Chapter 125 - The Witch (1/2)

“That’s what happened the other day.”

“Hmm, is that so?”

It’s Sunday afternoon. Hiiragi-chan seemed quite interested after I told her about the Halloween goods that I found in Sana’s room.

“Still, that’s good for Sana-chan. It seems that she’s getting along with her classmates. This might also be because of her brother.”

Hiiragi-chan told me while grinning. Is that so? It’s true that in my original memory, Sana was always alone, and would have never been invited to a Halloween event. However, I think Kanata had more of an effect than me.

It would be nice if her friendly relations continue to increase like this though. But, her personality being like that makes it seem kind of hard.

“A cat-eared maid Sana-chan. It was probably really cute. I also want to see that.”

“Are you going to celebrate Halloween too, Sensei?”

“Yes. I will do it.”

Hiiragi-chan stared at me with a serious expression after replying instantly. That’s unexpected. I thought she wouldn’t like such a lively event like this.

“What are you planning for it?”

When I asked, she made a proud expression.

“Eh? You don’t know, Seiji-kun? You hollow out some pumpkins and decorate jack-o-lanterns.”

“That’s how Halloween used to be! The real one!”

“Huh? It’s not that?”

It’s not that she’s wrong. Rather, she’s right. However, it wasn’t what I was thinking about.

“Sensei, the Halloween events that Japanese people do in more recent times, you see…”

I explained to Hiiragi-chan one example of festivities that occur during Halloween.

“Ah, is that how it is? T-that’s why, Natsumi told me not to do it.”

“Hmm? Natsumi-chan said something?”

“Umm, you see.”

Hiiragi-chan then spoke about the conversation she had at that time. From what she said, it seems to have gone like this.

“Halloween has been popular recently, right?”

“Haru-chan, do you want to do it? I think you should stop. That’s the type of festival for young people.”

“Y-young people?”

“That’s right. If someone your age were to do it, it’s a little painful…” (Personal thoughts)

“I-I’m on the younger side of things! I can do it! It’s only Halloween!”

And so, while not knowing the actual situation, she made the best use out of the knowledge that she had.

“So, I made this at the time.”

With a huge heave, Hiiragi-chan brought over a really big pumpkin.

“Uwah… That really shouts Halloween.”

I know right, Hiiragi-chan was elated after thinking that I praised her.

Its quality is definitely at a level that is commendable, so I do think it’s done well.

“If I was asked, trick or treat I would’ve given them some treats you know?”

Of course, I know that!