A Man Who Lost Confidence, to a Gentle Chastity-Reversed World - Chapter 62: Connections Form Around Me

Chapter 62: Connections Form Around Me

“Somehow… you seemed more anxious than usual, Shun-kun,” Asagi-san says, looking at me as we walk from the school gate.

A cold sweat runs down my back, and my face probably shows panic. I was anxious. I didn’t know how they felt about me diving into Kurokawa-san’s chest. They might be furious.

If it were reversed—if they accidentally fell into another guy’s chest—could I stay calm? I’d imagine the worst, like them being taken away, even though they’re not that kind of girls.

My thoughts spiral, trapping me. I’m terrified of them being angry or disappointed.

But Asagi-san’s expression is soft, almost serene, as she says, “I guess I wasn’t wrong.”

Her calmness scares me more, and I stammer, “U-Um… I’m sorry…”

She smiles, “…You don’t need to apologize.”

She doesn’t seem angry. “You’re probably worried about us, right? Thinking Maki and I might feel uneasy seeing you close with another girl… That’s sweet of you. But you don’t need to hold back for us.”

Maki-san nods vigorously beside her. Noticing my anxious look, Asagi-san continues.

“Today was an accident, but… it might spark wanting to get closer. You’re different from other boys… so erotic. I’m not wrong, right?”

I should deny thinking erotic thoughts, but I can’t. Despite having girlfriends, I react to every suggestive school moment.

“It’s not just about Kurokawa-san… If someone wants to do erotic things, don’t hold back for us. Putting brakes on your desires is… absolutely not okay.”

“There are things we might not notice, and you might get bored of our bodies. I’m flat compared to Maki, probably boring… And wanting you to always hold us is too selfish, considering how happy you make us.”

Asagi-san gives me a bright smile. “So, we’ve decided. If you want, get close with other girls. We want your lonely moments to be zero. And we’d love to be part of that.”

Her cheerful words feel too good to be true. Knowing I’m excited by other girls and encouraging it is too convenient.

Asagi-san’s too negative. I’d never get bored of them—I want to hold them hundreds of times. I’m arrogant enough to think they wouldn’t mind, but voicing my desires is scary.

“…I don’t think other girls would want me… And I’d never find you two boring or get tired of you… Absolutely not…”

I can’t say I want to hold them hundreds of times. It’s my best attempt at courage, but her delayed response makes me anxious.

“…I’m really happy you say that, but… you might’ve caught more girls’ attention today…” Asagi-san says, blushing slightly, sounding apologetic but not repulsed.

My face must show confusion. Maki-san explains, “…When we were changing in class… a lot of girls were talking about you, Sato-kun…”

That’s terrifying. My name coming up usually means, “He’s creepy,” “Who knows what he’s thinking,” or “Not even worth using as an errand boy.”

But Maki-san’s words are unbelievable. “Kurokawa-san doesn’t talk much, so no one asked her directly, but… some said they’d want a guy to dive into them or that they’d hug you if it was them…”

It’s the situation—being dove into by a guy—that excites them, not me. They’re imagining a hot, muscular guy, and I’m just the trigger.

Asagi-san grows serious. “A friend came up and asked, ‘Are you two really close with Sato-kun?’ They probably wanted to ask Kurokawa-san about how you felt, but… they were curious about us too.”

I’ve wondered how they present our relationship to others. When Maki-san was vague with the literature club, I didn’t ask why. Hearing their thoughts now is a bit scary.

I’m also anxious that being known as their boyfriend might make people judge their taste in men.

“I thought hiding it was wrong,” Asagi-san says. “Trusting you wouldn’t mind, I said Maki and I are your girlfriends… Sorry for doing that without asking.”

She didn’t hide it, which makes me happy but worried about any backlash. She shouldn’t apologize.

“She was shocked, shouting, ‘You’re really dating?’ Everyone crowded around, asking questions. I knew I’d have to tell them eventually…”

Asagi-san bows, saying she should’ve consulted me. I shake my head. “I-I don’t mind at all… But what were their reactions?”

Asagi-san hums, touching her lips. “‘I thought so,’ or ‘I didn’t expect Yamamoto-san too.’ Mostly positive reactions, which was nice…”

“But they were probably surprised you’re the kind of guy who’d date two girls.”

Maki-san nods, looking uneasy. “…Yeah. It’s clear you’re okay with multiple girls… Some might try talking to you…”

They seem worried I’ll become popular. I’d expect bullying, not this.

“Of course, if you find a girl cute or want to do erotic things, don’t hold back,” Asagi-san says. “But… I’m worried some girls with bad intentions might target you. I don’t think anyone in class is like that, though.”

She glances at my lower body, blushing. “Even if you love girls’ bodies and can… release a lot, if someone forces themselves on you, you might fear girls. We’ll protect you before that happens.”

She says some crimes involve forceful approaches. While not likely at school, she expects bold girls to approach me.

Maki-san adds, “…Asagi covered up the erotic talk, but people will imagine we’re doing things since we’re dating. More girls might picture your body…”

Girls imagining my body? Even with a girlfriend, they’d imagine a hotter guy’s body, not mine.

Even if not fearing girls makes me appealing, I can’t believe I’d be popular. I’m supposed to be the guy mocked in whispers.

That these two like a timid, talentless guy like me is a miracle. More popularity is impossible.

“I-I don’t think anyone would see me that way… And I’m worried you two might feel uncomfortable being known as my girlfriends…”

Asagi-san shakes her head. “It’s not uncomfortable. If I restricted you from talking to other girls, I’d get flak. But we won’t do anything to make you suffer.”

Their support is so kind. But I need to figure out how to handle girls like Kurokawa-san.

I dove into her chest, feeling it. She said “don’t worry,” but I don’t know if that’s her true feelings. She might be furious.

I can only ask them. Asagi-san ponders, touching her lips. “If you’re scared, you should refuse clearly. But otherwise, act as you feel. We don’t want you to hold back or worry about us.”

Maki-san nods vigorously, then thinks about Kurokawa-san. “I haven’t talked to her much… but any girl would be excited in that situation. Since you’re not hurt, you shouldn’t feel bad… Honestly, I was a bit jealous…”

Her voice trails off, avoiding my eyes, but her effort to reassure me is clear.

I rely on them too much and give nothing back.

“…You’re probably thinking you’re not giving us anything, right?” Asagi-san says, making me jump.

She always sees through me. “Fufu, don’t worry about that. Even if you date others or get close to many, just being together is precious. Going on dates is enough. Right, Maki?”

“Y-Yeah… Dating is already lavish, but just talking makes me happy… I want you to share your worries more, Sato-kun.”

Looking at me with their big eyes, I muster my honest feelings. “I’m the one… grateful you don’t hide we’re dating and are so kind… If you want, I’d do anything for you…”

It’s not much, but it’s my best. They exchange glances, blushing.

“You’re too unguarded, Shun-kun,” Asagi-san says. “We’re thrilled, but don’t say that to girls you’re not close with.”

“Y-Yeah… I might not hold back if you say that…” Maki-san adds.

Happy but embarrassed, they try to end the topic. I’m still anxious about handling others, but I lack the courage to press further.

“By the way, Shun-kun, about your housekeeper, Nishikawa-san!” Asagi-san changes the topic, asking about Yukari-san from yesterday.

“She seems to care a lot about you… Do you talk much at home?”

It’s hard to say. I don’t know her private life, but she listens when I’m down and joins Yuki and me at the theme park—she’s reliable.

Pushing away memories of her touching me or seeing her underwear, I answer, “…She listens when I’m upset or joins Yuki and me at the theme park… Lately, she’s helped a lot…”

Maki-san lets out an “Eh,” and I instinctively look at her.

“Oh, um… I got a bit jealous hearing you’re going to the theme park together… Sorry!” she says, bowing.

It’s not something to apologize for, but before I can say, “I-It’s okay!” Asagi-san jumps in.

“I’d love if we could go to the theme park with you too… But anyway, you’ve never gone out alone with her?” she asks, her timing so perfect it feels like she knows everything.

“N-Not until now… Last night, Yuki suggested we go to the theme park together… Next Saturday, to the one by the sea,” I stammer, naming the park.

I didn’t mean to hide it, but it feels like I’m confessing to cheating, terrifying me. Both Asagi-san and Maki-san pause, thinking, heightening my fear of being called a cheater.

Asagi-san murmurs, “Got it,” with a decisive air. Maki-san, a beat later, narrows her eyes slightly.

“…Shun-kun, if it’s okay, I’d like to talk to Nishikawa-san now,” Asagi-san says.

“…Yeah, me too,” Maki-san adds.

At this hour, Yukari-san is likely at the shopping street or home. If not, we might miss her. I don’t even have her contact info yet.

I tell them this, and they reply, “That’s fine!” and “W-We know it’s a big ask…” before carefully scanning the shopping street.

I don’t understand why they want to meet Yukari-san. Part of me fears it’s to punish me for cheating, but that contradicts their earlier words about classmates.

Maybe they have something to say to Yukari-san about our outing. As I ponder, Asagi-san calls out, “There she is!”

Yukari-san, approaching, notices us and visibly panics. “Oh, um… I’m so sorry about yesterday!” she says, bowing immediately.

We’re all confused, but I realize she’s referring to her perceived overstep yesterday. She explains the same to Asagi-san and Maki-san, who, as expected, aren’t upset.

“We didn’t think that at all! We were thrilled someone watching over Shu… Sato-kun spoke so highly of him! Honestly!” Asagi-san says.

“Y-Yeah… It was really appreciated…” Maki-san adds.

They reassure Yukari-san her concerns are misplaced, and she bows repeatedly. Like me, she’s too humble despite being someone who deserves confidence.

Asagi-san continues, “We heard from Sato-kun you’re going to Ozpa together?”

Ozpa, short for Oswald Park, is where Yukari-san and I are going, named after a character created by its founder, I learned yesterday.

Yukari-san stammers, “…Oh, um, yes,” glancing at me. She might be upset I shared so easily. I’ll need to apologize later.

“So, we have a request, if that’s okay…” Asagi-san steps forward, Maki-san following. As Yukari-san seems overwhelmed, they pull out their phones, opening a messaging app.

“Could we exchange contact info?” Asagi-san asks.

“M-Me too, if that’s okay…” Maki-san adds.

Yukari-san looks stunned, glancing at me before hesitantly taking out her phone. As a housekeeper, she seems unsure if this is appropriate.

I’m lost too. I thought they’d ask for souvenirs or photos, so I can’t grasp the situation.

Why do they want her contact info for our outing? I see no reason to stop them, and they must have a purpose. I shouldn’t interfere.

Yukari-san exchanges contacts with them. Asagi-san says, “Thank you! Sorry for interrupting your shopping!” and we part ways. Yukari-san looks bewildered to the end.

“Fufu… She’s really pretty, but… probably like us, right?” Asagi-san murmurs as we enter the residential area.

I don’t understand, and we part ways with Asagi-san and Maki-san, ending the long walk home.

At dinner with the four of us, Mom says there’s no issue with Yukari-san contacting my girlfriends—actually, it’s welcome.

“In some cases, a housekeeper might conspire with bad classmates, but those two? Never. Yukari-chan should get to know your girlfriends better,” Mom says.

Yukari-san blushes slightly. Her expression makes me fear misunderstanding her feelings, but I must see this as a chance to talk properly.

“…I-I’ll make sure not to be rude to Shun-sama’s girlfriends…” Yukari-san says.

Mom says, “I hope you all get along,” but I can’t imagine what’ll happen if Yukari-san connects with them. I don’t even know their intent for exchanging contacts or if I should ask.

As I watch Yukari-san clear dishes, Yuki, beside me, nudges my side.

“Y-Yuki? What’s wrong…?” I ask.

Smiling, she hugs my arm. Her breasts’ softness and nipple sensation make my heart race, and her words hit harder.

“Hey, Shun-nii, it’s great if Asagi-san, Maki-san, and Yukari-neechan get along… but stay just as close with me, okay?”

She presses closer, the softness overwhelming me. I stammer, “Y-Yeah… Of course, I want that…”

“Then… can we take a bath together sometime?” she asks.

My heart pounds again. Not today, so I have time to prepare, but I’ll never get used to bathing with a cute girl.

I can’t refuse, and Mom just smiles, not stopping her. I mumble, “Y-Yeah… Whenever you want…” vaguely agreeing.

“Absolutely! I’ll go first tonight!” Yuki says, beaming, releasing my arm and running to the bathroom.

Mom keeps smiling. “Ufufu… I’m so happy you’re getting closer…”

I have a question, maybe odd, but important. “M-Mom… Isn’t it weird you don’t stop Yuki and me from bathing together…?”

She looks surprised, then answers thoughtfully. “If you disliked it, I’d stop her. But you don’t seem to. From what Asagi-chan and Maki-chan say, you’re not scared of girls.”

“In normal households, siblings might force themselves on each other, causing trauma or incidents. But Yuki… she wants your happiness most. So, unless you dislike it, I won’t stop her.”

She gently strokes my head, her maternal touch comforting. “As long as you’re okay… get closer with Yuki. You seem like you could make her so happy.”

I nod quietly, and she looks pleased. Being petted feels ticklish, but her smile makes me feel I shouldn’t stop her.

The next few days, Yukari-san seems awkward around me. Her eyes avoid mine, and her hands tremble sometimes, worrying me.

It’s likely tied to messages from Asagi-san and Maki-san, causing her unease, but I’m too scared to ask her about it.

I finally ask Asagi-san and Maki-san about their exchange a week later, just two days before my outing with Yukari-san.