The Villain Who Got Pinned Down Until He Ran Out Of Stamina ~ This Time I Raised The Protagonist's Affection Too Much And Everyone Fell For Me~ - Chapter 24: "After School Is My Time, Isn't It?"

The 5th and 6th periods were canceled for discussions about the school camping trip. Having classes cut for these kinds of events was one of the unique and enjoyable memories of being a student.

Time always passed quickly when doing enjoyable things…

“We’ve gone a bit over time. Today was an explanation about the main flow of the camping trip, but tomorrow you’ll decide on role assignments within your groups. Keep in mind that you’ll also need to decide on group leaders. Well then, goodbye.”

With those parting words, our homeroom teacher, Takebayashi-sensei, left the classroom.

“The camping trip is seriously going to be fun!” 

“There’ll be lots of tiring things like walking and moving around, but staying overnight with everyone is great~”

After school, the classroom buzzed with excitement about the camping trip that had just been explained.

I was putting my materials into my bag so I could leave quickly, as Hibari was waiting for me… when Yuito, who had finished preparing to leave earlier, came to my desk.

“I’m looking forward to the camping trip, Yuji-kun!” 

“The first day is hiking, right? Sounds tiring from day one.” 

“I’m excited about making curry together with everyone afterward!” 

“Yeah, me too.”

Just imagining it made me excited.

Having finished preparing to leave, I exited the classroom with Yuito.

“Aren’t you going home with Mahiro-san and Riina-san today?” 

“They both said they had something to do and told me to go ahead.” 

“I see.”

They seemed quite busy today.

“Oh, right. Yuito, if you don’t mind…” 

“Sure, it’s fine.” 

“I haven’t even said anything yet!?” 

“I’ll say yes to any request from Yuji-kun.”

He really was a pure-hearted guy who never doubted others…

“Oh really… then how about that thing during lunch break?”

His innocence made me want to tease him a bit.

“T-that… is too embarrassing…”

Yuito made an X sign with his fingers in front of his mouth, his cheeks slightly flushed as he remembered what had happened during lunch. Sometimes I wondered if Yuito wasn’t secretly the heroine… His heroine energy was incredible.

“Is your request… that? Even for you, Yuji-kun… but if you really insist…” 

“No, no! I just wanted to exchange contact information with you if that’s okay. Then I can invite you to hang out too.” 

“Of course!!”

Yuito’s face lit up with a bright smile. We successfully exchanged contact information.

After changing shoes at the shoe lockers and walking through the grounds, I could see Hibari waiting near the school gate as usual, but…

“So maids really do exist in real life! Damn… I could stare forever…” 

“Does that mean there’s someone rich enough at this school to employ such a beautiful maid?” 

“She’s really beautiful… I want to get to know her…”

What was different today was that many students passing by Hibari were giving her curious glances. The discussion about the camping trip had made us run late, so we ended up leaving when many students were heading home.

In the first place, a beautiful woman who was clearly an outsider—not even wearing a uniform but a maid outfit—standing alone at the school gate was bound to stand out.

“…”

As for Hibari, she maintained her usual expressionless face. But even that stance highlighted her beauty, attracting people to her.

“Hibari-san is beautiful today too.” 

“Yeah, she is.”

It really was luxurious to have such a beautiful maid taking care of me every day, though her personality was a bit peculiar.

“She’s waiting, so we should hurry… hm?”

Suddenly, I noticed some male students standing a short distance away from Hibari.

“…Let’s try talking to her.” 

“No, she probably won’t give us the time of day…”

They were whispering among themselves, but then started approaching Hibari…

“Sorry, Yuito. Looks like something troublesome is about to happen, so I’ll go scatter those guys with my intimidating face. See you later!” 

“I think your face is fine as it is, Yuji-kun. Yeah, see you later.”

I ran over to where Hibari was. In the past, Hibari had…

“Come on, miss. Don’t ignore me—GYAAAHHH!?”

Mercilessly kicked a guy who was hitting on her right in the groin, so these guys were in danger!!!

“Whoa!? Some scary dude is coming!” 

“Scary!! L-let’s run!!”

When I approached with a frown and deliberately heavy footsteps, the guys who were trying to get close to Hibari scattered and left, just as I’d planned.

“Good work, Yuji-sama. You look especially frightening today.” 

“All thanks to a certain beautiful someone who attracts attention. Sigh…”

“Yuji-kun and Hibari-san get along so well~ hehe.”

Yuito watched Yuji and Hibari with a warm smile. From behind him… Mahiro and Riina approached.

“It seems Kasajima-kun is making good use of his shortcomings. Hehe. Perfect for warding off unwanted attention.” 

“Anyone would be scared if such an intimidating face came up from behind~” 

“Mahiro-chan and Riina-chan! Are you ready to go home now?” 

“I was just talking with Riina for a bit.” 

“By the way, Yui-kun. Do you know that beautiful woman?” 

“She’s Hibari-san, Yuji-kun’s maid. She and Yuji-kun get along really well.” 

“I see~” 

“Is that the type of woman you like, Yuito?” 

“Hmm, I think I prefer kind people.” 

“I was asking if you liked that beautiful woman… but you’re cute, so it’s fine.” 

“?”

While Mahiro watched Yuito tilt his head in confusion with a smile… Riina was staring at Hibari with interest.

“Beautiful, and she gets along well with Kasajima Yuji… could she be the girl from the amusement park… hmm.” 

“Riina-chan?” 

“It’s nothing, Yui-kun. Come on, let’s go home ♪”

“…Beautiful sisters. True to their name.” 

“Hm? Hibari, aren’t you coming?”

I had started walking toward the car, but when I looked back, Hibari wasn’t following me and seemed to be staring at something. Her gaze was directed at… Yuito and the others?

“Shall we go?” 

“? O-okay.”

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“We have arrived, Yuji-sama.” 

“Huh…?”

I woke up to Hibari’s voice. I had intended to just close my eyes and relax until we got home, but it seemed I had fallen asleep.

“Here you go.” 

“Thank you… yawn~”

Hibari opened the door for me. While rubbing my still sleepy eyes, I got out of the car and…

“Huh? Where is this?”

I was suddenly wide awake. I had thought we’d arrived at my apartment building, but… we were in some parking lot.

“After school is my time, isn’t it?” 

“Eh, eh?” 

“Shall we go then?” 

“Where to!?” 

“Why, on an after-school outing, of course.”