On Sunday morning, sunlight spilled onto the head of the bed through the gaps in the curtains.
Shikime Natsu woke up from his sleep, picked up his phone, and took a glance.
The screen was already piled high with messages from Sakura Airi, spanning from six in the morning all the way until now.
[Sakura Airi: Natsu, good morning! I'm already awake!]
[Sakura Airi: Natsu, have you gotten up? The sunshine today is super nice!]
[Sakura Airi: Natsu, I've already started choosing the clothes to wear today, it's such a struggle...]
[Sakura Airi: Natsu, are you ready?]
Looking at this screen full of text, Shikime Natsu could already feel the joy and anticipation within Sakura Airi's heart.
He chuckled softly and tapped a few times on the screen.
[Shikime Natsu: Just woke up. I'll be there soon, wait for me.]
Almost the very next second after the message was sent.
[Sakura Airi: OK! I'm already at the destination. You'll be able to see me as soon as you come over!]
An instant reply.
This speed; it was simply as if she had been guarding the phone the entire time.
Shikime Natsu shook his head, got up, and walked into the bathroom.
After a simple wash and tidy-up, he carried the breakfast he had prepared long ago and walked out of the dormitory with leisurely steps.
The agreed meeting place was the bench in front of Keyaki Mall.
Although the agreed time was clearly nine in the morning, when Shikime Natsu arrived there, the time had just pointed to eight o'clock.
Yet, that familiar figure was already standing there.
Sakura Airi had obviously dressed up meticulously today.
She was wearing a pale pink off-shoulder dress, with a white ribbon tied around her waist, outlining her slender waistline. Her face wore an uncontrollable smile, and her eyes were full of anticipation, sparkling brightly.
While waiting for Shikime Natsu's arrival, Sakura Airi was even standing slightly on tiptoes, as if trying to suppress the expectation in her heart.
"Natsu!"
Seeing Shikime Natsu's figure, Sakura Airi's eyes instantly lit up.
She lifted the hem of her skirt and trotted all the way over, her face overflowing with a brilliant smile.
"Good morning! Natsu!"
"Good morning, Airi."
Shikime Natsu responded with a smile, then looked at the time somewhat helplessly.
" aren't you a bit too early? There's clearly still an hour left before the agreed time."
"Hehe..."
Sakura Airi stuck out her tongue in embarrassment.
"Because... I simply couldn't sit still in the dorm."
"Whenever I thought about going shopping with Natsu today, I couldn't help but want to come over earlier. This is our first time shopping together, you know~"
"Is that so?"
Shikime Natsu smiled.
He shook the exquisite paper bag he was holding in his hand.
"Have you had breakfast?"
"This is..."
Sakura Airi's gaze fell upon the paper bag emitting a tempting aroma.
She shook her head, then looked at Shikime Natsu with an extremely expectant look.
"This... couldn't be handmade by you, Natsu?"
"Hmm?"
Shikime Natsu raised his eyebrows in some surprise.
"How did you know?"
"Humph humph~ That's naturally because..."
Sakura Airi proudly stuck out her chest; the young girl's bosom was quite spectacular.
"This kind of toasted bread that feels super delicious just from the smell, and looks considerably appetizing... it's simply impossible for the school cafeteria or convenience store to have it!"
"Only Natsu could make it!"
"This unique fragrance... I can distinguish it with just one sniff!"
This praise...
Shikime Natsu didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
It had to be said, Sakura Airi's talent in this area was simply maxed out.
As long as there was a chance, she would unsparingly shower him with all-around praise; she was simply like the captain of his exclusive compliment squad.
Moreover...
Compared to Amikura Mako whom he met yesterday, Sakura Airi's offensive was obviously much more fierce and direct.
Those big eyes staring tightly at him practically had the word "Love" written all over them.
This kind of passion; she simply wished she could melt him directly.
"Thanks for the compliment."
Shikime Natsu said with a smile, then looked around.
"By the way, where is Horikita? Has she not arrived yet?"
"Horikita-san... ah..."
Hearing this name, Sakura Airi's eyes flickered slightly.
"She hasn't arrived yet."
"After all, it's still early before the agreed time... I reckon she still needs a bit of time."
Saying that, she took out her phone, quickly edited a message, and sent it out.
[Sakura Airi: Horikita-san, remember to come over only after finishing breakfast, no need to rush.]
After sending the message, she raised her head and looked at Shikime Natsu with an innocent face.
"Umm... Horikita-san just told me she would finish breakfast in the dorm before coming over."
"So... there's no need to save her portion for her."
Sakura Airi thought silently in her heart.
Anyway, Horikita Suzune has no interest in Shikime Natsu at all, so just let me enjoy Shikime Natsu's loving breakfast all to myself!
This is the exclusive benefit for the person who arrived early!
"Is that so?"
Shikime Natsu looked at her with a half-smile.
This lie...
Although her expression management was done well, her tone was natural, and even her eyes were very earnest, appearing to have no flaws on the surface.
But he had cheats enabled; it was fake at a glance. And... when she was messaging Horikita Suzune just now, the corners of the girl's mouth hadn't been concealed very well.
However... this girl's acting skills...
Did she want to be an idol, or did she want to be an actor?
Of course, he couldn't be bothered to expose it.
Anyway, with Horikita Suzune's personality, she mostly wouldn't care about such small matters either.
"In that case, then I'll give it all to you."
Shikime Natsu handed over the paper bag in his hand.
"Wah! That's great!"
Sakura Airi happily accepted the paper bag, as if hugging some rare treasure.
"Umm... Natsu, have you eaten?"
"Mn, I've eaten."
"Really?"
Sakura Airi looked at him suspiciously.
"But... boys should eat a little more."
"And next, you have to accompany two girls shopping! That consumes a lot of physical strength!"
"If you don't eat a bit more fully... what if you faint later?"
Saying that, she took out a piece of toast baked to a golden crisp from the paper bag and carefully pinched it with her fingertips.
Then she stood on tiptoes and leaned in front of Shikime Natsu.
"Ahh—"
The faint fragrance on the girl's body assaulted his nose, mixing with the aroma of the toast, making one feel relaxed and happy.
Looking at her proactive appearance of "I won't rest until you eat," Shikime Natsu opened his mouth somewhat helplessly.
"A-woo."
The bread entered his mouth; crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with moderate sweetness.
Sakura Airi, having succeeded in the feeding, nodded with satisfaction, a happy smile appearing on her face.
This was the first time Shikime Natsu had felt a girl being so proactive towards him since coming to this school.
The others would more or less maintain a proper distance and wouldn't be this proactive, going so far as to feed him.
This feeling... wasn't bad.
Just when he thought this was over.
Sakura Airi suddenly stuffed another biscuit from her hand back into Shikime Natsu's hand.
Then—
She closed her eyes slightly, raised her head, and slowly opened that small cherry mouth.
[Ding~]
[CG48: Sweet Morning Feeding (Sakura Airi)]
[I just fed you, so now it's time for a return gift~]
[Congratulations Host for obtaining Item Card: Costume Camera (Can manifest any photographed clothes)]
He had instantly achieved clothing freedom.
Shikime Natsu's gaze fell upon Sakura Airi's body.
Her long eyelashes trembled slightly, enticing flushes appeared on her cheeks, and her pink, tender lips were slightly parted.
Since the girl was so proactive, Shikime Natsu naturally had to satisfy the girl's small wish.
Shikime Natsu picked up the toast and gently sent it into the girl's mouth.
Mn, the toast was quite long, so nothing cliché happened, such as his fingers touching the girl's lips during the feeding.
"Mmm..."
Sakura Airi bit onto the toast and opened her eyes, which were filled with satisfaction and sweetness.
Shikime Natsu's first feeding should belong to her, right?
Sakura Airi had conducted a slight investigation into her competitors; there were basically few proactive beautiful girls.
It was just that... she was already this proactive...
Yet Shikime Natsu still had thoughts of wanting to open a harem.
This made the girl's eyes uncontrollably turn somewhat resentful.
Soon, half an hour passed, and the time came to half past eight.
Finally, a desolate figure appeared in their field of vision.
Horikita Suzune.
Her attire today was still the same consistent simple style.
Her upper body was a simple white shirt with the collar buttoned meticulously, and her lower body was a dark blue long skirt, the hem covering her knees.
That head of jet-black, beautiful long hair was draped casually over her shoulders, her arms were crossed over her chest, and her whole person emitted an icy aura that said "strangers keep away."
"Good morning."
She walked in front of the two and gave a brief greeting.
Through Shikime Natsu's unremitting efforts, Horikita Suzune had now learned to greet people when meeting acquaintances in the morning.
It could be said to be a major improvement for the girl.
Shikime Natsu felt he already had the capital to brag.
Was there anyone else who could achieve what he had?
Those people in Class D couldn't, Horikita Manabu couldn't; sure enough, he was still the more formidable one.
Shikime Natsu was quite satisfied.
"Morning, Horikita-san!"
Sakura Airi responded very enthusiastically.
It was just that she was secretly pitying in her heart.
Sigh, only half an hour of a two-person world...
If only Horikita-san could have come a bit later... or simply getting lost would have been fine too...
"Since everyone has arrived, let's set off!"
Although she felt some regret in her heart, Sakura Airi still adjusted her state very quickly, and a smile hung on her face once again.
After all, today's shopping trip was led by her.
This was an excellent opportunity for her to display herself in front of Shikime Natsu!
"Which clothing store does Airi plan to go to buy clothes?"
Shikime Natsu asked casually.
"Hehe, it's a secret!"
Sakura Airi gave a mysterious smile and placed a finger against her lips.
"Just follow me and you'll see!"
"..."
Horikita Suzune watched this scene silently, saying nothing.
She naturally knew where Sakura Airi wanted to take them.
Sakura Airi had told her before.
It was just that...
Watching Sakura Airi and Shikime Natsu walking in front, talking and laughing, Horikita Suzune suddenly felt as if she was somewhat superfluous.
These two people...
No matter how one looked at it, they seemed like a couple in a passionate relationship.
And she herself...
Was just like that tactless lightbulb.
Is this what is called shopping between friends?
Why did it feel like... it was all Sakura Airi revolving around Shikime Natsu?
Could her standing here really prove to Shikime Natsu that she and Sakura Airi had a good relationship? The kind of relationship where they could already become friends?
No, that seemed impossible no matter how she thought about it, right?
Looking at the scene before her, no matter how Horikita Suzune thought, she felt this only proved she was a superfluous existence.
Just as she was letting her imagination run wild, Shikime Natsu suddenly turned his head, and his gaze fell upon her.
Horikita Suzune glared back subconsciously, her eyes fierce like a little wild cat with blown-up fur.
Still as uncute as always.
Shikime Natsu shrugged and retracted his gaze.
At this time, Sakura Airi also noticed Horikita Suzune who had fallen behind.
Her eyes rolled, and then she slowed down her pace quite naturally, retreating to Horikita Suzune's side. Of course, she didn't go up and directly link arms with Horikita Suzune.
The only person who could feel her broad bosom with their arm was Shikime Natsu; even if Horikita Suzune was a girl, it wouldn't do!
"Horikita-san, hurry up and follow!"
"Next, I'll have to trouble you two to help me choose carefully!"
"The opinions of you two are very important to me!"
"..."
Horikita Suzune's body went slightly stiff when she felt Sakura Airi standing beside her.
It was fine just now when the two's attention wasn't on her, but once it was on her, Horikita Suzune felt slightly uncomfortable.
Sure enough, she was still suited to following silently behind alone.
However... since she had to prove to Shikime Natsu that she had successfully become friends with Sakura Airi, then she couldn't retreat.
Before the end of this month, three friends; now this month had already passed by about seven days.
Horikita Suzune felt her task was very heavy.
"...Okay."
Receiving the response from both, Sakura Airi nodded with satisfaction.
Soon, the three arrived at the destination.
Looking up, several large words were written on the shop's signboard—
[Summer Fantasy Swimwear Specialty Shop].
Moreover, through the display window, one could see it was filled with all kinds of colorful bikinis and one-piece swimsuits.
This was a... female swimwear specialty shop.
Horikita Suzune's steps paused slightly, and she subconsciously looked towards Shikime Natsu.
She expected to see a trace of embarrassment, shyness, or an expression of being at a loss on the face of this man who was always unhurried.
After all...
A grown boy accompanying two girls to browse a swimwear shop; no matter how one thought about it, it would feel awkward, right?
However.
She was disappointed.
Shikime Natsu's expression did not change in any way; even his eyes didn't dodge in the slightest.
He just stood there calmly, as if what was before him wasn't a swimwear shop filled with temptation.
This guy... could he be a regular customer here?
"Then let's go in together!"
Sakura Airi smiled gently, then stepped into the swimwear shop a step ahead of the two.
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