—Do you want to play a game?
Natsukawa Kanade shook the controller in his hand and asked Shiina Mahiru.
After dinner, he naturally thought about how to spend the happy weekend.
He hadn't played for a long time because he had to learn various things, but he returned to gaming when he had a free moment a few days ago. This time, he didn't just buy the latest console, but also some two-player games, like *Overcooked*.
He had heard that this game tests the tacit understanding between friends. The second generation had already been released. Originally, he wanted to invite Hachiman, Shirogane, and others to play, but he didn't expect Shiina to arrive first.
—What is it?
Shiina leaned over and knelt on the mat.
—It's a game for two. I think it consists of cooking together and selling food to earn money.
Kanade stepped aside to make room for her.
—As long as you meet the requirements, you can pass the level. Do you want to try?
—Yes.
Shiina took the controller and nodded slightly.
Cooking together and earning money felt as if they were forming a family and opening a private restaurant. She didn't dislike that future. In her opinion, as long as she was with Kanade, she would be happy doing anything...
…
—Why did the food burn? It's been so long!
Shiina puffed out her cheeks, staring at the screen with a slightly annoyed air.
—And these customers are very demanding, aren't they? They pay so little for delicious dishes! Don't come to my house for dinner anymore!
—It's just a game...
Kanade whispered to comfort her.
Although he had explained some rules, she was still playing terribly. However, he didn't dare say anything. After all, he wasn't an expert player himself. At most, he was only slightly better than her.
—If you don't like it, let's change the game.
Kanade took out another cartridge and showed it to Shiina.
—This is *It Takes Two*, also for two players. I've heard it has a very interesting story.
—Yes.
Shiina nodded, with a face that said "I'll do whatever you say."
However, not long after the cartridge was replaced and Shiina had just finished reading the prologue, she couldn't help but protest.
—This game is no longer fun. Change it quickly.
—But we haven't even started yet...
—It's just a hunch! I think it's pointless!
Shiina looked away, a bit emotional.
*What a silly game! At the beginning, they said they weren't in harmony and wanted to divorce... She would never divorce Kanade! She would love him forever!*
—Alright...
Kanade sighed. Now he was completely helpless.
These are the only two-player games he has been talking about lately. The others are all single-player. He didn't know what to do. He couldn't go running to buy one right now. Perhaps he could consider a digital version, but downloading takes time...
—Don't worry about me, play alone, I'll watch you from the side.
As if seeing Kanade's concern, Shiina took the initiative to suggest it.
Originally, she came to visit without saying hello; her purpose was simply to spend a quiet weekend with Kanade. It didn't matter what they did; the most important thing was being together.
—Okay then...
Kanade nodded, thinking that maybe girls really don't like to play games.
Although playing video games happily with a beautiful girlfriend is every boy's dream, it's impossible and you can't force it. The simple fact of being watched from the side is also satisfying.
So he took out another favorite cartridge and replaced it with a game called *Mad Max 2*.
As a Nintendo product, its exclusive games are the true meaning of its companion consoles. The *Zelda* series is fun, but only suitable for enjoying quietly and solo. Only multiplayer modes like *Pony: Rise of the Tomb Raider* are truly captivating.
It's perfect for showing off your skills in front of girls.
A battle royale requires too much skill, so Kanade might lose to others, but with a little luck, he would probably win. Then he could act cool in front of Shiina's admiration... one of the greatest dreams of boys would come true.
*Mad Max 2*, begin.
In the first match, Kanade was cautious and eliminated two enemies, but a reckless player snatched the championship. In the second match, he was relentless, but someone took a shortcut. The third match was even worse, as he lost to a lucky player simply because of the map he chose...
He couldn't play at all.
Not to mention those laggy games with a poor network connection, he didn't win a single game even in smooth ones; he lost them all.
He was so angry that he quit on the spot.
—Aren't you going to play anymore?
Shiina asked curiously. In fact, she found the game quite interesting.
—I don't want to play anymore.
Kanade shook his head. The more he played, the more embarrassed he felt. He could barely raise his head in front of Shiina.
When he's alone, he's a killer, but when there are girls around, he acts like an idiot... the world has ill will toward him.
He simply couldn't keep playing for fear that his blood pressure would rise again.
—Shiina, do you want to try? It doesn't matter if you don't know how, I'll teach you.
—Eh? I'll pass...
Shiina shook her head.
She was a little excited, but not because she could play, but because she could ask Kanade to teach her how to play.
*If he could teach me step by step... it would be better if I could sit in his arms... Ugh!*
No, no, I'll let it go.
In short, she was very shy. Fearing that Kanade would read her thoughts, she shook her head frantically and flatly refused.
—Okay then.
Kanade nodded.
If she doesn't play, there's nothing else to do. He couldn't drag Shiina to watch anime and see animations together, could he?
He really wanted to, but Shiina definitely wouldn't like it...
—How about... we go for a walk?
Kanade suggested.
Girls probably like to go shopping, and even the senior and Eriri are no exception. Shiina should also be happy.
—Let's go for a walk...
Shiina thought for a moment and nodded.
Her original plan was to stay home and play with Kanade all day, but going shopping was also nice; it felt like going out on a date with her boyfriend...
—I'll go change first! Don't come looking!
Shiina was red and looked a bit embarrassed.
Not only did she need to change her clothes, but also put on makeup and fix her hair. She couldn't be embarrassed in front of others.
—I'm not going to spy...
Kanade complained, thinking that Shiina was really strange. Sometimes she had a lot of confidence in him and could take a nap on his sofa, and sometimes she was very attentive, always worried that he would invade her territory.
Was the ability to transform into thirty-two different forms her specialty? That's really weird.
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