“So, here we are—Miyako… I mean, Mika… Mika-sama is our school’s Student Council President, but right now, she’s shrunk because she’s taken some weird medicine that makes you younger? Did I hear that right?”
“Yup. That’s correct.”
“…Wow, she really does look a lot like that person from the news a while back. And what’s this I hear about her being in a relationship with the strongest Student Council President from Gehenna? Hold on. So, does that mean Atsuko likes…”
“Don’t worry, Kazusa. Mika-oneechan already knows how I feel. I confessed a long time ago.”
“Ugh. Atsuko, you’re really having a tough time. That senpai is dating three members of the Blooming Buds at the same time, right…”
“Uh-huh. That’s all true. I’m the trash who’s already juggling six legs…”
“By the way, Yoshimi-oneechan, you knew all along, huh? I was planning to surprise you later, but I should have just told you right away.”
Anyway, while I was eavesdropping on the Bandiboo kids gossiping behind my back, I found myself looking up at Hina-oneechan, who was tiptoeing and pulling me in for a hug while giving me gentle pats on the head.
Even in this situation, her effort to make sure my hair doesn’t get messed up is just… so sweet.
That’s why I like Hina-oneechan. She’s just an adorable person. When she’s serious, she can be really cool too.
“So, you two, how long are you going to stay like that?”
At first, Aco-oneechan was all excited, snapping photos and whatnot, but there’s a limit to how much one can tolerate. If this keeps up for more than ten minutes, it’s only natural to get tired of watching.
“Eh heh heh. Sorry, Aco-oneechan…”
“…Ugh. I-I only have the Head for me!”
“…?”
As even Hina-oneechan, who was patting my head, turned to give a puzzled look, Aco-oneechan squinted her eyes tightly.
“Gah, this power is completely beyond my expectations…!”
…Ugh, what do I do about this severe Hina-senpai obsession? I can’t help but think that if I have a daughter who looks like Hina-oneechan in the future, she might just want to raise and devour her.
Regardless, after successfully persuading Hina-oneechan to stay, the Bandiboo crew expressed their intention to leave.
To be honest, it wasn’t voluntary; it was because another Bandiboo member, Yutori Natsu, kept pestering us about when we were coming back.
While we were saying our goodbyes, Atsuko-oneechan suddenly grabbed my hand and opened her mouth.
“Mika-oneechan, I heard from Hanako-chan… I’m saying this because it’s important. We won’t just keep waiting forever. Remember that.”
“We” refers to the Arius Squad, right?
…Even so, having all four of you seems a bit excessive. If that happens, it’ll be ten people for real. My sisters seem to think it’ll happen someday, but having four at once might be a bit much.
I can’t even be sure if I could love those kids properly. Honestly, I just want the Squad members to meet someone who can make them happy.
Huff. Harem is really tough, huh.
Back when I read web novels as a hobby, I would typically curse the authors when a heroine got orphaned or distributed, but watching myself not reach out for a banquet laid out in front of me, I can kind of understand those authors’ feelings.
At least I’m grateful that Misaki-oneechan is proceeding her romantic affairs at her own pace.
“…Well then, goodbye.”
Smooch.
Just before parting, Atsuko-oneechan kissed my forehead and then left the room.
Seeing her shy smile as she got teased by the other Bandiboo sisters made me lose all motivation to bring her to T-party.
…But that doesn’t change the fact that I’m still a traitor. Hmph.
*
Holding Hina-oneechan’s hand tightly, we returned to the office, and what we saw in front of us was a rather unexpected scene.
Sitting in the middle was Nagisa-oneechan, flanked by Luna-oneechan and Noa-oneechan. And in the back, Hanako-oneechan was chatting away while giving Nagisa-oneechan a shoulder rub.
“…Heueng.”
“Oh my, Mika-senpai. You finally came!”
“Mika-chan, sit over there with those two. We were having quite the important discussion.”
“Important discussion? What is it about?”
“I heard something about a student duty system at Shalle.”
“…Huh?”
Why is that an important discussion? Isn’t it just students willingly stepping up to help the teachers?
“As a result of our conclusion, Mika-chan, you are banned from applying for student duties.”
“…Eh? Nagisa-oneechan, that’s just a strange thing to say. I’m busy enough as it is, so what duties are you talking about?”
“We just want you to know that we’ve decided that. There’s no need to feel suspicious or think deeply about it. Just remember: banned. That’s it…”
“Hey, Nagisa. I’m not quite sure where this is coming from, but isn’t it seriously wrong to impose restrictions on Mika’s actions?”
“No, Hina-chan didn’t hear that part earlier. Mika-chan said that among the people she knows, the most handsome one is the Teacher.”
…Oh.
Wait, could this be where the misunderstanding started?
“Um, Nagisa-oneechan…? That’s a bit of a misunderstanding.”
“…Mika.”
“Y-Yes, Hina-oneechan?”
“Banned.”
“…”
No, I really didn’t mean it that way… Ugh.
“Hehe. This is what you get for your own actions, senpai.”
“That’s… true, but… Ahaha.”
I couldn’t rebut when Hanako-oneechan, knowing full well I was joking, said that.
Because it really was my own fault.
“Now then… what do you think we should have for dinner?”
“…Hehe. For that, it might be better if Noa-chan and I handle it… I mean, we are at Trinity after all, so maybe we should leave it up to Mika’s choice?”
“Hm, that does sound good. Mika-chan, what do you want for dinner? I’m sure your favorite is—”
“As long as it’s something the onee-chans make, I’m good with anything!”
“…Huh?”
Noa-oneechan, who responded with a mix of surprise, seemed more pleased than anything, while Luna-oneechan smiled brightly. Apparently, she had been regularly seeking cooking advice from Fuka-oneechan.
In this situation where the notorious culinary terrorist, once deemed irredeemable, is slowly evolving into a good wife, and the real-deal terrorist, Wakamo-oneechan, has successfully rehabilitated…
Is it possible that the demon of the hot springs…?
…No, that weird one wouldn’t change. She really is pure evil.
Regardless, the important thing now isn’t these trivialities but achieving what I desire. And right now, what I want is a dinner table prepared by the onee-chans!
“Hold on. Mika-chan, where are you going to cook it?”
“…At our house, obviously?”
“You do know that’s a safe house for T-party that doesn’t allow outsiders, right?”
“I trust you onee-chans more than the T-party kids, so I’m sure it’ll be fine, right? Yeah.”
“…Sigh. Okay, do as you please. I guess it’s kind of absurd to question the current owner of T-party.”
“Yup. I’m looking forward to a delicious dinner, Nagisa-oneechan!”
And just then, Hanako-oneechan, smiling gently, casually made a statement full of Hanako-like charm.
“Then, how about we consider a swimsuit party while we’re at it?♡”
“…A swimsuit party?”
“Since we’ll be sleeping under blankets anyway, what’s the difference between pajamas and swimsuits? Or do you perhaps prefer underwear… or direct skin, Hina-chan?”
“I don’t really get that logic, but I usually wear pajamas when sleeping alone.”
“…Oh my. Oh my! When you say alone, does that mean it’s different when you’re sleeping with Mika-senpai… Fuh, everyone suddenly feel a bit warmer?”
Hanako-oneechan, who said this, seemed surprisingly more embarrassed than I expected. To put it bluntly, she was closer to being a girl who just talks a lot.
Of course, considering how she discreetly carries around a red book, maybe she’s fully developed in theory by now…
But looking at how even the always neat and proper Nagisa-oneechan handles her own desires, it might be that pure girls don’t truly exist.
Yet remembering Hanako-oneechan’s reaction from last time, when it comes to actually sharing a bed, she might get extremely embarrassed…
It’s hard to picture someone who boldly engages in public exposure feeling bashful about that…
“Hanako-chan, you’re really an interesting person. Like what you said to me earlier…”
“Thanks for the compliment, Noa-chan. However, just because you say that… I’m not planning on giving up my seat. That’s my designated spot.”
“Then it seems I’m a bit sad that I took it first♪”
“…You two, I’ve been curious about it since before. What on earth are you talking about?”
At Luna-oneechan’s question, as if they had promised to do so, the two of them shut their mouths simultaneously. Why, does explaining something so blatant as ‘the filthy act one can perform under the desk in the office’ suddenly make you feel ashamed?
Impressive, really impressive.
“…So, are we deciding on a pajama party? Just here among those present… Mika-chan, you’re the exception since you’ve shrunk.”
No, that’s not acceptable! I mean! It’s still around 135cm when compared to Hina-oneechan! That’s kind of an exaggeration!
“With six people here… Mika-chan, didn’t you say you were going out to meet Wakamo-chan late tonight?”
“…But she didn’t give me her permission?”
“That’s a hilarious thing to say, considering you didn’t ask for my permission when you were doing whatever you felt like.”
“…What about Hina-oneechan?”
“…Anyway. You were already planning to go, right? Including the assumption that Wakamo-chan will join, it’ll be seven people… Wait, hold on.”
Nagisa-oneechan, who had been continuing her speech, suddenly frowned as if she realized something.
“Why is it that I brought the medicine but everyone gets to enjoy the leftovers together?”
“That’s because Nagisa-oneechan is too kind!☆”
“…You all can head home for now. If you’re dissatisfied, go get your own medicine and feed it to yourselves!”
Huh? After today, I’m not going to take that kind of medicine anymore. Honestly, one time is enough for me.
“Hehe, it’s Nagisa-senpai, everyone♡”
“Hanako-chan. Let go of that…! Just because of this, you think I’ll grant you… grant… Ah, fine. But Mika-chan will sleep with me on the bed, okay?”
By the way, Nagisa-oneechan is actually pretty easygoing… Honestly, she seems easier than me.
