Enchanted by the Power of the Evil Eye ~The Harem School Life Crafted by a Girl Falling Under My Hypnosis~

Chapter 34: Mamoru’s Discharge Celebration at the Kisaragi House

(Natsumi POV)

“Hey, Natsumi. Got any plans for next Saturday?”

While I was lounging in the living room watching videos, Yuki-nee, who’d finished washing the dishes, called out to me.

“Hmm? No taekwondo practice, so nothing really… I guess…”

What’s this about? Helping with chores? She’s been super into cleaning lately… So annoying, I just wanna chill.

“But, like, I might hang out with friends or go shopping for something I want…”

I’ll just make up an excuse to get out of it.

“Oh? Mamo-kun’s injuries have healed enough for him to get out, so I was thinking of having a small discharge celebration at our place… Too bad, huh?”

(What?!)

“Huh? Mamoru… He’s okay now? Hmm, I see, I see…”

I haven’t seen Mamoru since I heard he was attacked…

No chance to meet during his hospital stay or even after I heard he was discharged…

“Well, if that’s the case, I guess I could make time, even though I’m busy…”

“Oh? Busy Natsumi doesn’t have to force herself. You’ve got something more important than Mamo-kun, right?”

Ugh, Yuki-nee always gets mean like this when it’s about Mamoru…

“Fine, fine! I’m free, FREE! I’ll join the discharge celebration!”

I’m always dancing in her palm…

“Good! That’s the spirit! I’ll let Mamo-kun know, then.”

Yuki-nee said, picking up her phone.

I got a bit annoyed seeing her grin at her phone.

“…Sigh, I’m going to bed. Night.”

I decided to head to my room.

“Good night.”

As I left the living room, I glanced at Yuki-nee. She was tapping on her phone—probably messaging Mamoru.

Huh? She was all smiles earlier, but now she’s staring at the screen with a blank face.

(Not messaging Mamoru? Something about uni?)

I was a bit curious but went to my room anyway.

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“Yuki-nee’s always so mean when it’s about Mamoru…”

I changed into pajamas and was about to get into bed when I noticed the calendar on my desk.

“Next Saturday, huh… It’s not like I’m looking forward to it or anything, but just in case I forget, you know, just in case.”

I marked Saturday with a red pen… Not because I’m excited, just so I don’t forget, okay?

I got into bed, set my alarm, and closed my eyes.

(Yuki-nee’s handling the food, but should I prepare something? It’s a discharge celebration, after all… Just in case… What does Mamoru like again?)

I thought about Mamoru from when we were kids, recalling various things… Little Mamoru… He was kinda cute, wasn’t he…Fufu.

Thinking about what Mamoru likes, I drifted off to sleep.

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(MC POV)

A message came to my phone.

“Mamo-kun, Natsumi’s free next Saturday! Dinner with the three of us again, huh? I’ll put my all into cooking, so look forward to it!! I’ll let you know the time later. Night!”

It was from Yuki-nee.

“Thanks! Looking forward to it. Night.”

I replied and glanced toward the Kisaragi house. One light went out.

Natsumi’s room—she’s probably going to bed.

I’m looking forward to it… Really looking forward to it…

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(Natsumi POV)

(Tomorrow’s Saturday, Mamoru’s discharge celebration…)

I stared at the calendar on my desk from my bed.

The weekdays have X marks… It’s not like I was looking forward to it or anything!

No way!

Well, no plans came up, so I guess I’ll humor Mamoru.

Mamoru hasn’t been to school this week. He’ll start next week, it seems.

He’s okay to walk around, but they’re being cautious.

A discharge celebration at my place before that…

Yuki-nee said Mamoru’s really excited about it… He’s looking forward to it…

Yuki-nee was super enthusiastic about preparing.

Well, he’s probably excited to see Yuki-nee, right? But she told Mamoru she got a boyfriend…

Could it be… he’s excited to see me… maybe?

I got embarrassed and started kicking my legs on the bed.

“Natsumi, you’re so loud! What’s with all the thrashing?”

Yuki-nee’s voice came from downstairs… I got scolded…

I buried my face in my pillow to calm down.

I got a gift… not a gift! A discharge present, and I pulled out some clothes I bought but never wore…

It’s not like I bought them thinking Mamoru would like them or anything…

I should sleep. I don’t want him to see me with dark circles…

I’ll wake up early and put on some light makeup… I don’t usually do it, but I want to look cute… I mean, not cute! Mamoru’s a guest, and I don’t want to embarrass myself or get scolded by Yuki-nee…

Tomorrow… If it goes well, maybe we can go back to how things were before…

Then… should I tell Mamoru about that?

Would he hate me if I did…? I don’t want that…

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(MC POV)

“Natsumi, morning! Thanks for having me today.”

“Mamoru, you’re here already? Yuki-nee’s still out shop—ah!”

Natsumi froze when she opened the door and saw me.

It’s because of the cast on my arm, slung up, and the bandage around my head.

“Oh, this? It’s mostly healed, but the doctor said to keep it on. Sorry, it’s startling, right?”

Natsumi nodded slightly, her face pale.

(Sorry, Natsumi… It must be shocking to see me like this after so long, right?)

Truth is, I’m almost fully healed, and I don’t need the bandage, but I kept it to remind her of “when I got a head injury” in the past.

“W-Well, don’t just stand there, come in… Yuki-nee should be back soon…”

Natsumi let me into the house, her hand trembling as she held the door… Maybe I overdid it a bit…

“A dress is rare for you, Natsumi.”

Natsumi was wearing a white dress today.

It’s a clean, elegant look, different from her usual style, but it suits her oddly well. The dress cinched at her waist, accentuating her toned figure.

It’s kinda… sexy…

“It’s my day off, so I can wear whatever I want, right?”

Her voice trembled a bit. This is tricky—I need her to have fun at first…

I need her to remember that being with me, by my side, is her place, like before…

“Sorry, I didn’t mean it like that, just…”

“What? Gonna say it doesn’t suit me?”

Natsumi hid her mouth with her twintails, lacking her usual energy.

“No, it suits you a lot… You look really cute. I love that dress.”

Natsumi looked at me in surprise, her face turning red, eyes darting.

“You’re such an idiot… Come on, let’s go over there.”

She turned her back to me and hurried to the living room.

Her nape was slightly red… It’s kinda thrilling…

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(Yukino POV)

“I’m a bit late. Has Mamo-kun already arrived?”

When I got back from shopping and entered the house, I heard voices from the living room.

(Mamo-kun’s already here? Is Natsumi hosting properly?)

I peeked inside quietly so the two wouldn’t notice. What are they talking about?

“Wow, nostalgic. You were such a tomboy back then, Natsumi.”

Looks like they’re going through an album, reminiscing… Fufu, the two of them sitting side by side… So cute!

“Shut up! You were just too quiet, Mamoru!”

“Yeah, yeah, sorry for not being manly enough.”

“I-I didn’t say you weren’t manly or anything…”

Natsumi hid her face with her twintails—that habit of hers is so adorable.

“Since you were always by my side, maybe I got too comfortable. I was pretty pathetic. Sorry.”

Mamoru, you don’t have to be so hard on yourself… It’s making me want to cry.

“It’s not like you need to apologize… I-I was there because I wanted to be…”

(Huh?!)

“What?!”

“N-No, I mean… ugh, you idiot! Not that kind of like! Like as friends! As childhood friends!”

Natsumi stood up, flustered… My little sister is so cute.

“Oh, I got scared for a second… Yeah, that makes sense, right?”

(Huh? Mamoru?)

“Why do you look disappointed?! You like Yuki-nee, don’t you? Not someone rough like me… Too bad! You got rejected!”

“Rejected… I’m not rejected.”

““Huh?””

Natsumi and I gasped at the same time. Good thing they didn’t notice me.

“Yuki-nee is like a big sister to me. I’ve always…”

Mamoru stood up… and put his hand on Natsumi’s shoulder!

“Always felt about you, Natsumi…”

“Ah… n… chumu…”

Natsumi and Mamoru… They’re kissing…

(I’m so happy for you, Natsumi…)

I sank to the floor, overwhelmed with joy, tears welling up…

Seeing my cute little sister and my cute little brother-like Mamoru kiss made me feel embarrassed and happy… I haven’t even done that yet… I’m kinda jealous…

I need to step out and come back later, pretending I just got home, before they notice… But… maybe I’ll watch just a little longer…

I knew it was wrong, but I peeked again.

“Haa… n, what… You idiot…”

Natsumi’s eyes were dazed, her face so feminine… I’ve never seen her like that… You’ve grown up, Natsumi…

“Haa… Natsumi… Look into my eyes…”

“Huh? Ah… n…”

Huh?

The moment Natsumi looked into Mamoru’s eyes, the light in hers faded, her arms went limp, and her face became expressionless, like a doll’s.

(Huh? Huh? W-What? Mamoru… What did you do to Natsumi?)

“How long are you going to watch? It’s about to start.”

Mamoru looked at me. He noticed… but… his vibe is different.

“My cute Yukino.”