My Beautiful Childhood Friend Is Working in a Maid Cafe For Some Reason - Chapter 81

“I’ll definitely go to school tomorrow.”

“Yeah, got it.”

“Well then, see you tomorrow, Yuu-kun.”

“Oh, wait. I forgot to mention something.”

As both of us were about to reach for our room doors, Yuu-kun suddenly turned to me as if he had just remembered something.

What could it be? Oh, maybe he’s finally going to confess to me since he hasn’t done it yet!

Yuu-kun had a serious look in his eyes. I stared back at him, trying to calm my heart that was about to burst.

“About today…at the clothing store, I didn’t get to say it then, but everything you tried on looked great on you.”

…That wasn’t what I expected. But still, I’m happy. I’m really happy, Yuu-kun.

I didn’t like being treated like a dress-up doll at the store, but hearing that from Yuu-kun made it all worth it.

“Ah, thank you. I’ll keep that in mind for the next time I shop.”

I’ll buy clothes that will make Yuu-kun happy. Clothes that will make him call me cute. Clothes that will make him say they suit me. Clothes that will make him love me.

“Well then, see you tomorrow—”

“—Oh, and one more thing.”

Just when I thought it was finally time to say goodbye and turned toward the door, Yuu-kun’s slightly louder voice echoed down the hallway.

When I looked back at him, he had an expression like he wanted to say something…but couldn’t. It was a complicated look.

Then, with a look of determination, he clenched his fists. Seeing Yuu-kun’s serious face, I instinctively held my breath.

—Ah, this must be it. He’s going to confess to me now.

I felt certain. He had the same expression as the boys who had confessed to me in the past.

My heart started beating faster. I already knew my answer, but could I say it without messing up? I needed to respond clearly.

“Could you take down the photos of me in your room?”

“…Huh?”

It was completely different from what I expected. I thought Yuu-kun was going to confess his love, but instead, he asked me to remove the photos of him. Why!?

“I-Is it because it’s heavy and makes you uncomfortable…?”

“No, it’s not that…”

What is it then? Why do you look like it’s hard to say? I’ll do my best to avoid anything that Yuu-kun dislikes, you know?

“I-It’s just that…from now on, I’ll be the one watching over you, Yukina. So, I think it would be better to take down the photos and put them in an album.”

“But…those photos don’t just symbolize being watched by you; they also symbolize me watching you.”

Yes, I want Yuu-kun to be the first thing I see when I wake up in the morning. And before I go to sleep at night, I want him to be the last thing I see. I want to fill the beginning and end of my day with Yuu-kun!

“T-Then, you can just look at the real me. The…the real me instead of the photos…”

I’m pretty sure I’m smiling with a really goofy face right now. I don’t need to check a mirror to know. So, I quickly covered my mouth with both hands.

Y-Yuu-kun is jealous…of his own photos! So cute!

“Are you saying you want me to only look at you?”

I knew it was a teasing question, but since he teased me earlier, this is payback.

“Well, if that’s what you think, then maybe that’s it.”

“…That’s the same line I use on my junior!”

Yuu-kun, who had turned away in a huff, was also so cute. Despite everything, Yuu-kun is a tsundere. While I was only pretending to be one, Yuu-kun is a real tsundere who just can’t be honest with himself.

“Alright. Since jealous Yuu-kun is so cute, I’ll take down the photos and keep them safe.”

“W-Who’s jealous!?”

His overreaction is adorable too. I like Yuu-kun so much that I just can’t help but tease him a little.

“I’ll be watching you, so…make sure you watch me too, okay?”

I tilted my head cutely on purpose. Isn’t it charming? It’s a pose I learned from Miyuki-san to look extra cute.

“Bye-bye!”

Without saying another word, Yuu-kun quickly went inside his room. Normally, he would say something…I wonder what’s wrong?

Once I got back to my room, I took out my computer.

You know, Yuu-kun, there’s no need for you to be jealous of photos. After all, I’m always watching you.

I opened my laptop, and Yuu-kun’s image appeared on the screen. At the same time, I put on my headphones. Then, I heard Yuu-kun’s voice.

‘When did Yukina learn to pull off such cute tricks…’

“…Geez, Yuu-kun. Don’t say things like that so easily…I’m listening, you know?”

Yuu-kun doesn’t know. He doesn’t know that his room has been bugged with cameras and microphones.

When I close my eyes, I recall that conversation I had with Akari-chan that day—

‘You know, Akari-chan, I want to spy on Yuu-kun, both visually and audibly.’

Akari-chan was understandably shocked. Her cheeks twitched with discomfort.

‘U-Um, Yukina-chan, even though you love my brother, isn’t that a crime?’

‘As long as I don’t get caught, it’s fine. Besides, I’ve finally saved up enough money. I want to watch over Yuu-kun!’

‘Yukina-chan, you’re taking this too far…’

‘But Yuu-kun never notices my feelings…’

‘My brother is so insensitive…’

‘So, Akari-chan, can you let your mom know when you get home?’

‘I-I won’t take any responsibility for what happens…’

Akari-chan told her mom for me. That night, I received a report that the message had been delivered.

Akari-chan is such a good girl. Even though she loves Yuu-kun, she still supports me despite my selfishness, even if it means being apart from him.

In the future, I’ll have to shower her with lots of love, together with Yuu-kun!

And Yuu-kun’s mom acted quickly. In just a few days, she prepared everything and set it all up while Yuu-kun was out.

‘This feels like a spy mission. How fun!’

Yuu-kun’s mom was really into it.

‘Yukina-chan, take care of Yusuke. If you think you have a chance, go for it!’

‘Yes!’

Thanks to that, when I saw Yuu-kun dressed up to go out today, I was devastated. I thought for sure he was going on a date with either that junior girl or Miyuki-senpai.

But, in the end, he did it all for me.

Everything Yuu-kun did was for me!

So, you see, that’s why I’m so happy right now. Knowing Yuu-kun feels the same way, and that I can watch over him whenever he’s in his room. I’m incredibly satisfied.

“This way, I’m not bothering anyone…and I won’t have any regrets, so it’s okay, right?”

I looked at the purikura photo we took when we made up. It captured the moment when I managed to sneak a kiss on Yuu-kun’s cheek.

I instinctively touched my lips.

I kissed him. I kissed him. I kissed him!

Thinking back on it, I get embarrassed all over again. I really wanted to kiss him on the lips, but I decided to hold back for now.

But, if just kissing his cheek made me feel this embarrassed, what will happen when we kiss on the lips!? I don’t think I’ll be able to control myself!

But, but, but! One day, we’ll definitely kiss, so I’m going to make sure it happens! I don’t know when, but it will happen!

“…So, you see?”

I whispered softly to Yuu-kun on the other side of the screen.

“Thank you for making up with me. From now on, and forever…I’ll always love you…So, let’s make it official, okay?”