I was cuckolded by my childhood friend, but I want to create a harem in a world where chastity is reversed and be happy. - Chapter 125: She Clings to My Arm and Makes a Declaration to Her Grandmother

Chapter 125: She Clings to My Arm and Makes a Declaration to Her Grandmother

I was contemplating how to convince Madam Kotono when Hina began to speak, sharing her own thoughts about Iwashimizu.

“Shizuku-chan has always been my role model, and that hasn’t changed. I’ve struggled with a weak heart since I was young, so I focused on my studies, but I’ve never been able to match Shizuku-chan, neither in middle school nor in high school.”

It seemed that Hina, like me, wanted to ensure that Iwashimizu wouldn’t have to go through any more arranged marriage meetings.

“And now, Shizuku-chan has fallen in love. Even though she’s always been uninterested in men, she’s actively pursuing this person. She visits him in the hospital every day, tutors him, and even started making bento boxes for him after he was discharged.”

Eh!? … Hina was revealing the very thing I had tried to keep hidden.

“I believe in the power of a girl in love. Even if you suggest a marriage meeting to Shizuku-chan at this point, I don’t think she’ll give the man she’s meeting any attention. After all, right now, the only person reflected in her eyes is that person.”

Hina glanced at me, and Iwashimizu, with a flushed face, looked down, seemingly embarrassed. She was adorable, but this wasn’t the time for that!

“So, please support her in her love. You care deeply about your granddaughter, right? Then, please support her in her romantic pursuits as well. I’m begging you.”

Hina bowed deeply, and the others—Fujioka, Marukawa, and Kogarasu-san—joined in, each making their own pleas. “Please,” “We’re begging you,” “Please, we’re begging you.”

Seeing our united front, Madam Kotono burst into laughter.

“Ahahaha… You all are truly amusing. Shizuku has such wonderful friends.

So, Himekawa Hina, are you saying that you wouldn’t mind if your friend’s romantic pursuit succeeds?”

Hina looked directly into Madam Kotono’s eyes and replied without hesitation.

“I won’t lose either. I vowed to be the best, to never lose to anyone.

I’ve never been able to beat Shizuku-chan before, but this time, I won’t give in.”

“Alright! If you feel that strongly about it, I won’t bring up any more arranged marriages for Shizuku.

Shizuku, if you ever need my help, just come to me, and I’ll arrange as many marriage meetings as you want. So, rest assured,”

After hearing that. She looked her grandmother straight in the eye and said, 

“In return, please promise to bless my love.

Kyousuke-san promised me that he wouldn’t let me marry someone I don’t love.

So, that means that you’ll give us your blessing if I marry Kyousuke-san, right?”

Shizuku clung to my arm and made her declaration to her grandmother.

“Hahaha… If that’s the man Shizuku chooses, I’ll give you my blessing, and I’ll even hand over the reins of the Saionji Group and the position of the family head to the two of you.

You’ve given me a new source of excitement in my life.”

I felt like I had been completely outmaneuvered! Was this intentional, Class Rep?

As I sighed softly, watching Kotono Toji laugh heartily, I felt Hina’s right hand gripping the hem of my shirt.

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A Little Side Story:

“Kyousuke-san, when did you first realize that I was Iwashimizu Shizuku?”

“Hmm?… From the very moment we first bumped into each other.”

“Oh. I thought maybe it was because Mio-chan and Maru-chan’s disguises were too obvious.”

“No, it was when I bumped into you after coming out of the toilet, and our chests collided… I recognized the shape of your breasts just from that, Class Rep. It was obvious.”

“Eh?”

“Of course, I wouldn’t mistake the shape of your large breasts. It was a given that I’d recognize them.”

(Wow… I’m happy, but I’m also a bit conflicted and slightly taken aback. Should I just accept it as a compliment, Kyousuke-san?)

This conversation, or something like it, allegedly took place on their way home.