Chapter 236: Secret Plan (1/2)

Once Mahiru and Shihoko returned, Shuuto’s eyes and gestures reverted to normal, and he no longer petted Amane like before.

That was a good thing, for it would be bad if he treated Amane like a child in front of Mahiru, though Amane himself was a little reluctant.

He remained silent as he wanted to appear somewhat reliable to Mahiru, and tried his best to act calm as he welcomed the duo back.

“Welcome back. Done shopping and chatting?”

“Of course. isn’t that so, Mahiru-chan?”

“…Y-yes.”

Shihoko smiled earnestly, while Mahiru appeared fidgety. It was extremely likely that Shihoko said something unnecessary.

However, that was not the issue at hand, so Amane acted as though nothing happened as he received what was bought.

He turned his eyes towards Mahiru, and she blushed, which turned his doubt into conviction, that Shihoko definitely said something unnecessary.

He gave Shihoko a dumbfounded look, and she calmly smiled, looking accomplished, giving him the urge to immediately ask what they talked about.

“…Please don’t teach her anything weird.”

“What, of course not. I merely gave Mahiru-chan some suggestions on some important things to learn about in your cohabiting life together.”

“You’re not talking about the stuff we’ll slowly learn about?”

“It’s not something a boy can teach. Alright, you should learn from the wisdom of your ancestors, no?”

“…Can I ask Mahiru what this is about?”

“Of course, you’ll understand a while later. It will be embarrassing if a man presses on too much.”

Amane could only remain quiet at this.