Buying a Weeping Girl Under the Wintry Sky, and Making Her Too Happy. - Chapter 20: A Secret.
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A Secret.
It was after school and I had come to a certain fast food restaurant near the school, famous for its burgers, to talk to Shinya about the details of what had happened. We decided to have lunch together, so Shinya and I bought a teriyaki burger and Miyu bought a filet mignon set.
We sat down. “Well, now, I have to ask, are you two dating?”
“No, of course not.”
I answered immediately, and for some reason Miyu gave me a huge stare. ...Why? It’s not like we’re dating, we’re just living together, right? Oh, does it mean it’s more dangerous to live together when you’re not in a relationship? I see, Miyu’s gaze means that we should pretend that we are in a relationship. It’s too late to notice now, but …I’ve already said we’re not dating…
“Kazuya is answering immediately, but what about you, Shiroyume-san?”
“… We’re not dating.”
She’s still in a bad mood, right? There was a weird pause before she answered. …I’m sorry I’m an idiot, okay?
“Mm-hmm, I see. From the looks of it, it seems that it’s true that you guys aren’t dating.”
“That’s what I’m saying.”
“Shiroyume-san. As a friend of Kazuya’s since middle school, I can tell you that this guy is not easy to get along with, so hang in there.”
“!? I know.”
“What are you talking about?”
“Well, it’s something you’ll never understand even if you think about it for the rest of your life.”
I feel like they’re being very rude to me. …Miyu seems to be convinced, and I’m the only one who doesn’t seem to understand.
Well, if Miyu is convinced, is that not a bad thing, I guess?
“Why are you both living together?”
“We’re not living together, we’re actually living in cohabitation.”
“Then why are you both living in cohabitation?”
Living together sounds like newlyweds, but cohabiliation is like an extension of living alone, so it’s totally different.
There’s a big difference between living together and living alone. It’s the nuance of the word, or the implications of the word, that’s totally different anyway.
“…Shiroyume-san. Are you sure it’s okay to be with such a jerk?”
“If it’s Kazuya-kun, I can’t help but endure it.”
“I see…. If you have any problems, please contact me…”
“Thanks…”
This is the first time they’ve talked to each other, right? Is it just me, or do they seem to be getting along really well within the first five minutes of talking? I mean, I want you guys to stop talking about things I don’t understand. Though I won’t ask because I don’t think you’d stop it even if I did anyway.
“So, now that we’re living together, how much more should I tell you?”
“I don’t care if you tell me everything.”
“Are you sure you’re fine with this?”
“I don’t mind.”
“If that’s what you want…”
Then I told Shinya that when Miyu came home on the last day of the second semester, she had a letter and 100,000 yen and everything else was gone. The letter said that her parents didn’t need her and that she should live freely. I told her that I couldn’t leave Miyu like that, so I brought her home.
“…Seriously?”
“Do you think I could lie wtih this?”
I was about to lose my temper just talking about it, but I managed to regain my composure when Miyu put her hand on top of mine in the middle of our conversation. I’m so pathetic… Miyu must be in more pain than me…
“Then, Shiroyume-san’s parents…”
“…That’s how it is.”
Shinya fell silent as if he was thinking about something. …That’s right, if you’re told a story like this, your brain won’t accept it right away. Understanding and being convinced are two completely different things. You can understand it in your head, but your emotions won’t accept it.
“Kazuya! I’m sorry! I thought you were bringing her into your house with ulterior motives! You’re a badass, and I made a terrible mistake!”
“Okay, we get out and I’ll kick your ass.”
I don’t know whether Shinya wants to apologize or to pick a fight with me. But I guess he was satisfied with the situation
“I’m sorry Shiroyume-san! I was insensitive!”
“It’s okay. Don’t tell anyone about this, okay?”
“I know! If there’s anything I can do to help, please let me know!”
“I’m fine, thanks.”
“Why?!”
“…Because I have Kazuya-kun.”
I feel like Miyu’s trust in me is very heavy …I’ve been thinking about relying on Shinya when I have a problem, but now that he says that, I don’t feel comfortable relying on him anymore. …Well, I’m going to do everything I can, and even if I can’t, I’m going to do something about it, which I guess is fine.
“Hey, Kazuya. What do you think so far about it?”
“Hmm? About what?”
“Comeone, just answer me.”
Why is he asking me this out of the blue? It’s obvious.
“Like, I’m glad she trusts me so much after only living with me for about two weeks?”
” “…Huh.” “
Why are you both so dumbfounded? I was also pretty embarrassed to say this with Miyu next to me, you know? I mean, why is Miyu even dumbfounded? I don’t get it anymore!
“Well, it’s Kazuya…”
“It’s Kazuya-kun, so it can’t be helped. ….It’s only been a couple of weeks, but I’ve gotten to know Kazuya-kun pretty well myself….”
I feel like Miyu telling me something like that makes me happy. …When I think about it, I don’t think I know Miyu at all… Though I know that Miyu is actually a lonely person!
But the rest is still… I mean.. how come Miyu is getting to know me after only two weeks or so? Isn’t it too soon?
After that, we talked about the problems we had in our life together and what had happened to us.
“Well, Shinya. Please don’t tell anyone about it.”
“I know! If you have any concerns about Kazuya, please feel free to contact me, Shiroyume-san!”
“Yeah, thanks.”
No, what do you mean about me? Maybe I’m not as trustworthy as I think I am? …That’s indeed sad, so let’s not think anything more about it.
“Hey, Kazuya?”
“Hmm?”
“Just for the last time, I’d like to confirm something. …You’re not doing anything weird to Shiroyume-san, are you?”
“Like hell I will!”
“…Of course you can’t, indeed.”
“Why do you look so disappointed?!”
I don’t get it. If I did anything strange here, I would definitely be sent to the police! No, well, when I brought her into my house without permission, it was a police matter. …But now that I have her complete approval, there probably won’t be any police action. …There won’t, right?
“Well then, I’ll see you guys later!”
“Bye.”
“Bye.”
Shinya waved goodbye as he walked away. After Shinya’s back was obscured by the crowd,
“Shall we go home too?”
“Yeah.”
“I’ve been wondering, what were you and Shinya talking about?”
“It’s a secret.”
She gave me a small smile and then walked off. I hurriedly followed her home, but when we arrived home, I realized that I had been completely careless. I was able to cover it up at the fast food restaurant because Shinya was there, but when I told Miyu that it wasn’t a good idea for us to go home alone-
“…Kazuya-kun’s an idiot.”
“She got mad at me. …Why?”