My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong As Expected

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"No need, no need. We've already put a lot of pressure on you because of our work. It's okay to let your brother do it occasionally."

No, no, no, you're wrong. Of course I'm willing to do housework, but when I think about "doing housework," I've already done it (Note 18 is adapted from a line in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part 5, "Golden Wind." The original line is "When we think about 'killing,' we've already killed the other person."). (By Komachi)

Having a capable younger sister is a good thing, but it's also very hard work—that's how I was going to defend myself, but my mother didn't care about my reaction at all and took out her wallet from her bag.

"Oh, I forgot to withdraw money today, I'll give it to you next time."

"oh--"

After I gave a brief reply, my mother yawned and said, "Then I'll leave it to you," before walking out of the living room, rubbing her shoulder joint.

Komachi watched her weary figure and muttered:

"Why bother with Komachi's affairs..."

"Don't say that, that's just how parents feel. Don't overthink it, just keep going and do your best."

She frowned slightly after hearing what I said, then brushed it off with a wry smile.

"Hmm...that's a bit..."

"Oh, sorry. Because I couldn't think of any other way to say it."

I reflexively blurted out "Good luck!" As someone preparing for exams, I'm sure I've heard that phrase countless times. Besides, my silly little sister is working really hard too.

It's really inappropriate to say "keep it up" to someone who's already worked very hard. And for someone like me who doesn't work that hard, it might just make her angry.

I pondered, thinking about how to encourage Komachi. Komachi then smiled and said:

"Brother, you can say 'I love you' at times like this."

"Yes, that's right. I love you, Komachi."

"Even though Komachi doesn't love her brother, thank you anyway!"

"That's so unfair..."

Tears welled up in my eyes instantly. My brother said those words with all his heart! I even made the brake lights flash three times (Note 19 is from the lyrics of "Future Vision II" in "Dreams Come True": "After you see me off, you watch me walk past the turn, and you always flash the brake lights three times. This is the code for 'I love you'"). Did you know that?!

After laughing happily, Komachi got up and went back to her room to study.

"Okay, my mood has almost changed."

"Very good, very good..."

"Brother should also change his mood. If you feel like you can't breathe, you can do something else to relax."

"That's... well, indeed."

What I originally wanted to say was, "That's just an excuse to avoid things."

However, the thought that someone else might be like that, unwilling to face me directly, makes it impossible for me to say this with conviction.

Volume 9, Chapter 3: Hachiman Hikigaya Asks Himself, After Many Changes

After school, I stayed in the classroom and let out a big sigh.

Today I also have to go to the Civic Center to help Issak and other schools organize Christmas activities.

I don't reject the idea itself.

Although we weren't particularly motivated to participate, most of the work was currently handled by the Seaside Comprehensive High School, so we only needed to take care of the tasks assigned to us. The group was brainstorming and having a lively discussion, looking very energetic—needless to say, everyone present was an "elite."

What really concerns me is our school's student council. Based on my observations yesterday, they don't seem to be able to cooperate effectively yet.

The main reason lies in the distance between Yise and other cadres.

Having a first-year student as president is an unexpected and tricky issue. Although we are only one year apart, that one year in high school represents a whole academic year's difference. Mutual concerns between students of different grades can create communication barriers.

This is an internal issue for their student council, and it would be best if it could be resolved. Personally, I have no say in it. After all, I can't do anything about a club with only three people.

Moreover, they don't have any major problems at the moment; they just need to get through Christmas.

This group of student council members has only been in office for a short time, and they will eventually learn to give up—or rather, they will eventually adapt.

Thinking about this, I sighed again.

I spent the short time in the office before the meeting started.

Since he's been helping Isshiki without Yukinoshita and Yuigahama's knowledge, he still needs to show his face at the club office. Otherwise, disappearing without a word will only arouse their suspicion.

The office was already empty; it was best not to bring anything in.

First, I'll make an appearance at the club office, then go work in some mysterious place... There's not much to do here at the Service Club; being on standby is part of the activity itself. It might be more arduous than I imagined.

Without realizing it, I've activated the Reality Marble I learned earlier, "Unlimited DoubleWorks." I have a feeling I'm about to embark on a strange double life...

I took my last breath and mustered my strength to get up from my seat.

Yuihama is no longer in the classroom. I can't possibly go to the clubroom with her every day; we probably both assume the other will definitely go. That was true before, and it will be true now.

I left the classroom and walked down the corridor toward the special building.

The weather is getting colder, that much is certain. But knowing this for only a day or two, one can't possibly feel such a drastic change.

For example, the corridor I'm in right now is about as cold as it was yesterday.

In ordinary days, we can hardly perceive when the coolness of late autumn turns into the bitter cold of winter.

Therefore, the office at the other end of the corridor felt a little colder than yesterday. However, we couldn't detect such a subtle change.

I opened the door and went inside.

"Ah, an autistic man."

"Um."

I gave a brief greeting to Yuihama and Yukinoshita, took my seat, and casually looked around.

Yukinoshita continued reading her paperback, while Yuihama stared at her phone screen. Everyone seemed the same as yesterday.

One person sits on the side by the window, another sits in a seat that is neither too close nor too far away, and yet another sits diagonally opposite the window seats, facing a different direction.

The other chairs were piled together with the unused tables.

A thin layer of dust covered the desktop, and the books we had finished reading were piled up like a small mountain, all of which reminded us of the passage of time.

Yui spoke to Yukinoshita, their interaction as usual. Listening to their rambling conversation, I took out my paperback notebook.

For so many days, we have been repeating this routine.

I can't find anything unnatural or that could be considered a change.

If I had to say something, it would be that I've been looking at the clock more often.

I kept my upper body still, only glancing up furtively with my eyes to avoid letting the other two notice that I was keeping track of the time.

After what felt like the umpteenth time I peeked at the clock, the unusually slow minute hand finally reached the position I had been waiting for.

Yui and Yukinoshita started a new conversation; one of them was talking animatedly, while the other smiled quietly. I looked at them and slowly exhaled.

"...Oh, right, I'd like to go home early today."

I gently closed the paperback, and Yukinoshita, interrupting her conversation with Yuihama, turned to look at me.

"what?"

Yui looked out the window at the sky. There was still some time before evening, so it wasn't time to disband yet.

She seemed to sense something was amiss and asked with a puzzled expression:

"Why are you going home so early today?"

"...Yes, my family wants me to order a bucket of fried chicken."

My mind works fast, and I immediately came up with a reason. In fact, that's exactly what I was thinking; on my way home today, I decided to stop by KFC.

Yui listened and nodded in understanding.

"Oh, I see."

"Yeah, we'll definitely have it for Christmas this year. I heard the fried chicken bucket is really popular, so it's best to order it early. Last year, Komachi was in charge of it."

"That's true, Komachi's high school entrance exams are coming up soon."

Yukinoshita also accepts this view.

"Yes, so I'll be going now."

"See you tomorrow."

After I stood up, Yuihama said goodbye, and Yukinoshita also said, "Give my regards to Komachi." I waved slightly to indicate that I understood, and then left the clubroom. A little while later, Yuihama, who was still inside, started talking about Komachi's exams.

The corridor was silent, so even through the door, I could faintly hear conversations coming from inside the office. With mixed feelings, I left this place.

× × ×

As soon as I left the school building, I went to the Civic Center.

After parking my bicycle, I walked a few steps and put my not-so-heavy backpack back on.

As I was about to enter through the main gate, I heard the sound of someone running behind me.

"Senior"

A small impact accompanied by a sound came from behind, and I knew who it was without even thinking. There was only one person in the whole school who would call me "senpai," and besides my sister Komachi, only Iroha Isshiki would pounce on me like this.

"Um."

Looking back, I saw it was indeed Isshiki Iroha. She puffed out her cheeks unhappily and gave me a slight glare.

"The reaction is too lukewarm..."

"Who taught you to act so cute..."

Besides, Komachi had already trained me to be used to this kind of situation...

"Ugh~ I was being really serious!"

Isshiki covered her cheek with one hand, blushing. "Enough, enough, you don't need to act cute for me..." I glanced at the bag in her hand; she had indeed bought quite a few snacks and drinks today.

I silently reached out my hand, gesturing for her to bring the bag over.

She saw my hand, was surprised at first, then chuckled softly, handed me the bag, and joked:

"Senior, I think you're doing this on purpose..."

"Ugh~ I was being really serious~"

My "good brother" skill has activated automatically again, unintentionally! Oh, Hachiman! If I really had ulterior motives, I'd be so embarrassed my palms would be sweating. Ah, thinking about it, my palms are indeed starting to sweat.

We walked and talked as we entered the same lecture room from yesterday, where student council members from both schools were already present.

"Hi, Iroha."

"You've worked hard~"

Tamaki, the student council president of the seaside comprehensive high school, raised his hand to greet Isshiki. Isshiki returned the greeting and sat down in the seat he had been sitting in yesterday. I followed closely behind.

We seem to be the last to arrive today. Everyone gradually took their seats and looked at the jade rope together.

"Alright, let's begin the meeting. Please feel free to offer your guidance."

With Yu Sheng issuing the order, the meeting officially began.

He first used his MacBook Air to check the meeting minutes we had compiled yesterday, typing away on the keyboard. Then, probably because his eyes were tired, he pinched his brow.

"Hmm... there's still a small part that hasn't been finalized, so let's continue yesterday's brainstorming."

Wait a minute, it's not just a small part! Didn't we discuss anything at all in yesterday's meeting? As a result, we had to write the minutes in a very vague way, like an abstract work of art in written form.

I hope in my heart that I can write a decent record of the proceedings today and listen attentively to everyone's remarks.

First, the Seaside Comprehensive High School will speak.

"This is a rare opportunity, why don't we make the event bigger?"

"That's right! The bigger the event, the better!"

The voice sounded familiar. I looked over and saw Zhe Ben leaning forward, clearly in agreement. Yu Sheng also looked thoughtful, staring at the MacBook Air in front of him.

"...Indeed, based on the current results, it is a bit small."

What did you say? The results have already been summarized? I looked down at the minutes and only saw things like "using strategic thinking for logical thinking".

Could they have reached some conclusion without my knowledge? I asked Isshiki anxiously.

"Hey, I have absolutely no idea what to do..."