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 82

Episode 82: Sitting Comfort

“No, it’s just…”

I tried to evade, but I found myself at a loss for words.

Despite constantly advising Misaki against lying and running away, here I was contemplating deceit, and my conscience twinged.

At least it was true that I had been captivated by Sasagawa-sensei’s swimsuit figure before, and just now, I found myself staring at her in her underwear.

Even if I denied it, Misaki wouldn’t believe me.

“Sorry, but I’m also a guy…”

Thinking it’s better to confront the situation honestly rather than trying to deceive, I decided to apologize to Misaki sincerely.

“You weren’t excited by me or Hyouka-chan in swimsuits…!”

However, Misaki voiced further discontent.

Well, maybe I should’ve put it differently… I thought, but Misaki probably wasn’t in the mood for such niceties right now.

“Leaving aside Suzumine-san, I thought Misaki looked attractive in her swimsuit, you know? That’s why I couldn’t look directly.”

Since comparing her directly with Suzumine-san might complicate things further, I decided to preface my statement.

Besides, with Sasagawa-sensei having a bit of extra weight, her figure was more provocative, whereas Misaki’s was sleeker and more defined, which was better.

Also, considering just the size of their chests, it wasn’t that different.

“But with big sister’s, I could see you blushing and staring at her directly…”

However, it seemed Misaki wasn’t convinced. Though her anger had slightly subsided, she began to pout.

Well, that’s because… um, it was so enticing that I forgot to look away, so it can’t be helped…

I couldn’t possibly say that.

Back then, honestly, I had quite a crush on Sasagawa-sensei.

Well, I still have some affection for her, but now that I’ve realized those feelings aren’t romantic, it’s a different kind of feeling.

I realized this when compared to my feelings for Misaki.

Maybe I just admired Sasagawa-sensei, simple as that.

But at that time, I didn’t understand that, and I was shown such a voluptuous body with a bit of extra weight.

Even if it was our first meeting, it would undoubtedly be an enticing sight for a pubescent boy with feelings of infatuation.

I couldn’t say this honestly to Misaki, as it would likely make her angrier.

“Misaki is a beauty that anyone would admire. Of course, I find Misaki’s swimsuit figure very attractive. There’s no lie in that.”

I just stuck to the facts to persuade Misaki.

“Oh… I-I see…”

Perhaps because she could sense the sincerity in my words, Misaki blushed, covered her mouth with her hand, and averted her gaze. She seemed embarrassed.

“Are you convinced?”

With the atmosphere easing, I asked with a smile.

But…

“But, but, because of my big sister… because of her underwear, Raito-kun’s mind is filled with thoughts of my sister…!”

Realizing my attempt to placate her, Misaki directed her anger towards me again.

Well, this isn’t going to be easy…

“No, that’s not true…”

Even now, I’m preoccupied with how to persuade Misaki.

Sure, if I close my eyes, I can vividly recall Sasagawa-sensei’s figure from earlier, but that’s inevitable.

I can’t help it.

Regardless of whether it’s love or admiration, once you’ve seen something like that, it’s bound to stick in the mind of a pubescent boy.

“It’s a lie…! When you see such a… such a provocative sight, boys get excited…! And, well, you’ve been sitting uncomfortably since earlier…!”

“……”