Honestly, even though I planned for the incident to end up like this, everything went so smoothly that I didn’t even need to lift a hand or make up a bunch of excuses to get them on my side. While they emphasized that I did more than I should, they easily swept that away to protect from dealing with the consequences of my actions.
Is it just my luck or is there sothing else in play? No matter what, I expected so disciplinary action like watching closely or preventing from leaving the camp.
However, even as they were about to leave, the Dean only reminded Shiina to escort back to the gathering area and told to consider this issue resolved. She said I should focus on the camp more and enjoy the activities they prepared for us.
Well, everything worked in my favor so I should just accept this, right? No point in complicating things more just because of my sense of responsibility. Better to put a cap on it than trouble myself further.
“Let’s go, Onoda-kun. Let escort you.”
Following the Dean's words, Shiina soon went to my side, pulling up from my seat.
Since they also had nothing else to do, the other two won in the room followed after us.
Yep. I didn’t have a say in this. With both Juri and Shiina flanking my sides, the best I could do was enjoy the feeling of being sandwiched by them.
Looks like even without saying anything to each other, they already sensed their counterpart’s connection to .
A aningful yet crafty smile blood from their lips as they silently competed.
On the other hand, Setsuna-nee eventually voiced her confusion about my connection to Shiina. She had no idea, after all. She thought Shiina was here as the representative of the Camp Managers for the 1st years. However, when the woman talked to in a familiar tone and even attempted to guide by linking arms with , alarm bells rang in her head.
They might not be friends but they’re definitely acquainted with each other and perhaps, on good speaking terms.
With creases on her forehead and a frown, she started interrogating Shiina regarding her relationship with . And occasionally, I would feel her sharp gaze burrowing into .
At first, I helped clear up whatever misunderstanding that could crop up by telling her how I t Shiina during the hiking trip and how Shiina recognized today.
That failed to convince Setsuna-nee though. And so, she turned to Shiina, pressing her to tell her side of the story.
Because of this, while Juri and I drew wry smiles at how Setsuna-nee was acting, the rest of our walk back to the gathering area was spent just listening to them as they conversed about each other’s connection to .
Of course, Setsuna-nee was possibly doing this because of Satsuki. I’m her sister’s boyfriend, after all. Seeing close to another woman triggered sothing in her. As for whether her personal feelings are invested in it or not, only Setsuna-nee knows.
In return, Shiina also probed Setsuna-nee about her connection to .
Satsuki was brought up in the conversation wherein Setsuna-nee sounded like she was flaunting her little sister’s relationship with as so kind of asure to deter Shiina from getting even closer to .
Little did she know, Shiina was already aware of it and most likely, laughing inwardly at Setsuna-nee.
Furthermore, because of that Shiina sensed sothing different with Setsuna-nee’s intention to interrogate her.
Before we arrived at our destination, Shiina closed in on and sneakily whispered sothing regarding Setsuna-nee.
“Onoda-kun… Color surprised. I understand that she’s protective of her little sister for any thieving cats. But seeing Maemura who’s notorious for being a man-hater acting this concerned and interested in your affairs is sothing else. You know, I can’t help but suspect that there’s another underlying reason behind her actions. Not that it concerns though. But you see, if any of the guys in our departnt find out about this, they’ll all flock to ask you for advice. You possibly don’t know. Maemura is as famous as her best friend on your other side. A lot of them are up to the challenge of courting her.”
A notorious man-hater, huh? That sounds about right. That last part was also understandable. No matter how much she portrayed herself as soone who didn’t like being involved with the opposite gender, guys would only take that as a challenge.
That’s why Sakuma could truly be considered lucky by being the only guy she considered trustworthy.
Too bad for him though, I probably climbed up to the sa height if not higher just because of our interaction today...
Shiina also said sothing about Juri. However, since she was more certain about my connection to her than Setsuna-nee, it was brief and she exchanged aningful glances with the girl on my other side.
After that, without giving any chance to respond at all, Shiina soon separated from us. We already arrived at the gathering area, after all. She walked away to join Sara and the other Camp Managers who were preparing sothing for whatever they planned related to the bonfire they lit up.
Students were already gathered around it, basking with the warm glow of it. There were already couples excitedly waiting for the dance to comnce but because of my appearance, I beca the center of attention too.
Did soone spread my feat of beating up those three idiots? Maybe. But it’s more likely that they’re just surprised to see being escorted by the three.
Ignoring all of their attention, we continued on our way.
With Shiina leaving my side, Setsuna-nee took over the place Shiina vacated at my side. While still looking displeased, she nudged on my shoulder and pouted. However, she didn’t complain or say anything to .
That’s just her way of expressing her discontentnt with finding out my close connection to another girl like Shiina and perhaps, Sara as well.
Knowing that nothing would change even if I said sothing to soothe her mind, I silently accepted her displeasure. Besides, there’s no longer a chance for to hear her inner thoughts.
With Satsuki and Nami’s lead, the girls and everyone from our class welcod back into their fold.
Yeah. It’s like a hocoming. Before long, I found myself in the middle of them with Setsuna-nee and Juri taking a step back.
Why are the others here as well? I an, given that there’s a possibility for a fun event to happen along with lighting up the bonfire, aside from the couples who wanted their mont, those from the sa class gathered together.
Now that their attention was temporarily focused on my return, so of them voiced their curiosity about the reason Shio brought away earlier. That proved that no one found out about what I did except those already in the know. To answer their question, I simply told them that it had to do with the task I did before dinner.
Unfortunately, that didn’t end there. As though they didn’t want to feel left out, a lot of them started filling in on everything that I missed while I was away.
Nothing was actually interesting to but I listened to them nonetheless and acted like I was having fun. I an, I don’t want to spoil the festive mood.
After a while, I excused myself to return to my girls’ side who were already starting to beco impatient.
If I remained stuck in the middle, I could already imagine them dragging back and barricading my vicinity using their bodies so no one could approach .
Not gonna lie. That would be an interesting sight.
A few minutes later, Shiina, Sawano, and the rest of the Camp Managers soon finished their discussion. As the leaders, Shiina and Sawano stepped up in the middle, taking everyone’s attention.
“Alright, listen up! We know what you’re waiting for. For boys, it’s your chance to invite your crush. And for girls, don’t be too harsh on rejecting them, okay?”
“The stage is already set but to prevent overcrowding the space, let’s limit it to twenty, okay? We’ll play the music for you. You have a minute to prepare. For the record, you can also invite any of us here. We’ll dance with you. Let’s take this chance to enjoy the festive atmosphere of our camping trip. You won’t have another chance tomorrow.”
Even though Shiina had yet to finish talking, the couples who were already waiting nearby started moving and likewise, boys started approaching the girls they wanted to invite for a dance.
It wouldn’t be the sa as the bonfire dance during the end of cultural festivals but it’s still going to be lively, I guess?
And obviously, my girls wouldn’t miss this chance. Being surrounded by them, I could already feel how they were waiting for to pick who to dance with first…
Well, do I have a choice? With Setsuna-nee still around, I grabbed Satsuki’s hand and started guiding her to the dance floor among the other couples waiting for the music to start.
From the corner of my eyes, I also saw Sakuma springing up to his feet to invite Setsuna-nee.
Good for him to take the initiative, no? Will she take his hand or not? We'll see.
“Idiot Ruki. Save your energy. Knowing you, you won’t stop until you dance with everyone…” Satsuki voiced her concern.
Ah. Of course. Even if everyone pointed at , I’d make sure to dance with all of my girls. No exceptions. Let's see who will have the gall to call out for my shalessness.
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