With every autumn rain, the weather grew a little colder.
The television in the living room was playing the latest drama. The story was fairly good, and the actors' performances were excellent as well.
The women at home were all watching with great interest.
But the film and television industry in this world had only just begun. Most productions were made by former theater troupes, and there were very few watchable programs. The dramas all revolved around elements like "samurai," "ronin," "shoguns," and "princesses."
There was very little related to ninja. Without special effects, filming ninjutsu required actual ninja to perform it themselves, and ordinary ninjutsu was not particularly impressive on television anyway.
Ayano openly monopolized Shinichi's embrace, leaning against him on the sofa.
During her pregnancy, she had Shinichi stay in her room every night. Though giving birth would be painful, Ayano felt it was worth it if it brought her this much.
After all, she got to fall asleep in Shinichi's arms every night. Even Ayari did not receive that treatment now.
Everyone's attention was on the television, and they occasionally discussed the plot. Snacks were spread across the coffee table.
Only Natsu's gaze kept drifting, seemingly unintentionally, toward Shinichi and Ayano as they nestled together.
Ayari got up to use the restroom, and Hyuga Natsu followed her inside.
"Ayari."
Unable to hold it in any longer, she asked Ayari in the restroom.
"While Ayano is pregnant... does Shinichi have to stay with her the whole time?"
Ayari replied, "Of course not."
Hyuga Natsu hesitated before saying, "But... Shinichi has slept in Ayano's room for a whole week straight."
Since everyone had their own bedroom, Shinichi normally took turns staying with each of them at night.
Ayari thought for a moment, then suddenly looked at Natsu with a