When Two Wounded Hearts Find Solace In Each Other, Snow White (The School's Beauty) And I Were Mistakenly Labeled As A Silly Couple. - Chapter 2: Mutual Consolation Of Emotional Wounds.

Mutual Consolation Of Emotional Wounds.

“I apologize for showing you such an unsightly sight.”

As the evening sun began to turn the entire sky red, Himeno, who had finished crying, distanced herself from Takashi.

“Caw, caw,” the cawing of crows could be heard, and the sun would set in just a few more minutes.

“Don’t worry about it.”

Takashi, having mentioned that it’s natural to rely on someone during tough times, gently stroked Himeno’s head, which was now swollen and red from crying. 

Perhaps due to frequently being with his beautiful childhood friend until now, he felt no resistance to interacting with Himeno.

If he didn’t have a childhood friend, he might not have been able to gently stroke the head of a girl he had just talked to today.

“But, Takahashi-kun, you must be going through a hard time too…”

Himeno, who emitted a pleasurable sound as her head was being stroked, seemed to be expressing concern for him, even though she herself was going through a tough time.

“It’s …okay.”

Although he wasn’t entirely okay at the moment, talking to Himeno had significantly improved his mood. Thanks to her, he might not cry when he gets home and could even watch his favorite anime as a hobby.

“Takahashi-kun, you are really kind. I’ve taken advantage of that kindness.”

“It’s …fine. I can lend you my shoulder anytime…”

While his blazer and shirt bore the evidence of being dampened by her tears, it could be viewed as an honorable soaking for a man. After all, he managed to provide solace to a girl, even if only to a small extent.

“though, it’s probably better not to have such a thing happen.”

It’s better if girls don’t cry and go through difficult times.

“Yeah, but… Takahashi-kun, your chest made me feel really safe.”

Himeno, with her cheeks flushed, spoke words that seemed sweet.

“I was comforted by you, so next time, it’s your turn to be comforted by my chest.”

“…Huh?”

Frozen by words he didn’t expect, Takashi continued to stroke her head.

The idea of being comforted by her chest—meaning burying his face in that substantial mound—was different from burying his face in a man’s chest.

“Even though you must be going through a hard time, Takahashi-kun, I was really happy to be comforted by you. So, if it’s my chest, I can lend it to you.”

No matter how much she insisted on repaying him, it seemed lending her chest was embarrassing for Himeno. She blushed deeply, even visible through the gaps in her hair.

If it’s embarrassing, she could just refrain from saying it, but it seemed she really wanted to comfort herself with her own chest.

Perhaps she wanted to engage in a form of mutual comfort, licking each other’s wounds.

If she insisted, it might even be possible to push further, asking to be held as a form of gratitude… No, that would probably be too much.

Considering her lack of experience with men, it’s normal to want the first time to be with someone she likes.

“What’s wrong?”

“No, that’s… well, that’s a bit much…”

Even though he was frequently with his beautiful childhood friend, it didn’t mean he was accustomed to burying his face in a woman’s chest.

However, the instinctual desire to bury his face in a woman’s chest was undeniable. Rationality and instinct were at war in his mind.

Himeno’s proposal to comfort him with her chest was likely a genuine expression of gratitude and a desire to repay the favor.

Yet, allowing his instincts to overpower him and making a move would be inappropriate. Acting on such impulses on the first day of rejection could lead to being perceived as a frivolous guy.

“There’s a possibility I might take advantage of Snow White’s kindness and make a move.”

After school, a considerable amount of time had passed, and the only people left in the school were likely the teachers and those involved in club activities.

The rooftop was a place not frequented by many, and even if she were attacked, Himeno wouldn’t be able to call for help.

The fact that not many people come here is evident from the fact that he called her out to say something mean to Himeno.

“I can’t believe that kind-hearted person like you, Takahashi-kun, would do such a thing. And you understand the drawbacks of forcing something against someone’s will, especially as a high school student, right?”

It seemed like she was implying that she would call the police if he attempted anything beyond comforting her with his chest.

Even in high school, committing a crime could lead to arrest, and in the worst case, juvenile detention.

If that happened, it would be challenging to lead a normal life in the future, so it was better to focus on the long term rather than succumbing to momentary pleasures.

Wanting to be held by a boy she had just started talking to properly seemed a bit promiscuous.

The reason she perceived him as gentle was probably because he had comforted her despite his own hardships.

“I understand, then I’ll take up on your offer.”

He really wanted it, so Takashi decided to lean on Himeno. Despite the dryness in his mouth from crying moments ago, he took a deep breath and buried his face in Himeno’s chest, which she had opened her arms for.

“Mmm,” the unfamiliar softness and the sweet scent unique to a woman briefly overwhelmed his senses, but he managed to control his instincts.

Even with a close childhood friend nearby, he had never experienced pressing his face against someone’s chest like this.

“I’m sorry; I can’t cry anymore,” 

Takashi, who had cried enough for his entire body to be drenched in tears, couldn’t bring himself to cry anymore.

“It’s okay. The pain still comes through,” Himeno reassured him. 

The pain seems to be conveyed directly from her chest.

“Do you hate it?”

“If I thought it was a bad idea, I wouldn’t have suggested it in the first place. Just relax and let my chest comfort you.”

Seemingly embarrassed as he buries his face, Himeno’s heartbeat quickens even more.

It’s probably her first time allowing a man’s face on her chest, so feeling embarrassed is understandable.

Takashi found solace in Himeno’s chest to ease the shock of being rejected.