A Twisted Introvert loner Like Me, Mentally Wrecked One-Sidedly due to Love, Throws Away the Love Letter Sent by the foremost School's Beauty, Leading to an Unwanted Romantic Comedy - v2 Chapter 37: I don't wish for a romantic comedy.

Chapter 37: I don’t wish for a romantic comedy.

Sports festival, day one. In the sweltering heat, the guys are giving it their all, batting, pitching, and running.

There are only two matches scheduled for today. Even though the number of games to be conducted are small, but since they’re divided by grade, it’s taking quite a bit of time than normal.

It’s a tournament format, and if you win two matches, you advance to the finals tomorrow. Even if you only win one, there’s a third-place playoff… meaning, if you lose in the first round, you get to spend time in your class from tomorrow quite comfortably… but it seems like our class’s A team is quite strong, as they’re dominating the opponent team with a significant lead.

And so, right now, it’s the bottom of the final inning. While the opponent is attacking, I, the designated hitter, am taking the liberty to excuse myself in the shade.

Of course, I’m not also cheering for my teammates. That role is already being taken care by the girls in our class.

Even in a case that the girls weren’t there, I still wouldn’t do anything. I’m aware of being termed as an outsider, and they should as well recognize me like that.

Even if the team wins, I won’t join in and have a share in their celebration. Not because I’m trying to read the atmosphere, but simply because I don’t have the qualification. I, who avoid sweating and stayed away from the spotlight, can’t tarnish the hard work done by these youth.

I gave a quick glance at the place where the girls are. Among the group cheering excitedly, there’s no sign of Tachibana at all. I don’t know if she caught on a fever from being able to be in a relationship with Ryogoku or something; regardless, she’s absent due to poor health.

“――Everyone! Let’s end this!”

“Oou!”

Responding to Ryougoku’s call as first baseman, everyone shows their enthusiasm. The team is united, full of motivation. Truly befitting of the class leader, impressive, quite impressive.

“Don’t underestimate me too much.”

“…Haaaah.”

Remembering yesterday’s words, I sigh out loud again. Just how many times has it been today?

I didn’t mean to belittle him in anyway. I thought of showing him the least sincerity in my own way… but it ended up being perceived in that way.

I wonder what bothered him that much. If I said I don’t know, it would probably be a lie… but it’s for it to be a lie. Since it’s more like me to not admit it straight on.

That’s what I tell myself. The same amount of times I’ve let out a loud sigh till now.

“…………”

I thought of being as consistent and thoughtful as I can. So, I have no intention of talking it out to Ryougoku anymore, nor am I going to change my mind. As soon as things settle down with Katase and Tachibana, I’ll immediately cut her off.

“―― Kazari-kun. Mind if I sit next to you?”

“….Yeah.”

Ending this fake relationship… For I don’t want this to turn into a romantic comedy in any way.