Someone Who Believes They Can Live Normally in a World Where Chastity Is Reversed (Did You Think You Could Live Normally in a World With a Male-To-Female Ratio of 1:5?)

Sunday.

Stepping out into the sunlight in the morning and listening to the chirping of birds, I wonder how long it’s been.

“Yawn…”

Rubbing my sleepy eyes. The current time was surprisingly 7 in the morning. Waking up at this hour must have been reminiscent of my high school days.

Since coming to this world, I hadn’t woken up at this time. Ever since I entered college, my lifestyle habits have been all over the place.

Stretching upwards and taking a deep breath.

The air was dry and incredibly refreshing. The fresh greenery in the park made me feel as if it was circulating throughout my body.

Upon reaching my destination, I set down my belongings. There seemed to be a somewhat unfamiliar sign posted, but I couldn’t see it clearly due to my drowsiness.

“Should I do some warm-up exercises…”

I did some light stretching and then some jumping. Yeah. My body’s movements weren’t bad.

Today, of course, I came here for a reason. If there wasn’t a reason, I wouldn’t have been able to wake up at this time.

“Masato-nii-san!”

A cheerful voice called out from behind, and when I turned around, I saw a girl I had become quite familiar with, carrying a navy enamel backpack.

“Yuka, good morning.”

“Yes! Good morning!”

Full of energy from the morning. Her smile was radiant. Today, I made a promise with Yuka to do some morning practice. Apparently, there’s a tournament later, and she asked me to join her for warm-up exercises before that.

Honestly, I might not be able to wake up so early… I sent a pitiful message like that, and she even called me at 6 in the morning.

How thoughtful of her (not).

Yuka’s energetic warm-up wasn’t something I disagreed with, and if I could accompany her, I’d like to.

“Sorry for making you come so early!”

“It’s okay, it’s okay. I also need to wake up early for the sake of my health…”

Bowing my head slightly, I started my warm-up exercises with Yuka. We planned to do it for about an hour. Overdoing it might affect the tournament later, so it should just be a light warm-up.

“How are you feeling? Nervous?”

“Well… not really. There’s no one stronger than you, Masato-nii-san.”

What courage…

I silently apologized to the opposing school in my mind.

—-

“Haaa!”

“Nice form.”

The ball released by Yuka was smoothly sucked into the hoop. A beautiful shooting form. How many kids her age could move like this?

“Alright, looking good.”

Yuka’s expression as she opened and closed her right hand was full of seriousness. The contrast between her usual adorable demeanor and this side of her was also part of her charm.

I glanced at the clock installed in the park. It was almost 8 in the morning.

“Yuka! Shall we call it a day? It’s not good to overdo it, and I think this is just right!”

“…! Yes! Thank you very much!”

She seemed surprised when she looked at the clock. She must have been so absorbed in basketball that she didn’t pay attention to the time. She drank some sports drink from her water bottle and then tidied up the ball and other equipment.

Her expression seemed a bit tense, so even if she wasn’t aware of it herself, she might be nervous after all.

Oh, right.

“Yuka, here.”

“…? What is it?”

I took out what I needed from my bag.

What I picked up was the black wristband I had used before.

I had bought it for matches, but… due to circumstances, I couldn’t use it much.

“If you don’t need it, you can decline. But if you’d like, you can use this.”

“! Is… Is it okay?!”

“Of course. I haven’t used it much, so it’s practically new. Oh, but my initials are on the back, so if you don’t like that–“

“I’ll use it!! Just as it is!! Please let me use it!!”

Oh, she’s really eager for it. When I handed the wristband to Yuka, she immediately put it on her wrist. She was sparkling like she received a treasure.

T-This isn’t such a great thing…

“Since it might feel weird to use it suddenly in the actual match, try wearing it during practice beforehand. If it feels uncomfortable, you can take it off. If there are no issues, you can wear it.”

“Yes…! Thank you very much! I’ll treasure it… really!”

Wow, she’s really enthusiastic. It’s not such a great thing, but… well, if she’s happy, I can’t feel bad.

“I’ll do my best today!”

Yuka’s radiant smile was, as always, adorable.

—

After Yuka waved her hands and headed to the tournament,

“Now then…”

Actually, I’ve already figured out which school Yuka’s tournament is being held at. And, it’s open for the general public to watch.

“Shall I go watch~”

I’d like to see Yuka’s game. I felt like a big brother going to watch his little sister’s game. Even though I’ve never had a sister.

I went back home for a moment and took a shower. The moment I stepped out of the shower, I was hit by a strong wave of sleepiness, but I managed to withstand it with determination.

If I sleep now, I’ll definitely sleep until evening. I have to avoid that… The school where Yuka’s tournament is being held is within cycling distance.

It’s nice not having to spend money on transportation. After resting for a bit and having a late breakfast, I went out again. I hopped on my slightly worn-out bicycle and pedaled vigorously despite the scorching summer sun.

—

About 30 minutes later.

Arriving at my destination, I parked my bicycle in the bike parking area.

In addition to the usual sound of balls hitting the ground, I could hear the buzzer unique to basketball tournaments, as well as the squeaking sound of basketball shoes.

I borrowed slippers at the entrance and headed upstairs where I could watch the game.

“Wow, it’s quite spacious here…”

The gymnasium was larger than I had expected, with two games being played simultaneously in the center.

If I remember correctly, Yuka’s school’s name is…

“Oh, it’s over there.”

It seems like the timing was just right.

They finished warming up and were about to line up.

Yuka is quite tall for a first-year middle school student, so I thought I wouldn’t be able to tell which player she was just by looking at the lineup… but that was needless worry.

“That girl….”

Before her hairstyle or her jersey number.

The black wristband on her left hand jumped into my sight first.

I wonder if she made sure it didn’t feel weird to wear it. Even though she doesn’t have to force herself to wear it… I’m a little happy that she does.

I made my way to a position where I could watch the game properly… and saw Yuka’s expression.

She looked more serious than usual. It seems like she’s really focused.

Since she’s concentrating so hard, I didn’t want to make her feel nervous by noticing me in front of her guardians or something, so I decided not to go to the seats in front and instead watch the game from the back.

—-

In the end, as expected, Yuka was extraordinary.

That girl is too good. She scored points relentlessly from the start, and the opponents couldn’t handle her, so they started double-teaming her.

Yuka’s passing skills were also good.

Her teammates, the third-year students, were good at basketball, so if they get the ball free, she can score.

She said the students who bullied her before were second-year students, and the third-year students are all nice people, so it seems like they have good teamwork.

It seemed like the third-year students were happy to entrust the ball to Yuka.

As I watched the point gap widen, I trembled.

Could it be… is my child too strong?!

“Um, excuse me…”

While I was enjoying Yuka’s domination, a voice came from the front…? It was from a timid-looking man.

“? What is it?”

“Are you here to cheer for our middle school?”

“Well, sort of, yeah.”

“That’s great! In that case, would you like to watch from the front?”

Ah, so that’s why the parents have been glancing over at me. Hmm. Well, with the score gap widening like this, I guess it doesn’t matter much anymore…?

Since I’m already here, I kinda want to watch the play a bit closer.

“Well, then, if you insist…”

I stood up and moved to the front. From here, I could see the game well.

“Wow! He’s so cool! Who are you cheering for?”

“Oh, he’s cool! Are you someone’s big brother?”

“Was there ever a child with such a handsome older brother?!”

What’s with all this attention!

“Yuka…, Yuka Maeda’s… brother, kind of.”

“Eh~! Yuka-chan has a big brother?!”

“No wonder Yuka-chan is cute!”

While feeling slightly uncomfortable with the mothers’ intense enthusiasm, I looked back at the court.

In the second half, the point difference began to widen significantly… but Yuka didn’t let up.

Yuka was still being double-teamed as usual.

However, she created space between the defenders with her skillful crossovers and broke through with her agile drives.

When the defenders who came to help were sufficiently drawn in, she faked a pass…

Then, taking advantage of the gap in the defense, Yuka went for a mid-range jumper.

That’s my favorite spot, too. I used to shoot from there a lot.

―― I somehow see myself in Yuka. Even though she’s a much better player than me.

Beautiful form. There’s no way it’ll miss. I was sure it would go in the moment I shot it.

With a satisfying swoosh, the ball was sucked into the hoop.

My eyes met Yuka’s, a look of surprise on her face.

The buzzer sounded, signaling the opposing team’s timeout.

However, no matter how they strategized from here, the gap and the remaining time were hopeless.

Yuka’s team’s victory was assured.

…As Yuka returned to the bench, she kept glancing over here.

I waved my hand lightly, but I’m glad I wasn’t sitting where she could see me from the beginning. It might have added unnecessary pressure.

Yuka showing off her wristband hand so conspicuously was adorable.

Alright, alright. It’s okay. I was watching properly, after all.

—-

After finishing watching one more game, I decided to head home.

I was extremely tired from being bombarded with questions by energetic parents and basketball enthusiasts I used to teach with Yuka during the break.

Middle school girls are terrifying. Yuka also played a big role in the second game.

Winning both games today seems to have extended the retirement of the third-year students.

Seeing Yuka celebrate with the third-year students was dazzling.

She’ll probably be busy with meetings and stuff after this.

I’m tired from being active since morning, so I’ll go home and sleep…

Returning the slippers to the shoe locker, I stepped outside…

“Masato-nii-san!”

…I thought.

Turning around, there stood today’s hero.

“Yuka, good work.”

“Ah, um, well, T-thank you for coming.”

“It’s fine, it’s fine. Rather, sorry for coming without saying anything.”

“No! I was happy… um.”

Yuka seemed a little shy, looking down. After a moment, as if making up her mind, Yuka lifted her head.

“Um! The meeting will end in about 15 minutes… so, would you like to go home together…?”

To be honest, until just now, I was full of the feeling that I wanted to go home quickly and sleep because I was tired.

However, being asked like this by today’s hero, I couldn’t bring myself to refuse at all.

—

Afterward, while I was waiting near the school gate, Yuka hurriedly approached.

Some seniors and parents were shouting loudly from behind, and Yuka came rushing in with a bright red face, so I wondered what was going on.

Yuka energetically pushed my back, so I had no choice but to leave the scene.

Putting Yuka’s belongings in the basket of my bike, we walked together on the road in the twilight.

“Why… why didn’t you tell me earlier?”

“If I did, wouldn’t it put pressure on you, Yuka?”

“Hmph…”

Even her pouting face is cute. It’s a stark contrast to when she’s playing basketball. She must have looked like a demon to the opposing team…

“Hey, Masato-nii-san, wanna play some basketball before we go home?”

“Huh?! Yuka, you must be tired from playing…”

“Just a little! Just a little!”

Certainly, the usual park isn’t too far from here. However, Yuka has played two games already.

I don’t want to push her too hard when she’s tired… Besides…

I gaze at the dazzling sky at dusk.

“Isn’t it getting dark already?”

“Then let’s hurry!”

As soon as she said that, Yuka pointed at the bike I was holding.

“I’ll ride it! You can sit behind me, Onii-san!”

“No, if anyone’s riding, it should be the other way around!”

“Eh, really? Then, will you give me ride?”

Uh… It’s hard to refuse when she asks with those pleading eyes.

Well, it’s fine! Yuka did her best today, after all.

“Okay, got it! Let’s go, hop on!”

“Yay…! Thank you so much!”

After confirming that Yuka was on the back, I started pedaling the bike. Feeling Yuka’s warmth as she snuggled up closely to my back.

The breeze blowing through feels pleasant.

“~~♪♪”

Even without looking back, I can tell.

Yuka seems to be in a very good mood, as her grip around my waist is very strong.

Well, this isn’t so bad once in a while, huh.

—

The incident occurred after we arrived at the park.

Yuka and I safely reached the park, and I went to park my bike at the bicycle parking area. In the meantime, Yuka went ahead to the court with the ball.

In front of the court, Yuka stopped in her tracks.

“What’s wrong?”

I turned around, and Yuka’s face was pale, which startled me.

What on earth…?

“Masato-nii-san,… this…”

Yuka’s voice was half mixed with tears.

At the entrance of the court.

There was a notice posted there. Come to think of it, something happened this morning too…

From behind Yuka, I read the contents of the notice.

It said, [Notice of Basketball Court Demolition]

(T/N: I’ll resume the cat-like sister soon)