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“Hey, Reito-kun, can I take a short detour?”
It was just as we were heading back home after a few hours had passed.
Yamanashi’s suggestions are always abrupt. She probably does it so that I can’t say no. I nodded, having no particular reason to refuse. Having no particular reason to refuse, I nodded my head.
Yamanashi took me by the hand and we walked along the street. We were now outside the center of town, and the landscape had changed from a landscape of buildings to one in which nature was more prominent.
We climbed the moss-steeped stairs and followed a path with few streetlights until we reached a park. It was a simple park with little playground equipment, a few streetlights, and benches.
“Come here, sit down.”
Yamanashi sat down on a bench and patted me on the side. I did as she urged and sat down.
A beautiful night view spread out before me. The lights of the city shone brightly in the darkness, making it look like a work of art. This view looked familiar to me.
“Do you remember this place? This is where Reito and I met.”
“…. Oh, I remember now. It was at the beginning of the first year, wasn’t it?”
Shortly after arriving at the school, I was strolling aimlessly and ended up in this park where I met her
She was depressed at first, and I didn’t understand why. What could she be depressed about when she was a successful model?
“At that time, I was doing well in my work, but I was worried about my immaturity. There was no difference between me and those around me, but I hated myself for being so immersed in the status quo. I wanted to aim higher. Do you remember what …… you told me back then?”
“Stick to your …… individuality, was it?”
What I said was what I had said to her, who was troubled by human relationships.
Although she was at the top of the modeling industry, Yamanashi at that time was still not at the top of her game.
What we fans and the industry were looking for was a proud, dainty, beautiful, and solitary queen. If she could maintain that stance, her charisma would be enough to attract people to her. That was the best I could do.
Thinking about it now, I realize how irresponsible those words were. If I had made the mistake of giving advice to someone who did not even know the word “model,” Yamanashi might not be where she is today.
“I felt like I peeled off my skin as a model because of what you said to me at that time. I got more work and was able to be more active than ever before. It was thanks to Reito-kun.”
“I don’t know. I just said whatever came to mind at the time. I think it’s the result of your hard work.”
“Fufu, I’m glad you’re by my side and say that.”
Those words and her cheerful expression made me feel as if she could see right into my heart, and it made me feel a bit embarrassed.
she has been throwing me off my pace all day today. It’s kind of frustrating.
“…Reito-kun, you mean a lot to me. You’re indispensable to my life, so important that if I lost you I’d never be able to recover. I want you to always be by my side.”
“….I see.”
“But these feelings are a burden to you, Reito kun. Being a model means there are many obstacles to overcome… It’s no good. I wanted to convey the message in a more moving way, but it seems like it’s just not for me.”
As if something had been blown out of the water, Yamanashi let out a single breath.
Then she took off her hat and sunglasses. The long hair that had been hidden by the hat is now free, and she is back to her normal self, Yamanashi Anri.
“I want to be next to you. In any way, I want you to be by my side. I’m worried……. I’m worried that I’m going to be separated from you again.”
“I’m not going to leave you.”
“I know. But nothing is impossible in this world. …… so I want you to do one thing for me to wipe away this anxiety.”
Looking at Yamanashi’s slightly faltering mouth, I could see her conflict. Then, as if she had made up her mind, she murmured.
“I want you to kiss me. Not to the model Yamanashi, but to one high school girl, Yamanashi Anri.”
“….. just one time.”
I couldn’t stand the fact that shelooked a little embarrassed, not confident as usual. That’s right. I’m unfaithful.
I put my hand on Yamanashi’s cheek, who was meditating tightly. Then, I gently dropped a gentle, overlapping kiss on her mouth. The lingering feeling of indescribable happiness, different from when being kissed, lingers.
“…..Thank you. I’ll be able to work hard again tomorrow.”
“… You have long eyelashes, don’t you? ……, don’t let them in on the secret.”
“Yes. I’ll keep this in my heart as my own precious memory.”
Yamanashi beams with happiness. A bittersweet feeling of happiness that I couldn’t get from her usual yandere mode made my cheeks heat up.
Then, standing up, Yamanashi shook my hand.
“I’ve got something good. Now, let’s go home. We’re all going to bed after this.”
“Wait a minute, you’re not listening? Hey, where’s that inspiring air you’ve been putting on? Wait, Yamanashi!”
Little did I know that I would now be forced to fight to the death for several hours to stop Yamanashi from running off in her usual Yandere mode.
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