Rustle rustle rustle...
It was the sound of feet slowly moving on the sand.
Because Kaito's rock door was made very thin, and had a simple moving bar, although not smooth, it could still be pushed with effort, just a bit noisy.
Of course, not too noisy. From a few meters away, you could only hear a little, completely not affecting others' sleep.
But Kaito wasn't asleep at all.
He heard the sound very clearly and immediately turned to look at the door.
"Kaito, are you asleep... hehe, I'm here~"
After the door was pushed open, a figure quietly slipped in. Illuminated by the fireplace light against the wall, Kaito saw who it was.
It was hard to imagine, but the one who came was actually Mika!!
No, considering her personality of daring to love and hate and easily snapping, Kaito could understand her being this bold.
'Wait, if someone were to come, wouldn't it be Shodai and Misuzu?'
'Maybe Misuzu was more talk than action, and besides, with her daughter watching, she didn't come.'
'As for Shodai, it was probably due to a bit of reserve.'
'So...'
'This gave Mika a good opportunity?'
In fact, while everyone was sleeping, Mika pretended to be asleep herself, waiting until now to come over.
"...Mrs. Tamaki, what's the matter?"
Kaito looked at her figure and silently sat up.
"Hehe, actually, I've thought a lot. Sure enough, I'm still a bit selfish."
Seeing Kaito awake, Mika smiled and sat down beside him, then reached out to hold his arm, resting her head on his shoulder.
"And, just call me Mika~"
"..."
Speaking of which, he was quite surprised that Tamaki Ako's mother was named Tamaki Mika. Considering the original work didn't mention her name, any name was normal.
Including Izumi Sagiri's mother being called Izumi Shodai! That's ridiculous!
"Ahem, so, Mika, if you hold me like this now, what will your daughter think?"
"Who cares about her? It's all because you, Kaito, are so attractive~ I seem to understand why some people my age like sunny, handsome young men."
Hmm, Mika hadn't felt this way before, but now she deeply understood.
"Besides, I've been divorced for a long time. I'm single now. It's fine."
"Uh..."
'Divorced?'
'What a coincidence?'
But Kaito didn't dwell on it. Instead, he turned to look at Mika's face, which was like a ripe red apple.
Especially her eyes, undoubtedly full of appreciation and love for him.
It seemed he couldn't escape the pursuit of 'older sisters' after all.
His first love was taken by his senior Xiao Yunyun, whom he met in his freshman year, and he was also taught a lesson.
And after that?
In fact, as one of the school's handsome guys, he was very popular on campus, especially with older female students. Whether openly or secretly, many pursued him.
Especially some bold senior girls who even tried to get him drunk.
Unfortunately,
Ever since that incident with his first love, senior Xiao Yunyun, whenever he went out drinking with friends afterwards, he would bring cephalosporin antibiotics to take.
Hmph, trying to get me drunk? Then have something good happen?
Having learned my lesson, would I make the same mistake again?
Unless it was Xiao Yunyun.
"What's wrong? Or do I have no charm for you?"
'No, you have great charm.'
'I believe in Cao Cao.'
'Among the Three Kingdoms, my favorite is Cao Cao, the one I most despise is Liu Bei, and Sun Quan...'
'The death penalty for minors… forget it, forget it.'
"How could that be? It's just... a bit caught off guard. Besides... you know about Sephie's situation. She needs my help, even..."
Before Kaito could finish, Mika suddenly leaned in.
After giving Kaito a peck, she slowly pulled back, then revealed the charming smile unique to a mature woman.
"As long as it's not impossible, it's fine."
"Actually, I thought it through before coming. You're destined not to be a man who can be easily tied down. Instead of being dissatisfied with you after things happen, it's better to accept reality."
Yes, instead of resisting, it's better to enjoy.
Mika had really thought about it for a very long time after seeing Shodai, Misuzu, and even Sayuri.
She even kicked her daughter out and came herself.
As for her daughter, let her keep playing games~
Whether she changes her severe game addiction or not, it doesn't matter. Now, her own happiness is more important!
Mika didn't believe her daughter would play games forever. Even if she did, it didn't matter. She had the chat group and could always draw good things from the Gacha, like lifespan.
Hmm!
Sometimes, when women fall in love, they are just like this, disresgarding everything.
After figuring everything out, tonight's plan was set. Then, waiting for everyone to be completely asleep, she secretly slipped out.
Luckily, she was smart enough to tell everyone to stop chatting and rest early, as they needed to explore the forest tomorrow and conserve energy.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have been able to come even now.
"Sigh... since you've said that, what more can I say?"
"Hmph, as expected, you men are all the same! But... it's also good that you're like this. If you were a little more indecisive, I might not like you as much."
Hearing that previous sentence, Mika got angry. She reached out and pinched Kaito's waist, then, afraid he might be dissatisfied, gently patted it. Afterwards, her tone changed and became gentler as she continued.
But what she said wasn't wrong.
Dare to act, dare to take responsibility, dare to admit one's ambitions, dare to admit one's hobbies – that's not embarrassing at all.
On the contrary, those who are indecisive, outwardly refuse but inwardly enjoy, are the ones she hates. That's completely leading people on.
Love is love, don't love is don't love!
"Wow, I just have to say wow... I thought you went to the bathroom, but I didn't expect you to sneak ahead!"