Dasai translation….
Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093087122434729/episodes/16818622175347508322 It was around the fall of my first year of high school. I was alone, reading a book in an empty classroom next to the cultural festival, which was overflowing with a joyful atmosphere. I had no friends, and I didn’t have the courage or energy to go around the stalls. “…Fufu.” But … Read more
Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093087122434729/episodes/16818622175249558410 “So, what are we going to do? You were talking big, weren’t you?” She tapped the edge of the bed and invited me to join her. Her eyes were narrowed in a challenging way, as if she was mocking me. “Oh, sure.” If I backed out now, I’d lose my manhood. …No, wait, … Read more
Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093087122434729/episodes/16818622175140357245 Until now, I have never once expected anything in return. … No, that’s a lie. If you make an effort, you will get results. If you are kind to someone, they will be kind to you in return. That’s how the world works. Or so I thought. But I realized that this wasn’t … Read more
Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093087122434729/episodes/16818622175101614715 “I-Itadakimasu” “Please, help yourself. Eat as much as you like, Aira-chan.” Hey, Nee san. I’m the one who fried it, you know? In fact, I’m the one who prepared it yesterday and made the sauce. You’ve never even touched it, but at times like this, you act like it’s all yours… I can’t … Read more
Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093087122434729/episodes/16818622174999949257 “I’m home…” A faint voice echoed in the dark hallway. Nishimiya Aira felt along the wall with her hands, searching for the hallway light switch. Click. The sound rang out, and her vision suddenly brightened. “Ugh, I’m so tired.” She took off her heavy loafers and headed for the living room. …What was … Read more
Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093087122434729/episodes/16818622174899916435 “…Um, well…” Nishimiya and I had escaped from the bookstore without Aota noticing, and we were now sitting in a coffee shop in front of the station. It was the same shop we had visited when we met up at the amusement park before. “…?” “Um, well… I mean…” This is awkward! So … Read more
Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093087122434729/episodes/16818622174787862558 It’s been a month since the new students enrolled. They’re getting used to things and settling in. That’s the vibe at school right now. Most of the friendships are set, so I’m relieved. It’s pretty much the same in the second and third years. “Okay, that’s it for today, class representative.” “Stand up, … Read more
Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093087122434729/episodes/16818622174629237027 “Long time no see, Aya. How have you been? …Well, I guess I don’t need to ask. As expected.” In the room. I heard that voice coming from the other side of the door. Even though it had only been two months since we had been separated, that voice felt strangely familiar. “Senpai… … Read more
Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093087122434729/episodes/16818622174509112376 “Nice to meet you… I guess this is our first time meeting face to face. My name is Hirasawa Miyako. I’m two years older than Hayami’s younger brother, so I’m currently a freshman in college.” Sitting across from me, Hirasawa elegantly sipped her tea… or rather, gulped down her cola with ice cubes. … Read more
Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093087122434729/episodes/16818622174366118696 The stage. On the wide platform with the curtain raised, a sleek black grand piano stood tall, quietly waiting for the performer. In the midst of pure silence and tense anticipation, two women emerged from the wings. One was a woman in a black dress, carrying nothing. And then… “Beautiful…” Someone must have … Read more