17 Another dinner

After seeing that these 'characters' where he didn't have much thought of showing care to him especially Mikumo he made a promise that no matter what anime world he goes to and no matter how many relationships he will have Mikumo will forever be the one he will love most his number one girl.

After the 3rd week did I feel that Hayate could pass the test so deciding on that for the bonus reward he consulted him. "What you really think I'm ready yosha thank you Haruto"

"no problem be prepared tomorrow as Chuck will be the one assessing you and don't underestimate him just cause of his friendly appearance he is actually a pilot of the main team".

As he was feeling happy in separating Hayate and Mirage from developing, as he walked along the halls to bump into Mirage "oh Mirage-san what are you out so late for?".

"Oh Haruto-san I was just heading back to the dorms after doing some practice"

"You don't need honorifics just call me Haruto will do. And Mirage-san you really are so hardworking no wonder the way you fly is perfect but just a suggestion though, I notice that sometimes that you get a bit nervous or tense so try loosening up a bit and try doing some freestyle and don't just fly by the books I if you did you style would be as beautiful as Messer's someday" smiled Haruto.

Hearing his compliment about her hard work and results made her happy as someone finally recognized her efforts and more about what he thought about her potential comparing her with their ace. With a slight stutter "u-um thank you Har-ruto-sa- Haruto for your compliment and thanks for the advice I will give it a try when I'm free and since you said that there was no need for honorifics then you should just call me Mirage ok"

Success!

He had finally managed to break the ice with Mirage after 3 weeks of effort "ok then Mirage how about I walk you back" said Haruto.

"Oh there is no need and don't you live here wouldn't it be inconvenient and there is also Mikumo-san what if she misunderstands," said Mirage

"Don't worry I'm not heading to bed yet and don't worry about Mikumo she won't misunderstand over something like this, in fact, I'm actually headed out to meet up with her to have dinner it's just that your dorms happen to be on the way" Haruto laughed.

"Oh sorry then please do thank you then"

When they reached the girl's dorms, Mirage was about to say goodbye but Haruto's communicator rang "hmn Mikumo what is it I'm almost at the seafood "

"What you can't make it because Freyja needs a bit more training? Alright then I'll just grab something to eat then wait for you ok bye"

Turning back to Mirage where she is staring at him "um Haruto d was Mikumo-san busy" "yeah, unfortunately, we won't be having dinner together I guess I will be eating alone…. Wait Mirage have you had dinner yet"

"No, I was planning to cook something up from the spare ingredients in the fridge"

"Then do you wanna go with me since Mikumo can't come cause it'll be just boring eating by yourself in a restaurant I don't really wanna be seen as a loner haha" laughed Haruto.

After hesitating for a while they agreed. Sadly nothing happened between them when he got Mikumo's call which was a happy accident where he could try to get closer to Mirage but oh well at least we got more familiar and friendly with each other.

Walking her home while none of them spoke it wasn't awkward in the least as they silently walked in the night it felt so serene and relaxing. After reaching the front gate "well thanks Mirage that was a really great dinner and walk I had, see you tomorrow at training and if possible hope we can do this again it was nice"

"Your welcome Haruto and yes I agree it really was a good dinner and stroll and I would love to do it again and see you tomorrow" waving goodbye she walked back to her home.

Watching her back until she left her view did he stop and walk back home.

After opening the door, the room was dark and heading to the bed he sees a vague figure underneath the blankets. Smirking slightly he sneaked up to the bed reaching beside that figure slowly slipping into the bed and embracing that figure to his chest.