Chapter 27


TL: Akabane


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"What? The timeline where you and Rin are together?  I can't imagine it."


"I mean, no matter who Rin-chan is paired with, I can't imagine a scene where they're together."


"That's right.  If you're at the level of actors on TV, it only makes sense."


After all, it seemed that the result was obvious.  And it seems that the influence of a man and a woman's appearance is always the same.


"Just try to imagine it.  How would you feel if you were me?"


"Haa?"


"Okay, that's enough."


I was a little curious about what you would think if you were dating someone other than a handsome actor.  And when I asked her, her reaction made me sad.


"It would be hard if it was you."


"Hard?  Your reaction is so honest."


"If we're talking about your specifications, I think it only makes sense that you'd support Rin in the position she's in.  But, when I look at your current relationship, I can't imagine that you'll be able to get along."


"To be honest, I don't like myself."


I didn't do any club activities, and I also couldn't reach the difficulty level of the national exams.


"I'm not the one who said that, okay? So, don't complain to me!"


If a girl evaluates a guy in her heart, then that guy won't be able to easily talk to her.


My sister said it clearly, but Rin-chan and the chairman didn't say anything.  So, doesn't that mean they both have the same thoughts for me?


I feel like I should be even more careful not to do strange things in front of them, especially fall in love.


"Oh, did you suffer a lot of damage from my words just now?"


"No, I think you helped me to look back at reality."


"You don't need to argue about yourself, because you've done everything well.  I guarantee it!"


She said that loudly while patting her chest.


For some reason, she looked like a fool.


Unfortunately, although she seemed proud of me, I couldn't see what part of me that she could be proud of.


"I'm proud of Rin, because she's the cutest person in the world, and I'm also proud of Onii-chan, who is kind and reliable!  I wish you'd believe in yourself more!"


"If you pair me with Rin-chan, I think I'll accept it."


"Yes!  That's it!  Did your friends tell you to be aggressive?!"


"Well, I was told so."


"I knew it!  Your friends wouldn't let you do anything weird if they knew that you had a bad reputation.  But instead, they told you that because they know that you're a good person!"


"Is that so?"


"That's right.  Rin and I have talked about boyfriends or people we like, but she never talks about the type of people she doesn't like.  You heard that too, right?"


"Yes, that's right."


"Yes, it's true.  If you try it and fail, then me and your friends won't tell you to do it in the first place!"


Without realizing it, I had consulted my sister.  She mixed all the ingredients in the pot with a ladle while giving me advice.


"Some people are receptive to advice, and some are not.  Of course Onii-chan should be the first!"


"Thanks for the advice, Senpai!"


"Is there a girl you like?  If you call me Senpai, you have to be honest with me."


"The girl I like?"


I tried to look back in time at who my crush was, but... I didn't find anyone.


"If I had to guess, was it a kid from the same class as you in elementary school?"


"Oh, that's too far away.  I don't even remember the memories of middle school.  I didn't join any club activities, so I kept studying, and I ended up living my daily life in despair."


"I'm sorry.  Even though we're always together, I can't even guess a little."


"It's okay, Senpai."


Thinking back on it now, I think I had some sort of "disease" that made it difficult for others to get close to me.


As a result, I was "injured", and because of my appearance, I had no chance of meeting someone.


"First of all, you have to find a girl you're attracted to.  The first step is the hardest, even if it's just the basics."


My sister said it bluntly without hiding anything.  And what she said was true.


"If possible, I'd like to hear Senpai's experience."


For my sister's love story, I had only heard the outcome, and I imagined this was based on my imagination, so I didn't know what the actual events were like.


"Hmm... well, it was something I really wanted back then."


"It's hard to understand, Senpai.  Please explain in words that are easier to digest."


"Even if you tell me so, the reality is like that."


"You're always looking for handsome people."


"Of course.  The reason I want him is because his looks will never change."


"What? I don't understand."


I didn't know what my sister meant.


"Let's see.  For example, if we're talking about dramas, there are several types of actors that are popular right now, right?"


"Yeah, right."


"I actually don't think so, but I think it depends on who you want in a given situation.  If you need money, you'll look for a rich person.  If you're sad, then a nice or pleasant person is what you'll look for."


"Ah, I understand now."


I began to understand what my sister was trying to convey.


"Of course, there are many people who always say that handsome guy is the best.  Even if you're so nice, the way others treat you still depends on whether you're handsome or not."


"I don't think so..."


"Right, as the saying goes, "Beauty & The Beast." if both are compatible, then the relationship will be established, right?"


"Senpai, I have a question.  Is the ex-boyfriend you just dumped is the one you want?"


"Priitt, priitt! Yellow card! You can't touch anything sensitive!"


"I'll accept the yellow card sincerely.  So please tell me, Senpai!"


"Those words are indeed easy to say... I mean, can you stop acting like a weak senior student being bullied by a junior Yankee student?  I wonder if this topic is that fun for you?"


"Aren't you being too harsh, Senpai?"


"No.  Well, the timing when he confessed to me was too precise.  If it had happened a little too late, perhaps it would never have happened.  Because I was in the bloom of it, so I thought it would be fine."


"I see.  It turned out to be a bit silly, Senpai."


"Yes, the second yellow card."


"Does that mean I'm expelled?"


"Yes, so I'll be forced to end this topic."


One minute later, I received another yellow card.  I'm sure there is no footballer would get a second yellow card this quickly.


"But it helped a bit.  Thank you."


"I hope you're always honest like that.  I'd rather have an honest brother than the one who betrays his own words."


"I'll think about it later."


"Well, the yellow card accumulation will end tomorrow, so please let me know if there is anything else you want to ask."


"That's very helpful, Senpai."


When we talk like this, I'm sure that my sister and I are the most intimate brother and sister when compared to other siblings from other families.



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