Delivery Boy and Masked Girl - A delivery boy discovers the secret of a beautiful gal at his delivery destination. - Chapter 18: Deception And Rain Showers.

Deception And Rain Showers.

“Hey Yuuga, what was that? What was that all about?”

In the classroom, where Shizuki is no longer present, Haruomi  hunched his shoulders with a very happy face.

He’s Noisy, It’s hot in the classroom and he’s super annoying.

All-stars are lined up in the bad part of this guy.

“Since When and Why are you getting along with Shizuki-san?”

“We don’t get along. It’s just that a few things happened and we started to talk a little.”

I guess I should still keep my relationship with Shizuki under wraps.

Even if I tell him about her, I guess it’s better to get confirmation from her first.

For now, it’s better to play it safe.

Well, the fact that it was Haruomi who found us was a little troublesome.

“There’s no way Yuga would be friends with someone so easily.”

“….What do you mean by that… It’s not like that…”

Damn you…

It’s a good argument from the very first shot.

It seems that this guy, after all, knows me very well.

“There’s nothing to hide. I don’t care if you’re having a good time with Shizuki-san.”

“No, it’s not. The other party is that Shizuki you are talking about. At least, it’s not what you think it is.”

“Hmm. ‘at least.’ Yeah, I suppose.”

Haruomi still did not stop grinning.

Don’t get carried away with the pace, me.

I understand his curiosity.

But I have my own reasons.

“I’ll tell you more when I feel like it. So for now, stop prying.”

“…Well, whatever. If that’s the case, I’m genuinely happy for you that you have a friend at last.”

“What the hell are you to me?”

“You’re best friend.”

You’re my best friend… right.

Well, I’m not going to deny that.

“By the way, wasn’t Shizuki talking to you in a respectful manner just now?”

“…No, I think it’s just your imagination.”

“Was it my imagination? It sure sounded like she was speaking in an honorific tone.”

Haruomi crossed his arms and tilted his head curiously.

I knew you heard us…

This guy sure is a sneaky one…

“Oh, well. Well, introduce me too. I’d like to get to know her too.”

“Huh?”

“Isn’t it fine? My best friend’s  friend is also my friend.”

“I don’t think I’d want to be friends with your friend, though.”

“That’s just because you’re a bit of a loner. I’m not.”

Haruomi smiled with genuine amusement.

But as far as I know, he doesn’t have that many friends either.

It’s true that he’s sociable, but he’s not the kind of guy who gets involved with everyone.

The only people he wants to be friends with are those who match his senses and beautiful girls.

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“Yes?”

“It’s me. Hasumi.”

“Ah! Yes, I’ll open the door.”

There was a clunking sound, and the auto-lock door unlocked.

I got on the elevator and headed for Shizuki’s flat.

“Thank you for taking the time. Even though there is nothing to deliver…”

Shizuki peeked out of the door, her eyebrows lowered in an apologetic expression.

Naturally, she was in sober mode.

Perhaps it was because I had just talked to the flashy Shizuki at school, but I was indeed feeling a little uncomfortable.

“Huh? Are you carrying the delivery bag again today? I already had someone else deliver it for me, you know?”

“Oh, that’s another thing. I brought some mangas along with some deliveries.”

“Oh, I see.”

If I am going to go out, it’s better to have more than one thing to do.

Shizuki brought me up to the room as if it was a matter of course.

It’s a complicated feeling, but it’s also not good to be more defensive than necessary.

I consciously kept my composure as I lowered the box into the living room for the third time.

“I wonder what’s going to happen in the second year chapter!”

“I’m really curious. As well as the romance between the two friend positions, there will be new students in the club, right?”

“That’s right! Rumor has it that the new freshman is a very important character.”

“Oh? Another important character is going to be added?”

While talking about ‘Sixteen Love’ with Shizuki, I put the manga out of the box back on the bookshelf.

When I put them together like this, I realized that there were quite a few volumes.

I’ve really read a lot, haven’t I?

*THUNDER!*

“Kyaa!”

“Uwaoo”

Suddenly there was a flash of lightning, followed immediately by a roar.

We both looked out the window together, and before we knew it, it had started to rain.

This…

“It’s already so late now…”

The rain got intense and soon turned into a downpour.

In the dark residential area, countless large drops were bursting.

It is strange that it is only when I become aware of this that I can clearly feel the sound of rain and the drop in temperature.

…By the way.

“…How long are you going to cling to me…?”

“What? …Huh! Sorry!”

Shizuki, who had been clinging to me ever since the first thunderclap, quickly jumped away from me.

Her face turned bright red and she awkwardly averted her gaze.

I also felt embarrassed when I saw that.

It’s impossible to stay calm when you’re being hugged by a beautiful girl like Shizuki.

It’s not my fault, it’s not my fault, yeah.

“…Hasumi-kun,  your umbrella?”

“…I didn’t bring… Well, with the way it’s pouring, I’m sure I’ll get soaked even if I had an umbrella. I give up.”

“Oh, no…”

Shizuki’s face took a turn for the worse and became anxious.

It’s nice of you to care, but it’s only rain.

If I take a bath as soon as I get home, it won’t matter.

“Well then, guess I’ll  leave.”

“Ahh… Please wait…”

“Hmm?”

Before I knew it, Shizuki had grabbed the hem of my clothes.

She turned her head down, averted her face slightly, but kept her eyes on me, and said.

“…can you stay a little longer?”

I was vaguely remembering the time when I nursed Shizuki.