My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong As Expected

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Thanks to this move, I once again lost the sense of distance between myself and her.

I admit that the distance between us has indeed narrowed compared to before. I'm not so naive as to excitedly deny it as soon as I hear it.

The same applies when filling out class activity application forms. If you're just asking how to fill them out, you can simply ask anyone.

However, I still specifically sought out Yuihama to ask her how to fill out the form.

I've tolerated myself to this extent now.

Because Yuihama is very easy to talk to.

but--

That's why I have to restrain myself.

Trust that lacks principles and self-control is a form of coquetry.

I cannot be so easily swayed by Yuihama's gentleness that I need her for everything; I cannot be so easily swayed by Yuihama's kindness that I allow myself to become dependent on her.

I know very well that her gentleness comes from personal pain, constant worries, and suffering. Therefore, I absolutely cannot compromise easily.

If these feelings didn't stem from her gentleness or kindness, but rather from a different kind of emotion, then it goes without saying. That would be exploiting people's weaknesses and taking advantage of their vulnerabilities.

When dealing with emotions, one must strive for appropriateness.

Maintaining distance also requires appropriateness.

So, is taking another step forward really a good thing?

A school anniversary is a celebration, and celebrations are extraordinary days.

Because it's unusual, the criteria for judgment differ slightly from the past. On days like these, even I might make some misjudgments.

"...Can it be changed to something else?"

"sure."

Yuigahama laughed.

"...So, when should we choose?"

That smile possessed an indescribable charisma.

"Uh...excuse me, could you please give me some more time to think..."

Under Yuihama's charming smile, I couldn't help but answer with utmost respect.

Upon hearing my answer, she reluctantly sighed in place of her reply.

Today is only the first day of the school's anniversary celebration.

However, the end will always come.

The ticking of the clock also reminds us that this time will eventually come to an end.

The Hikigaya family on the first night of the school anniversary

Hikigaya Komachi

Ah, my brother's on the computer again. What's he looking up this time?

Hikigaya Hachiman

Well... by the way, if you were to go out and have fun, what kind of places would you choose?

Hikigaya Komachi

Disneyland is the safest option, as is LaLaport.

Hikigaya Hachiman

These are places that people from Chiba Prefecture regularly visit... Aren't there any others?

Hikigaya Komachi

Mom's Ranch?

Hikigaya Hachiman

Huh? How about Mom's Ranch? Or Narita Dream Ranch?

Hikigaya Komachi

That works too! And there's also the German Village in Tokyo!

Hikigaya Hachiman

And Funabashi Andersen Park.

Hikigaya Komachi

And the Ostrich Kingdom!

Hikigaya Hachiman

Oh? Then I recommend Ichihara Elephant Country.

Hikigaya Komachi

My brother is really something; he thinks of so many things.

So, Komachi chooses Kamogawa Marine World!

Hikigaya Hachiman

As for aquariums, Kasai Rinkai Park is quite close... even though it's in Tokyo.

Hikigaya Komachi

Komachi thinks the aquarium is great, and so is the zoo.

Hikigaya Hachiman

Chiba City Zoo, right?

Hikigaya Komachi

Yes, yes, there is an amusement park there, and there are screaming rides.

Hikigaya Hachiman

Do zoos have really that many thrilling things to do?

Hikigaya Komachi

Yes, on the way there.

Hikigaya Hachiman

That's the Chiba Monorail, right? Riding it is a bit scary, yes, but it's quite fun, and the new carriages are really cool.

Hikigaya Komachi

Chiba Monorail is the world's strongest!

Hikigaya Hachiman

Among suspended monorail trams, it also boasts the longest operating distance in the world.

Hikigaya Komachi

Whether it's a family trip or a romantic date, there are always plenty of great places. That's right, only Chiba can do that… By the way, what was the original topic?

Hikigaya Hachiman

Hmm? It's a Chiba advertisement, isn't it?

*One day,Hachiman and Komachi*

Volume 6, Chapter 8: The person Yukino Yukinoshita is watching is right in front of her.

The school anniversary celebration entered its second day.

Today was the open day, and many residents from the neighborhood, students from other schools, and aspiring students came to visit. In addition, it was a Saturday, a day off for many, resulting in a lively atmosphere on campus that is not usually seen.

The first day of the school anniversary celebration was a bit like everyone rehearsing behind closed doors, but the second day was very different, with many more unexpected situations.

Fortunately, with the full participation of the school anniversary executive committee, there was no need to worry about the large volume on the second day, thanks to the double protection of the side wings and leak-proof sides.

So, I'll be busy with the Executive Committee's work all day today.

We will be dealing with all sorts of visitors, including the largest number of junior and senior high school students from the surrounding area, as well as families or women with their children, elderly people living nearby, and children who "don't really know what's going on here, but we've come to join in the fun."

According to regulations, all visitors must sign in and register, but from my observation, this checkpoint is not strictly enforced. Specifically, if someone's presence is as inconspicuous as mine, they could easily swagger into the campus undetected.

The health care team staff worked alongside a male physical education teacher, setting up long tables in front of the two school gates to receive visitors, so no strange guys managed to sneak in.

My main job amidst the crowds was to take photos, documenting the activities exhibited by each class, the audience's reactions, and so on, thus recording the grand occasion of this year's school anniversary celebration.

I originally thought that all I had to do was point the lens at a few places and snap a few photos, but things didn't go very smoothly.

The reason is that whenever I raise my camera, someone always stops me: "Sorry, we don't allow photography..." You know, that hurts me a little...

Every time this happens, I have to show my "Anniversary Celebration Executive Committee, Recording Team" armband and even apologize on my own initiative.

Just as I finished taking what felt like the umpteenth photo, something suddenly bumped into me from behind, creating a jolt.

"elder brother!"

"Oh, Komachi."

I turned around and saw Komachi hugging me. From an older brother's perspective, it doesn't feel bad to have my little sister acting cute like this. Wow~ my little sister is so adorable!

"A long-awaited reunion is all about hugs... Okay, Komachi should get some points."

"Do you think this is Heathrow Airport (Note 82: London's largest international airport and one of the world's busiest airports)...?"

Foreigners seem to enjoy hugging and cuddling at the airport.

I pulled the little devil off me, and she let out another "ooh." What a little devil.

Today is Saturday, and students don't have to go to school, but for some reason, Komachi is wearing her uniform. Speaking of which, why do girls like wearing uniforms so much? Looking around, all the female students in other schools are dressed in uniforms. Well, I think I have one reason—it saves them the trouble of choosing which outfit to wear.

Komachi began to straighten the collar of her sailor uniform, which had been disheveled when she pounced on her; the sight was strangely unusual.

...Oh, I see. Most visitors come with friends or family, but Komachi came alone, which gives it a peculiar feel.

"Did you come alone?"

"Yes, because Komachi is only here to see her brother, and saying that will give her an advantage."

When Komachi saw me looking at her with a cold gaze, she coughed deliberately.

"Just kidding. Actually, because it's such a stressful time before entrance exams, Komachi doesn't think it's a good idea to invite friends over."

Oh right, this little devil is also a bit of a fool, so I often accidentally forget that she is, after all, a student, and her first choice is Soubu High School.

Seeing the anniversary celebration of her dream school in person might indeed be a positive stimulus for her, but it would also increase the pressure. She probably came here specifically for that purpose.

Komachi seemed to have entered a grand garden, looking around curiously.

"Where are Yui-neechan and Yukino-neechan?"

"Yuigahama is probably in my class, but I don't know about Yukinoshita."

"Then why doesn't your brother stay in the classroom? Is there nowhere else for him?"

Her tone was light, yet her words were so hurtful. How rude of me! If you ask where I have a place to stay, of course I do—the desks and chairs in the classroom are my territory. But apart from that, I have nowhere else to stay, so during the school anniversary celebration when the desks and chairs were requisitioned, I became a complete vagrant. Call me a wanderer.

"...A proud, solitary soul wandering from place to place has no need to rely on anything."

Wow, so cool!

Why is there absolutely no emotion in your tone?

"So, what is my brother doing?"

"Work……"

Komachi blinked two or three times after hearing my answer.

"So, what is my brother doing?"

"Didn't you say I was at work?"

Why ask the same question twice? Do you want me to write "Listen carefully when others are speaking" in the comments section of your semester report?

"So, what is my brother doing?"