Time Loop in Anime Multiverse, I Do Whatever I Want

Yukino was slightly stunned.

She found that she couldn't refute it.

Just then, she heard Nakano Ichika whispering to herself, "Being a fool is actually quite nice."

When she looked up, Nakano Ichika had already returned to her smiling self.

It was as if it had just been an auditory hallucination.

Yukino knew clearly that it wasn't an illusion.

I won't be a fool.

She said firmly in her heart.

After the three of them went home separately, Fushimi Makoto stopped by to buy two cups of milk tea and headed straight to Matsukaze Mayu's front door.

He pressed the doorbell, and within a few seconds, Matsukaze Mayu opened the door.

When she saw Fushimi Makoto standing at the door holding the items, a look of pleasant surprise blossomed on her beautiful face: "You're back?"

She immediately realized that her tone sounded very much like a wife waiting for her husband to return, so her cheeks flushed red as she added, "I mean, your gathering with your friends is over?"

"Yeah, I saw a long line at this milk tea shop on my way back and thought it must taste good, so I bought you one." Fushimi Makoto held up the bag in his hand.

"Thank you, come on in."

Matsukaze Mayu happily stepped aside to make room.

Her expression was clearly sending a signal: she wanted company.

And in her heart, that person could only be Fushimi Makoto.

Chapter 15: Miss Ichika Who Lives in a Trash Heap

In the evening, that lady had just returned home when she started chatting with her husband.

"Among the partners for your recent business deal, is the Yukinoshita family one of them?"

"Yes, the Yukinoshita family isn't the one with the best terms, so I've been hesitating."

"Just choose the Yukinoshita family."

"Why?"

"I saw the Yukinoshita family's youngest daughter today, as well as the Nakano family's eldest daughter, and there was a boy with them. By the way, that boy is very handsome and has a special charm; chatting with them made me feel very comfortable. His family background shouldn't be ordinary either."

"You mean the Yukinoshita family has a good relationship with Nakano Maruo?"

"It must be, otherwise they wouldn't be out hanging out together. Choosing to cooperate with the Yukinoshita family will be a good gesture, and there will be opportunities to get to know Director Nakano and that boy's parents in the future."

"That makes sense. Gaining three friends at once is a good thing. I'll call Mrs. Yukinoshita right now."

At eight o'clock in the evening, Yukino sat in her bedroom wearing her pajamas, her heart unable to calm down.

Just a moment ago, her stern mother had called her, not only expressing rare concern but also speaking in a very gentle tone.

When she asked for the reason, completely bewildered, her mother was even more confused than she was: "Didn't you help the family secure a business deal? Yukino, you did a great job today. It seems you are on the path of progress, becoming friends with Director Nakano's eldest daughter so quickly."

Only then did Yukino understand.

She didn't like taking credit for others' work, so she explained what Fushimi Makoto had done.

"How did your classmate know about our family's business?" Mrs. Yukinoshita asked.

Yukino didn't know how to explain it, so she chose to remain silent.

"It seems it's not convenient to tell me? That's fine. That child must also be an excellent person; you should cherish this friendship." Mrs. Yukinoshita's voice remained gentle.

"I understand." Her mother was so gentle that Yukino felt conflicted.

"The day after tomorrow is Sunday, and your father and I happen to have time, so let's meet up. By the way, remember to invite that boy, Fushimi Makoto."

"Okay."

Before hanging up the phone, Yukino heard her mother say, "You are becoming more and more outstanding, Yukino. I am very gratified."

Yukino was speechless for a moment.

She was certain that this was one part of Fushimi Makoto's "combo."

From striking up a conversation with that lady at the cat cafe to her mother praising her, it must have all been anticipated by that guy.

Is this your method of conquest?

Yukino held her phone and tapped on Fushimi Makoto's number.

Yukino: [Thank you for today.]

Fushimi Makoto: [Did your mother call you?]

As expected!

He knew everything!

Yukino's heart became even more restless.

At this moment, Fushimi Makoto sent a message: [Does she still want to meet me?]

Yukino: [Yes, are you free this weekend?]

Fushimi Makoto: [If you can prepare a thank-you gift with enough sincerity, then I'll be free.]

Yukino: [Is this another part of your plan?]

Fushimi Makoto: [You could understand it that way.]

This guy really isn't even pretending anymore.

Yukino stared at her phone screen, wondering if the thank-you gift he wanted would involve him making some strange request of her.

She had long since noticed that Fushimi Makoto would occasionally look at her legs.

Based on that, could he be wanting photos of her legs?

Or even worse, would he want to touch them directly?

Yukino's heart was in a bit of a scramble.

The phone vibrated once.

Fushimi Makoto: [Are you imagining strange things? And have you imagined yourself into a blushing mess?]

No way, do you know me that well?

Yukino's eyes widened.

Fushimi Makoto: [Don't let your imagination run wild, the thank-you gift I want is very simple. A "good morning" and "good night" from the second young lady of the Yukinoshita family—that's not too much to ask, right?]

Yukino froze for two seconds before replying: [Fine.]

Good morning and good night might sound simple, but they actually carry other meanings.

Unless two people are in a close relationship, they wouldn't specifically say these two phrases to each other.

If a girl is willing to say good morning to you, it not only means she thought of you the moment she woke up, but also that she really hopes to receive a reply from you.

That makes it even more intimate.

Yukino pondered for a while before putting down her phone.

She wouldn't care about such childish things.

She told herself this in her heart.

The Nakano residence.

After taking a shower, Nakano Ichika was too lazy to even put on pajamas, opting instead for a pair of shorts and a loose-fitting short-sleeved shirt.

The girl's fair, rounded thighs were completely exposed to the air, her skin smooth and white, glowing under the light.

Most importantly, since it was only girls at home, she couldn't be bothered to wear a bra, and she walked into the living room to eat the cookies Nino had prepared.

Thinking about the things Fushimi Makoto had taught her today, and the fact that he had started calling her Ichika, the girl was in such a great mood that she couldn't help but show it on her face.

"It seems you had a lot of fun with Fushimi-kun today?"

Nakano Itsuki's voice rang out abruptly from behind the sofa.

"Itsuki? When did you get here?"

Nakano Ichika nearly choked on her cookie, patting her chest as she hurriedly turned her head.

"I'm going to take a shower in a bit," Nakano Itsuki said, coming over to sit down beside Ichika.

Seeing her posture, Nakano Ichika guessed she had something to say to her and asked with a smile: "How did you know I went out with Makoto today?"

Her expression was just like a fisherman showing off a big catch.

"Makoto?" Nakano Itsuki was stunned, "Have you two reached that level of closeness already?"

Nakano Ichika smiled even more happily.

Nakano Itsuki pursed her lips: "Fine, it seems I don't need to ask anymore; the answer is already written all over your face."

"Is Itsuki perhaps wanting to ask about Makoto?"

"You could say that."

"Eh? Do you have a crush on him?"

Nakano Ichika asked with deliberate exaggeration.

Nakano Itsuki said annoyedly: "I want to talk to you about something serious."

Nakano Ichika nodded with a grin: "I'm just joking, don't take it to heart. But your expression right now really looks like I hit the nail on the head."

Seeing Ichika still teasing her, Nakano Itsuki said expressionlessly: "I have already exchanged contact information with Fushimi-kun."

Nakano Ichika's smile froze.

Nakano Itsuki continued: "He is a very easy person to talk to, and I am very willing to become friends with him."

No way, are you for real?

Nakano Ichika was getting a little anxious.

However, Nakano Itsuki smiled faintly: "The tables have turned, Ichika."

Nakano Ichika: "..."

"You should understand how it feels to be teased by someone else now, right? Honestly, even though you're the eldest sister, you never act like one at home." Nakano Itsuki sighed.

Only then did Nakano Ichika realize the other was joking, and she chuckled: "That's what you're here for, isn't it? You're always able to keep everyone's feelings in check."

Nakano Itsuki smiled helplessly: "Ichika, have you thought this through?"

"What?" Nakano Ichika played dumb.

"Every time you mention Fushimi Makoto, you can barely hide your smile. Did you know? The school's famous Kasumigaoka-senpai has already taken the initiative to seek him out, and Yukinoshita-san seems to have a very close relationship with him as well."

Nakano Ichika understood what her sister meant and smiled: "Kasumigaoka-senpai probably has legitimate business with him, and as for Yukinoshita..."

She said meaningfully: "She isn't willing to be a fool, but I am."

Nakano Itsuki: "?"

Nakano Ichika did not explain; after all, this kind of thing was already a private matter for her.

Ten-thirty at night.

Nakano Ichika returned to her messy bedroom.

As soon as she lay down on the bed, she took out her phone and pulled up Fushimi Makoto's LINE account.

Nakano Ichika: [Are you asleep?]

She didn't have any other business; she just wanted to chat with him.

When a girl has nothing to do and can only think about a certain member of the opposite sex, it means she is already ready to be won over.

Fushimi Makoto: [Chatting with me in the middle of the night isn't free, you know.]