I Don't Want to Sleep Alone Tonight / The Day Continues

With all three elements in place, Aoyama was certain of his decision.

"Since you've chosen to hold my hand, you belong to me for life."

That's my answer.

Aoyama took Hasebe's hand and pulled him up from his seat, then held him in his arms.

Chapter 327 I Don't Want to Sleep Alone Tonight

A damp sea breeze blows from time to time, and the sound of the tide crashing against the shore is not long.

Under the warm yellow glow of the streetlights, a smartly dressed couple strolled hand in hand along the stone path by the sea.

"Because of family circumstances, I originally planned to work after graduation, which is why I came to this school." Feeling the warmth from Aoyama's palm, Hasebe shared his thoughts.

This was something she had never mentioned to Sakura, because she knew it would upset Sakura.

She didn't want her closest friend to be sad.

"I was really shocked when I first found out that only graduates of Class A received the blessing."

"But thinking that I can live comfortably for three years, I don't mind. At least it's better than staying at home."

I feel that it's okay not to see my parents for three years; in fact, I feel better about it.

Given that he plans to work immediately after graduation, Aoyama guesses that Hasebe wants to support himself and no longer live at home.

By all accounts, Hasebe's relationship with his parents is strained.

"Can you tell me why you think that way, Gaga?"

As they passed by a dimly lit bench, Aoyama led Hasebe to sit down, pressing her close to him.

He naturally had no reason to refuse Hasebe's sudden opening up.

He'll treat her well if she's one of his own.

"I can't lie to you." Hasebe suddenly changed his tone, pulling Aoyama into his arms.

"It's nothing serious, it's just that my parents are always arguing, and they see me as a burden that neither of them wants."

"Maybe by the time I graduate, they'll already be divorced and gone their separate ways. I won't have to be caught in the middle anymore, and I won't be disliked or ignored anymore."

She wasn't sure what her reasons were for telling Aoyama these things.

She didn't understand whether she wanted Aoyama 'Aoyama sympathy or his attention.

I just felt much better after speaking out, even without getting a reply.

"Since you don't want to go home so much, then just live with me after graduation," Aoyama said gently. "After Kouiku graduates, I plan to buy a big house near the university I attend."

With so many girlfriends, he naturally wouldn't live in the dorm during college.

He might borrow some money from his father-in-law Sakayanagi, or simply change his identity and ask someone to "borrow" some money to spend.

"If they don't want such a beautiful Gaga, then she's entirely mine."

Aoyama placed his hand on Hasebe's hand, saying, "Even if Gaga does nothing and becomes a shut-in, I will support you for the rest of my life."

"I won't become a shut-in. Although I haven't decided what kind of adult I want to be, I certainly won't become a useless person." Hasebe rested his head on Aoyama's shoulder, their fingers intertwined.

She originally planned to work after graduation, since she wouldn't be able to get into university based on her grades anyway.

However, after attending the study group and learning that Sakura would be going to university, she changed her mind and decided to give it a try.

"I think becoming a shut-in wouldn't be so bad," Aoyama said with a hint of teasing. "That way, every time I come home, I can see my cute and pretty Gaga."

"What kind of reason is that?"

Hasebe chuckled, a happy smile spreading across his Hasebe.

"But where did you get the money to buy a big house, Shiki?"

Aoyama didn't deliberately hide her family situation; Hasebe found out during casual conversations at the study group. She had a home but didn't want to go back, while Aoyama didn't even have a home.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, Aoyama will attend the University of Tokyo, and the property prices near the University of Tokyo are no joke.

"Just ask Chairman Sakayanagi for an advance on the profits. I recently invested my technology in the Sakayanagi Family's company, and I can buy it by receiving a portion of the annual dividends."

"I could easily raise a hundred Gaga."

As a gold reward, Shiho Miyano was able to create many of the groundbreaking drugs.

Even if you just take some mediocre examples, you can still turn the partner medical companies into a goldmine.

"Just how much more amazing do you have to be, Shiki?" Hasebe's voice was full of admiration, unable to hide his surprise.

She was certain that Aoyama would become an extraordinary person in the future, but she never expected him to be this extraordinary already.

Being able to cooperate with such a big shot Chairman Sakayanagi is something that a high school student could never do.

"He's capable enough that Gaga can trust him and entrust herself to me."

"Then you already achieved that."

Confessing to the man who is her best friend's boyfriend was something Hasebe must have thought about and considered a lot before taking this action.

During each weekly study session, she paid close attention to Aoyama's actions towards his woman and also inquired about many things from Sakura.

Only after becoming certain that Aoyama was someone she could entrust her life to did she allow her emotions to run wild, and she irrevocably fell in love with this outstanding man.

In order to get closer to him as soon as possible, she even chose to confess her feelings.

"It's truly my honor." Sensing the affirmation in Hasebe's words, Aoyama's tone was very gentle.

"Remember to treat me well from now on."

"Of course."

Pulling his hand away from Hasebe's embrace, Aoyama cupped her delicate face and gently tucked her long hair behind her ear.

"I promise you'll never regret this, Gaga."

Gazing into Hasebe's beautiful red eyes, Aoyama lowered his head.

No matter how many times he tasted the girl's delicate pink lips, he still felt it wasn't enough.

After several breakups and reconciliations, Hasebe's originally fair face was now completely flushed, and her beautiful red eyes, marked by her beauty mark, became even more vibrant.

"Let's go back."

A gust of cold wind blew by, and after noticing Hasebe shiver, Aoyama took off his coat and covered Hasebe with it.

"Mmm." Hasebe continued, his small hands clutching the area under his suit collar. "It's so warm."

She felt very at ease smelling the lingering scent of Aoyama on her clothes.

With Aoyama around, she didn't need to worry about her future. At worst, she could become his housewife, just as Aoyama had said.

"That's good, let's go."

He placed his hand on Hasebe's head and rubbed it, then Aoyama put his arm around her shoulder and led her back to the dormitory.

He went back to the dormitory building, took the elevator, and soon it reached his floor.

"I'll get my jacket tomorrow during study session--"

I don't want to sleep alone tonight.

Hasebe pulled Aoyama back, who was about to walk out of the Hasebe, and lowered his head to speak softly.

She wanted more of the reassuring and satisfying feeling from mutual hugs and physical contact; she didn't want the night to end just yet.

"Good."

Reversing his steps, Aoyama pressed the close button on the elevator.

Then, as the elevator ascended, he took Hasebe's hand and held it tightly.

Chapter 328 The Day Continues

"We clearly agreed that we would just sleep together while cuddling."

"Shiki Big Liar"

Women are all unreasonable.

The next morning, facing Hasebe's embarrassed accusation as he emerged from the bathroom, Aoyama smiled helplessly.

He did agree to be Hasebe Liu Xiahui yesterday, but he couldn't suppress his curiosity and made the first move. It was Hasebe himself who did it.

With all his weaknesses exposed, how could he possibly continue to act like a saint?

"I've already asked for leave for you from the study session. Since things have come to this, let's have breakfast first." After placing the reheated breakfast on the table, Aoyama pulled the shy Hasebe into his arms.

The beautiful woman emerging from the bath, with her shy expression, stirred a restless desire in him early in the morning.

"Waaah--"

Before he could even get a warm breakfast, Hasebe had Aoyama seal off his eating utensils again.

Her body temperature, which had been gradually decreasing after leaving the bathroom, rose again due to the mischief of the large hand under her collar.

Am I really that captivating to you?

Once the hand that had been pressing on the back of his head was removed, Hasebe shy and pleased.

Judging from what happened last night and just now, she clearly had a great attraction for Aoyama, which made her feel smug and somewhat happy.

"Yes, I'm completely Gaga Jiajia."

Savoring the lingering softness on his hands, Aoyama picked up Hasebe, who was smiling, and they sat down at the dining table together.

Taking turns eating bite by bite, which was extremely inefficient, took them most of half an hour to finish their not-so-lavish breakfast.

Transforming into a stay-at-home husband, after washing the dishes and coming out of the kitchen, Aoyama quickly went to bed and hugged Hasebe, who had just finished breakfast and was curled up in bed, smiling as he played on his phone.

"Have you told Airi about our situation?" Aoyama buried his head in Hasebe, loose hair.

The blue hair, infused with the fresh scents of shower gel and shampoo, smelled even better than last night.

"I already told her last night, but I guess she didn't expect things to progress so quickly."

Hasebe took a picture of himself and Aoyama on the bed with his phone, and then sent the picture to his best friend as an answer to her question about whether he was feeling unwell and that was why he hadn't attended the study session.

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After receiving Sakura's swift reply with an emoji, Hasebe also responded with a light laugh and an emoji in return.

Your man is mine now!

"By the way, Gaga, would you like to try Airi's hairstyle? She taught me how to do it."

When Hasebe had a slightly unpleasant thought, she felt Aoyama gather her long, loose hair together.

"Airi's hairstyle? I feel like it probably doesn't suit me."

Imagining himself with pigtails, Hasebe politely declined.

Her appearance is that of a mature, sophisticated woman, which doesn't match the cute twin ponytails at all.

"Give it a try, maybe it'll turn out surprisingly good?" Aoyama put his arm around Hasebe's voluptuous waist from behind and whispered in Hasebe's ear.

"If you don't agree, I'm going to bite you."

Before Hasebe reply, Aoyama pressed his lips to his small, pretty earlobe.

Without permission, he would actually bite down lightly, and then play with it a bit more.

"Whatever... do as you please, bad Shiki."

"That's a compliment to me."

Picking up Hasebe's soft body, Aoyama jumped off the bed in a flash and then led her to sit down in the seat in front of the dressing table.

"My Gaga is getting more and more beautiful."

The pretty girl in the mirror, her face flushed with embarrassment, looked even more alluring than yesterday.

The beauty mark beneath her seemingly spring-like red eyes is even more captivating, like the finishing touch on a painting, elevating her beauty to new heights.

"Shiki you keep praising me like this, I'll become arrogant and disdainful of everyone."

"When have I ever lied? I genuinely believe this."

Gently running a comb through his blue hair, Aoyama replied in a gentle tone.