Chapter 147: Closer Than Before
As Yukinoshita Yukino walked down the street to Sakurasou Dormitory, her eyes couldn't leave the small hand she was holding. Her heart pounded fiercely and her cheeks were slightly flushed. The events of the day still felt so real, and Miss Yukinoshita seemed not to have fully returned to reality yet.
She had seen a magical treasure chest, used it herself, and even saw the magic potions that came out of it. However, behind all that magic, there was one thing she most wanted to forget, but couldn't erase from her memory.
Renji had bravely hugged her, and even kissed her cheek. The man was so brazen. However, despite the shame and awkwardness, she didn't refuse. In fact, the thought of staying overnight even crossed her mind. But her shame and pride as a girl made her throw away that strange idea.
She had asked Renji to go out. Yes, it was a request, not an absolute rejection. She knew that if Renji had really forced her to stay and not allowed her to leave, she wouldn't have been able to refuse. This proved that Renji valued her and was willing to respect her wishes.
The man was clearly uncomfortable, but he held back for my sake. Thinking this, Yukino's heart trembled slightly. Compared to Yuki Suou's devotion to Renji, she always asked Renji to give in instead.
With that thought, the second young lady's gaze unconsciously fell on Renji's cheek. She saw the corner of Renji's lips slightly raised, looking very happy.
"Are you happy?" she couldn't help but ask, breaking the warm silence.
Renji looked at her gently, his eyes filled with a smile. "Of course. If the boys at school knew I could hold the president's hand, who knows how jealous they'd be of me."
"Is that just a man's pride?" Yukino asked in a lighter tone.
"Maybe, but that's not the only reason I'm happy."
Renji didn't need to say it, and the second young lady knew exactly what he meant. What else could it be but because he saw my body and felt he had the upper hand? This pervert! He also said he was going to show me something wonderful, but instead, he's the one who got to see something. Yukino rolled her eyes playfully.
Renji continued to hold her hand and walked slowly on purpose. Yukinoshita Yukino noticed it. "You hope I can't catch the train and am forced to stay at Sakurasou Dormitory?"
"No, I'm not like that. Don't make things up!"
"Then why are you walking so slowly!" The girl seemed to have read his mind, but her heart felt warm.
Renji smiled awkwardly. "The scenery tonight is very beautiful. I just want to enjoy it with you for a little longer." He paused for a moment, looking at Yukino with an intense gaze. "However, no matter how beautiful the scenery is, it's nothing compared to the president's beauty, not at all."
The second young lady blushed at the praise. "Stop talking, you idiot!"
Renji really did stop talking. Without them realizing it, they had already arrived at the tram station. Renji let go of her hand, the warm touch making Yukino feel a little lost.
"Then, please send me a message when you get home."
"I'm not a child. Do you need to worry so much?"
"Of course, I do!" Renji nodded seriously. "I don't want to lose important people due to carelessness."
"Understood," Yukino replied in a low voice, her eyes glistening.
Inside the empty train carriage, Yukinoshita Yukino couldn't stop thinking about their conversation. She suddenly turned and looked at Renji from head to toe. "What do you think of Suou?" she asked.
"I think Yuki is very cute, what's wrong? Do you regret letting her join the club?"
"I don't regret it, but... I hope you can care more about her. Suou... she's very kind."
"I'm surprised you're telling me to care about another girl. Are you still my club president?" Renji chuckled.
"But I promised you."
"Besides, even if you don't say it, I'll still care about her. After all, she's my cutest younger sister."
"She doesn't see you as an older brother," Yukinoshita Yukino muttered to herself. Her eyes were fixed on Renji, and she wanted to say something but held back.
She found her clumsy side again. She wanted to say goodbye properly, even make a promise to meet tomorrow like other friends. However, the words were stuck on her lips. The second young lady, who had no friends, took her feelings very seriously, although she was also confused.
Renji's hug and kiss proved that the man liked her. Yukinoshita Yukino wanted to try to return his feelings. But she was very clumsy and had no experience with boyfriends, so she didn't know how to express it.
As she frowned, Renji suddenly hugged her tightly. Yukinoshita Yukino's breathing hitched, her cheek pressed against Renji's shoulder, and her face flushed.
"What are you doing?"
Renji took a deep breath. "Don't pout. Seeing your anxious look, even if I get beaten and scolded, I still want to hug you."
He slowly let go of the hug. "Then, we have to keep meeting tomorrow. You can't ignore me because of what happened today."
Yukinoshita Yukino nodded shyly. Her small arms had secretly wrapped around Renji's waist when the hug happened.
Although Renji didn't achieve his goal of making her stay overnight, the distance between their hearts seemed to have shortened. She would try to accept Renji.
The biggest reason besides his personal charm was the engagement ceremony at the end of the month. Maybe when Yukino found out that the person she was going to be engaged to was her older sister, Yukinoshita Haruno, she would cry.
However, Renji was confident he could make the second young lady smile again. He never intended to only have one Yukinoshita Haruno. Didn't Yukino already know the situation? So, it was okay to have both sisters from the Yukinoshita family, right?
After arriving home, Yukinoshita Yukino buried her cheek in her pillow. Her beautiful face was still flushed. Her heart was beating fast, and her face was red. If her onee-san saw her, she would definitely tease her endlessly.
She didn't know what to do, so she wanted to ask Yuki Suou.
She sent her a message. Suou, are you home yet?
Yuki Suou: I just got home and am now in my brother's bed. But, damn, there's a girl's scent there. Who is so sly and got there before me!
The second young lady Yukinoshita, who had been there earlier, felt embarrassed. She didn't mean to do that. Who knew there was such a magic potion? Just a few drops on her uniform, and she was instantly undressed. What else could she do but hide in Renji's bed?
Yukinoshita Yukino suppressed the shame in her heart and continued to ask. Suou, why are you hiding in Renji's bed?
Yuki Suou: Do I need to ask? Of course, I'm taking the opportunity to become a very good adult! According to my investigation, Mahiru and Sayu have both already been in an advantageous position, and there's also senior Kamiigusa Misaki upstairs. Hehe, I just have to turn on the light, and my brother will target me, and I'll succeed!
When Yukinoshita Yukino saw this, the corner of her mouth twitched. Why are you so anxious?
Yuki Suou: How can I not be anxious? There are more and more great girls around my brother. If I don't work hard, there won't be a place for me in his heart! Yukinoshita, you're the most sly. Even if you don't do anything, my brother still likes you a lot and will spoil you.
Yukinoshita Yukino: No... He... He actually likes you too.
Yuki Suou: Oh, is there a story? Did my brother tell you about me directly?
Yukinoshita Yukino: Yes, he said you are the cutest sister, his favorite sister, so can you go back to your room?
Yuki Suou: Oh no, my brother found me! Ahhhh, I'm being kicked out of the room!
Seeing this message, Yukinoshita Yukino felt a little guilty. She looked at the message she had sent to Renji, "Yuki Suou is in your room," and her cheeks turned red.
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