"If you are so worried, why did you invite me to come along?"
Shikime Natsu did not avoid her gaze; instead, he leaned in slightly, lowering his voice just as she had, a playful smile hovering at the corners of his mouth.
"That is, of course, because I want to deepen my relationship with Natsu. Natsu didn't tell Mei-chan that I'm actually not suited for wearing these cute clothes, right? If you did, I would be very sad."
Kushida Kikyou answered as a matter of course, the fingers gripping the hem of his clothes swaying gently, as if acting coquettishly. Good heavens, her acting skills were simply Oscar-level.
What this guy actually wanted to ask was, "Did you reveal what happened that night to Mei-Yu Wang?"
Now, Kushida Kikyou was actually using a straw man argument, borrowing the innocuous topic of "not being suited for cute clothes" right here in the clothing store to convey her warnings and probe him. She had become somewhat clever.
Of course, if Shikime Natsu couldn't understand her, Kushida Kikyou's little scheme would be in vain. Fortunately, Shikime Natsu was a fairly smart guy. Hmm, seventh in the entrance exam, and next, he intended to fiercely charge for first place.
"Of course not. Kikyou is very suited for these cute clothes."
Shikime Natsu gave a shallow laugh, unsure if Kushida Kikyou knew whether he understood or not.
"Is that so? Hearing Natsu say that makes me breathe a sigh of relief. I was really nervous. Does Natsu ever feel that the clothes he wears sometimes don't look good? As for me, I often worry that I don't look good in what I wear."
Kushida Kikyou released the hem of Shikime Natsu's clothes, maintaining a rather sweet smile on her face while occasionally revealing a few expressions of cute melancholy.
Is she trying to fish out my weaknesses now? Interesting woman.
Shikime Natsu didn't care how Kushida Kikyou imagined it; he simply directed a grand play in his own mind. A genius of imagination.
On the surface, she was talking about anxiety over her outfit, but in reality, she was saying she constantly worried about her dark side being exposed to the public view, and she was using this to find out if Shikime Natsu had anything he feared.
If there weren't other shop assistants organizing shelves nearby in the women's clothing store at this moment, Kushida Kikyou probably wouldn't be playing this Riddler game.
It was just a pity. Whether it was anxiety about dressing up or fear of something else, Shikime Natsu had absolutely none of it.
"Of course not, because I am confident that I look good in whatever I wear. I am simply a natural clothes hanger."
Shikime Natsu revealed a narcissistic smile filled with absolute confidence.
What a creep!
"Hmm, Natsu is indeed a natural clothes hanger. It really makes one envious. Unlike me—once I gain a little weight, I can't even fit into some clothes."
Kushida Kikyou's hand inadvertently rested on her own chest, and she straightened her posture slightly, a bitter smile hanging on her face.
Shikime Natsu's gaze followed Kushida Kikyou's movement and landed on her chest. Hmm, just like that day, it really could serve as a stand for a hand; it wouldn't fall off even if placed there.
"Don't worry, I think Kikyou looks very good in anything~"
"Really? I am very happy to hear you say that, Natsu."
Kushida Kikyou looked very happy, but whether she was truly happy or fake happy was another matter entirely.
Just then, the curtain of the fitting room was pulled open with a swish.
Mei-Yu Wang stood there somewhat uneasily, clutching the clothes she had changed out of. She had changed into that pale blue knitted cardigan and white cotton skirt. The simple and gentle style perfectly brought out her own quiet and introverted temperament, making her look like a blue bellflower waiting to bloom—fresh and inspiring pity.
However, she was clearly extremely unconfident in her new appearance. With her head lowered, her hands nervously gripping the hem of her clothes, she asked in a small voice:
"H-How... How is it? Is it... too strange?"
Those purple eyes inadvertently met Shikime Natsu's, and then shifted away in a panic.
[Ding~]
[CG 29: Trying on Clothes (Mei-Yu Wang)]
[I... If I wear these kinds of cute clothes, will it be too strange?]
"It suits you very well~ Mei-chan is really super cute in this!"
Kushida Kikyou was the first to give her approval.
"That's right, it really suits Wang-san. It's quite cute; even my heart skipped a beat."
Shikime Natsu looked Mei-Yu Wang up and down. Her petite figure, combined with that cute appearance, matched the outfit quite well indeed.
"Eh—!? T-That's too much of an exaggeration! Shikime-san, you... you're exaggerating too much..."
Mei-Yu Wang's head went boom, as if steam were rising from the top of her head. Her small face instantly turned as red as a ripe apple, and she waved her hands frantically.
Of course, although she denied it verbally, those sparkling eyes were full of irrepressible joy and excitement, and the corners of her mouth couldn't help but curve upward slightly.
Being told this by such a handsome boy, Mei-Yu Wang also felt that these clothes suited her quite well.
"Does Mei-chan want to try changing into other clothes? I feel they would all suit you very well~"
Kushida Kikyou suggested, glancing at Shikime Natsu. This guy really knew how to smooth-talk. Mei-Yu Wang was clearly falling victim to it deeply. Does having a good character model really make one this capable in a fight?
"No need, no need, just this one set is enough."
Mei-Yu Wang waved her hands repeatedly, looking down at the clothes she was wearing with a smile hovering on her lips. She liked this outfit very much.
It is said that girls take quite a long time shopping, but Shikime Natsu accompanied the two of them to finish buying clothes in just a few minutes overall. They had each just tried on one outfit and bought it. It was clearly very simple.
"Alright! Both mine and Mei-chan's clothes are bought, so let's go buy clothes for Natsu!"
Kushida Kikyou clapped her hands and cast her gaze toward Shikime Natsu.
"Mhm!"
Mei-Yu Wang nodded, her purple eyes also filled with anticipation. If it was Shikime Natsu, he would definitely look good in any clothes, but... thinking that she could help Shikime Natsu choose good-looking clothes, Mei-Yu Wang couldn't help but hum softly, her mood quite delightful.
Just as Mei-Yu Wang finished paying the bill and the three of them walked out of the clothing store, they ran head-on into four people.
The Ayanokouji Kiyotaka trio, plus Sudou Ken.
Shikime Natsu still remembered that on the first day of school, Sudou Ken had kicked over a trash can; he was a guy with a very violent temper.
As for Yamauchi Haruki... he wasn't even worth mentioning.
Looking at Ayanokouji Kiyotaka's expressionless face, he hadn't expected that he actually got along so well with Yamauchi Haruki and the others.
Yamauchi Haruki's eyes quickly landed on Kushida Kikyou and Mei-Yu Wang beside Shikime Natsu. Both were beautiful girls from Class D. Especially Kushida Kikyou, who was the Little Angel of Class D. Yet, the Little Angel of his own class was actually chatting so happily with Shikime Natsu?
Moreover, Kushida Kikyou and Mei-Yu Wang were standing on either side of Shikime Natsu, holding bags containing clothes. Anyone with eyes could see that Shikime Natsu had accompanied the two beautiful girls to buy clothes.
He didn't even get that kind of treatment himself! Why didn't they seek him out?
Yamauchi Haruki's heart was filled with jealousy and anger at this moment.
Why! On what basis could this guy go shopping with two such cute girls at the same time! And make them smile so happily!
Anger and jealousy rushed to his head. Without even thinking, Yamauchi Haruki charged forward with a stride, pointed his finger at Shikime Natsu, and shouted loudly at the two young girls beside him:
"Kushida! Wang! Don't be fooled by this pretty boy!"
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