Interest

With the addition of Sumire and Umi, I decided to walk them home. The five of us got off at the next station, not leaving Hana behind.

Chii's house was the closest to the station while Sumire and Umi's houses were in the same area, maybe just a few streets away from each other. Because of that, it didn't take too much time to complete.

Just that, I intentionally made a few detours to prolong my time with Chii who ended up sulking despite her willingness to give her seat to Sumire earlier. Sumire and I also stopped by at the same park last Saturday, teasing the girl further. Hana even considerately let her be alone with me by accompanying Umi to the bathroom.

When they returned, Sumire was already crimson red from the short kiss that we shared. It's not an extension of last time but another appreciation for her dedication. She's doing her best in practice and with her reconciliation with Nagai, the strained atmosphere in their club had all but dissipated.