Childhood Friend

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16817330662140414210/episodes/16817330662666797551 I can’t thank my parents enough for giving me such a great name as Kisaki Saki. And I am even more grateful to them for giving me the qualities to be popular with men. I am at the peak of my happiness right now. “Mr. Boyfriend, you look so happy today.” I grinned … Read more

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16817330662140414210/episodes/16817330662664975620 I have been thinking too much about old stories. Once again, I turn my attention to the world of books. I often read the first half of the book by force of habit. I feel that nothing happens in the first half of the book, and that the book often only stirs up … Read more

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16817330662140414210/episodes/16817330662624245453 When I got home, I started reading a horror novel. At first it was difficult to concentrate, but as Rika said, once I got into the zone, it was quick. I buried myself in the story and felt as if I was one with it. “I know it’s fun, but it was a … Read more

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16817330662140414210/episodes/16817330662551118777 I will not betray you–. These are the words I often say to Masatoshi. After years of being childhood friends, I have learned that Masatoshi is prone to bad luck. I don’t think it is just a coincidence. I believe that he is a poor child born under such a star. I have … Read more

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16817330662140414210/episodes/16817330662498181804 “Where are we going?” “The usual place.” Rika answered without hesitation. The usual place is a cafe. It is not the kind of place that sparkling high school girls go to. The price is about the same, but the customer base is higher class. “It’s nice and quiet there.” “There’s no shouting or … Read more

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16817330662140414210/episodes/16817330662469652804 [Let’s go home together.] Around noon, a message arrived. The sender was Rika. I was just getting frustrated with Kisaki Saki. I had a self-centered wish that she would accept my blurred feelings, not to mention hug me again. “Of course.” I returned immediately. No reason to say no. [I’m glad to hear … Read more

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16817330662140414210/episodes/16817330662451216510 The next day. I went to school as usual. The festival was just around the corner. Just because I had been rejected did not mean I could stay in my shell, waiting for my wounds to heal. “Good morning, Nagai kun.” “Good morning, Kisaki.” “You’re looking good today, aren’t you? Keep it up … Read more

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16817330662140414210/episodes/16817330662445961804 “Is it okay for you to hold me like this? I’m trying to push against the pain of being dumped by my girlfriend.” “Have I ever said no to you?” “No.” “I’m on Masatoshi’s side.” There was no need to suppress my feelings anymore. I slowly rested my body against Rika’s chest. It … Read more

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16817330662140414210/episodes/16817330662395603450 The rain never seemed to die down. I ran through the school gate, weaving between the students as they left for school. The feeling was still terrible, but my body was comfortable. Wet from the rain, I feel cold. It was as if my head was in a state of excitement, but it … Read more

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/16817330662140414210/episodes/16817330662140421771 “Let’s break up.” It was Saki who started the conversation. “Why so suddenly?” “For me, it’s not sudden.” It was a weekday before the school festival. The meeting place was behind the gymnasium. It had been three months since I had approached her and started dating her. She has a well-defined face that … Read more