Chapter 61: The Second Invitation

Chapter 61: The Second Invitation

In the multi-room internet caf, Miyuki, Tetsuya, and I were immersed in a game.

It was a survival game where we built a house and crafted various items to stay alive.

On the grassy field, a male character dressed only in underwear was moving in all directions. While mindlessly pressing on the keyboard to control my character, I clicked the mouse as Miyukis character, clothed in sackcloth, approached.

Thump-!

Miyuki, who had received a blow out of nowhere, took her eyes off the monitor and looked back at me.

Why are you hitting me?

Just because.

Thump-!

Miyuki retaliated immediately.

My character fell backward and tumbled down the slope. Was this a case of give a blow and get a word in return?* My health was rapidly depleting.

Watching my character roll down, a bright smile formed on Miyukis lips.

Even in the game, you can be so violent.

What to do... are you okay? Does it hurt a lot?

The question was devoid of any real concern. I chuckled and looked at Miyuki.

Youre asking if it hurts while I seem close to death? Cant you see the blood pouring out?

Why did you hit me then... Its self-defense. Tetsuya-kun, what do we do now?

Tetsuya, who had been focused on building a house, replied.

We need to chop wood with an ax to make a bonfire. You die if your body temperature drops.

An ax? This one?

Yeah. Thats the one.

Armed with the bow and arrows that were part of our starting equipment, I aimed for Miyukis character, who was diligently chopping with the ax.

Then, with a sidelong glance at Miyuki concentrating on the game, I let an arrow fly.

Whizz-!

With a lively sound, the arrow pierced Miyukis characters chest. Confused by the sudden decrease in health, Miyuki protested.

What? Who shot me with an arrow?

Theres nobody else around?

Look. Theres an arrow stuck in me.

Really? Hide behind something and check the direction it came from.

But where did it come from?

While Miyuki and Tetsuya were talking, I shot two more arrows, one in each of Miyukis characters buttocks. It was then that Miyuki realized I was playing tricks and got angry.

What are you doing...!

Im just trying out the bow.

You couldve shot at the ground or a tree, why there... Im out of health...!

Miyukis words came with the corners of her mouth faintly rising. Even she found it funny; her character staggering around with arrows sticking out.

Stop playing and come here. Lets gather wood together. We need to make a bonfire...

Miyuki, trying to advise while looking at my screen, gasped in shock. Because my crosshairs were aiming between her characters legs. Thinking this couldnt go any further, she swiftly turned my mouse aside.

Stop it, you dummy...! Dont act like a pervert...

Then, would it be okay if I planted something other than arrows?

I swallowed such thoughts and obediently spent my time doing as Miyuki and Tetsuya directed.

It was late evening when we finally left the internet caf.

After dropping Tetsuya off, I parked in front of Miyukis house and turned to her.

Go inside.

Yeah. It seems like its the first time weve hung out, just the three of us, since the vacation started, right? It was fun today, wasnt it?

So-so.

Not good?

It wasnt bad, but next time, lets hang out, just the two of us.

I emphasized the words just the two of us, and Miyuki flinched, then clamped her mouth shut.

Tetsuya is Miyukis childhood friend. And a very old one at that.

Although I understand they enjoy playing together because of the long time theyve shared, Miyuki should start to cut down on the time spent with him.

It has decreased quite a bit already, but it needs to decrease further. Thats the only way to save her from Tetsuya who constantly hurts people because of his indecisiveness. I have to make her think that only time spent with me is enjoyable, to the point where Tetsuya doesnt even come to mind.

I continued with a gentle smile toward Miyuki.

Got it?

Perhaps she liked my gentle expression?

Miyuki jolted and nodded her head vigorously.

...Yeah, I got it...

Good girl. Now, go inside.

I patted Miyuki on the back and praised her, watching her walk modestly toward the front door before turning the car around.

***

One, two, one, two... Ugh!

Ma, Matsuda hubae-nim... wait a moment...

Yes, yes. Just relax.

I spoke to her soothingly, as if handling a child, while I continued to work on her neck with my thumbs and began to press down on her shoulders with the palms of my hands.

Nngh...!

Chinamis arms stretched down tightly against her ribs.

The clenched fists faced outward, and the pose was almost comical, like a little kid throwing a tantrum.

As my palms massaged, pushing the sides of her uniform apart, the fair skin of her neck and shoulders came into viewslightly whiter than Miyukis.

Her skin looked so delicate that it seemed even a kiss would leave a mark.

Is it not too hard for you, to teach me?

No, its not hard, its not...!

She answered with difficulty, her head shaking, apparently not even thinking of pulling away.

Shes way too tense.

Wouldnt want yourself to be all wet from sweat, right?

Im glad. Thank you, as always.

Yes...! I am also gratef... Eek...! Ma, Matsuda hubae-nim...! Stop...! Stop this...!

It seemed Chinami could no longer bear it and, gritting her teeth, she expressed her wish to refuse further.

Its a pity, but pushing any further would be counterproductive.

It seems the storage room beyond the door is starting to get noisy... Its best to stop here.

After finishing the secret and slightly risqu massage, I tidied up Chinamis training attire.

Make sure to rest well when you get home, Sensei.

Chinami looked up at me, her face flushed pink like a peach, as I spoke nonchalantly. A breath she had been holding back burst forth.

Pwah... Haa...!

She placed a hand over her chest and took a deep breath, puffing up her cheeks and glaring at me.

Hubae-nim... What did I tell you...? Im certain I said to ask first...?

I thought you gave your consent when you didnt say anything before I started the massage.

Youre supposed to ask first and then wait for an answer...! Even if its for my sake, thats just basic courtesy...! How many times must I tell you...?

Isnt it standard to act first and report after?

I will do so from the next time.

Remember this...! Its your last warning...! If you do this again... I might really have to scold you harshly...!

Ill keep that in mind. But how was it? Ive been practicing hard for you.

You practiced it...? It felt good, but... this is the last time...!

Understood.

Hmm...! You worked hard today...!

Even as she was scolding, she didnt skip the formalities.

Her reaction is too perfect. It just makes me want to tease her more.

Next time, Ill go just until the brink.

Look forward to it.

***

Screech-

I parked the car and stepped out, noticing Miyuki greeting me, clad in an oversized T-shirt and pants.

I waved one hand towards her and asked.

How are your mom and dad?

Theyre waiting. Whats that you have in your hand?

A gift.

We dont need stuff like that

Who says its not needed?

All sorts of things are bound to happen at your house later, and something is certainly going to happen in your room today... If Im going to come and go like its my own house from now on, I need some sort of bribe.

Lets go inside.

Yeah. And Matsuda-kun, make sure you eat lots of vegetables before you go today.

Got it.

As usual, we chatted while I walked to the front door, and there I saw Wateru, Midori, and Kanna standing in front of it, prompting me to bow my head.

Hello, Ill be in your care again today.

It feels like this has happened before... Its like dj vu.

But today is going to be quite different from that first invitation.

When a young man and woman whove been intimate are together, its bound to lead to all sorts of events, isnt it?

Day or night No matter the place.

*

{ TN: Give a blow and get a word in return: A playful twist on the Korean proverb , which typically means responding to physical action with words, suggesting one responds more leniently than the action taken against them. But here, its reversed to a comic effect, indicating the characters health decreased as a result of the playful retaliation.

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