CH 40

Luxury… I truly feel it’s a luxury.

Let me briefly summarize what has happened since I moved to the Hououin household.

“First of all, the rooms are spacious.”

Yes, the rooms are spacious.

The Hououin estate itself is quite large, so the room assigned to me personally was also quite big. I’m using some of the furniture that was already here, but it’s so well-maintained that I don’t even feel the need to prepare anything myself.

“…haah~”

I lie down on the bed and gaze up at the ceiling. 

Today is a holiday, so I have the whole day to myself. Since I slept alone last night, I didn’t get to see the girls when I woke up. It feels a bit lonely, but sometimes, having a morning to myself like this is quite enjoyable.

“Next, the food is delicious.”

Yes, the food is delicious.

When I was living in the apartment, I used to cook simple meals for myself. But there’s something incredibly satisfying about having someone else cook for you. The dishes prepared by Shirayuki and Hisui, who compete with each other, are filled with their love. Not only do they taste great, but they also make me feel happy and content.

“Next, I have no worries.”

Yes, I have no worries.

In the past, there were many times when I had to be frugal with my money, and luxury was out of the question. But now, as if in reaction to that, from the moment I entered the Hououin household, I have no worries about making a living… and not having to think about it until the day I grow old and die is an indescribable feeling.

“But I don’t go around buying expensive things or anything like that.”

Hisui handed me a credit card and told me that I can buy anything I want with it. However, I haven’t used this card yet. And it’s no wonder because even if I have a large sum of money at my disposal, I just can’t bring myself to make extravagant purchases… It feels too inappropriate.

“You don’t have to worry about it. Our wealth is also yours, so feel free to use anything without hesitation.”

Those words from Hisui have the power to corrupt not just a man but a whole person. I nodded in response to her words, but from a sensible perspective, it’s not so easy to casually use this card with its seemingly infinite balance. However, I’m sure they also understand that I’m not the type of person to waste money, which is why they entrusted it to me.

“…Alright, time to get up.”

Today, I’m supposed to go to the gym with the two of them starting from noon. Until then, I have free time… Well, I think they’ll have breakfast prepared, so I’ll head to the living room. I quickly changed out of my sleepwear and joined them.

“Oh, good morning.” 

“Good morning, Touma-kun.” 

“Good morning, both of you.”

The smiles of the beautiful women before me instantly dispel the lingering sleepiness… Yeah, it’s the best feeling.

When Hisui is not around due to work, I often help Shirayuki, but when Hisui is present, I don’t really have anything to do. Of course, initially, I tried to help with various tasks, but I was stopped by Shirayuki and Hisui.

“You know, I never get tired of seeing the two of you preparing breakfast like this.” 

“Is that so?” 

“Yeah… it just feels like a family. I think it’s a heartwarming sight.”

“Hehe, that’s lovely to hear. But we can’t have you getting too used to it. After all, you’ll be seeing this kind of scene every day from now on.”

That… truly is a scene of happiness that could make me go completely weak.

After that, my stomach grumbled at breakfast that was gradually being set before me, and together with the two who had finished the preparations, we started our delightful meal.

I took a bite of the freshly baked bread, savoring the sound it made.

“Just ordinary bread… and yet, why does it taste so delicious?” 

“Because it’s bread.” 

“That’s because it’s bread, you know.”

Not only the bread, but also the sausages, salad, and soup—everything is much more splendid compared to when I was living alone. One of the significant changes is this dining scene, but it’s not just the delicious food I’m eating right now; it’s the fact that Shirayuki and Hisui are here together in this space… That, above all, is a feast in itself.

(…No, no, treating them to a feast is a bit different.)

I made that comment to myself, but in a way, their presence does have a dessert-like quality, so it’s not entirely wrong.

After finishing breakfast, I stood at the sink brushing my teeth alongside Shirayuki.

“… hmm.”

“What’s wrong?”

As I watched her with a toothbrush in her mouth… I wonder, it’s definitely rare to see her in such a clearly private moment.

We faced the mirror and brushed our teeth in silence.

Then, smiles naturally bloomed on both our faces, without any need for comments or retorts, and we finished brushing our teeth.

“What should we do until lunchtime?” 

“Well… I want to cuddle with Shirayuki.” 

“That’s fine. Then let’s cuddle.”

“I want to cuddle,” it was a line I wanted to say if I ever had a girlfriend.

I’ve reached the point where I can say it without feeling embarrassed, but Shirayuki’s response with a smile is just so cute and irresistible. Before we even reached the room, I hugged her tightly.

“…You’re warm.” 

“Touma-kun, really…”

Despite saying that, Shirayuki didn’t let go and hugged me back.

Well, it’s only natural that Hisui, passing by and giving us a bewildered look, would react like that. Immediately after, she came up from behind and joined in, not leaving me out.

“Mom, right now I’m being lovey-dovey with Touma-kun. Please give us some space.” 

“Well, isn’t this fine? By the way, Shirayuki, you’re oddly assertive when it comes to Touma-kun, aren’t you?” 

“Well, of course. Mom, you’re important, and I swore to support Touma-kun together. But in the end, you’re just a sub-heroine. You can’t beat the main heroine.” 

“Hmm?”

Oh, the atmosphere has become quite heavy.

However, as they are mother and daughter, it didn’t escalate into a fight. Instead, they suggested that I should decide who is better and settle it once and for all.

“Hey, Touma-kun.” 

“Which one do you prefer?”

I was led to the living room and asked this question.

Both of them seemed to be conscious of it as they pressed their ample bosoms against my body and looked at me with slightly moist eyes… Not only that, but they also rubbed against my waist, moving up and down… Argh, I won’t succumb to such temptation from morning till now!

…………

“Haa…”

Nothing in particular happened?

After that, I spent time with the two until noon, had lunch, and then headed to the gym.

“Huh?”

As I was changing in the locker room, I suddenly thought that there were more people than usual.

I had a feeling that there were more cars parked in the parking lot, and maybe everyone was trying to get in shape before summer.

Leaving the changing room with some excess body fat still jiggling, I waited for the two of them.

“We’re sorry to keep you waiting.” 

“Sorry for the wait.”

Sports attire suitable for exercise… There shouldn’t be any lewdness associated with it.

And yet, why do these two look so s**y… It’s simply because it’s these two, I guess.

“Wow, she’s incredibly beautiful.” 

“So pretty…” 

“Who’s that fatty?”

You didn’t have to add “fatty,” you damn jerk.

As I thought, there were more customers in the training room than usual, and there were even people with impressive muscles that I don’t usually see.

Amidst the gaze of both men and women, Shirayuki and Hisui appeared and took my hand, leading me to the training room where only authorized personnel were allowed.

“I’m glad we have this place… It might seem possessive, but here, no one will look at you two with lecherous eyes.”

“That’s right. We’re the only ones here.”

“There’s no need to worry at all. Well then, shall we start exercising… and after working up a good sweat, let’s do some enjoyable exercises during the break, shall we?”

Alright, let’s give it our all in today’s workout!

…Wait, I feel like I missed something, but I want to believe it’s just my imagination.