Shopping With Nino

After the pilgrimage, Akira and Nino went to the mall.

Ichika has to shoot a new movie. As a popular actress, her schedule is very busy.

Itsuki goes to the library to study.

Yotsuba asks Miku to chat without any interruptions. The topic of conversation between the two... Of course about Fuutarou.

At 12:30 p.m.

Akira and Nino arrived at the mall by taxi.

"I don't have much money left. No need to buy new clothes. This sportswear is enough."

"No. Those ugly sport clothes don't suit you. And also, you don't know how long you'll stay. It would be best to buy some clothes."

"But money—"

"Akira doesn't need to worry about money. Dad has transferred money for your living expenses to me."

Previously, when the quintuplets moved to a cheap apartment due to a conflict with their father, Nino was the one who managed the family's finances.

"Okay. Do whatever you like, Nino-Nee."

"Of course. It would be a shame if your appearance wasn't covered by those sports clothes."

After that, Nino pulled Akira to a men's clothing store. The shop is filled with all kinds of men's clothing.

The two of them were immediately greeted by the saleswoman and served the customers.

"We want to have a look first."

"Please call me if you need anything."

Then the saleswoman left the two of them.

"Does Akira have any special preferences?"

"There isn't any."

"Then, let me choose clothes for you."

To divert the heartbreak she feels, Nino decides to have fun with Akira.

The two started walking around the shop to look around.

Nino found a shirt that she thought was very suitable for Akira. The shirt is dark blue and made of soft cotton. The shirt also has the right size for Akira's body.

"Hmmm... This looks suitable."

Without asking his opinion, she found a pair of jeans that she thought were really cool.

"Try using this."

"Okay."

Taking the shirt and trousers in Nino's hands, Akira walked to the changing room.

Not waiting long, the dressing room curtain opened, and Akira showed his appearance.

Nino was impressed by his performance. Only now did she realize her little brother was so handsome!

It can be seen from the reactions of other female visitors in the shop, they were fascinated to see him.

"Ahem... Nino-Nee, does this look good?" Akira asked.

"You look good. Don't wear those workout clothes again. Let's buy some other sets of clothes."

Averting her gaze, Nino could feel her face getting hot.

"Okay." Akira nodded.

Then, Nino bought men's clothes that she thought were good without looking at the price.

They spent 30 minutes in the clothing store, and bought 20 sets of men's clothing. If it weren't for Akira stopping her, Nino would have bought more.

Of course, all the shopping was paid for by Nino. As a result, the cashier looked at Akira strangely. Maybe think of him as a gigolo who takes advantage of women.

Carrying lots of shopping bags in his hands, Akira said: "I want to go to the toilet."

"Me too." Nino agrees.

It's not difficult to find a toilet in the mall. The two separated and entered their respective toilets.

Entering one of the booths, Akira finished nature's call.

"Haaa... Nino's wasteful shopping habits haven't changed." He let out a mentally tired sigh.

If it was him, less than 10 minutes would be enough for him to buy clothes.

Waving his hand, all the shopping bags on the floor disappeared.

Akira put it into [Storage Magic]. After that, he left the toilet.

Waiting a few minutes, Nino came out of the toilet while wiping she hands with a tissue.

"Hm? Where are the shopping bag?"

"[Storage Magic]."

"Huh, that's really practical. While we're here, accompany me shopping."

"Before that, let's have lunch first. It's past noon."

After Akira reminded her, Nino remembered that she hadn't had lunch yet.

"Is it 1 pm already? Time flies quickly."

"When someone is having fun, they will forget about time."

"Stop talking wise. Let's go, I'm hungry."

Acting very natural, Nino held Akira's hand and the two of them looked for a place to eat.

Finally, the two of them had lunch at Pizza Hut at Akira's request.

While eating, Nino was startled by a familiar voice calling her.

"Hey, Nino! What a coincidence we met here."

Two high school girls approached Nino and greeted her, curious glances were directed at Akira.

It's no longer a secret that Nino likes Fuutarou. Moreover, she does not hide her feelings at all and often openly shows her affection.

Now Nino is having lunch with an unknown man. How could the two of them not be curious?

"Otori, Yamada, what are you two doing here?" Nino didn't expect to meet her two best friends here.

"That's what I wanted to ask. We sent you a message, asking you to shop but the message was not read at all." Otori complained.

Otori is a girl with long black hair and sleepy purple eyes.

"Eh?"

After hearing that, Nino took her cellphone from her carry-on bag. Sure enough, she saw several messages on the screen.

"I'm sorry. I don't look at my cell phone all day."

Cupping her hands, she apologized while sticking out she tongue.

"By the way, who is he? Are you two dating?" Yamada asked.

Yamada is a girl with light yellow hair and a hairpin accessory.

"This isn't a date. I just helped him buy clothes." Nino said.

"You said it wasn't a date? Nino, don't take us for fools."

Sitting in an empty chair, Otori put her chin in her hands, and showed disbelief.

"That's right. Men and women shopping at the weekend. What if it's not a date? Nino underestimated us too much." Yamada exclaimed.

"This really isn't a date! Akira, say something!"

For unknown reasons, Nino's face turned red, which made Otori and Yamada even more distrustful of her words.

Akira finished one slice of pizza in his hand, looking at the two high school girls in front of him with a smile.

"Hello, my name is Nakano Akira, I'm Nino-Nee's little brother, nice to meet you."

"Nani (What)!!!"

"You have a little brother?!"

It was a simple introduction, but Yamada and Otori were stunned.

Both of them have been friends with Nino since their 1st year of high school. In other words, this friendship lasted almost 3 years. Of course, they knew the Nakano family background.

This is the first time Yamada and Otori have heard of the quintuplets having a little brother.

"Cough Cough... I only found out yesterday."

Scratching her cheek, Nino explained perfunctorily.

There was no way she would tell the two of them that her little brother was from a parallel world, right?

Even if she told them the truth, Nino was sure they would both think she was crazy.

"Huh, men are idiots." Yamada muttered in a low voice.

She thinks the Nakano family father had an illegitimate child from a woman outside.

Even Otori thought the same way. After all, infidelity is common in Japan.

After lunch, Yamada and Otori went shopping together with Nino.

On the other hand, Akira served as a porter to transport their shopping goods.

When it was 5:22 pm, they stopped shopping and went home.

(Finally it's over... Shopping with women is so tiring)

Sitting in the taxi seat, Akira sighed. Suddenly, Nino grabbed his head and brought it to her thigh.

Lap pillow!

"You must be tired. Lie down." Nino said while looking at the view outside the window.

"Um." Akira answered, enjoying the soft sensation on his head.

The driver glanced at the couple with a smile.

"It feels good to be young."