Chapter 9: Alone time with my waifu

currently it's lunchtime, and I've looked almost everywhere I know, but still, I can't find Miku. I may not know all of the places that exist at this school, but I am familiar with the most of them. I even missed my lunch, well, that's is my last concern right now.

On my search, I came across Nino in front of the canteen, who was behaving differently than usual; she was now more nice to me. 

"hey, are you not going to eat?"

She was fidgeting a little in her spot. I could understand; she is unfamiliar with this type of situation. Her actions caused a small smile on my face.

"I think i will pass today."

"Hmm? Are you OK? Your eyes were a little red in the morning too."

Nino has a worried and slightly upset look on her face; if I'm not wrong, she planned to eat with me. Seeing her act sweetly, which is the polar opposite of the prior few days, I felt a strong urge to tease her, but I suppressed it for the time being.

"What? you are worried about me? that actually made me happy, you know."

"Hmph, It's not like I was worried about you or anything; I just thought you were high or something."

Now back to the present.

"Damn it, Where could she be? If only we were in the same class, I could at least keep an eye on her. Is there anywhere I missed? Think Ren think."

Then a realization hit me like a truck.

"How dumb could I be? I've completely forgotten about that place. A high school anime is incomplete without that place."

Without wasting any time, I quickened my walking speed and began climbing stairs after stairs, till I reached an unlocked door.

HUFF!

HUFF!

I wiped the sweat on my face and inhaled deeply to stabilize my breathing, then i pushed the door open.

As the door opened, what greeted my eyes was a wide rooftop, a clear blue sky, and dazzling sunlight. and on a corner, a girl stood there, quietly taking the view while listening to something. the soft sunlight playing on her features, enhancing the delicate curves of her figure. There is a charming grace in the way her long hair is swaying in the dancing air, adding a touch of softness to the surroundings. It was not some fancy display, but her calm beauty seemed to enhance the peacefulness of the rooftop. turning the ordinary view into something mesmerizing.

Ba-Dump! Ba-Dump! Ba-Dump! Ba-Dump! Ba-Dump!

I delivered a hard punch to my heart, which was going crazy just by seeing her, to calm it down. I didn't try to conceal my presence as I approached her. Even after that, she didn't notice me, or perhaps she is ignoring me.

I stood silently alongside her, not saying anything. I want to talk to her, but I don't want to disturb the peaceful expression on her face. Rather, I started playing a game that I found after searching for a long time. It's not like I enjoy this game; it's just another opportunity to get closer to Miku. Despite the fact that I don't particularly enjoy this game, I've spent many hours playing it in order to impress her if we ever discuss it. Anything for my love.

A few minutes later, I felt someone tap my arm. There is nothing to think about who it is, since here is on one else other than us. 

My red eyes meet her beautiful blue ones, she has her usual somewhat blank face, which makes it hard to know what she is thinking.

"That game, Do you like it?"

I looked at my phone and gave her a natural smile that developed in my lips after hearing her calm, serene voice.

"This game, yeah, it's kinda 'fun'. to be specific, i don't 'like' the game, what i 'like' is the generals in it."

If I looked closely, I could see a glint of curiosity in her eyes, but she didn't let it show on her face. Of course, she wouldn't just tell anyone about her little 'secret', since even her sisters are unaware of it. let alone me when I am only a stranger to her.

"Isn't it boring? What's there to like about them?"

Humans are social beings from birth. Everyone, regardless of what they say, wants someone who understands them or allows them to be themselves in front of them; she is no exception. Even though she has sisters she trusts and is close to, her interests are a bit different compare to other females around her age. So she doesn't feel comfortable discussing it with others, Added with her low self-confidence. 

What will happen when she meets someone who is probably the only one around her who shares her interests?

The answer is obvious. 

I have this 'serious' look on my face, as if I 'can't believe' what she's just said. 

"Are you for real? there are many interesting things about them. like their brilliance in war strategies, their samurai code or the iconic battles they fought, their ambition for power and dominance......................"

(AN: All hail chat gpt for all the info.)

As I talked about them, my 'serious' face gradually transformed into an ''incredibly enthusiastic' one, showcasing my 'excitement'. At the end of my speech, I notice Miku's surprised expression. Not a dramatic one, just a natural astonished expression from all I blurted out in less than two minutes.

"......"

There was silence for a few seconds until Miku spoke up.

"Umm, You know, I actually like them a lot too."

She lowered her head, there is a red tint in her cheeks and ears. She also began fidgeting with her fingers.

"Really? That's awesome!"

My eyes 'sparkling', and my voice was filled with 'amazement'. I may be acting right now, but I never thought what she liked was weird, not even in my dreams.

"B..but, isn't it weird that even though i am a girl, i like this kind of thing? while girls my age like handsome models or actors."

I don't want to repeat the same mistake that I made with Itsuki; this time, I bent my knees a bit so I could see her face, which she refused to raise. My red eyes meet her blue eyes once again. Her embarrassed face reminds me how much of a beauty she is.

"Hey, listen, you being a girl has nothing to do with it. You could love whatever you want, as long as it's not something dangerous, and you should have confidence in what you love. If you are worried about what others will think, you don't have to please everyone; just treasure those who understand you and are close to you."

My voice is as genuine as it can be, with each words reflecting what my heart felt. Miku also observed my face seeking any dishonesty in my sincerity, which she obviously failed. 

Miku raised her head but remained silent, her face still slightly flushed. To break the silence, I made a joke.

"You think you are weird, but you are not as much of a 'freak' as I am when it comes to generals from the Sengoku period."

I knew she would take this joke differently, and she did not disappoint me. Her expression became serious right away, and her eyes narrowed slightly, as if someone had hurt her pride. There's nothing left of her earlier embarrassed self.

"Hoh, So you are saying you know more about them, that me?"

As i thought, She seriously took that as a challenge.

"Hmmm, that's certainly is the case."

To make her more talkative, I said it with a smug face, which frustrated her even more. 

"Then answer this, the story that Nobunaga addressed Hideyoshi as "Monkey" is very famous, Right? But do you know that's not true? Do you really know the name Nobunaga used to call Hideyoshi?"

With each words, she leans closer to me, her signature pout making her cheeks puffy like a squirrel. I really want to poke them so badly, but I can't, at least not yet.

"It's bald mouse."

Of course, how can I forget that when I see that teacher, who looks exactly like a bald mouse each day I come to school?

"Th..Then, How abou-"

She isn't done, of course, and wants to ask more questions, but I stop her and propose something.

"Then why don't we play a game? You ask one question, and I will ask one; let us repeat this five times to see who can answer the most."

Miku immediately accept.

"I accept your challenge."

I rubbed my eyes, for a split second, I saw her wearing samurai armor. Unfortunately, before our little game could begin, the bell rang, indicating the end of lunch break. 

"Oh no, I want to talk more with you." 

By the sudden end of our conversation, my mind desperately started to think of something that I could use to meet her later. The only option I can think of is inviting her after school with the excuse of our game.

I took a long breath to prepare myself to ask, anticipating the moment when I was about to ask, however Miku beat me to the punch.

"Umm, you said, you want to talk more, right? then, how about we meet here after school? Let's see who have more knowledge."

I was taken aback by her sudden proposal, but it's perfect for me. This brought a pleasant smile to my lips.

"That's a great idea, i was actually thinking the same, it seems our thinking is quit alike. however, we will be scolded if we get caught here, let's meet somewhere else."

After that, we exited the rooftop. While descending the stairs, Miku asked something that left me dumbfounded and disbelieved.

"By the way, Who are you?"

"Really? Now?"

I facepalmed myself, couldn't believing this girl.