Chapter 148: She Wanted to Have a Little Drink to Set the Mood!
"Looks like it's about to rain."
The June weather was fickle. When they had left the house, the sky was clear and blue, but by the time Ryohei Tanaka pulled into the parking garage of The Prince Park Tower Tokyo, the sky was already blanketed with dark clouds. Fortunately, they had no outdoor activities planned, so it didn't affect them.
"The weather forecast did say there would be light rain today," Yurine said with a soft laugh as she unbuckled her seatbelt. Her fingertips were on the door handle, just about to open it, when a soft tap sounded by her ear. A single, transparent raindrop had hit the car window, bursting into a star-like pattern and leaving a crystalline mark.
"It's raining!" Yurine's reddish-brown eyes widened slightly, her voice tinged with surprise.
"Yeah, it really is..." Ryohei noticed the droplets on the windshield. "Let's hurry inside."
"Mhm."
They got out, opened the back doors to grab their bags, and then rushed toward the hotel. At the front desk, they showed their reservation, completed the check-in process, and smoothly received their room key. A moment later, they were taking the elevator up to their Tower View Room.
As she took in the room, Yurine couldn't help but hold her breath.
It was huge.
The overall style was modern, with a米 white color scheme accented by dark wood, creating a sense of luxury. The wall facing the city was a panoramic, floor-to-ceiling window, offering an incredibly expansive view. The famous Tokyo Tower stood just to the right, in full, glorious view.
"...This room is so luxurious! And the view is amazing!" Yurine murmured, having unconsciously drifted over to the window.
In a room like this, the view was the first thing to capture your attention. Ryohei also walked over to the window. He rested his left hand casually on his hip and gazed out. The city of Tokyo, shrouded in a light rain, had a unique charm.
Hearing Yurine's words, he turned to her and said with a smile, "The bathroom has a view of the Tokyo Tower too."
"Eh? Really?"
Yurine was surprised. She hadn't watched him book the room, only knowing that he had reserved a Tower View Room at this hotel. She wasn't aware of the specific details. Hearing that even the bathroom had a view, she curiously went to take a look. And sure enough, through the large window, she could see the Tokyo Tower.
For some reason, a faint pink blush crept onto her cheeks.
"I'm a little sleepy." Ryohei, who had followed her into the bathroom, wrapped his arms around her from behind, resting his cheek against hers. "Yurine, how about we take a nap first, and then go shopping later?" he asked lazily.
As he spoke, he suddenly noticed that her cheek felt a bit warm. He glanced at her, puzzled, and saw that she was blushing.
"Mhm, okay. I'm a little sleepy too," Yurine said, turning her face away in embarrassment. She had also woken up early this morning, and the car ride had made her drowsy.
"Ehh—!" As if he'd discovered something amusing, Ryohei deliberately drew out his tone. He placed a hand over her heart and teased softly in her ear, "What were you just thinking about? Why are you blushing? I'm very curious."
"You're too curious!"
Yurine's breath hitched. She bit her lip and gave him a light jab with her elbow.
"Haha—!" Ryohei let out a happy laugh. He bent his knees slightly, wrapping one arm around her slender back and the other under her knees, and lifted her into a princess carry.
Yurine let out a small gasp and instinctively grabbed onto his shirt, her heart rate picking up. She then closed her eyes and wrapped her arms around his neck.
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When they woke up, it was already past two in the afternoon. A light rain was still falling outside. After freshening up, they shared an umbrella and walked to the parking garage. The hotel was located within Shiba Park, an area full of lush greenery. On a sunny day, it would have been perfect for a walk, but unfortunately, the rain continued.
They drove to a nearby department store, and the rest of the afternoon was spent shopping. Yurine was the main force, with Ryohei happily accompanying her. He was especially pleased when he encouraged her to buy pantyhose, garter stockings, and lace gloves, a grin spreading across his face that he couldn't suppress.
Yurine was just as excited. She and Ryohei were in love, and she wanted to look her best for him. She couldn't wait to see his reaction, to see him go crazy for her. Deep down, Yurine had a wild side.
...
Time flew by, and soon it was past five o'clock.
"Yurine, let's go back and get something to eat," Ryohei said, his hands full of shopping bags, looking at Yurine, who was similarly laden.
"Mhm, we bought a lot today," Yurine said, glancing at their haul with a brilliant smile. She looked around and then headed for the elevator.
"Yeah, we even bought a bunch of stuff for the house..." Ryohei followed, nodding. They had gotten matching couple's mugs, rice bowls, and even some bath bombs.
...
Chatting all the way, they arrived back at the parking garage. The rain had stopped at some point, and the damp air was filled with the fresh scent of earth. In the western sky, a seven-colored rainbow stretched across the horizon. The last rays of the setting sun gilded its edges, making the already vibrant colors even more dazzling.
"There's a rainbow!" Yurine's voice was filled with delight. When you're in a good mood, everything seems brighter, and beautiful things become even more so.
"Yeah, that's a rare sight," Ryohei said, following her gaze to nature's post-rain gift.
They found their car, opened the doors, and put their bags in the back seat before driving back to the hotel. After dropping off some of their shopping bags in the room, they took the elevator to the 33rd floor.
"There's a French restaurant up here, and a sky lounge that serves drinks and snacks... Which one do you want?" Ryohei asked as they stepped out of the elevator.
"Let's go to the lounge!" Yurine said after a moment's thought.
At a time like this, she wanted to have a little drink to set the mood.
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