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191 - The Two’s Resolve
RAWWhen Haruto headed toward the hospital room where Kiyoko was staying, he found Ayaka and Kiyoko chatting happily together.“What!? Grandma, you had a love marriage!?”“Yes, that’s right. Back then, everyone around us was so against it—it was really difficult.”“And you pushed through t...
190 – Ayaka Tōjō’s Resolve⑦ - Part 2
RAWEarly afternoon at the hospital.The faint scent of bandages and medicinal patches lingers in the air as I walk quickly down the corridor.When I reach the room I’m looking for, I stop in front of the door and take a deep breath to steady myself.Gently placing a hand over my chest to calm my raci...
189 - Ayaka Tōjō’s Resolve⑦ - Part 1
RAWStill in my pajamas, I sat on the living room sofa, blankly watching the morning news show.Mom brought me a cup of tea.“Here, drink this to wake up.”“Thanks, Mom.”I accepted the cup and gently blew on it.The rising steam swayed and dispersed, making my reflection on the surface ripple.I t...
188 - What Makes a Good Father
RAWThe sun peeked over the distant horizon.Its clear light reflected gently on the rippling surface of the water, sparkling like countless jewels."It’s a pleasant morning. Perfect weather for some relaxed fishing.""Yes, the sea breeze feels wonderful."Haruto nodded at Shuichi’s w...
187 - When the Family Grows
RAWHaruto reaffirmed his feelings for Ayaka and decided that he wanted to walk through life together with her.Then, together with Ayaka, he conveyed those feelings to Shuichi and Ikue."A decision that will affect the rest of our lives, huh…"Haruto muttered softly while soaking in the bath....
186 - Reporting to Her Parents
RAWAs Haruto and Ayaka drew closer to the Tōjō family home, he grew more nervous than he had ever been in his life.Not as a figure of speech—his heart was pounding so violently, he truly worried it might leap out of his chest."Haruto, are you okay?""Y-yeah. I’m okay…"The thic...
185 - Resolving Myself
RAWBathed in the glow of a beautiful sunset, Haruto walked hand in hand with Ayaka through the residential streets."Today’s sunset is really beautiful too.""Yeah, it is."Walking beside Haruto, Ayaka looked up at the sky with a happy expression, squeezing his hand tightly."Doesn...
184 - Could it be…?
RAWHaruto enjoyed an ordinary conversation with Kiyoko, who had safely regained consciousness.She might have been gone forever.Having gone through such an experience, Haruto realized that being able to talk about trivial things with his grandmother was the greatest happiness of all.While the two of ...
183 - It’s Alright Now
RAWKiyoko’s recovery after regaining consciousness went smoothly.The day after she woke up, she was moved from the ICU to the HCU, and two days later, she was transferred to a general ward.Since Kiyoko had regained consciousness, Haruto had been going to school as usual.But today, he was leaving a...
182 - Embraced
RAW"Haruto, you won’t ever be alone. I’ll always stay by your side. As your family, right next to you."Her words, spoken with a serious expression while looking straight into his eyes.Hearing them, Haruto felt his heart gently being wrapped in warmth.The loneliness and fear that had been...
181 - Ayaka Tōjō’s Resolution⑥
RAWEver since I became Haruto’s girlfriend, every single day has been shining.The dream I had always longed for was coming true together with him, and my heart was overflowing with happiness.When Kiyoko-san started working at our house as a housekeeper, that happiness only grew stronger.Under one ...
180 - Family
RAWHaruto called out through the large glass.“Grandma!”Kiyoko had a breathing mask attached, and various medical devices surrounded her bed.But aside from those, Kiyoko looked as if she were just sleeping quietly.Haruto felt relieved knowing she wasn’t suffering. Yet at the same time, a terrif...
179 - Decision
RAW“A-a surgery? An emergency one?!”Haruto’s voice, filled with fear, echoed through the waiting room.“Yes. Ms. Kiyoko is currently experiencing an aortic dissection.”“Aortic… dissection…”“If we don’t operate, her life is in serious danger.”Hearing the doctor’s concise expl...
178 – The Approaching Terror
RAWHaruto rushed over to Kiyoko in a panic, dropping to his knees and peering into her face.“Grandma!!”“Ugh…”“Is it your chest? Does it hurt!?”“Ugh…”In response to Haruto’s desperate questioning, Kiyoko could only groan faintly.The pain must have been severe—sweat was glisten...
177 – Evening Calm
RAW(A/N:) Sorry for the delayed update.I’ll be posting several chapters in a row from here on.Actually, everything in this story so far has been leading up to the series of scenes starting here.Well then… enjoy.The weekend had ended, and in the classroom filled with a sluggish atmosphere, a part...
176 - A Fulfilling Morning
RAWHaruto sat up in bed and checked the time on his phone beside his pillow."Looks like I overslept a bit."Apparently, he was more exhausted from yesterday’s trip to the amusement park than he’d realized, and woke up slightly later than usual.After completing his regular early-morning st...
175 - Someday, One Day...
RAWAfter parting ways with Tomoya and the others, Haruto arrived at Kids World.Together with Ayaka and Ryota, he enjoyed the child-friendly attractions like a mini roller coaster and a treasure-hunt style game where they searched the forest for theme park characters.*"Big bro! Big sis! I wanna p...
174 - Each of Their Feelings
RAWAfter finishing all the popular attractions, Haruto and the others gathered at the central plaza of the amusement park to discuss what to do next."Should we ride the Giant Spark Mountain again?""I kind of want to go back to Aqua Mountain," Shizuku suggested after Saki posed the qu...
173 - A Gift from Ryota
RAWAfter enjoying the Giant Spark Mountain, Haruto and the others continued to ride various attractions and have fun.Thanks to the girls’ detailed planning in advance, they were able to go on a relatively large number of rides despite the heavy crowds typical of a Sunday.Even so, wait times for ce...
172 - The Triple Date Begins
RAWHaruto and the others were waiting at the amusement park’s entrance gate, sitting on a leisure sheet.As opening time drew near, the crowd around them grew rapidly."Should we put the sheet away now?""Yeah."Haruto stood up, suggesting it was time to pack up so they wouldn't be...
171 - We're Not Just a Couple Anymore
RAWInside the train headed to the amusement park.Since it was the first train of the day, there were hardly any other passengers besides Haruto and his group.Haruto was sitting with Ryota between him and Ayaka.“Hey, Sis, how long till we get to the amusement park?”“About an hour, I think. We...
170 - The Birth of Brow-niichan
RAWUnder the gradually brightening sky.When Haruto and the others arrived at the station, they found Saki and Shizuku already waiting for them."Ah, hey there!"Saki, who had been chatting with Shizuku, raised her hand lightly when she spotted them."Ryota managed to wake up on time too, hu...
169 - Off to the Land of Dreams!
RAWIt was the early morning of the day they were heading to the amusement park.Still dark outside, Haruto woke up before sunrise.After discussing plans with Ayaka and Tomoya, they had decided to take the first train to the Land of Dreams.Rising up from bed, Haruto glanced to the side. There lay Ryot...
168 - Feelings Now, Feelings Ahead
RAWAfter parting ways with Shizuku, Haruto walked alone through a residential neighborhood.The sky, dyed red by the setting sun, gradually darkened as night began to fall.He gazed down at the faintly illuminated, blurred outline of his shadow as he slowly made his way to the Tōjō household."Sh...
167 - Shizuku-chan Mk.II
RAW"Where did Ayaka and Shizuku go?"At the student entrance, Haruto looked around for the two of them. But the entrance hall only had a few students heading home—there was no sign of Ayaka or Shizuku.Suddenly, Ayaka had said it would be better if she didn't go to the amusement park on ...
166 - Ayaka Tōjō’s Resolve⑤ – Part 2
RAWAfter Shizuku-chan’s mysterious team introduction, we parted ways with her and began practicing baton passes.The practice routine was led and planned by Saki, who had experience in track and field.To start with, we lined up in a single file at short intervals and repeatedly passed the baton in ...
165 - Ayaka Tōjō's Resolve⑤ - Part 1
RAWAs I carried the dinner dishes to the kitchen, I thanked Kiyoko-san for preparing such a delicious meal."Kiyoko-san, today's dinner was really delicious.""I'm glad it suited your taste."Tonight’s dinner was summer vegetable tempura.Everything Kiyoko-san fried was excepti...
164 - Sunday at the Land of Dreams
RAWLately, Haruto had been spending most of his lunchtimes with Ayaka, Tomoya, Saki, and now Shizuku, making it a group of five.Today as well, under the clear blue sky during lunch break, they all sat at a table-bench in the courtyard, enjoying their packed lunches."Now then, everyone, let’s h...
163 - Can I Come Too
RAWThe day after Haruto and the others had talked about the mixed relay, they gathered after school on the school grounds to practice."Feels great to go all out in a sprint again," Tomoya said, wiping the sweat lightly forming on his forehead with his arm after finishing his 100-meter dash...
162 - Straightforward Feelings
RAWAfter finishing the discussion about the mixed relay for the sports festival, Haruto headed straight to the Dōjima Dōjō from school."Thank you for your guidance!"Bowing as he greeted them, Haruto quickly changed into his training uniform.Because the discussion had taken place after sch...