Chapter 91: The Changed Yukinoshita Ayame
Ever since Yukinoshita Ayame confessed everything to Yukinoshita Yukino that day, Yukinoshita Ayame seemed like a completely different person.
This was Yukinoshita Yukino's honest impression; if she had been a highly vigilant little beast at the start, she had now unfolded all her tenderness toward Yukinoshita Yukino.
"Mhm, there, Mommy is very beautiful. You'll definitely captivate Daddy."
In the morning, before Yukinoshita Yukino left, Yukinoshita Ayame made a point of combing her hair. Well, Yukinoshita Ayame had requested it herself, saying that since she was always being looked after by her mother, she naturally wanted to do what she could to help.
Yukinoshita Yukino didn't mind this; instead, she felt a sense of warmth. The other's touch was gentle and kind, an emotion she could truly feel.
Now, Yukinoshita Yukino had come to treat her as true family.
"As for captivating him, that's a bit much. Besides, I don't even know him yet."
Feeling that Yukinoshita Ayame had stopped, Yukinoshita Yukino spoke with a hint of helplessness.
"But Daddy and Mommy met during high school, and it was Mommy who confessed first."
Yukinoshita Ayame blinked and then said with a smile.
"But..."
Yukinoshita Yukino wanted to say more, but she was suddenly kissed by Yukinoshita Ayame.
"Alright, Mommy, go to school now."
"!"
On the surface, Yukinoshita Yukino remained calm, but her heart was racing.
This intimate gesture from the other brought her a great deal of stimulation—in a good way, of course. When she looked into Yukinoshita Ayame's eyes, she felt as if everything around her became clearer.
Yukinoshita Yukino loved that feeling because, in that moment, she felt incredibly real. The air around her, the sunlight outside the window, and the tactile sensations of her own body—all these colors were flooding her senses, and in that moment, she could feel that she truly existed.
Soon, with Yukinoshita Ayame waving goodbye, Yukinoshita Yukino walked out the door. However, she was different now; a faint smile graced her face. Even if that smile would gradually fade once others noticed it, there was no denying that a distinct change had occurred in Yukinoshita Yukino... "Ah~ I'm so sleepy..."
In the classroom, Aragaki Takiya let out a yawn, but the noise caught the attention of the short-haired girl in the seat in front of him.
"Did you not sleep well yesterday, Aragaki?"
Kato Megumi looked curiously at Aragaki Takiya's face; she could faintly see light dark circles under his eyes.
"Yeah, because Moeha had a nightmare yesterday, and I spent a lot of time comforting her..."
Aragaki Takiya spoke vaguely, but in his mind, he couldn't help but recall the scene from before dawn today.
He had been sleeping soundly when he felt a weight pressing down on him, accompanied by the crying of the Little one.
She seemed to be mumbling something about not letting him leave; Aragaki Takiya didn't understand the meaning behind the words, but he could feel her sadness.
So, at that time, Aragaki Takiya didn't ask her for the reason. Instead, he chose to gently pat her back, and after tossing and turning for about an hour, he finally managed to fall asleep.
"I see. You're a very responsible older brother, Aragaki."
Hearing Aragaki Takiya's explanation, Kato Megumi couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration. One must know that many people have a morning temper nowadays, let alone the fact that Aragaki Moeha had woken Aragaki Takiya up in the middle of the night.
Yet, not only was Aragaki Takiya not angry at all, but he also took meticulous care of her until she fell back asleep.
Honestly, that was indeed quite difficult.
"Actually, it's 'Daddy'."
Aragaki Takiya complained silently to himself before saying:
"Because Moeha and I have a very good relationship. Besides, Moeha is still one of the Children, and it's normal for Children to have nightmares, so it's not something unacceptable to me."
As Aragaki Takiya spoke, a smile appeared on his face. Although Aragaki Moeha's sudden appearance had caused him a lot of trouble, Aragaki Takiya had to admit that since having Aragaki Moeha at home, his daily routine had become more regular, and even his interpersonal relationships had improved quite a bit.
Much of this was thanks to her... At noon, during the lunch break, Aragaki Takiya went to buy bread as usual. Oh, and he also had to bring a bottle of juice for Kato-san. He took his usual route, but there, he encountered someone unexpected.
It was Yukinoshita Yukino, whom he had met in the restaurant yesterday.
"Uh, is there something I can help you with, Classmate Yukinoshita?"
Originally, Aragaki Takiya wanted to walk straight past, but he noticed that Yukinoshita Yukino was staring at him. Unable to bear such a gaze, Aragaki Takiya chose to ask her directly.
Hearing Aragaki Takiya's initiative, Yukinoshita Yukino nodded and then spoke.
"Actually, there's something I'd like to ask Aragaki-san for help with."
"What is it?"
Hearing that Yukinoshita Yukino wanted his help, Aragaki Takiya didn't think too much of it and asked directly.
So, Yukinoshita Yukino explained that she had something to do over the weekend and needed to go to another city, and that there would be no one to look after her younger sister. After explaining, she added:
"During this time, I can take responsibility for all expenses incurred by Ayane."
"Uh, helping with that is no problem. Moeha needs a playmate anyway, but there's no need for money..."
Although Aragaki Takiya was currently living off part-time jobs, he didn't want money to be involved with the Children, so he modified Yukinoshita Yukino's condition.
Then, after some discussion of the details, the two finally settled on the condition that Yukinoshita Ayame would go to Aragaki Takiya's home for the weekend.
The general content didn't change much, except for adding the times for Yukinoshita Yukino to pick her up and drop her off.
However, neither of them noticed that after they finished their discussion, another figure was hidden in a corner at the end of the hallway.
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