A Man Who Lost Confidence, to a Gentle Chastity-Reversed World

Chapter 36: Three Tickets Needed ☆

On Monday, Asagi-san, Yamamoto-san, and I face each other on the rooftop as usual.

Asagi-san greets me normally in the morning, so I don’t think she’s angry. But gathering as a trio, I’m scared she might say something.

“…Just so you know, Sato-kun, I’m absolutely not angry, okay?”

Was my expression that obvious? Asagi-san reassures me first.

“Maki too, but if something happened between you two, I want you to tell me. Keeping secrets would make me a bit sad. Anyway, I want us three to stay close forever… that’s what I want most.”

With that, she says the topic’s closed and starts unpacking her lunch. Yamamoto-san and I nod repeatedly, following her lead to eat. Afterward, Asagi-san acts completely normal, talking about studies and club activities.

I can’t claim to fully understand her intentions. Still, I want to believe she won’t betray me, and I want to be someone who can trust her.

“By the way, Sato-kun, your lunch is made by the housekeeper, right?”

Asagi-san peers at my lunch, asking. Her proximity as a beautiful girl startles me, but I nod affirmatively.

“What’s she like? Pretty, cute?”

Her suddenly serious eyes make me feel interrogated, as if she suspects a sexual relationship.

“W-Well… I think she’s pretty…”

“So… how old is she?”

“Maybe… in her 20s? I haven’t asked…”

Why am I being questioned by my girlfriend like this? It feels like I’m being accused of cheating.

Now that I think about it, Yukari-san did touch my cock before, so it’s not just a housekeeper relationship. But explaining that is hard, and I don’t know how to bring it up.

“Okay, thanks. I was just curious.”

Asagi-san smiles, returning to our relaxed chat. Unable to grasp her intent, I resume eating Yukari-san’s lunch.

After classes, I return home and pause before entering the living room, hearing voices in conversation.

“…want is… -kun… think…”

Mom’s voice comes in fragments, but I can’t hear the other person. Maybe she’s on the phone? I cautiously enter.

But Mom isn’t holding a phone. Across from her is Yukari-san in an apron. Meeting my eyes, she stammers, “Ah! Um, Shun-sama, I…”

Maybe they were discussing something they didn’t want me to hear.

“I-I’m back… um, should I not have come? I got curious about what you were talking about…”

I didn’t hear details, but I add that. Yukari-san’s tension eases slightly, while Mom shakes her head, answering gently.

“No, it’s fine. Just chatting with Yukari-san. My work ended in the morning, so I took the chance.”

Her answer reassures me, but what does Mom do for work? It doesn’t seem like a typical office job.

“Oh, and, Shun-kun, I have something to ask. About these tickets.”

Mom hands me two pieces of paper—free passes to an amusement park two cities over.

She says a friend gave her two tickets, and when she told Yuki, she said, “I want to go with Shun-nii!” But it’s a bit far, so they planned to drive, with Mom driving.

“So, I thought we’d go Saturday, but work came up today.”

She sounds disappointed, wanting to go but unable to.

“These tickets expire this month, so we need to go this weekend. Sunday might tire you and Yuki out, though. So I thought to ask Yukari-san. She can drive, and I trust her.”

So, Yuki, Yukari-san, and I would go Saturday. Without overthinking, it feels exciting and happy.

But is Yukari-san okay with it? Going with Yuki is one thing, but an amusement park with me isn’t fun. It’s her job, sure, but still.

“Um… if it’s okay with Shun-sama, I’m fine… I’d like to, actually…”

Checking her reaction, she seems shy but not unwilling.

“Of course, if you don’t want to, Shun-kun, that’s fine… but Yuki might be excited, you know, Fufu.”

I can’t refuse that, not that I want to. Going to an amusement park with two women like them is an honor beyond me.

Yuki, returning later, is thrilled I agreed. “Going to an amusement park with Shun-nii and Yukari-san, I’m so happy!” she says, making me grateful.

Yuki adores Yukari-san, often saying she’s a beautiful, kind older sister who cooks well.

Thus, Saturday’s plans are set. Lately, I’ve been going out with different women every week, so unlike me. And they all seem happy to be with me.

I don’t think I’m charming enough for that. Do they really enjoy being with me, talking to me? I know I need to try, but…

“Oh, Shun-kun, with me sometime too… okay?”

Mom says, sounding disappointed yet alluring. It’s just mother-son communication to her, but it makes my heart skip.

Back in my room, I research the amusement park. It has rides like roller coasters and a nature park for outdoor activities. It’s popular with families, but in this low-birthrate world, it’s not overly crowded, even on weekends.

It’s not a date, so I can relax, but I still don’t know how to act. Following Yuki’s lead on what she wants might be best. I don’t know if that’s right as a brother, though.

My worries continue, and Friday night, even in the bath, I think about how to behave. I’m not used to amusement parks or how to enjoy them. Relying on Yuki and Yukari-san is pathetic, but it’s all I can do.

Earlier, Yuki said, “Shun-nii, I’m looking forward to tomorrow!” and Yukari-san, slightly shy, said, “Um, please take care of tomorrow…” I’m the one who should thank them for the ride.

They probably have lots of friends and amusement park experience. But this place is new to them, adding to my unease. What if the mood sours or it’s disappointing? Negative thoughts dominate.

One reason I struggle with women is my inability to handle unexpected situations, even more than with men.

They’re kind, so they won’t complain outright. Still, in the bath, I keep worrying they’ll be disappointed in me.

Going to bed early the night before, I wake up Saturday morning feeling surprisingly refreshed. But soon, I recall the amusement park trip with three of us, and tension creeps in.

“…I’m really blessed, huh…”

Muttering to myself, I look out the window. Before, I’d never go out with women. Now, I’m spending every weekend with different ones.

Everyone accepts my actions. I can’t believe it or get used to it. All I can do is face each of them.

“Oh, Shun-nii! Morning! Ready for today?”

I exchange greetings with a cheerful Yuki and eat breakfast. Yukari-san will come to our house, use Mom’s car, and drive to the amusement park.

After changing in my room, I return to the living room. As usual, I wear a safe outfit: T-shirt, light button-up, and long chinos. I know I should dress better, but I lack fashion sense and courage to shop.

Getting Yuki or Asagi-san to help would be best, but I feel bad taking their time.

While thinking, Yuki enters the living room, probably done changing.

“Shun-nii! Um, what do you think of this outfit…?”

Asking shyly for my opinion, Yuki looks even more beautiful than usual.

Her white top exposes her shoulders slightly, cute yet mature. Her navy skirt with white floral patterns is elegant, and her bare legs below the knee are dazzling.

“Um, I tried picking a cute outfit…”

Her upturned gaze and words stun me, halting my thoughts.

This sweet vibe is for couples, not for a beauty like Yuki toward me. Still, I need to say something to avoid rudeness, so I voice my honest opinion.

“Um… I think it’s… cute…”

My bland response frustrates me, but Yuki blushes, looking down, “Th-Thanks… ehehe…” Her voice sounds even cuter than usual.

But I can’t get carried away. I’m not a guy women naturally like, so I need to be careful.

Then, the front door opens. Mom’s already out, so it must be Yukari-san.

“S-Sorry to keep you waiting…”

I take a closer look at Yukari-san. Her light purple blouse and white jeans highlight her great figure, like a magazine model.

My eyes drift to her large breasts pushing up the blouse and her shapely butt in the jeans. Holding back, I notice her muttering.

“Um… a friend suggested this outfit, but… I’m not that stylish…”

She seems unconfident, almost self-deprecating, so I try to offer my opinion.

“N-No way… I think it’s really pretty…”

My vocabulary’s lacking, but she responds happily, “Th-Thank you…!” relieving me.

But Yuki mutters, “…So mature…” beside me, making me worry I praised her wrong.

Yuki smiles, saying, “…Okay, let’s go!” but I remain unsure about my actions.

Yukari-san drives us to the amusement park, about a 30-minute trip. We could take the train, but Yuki brought outdoor gear for the nature park, so we need the car.

Yuki and I sit in the back, but she subtly closes the distance between us. Did she choose the middle seat for this?

“Y-Yuki… isn’t that a bit close…?”

“Nope, this is normal, right?”

The seatbelt prevents full contact, but she leans in, her arm brushing mine. She smiles, satisfied, looking at me.

“…You two have gotten close, huh…”

Yukari-san mutters, and Yuki responds happily.

“Ehehe… Shun-nii’s so kind, so I want to be even kinder!”

Yukari-san gives a wry smile through the mirror. This seems to continue until we arrive. Amid Yuki’s gaze and soft touches, I look out the window to stay calm.

Parking the car, we head to the entrance. The park map shows two main areas: the amusement park and the nature park. We decide to start with the amusement park.

There are people, but it’s not crowded. In the real world, a place like this would be packed on weekends. The facility is old but well-maintained, not feeling dated.

“Shun-nii! Wanna ride the roller coaster with me?”

Yuki points to a large thrill ride near the entrance. There’s a line, but the wait is about 20 minutes.

“Eh, um, Shun-sama…? If it’s too much, you should say so…”

Yukari-san worries, but I shake my head. Honestly, I barely remember riding a roller coaster, and this one looks intense.

“…No, I’m okay. So… let’s go together?”

I steel myself and urge Yukari-san to join Yuki. I don’t think I’ll get sick, and I don’t want to refuse something Yuki wants.

“…Um, I’d be in the way, so I’ll wait at the exit…”

Yukari-san says, but she’s not in the way after coming with us. Before I can say so, Yuki calls out.

“Shun-nii, Yukari-san, hurry up!”

Her words reach both of us. Uncharacteristically, I encourage Yukari-san.

“…Let’s go?”

“Y-Yes… thank you…”

We rush to Yuki. I worried she might not want to ride, but her happy face reassures me slightly.

The 20-minute wait passes quickly with Yuki’s chatter. Yukari-san responds, but I’m swept along. At the platform, the ride seats two side-by-side, and Yuki urges me to the inner seat.

Sitting beside me, she smiles, “This’ll be fun!” Her cute smile brings tension—I worry she’ll think I’m pathetic.

Yukari-san sits alone behind us, smiling when I look back. She doesn’t seem scared, but I worry she’s bored.

The safety bar lowers, and the ride moves along the track. Initially scared, I calm down feeling the bar’s security. It might not be so bad.

If I can avoid disappointing Yuki, I think, as the ride reaches the top and plunges down. The pull is strong, but the speed is thrilling. Sharp turns add excitement.

But if it’s just right for inexperienced me, Yuki might not be satisfied, making me uneasy. I glance at her.

“…! Hyaa… th-this… kyaaaa!”

My senses must be off. Hearing her screams, I spend the three minutes on the rails.