300 [300] Shizuka - Steer Clear of Cuckoldry

Chapter 300: Shizuka - Steer Clear of Cuckoldry

"Really? That's wonderful," Vignette's face lit up with a delighted smile upon learning that Hachiman was also planning to go to the beach for summer vacation.

"Exactly, in my original plans, I intended to go to the seaside with some friends. Since you, Vigne, are also interested, let's go together," Hachiman smiled and nodded.

Well, friends, though they are all girls.

"Sure, no problem. It will be lively with me, Gab, Satania, and Raphiel – four of us. If you and your friends join, it will be quite a lively group," Vignette nodded in agreement.

Shortly after, the two agreed on a time.

After Vignette left, Hachiman walked out of the classroom to grab lunch. However, at the intersection near the teacher's office, he spotted Shizuka standing at the entrance, casually smoking.

Shizuka leaned against the window, slender fingers holding a ladylike cigarette, elegantly blowing smoke rings.

Witnessing the scene, Hachiman swiftly approached and took the cigarette from her hand.

"Oh, what are you doing?" Shizuka complained.

Hachiman glanced at her calmly and said, "Don't smoke so much. I don't like the smell."

"What does it have to do with whether you like it or not?" Shizuka retorted, giving him an annoyed look.

Don't think that just because you're older, you can boss me around.

"How does it not concern me? You, as a whole, belong to me," Hachiman grinned mischievously.

"Inside and out," he replied sarcastically.

Unexpectedly, he started making suggestive remarks. Shizuka blushed at his words and playfully slapped him.

But Hachiman didn't stop there.

"Moreover, smoking is not good for a future child. Didn't our aunt and uncle say they want us to have a child in these two years? So, you should start preparing for pregnancy."

"Enough," Shizuka interrupted him, alarmed by how absurd he was getting. She realized they were at the entrance of the teacher's office, and if a teacher suddenly walked out, it could lead to scandalous rumors about seducing students. The last thing she wanted was a social death.

At the thought of this, Shizuka felt quite unfairly treated. Clearly, she was the one being coerced, be it through forced kisses or more intimate encounters.

But it felt rather comfortable...

"Fine, I won't say more about it," Hachiman said with a faint smile, observing Shizuka's demeanor.

"But you should indeed gradually reduce the amount you smoke. After all, it's not good for your health."

"Alright, alright, I get it," Shizuka reluctantly put away the cigarette box.

Satisfied to see her stash away the cigarettes, Hachiman nodded and then remembered Vignette mentioning the plan to go to the beach.

"By the way, this summer vacation, I plan to go to the beach for a few days, just like last year. You should come along."

"That's not a problem. Are you going with the same girls as last year?" Shizuka nodded at first, then suddenly realized.

As the saying goes, onlookers see more than the players involved.

Last time at the beach, she was more of an observer and easily noticed that some girls clearly had a favorable impression of Hachiman.

Now that she and Hachiman had a different kind of relationship, did that mean those girls were her rivals?

With these thoughts, Shizuka's gaze sharpened.

It seemed like she needed to take action; she definitely didn't want any green hats.

"That's right. But this time, we're adding Vignette and Gabriel, among others," Hachiman nodded.

"Vignette and Gabriel, from our class?" Shizuka was somewhat surprised.

In her memory, these two didn't have much interaction with Hachiman on a regular basis. It was unexpected that they would agree to go to the beach with him.

"Also Satanichia and Raphiel," Hachiman added two more names.

Upon hearing these two names, Shizuka blinked.

She was naturally familiar with Satanichia, considering the troublemaking antics of this quirky girl. The substitute teachers would surely report to Shizuka, being the class advisor.

However, when she heard the name Raphiel, she hesitated for a moment.

"Raphiel? Is it the student from the next class?"

Although Raphiel had a wicked side, she maintained a refined demeanor when dealing with outsiders, presenting herself as an exemplary student. Shizuka had heard about this girl from other teachers.

For a moment, Shizuka's expression became somewhat peculiar. "Your influence reaches far, huh?"

"What do you mean?" Hachiman expressed his lack of understanding.

Unfortunately, Shizuka didn't elaborate, just giving him an annoyed look.

"You know what I mean."

In Shizuka's thoughts, any girl invited by Hachiman to the beach might be his potential prey, considering he was an LSP.

However, this time, Shizuka was mistaken. Hachiman didn't have any particular intentions towards Gabriel and the others; after all, they were of different races.

Well, at least not for now...

Hearing Shizuka's words, Hachiman felt a bit helpless.

What does she mean by "I know it myself"? I have no idea.

"Anyway, let's go with this decision. I'll let you know the specific time," Hachiman waved to her and left.

"I'll go have lunch. Goodbye."

...

After school, in the Service Club's activity room.

"Yukinon, Hikki, I'm leaving."

Today's club activities had ended smoothly. Packing up her things, Yui smiled and waved to both Hachiman and Yukino.

"Yeah, Yui, take care on your way."

Closing her book, Yukino also smiled and bid farewell to the girl.

"Goodbye, Yui," Hachiman nodded as well.

After Yui left, Hachiman looked at Yukino, who hadn't left yet.

"Let's go back together."

The girl hesitated for a moment but nodded.

"Yeah."

They walked out of the school together, bathed in the twilight glow. Hachiman turned to look at Yukino, and the sunset's radiance seemed to drape her in a golden veil. The light gracefully danced around her, and her black hair swayed gently in the evening breeze.

For a moment, Hachiman couldn't help but be captivated.

Seeing him staring at her intently, Yukino couldn't help but feel a bit shy, turning her head away and awkwardly adjusting her posture.

"Don't... don't keep looking. It's time to go back."

Hearing the girl's words, Hachiman also snapped out of it, his face revealing a gentle smile.

"Yeah, let's go."

He reached out his hand, naturally holding Yukino's delicate hand.

In response to his gesture, Yukino only made a slight struggle before letting him.

Walking down the road, the sunset's glow elongated their shadows.

And at some point, their held hands evolved into intertwined fingers.