Why did it come to this... Furuhashi Fumino retreated from her father's room, leaning against the wall and clutching her wildly beating heart.
Just now, she had told her father, Furuhashi Reishi, that she would be staying at a classmate's house for two days.
Furuhashi Fumino didn't mention that she was staying at a boy's house. Instead, she claimed it was Ogata Rizu's place and had asked Ogata to cover for her. It seemed foolproof.
To her surprise, her father agreed after only casually asking a couple of questions like "Where are you going," "What are you doing," and "How long will you be back."
Alright, it's not surprising at all. After all, her father had never paid much attention to her, whether it was her studies or her love life.
Furuhashi Fumino's eyes dimmed slightly. She then checked her phone. It was a message from Ogata Rizu. Furuhashi Fumino looked at it and breathed a sigh of relief.
Ogata Rizu's side was also fine. Furuhashi had told Rizu-chan that she absolutely couldn't say she was staying at a boy's house, but rather that Furuhashi was staying at her place. Rizu-chan thought for a moment and agreed. Therefore, although Rizu's father was very worried about his daughter leaving his side, when Ogata said it was for study and exam results, Rizu's father finally relented.
Thus, all external problems were solved. All that was left was to wait for tomorrow.
"..." Furuhashi Fumino silently covered her face, her body trembling slightly.
However, the biggest problem hadn't been solved yet... her own purity.
It went this smoothly? That's too abnormal! Why was it so easy to lie to her family and move into a boy's house? Was this the so-called "Hard to learn virtue, easy to learn vice"?
Calm down, Furuhashi. You are doing this for your grades and your astronomy dream. It's definitely not shameful! Keep a clear mind, keep a clear mind. Don't feel guilty. You're a good girl.
Furuhashi Fumino talked to herself internally for a long time, then went back to her room to pack.
In another part of the city, at a shop called Ogata Udon, the science girl was also quietly packing.
"Staying at a friend's house... this is the first time." Her expressionless, cute face held a faint smile. "I'm really looking forward to it..."
The Evasion of Danger
The next day after school, the three of them studied in the library as usual.
"This is," Hayakawa Haku sent his home address to both of them via Line. "My home address. Just come straight over later. I've already prepared your rooms."
"So this is Hayakawa-kun's address?" Ogata Rizu looked at the address and said with some surprise, "It's quite close to my family's shop."
"Is that so?" Hayakawa was surprised. "Where's your shop?"
Ogata Rizu: "12 Yasaka Street."
"It really isn't far," Hayakawa was surprised. "It looks like it's only three or four blocks away."
"Right?" Ogata Rizu lifted her small face. "If you're hungry, you can come to my place for Udon. I'll treat you, Hayakawa-kun."
Hayakawa nodded. "I'll go if I get the chance."
Furuhashi Fumino on the side: "..." Wait a minute! You two just casually glossed over that? That's definitely bad!
Their homes are so close! What if Ogata's dad accidentally sees us? Something big is going to happen!
Furuhashi Fumino was panicking, but seeing Hayakawa and Ogata acting completely unconcerned, she felt helpless. Forget it. If the two main people don't care, why am I getting worked up? And I'm in danger myself! I need to figure out how to save myself first!
Furuhashi Fumino pressed her rosy lips together, her eyes under her willow brows full of vigilance. She crossed her arms in a defensive posture.
Undoubtedly, in this "co-habitation crisis," she was the one in the most danger. Hayakawa-kun, with his forceful personality, could turn into a wolf and pounce at any moment.
So, no matter what, I must protect my body. Furuhashi Fumino subtly gritted her teeth, having made up her mind.
"Hayakawa-kun," With this thought, Furuhashi Fumino couldn't help but confirm with Hayakawa again. "Are there really extra bedrooms?"
This was of paramount importance. What if they got there and found there was only one room? Her innocence would be ruined!
"Yes, there are," Hayakawa Haku was surprised and said as a matter of course, "My house has basic guest rooms."
"..." Furuhashi Fumino quietly studied Hayakawa's eyes. Only after seeing no sign of evasion or deceit did she nod gently. "That's good."
This is at least a little reassuring. As long as I'm extremely careful, there shouldn't be any problems. Furuhashi Fumino encouraged her anxious heart internally. Probably...
The Tools of Self-Defense
Change of clothes, OK.
Toiletries, OK.
Feminine supplies, OK.
Face masks, skincare products, and makeup kit, OK.
Fully prepared.
Furuhashi Fumino gave her suitcase a final check. After confirming everything, her gaze fell upon a corner of the suitcase, where a small bottle of pepper spray lay.
If I really get attacked... Furuhashi Fumino blushed slightly, adopting an extremely fierce expression. Then I'll use this thing to spray the villain right in the eyes!
And this handcuff, and this stun gun, and this...
All of them will be used on the hentai, lewd bastard.
Furuhashi Fumino, with vacant eyes, hid a large collection of terrifying items deep inside her suitcase. The already full suitcase instantly became even more overburdened.
It's not that I don't trust Hayakawa-kun's character, but since I'm staying at a boy's house, a little preparation is necessary. This is a special privilege, a girl's privilege.
Furuhashi Fumino closed the suitcase, her face slightly flushed as she tried to soothe the surge of guilt in her heart.
Preparation complete. Time to set off for the Dem... Hayakawa's house!
Study First, Fun Later
When Furuhashi Fumino arrived at Hayakawa's house, Ogata Rizu had already moved in, and her room was even unpacked. Since Ogata Rizu lived closer and Hayakawa helped her tidy up, she was done quickly.
"Hayakawa-kun." Hayakawa was busy placing Ogata's suitcase in a corner when Ogata Rizu suddenly called him. He turned around and asked, "What is it?"
"I brought Ludo (Parcheesi) with me," Ogata Rizu held up a box of game pieces, her eyes full of anticipation. "When Fumino arrives later, let's all play together."
Hayakawa Haku: "..."
After a brief silence, Hayakawa's eyes gradually became vacant. Playing ruins ambition, playing ruins ambition, playing ruins ambition, playing ruins ambition...
Don't go too far. I only reluctantly played a couple of rounds with you before because it was for work-life balance and your strong request. I have zero interest in this thing, or rather, I really hate it.
Looking at the science loli who was clutching the Ludo game with an expectant expression, Hayakawa Haku couldn't help but frown slightly. He felt it was necessary to give Ogata a firm reminder.
"Ogata," Hayakawa Haku coughed lightly and said seriously, "Don't forget what you came here for. Are you here to play? You're here to study. You just moved in and you're already thinking about playing Ludo. With that kind of mindset, do you think it's possible to pass in two weeks?"
Hearing this, Ogata Rizu's anticipation vanished. She quietly lowered her head and apologized softly with a crestfallen look. "I'm sorry... I understand. I will work hard to study."
"Hmm..." Hayakawa Haku looked at Ogata Rizu's disappointed face, hesitated for a moment, and reached out to ruffle her small head. He said, "After you complete your daily study assignment, you can play a little. After all, it's about work-life balance. Work-life balance is the truth."
Hayakawa Haku nodded to himself, having failed to convince Ogata but successfully convincing himself.