Life As Hikigaya Hachiman

Chapter 541: Don't Worry, I've Got It All Covered

Looking at those tempting, luscious lips, Hachiman felt an irresistible urge to kiss her.

In fact, he had kissed before.

Back when he took the drunken Mafuyu back to her room after a day at the beach, he had succumbed to the impulse and kissed her.

It was also during that time that Hachiman discovered Mafuyu's tendency to get drunk easily and her adorable trait of randomly complimenting others when she was intoxicated.

Now, he was curious about what it would be like to kiss a sober Mafuyu.

However, girls are usually sensitive in this regard, and it seemed that Hachiman's intense gaze was making her even more flustered.

Mafuyu quickly realized what he seemed to be intending and felt a wave of panic.

Could it be... that Hachiman wants to kiss me?

No... that can't be! It's not allowed between us.

But then...

What are these feelings of anticipation and happiness?

As she became aware of the emotions that shouldn't have surfaced, Mafuyu found herself in a state of confusion.

As for Hachiman, he wasn't overthinking things; if he wanted to do it, then he would.

He had already moved on to Shizuka, so what did one more matter?

Besides, given that Mafuyu was willing to let him have her head on his lap, his perceived affection in her eyes couldn't be too low.

One must have self-awareness.

I, Hikigaya Hachiman, am a bit of a pervert.

He raised a hand and gently caressed Mafuyu's cheek.

This made her body tremble slightly, and she averted her gaze, too shy to meet Hachiman's eyes, yet she didn't voice any objections.

Seeing that she didn't refuse, Hachiman leaned in closer, slowly propping himself up toward her lips.

The movement was gradual; if Mafuyu wanted to stop him at all, she could easily push him away.

But she didn't do that, as if she had been frozen in place.

The distance between them was minimal, and soon their warm lips pressed together.

So hot... So soft...

Is this what kissing feels like?

Mafuyu, having no prior experience, felt a flicker of confusion in her eyes.

In contrast, Hachiman was far more experienced.

He parted her lips with his tongue, beginning to invade her private space.

Wait... h-his tongue is actually coming in!

Realizing what Hachiman was doing, Mafuyu's eyes widened slightly.

But alas, it was too late for her to resist.

Under Hachiman's expert kissing technique, Mafuyu could only gradually succumb to the sensation, but just before losing consciousness, a thought flashed through her mind.

So... so skilled.

...

After some time, their lips parted, and a long-suppressed gasp finally escaped from Mafuyu's lips.

"Hah... Hah... Hachiman... I... we…"

Though she was struggling to catch her breath and calm her racing heart, Mafuyu found herself at a loss for words.

It shouldn't have happened, yet they had done such a thing.

It's all my fault; it's my responsibility. Hachiman is just a high school student, and it's completely normal for boys his age to have such impulses.

This all came about because I didn't stop it in time.

I... really shouldn't be a teacher.

As Mafuyu's thoughts darkened, she heard Hachiman's voice.

"Don't worry."

Looking over, she saw that Hachiman had sat up at some point, his expression gentle.

"Don't worry, I'll take care of everything."

Hearing this, Mafuyu felt a genuine sense of relief wash over her, and she nodded inadvertently.

"Mm."

Seeing this, Hachiman sighed in relief; it seemed like there might really be a chance with Mafuyu. With that thought, he decided to strengthen their bond further.

"Mafuyu-sensei…"

But as soon as he opened his mouth, Mafuyu pouted and protested, "Don't call me that! It feels so embarrassing."

After everything that just happened, calling her 'teacher' feels odd.

Is it appropriate to treat a teacher this way?

Hachiman couldn't help but smirk at her response.

What a peculiar sense of embarrassment, he thought, but he didn't argue. Instead, he replied tentatively, "Then... how about just Mafuyu?"

Upon hearing this, a faint blush appeared on Mafuyu's face, but she still nodded.

"That's fine, just call me that in private, but in school, you have to revert back."

After all, their public relationship was still that of teacher and student. If they were too close in school, it would easily raise suspicions, and that would lead to serious trouble.

"No problem, that's what I was planning too," Hachiman nodded in agreement.

"But don't worry, I'll be graduating in just one more year, and then it won't matter."

"In school, you're the respectable Kirisu-sensei, but in private, you're my adorable Mafuyu-chan."

"Mafuyu-chan? A-Adorable? That's just too embarrassing!"

A blush crept across Mafuyu's face at Hachiman's words.

She in her twenties, and being called adorable was just too embarrassing.

"In my eyes, Mafuyu, you're already very cute," Hachiman teased lightly.

"You're all cool and collected at school, but at home, you can be a bit silly."

"Ugh... I'm not silly!"

Mafuyu puffed out her cheeks in protest at Hachiman's comment about her being silly.

"It's just that there are some things I'm not very good at."

"Oh really? But it seems like there are quite a few things you're not good at," Hachiman continued to tease.

"Not good at cleaning your room, not good at cooking, not good at drinking..."

Hearing her shortcomings listed one by one by Hachiman, Mafuyu's face turned warm with embarrassment, and she lowered her head, looking like she wanted to find a hole to hide in.

At that moment, Hachiman changed his tone. "But it's okay; none of that matters."

"Eh?"

Mafuyu looked up in surprise.

Hachiman's voice softened as he continued, "Not good at cleaning your room? No problem, I can help with that."

"Not good at cooking? That's fine, I can do it."

"Not good at drinking? No worries, I'll take care of that for you."

"In short, I've got everything covered."

"All you need to do is keep being that cute, silly Mafuyu-chan."

"…"

After all, Mafuyu was just a twenty-something girl, and hearing such sweet words filled her heart with immense happiness. Unable to hold back, she lunged toward Hachiman.

"Hachiman!"

Seeing Mafuyu coming towards him, Hachiman naturally opened his arms to embrace her.

Their gazes met, and in their eyes, they reflected each other's figures.

With no experience in romance, Mafuyu didn't know what to say; she could only offer him her cherry lips once more.

Hachiman, of course, wouldn't refuse, savoring those tempting lips again.

Silver moonlight streamed through the window, casting their entwined silhouettes on the floor.

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