Chapter 2336: New Tag

Chapter 2336: New Tag



Upon returning to the clubroom where my girls were waiting for me, I was greeted by their pouty expressions, obviously not too happy that it took me too long to return.

In particular, Nami, Satsuki and Hana dragged me to a chair and locked me on it by using the ribbons of their uniform to tie my hand.

And after that, they all walked to my front, their expressions a mix of playfulness and annoyance.

"Ruu, you missed the moment we changed into our school swimsuits because you took your time outside," Nami started as crossed her arms over her chest, leaning forward slightly with a teasing glint in her eyes. "You promised you'd be here to give your opinion. But nope, you were too busy running around. Care to explain yourself?"

Satsuki chimed in next, her tone more direct and equally grumpy as always. With her eyes narrowed like she was glaring at me, she said after clicking her tongue, "Don't give us that 'I had something important to do' excuse. You always make time for us, so what gives? Did they also tie you in a chair like this?"

Hana, standing next to them, added with a mischievous smile, "Ruki, if you're going to make a promise that you'll return soon, maybe try to complete it next time? We get it. You can't miss an opportunity if it is presented to you. But you said you'd return. You never mentioned a few minutes before the swimming class though. Look at you, have you changed yet?"

The other girls like Chii, Hina, Saki, Aya, Mio and even Maaya and Misaki were also nodding in agreement with their grumbling, though their expressions weren't as stern as the trio in front of me.

I chuckled nervously as I glanced at the trio who had taken charge of interrogating me while also looking apologetically at the girls watching this unfold.

Their combination of teasing, annoyance, and playfulness left me cornered-literally and figuratively.

But, of course, it was only because they're my girls that I could let myself be subjected to this. I don't want to disappoint them. Alas, I probably did this time.

"Alright, alright. Guilty as charged," I admitted with a wry smile. "I ended up getting myself hooked on helping Shio in her work and then I still pushed through on visiting the other two. It wasn't exactly planned, but I couldn't ignore them either. You know how it is. I'll do the same for you if a situation like that arises."

"You might as well get comfortable, Ruu," Nami said as she reached for my cheek, pinching it lightly. "You're not going anywhere until we're satisfied."

Satsuki tilted her head, her fiery eyes practically glowing with mischief. "And don't think you can charm your way out of this. You owe us big time, idiot."

The girl kicked my leg but then she slowly settled herself on one of my thighs, squeezing it between her legs.

Hana giggled, adding in a mockingly sweet tone, "Maybe we should make him change into his swimsuit while we watch. That would be fair, right?"

With that idea coming up, the other girls watching this scene burst into soft laughter, their expressions ranging from amused to indulgent. Chii, still working on my hair, chimed in, "Not a bad idea, Hana-chan. But let's save that for after we're done with phase one." "Phase one?" I repeated with a raised eyebrow, "What is this, some kind of organized coup?" Aya, who had been quietly observing, finally spoke up, "It's not a coup, Ruki. We're just going to remind you."

Saki, Hana and the others also chimed in and I ended up hearing their concerns which were all valid.

I sighed, letting a smile creep onto my face. "You're all right. I messed up this time. So, what's my punishment? I'll take whatever you decide."

Nami's smirk widened. Like Satsuki, she settled down on my other thigh, "Whatever we decide, huh? Careful, Ruu, we might just take you at your word."

With my hands tied up, I couldn't even hold them even if I wanted to. This was torture, no?

Satsuki cracked her knuckles, her grin turning almost predatory. It was as if she was finally going to be able to vent her frustration on me, "Let's start with making him sweat a little. And this time it won't be like a reward to you. When we go to the pool, you have to run ten laps in the pool. No questions asked. We'll be watching to make sure you don't slack off." Hana clapped her hands together, her eyes sparkling with mischief. "But before that, we'll be the one changing you into your swimming trunks. Where is it, Ruki? Did you bring it with you?"

At that statement, everyone instantly split themselves into two groups. One side was going to strip me of my uniform and the other side was looking for the swimming trunks in my bag.

Well, it's not like I would be shy changing in front of all of them considering they'd already seen me naked but to be handled like this... there would be a new tag plastered on my face, 'domination loss'.

In any case, as long as they're satisfied then... I'll play along. It's not like I can't make a comeback, right?