"You recorded that?"
"For memories~ After all, it was our first time, wasn't it?"
"No way. Delete the video—now!"
"Nope, not happening. Auntie wants to treasure this special memory forever~" Sayuri smiled, her lips curling with mischief. "Hikigaya-kun, I know what you're worried about. You're afraid I might leak the video, right? Or maybe… someday I'll say something like, 'Hikigaya-kun, you wouldn't want our little video getting out, would you?' Don't worry, Auntie would never put you in that kind of spot~"
"..."
Hikigaya let out a sigh, looking utterly helpless.
The two were walking along a quiet path in the park. Sayuri had her phone in one hand, watching the video, while her other hand clung to Hikigaya's arm, the pair looking just like a couple.
"Oh? Hikigaya-kun, I think you just said… 'Auntie, I like you.' Hehe, I knew Auntie wouldn't let you down~"
Sayuri beamed proudly as she watched the video.
"!!"
Hikigaya pursed his lips and quickly changed the subject.
"Are you… really sure nothing's going to happen today?"
"Hmm? Ohhh, that's what's been on your mind." Sayuri nodded, amused. "No wonder you've looked so serious since earlier—you're worried about that."
As she spoke, Sayuri unconsciously shifted her posture, making her thighs tighten slightly.
Hikigaya caught a glimpse of her fair skin and immediately turned his face away, blushing.
"Hehe, Hikigaya-kun, what if Auntie ends up carrying your little baby~" she whispered playfully, leaning in as she took his hand and placed it gently over her lower stomach.
"Wha—?"
Hikigaya's expression changed instantly, his voice rising in shock.
"Auntie!"
"Soon… my tummy might start to grow, bit by bit. And then, our baby—Hikigaya-kun's and Auntie's—will be born~" Sayuri said sweetly.
"Auntie, this… this can't happen!"
"Why not? Can't I have a child with you?" Sayuri teased, her smile becoming increasingly mischievous at his panic.
"N-No, it's just…"
Hikigaya looked pained.
"I already have a girlfriend. Having a child with someone else…"
"No need to worry! Just don't tell her, simple as that. Hehe, and you know, my little one's always wanted a younger sibling. Looks like their wish might finally come true~"
"Auntie, I… I…" Hikigaya was in turmoil.
If Sayuri showed up one day with a noticeable bump, how would he explain it to Yukinoshita?
If she saw it...
No.
Yukinoshita, I'm sorry. I've betrayed you. I'm really sorry...
"Aw, Hikigaya-kun… you really don't want to have a baby with me, do you? Am I really that unappealing?" Sayuri sighed, touching her stomach with a sorrowful look. "If that's how you feel… then I'll just get rid of it."
"N-No! That's not it!" Hikigaya replied, voice trembling.
"It's just… you're older than me, you're my senior. How could I ever think of having a child with you? Maybe if I were a few years older…"
"And if you were older, then what?"
"Then… maybe I'd choose to be with you."
"Too bad," Sayuri pouted dramatically. "But that's something we can't change, is it? Oh well… guess I'll just have to go through with it."
"W-Wait!"
Hikigaya bit his lip, hesitating, then finally let out a long sigh.
"If there really is… something…"
"You'd want me to end it?"
"No. It's… it's still a life."
"Hikigaya-kun."
Seeing the conflicted expression on his face, Sayuri knew her little performance had succeeded. Her smile widened slightly, and she whispered:
"Hehe, you really are too kind. Don't worry—I'm totally fine. It's a safe day, not a risky one~"
"Safe… day?!"
"Mhm! So no need to panic about not using protection earlier. There's really no way I could get pregnant today~" Sayuri said teasingly. "Scared and flustered Hikigaya-kun… really is just too adorable~"
"Auntie, you…"
Relieved, Hikigaya was about to speak again when a voice called out as someone jogged up beside them.
"Hikigaya-kun? Aunt Sayuri?"
It was Miura.
Hikigaya's face went pale, and he instinctively tried to pull away from Sayuri—but she only held on tighter.
"Yumiko-chan~"
Unlike Hikigaya, Sayuri remained perfectly calm and greeted Miura with a smile.
"You're looking energetic today. Just be sure to take care of your health too, alright?"
Miura nodded, giving them both a puzzled look. "Auntie, you look especially radiant today."
"Hehe, thanks to jogging with Hikigaya-kun. Auntie got quite the workout—it really helped lift my spirits~"
"I see… but why are you two…?"
"Oh, I twisted my ankle a little while we were running. So…"
"Huh? Your ankle? Are you okay?" Miura asked in concern.
"I'm fine, just a slight sprain. Should be better by tomorrow," Sayuri replied with a smile.
"Good to hear."
Miura nodded, then turned to Hikigaya.
"Make sure you walk her home."
"Got it."
After giving that instruction, Miura turned back and continued jogging.
Once she was gone, Sayuri hugged Hikigaya's arm even tighter, her pleased smile practically glowing.
"Yumiko-chan really is a sweet girl. She didn't suspect a thing about us~ Hehe~"
"Miura… she's really innocent," Hikigaya said softly.
"Exactly. But if she found out what we were doing behind that tree earlier… oh, her face would be priceless~" Sayuri giggled to herself.
"Auntie!" Hikigaya's expression stiffened again.
"Just kidding~ Look at you, all flustered."
Still holding his arm, Sayuri giggled.
"It's getting late. Let's head back. I'll drive you home, Hikigaya-kun~"
"Drive me?"
"Auntie brought her car today~ Hehe, you get to ride in Auntie's car~"
"Huh? Your car?"
"Don't worry, I won't try anything in the car. You can relax, okay?" Sayuri said, amused by his alarmed expression. "Come on now—into Auntie's car you go~"