The Case About Two Sisters Becoming Extremely Obsessed With Me After I Saved Them - Chapter 87: Answer

Chapter 87: Answer

That day, night fell early.

“…Kanade…”

Kanade had conveyed to me that she liked me, that she loved me.

Her expression at that moment was very serious, and above all, it made me feel that she truly felt that way about me.

In the end, she told me that it was okay not to say anything at that time, but it meant that I came to know the feelings she carried.

“You’re troubled, aren’t you, Hayato-kun?”

“Well, yeah…”

Arisa leaned against me on the bed.

Although Kanade had confessed to me, it didn’t bring about such a drastic change in our relationship until now, so I continued to interact with her as usual.

So even after bringing her home, and even during our dinner together just now, we conversed just as we always did.

“But somehow, I can understand Kanade-chan’s feelings. Aina and I noticed her feelings, and I think Hayato-kun had some idea too, despite thinking it couldn’t be possible because she’s your cousin.”

“Yeah.”

Yes, when I think about it again, it was something that could easily be understood considering everything up until now.

Certainly, Kanade was my cousin, and it was a complete coincidence that I found out about it. 

But I wanted to treasure the bond I formed with her, and her adoration towards me was so cute… 

That’s why when I found out she was my cousin, I wanted to continue cherishing her.

“Onii-san♪”

“Onii-san!”

“Onii-san…♪”

Various expressions of Kanade floated in and out of my mind.

To be honest, there were many times when Kanade made my heart race, and it was certainly a joy to have her by my side, always ready to snuggle up to me at the slightest provocation.

But deep down, what remained within me were Arisa, Aina, and of course, Sakuna-san… But in the end, nothing had changed in my heart.

“I wonder… if you got the answer?”

“Yeah. To be honest, I even thought of just going with the flow. But my answer has already been determined—though it might be disappointing for Arisa and Aina.”

“…”

“I’m going to see Kanade.”

I informed Arisa and stood in front of the room where Kanade was.

Apparently, she was talking with Aina inside, and their close bond was clearly evident. At the same time, I started feeling a bit anxious about what expression Kanade would have.

Nevertheless, I had to convey what needed to be said. It was for both of our sakes and an important step towards the future.

“May I come in?”

“Yeah, of course!”

“Onii-san…?”

With permission granted, I entered the room.

Well, it was my own house, so I didn’t really need permission. But since I was entering a room where only girls were, it was just a matter of consideration or rather, it’s important to show concern as a gentleman, right?

Inside, I was greeted by Aina’s smile and Kanade, who initially seemed a bit awkward but quickly put on a smile.

“What’s wrong?”

“I wanted to talk to Kanade for a bit.”

“Ah…”

Seeing Kanade tremble with a start, Aina must have sensed something… and above all, it seemed like Aina understood more than anyone, just like Arisa did. 

Aina stood up quickly and left the room, leaving only Kanade and me behind. 

I sat down next to her and began to speak slowly.

“Did you have fun today?” 

“Yes. I had a really great time.”

“I see. That’s good.”

The conversation paused there, but I scolded myself, thinking that I needed to be firm in times like these.

I lightly tapped my cheeks and continued speaking without putting on any airs.

“I… I think of you as my precious little sister, Kanade.”

“…Yes.”

“To be honest… When someone I care about, confesses their feelings to me, there was a part of me that thought I should respond to all of it… or maybe just go with the flow, in a way. It might sound ridiculous, considering I’ve already exchanged feelings with three other women… but they shaped who I am now… and that’s something I couldn’t change.”

I cherished Kanade… but it was as a little sister, after all.

There were times when I felt my heart race and things that made me nervous… there were. But it never went beyond that, and in reality, it’s Arisa, Aina, and Sakuna-san who have shaped the person I am today.

“…Hehe, I guess I got rejected, huh?”

“….”

Kanade simply smiled.

Though there was a fleeting fragility that made it seem like her heart might tear apart, she chuckled, took my hand, and nestled her face into my chest, embracing me tightly.

“Can you listen to me without getting mad?”

“Yeah.”

“…It’s about Onii-san. I couldn’t help but wonder if there was a chance you might accept it… if you might respond despite your hesitation.”

“…”

Perhaps I got carried away by the situation…?

As I gently stroked Kanade’s head, which wouldn’t let go, I questioned myself if this was truly the right choice… I had thought the same during the times with Arisa, Aina, and Sakuna-san… I never imagined that a day would come when I would have such a dilemma.

“Onii-san.” 

“Yeah?”

When Kanade lifted her face… her eyes were filled with tears.

Seeing the faint trail of tears, I almost thought about saying that my previous words were a lie and that this was how things truly were, just so she could be reassured… but even such arrogance crossed my mind.

But… she, Kanade, will always be my little sister, no matter what.

“I… I want to stay by Onii-san’s side from now on. Even though we’re not blood-related, I want to be by your side as your sister.”

Saying that, Kanade had a beaming expression on her face.

I was happy that she wished to be together, and I had no intention of rejecting that in the slightest.

Kanade’s expression was refreshing, showing that she understood various things.

“But it might be tough from now on. Finding someone better than Onii-san… Hmm, maybe I’ll be single for life?”

“No, no, there are plenty of guys better than me. Well, I won’t let any weirdo have you, though!”

“…Ufufu♪”

After that, Arisa and Aina entered the room, and we talked for a while.

Not only did they respect my answer, but they also promised to treat Kanade as a precious little sister, just like I did.

(It’s really a luxurious dilemma, or rather, it’s a sigh of relief.)

Well, I strongly felt that I wanted to continue being the kind of person who could proudly say that I am her brother…