37 Chapter 36: Dilemmas

*Classroom*

*Sigh*

This was really exhausting.

It doesn't matter if I'm already a few days into this, it's still exhausting.

I was once again drowning in mountains of documents.

The work was so much that I even managed to develop a skill.

[Administration - initiated]: Administrative management efficiency + 20%, this skill is part of the "Business Man" Path skill set, obtain 3 related skills to unlock the "Business Man" path.

Thanks to the skill I was able to finish the piles of documents a little faster, however they were still too many.

Komi-San helped me a little until she had to go to her club activities.

If you heard it right, Komi-San is in a club, I remembered that Komi-San could get a friend quickly enough if she joined the athletics club.

Her next target was Netsuno Chika, I advised her to join the athletics club along with Yadano who was also free. I explained to her who Netsuno-Sempai was and how she could make her friend.

Komi-San was excited by my information and she jumped up to give me a hug.

This time I didn't avoid it and returned it warmly.

She seems to have not expected that and froze the next second.

However after a while she pressed her body even more against mine.

I think I heard a strange sound when she did it but I decided to ignore it.

It wasn't time yet.

I could also feel dozens of pairs of eyes glaring at me.

Not that I cared and instead I looked back at them.

I could feel how several almost all of them withdrew instantly.

But one still kept staring at me.

I would pay more attention to her, if she was stupid enough I wouldn't mind teaching her a good lesson.

Since the Yamai incident I am less understanding of those who have bad intentions towards me.

Going back to Komi-San she was still clinging to me like a Koala.

I would have let her continue as much as she wanted at that moment, but she had to introduce herself to her club so she reluctantly pushed her away.

I told Komi-San that if she managed to become friends with Netsuno-Sempai I would give her a special gift.

She nodded vigorously as her eyes shone like stars.

I even got to see KomiCat again, which made me pamper her for a while longer before sending her on her mission.

That brings us back to the present where I battle fiercely against this endless army of Documents.

As I bravely charged towards my fated enemy the sound of the door opening caught my attention.

They were Nene and Kaede.

I don't know exactly when, but at some point in our conversation the day before I started using their first names instead of last names.

Which they took better than I expected. But I guess after seeing her information things make a little more sense.

Nene had a big smile as she waved at me.

Nene: "Hey! How are you Tadano-Kun I see that you are in trouble… as always" she added mischievously.

Kaede: "Oh!… Again… swimming in Tadano-Kun papers" said Kaede while she looked at the pile of Documents, as if it were a work of art.

Tadano: "Oh… if it's Nene and Kaede who bring you to this gloomy god-forsaken place" I said plaintively.

Nene laughed at my act and said.

Nene: "I am always where they need me and from what I see you need help urgently."

Kaede: "I… also came to help…"

I smiled upon hearing her words and gladly accepted her offer.

So the 3 of us didn't get to work.

Despite its appearance.

Kaede finishes the documents surprisingly quickly even sometimes she is faster than Nene.

Nene was also surprised at first but when Kaede looked at us with a cute confused expression we decided to let it go. Everyone has their own peculiarities in this school.

When we finished all the documents the girls helped me carry it to the teacher's room.

Both Nene and I had one eye on Kaede to prevent her from suddenly disappearing.

On our way back to the living room I gave them each a drink taken from my space ring.

I gave Nene an Iced Soda and Kaede an Iced Tea.

They both thanked me until Kaede remembered something and started rummaging through her bag.

I swore I saw an endless abyss when she opened her bag. But it was probably just my imagination.

When she finally found what she was looking for she took it out. It was a Bento box, she put it on the table and said.

Kaede: "I prepared them yesterday with the help of Dante-San, I planned to share them with Nene, but since we found you, why don't we eat them all together, since we are having something to recover energy because we didn't add some appetizers hehe." "He said with a warm smile on his bright face.

We both nodded and gathered some tables to eat.

It was a nice moment and a very enjoyable chat while Kaede explained how he almost burned down his entire house while heating the water.

Nene was giving her advice to improve, since she was the main cook in her house, her knowledge was not something to despise.

Both girls also asked to see more of my supposed "Magic Tricks", to satisfy them I started putting things in and out of my space ring.

They were amused as she saw the variety of things kept in the ring.

It was a joyful moment until the sound of falling cans rang out.

When we looked in the direction of the sound.

We saw a very shocked Komi-San.

Her emotions were Chaotic and tears had already formed in the corners of her eyes. Before she could say anything she ran away.

I couldn't react in time and could only watch her leave.

When I was about to run after her, a delicate hand supported me.

Kaede: "You know Tadano-Kun… There are times when we should let things calm down a little before acting… maybe if you go after her now things will turn out even worse than they already are… why not instead "We helped you think of a way to solve this problem," Kaede said in her usual calm tone.

You may be right, I'm very upset right now.

Seeing her expression at that moment I didn't want to do anything more than hold her in my arms and comfort her.

But maybe you don't want me to do that right now.

Her emotions were very complex when I felt them with my ability.

I got lost in thought for a moment.

*third person POV*

Unknown to Tadano, both friends had a silent conversation with their looks and some gestures.

Nene: "You know what you said is not true…"

Kaede played dumb with her usual cute expression.

Nene: "Just don't do it again… okay?"

Kaede smiles mischievously and narrows her eyes showing off the pair of sparkling emeralds of hers.

Moving her lips but not saying anything she said.

Kaede: "Just for a little while longer…" while she hugged Tadano without him noticing her.

80% -> 82%

*Tadano POV*

When I came to I found Kaede clinging to me.

Tadano: "Is something wrong Kaede?" I asked for.

Kaede: "Um… I just tried to catch an insect that stuck to your clothes" she said while in her hand there was a small ladybug.

Nene: "…"

*Sigh*

So please help me come up with plans to solve this problem.

Nene: "What do you think about us becoming friends with her so well, from what I remember I saw you helping her a lot to become friends with Agari-San."

Kaede: "Oh! It's a good idea... Komi-San seems like someone very cute to me... plus I think it would be fun..."

Tadano: "Do you really think it works?" I asked with some doubt in my heart.

Nene: "Yes... I don't think there is much of a problem, if we become her friends this incident will be easily solved, besides it's not that we were doing anything wrong... we were just eating together, if we invite her to join in the future the matter will be solved. Easy right?"

Kaede: "Ohhh… Nene is so smart," Kaede encouraged while patting her hands in admiration.

Nene smiled a little smugly and I nodded.

Tadano: "Well, let's use that, anyway I was going to present them anyway, this will only speed things up. Please take care of Komi-San, she is a good girl, she is just a little shy around strangers."

Both girls stared at me for a moment and then looked at each other before starting to laugh.

I was a little confused until Nene said.

Nene: "FUAHAHA… you looked like a father instead of her friend… that was kind of funny…"

Kaede: "Haha… Tadano-Kun as kind and gentlemanly as always… haha"

I was a little embarrassed and said...

Tadano: "Well, whatever, we're moving forward… or we'll be late, today I'll make another presentation to calm down a bit, do you want to come?"

Both girls stopped on the spot and looked at me before saying.

Nene and Kaede: "Yes!"

I let out a sigh at how serious they looked about this matter.

Tadano: "Well then let's go… however this time I won't stay so late. "My mother kicked my butt for being so late last time and I don't want to experience that again." I said with a frightened look on my face as I trembled slightly.

Hearing my words the girl duo laughed again.

*Sigh*

Well I guess my performance today will be a little more interesting.

*Komi POV*

*Heavy breathing*

After stopping I realized that I was already very far from the school.

My heart hurts.

I do not know why.

Tears run down my face.

Why do I feel this way?

I put my hand on my chest as I lean against a nearby wall.

My emotions are turbulent as I slide little by little until I end up sitting on the floor.

My mind could only replay that scene over and over again.

Tadano sitting next to those 2 girls, eating, chatting and laughing so happily.

I don't like!

I do not like it for nothing!

You should just smile like that for me!

No!

I'm thinking!

How can I think like that!

How can I have such despicable thoughts!

Besides, they weren't doing anything wrong.

They were just hanging out.

Then why?

Why do I feel this way?

Who should I ask?

Who could tell me what this is that I feel?

A person crossed my mind.

Mother!

Mom sure knows what I can do!

With determination I ran home.

I hope mom hasn't gone shopping yet, right now I really need her advice.

*third person POV*

Komi-San did not notice that a shadowy figure was discreetly observing her, it was none other than Yamai.

Yamai began to bite his nails in frustration upon seeing Komi-San's state,

Yamai: "That damn guy. Next time you won't be so lucky! I will destroy you! Komi-San can only be mine! Let her fuck that bitch Otori! "I don't give a shit!"

Yamai continued cursing at a rapid pace to herself.

*Komi POV*

I quickly burst into the house.

This alarmed the occupants and the heads of Shousuke and my mother emerged from the living room and the stairs respectively.

When Shousuke saw me he gave me all his attention, but he didn't say anything.

My mother, on the other hand, became serious and approached me.

Shuuko: "My girl, what is happening, why are you so upset?" My mother said with a worried expression on her face.

Komi: "M-mom… what can I do?" With those words I collapsed against her and began to cry as I let out all the feelings in my heart.

My mother was surprised for a moment to hear me speak but she quickly recovered and listened attentively as she comforted me.

Shousuke's look was gloomy and she left after seeing me calmer.

Shuuko: "There, my little one… what you feel is love and not a light one… you have fallen deeply in love with your little friend… hell, I am a little envious that the boy has made a great place in your heart." My mother said while she was still rubbing my head.

Komi: "Love? Do you seriously believe it?"

Shuuko: "Come on Shouko… who are you trying to fool? You should have already realized it. Right? Being close to him makes you feel safe, you like his voice, his warmth calls you and makes you feel calm... his smell excites you" she said the latter with a mischievous tone.

I blushed wildly upon hearing his words, but to my surprise I couldn't deny any of his statements. I really had all those sensations when I was next to him.

Shuuko: "What you felt when you saw him with those girls is jealousy… you were jealous that they took him away from you… it's partly understandable." She said as she caressed my cheek.

Shuuko: "My girl, you have always been very introverted and shy since you were very little. Your father and I were worried that you couldn't interact with others until you told us you found a friend. And it turns out that your first friend will now be your first love… There, my girl mom is very happy for you" she said while she played with my cheeks.

I blushed at his words and tried to escape from his grasp.

But like steel tongs they held me firmly and prevented my escape.

Shuuko: "Oh come on, don't be shy now... without any previous experience and being him, he opened the doors to a wider world for you, it is natural that you develop certain feelings. However, it seems that your feelings run even deeper than that. It seems that the boy also has some skills to have you in this state… haha if mom was a little younger maybe she would also aim for him…" he joked mischievously.

I quickly waved my hands.

Never!

I would never let my mother target Tadano-Kun!

Shuuko: "Ya, ya… it was just a joke… Moo∼ what a serious girl you are Shouko. However mom loves you just the way you are" he said as he rubbed his cheek against mine.

This filled me with shame but warmed my heart.

Shuuko: "Well… for starters, I think you owe that kid an apology."

Komi: "!"

Shuuko: "Oh! It seems that you think the same... you know it wasn't very nice to run away like that. You didn't even let the poor boy explain himself. Besides, he was only eating with those girls, there was no further interaction, so you still have a chance... you know, my little one, the attentive cat is always the first to take the fish. He is an attentive kitten and prevents another stray from taking what you want." "She said as her ruffled my hair and stood up.

Shuuko: "Well, come on, you must be hungry after running so much and your efforts in the athletics club, you know, mom was never very good at racing, I was always better at strong attacks. My teacher always said that a powerful hit was better than hundreds of weak hits. Oh look at me reminiscing like an old crone. What was she in? Oh yes, your club, mom is happy you can join one after so many years. I hope you manage to make friends with that interesting Sempai of yours. And remember to demand the gift that she promised you to that child, who knows, maybe you can change that gift for something more… intimate" she said the last bit playfully before running off to the kitchen.

When I thought about the scenario my mother described, my face turned red as a tomato and I ran after her.

Author's note: Well here is the chapter, originally I was going to divide it into 2 parts but I think it is better in one, this will be the only one for today, I am a little tired and I am sleepy. With that said, the next chapter I plan is somewhat controversial, take precautions. with that said. Remember to drink a lot of water and that I love you very much. Sincerely your favorite depressive author.

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