“Both Akito and Riran-san are connected by the ‘Red Thread of Fate.’ There shouldn't be any problem.”
“Exactly! You’ll become a family eventually anyway. It’s just a matter of sooner or later!”
It’s way too soon, what is this person saying?
However, the biggest hurdle, the permission from our parents, has been granted. There’s no escaping now.
Well, it’s not like I intend to run away.
While my head was spinning from the rapid progression of events, President Suwabe spoke up with a smile.
“Sanada-kun, Kuonji-kun. To celebrate and show my gratitude for the other day, I would like to present you two with a house. Is that alright?”
“Thank you very much for my foolish son’s sake, President.”
“Suwabe-kun, thank you! That’s great, Rira!”
Even the matter of being gifted a house has been settled.
That means, what’s left is...
“Um, if by some mistake a child is made...”
“”Since you are connected by the Red Thread, it wouldn't be a mistake, would it?””
They spoke in perfect unison and hit me with sound logic.
“No, I mean, getting pregnant at sixteen, or what society would think...!”
“We can handle social reputation however we want, Akito.”
“If anything, I want to see my grandchildren as soon as possible! Gahahahaha!”
“As for your studies, the Suwabe family will provide support. Please leave it to us, Akito-kun.”
Adult power is terrifying...
While feeling the pressure from these three capable adults, I saw Riran, who was beside me, grinning out of the corner of my eye.
“W-What?”
“Fufun. Hey, Akito. What do you mean by ‘children’? What kind of child would we have?”
“Ah. Um, that’s...”
“Do you want to make babies with me? Geez, Akito, you pervert.”
Grinning, smirking. It’s so annoying.
Besides, you were the one tripping on those fantasies earlier! Don’t pin it on me!
“Akito. I’m telling you now, a student’s primary duty is to study. Make sure you are careful about that.”
“Now, now, Sanada-san. Life is short. Even if he drowns in carnal desire once, he can always make a comeback.”
“That’s right, Sanada-kun. I myself used to drown in it with my wife.”
“As a parent with a daughter, what do you think about that statement?”
The three adults continued their boisterous chatter.
Ah... well, I guess it’ll work out. ...Probably!
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“Well then, Akito-kun. I will prepare a wonderful house within a week.”
With those final words, the video call ended.
It was an intense ten minutes or so, but I never expected things to turn out like this.
“I’m so glad for you both! You two are happy, and the Suwabe family successfully repaid their debt, so we’re happy too! Everything settled perfectly!”
“Things are going to be tough from here on, though...”
Ryūya and Neika probably already suspect something, and I have to explain it to Kotono too. Which means Noa will find out about this as well.
...It’s starting to feel like a hassle. It might be easier to just spill everything.
I wonder what Riran thinks about that?
Thinking that, I looked to my side.
“With Akito~♪ Living together~♪ La la laaan~♪”
She’s hopeless, she’s not thinking about anything.
“Then, next time, please let me serve you some food as a celebration. I’ll put my heart and soul into making it!”
“No, you don’t have to go that far.”
“What are you saying! If something good happens, you celebrate! It’s only natural!”
“O-Oh... I-I see.”
“Yes! Well then, I’ll go make it now!”
So Suwabe-san was this kind of high-energy person.
The Suwabe-san I see in the classroom usually gives off a much quieter impression.
“Haa... I’m suddenly feeling exhausted.”
“Are you okay, Akito?”
“Yeah. On the contrary, you seem energetic, Riran.”
“Of course. My long-held dream is coming true. My mood is skyrocketing!”
“I see. That’s good.”
Heh, a long-held dream... wait?
“By long-held dream, do you mean living with me?”
“Not that, making ba... no, it’s nothing.”
“It’s definitely not ‘nothing,’ right? You were about to expose something incredible just now, weren't you?”
“............”
“Stop remaining silent.”
Does she think she’s safe now? It was an ‘out.’ An ‘out’ that was extremely close to being ‘safe,’ but still an ‘out.’
“I’m telling you, just like my dad said, a student’s primary duty is to study. Don't forget that, okay?”
“O-Of course. My grades are better than yours anyway!”
“Your IQ really drops the moment it involves me, doesn't it?”
“............”
“I said stop remaining silent.”
And don’t look away so blatantly. Honestly...
...Even as I say all that, I’m secretly looking forward to it a bit.
No, not just a bit. A lot... no, quite a bit... no, somewhat... no, a hell of a lot...
No! I’m HELLLLLLAAAA looking forward to it, sorry for acting cool!!
Hyahooooooo!! Living with Riran! Living together!! CO☆HA☆BI☆TA☆TION!!
I’m getting pumped up!!!!
Suppressing my inner thoughts, I sip my tea.
Men are creatures who want to put on appearances at times like this.
“You’re acting pretty cool, Akito. It’s kind of annoying that I’m the only one with high energy.”
“Hmm? No, I’m happy. Really.”
“Really~?”
“Of course.”
Sorry, Riran. I’m so happy I can’t stop myself from grinning, so don’t talk to me right now.
Ugh! Can’t one week pass by already!