Encouragement

Hanabi’s introduction did Sena and Ayu a number. It was as mischievous as it had gotten. Only a goofball like her could even think of that kind of introduction.

With gaping mouths, the two looked at me. They were baffled and had no idea how to react. If they could voice it out, they’d probably blurt out one question to me; “Ruki, care to explain to us what the hell is this?”

Honestly, I also didn’t expect the goofball to start with that. I told her who we would be meeting and here she was, grabbing the chance to have fun again.

Really, this was one thing that wouldn’t change from Hanabi. It’s making me wonder how she would fare in front of Arisa, Elizabeth, or Aoi.

After a few seconds of reveling in their reaction, Hanabi’s lips naughtily curved up. If Sena and Ayu saw that, they'd surely be annoyed by her.

Following that, she inhaled through her nose, relaxing her facial muscles. The smug on her face disappeared and was replaced by an apologetic smile.