Today was such a blast.

Ryuichi quietly muttered this to himself. The lively atmosphere of the festival had already died down, and a closing party was being held with a blazing fire in the center of the grounds.

He never wouldve thought that he would be participating not only in the festival, but also in the after-party, and he objectively thought to himself that he really had changed.

Chisa and Satsukis already left, and all that remains is Shizuna, butshes probably going to take a while.

At first, they hadnt planned to attend the after-party, but Shizunas friends wanted her to spend some time with them, and she agreed with a troubled look on her face, which was how Ryuichi ended up waiting for her.

They really adore her, huh? Thats good.

Seeing Shizuna smiling surrounded by her many friends, Ryuichi himself could not help but smile. Some time later, Shizuna slipped out of her circle of friends and returned to Ryuichi, indicating it was time for them to leave.

Alright, see you later, everyone.

Yeah! Bye, bye, Shizuna!

Oh, and sorry again, Shishido!

No prob.

They exchanged words with their classmates before leaving the school. As they left the school, the growing silence grew more and more apparent, and a feeling of loneliness descended that made him think that the lively cultural festival had really come to an end.

What do you think?

About what?

The cultural festival. Arent you glad you participated in it?

Yeah, I am. It was really fun.

Ryuichi smiled and thought back to the events that had happened throughout the festival.

Working with his classmates to run the cafe, the commotion at the haunted house afterwards, the fun time he spent not only with Shizuna but also with Chisa and Satsuki, and the calming after-party at the end It really made him wonder again and againwhy he hadnt attended last year.

Im really grateful to you and the girls for changing me into what I am now.

No, youve got it wrong, Ryuichi-kun.

Huh?

Shizuna giggled and uttered this.

We only gave you a push. Ultimately, its all because of you and your efforts that you changed, Ryuichi-kun.

A push is pretty much the same thing, though.

Well, thats true. But I still think that you wanting to change yourself played a bigger role.

He wondered which one it really was, but felt that if he tried to drag the matter out, the conversation would never end, so Ryuichi meekly nodded his head. They then headed to Shizunas house, where a delicious dinner was ready and waiting for them.

Ryuichi poured some sauce on his favorite food, pork cutlet, and bit into it. He seemed very satisfied with the flavor of the savory meat as he gobbled it up.

You know, Chisa-chan showed me some pictures of you two, but Id really like to see them in person; how you look in your butler and maid outfits, that is.

Sure. Ill show you, Mom.

Imma pass.

Come on, Ryuichi-kun, lets get in.

Coming.

Then, for the first time in a long time, she suggested they take a bath together, and Ryuichi agreed. After washing each others bodies and lightly flirting with each other, they happily soaked in the bathtub together.

Shizuna sat between Ryuichis legs, her back resting on his firm chest as she wore an ecstatic look on her face.

Haaah, this is so relieving. I like it when Im snuggled up against you like this.

Heh, really now?

Shizuna let out a pleasant moan, but it was clear that it wasnt solely due to the wonderfully relaxing temperature of the water. With a beautiful girl right in front of him, completely nude and with her body stuck to his, there was no way that Ryuichi wouldnt do anything.

Why are girls bodies so soft?

When he muttered this while rubbing Shizunas ample breasts, she turned her head around and sank into thought.

I guess thats just how things are. Besides, boobs are really just lumps of fat, you know?

Yeah, butit still feels good to touch them.

Ah

As they soaked in the bathtub, Ryuichi relentlessly used his hands to pleasure Shizuna. Shizuna never once asked him to stop, either, simply surrendering herself to the sweet stimulation Ryuichi was giving her.

They decided to continue the act in their room before going to bed, and then left the bath to avoid getting dizzy and fainting.

Hmm, hmm, hmm~

Ryuichi returned to the room and looked at Shizuna, who was humming while drying her hair. Her black hair was free of any bristles and remained straight and silky from the hairline to the ends.

Shed told him that she didnt really do anything special to maintain her hair, but clearly, she seemed to be putting a lot of effort into taking care of it.

Man, being alone with Shizuna like this really makes me feel at ease

After she finished with her hair, she looked in the mirror and nodded her head in satisfaction when Ryuichi suddenly hugged her from behind. Shizuna squealed cutely in surprise, but soon she too put her hand on his arm that went around her waist and stroked it lovingly.

Im so happy that I can now make love to the man I love, even at night.

I feel the same way, too. Hey, Shizuna?

Yes?

Holding his beloved girlfriend in his arms made Ryuichi want to continue where they left off in the bath right away. He dropped kisses on Shizunas neck, and it was as if he could still feel the heat of her body that had yet to cool down from the bath as he opened his mouth.

Im not gonna let you sleep tonight.

Ah.

Ryuichi was a little excited, which made him speak a line that he didnt usually speak. Shizuna instantly understood the meaning of his words, and the flames of lust rekindled in her gaze on Ryuichi.

I love you, Shizuna.

I love you, Ryuichi-kun.

The same thought was going through both of their minds as they kissed each other intensely, and they spent another hot and intense night togetherSakie joined them halfway in, too.

Thus, with the end of the cultural festival, the next event would be Shizunas birthday. Shizuna wasnt worried about whether or not Ryuichis gift would make her happy, but of course, the same couldnt be said for Ryuichi, who was naturally feeling anxious.