Chapter 391: Will the Number of Couples Increase Again?
Hearing Shirogane Miyuki say that, Eriri smiled and took a bite of the sandwich Kaede handed her. After swallowing, she said, "It's the first time seeing you two Senpai act like that, so it's normal for everyone to pay attention. After a few more times, people will get used to it. Kaede-kun and I were like that at first too. People always need a process to get used to things."
"Exactly! Exactly!"
Takasu Ryuji nodded seriously: "Honestly, being in the same class as these two every day, I've already eaten all the dog food I can handle. I originally thought I was immune to everything, but it seems I still have a long way to go. Switching to two different people, I ended up experiencing that feeling all over again."
Kaede laughed and said, "Then Takasu, you're in for it. Don't forget about Uchimaki and Usami."
This sudden mention made both Usami and Uchimaki freeze.
Shirogane Miyuki looked at the two of them, stroked his chin, and said, "Oh~~ It looks like a lot has happened without us knowing! I didn't realize you two started dating. Congratulations!"
"Th-Thank you, Senpai..."
Usami was clearly more easily embarrassed than Shirogane Miyuki. Just the mention of dating made her blush profusely.
Utaha's drawing movements never stopped. Although she claimed her drawing skills were poor, she was still one of Toyosaki's top students, and her Art scores had never been bad; she was just slightly inferior to the professionals in the Art Club.
When it came to sketching, Utaha didn't have much trouble. Her drawing skills weren't so terrible that she would be labeled a "master painter" (referring to someone whose drawings are comically bad). At least, she was much better than those voice actors who possess the "master painter" trait.
While drawing, Utaha said, "Hmm... Counting them up, we have three couples here. That's a pretty high ratio. I wonder if this number will increase again in the next six months."
Eriri nodded: "Hmm... I think the number should increase, but whether it will happen within six months... I'm not sure."
In her opinion, Takasu Ryuji and Aisaka Taiga were very stable; it was just a matter of when they would finally break through that window paper (confess).
"Of course, Utaha, you have no chance."
"..."
The hand holding the pencil couldn't help but tighten. Utaha's mouth twitched as she looked at Eriri and said, "You really understand me..."
"Ahaha~~ Isn't that obvious?" Eriri laughed carelessly and said, "Don't look at how many guys in school pay attention to you; if you actually asked them to date you, probably very few would have the guts."
Iino Miko took small bites of fried chicken and curiously asked, "Why do you say that? Kasumigaoka-senpai is so beautiful, shouldn't many people want to date her?"
Although this was Iino Miko's first time meeting Utaha, she had read love metronome and was a fan, having seen photos of Utaha online.
In her mind, a girl like Utaha, who was top-tier in looks and had an excellent figure, surely wouldn't lack for boyfriends, right?
Then looking at herself... short, and not having a good figure... Ah, the more she thought about it, the sadder she became... Before Eriri could answer Iino Miko's question, Utaha answered herself: "I know what you want to answer. Most likely it's either my personality or my work, right?"
"Hehe, you know yourself very well!"
"I can't help it. Who told me my editor is also someone similar to me?"
Shrugging, Utaha said, "You and Asakura-kun know Sonoko's situation. Because she's a workaholic, whenever work comes up during a mixer, many men back away. She even left mixers early several times due to work commitments. While I wouldn't go that far, I've already decided to pursue the path of a writer in the future, and that won't change regardless of who I date or marry. Regarding my personality, I've reflected on myself. Although I haven't been in a relationship yet, I know I'm the dominant type in a romance. If someone can't handle me, it's impossible for them to be with me. At least, none of the boys I've seen at school currently meet my standards. Ah, well, I shouldn't say 'none'."
Saying this, her gaze shifted to Kaede.
"... Seriously? Not again?"
With a chicken wing in his mouth, Kaede looked at Utaha speechlessly.
Eriri, who was beside him, smiled and patted Kaede's shoulder, saying, "This is an affirmation of you, Kaede-kun! You should be happy!"
"Oh, please," Kaede rolled his eyes and said, "It's fine for everyone to joke around privately like this, but if other boys in school found out, I'd probably be in trouble. I'd definitely get fouled when playing ball."
Kawashima Ami narrowed her eyes and chuckled, "Oh, that sounds interesting. Kasumigaoka-senpai, have you considered a love triangle plot for your new novel? I think I could help you out, maybe with a scene reenactment, or something even more intense?"
Utaha and Kawashima Ami both had a dark side, and they shared an extremely high level of understanding on certain topics. Utaha immediately nodded, "Mm-hmm, that does seem possible. I'll discuss it with Eriri later; I don't want her to misunderstand."
Eriri directly threw the eraser she was holding, saying unhappily, "Are you two conspiring in front of me like this? At least you should talk to me privately. Now that Kaede-kun knows, how are you going to pull it off?"
"...Are you serious?"
Sticking out her tongue at Kaede, Eriri chuckled, "Hehe, just kidding. I wouldn't dare. If these two actually went through with it, I wouldn't be able to handle it. I can deal with just one of them, but two against one, I'd really be at a loss."
Kaede helplessly raised his hand and ruffled Eriri's head, almost grabbing her twin tails.
Shinomiya Kaguya sipped her tea in small sips. Although she didn't say much, she greatly enjoyed the current atmosphere.
If it had been this time last year, let alone coming out to view cherry blossoms, even going for a walk on the weekend would have been very difficult.
Thinking about it now, the decision she made back then was truly correct. She had no interest in family assets to begin with; as long as she wasn't treated as a tool for family marriage, she didn't care about anything else.
The family's inheritance rights haven't been settled yet, but for Shinomiya Kaguya, it no longer matters who ultimately gets them. With some businesses she fully controls, coupled with her and Shirogane Miyuki's abilities, she won't have to worry about money in the future.
Seeing the smile on Shinomiya Kaguya's face, Fujiwara Chika, who had leaned over to grab some sushi, asked curiously, "Kaguya-san, are you very happy?"
"Hm?"
Shinomiya Kaguya smiled at Fujiwara Chika and nodded, "Yes!"