Episode 75 – Christmas Eve, on the way home

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818622175745522043 We walked through the park, illuminated by sparkling lights. The lights decorating the trees looked like stars in the night sky. We sat on a bench and drank hot cocoa together. The steam made Hina’s face look a little hazy, giving her a dreamlike appearance. “It’s beautiful, isn’t it?” Hina gently rested her … Read more

Episode 74 – Christmas Eve Class Meet

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818093092638988578 From the next day, preparations for the class Christmas party began in earnest. Under Takaki’s leadership, the class became as lively as if they were preparing for a school festival. Each student was assigned a role, such as decorating, cooking, or planning games, and they worked on their tasks every day after school. … Read more

Episode 73 – Christmas Eve and Christmas plans

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818093092631646196 “Raise your hands if you’re free on the 24th!” The school trip is over and there are only a few days left until the winter break. When all classes had finished for the day and everyone was preparing for club activities or going home, Ryuki stood in front of the teaching table and … Read more

Episode 72 – School trip 3 Return home

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818093091662245583 On the last day of our school trip, Hina and I were walking through one of the souvenir shops that line the tourist area. Hina’s expression was joyful the whole time we were there, occasionally stopping to pick up an item. “Sakine-chan, what does she like?” I asked her as I looked at … Read more

Episode 71 – School trip 2 – 3 confession

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818093091662215687 When we arrived at the summit, many tourists had gathered at the observatory. Nevertheless, Hina and I quietly lined up in the crowd and admired the night view. We stepped outside and took in the expansive night view. The air was cool, but the coolness was pleasant. The lights of the city shone … Read more

Episode 70 – School trip 2 – 2 Hachimanzaka

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818093091662202350 With a cold Hakodate winter wind blowing through, Hina and I were walking from the red brick warehouse towards our next destination, Hachimanzaka. The winter afternoon sun was gradually slanting down and the sky was turning a faint orange. I opened my mouth a little as I watched Hina carefully walk on the … Read more

Episode 69 – School trip 2 – 1 red brick

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818093091661625798 From Goryokaku Park we took a bus to the city centre and we arrived at the Kanamori Red Brick Warehouse. It is cold outside, but Hina is as energetic as ever. The red-brick buildings stand out in the snowy landscape and have a somewhat exotic atmosphere. “Wow, it has a great atmosphere! Is … Read more

Episode 68 – School trip 2 – 0 Results of men’s negotiations

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818093090887064979 On the morning of the second day, we were gathered at the assembly point. The cold winter air stung my cheeks and I felt somewhat wintry as my breath rose white. “Good morning! You are all here.” The teacher, holding a checklist, checks each person’s face. I was also dressed up in warm … Read more

Episode 67 – School trip 1 – 7 Love stories

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818093090561980309 ▼Nishihara Natsuki Perspective▼ Countless stars were shining in the night sky as the steam from the open-air bath was fantastically thick. I soaked in the hot water up to my shoulders and looked up at the starry sky with a big smile on my face. “Wow, it’s really beautiful… I haven’t seen stars … Read more

Episode 66 – Gaiden 1 New Year’s Day Not related to the main story

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16818093083511177921/episodes/16818093090866090224 “Happy New Year!” “Happy new year!Hikaru!” “Happy new year!” Today, we gathered at a different place than usual, dressed in kimono. “Today, we’re going to have a special New Year’s event! First, we’re going to pound rice cakes!” I prepare the mortar and pestle. Put the glutinous rice in the mortar and pestle. … Read more