Chapter 239: Friend’s Support (1/2)

“Ahaha, no wonder Ikkun’s pouting.”

It was after lunch, and Chitose was wondering why Itsuki was pouting a little this morning, so she called out Amane to ask.

Amane obliged, and she burst out laughing, slapping his back. He frowned, but her attacks were relentless, becoming more intense, and even looking dumbfounded.

“Say, Ikkun has so many friends who can help, but you asked someone else. It’s no wonder that he’s pouting. The closest to you other than Mahirun is Ikkun.”

“Ugh, I’m a little sorry about that too.”

Amane asked Kido as the latter had once invited him to work part time, and Itsuki was unhappy about that. Itsuki was the closest male friend Amane had, and Amane had always looked to him for help. Truth be told, he was a little sorry to not look for Itsuki this time.

“Ikkun hopes that you’ll ask him for help. He always thought you two are buddies.”

“…I’m really sorry.”

“Hm, if you’re really sorry, how about you discuss something with him? You can ask him too.”

Chitose grinned away, and lifted her head towards Amane, who froze up.

“…You’re not angry too, are you?”

“Fufu.”

Chitose’s smile was strangely glowing, seemingly sincere, but her eyes were devoid of a smile. She usually gave an innocent smile, but it was hard to describe so this time.

“Think about it. You spent a year and a half with him, and you’re not asking him for help? It’s no wonder he’s sad.”

“Ugh, I-I’m really sorry. I’ll take note of that next time.”

“Goodness me. You’re overthinking it. Anyway, you can’t keep it a secret from Mahirun if you don’t tell us, you know? You want to give her a surprise, right?”

“…Yeah.”