I Just Wanted a Quiet Life... So Why Am I an Uma Musume Trainer?! Chapter 264 - 263 A Day Off, But

Fuji's POV

Fuji: "Hachiman taking a day off for personal business is pretty rare, huh? Did he ever do that when you were working with him, Air Groove?"

Air Groove: "Hardly ever. And he doesn't strike as the type to get tangled up in outside affairs. If he says it's important, it must be."

Fuji: "Yeah, you're right. Let's treat this as a rare bonus day off and relax a bit. I finished my dorm leader duties yesterday, so I've got ti."

Air Groove: "How about hitting the town? We don't get chances like this often—no one can complain today."

Fuji: "Sounds great! Let's go!"

Air Groove: (If only she were this open in front of Hachiman… Oh well.)

It's been a while since I've been to town!

Shopping District

Fan 1: "Oh my gosh, it's Fuji Kiseki and Air Groove! The Triple Crown and Triple Tiara Uma Musu together!"

Fan 2: "They're the real deal!"

Fan 3: "So gorgeous…"

Fan 4: "And stunning…"

Fuji: "Haha, thanks, everyone! I'm off-duty today, so go easy on , okay?" winking

Air Groove: "…We're drawing a crowd."

Fuji: "Isn't it fine? Inspiring people is part of our job. Oh, and did you hear that?"

Air Groove: "Hear what?"

Fuji: "Soone else just said, 'The two raised by that ace trainer Hikigaya.' Made my day!" grinning

Fan 5: "Fuji Kiseki! Good luck at the Takamatsunomiya Kinen! We're cheering for you!"

Fan 6: "I'm going to watch in person!"

Fan 7: "Air Groove, nail the Dream Trophy League!"

Fan 8: "Can't wait for more Twinkle Series-level runs!"

Fuji: "Haha, I'm in trouble now…"

Air Groove: "So much for shopping."

I didn't expect this many people to show up—totally caught off guard. But you know, I haven't had a tea party in a while, so this is kinda fun! Plus, hearing fans directly? That's a win.

A Few Dozen Minutes Later

Fuji: "Phew, we found so great stuff."

Air Groove: "Yeah, outings like this aren't bad once in a while. Maybe I'll make a habit of it on days off."

Fuji: "Definitely."

We decide to take a breather at a nearby park.

Air Groove: "Still a bit chilly…"

Fuji: "Spring's almost here, so it's just temporary. Mmm… the air's crisp too." stretching

Air Groove: "Fuji, can I ask you sothing?"

Fuji: "Sure, what's up?"

Air Groove: "It's about you…"

Fuji: "? Go on."

Air Groove: "Straight to the point—you're into Hachiman, aren't you? Romantically."

Fuji: "Wha—?! W-W-What's with that out of nowhere?!" ///

Air Groove: "Just confirming."

Fuji: "…Yeah." ///

Air Groove: "Got it. Next question—not trying to push, but why haven't you made a move? You've got plenty of charm to work with."

Fuji: "B-Because… I don't know how! I've never done anything like this before! Even if I'm aware of my feelings, I don't know what to do…" ///

Air Groove: "You're more of a maiden at heart than you look."

Fuji: "Sorry for being a hopeless romantic!"

Air Groove: "Fine, but staying this shy won't get you anywhere. You're stuck in a loop—going nowhere fast. You need to act, even a little. I'm not saying mimic CB's clinginess, but sothing close."

Fuji: "Like… clinging to his arm?"

Air Groove: "Tone it down. Hold his hand, tug his sleeve—how's that?"

Fuji: "…Isn't that more embarrassing?"

Air Groove: "Then what would you do?"

Fuji: "Uh… maybe… sit shoulder-to-shoulder? Like on the clubroom or trainer's room sofa."

Air Groove: "Not bad."

Fuji: "Or… take a walk while chatting…"

Air Groove: "Hm…"

Fuji: "Maybe help him out with stuff?"

Air Groove: "Why do your ideas keep getting tar…?"

Fuji: "Huh?!"

Air Groove: "Don't act shocked! I'm the one shocked! That last one's sothing anyone could do anyti! Think bigger—sothing only a couple would do!"

Fuji: "E-Even if you say that…"

Air Groove: "Picture this: you and Hachiman are already dating. That should make it easier to imagine."

Fuji: "O-Okay…"

… and Hachiman…

Fuji: "Um… maybe… going to a café and feeding each other? H-How's that?"

Air Groove: "What do you think?"

Fuji: "? It's super embarrassing, but… kinda dreamy, haha…" ///

Air Groove: "Good. That's next."

Fuji: "What?!"

Air Groove: "Café, feeding each other. It's settled."

Fuji: "Wait, hold on! Why so fast—'Fuji, Air Groove?'" turns

Hachiman: "Yo, shopping?"

Thaliard: "Been a while, Fuji Kiseki, Air Groove."

Man o' War: "Long ti no see!"

Fuji: AAAAAAAAHHHH!!!

Fuji's massive (internal) scream doesn't suit her at all…

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