One day, my best friend suddenly turned into a sickly girl from the TS - Chapter 11: Spending the Holiday with Yoru

Saturday, the day of freedom from the confines of school. But I had no particular plans. No plans to go out, nor was anyone coming over… Yeah, I was bored.

“…?”

Just as I was pondering how to spend the day, a message from Yoru popped up. It was an inquiry about whether it was okay to come to my place since she was free. There was no reason to refuse, so I replied to Yoru, “Sure, come on over.”

“…Guess I should wash my face.”

Even though she said she’d get ready before coming, considering she used to be a guy, she’d probably get ready quickly. I needed to make myself presentable, too… Well, it’s Yoru. She probably wouldn’t comment even if I were in pajamas, but still…

“Oh, are you going out somewhere?”

“Yoru’s coming over.”

“Oh my! That’s nice!”

Mom clapped her hands happily. She had always liked Yoru, often treating her to meals when she visited. Even after Yoru contracted TS disease and became a woman, Mom’s view of her didn’t change.

“…Mom, you don’t say anything, huh?”

“About what?”

“About Yoru being a woman now, suggesting I reconsider our relationship.”

“Of course not. She turned from a boy to a girl, but she’s still Yoru, right? She might be ‘chan’ now instead of ‘kun,’ but for you, she remains a dear friend, and for me, she’s the dear friend of my precious son.”

…Right, that’s just like Mom.

Dad would say something similar. I’ve always felt blessed to have such wonderful parents.

“Alright, let’s get ready.”

So, I’ll quickly get ready before Yoru arrives.

…But should I go and pick her up? It’s Yoru, but once I start worrying, I can’t help it. After brushing my teeth, washing my face, and changing clothes, I left the house immediately.

“…It’s starting to get chilly.”

Feeling the Chill with Yoru

With winter approaching, the wind caressing my cheeks felt cold.

I hurried towards Yoru’s house… but why was I so rushed? Was I that worried about Yoru?

“…Ah, damn! This TS disease is such a hassle!”

That complaint wasn’t directed at Yoru but rather at the disease itself.

As I headed straight for Yoru’s house… huh? A beautiful woman was walking my way… wait, isn’t that Yoru?

“…? Yuuki?”

“…Yeah, it’s Yoru.”

All my worries were needless.

As I caught my breath in front of Yoru, she asked cautiously.

“Is something wrong? You’re in such a hurry…”

“…Ah…”

Admitting I was worried about her felt embarrassing.

I quickly concocted a reason, a perfect, unquestionable excuse.

“I was just out for a bit of exercise, and then—”

But Yoru laughed at my words.

“Don’t lie. Were you worried about me because I’m a woman now?”

“………”

Yes, I was worried.

How did Yoru figure that out so easily? Why does her voice sound so gentle? It’s making my back tingle. Not to mention, Yoru looked particularly feminine today.

“That reaction gives it away, Yuki. You scratch your head when you’re trying to deceive. Did you know that?”

“Seriously!? I had no idea!”

“…Didn’t know, huh? Well, I guess it’s fine if only I know.”

I never realized I had such a habit.

Contrary to Yoru’s chuckling, I felt extremely embarrassed. I looked away from her grinning face and scratched my head… Oh.

“Ahaha!!”

“…Grr!!”

Do Yoru understand me more than I understand myself? Maybe she even knows things about me that I haven’t realized. I’m curious, but that’s for another time.

“Yeah, I was worried! Come on, let’s go!”

“Okay.”

Yoru walked beside me as we started moving.

Glancing at Yoru, I couldn’t help but notice how beautiful her long, silky hair was and how her knit sweater under her jacket emphasized her chest. Her skirt and black knee-highs… she looked incredibly stunning.

“…You look unbelievably good in that.”

“Really? Hehe, thanks.”

“…Yeah.”

It was alarming. The person walking beside me was supposed to be Yoru, but it felt like someone else entirely.

“I had to ditch men’s clothes with this body. Mom and I went shopping together.”

“Really?”

“Yuki said he’d be happy if I wore something he liked. So, I picked out this outfit—”

Does she realize she’s saying embarrassing things? Probably not. Yoru’s way of speaking, which somehow always appeals to others, hasn’t changed even after becoming a woman. She’s chatting happily with Kanase, too. It seems Yoru has a natural charm that endears her to many people.

“So, that’s the story… but the main thing is, I can tell.”

“Tell what?”

“What kind of outfit would men appreciate.”

Saying this, Yoru hugged my arm against her chest.

“Doesn’t this make you happy? It’s soft.”

“…You are something else!”

Stop playing with the pure heart of a healthy high school boy!

Yoru, hugging my arm to her ample chest and chuckling merrily, and me, blushing furiously – what a scene… Yoru are too cunning.

“…But, well.”

“Hmm?”

“…It’s definitely nice.”

“Right?♪”

How could it not be? The softness, even through the sweater, is unbelievable. Yoru seem to understand what men would like in terms of clothing and what actions would please them…

“You’re invincible, aren’t you? Of course, other men would be happy with that――”

“Huh? I don’t care about other guys. I only care about Yuki.”

“…Is that so?”

“Yeah. Anyway, let’s get going.”

“Y-Yeah…”

.Lately, I feel like I’m losing my grasp on who Yoru is.

And so, amidst all this, Yoru was going to my house.