Stealing Spree

Chapter 2187: Returning to Nami's Neighborhood



After Kazuha-nee finally composed herself, recovering from the aftermath of everything we had done, we both fixed our clothing - even brushing her hair back to its previous neat appearance - she decided to escort me out. Not because she wanted to extend our time together but to ensure that the coast was clear.

Who knows? Ogawa might return and give us a surprise, right? Even if Kazuha-nee doesn't explain my presence to him, he'll surely reach his own conclusion considering we ran to each other when I walked Hina home.

As we reached the front door of their house, I could still feel the lingering warmth between us. Even after all that, the tension had yet to dissipate between us.

Our gazes at each other remained as sticky as if we were both just waiting for one of us to break our restraints.

That's why upon seeing the path outside illuminated by the streetlamp as the door opened, I leaned in and stole a quick kiss, catching her completely off guard.

Kazuha-nee's reaction was immediate. Her cheeks instantly flushed as she playfully hit my shoulder before reprimanding me with her voice a mix of annoyance and amusement.

"Stop taking every chance, you shameless boy!" She scolded, trying to sound serious but failing miserably for it.

"Can't help it, Kazuha-nee. You make it too easy." I teasingly answered with a shrug.

Hearing that, the woman's cheeks puffed up as she put on an exaggerated frown. However, that only made her look cuter. Before she could scold me further, I repeated my action, planting another swift kiss on her lips.

This time, I dashed a few steps back, dodging any further playful retaliation. I then mischievously chucked expression shifted from annoyance to reluctant acceptance.

"You're insufferable. Get out of here before I change my mind about letting you leave!" She huffed, crossing her arms as she stood at the doorway. Her bountiful breasts perked up again, making me remember how I was just all over it earlier.

Perhaps sensing that my head was running a perverted thought again, her face turned even more crimson.

Nonetheless, even through her embarrassment and frustration, I could see the faintest hint of a smile tugging at her lips, betraying her attempt to hide how much she had enjoyed the night as well.

While maintaining my mischievous grin, I gave her a wave, "See you soon, Kazuha-nee. Don't miss me too much."

With that, I turned and jogged away, glancing back just in time to catch her shaking her head, still looking adorably flustered.

As I carefully made my way down the street, the cool night air wrapping around me heightened that sense of satisfaction.

The night had gone better than I could've imagined, leaving both of us with memories that would undoubtedly linger for a long time.

Kazuha-nee, for all her teasing and playful protests, had shown me a side of herself that I hadn't fully seen before. Beneath her devious, tough and almost impenetrable exterior, there lies an endearing softness, a vulnerability that made tonight feel even more significant.

She might play it cool, but I knew that the events of this night would stay with her, just as they would with me.

As for Ogawa, well... I could only imagine how awkward things might get between him and Kazuha-nee for the next few days. After all, he had no idea what went on in her room tonight. And while he might have noticed something was off earlier, he couldn't possibly know the full extent of it.

Still, I couldn't help but smirk at the thought of him trying to figure out why Kazuha-nee was acting distant or distracted.

Kazuha-nee would probably not let him step foot in her room or any conversation between them would be tinged with an awkwardness only Kazuha-nee could mask well.

The streetlights flickered overhead as I continued down the quiet street, leaving their neighborhood. Too bad though, I didn't get to see Hina again through her window. She's probably still downstairs.

In any case, not long after I reached the end of their street, my phone buzzed in my pocket, breaking me out of my thoughts.

Pulling it out, I saw a message from Kazuha-nee: "Don't get cocky, Ruki-kun. You're still on thin ice. Next time, you won't get away so easily."

I grinned at the screen, feeling the warmth of her playful words.

Look at her, isn't this woman becoming more adorable?

"I'll be waiting for that next time, Kazuha-nee," I typed back, imagining her rolling her eyes at my response.

Without waiting for her reply, I checked the other messages sent by my girls and replied to them. I also informed Akane about my plan to escort Hana home. Then there's Fuyu who's also asking me if I have returned home safely, the girl even attached a photo of her inside her room, looking as beautiful as ever.

After that, I pocketed my phone and continued on my way back to Nami and Shizu's street.

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"Ohh... Here he is. Ruki-senpai! Ehehe."

Upon reaching the street, I immediately noticed four figures standing in front of Nami's house. I messaged them that I was on my return walk so... Nami most likely wanted to wait for me as well. It's an opportunity for her to see me before bed, after all. And likewise, it's an opportunity for me to kiss her goodbye again before I take the two girls away.

Ah. I also saw Shizu from her window but instead of coming down to see me again, we just stared at each other for at least a minute. Then she sent me a message to hurry up and go home as it was getting too late in the night.

Anyway, the fourth figure among Nami, Chii, and Hana was none other than the pesky and hyperactive little sister of Tadano; Mei-chan.

I had no idea why she was there but since she's just living next door, she probably saw Nami and the others outside or Tadano who saw me earlier, told her about it.

At the moment, she's jumping up and down, waving at me. With the light of the moon and the nearby streetlamp illuminating their position, the girl's surprisingly developed chest bounced along with her. She's wearing a casual turtleneck sweater and a pleated skirt. It's quite fashionable but it begs the question of why she's dressed up at this time of the night.

To show it to me? Nah. It's probably just her usual outfit at home. I mean, she can't just go out in her pajamas, right?

I smiled and waved back at her before checking in on my girls.

Chii was standing behind Mei-chan with a grin on her face, clearly having made fast friends with the girl. She always had a way of instantly connecting with her juniors, and it seemed Mei-chan had already warmed up to her.

Meanwhile, Nami and Hana stood side by side, their natural beauty highlighted by the soft glow of the streetlamp.

"Alright. Who can tell me why Mei-chan is here?" I pretended to ignore the girl as my eyes looked at the other three.

Nami and Hana exchanged a glance and shrugged before shifting their gaze toward Chii, who was more than ready to explain.

"I saw her peeking from their gates, and I thought she was adorable. What do you think, Kii?" The fake gyaru grinned, cupping Mei-chan's cheeks and squeezing them playfully.