While they didn't want to think so, considering how cold and sacred the image of Yukinoshita was in their mind, yet when they saw her so loving as her eyes were filled with affection that it was almost overflowing, that... it was so unbelieavable, which made them turn their attention to Tobe again.
What did this guy do?
Did he perform black magic?
Or did he have an ability similar to that guy who stole the lovers of others in the NTR manga?
Hypnosis? Brainwash?
Or... an impressive ability in that area?
While Yumiko and Yuigahama were lost in their own thoughts, pondering the possibilities that arose from their limited knowledge of drama and nonexistent romantic experience, Ebina, who had been polluted and rotten, felt several possibilities that stemmed from all the adult knowledge she had received.
Still, feeling their eyes on her boyfriend, Yukinoshita subconsciously reached for Tobe's arm and hugged him.
"....." 3x
Naturally, the three weren't the only ones who saw their intimate action, and everyone was dumbfounded by how cute Yukinoshita, who acted coquettishly and was protective of her boyfriend, was trying to stop any vixens and naughty cats who wanted to mate with him, which made the boys feel extreme jealousy, and made the girls wonder whether he was really that impressive in that area that it made Yukinoshita become like that.
Yes, unlike those childish boys, many of them knew that the reason why Yukinoshita became so radiantly beautiful was because... of a certain adult reason.
Girls have no need to talk, but they can understand each other simply by observing one another.
This is why girls often say that they have this sixth sense.
As for whether it was true or not, Tobe wasn't sure since he was a man, but while they had such a sense, usually, it was dull, especially when they had fallen so much.
"I won't be stolen. You don't have to worry."
Tobe smiled when he saw how cute Yukinoshita was.
"That's good."
Yukinoshita sighed in relief, knowing that Tobe loved her, but then again, she knew that she had to watch him with extra care, or else, she was afraid that he would be seduced by others.
"But still, yes, of course, you can't be stolen. You are all mine now."
"....." Tobe.
Was it his imagination that she started to get obsessive?
Would she become a Yandere?
Yet, when he thought that he was the only one, especially when her family was like that...
'It might be possible.'
During his life as Ishigami, he had an experience of being loved by Kaguya, and after they were together, it was impossible for him to get close to any other girls anymore as he was watched out almost 24 hours, seven days a week, and 365 days a year for a time before she released him as he didn't go after anyone again.
If somehow he wasn't honest, he was sure that he would be chained and locked inside a dungeon.
Regardless, they talked for a while until—
"It's time for class. Yukinoshita, go back to your class. Don't get all flirty with your boyfriend in front of the class."
"Okay, Sensei."
"...."
Tobe didn't know what to say and just watched Hiratsuka and Yukinoshita, who talked casually.
"Let's have lunch together later."
Before Yukinoshita left, she looked at him and said those words.
"...okay."
Tobe agreed, but he felt Hiratsuka's gaze became even sharper like a samurai blade that could cut through a steel helmet and the skull of the target. Then, as expected, when he was ready to leave, Hiratsuka didn't let him go.
"...are you dating now?"
"Yes."
Instead of hesitating, he decided to go all out. He could somehow lie, telling Hiratsuka that he did this because she was the one who told him to take care of Yukinoshita, but in the end, he didn't say it.
He had been lying, so would he keep lying again?
While it wouldn't harm him, and he didn't think that his lie would be exposed by Hiratsuka, his feelings just told him not to lie, and... he wondered why he started that silly prank.
However, he also blamed himself for being too talented an actor, as it led him to many troublesome problems.
Yet, without a doubt, everything was his fault for playing around with the heart of a woman who was almost in her 30s.
When one reached that age, they were extremely sensitive, especially if one hadn't reached anything.
At that time, when one had no money, a house, a car for a man, and a marriage for a woman, their hearts were filled with a certain emotion that couldn't be described by words. It was even more fatal for a woman, as they were emotionally weak.
As for a man?
Well, they could go to that place for a special massage, so their hearts and lower bodies were comforted.
Still, after he said those words, it was hard for him to face Hiratsuka, but—
"That's good. Make her happy."
"...."
Tobe felt his lips were heavy as he was unable to say anything, but Hiratsuka didn't need his reply, and without waiting for his response, she turned and left a message from her lips in a voice that could only be heard by him.
"But don't forget about our appointment. Let's meet at your place. We will go in the morning."
"..."
Could he refuse?
Their destination was Katsuraa, the coastal city that was located on the corner of Chiba prefecture, which was famous for its beautiful and steep cliffs.
Love had been an irrational emotion, and even if one tried to control it, sometimes, it was just impossible, so if somehow—
'Let's not continue to think.'
Tobe decided to throw away all of his distractions and returned to his seat, but as the class started with Hiratsuka as the teacher, he tried to observe her. As expected, she put on a cold face, clearly emitting a horrible mood, which was clearly felt by everyone. Naturally, no one wanted to poke the angry lioness, so they all just quietly listened to the lesson.
However, he decided to stare at her until—
"Tobe, answer this question."
"Tobe, what about this?"
"Tobe, this one."
"..."
This woman was petty, Tobe thought.
However, this was what he reaped upon himself, and he didn't try to fight back, just let this woman do whatever she wanted till she was satisfied.
Yet, without a doubt, this made her become even more conflicted, and childish in the end, she walked away while lowering her head, appearing depressed, sad, and quite miserable.
Still, Tobe didn't intend to comfort her and just sat in his seat, letting out a long sigh until it was the next class that told them to move to the art room.
As they were all inside, the teacher confirmed everyone was inside, then told them their task. "Your task is to make a pair, then draw each other!"
Everyone nodded, but those loners were dreaded as they couldn't make a pair!
As for Tobe?
"Tobe-kun, be my partner!"
Grabbing his arm, Ebina made an aggressive attempt!
"..." Tobe.