Isn’t Cheating Normal?

Yuigahama reached out, poked his arm, and said with a smile: "Kuromori-kun has such thick skin..."

"Sorry, I'm just being honest."

Haruto was speechless and replied, "I found that you have quite thick skin yourself..."

Initially, Yuigahama didn't dare get too close, but now she was bold enough to poke him... Believe it or not, he would poke her back!

"Not at all."

Yuigahama sat next to him, stretched out her legs, raised her arms, and stretched her body, revealing her beautiful figure.

"I don't think Kuromori-kun is scary at all... I didn't say anything just now."

She tilted her head, gave a silly smile, and bumped her head.

Haruto had to admit that this dumpling was quite cute and had a nice figure.

And he could keep chatting with her quite easily.

"Kuromori-kun, you can call me Yui..."

After Yuigahama finished speaking, she quickly explained, "Don't get the wrong idea, it's just that all my friends call me that, so..."

"..."

As they talked, time flew by, and the timer in the oven went off.

Yuigahama opened the oven wearing gloves, and a blast of hot air rushed out.

"Ah..."

She was startled and quickly stepped back.

Haruto sent a message to Itsuki, telling her he would be there soon.

It was like getting a 100% response when making a phone call. Haruto unconsciously reached out and hugged the girl who had bumped into him.

The first thing he noticed was her scent.

The fragrance of shampoo, shower gel, and other subtle aromas blended together, creating a refreshing smell.

Then, it felt soft and bouncy.

Haruto unconsciously squeezed his hand, and then a dull sound followed.

"Mhm~..."

"Kuromori-kun, no!"

'What do you mean no? It feels like jelly.'

Haruto moved his hand, and then suddenly realized what he was doing. He finally understood what he was holding.

"Thank you... Cough, sorry."

"Mhm..."

Yuigahama quickly crouched down, her cheeks flushed, and she was incredibly embarrassed.

'Did he just want to thank me for being kind? We've just met, how did this even happen?'

Yuigahama was so embarrassed that she almost started crying.

Seeing this, Haruto coughed and said, "Alright... I'll get it done!"

Soon, all the cakes were taken out.

Since something so embarrassing had happened, the atmosphere became a bit awkward, so Haruto quickly said goodbye and left.

As he stepped out the door, he happened to see Yukino walking away.

Haruto thought for a moment and ignored her.

After all, he hadn't done anything; it was just an accident.

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The Library.

In the corner, Itsuki sat upright, reading a book very seriously.

However, when Haruto got closer, he could see that her eyes were wide open and blank.

Hearing the footsteps, Itsuki turned around and saw Haruto approaching.

"Kuromori-kun!"

A hint of surprise flashed across her face, and she quickly waved, while the ahoge on her head flopped around unnaturally.

When Haruto sat down, Itsuki immediately spoke with frustration: "No, I don't understand it at all. Sensei clearly explained it, but I can't remember."

She clasped her hands together, her eyes sparkling, and looked at him with earnest hope: "Kuromori-kun, I'm begging you. As long as you help me with my homework, I'll do anything you ask."