A Beautiful Girl Confessed Her Love to Me as a Punishment Game, but After We Started Dating, She Started Getting More and More Obsessive - Chapter 15

Chapter 15

There was a large building located about a 25-minute walk from our school. On its sign, it read “KIRYU Tourist Hotel.”

“K-KIRYU? Is this, by any chance, your family’s…?”

“My uncle runs it.”

“By the way, what about your dad?”

“My dad is a lawyer.”

“I see. You’re really a young lady, huh.”

“That’s not true. I get to do a lot of things freely. Well, I guess we’re somewhat wealthy, though.”

Kiryu-san said this casually and then walked into the building normally.

I thought her nonchalant attitude was like someone who had grown up with wealth and refinement.

I had never heard Kiryu-san talk about her parents’ professions or that her relatives ran such a big hotel before. If I were in her position, I’d be bragging about eating delicious cakes every day or being able to take unlimited hot baths.

When Kiryu-san entered, a hotel staff member rushed over to greet her. She waved them off with a hand. The staff member bowed elegantly in response.

She really is a young lady.

Standing in front of a scene that felt like something out of a story, my nervousness was overshadowed by excitement.

I jogged to catch up to Kiryu-san, then stood proudly next to her.

In the hotel lobby, a beautiful chandelier hung down. It kind of felt like a small castle.

I was full of anxiety, wondering if I was dressed appropriately and if I was even allowed to walk next to Kiryu-san. Still, I was told that showing my unease would be awkward, so the thought of being able to experience eating cake with the most beautiful person in class at such a beautiful place made my steps lighter.

“Is the cake shop inside the hotel?”

I asked, catching up to Kiryu-san with a hint of excitement.

Kiryu-san gave a small, amused smile.

“Yes, but before that, please join me for my routine.”

“Routine?”

“Yes.”

With that, she walked briskly toward the elevator.

…Was I getting a little too excited? I felt a bit embarrassed by the difference in our attitudes, so I walked just slightly behind Kiryu-san.

Next to the elevator button, there was a simple floor guide showing the different areas. It seemed that there were hot springs, outdoor baths, a spa, an esthetic center, a pool, and facilities for light sports. There were also restaurants, a buffet, and cafes available.

Though it said “hotel,” it felt more like a large, all-encompassing relaxation facility.

I knew that people visiting Kagoshima from other prefectures usually came to enjoy the nature and hot springs, so I had an idea of what kind of facilities were common here.

Still, this was my first time coming here.

When the elevator arrived, Kiryu-san pressed the button for the second floor without hesitation.

I hoped that after the cake, I could also take a bath.

As I thought about that, the elevator doors opened.

On the second floor were a pool and sports facilities. Wait, were we going to swim before eating? A swimsuit event? Normally, these things happen after some events in light novels, usually around the second volume or so…

Had I been too influenced by this unreal space? I thought about such ridiculous things, but I was led not to the pool, but to a gym filled with intimidating workout equipment.

The sound of a heavy barbell dropping echoed as a muscular man walked toward us.

He was shorter than me by about half a face, but his shoulders were twice as wide as mine, and his thick, tanned thighs, exposed through boxer-style spandex, looked like tree trunks.

His hair was sports-style, and his teeth were surprisingly white.

He was smiling, but something about it was frightening. My heart shrank instantly.

“Kirino-chan! You came today too?”

“Yes. It’s much more effective to use equipment, and I’m grateful to be able to use it for free.”

“I’m happy too, since my niece is into weight training now… Kirisige stopped coming right away.”

“My dad’s busy, but since he mostly does desk work, I’ll bring him next time.”

“Oh, do bring him! By the way, is this guy your boyfriend?”

“Well, something like that.”

When Kiryu-san replied, the man turned and flashed a big smile.

The pressure was overwhelming. He stared right at me. It was awkward, but looking away felt even scarier. It felt like facing a bear.

“Ah, um, I’m Numata Karasu. I’m in the same class as Kiryu… Kirino-san.”

“I see, I see. Nice to meet you! I’m Kiryu Kiriatsu, Kiryu-chan’s uncle.”

“Ah, yes. You’re also the owner of this hotel, right?”

“Yes! Though, this hotel is kind of a hobby for me!”

Well, seeing his huge body, it was obvious that weight training was his hobby.

I wondered if I’d get to use the pool and hot springs. That would be nice.

Running such big facilities would require huge amounts of money for construction, management, and upkeep.

If he wasn’t aiming for privacy, he might as well open it up to customers and make some profit.

Hmm, he really felt like a genuine wealthy person. I had a hunch that he probably owned other major businesses aside from this hotel.

“Since you’re here, how about trying some equipment?”

“Eh?”

“Since you’re Kirino-chan’s acquaintance, of course, there’s no charge! I’ll teach you how to use it and support you!”

“Eh, but…”

“You’re so thin for a boy! It’s best to build muscles when you’re young! Especially when you’re in high school, that’s when muscles grow the most!”

“Eh, ah, yes…”

“Alright, it’s settled then!”

…I nodded under the pressure.