When I Was Presumed Dead, They Became Unhinged Unknowingly - Chapter 23

Afterward, I don’t know the details since I only heard from the teacher as I was taken to the hospital, but it seems that guy got expelled.

Sakura-san, shocked by the incident and having taken the key to the rooftop, ended up with a one-week suspension. Perhaps due to the collaboration between the school and her agency, the consequences weren’t too severe. However, rumors are spreading, and various speculations about the guy’s expulsion seem to be circulating.

My arm injury wasn’t too severe, so I was able to return to school soon.

One day, after school, while walking home with Misuzu after a long time, Sakura-san appeared. Instantly, Misuzu’s mood took a nosedive, and with lifeless eyes, she demanded an explanation from me.

“…..Satoru. I’d appreciate it if you could explain.”

“So, Senpai, you were close to the student council president. I was surprised.”

For some reason, Sakura-san’s mood also seemed bad, and though she had a smile, her eyes weren’t, giving a chilling feeling. Still, why is Sakura-san here? She should be on suspension at home.

I explained to Misuzu about my relationship with Sakura-san and decided to send her home for now. It might be an important conversation related to that incident, so after promising to make up for it later, I got her reluctant agreement and went to a nearby family restaurant to have a talk.

“So, what’s going on?”

“Senpai, what’s your relationship with the student council president? Are you dating?”

“N-no, we’re not dating. There’s just a connection due to some circumstances.”

Her smile persisted as she spoke quickly, making me feel rushed. Her eyes still didn’t show a smiling expression, and I didn’t know how to handle it. Did I do something to upset her? Is it that bad for Misuzu to be involved with her? Maybe they have some kind of history. I’ll ask Misuzu about it tomorrow.

“Oh, I see. Even so, you looked so close. Isn’t it strange to cling to each other like that when you’re not dating? Besides, the student council president is usually like a role model for the school, but in front of you, she’s like that.”

“W-well, Misuzu is just being friendly. We’re really not dating.”

“Hmm, well, if Senpai says so, I can’t help but believe it.”

While sipping green tea through a straw, Sakura looked at me with a sharp gaze. Her face still seemed dissatisfied.

“So, what about today? Aren’t you on suspension?”

“I… wanted to thank Senpai, so I came to see you. I haven’t had a chance to express my gratitude. Thank you so much for everything.”

“No, not helping in that situation would be weird as a person.”

“Well, not just for that, but Senpai, it seems you did various things for me without my knowledge.”

“… I’m sorry.”

“No, it’s okay. I’m grateful to Senpai. Thanks to you, I was able to talk to my parents, and I had a discussion with the manager. Thank you so much.”

Bowing deeply to express her thanks, Sakura must have improved her relationship with her parents.

“So, um, about that…”

“Yeah?”

“Well, um, that thing…”

Sakura-san, blushing, looked at me with a shy expression and hesitantly brought up the topic.

“Do you remember that thing?”

“That thing?”

“Um, about Senpai seeing me as a little sister.”

“Yeah, I remember.”

“So, um…”

After lowering her gaze for a moment, Sakura-san turned to face me with determination.

“Can I call you ‘Onii-chan’?”

“Huh? Yeah, sure, that’s fine.”

“Really?”

“Yeah, it’s fine.”

“Thank you so much. From now on, please take care of me, Onii-chan.”

“Yeah, take care of me too, Sakura.”

She beamed a carefree smile, expressing her gratitude.