I became the boyfriend of the school's madonna, who had turned down numerous confessions, but somehow, without realizing it, I wasn't just playing a role anymore - Chapter 71
Episode 71: Confession
Misaki clasped her hands tightly in front of her chest, looking earnest.
It must be very important to her.
“You’re as serious as ever.”
Even if I rephrased it, the meaning wouldn’t change, and neither would the sentiment conveyed to me.
Though I could’ve just let it go after my unconscious response, it seemed there was more to it for her.
“It’s not like that… It’s about taking responsibility…”
She must have something on her mind too.
“Okay, let me hear it.”
I spoke gently, so Misaki wouldn’t get flustered, trying to maintain a warm smile as I looked into her eyes.
I knew she was trying to change. She used to run away or lie when things got tough, but now she was trying to face things head-on.
So, I had to face her properly and wait for her words.
This will lead to Misaki’s growth.
“Just wait a little bit…”
Misaki began to take deep breaths, seeming to need time to gather her thoughts.
This was typical of her, being at her own pace.
But I already knew her feelings, so I could calmly wait.
“―Alright…!”
After a couple of minutes of deep breaths, Misaki’s expression turned resolute.
Unusually for her, who was usually gentle and airheaded, I could tell she was determined.
“I, I also… like you, Raito-kun…”
Her voice, as she spoke with resolve, was almost too soft to hear.
Her face, which had regained its color during the deep breaths, flushed red again, making me feel guilty for pushing her.
But her feelings got through.
She really tried her best…
“Yeah, thank—”
“But, um, Raito-kun, you can be so aloof and mean sometimes…”
I thought we’d just exchange thanks and be done with it, but Misaki continued. Maybe she was too excited and didn’t notice me speaking.
Wait, was what she said negative?
It was, right?
“But… you also think about me, and you’re kind to me… and you spoil me… so I think you’re really nice… I love you… so I want to be with you…”
“―”
I was taken aback by her sudden, bashful smile.
My heart raced, and my gaze was drawn to her smile.
“Oh…”
It must’ve been because I was staring at her.
Misaki opened her eyes as if she realized something.
Then, she glanced around nervously, closed her eyes tightly as if making up her mind, and lifted her chin.
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