Chapter 41: Clingy

Chapter 41: Clingy

(Mikan's pov)

I just got in the classroom and greeted my friends.

Mikan: "Morning."

Sachie: "Morning, Mikan!"

Mami: "Morning."

My two best friends returned my greeting as I sat down. We talked for a short while until Sachie asked something I didn't want to hear.

Sachie: "Hey Mikan, can we come to your house today?"

Every time they ask me that, I refuse them, but I'm starting to feel a little bad by doing it. I avoided this topic as I didn't want them to meet either of my brothers.

Rito is too easily embarrassed, which often leads to some kind of incident, most often perverted ones. Ryoto, on the other hand, is, or should I say was too flirty. Thankfully he calmed down, and I suppose he won't try to flirt with elementary school students, and even Rito's 'lucky pervert' has calmed down, so maybe it's a good time to finally invite them. Ryoto looks happier than usual as of late. Maybe it's thanks to Lala. He could also be faking happiness. You never know with him. His mask is almost perfect, and he rarely slips up, which frustrates me to no end. Why can't he share what he's feeling with us? We're, after all, a family. *Sigh*

But then I remembered what I heard from Lala this morning, and my cheeks slowly became red. Should I ask Lala for more details? Not because I'm curious... I just want to know if Ryoto is treating her well.

Mami: "Are you feeling alright? Your whole face is red."

I tried to calm myself down by taking a few deep breaths, which helped.

Mikan: "I don't mind, but you'll need to go to the grocery store first since there's a sale today."

They looked shocked. Maybe I shouldn't say that they needed to help me.

Sachie & Mami: "Yes!!!"

They jumped from joy with big smiles on their faces.

Sachie: "I can't believe you finally agreed! You can't take it back!"

Mami: "And we'll finally meet the famous Rito and Ryoto."

Her eyes were full of admiration, but what did she admire? She didn't even meet them.

Ryoto: "Hey Lala, aren't you more clingy than usual?"

Lala: "It just feels comfortable being near you."

She rested her head on my shoulder. I like peaceful moments like these... but of course, we can't have nice things.

Yui: "Stop right there! You violated the law!"

'Did... did she just make Elder Scrolls reference? But Skyrim came out in 2011.'

Karen: "But the meme came from Oblivion which came out in March 2006."

'Does it mean that she played it?'

Karen: "Probably just a coincidence, a funny one, though."

Ryoto: "Yui, my favorite member of the school disciplinary committee."

Yui: "Wha-! Wait, I'm the only one you know from the committee!"

Ryoto: "How can I help you?"

Yui: "Don't ignore what I just said!"

Ryoto: "Kotegawa-San, while I enjoy our little chats, I would like to eat during this break, and if I have some time left, I would like to review the lessons, so if you excuse me."

Yui: "Ah- yes, sorry for bothering you."

I walked away with smiling Lala. As soon as I disappeared from her sight, she realized what I had just done.

Yui: "RYOTO YUUKI!!! The next time I see, I'll discipline you, and you'll stop your shameful behavior!!!"

What she didn't realize was that she was shouting in the hallways, which was also against the school rules.

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