"Someday?" Mayumi Saegusa repeated Yunyi's words softly.
A moment later, she looked up at Yunyi. Mustering her courage, Mayumi Saegusa raised her arms, which were wrapped around Yunyi's waist, and hooked them around his neck, gently pulling him down. She then stood on tiptoe and brought her lips to Yunyi's mouth.
Compared to her impulsive actions last night, this kiss was a decision made by Mayumi Saegusa with a clear mind.
The kiss didn't last long; Mayumi Saegusa who initiated the kiss, and she also took the initiative to step back, ending the kiss.
" Yunyi-kun, I don't want to pretend to be your boyfriend anymore." Mayumi Saegusa looked at Yunyi was still somewhat bewildered, and said, "Whether you're Mayumi Saegusa or Mayumi, I've already been attracted to you without even realizing it. Maybe it's like a moth drawn to a flame, but right now, I just want to tell you, I..."
However, before Mayumi Saegusa could finish speaking, Yunyi's finger was already pressed against her lips.
Interrupted, Mayumi Saegusa Yunyi with resentment; it had taken her a lot of effort to muster the courage to come.
Yunyi scratched his head, his eyes becoming somewhat unfocused.
"Um, when it comes to confessing your feelings, shouldn't I be the one to go first?"
"Huh?" Hearing Yunyi's words, Mayumi Saegusa blinked blankly. Her beautiful pupils were full of surprise and confusion.
"Although my initial motives for approaching you weren't entirely pure, feelings are not something I can control. You might not believe me now, but..."
This time, it was Yunyi who was interrupted.
Mayumi Saegusa covered Yunyi's mouth with her hand, stopping him from saying what he was about to say.
Don't believe it? Why wouldn't she believe it? She's already willing to be the moth drawn to the flame, so how could she possibly miss this opportunity?
You don't really need to say what you like. Because as long as you're together, as long as there's a future, none of those things really matter, right?
Mayumi Saegusa understood all this the moment Yunyi spoke. She stopped Yunyi from speaking, just as Yunyi had stopped her from speaking first.
"So, we're even now, Yunyi-kun," Mayumi Saegusa light laugh.
A few tears were welling up in the corners of her eyes, but they were an outward expression of her inner joy.
Yunyi reached out and wiped away her tears, then pulled her into his arms and whispered, "Okay, then we're even."
The tender moment didn't last long; Mayumi Saegusa pushed Yunyi.
"I'm going back now. See you tomorrow, Yunyi-kun."
Mayumi Saegusa slowly backed away, her eyes filled with reluctance, but the expression on her face no longer held the repression she had shown before.
Yunyi stood there, watching Mayumi Saegusa slowly walk away. Just as her figure was obscured by the crowd, Yunyi's phone suddenly received a message.
" Yunyi-kun, I'm leaving now. Remember to wear the clothes I picked out for you tomorrow."
Upon seeing this message, Yunyi could only smile helplessly. After replying with a message, he turned and left the commercial street in another direction.
The next day.
Parking lot of First High School.
Under the scorching midday sun, Yunyi leaned against the car door, waiting for Mayumi Saegusa.
All the participants from First High School have assembled, except for Mayumi Saegusa, who is unable to attend due to family matters.
Although she had sent a message beforehand saying that everyone could set off first and that she could go to the Nine Schools Competition venue by herself, everyone agreed to Katsuto Jumonji's suggestion to wait for Mayumi Saegusa to arrive before setting off, which is why things turned out the way they are now.
Of course, the person originally in charge of signing in was Tatsuya Shiba. However, since the last person was Mayumi Saegusa, Yunyi took over his position.
Nearly two hours late, Mayumi Saegusa finally appeared in Yunyi's sight.
" Yunyi-kun, I'm sorry!" Mayumi Nanagusa ran up to Yunyi Mayumi Saegusa expressed her apology.
After helping her tidy her slightly messy hair, Yunyi pulled her directly into the car. As for being late? Sorry? Yunyi didn't care about any of that at all.
However, the two caused quite a commotion in the bus when they boarded.
"Whoa!"
"President, how dare you!"
"Is this... is this what matching outfits look like?"
"Damn it, those darn Course 2 Student, I'm so envious!"
As soon as the first gasp rang out, the carriage grew increasingly noisy.
Mayumi Saegusa blushed slightly and hid behind Yunyi, trying to avoid everyone's gaze.
Seeing the scene getting increasingly chaotic, Katsuto Jumonji was sitting in the last row, had no choice but to speak up and stop everyone from continuing to make a fuss. Only then did Yunyi and Mayumi Saegusa have a chance to return to their seats.
" Mayumi, you're really something."
As soon as the two sat down, Mari Watanabe leaned out from the back row and made a comment to Mayumi Saegusa, who was about to lean on Yunyi's shoulder.
" Mari!" Mayumi Saegusa glared at the other person reproachfully, but she couldn't hide the smile on her lips.
With everyone finally present, the vehicle slowly drove off the First High School.
"It seems dealing with those people is quite difficult?"
Just as Mayumi Saegusa Nanagusa was pondering what topic to talk about with Yunyi, she heard Yunyi's voice first.
"Yes, that's right. They're all people connected to the Saegusa Family, so it's not an easy time at all," Mayumi Saegusa said.
"It's alright, soon you won't need to deal with those people anymore," Yunyi said softly.
"Really? Yunyi-kun, you won't do anything dangerous, will you?" Mayumi Saegusa was genuinely worried. She was afraid that Yunyi might secretly take care of all those who made her uncomfortable.
Seemingly sensing her worry, Yunyi pinched her nose in an annoyed manner.
"Don't think too much about it. It's not time to flip the table yet. If we want to take any further action, we'll have to wait until I catch that Old Black Bug," Yunyi said helplessly.
" Old Black Bug?" Mayumi Saegusa was still somewhat puzzled.
She had heard Yunyi mention this nickname a few times during casual conversations with him before. However, every time she tried to press him for details, Yunyi would change the subject.
Mayumi Saegusa was well aware that this person known as " Old Black Bug " might be a key figure in Yunyi's plan. She just didn't know his true identity.
Yunyi naturally couldn't tell Mayumi Saegusa about Gu Jie's identity, after all, the guy's identity sounded quite frightening. However, Yunyi had a premonition that this time, he would definitely be able to catch this Old Black Bug by the tail!