After spending a long time at Yukino's house, he finally cleared the leaking sewer pipe, and the endless flow of water poured out unimpeded, much to Yukino's relief. He also spent some time tidying up the messy living room, and after seeing the weary girl back to her room, he was able to leave.
Returning to his apartment, he completed his daily workout routine step by step. A light sheen of sweat broke out after the exercise. He hopped into the shower for a quick rinse and then collapsed onto his bed. Reaching for his phone, he reported his recent activities in the group chat named "Threesome."
Ever since their last heart-to-heart, the Line group had been renamed this, a playful hint at an intimate future.
"I have to go to Chiba during the Golden Week holiday, so I probably won't be able to hang out. Yukinoshita-san has been incredibly kind with her invitation, and Hiratsuka-sensei has also asked me to go, so it looks like I can't get out of this trip."
"Ugh, I was hoping to show Asakura-kun my new swimsuit." Akane Nanao kicked Kotonoha's slender legs on the bed out of boredom. The ample white breasts barely contained by her pajamas seemed to rise and fall with her frustrated mood. What on earth is that Yukino woman planning to do with Asakura-kun?
'Yeah, I'll wait for Asakura to come back. Akane and I bought a really cute swimsuit, ヾ(′▽')?.' Kotonoha Katsura typed, her hand tracing the curve of her own body... Kotonoha, who had just given Asakura her precious virginity, should have been in the throes of passionate love, but due to a series of unfortunate events, they hadn't been able to be intimate, leaving her feeling naturally lonely...
The soft tapping of the phone's keyboard and the gentle gurgling of water seemed to express her longing after secretly committing her life to her lover. Love surrounded her like a tide, and in the quiet of the night, she alone recognized her own allure.
"Well, try not to be too disappointed. I'll come back as soon as I can to spend time with you both. Maybe I'll only be there for a day or two."
...
After comforting the two girls, he reminisced about the sweet moments shared in the living room that evening. Hesitating for a moment, he still sent a message to Yukino to ask about their schedule for the next day. The message on the Line interface was marked as read almost instantly. Yukino had clearly already planned their itinerary, or perhaps she had been eagerly anticipating this opportunity.
'Tomorrow morning at 8 o'clock, we'll meet at the Tokyo JR Sobu Line Rapid Station. It's about a ten-stop ride towards Chiba. I'll have the driver at home pick us up from there.'
Thinking about her slightly flustered behavior that night, the girl rolled around on her bed, trying to shake off the lingering shyness. Then, she looked forward to seeing him tomorrow. What should she wear? She quickly got up, opened her closet, and chose an outfit that felt just right.
"OK, see you tomorrow, Yukinoshita-san, good night."
'See you tomorrow, good night.'
After putting his phone down, Ryo Asakura simply packed a few sets of clothes into his suitcase. He considered that he might have to visit Yukino's parents the next day, and it would be impolite to arrive empty-handed.
He walked into the living room and opened the refrigerator, finding some flour and eggs inside. That should be enough to bake a few cookies, he thought, which I can take as a small gift for our first meeting. Just in case, he decided to make a few extra to have something to eat on the train.
It didn't take Ryo Asakura long to easily bake the fragrant cookies. After tasting them, he found them delicious as expected, so he divided them into several portions and placed them in sealed bags. He could just heat them up in the microwave before heading out the next morning.
...
Inside the station, the walls were plastered with advertisements and commuter information boards. People from all walks of life hurried past. When a train pulled into the station, it always emitted a "whirring" sound, like the city's pulse. At the entrance, Ryo Asakura waited for their meeting, a suitcase and the freshly heated cookies in hand. A slightly rushed shuffling sound approached from a distance. Under the sunlight, a pair of delicate white legs came into view. Above them was a pristine white dress, revealing flawless shoulders and collarbones. Her delicate cheeks were flushed from running, giving her an incomparably pure and sweet appearance.
"Sorry, I'm late, Asakura-kun." Yukino gently placed a hand on her chest, trying to catch her breath. She was naturally too embarrassed to admit that she was late because she had been too excited and couldn't sleep the night before. Faint dark circles were visible beneath her shiny, curled eyelashes.
"Don't worry, I just got here myself. Here, have some water and take a breather." Ryo Asakura said casually. He unscrewed a bottle of purified water and handed it to her, leisurely admiring the pure and beautiful girl before him.
After a brief rest, the two bought tickets and boarded the train to Chiba. The train was crowded, likely due to the Golden Week holiday, everyone seemed to be traveling. Ryo Asakura took Yukino's suitcase with one hand and extended his other arm, gesturing for her to hold on tight so they wouldn't get separated. The comforting sense of security made her smile slightly, and she gripped the boy's hand tighter, as if nothing could break their connection.
It took some maneuvering to carve out a small space for Yukino in the crowded carriage, while she herself braced against the pushing from outside. A fresh scent mixed with subtle hormones reached her nose. Yukino gazed in a daze at the young man who was shielding her from the commotion and couldn't help but hug him.
"Hey, Asakura-kun, it must be tiring to keep standing like this, so just... hold me for now." The shy, almost whispered voice reached his ears clearly. Her light and soft body pressed against him without any barrier, and the gentle warmth resonated in the boy's heart.
"...Okay, I apologize if I'm being too forward, Yukinoshita-san." Ryo Asakura hesitated for a moment but finally put his arms around Yukino's slender waist, feeling her warmth and delicate frame. It was mainly because of the sheer number of people and the two suitcases they were carrying, making it hard to keep their balance, hugging her was simply safer. It definitely wasn't because he was enjoying it. Ryo Asakura was still mentally reciting the mantra of "innocent intentions" to keep his senses in check, while the girl's blush spread from her cheeks to her earlobes, and a sweet smile gently curved the corners of her beautiful mouth.
After getting off the train several times, the crowd finally thinned out, and there were empty seats in the carriage. The two, who had been embracing for a while, finally let go of each other and quickly found seats to rest. The smooth white thighs beneath her skirt pressed against the boy intentionally or unintentionally, but neither of them seemed to mind, as if such physical contact was perfectly natural.
"By the way, I made some cookies and wanted to take them to Yukinoshita-san's family as a gift. Why don't you try one first?" Ryo Asakura took out a bag of cookies from his suitcase and opened it, gesturing for the girl next to him to take one.
A hint of anticipation sparkled in her bright eyes, and Yukino gently picked up a piece of the delicious-looking biscuit and placed it between her pink lips. The rich fragrance filled her mouth and nose. It had just the right sweetness and crispness, and just one bite was enough to leave a lingering, delightful aftertaste.
"Asakura-kun's baking skills really surprised me. This is the most delicious cookie I have ever eaten." Yukino savored the treats made by the boy one by one. The subtle sweetness quietly filled her heart. It was truly wonderful to be able to spend the vacation together like this.