look!"

Yui suddenly exclaimed in surprise.

"What is it?" Hachiman followed Yui's pointing finger with a puzzled look and saw a squirrel squatting not far away.

Blinking its gem-like eyes, the squirrel tilted its head and groomed its whiskers with its paws, looking at them curiously.

"Wow~ So cute."

Yui gazed at the unafraid little creature with starry eyes.

The squirrel seemed to sense no ill will from the people in front of it, so it hopped onto the blanket where Hachiman and the others were sitting.

"I remember there were nuts in the bag, right? Yui, you didn't finish them all?" Yukino, also drawn to the squirrel, spoke with unusual gentleness, as if afraid of scaring it away.

"Eh~ Let me look."

The dumpling fumbled around herself and found some leftover almonds in her jacket pocket from yesterday.

After peeling the shell, Yui tremblingly held out the almond a short distance from the squirrel, watching it nervously.

The little thing hopped forward a few times, sniffed the almond, then cupped it with its tiny paws and brought it to its mouth.

Hikki, look, it's really eating.

Yui said excitedly to Hachiman.

I see... Hachiman pouted, not understanding why Yui was so excited at all.

Hachiman ignored the four girls crowding around the squirrel. Instead, he took out cookies he'd bought on impulse from his pocket and began feeding the numerous pigeons nearby.

Ah! Yui exclaimed, watching the squirrel scamper away. Why did it leave?

Either it's full, or it found your fangirl expression too terrifying.

Hachiman taunted.

Hikki, why are you so mean~ Yui walked over indignantly, snatched the cookies from Hachiman's hand, broke them into pieces like a pro, and enjoyed the feeling of the pigeons pecking from her hand.

Hee hee hee~ Big brother, I want some too! Komachi suddenly pounced on Hachiman, begging him.

There's none left, it's all with your sister Yui.

Hachiman said, spreading his hands.

Eh~ Why is it like this! Komachi whined discontentedly at Hachiman.

Why are you blaming me when you didn't buy any yourself? Hachiman said calmly.

I don't have any money! Komachi glared at her elder brother, her little fangs grinding.

Here~ Is this enough? Hachiman pulled out three notes from his wallet, handed them to Komachi, and waved her away.

With three hundred pounds in hand, Komachi didn't care about Hachiman's attitude and skipped away, joining Yui to whisper together.

Where are we going next? Yukino asked, sitting next to Hachiman.

No rush, let's sit here a while longer. You can't see scenes like this in Japan.

Hachiman lay on the blanket, staring at the layered buildings.

That's right. There are really fewer tall buildings here. Most people live in bungalows, without that oppressive feeling you get in Japan.

Yukino gazed at the distinct layers of blue and white sky, feeling an immense peace within her heart.

The most important thing is that the happiness of the people here radiates from within. Japanese faces always look so serious, as if they want to wash their faces while brushing their teeth in the morning.

Hachiman complained.

You're clearly speaking from a position of privilege. If we were like ordinary people, forget about traveling during the holidays, we'd be scrambling to find part-time jobs at convenience stores.

Yukino lightly tapped Hachiman, her face full of disdain.

Yes, yes, yes~ I'm benefiting from your good fortune.

Hachiman wrapped his arm around Yukino's waist, leaned down, and rested his chin on her shoulder, inhaling her refreshing scent.

Hmph~ The girl whose icy heart had completely melted let out a soft hum, as gentle as water, and quietly felt the warmth of Hachiman's palm covering her lower abdomen.

Aren't you cold? Hachiman asked Yukino, who was only wearing a knee-length skirt.

I'm okay~ My constitution is much better than before.

Yukino, who had received Hachiman's meticulous care, had a healthy blush on her face.

That's good.

Hachiman could indeed feel a faint warmth emanating from the girl, and he relaxed.

Hikki~ What is that over there? Yui pointed at a Gothic building and asked Hachiman.

Isn't that the Scott Monument?

Hachiman asked Yukino uncertainly.

Yukino nodded, confirming Hachiman's words.

Wow~ It's so tall.

Yui tilted her head back, looking at the building before her, her mouth agape.

Do you want to go up and see? Hachiman asked Yui.

Mmm~ Forget it, climbing that high would exhaust me.

Dango shook her head, pouting.

Hikki~ Hurry and take some pictures for me. I finally came abroad, and I completely forgot to take photos.

Yui shoved her phone into Hachiman's hand and turned back to strike a pose.

After Hachiman took the photos for Dango, he returned the phone to her. He then peeked at the girl typing slowly on her phone, showing off.

First time traveling abroad~ It feels so different from Japan??ω???? After typing that line, the girl added the photos Hachiman had taken for her and posted them on her social media.

For the next ten minutes, the girl's phone rang incessantly with notifications, and her expression grew happier. By the end, she even burst out laughing.

Hachiman tidied up the blanket, gathered the trash, and put it in a trash bag, preparing to throw it away.

Yui, hurry up, we're going somewhere else.

Hachiman called out to Yui after spending a few hours in the garden.

Chapter 71: Edinburgh Travelogue Part 4

"Hikki~ I really need to go to the bathroom... What should I do?" Yui said to Hachiman, her face flushed, as they walked towards the restaurant.

"Isn't there a restroom over there?" Hachiman pointed to a public restroom nearby.

"But it looks like it costs money. My English isn't good, can you come with me?"

Yui hurriedly grabbed Hachiman's arm and headed for the restroom.

"How can I accompany you?" Hachiman blurted out without thinking, his mind immediately going to a different place.

"Eek~ Hikki!"

Yui wrapped her arm around Hachiman, her face flushing. It was unclear if it was from holding it in or from embarrassment.

Cough... Hachiman coughed, stepped forward to look at the sign, paid fifty pence, and ushered Yui into the restroom. Only then did he notice three signs on the restroom door.

What the heck? Men, Women, I get those. But what's with the 'Scot' sign? Amused by this bit of British humor, Hachiman chuckled and stood by the door waiting for Yui.

During this time, Hachiman saw several men in kilts, carrying bagpipes, walk directly into the restroom marked "Scot."

So that's what it means... Hachiman felt a mix of amusement and exasperation.

After Yui finished, the group continued towards the restaurant.

"This must be it, right?" Yukino checked her phone to confirm.

"Let's go, time to eat."

Yukino led the way into the restaurant called The Mussel and Steak Bar.

"Hello, please follow me."

A man in his fifties, impeccably dressed with highly polished shoes, greeted them and led the group inside.