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 60: Childhood Friend's Happiness.

Childhood Friend’s Happiness.

“Ta-kun”

The moment I returned home from Himeno’s place, Marika came running and embraced me.

Even though she has a spare key, Marika has been staying at home until late at night recently.

It seems that Himeno’s loneliness disappeared as we were kissing passionately until a while ago, but now it seems I am about to engage with Marika.

Slightly smaller than Himeno, Marika’s T-shirt conveys a soft sensation almost directly.

“Ta-kun’s touch is soothing.”

She nuzzled against my chest.

She presses against me much more closely than she used to, and the reason is clear: we have less time to spend together.

Marika dotes on me to the extent of a serious brother complex, so it wouldn’t be surprising if she felt lonely.

If I hadn’t confessed, we would probably just be holding hands like we used to.

“Let’s go to the living room for now.”

“Yeah.”

Unable to stay in the entrance forever, we moved to the living room while still embracing.

Sitting on the sofa and exhaling, I look at the clinging Marika.

Marika, who can be considered quite a beauty, is cute, but the excitement I feel when hugging her is not as much as when I’m with Himeno.

I was rejected when I genuinely liked her before, and now I like Himeno, so that might be a reason.

Being childhood friends and having a certain level of familiarity may also contribute to it.

“Sorry. Ta-kun likes Shirayuki-san, but I still cling to you. But I’ve been feeling lonely lately.”

Since we spent a considerable amount of time together, it’s understandable that she would feel lonely suddenly having less time together.

“Well, it’s Marika, after all.”

Despite having feelings for someone else, I can’t help but be sweet to Marika, my childhood friend.

It would probably be better to distance myself, but if I do that, there’s a possibility that Marika might break down.

In order to remain an older sister no matter what, if I reject her, Marika’s reason for existence might disappear.

What I said before about not marrying anyone is probably true, and even if someone confesses, I will undoubtedly refuse.

Many people mistakenly believe that Takashi, who is the biggest obstacle, is romantically involved with Himeno. Due to this misconception, there should be boys who have confessed their feelings to Marika.

However, even if Himeno and I were to date, it’s unlikely that this curse would be lifted.

“I’m fine with that, you know.”

With a cheeky grin, Marika doesn’t make any attempt to distance herself.

When Kana passed away, she was incredibly devoted to me, making it difficult for me to assertively tell Marika otherwise.

I’m grateful to her to the point where words feel insufficient.

“When you’re with Shirayuki-san, I won’t be a bother. But at least when it’s just the two of us, I’d like it to be like this.”

Her sweet words could easily lead to misunderstandings, but I sense she simply wants to maintain a sibling-like connection.

“Only at night.”

While it’s not a guarantee, as there’s a chance I might stay at Himeno’s house, it seems like I’ll be spending time with Marika for a while.

However, it’s not ideal for an extended period, so I do have plans to break this curse eventually.

Because of my gratitude, I genuinely want Marika to find happiness.

I’m not suggesting she should get a boyfriend, but perhaps she could try hanging out with friends or doing something enjoyable.

In her efforts to stay close to me, Marika doesn’t socialize much with friends.

Even when I’m with Himeno, Marika sends messages like “I’ll be waiting at home,” indicating that she’s patiently waiting for my return.

She’s not the type to lie about being at home while secretly going out with a guy, and undoubtedly, she’s spending her time at home, possibly engaging in activities like playing games or talking on the phone with her junior, Miki.

“Yeah. Being Ta-kun’s big sister is the happiest time for me.”

She shows no sign of stopping the cheek nuzzles.

The chains of this curse seem to be intricately entwined and run deep, to the point where I feel happiness from it.

It’s genuinely a complex situation that won’t unravel easily.