CH 29

Chapter 29: Exhausted

Koharu’s eyebrows wrinkled at the words “Girl Talk”. That’s right, for her agreeing to a “girl talk” comes with talking about love. So it’s nothing more than her confessing her feelings for Aoi, aka another girl. Plus she wouldn’t enjoy it, especially confiding in someone she isn’t close to.

It would be the worst place for her to leave the closet. Exposing her feelings that have been hidden away for a long time.

“I will never deny your feelings for Shimamoto-san. I promise.”

Koharu’s feelings must have been more muddied than I first imagined. I can’t guess it, because I’ve never experienced a painful romance like this.

However, there is too little communication between us, and there is a possibility that a tragedy will occur if nothing is done. To prevent this from happening, I wanted to hear her thoughts, from her own mouth.

Embarrassment, disgust, confusion. All those various thoughts crossed Koharu’s face. She is squinting to see my intentions, And whether or not she wants to be open to me.

While staring silently, the speaker started to ring urging us to leave school. – – – Is it time already? With that noise we have to leave the school gate by 15 minutes.

“. . . .We don’t have the time today.”

“Eh?” 

After I heard that in a low muttered voice, My eyes shot up. Along with her spoiled mood, she muttered once again.

“I don’t have time today, so please, another time. I also want to organize my thoughts.”

Those bitterly said words brightened my heart. It was negotiated through brute force, but I feel like a bright future has opened up.

Certainly, it would be a problem if we suddenly talk about it. I offered, but I didn’t even think about what to say. So we both needed to sort our minds.

“Yes, thank you. If you feel like talking, feel free to ask.”

“I got it.”

After that I let go of her arm. She gently rubbed the place I was grabbing. Did it hurt? I’m sorry.

“After I think about it, if I don’t want to talk, give up.”

“At that time, invite me once again to the bathroom.”

“Please just stop, you’re so annoying.”

Koharu didn’t even try to hide her feelings of disdain, she simply sighed. I think she still hates me, but the hate directed at me was a little less.

It’s strange that I kinda think it’s cute. For me, a person with a 26-year old woman in my heart, Koharu just looks like a girl with an attitude that’d fit her age.

I smiled involuntarily, and she then glared saying “what?”

“No, No. Your usual good girl smile is cute, but right now, that heartless face, I kinda like this Wakashima-san.”

Should I call this polar Koharu, or Black Koharu? She might not be completely honest, but this does seem to be closer to her true self.

Perhaps it was so out of left field to be told I didn’t hate it. Koharu’s poisoned face slipped away, instead she looked at me stunned. Her expressiveness was very nice.

“Do you know who makes me look heartless?””

“I’m sorry, I know. I’m going back, so Wakashima-san can you return to your cute face?”

“. . .I will.”

See you later, I said to her as I left the room. I intended to walk through the hallway as if nothing happened, but I had to find a spot to rest. My knees began to shake and I eventually lost my strength.

“Ah, I was more nervous than I expected.”

Is it okay to talk to Koharu again? Well, I’m scared. When I was told that she wished I wasn’t there. My heart nearly squeezed.

However the atmosphere after we parted wasn’t too bad. It looks like she’ll stab me if she loses her temper. However, that doesn’t mean we can’t talk.

“Haah- – – I want to see Sara. I need to be healed.”

We met this morning, but I already wanted to see her face. I wonder why Sara had to go to Tsubakigaoka. I wish we could be in the same school. When I get home, I’m going to watch the video of the slumber party. I need to replenish my Sara tank. Also to read some good quality Yuri.

I managed to move my quivering legs, and I returned to the lively clubroom, with its members preparing to leave.

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TN: Told you it’d be quick. Though this chapter was very short. It was mainly a set up chapter. I wonder how that “girl talk” will go.