[Stage-Sub3] The Day With Proper Resolve
Night had fallen after an emotionally intense day following Celishia-san’s return.
Alone in my assigned room, I replayed the afternoon’s events in my head. Though our argument had left things unresolved, I did understand what she’d been trying to say.
“Celishia-san’s criticism today was spot-on, wasn’t it?”
“We’ll make Ouga-kun happy.”
But how? He’s so kind he’d probably be pleased with anything we did.
That’s exactly why it’d be meaningless.
I don’t want to rely on his kindness—I want to give him something I can be proud of.
“I know! A thank-you letter would definitely make him happy!”
Ouga-kun treasures every fan letter he receives, reading each one carefully.
Sure, some were sweet while others were… less so, but the fact he read them all proves they mattered to him.
If we wrote one, it’d be overflowing with love! But I don’t just want to hand it over—I want the delivery to feel special. I’ll brainstorm methods with the others later.
“So the letter’s decided, but…”
…Hmm. If that’s all, we’re no different from his fans.
We’ve spent so much time by Ouga-kun’s side—there has to be something only we can do…
“Maybe I should reframe this. Instead of focusing solely on Ouga-kun, what would make a men his age happy?”
Come to think of it, I’ve never really bonded with boys before.
Before magic school, I was ostracized for “being able to use magic,” and after enrolling, I was always with Ouga-kun…
Ugh, no good. My thoughts are spiraling in circles.
Overthinking never leads anywhere useful.
“Maybe I should take a break…”
I stretched my arms and arched my back, loosening the tension in my stiff shoulders—
“…Ah.”
—when two prominent mounds of flesh swayed into view.
Right. Ouga-kun loves these.
I’ve noticed how his gaze lingers here, charged with a different kind of warmth.
“I’ve heard all men love these things.”
I grabbed my chest, kneading the softness in my palms.
For me, they’re just a nuisance—back pain magnets that draw unwanted stares. Yet men supposedly adore them.
Mom once said, “I won your father over with these.”
But breasts alone feel too… basic.
Karen-san or Alice-san could make him happy that way too.
I want something only I can give Ouga-kun—a happiness meant just for him.
I released my grip, letting my gaze drift lower—
“—My first time…”
…Wait, NO! I said it myself, but not this one!
Even as the words spilled out, shame and regret bubbled up from my gut, twisting into voiceless frustration.
I buried my face in my pillow and hammered the bed in flustered outbursts.
“…Tomorrow’s when he’ll announce the engagement.”
This wasn’t news. Once Ouga-kun’s father—no, my future father-in-law—returns to the capital, Ouga-kun plans to formalize our betrothal.
He’s confessed his love, and we’ve accepted.
Yet right now, only Karen-san is officially his fiancée.
It leaves me feeling… suspended. But then—
“Mufu… ‘The woman who’ll be my wife’… hehehe…!”
Hearing him say that so boldly in front of his family
erased every insecurity in my heart.
A new worry has taken root… but it’s a luxurious, happy one.
Only those of us who’ll become his brides could fret over such things.
Not that I’m not still stuck in mental loops… ehehe.
“…Anyway, action first!”
I need to play to my strengths.
No one loves Ouga-kun more than me! So sneaking into his room at night? Easy-peasy!
“Alright!”
After ensuring my underwear was presentable, I tiptoed out—quietly, but with giddiness quickening my steps—
“—Ah!”
—only to collide with Reina-san outside Ouga-kun’s door.
We stared, dumbfounded, before the absurdity broke us into muffled laughter.
“We might be more alike than I thought.”
“We do love the same person.”
“True enough.”
“I never imagined you’d also plan a nighttime raid, Reina-san.”
“I merely wished to talk—Mashiro-san? Why do I sense a grave misunderstanding?”
“Leave it to me! I’ll spearhead the charge!”
“Mashiro-san? Let’s discuss before opening the—Mashiro-san?!”
For such a wholesome scene, our intentions—ambushing a sleeping crush—lacked any youthful purity.
This was raw, sticky desire in motion.
“Pardon the intrusion~”
As declared, I led the infiltration.
The room was dark, so I paused to adjust—okay, good.
I knew the layout, so I crept toward Ouga-kun’s bed…
only to freeze at an odd detail.
…Two sets of breathing?
Was Celishia-san monopolizing him with her brother-complex antics?
If so, I’d yield tonight. Reina-san would understand.
I leaned closer to check—
—and locked up upon recognizing Karen-san.
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Huh? Why are they—?
Wait, did Karen-san finally assert her fiancée rights and—?!
“Calm down, Mashiro-san.”
“…Reina-san.”
Reina-san, who wondered why I hadn’t moved at all, stood next to me and patted me on the shoulder to calm me down.
She put her index finger to her lips and walked past me, and pulled off their blanket with surgical precision.
“Reina-san?! Isn’t that too—?!”
“Hush.”
“…! Y-yes…”
I clamped my hands over my mouth. That’s why she’d gestured earlier.
After scrutinizing them, Reina-san signaled a retreat.
I can’t have a proper conversation with her if I stay in the room.
I obeyed and went out of the roo
Then, I waited for Ms. Raina’s judgment whether I was safe or not.
“…Rest easy, Mashiro-san. Both are fully clothed.”
“Th-thank goodness…”
“Their breathing was normal too. They’re just deeply asleep.”
“Uu… I admire your composure, Reina-san…”
“Fufu. I’ve been in similar situations, so I considered the possibility.”
Right—after taking the Vellet name, she’d snuck into Ouga-kun’s bed for a while.
…Maybe Karen-san had her own insecurities.
She’d stood firm against Celishia-san, but the barbs had struck deep.
I only came here because of my talk with Celishia-san too… I’m in no position to judge.
“…So, do we join them?”
Not that that’s a reason to retreat.
“…I’ve always admired your forwardness, Mashiro-san.”
“Ehehe, it’s nothing… I’m only good at magic, so I pour my heart into expressing love.”
“That honesty is enviable. I overthink and lag behind… So tonight, I’ll follow your lead.”
“Mine?”
“Yes. What’s your plan?”
“Normally, I’d shake Ouga-kun awake, but…”
Celishia-san’s words echoed in my mind.
He’d always forgive my antics with a smile—but that’d just be exploiting his kindness.
I needed a way for his happiness and ours to coexist.
Happiness for him is to stay asleep. He does not feel tired the next day.
On the other hand, happiness for us is to feel his warmth.
The answer lay right before us.
“Reina-san. Let’s sleep with them. No waking—just enjoying the moment.”
“Indeed. Shared happiness.”
Besides, after today’s brawl, a rematch was unthinkable.
I yielded choice position to Reina-san—but she picked Karen-san’s side instead of Ouga-kun’s.
A playful wink answered my silent question.
Fine, I’ll indulge too!
Luckily, the bed had space.
I lifted the blanket, curled against Ouga-kun’s back, and wrapped my arms around his sturdy waist.
Mmm… So warm…
“I just want to sink into sniffing mode… Would it be bad if I did?”
Just the tip. Just the tip, then…
…Ah! No, no…
That’s not why I came here today—to indulge in these urges.
“…………”
Just like this, hugging Ouga-kun fills my heart to the brim.
The love poured into the vessel of my heart has long since overflowed, circulating from my chest through my entire body, leaving every part of me saturated with Ouga-kun’s affection.
…I hope it’s the same for him, too.
If conveying love like this—with my whole being—can bring him happiness, then there’s no greater joy for me.
…In the end, this is the only thing I can think to do for Ouga-kun’s sake.
“Haaah……”
My body is begging for sleep.
I woke up early, so naturally, my bedtime crept forward too…
Part of me wants to keep feeling Ouga-kun’s presence, but right now, training takes priority.
So today, I’ll sleep… Tomorrow… I’ll try… talking… to everyone… too…
I surrender to the sweet pull of drowsiness and bury my face against his back.
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