Hikigaya's Inner World of Spring

Before bed:

Washing up.

Bathing.

Two beauties, wrapped in towels, walked past Hachiman's line of sight one after the other. Sitting on the sofa in the living room, the boy couldn't help but steal a few glances.

"I'm done with my shower, Hachiman-kun. You can head in now," Yukinoshita said, stepping out of the bathroom and addressing Hachiman, who was tidying up the sofa bed.

Hachiman casually glanced at Yukinoshita, freshly out of the bath, and responded calmly, "It's no big deal if a guy skips a day of showering, right?"

"Not a chance!"

Yukinoshita immediately shot him a disapproving glare.

"Go take a shower! Honestly, you lazy mutt, can't you show a bit of diligence for once?"

"Fine, fine..."

"Stop sighing and go already. I'll finish setting up the sofa bed for you."

"Alright then."

A husband must heed his wife's words, after all.

As Hachiman sighed and turned to go, Yukinoshita hesitated for a moment, then added, "Hachiman-kun, once you're done with your shower, I… I have something important to tell you."

Hachiman raised an eyebrow. "Something important?"

A faint blush colored Yukinoshita's cheeks. "Yes, very important. Go clean yourself up first. Once you're done, I'll tell you."

"Can't you just tell me now?"

"No!" Yukinoshita quickly glanced at Kasumigaoka's room before lowering her voice. "Senpai hasn't gone to bed yet. Just… go take your shower, and I'll talk to you when you're done."

Hachiman hesitated, observing Yukinoshita's mysterious demeanor, but eventually nodded. He turned and headed toward the bathroom.

The moment he entered, Yukinoshita stood still for a few seconds before retreating to her room. There, she pulled out a bottle of MAX Coffee from her bag.

"I'm sorry, Hachiman-kun..."

Muttering softly, she carefully opened the bottle, took a few small sips, and instantly felt reinvigorated.

At the same time, a determined glint flashed in her eyes.

Moments later, Hachiman emerged from the bathroom, clad only in a thin white towel. He stepped into the living room and noticed the sofa bed had already been prepared by Yukinoshita.

"Come here," she said with a smile, patting the space beside her on the sofa bed.

Hachiman walked over hesitantly. "So, what's this important thing?"

Sitting down beside her, he found himself unintentionally leaning closer. A faint, delicate fragrance wafted from her, and her alluring figure, wrapped in a towel, made his heartbeat quicken.

Yukinoshita put a finger to her lips. "Shh, keep your voice down. Senpai just turned off her lights."

"Uh…" Hachiman grew more confused, lowering his voice. "What do you want to tell me?"

Her pale legs shifted slightly, and a blush crept up her face. Gently biting her lip, she asked in a soft voice, "Let me ask you first. Do I… look good tonight?"

Hachiman was stunned for a moment, caught off guard by the unexpected question.

But then…

Seeing her delicate legs and shy expression, he swallowed involuntarily. "You… you look beautiful tonight."

What a cunning woman!

Yukinoshita, in turn, chuckled lightly. "Hachiman-kun looks very handsome tonight too—especially dashing."

Hachiman's face reddened, though he remained composed. "Just get to the point. I want to sleep."

Yukinoshita smiled again, her hand brushing against his as she murmured, "Hachiman-kun, do you want to do something thrilling tonight?"

"Huh? Thrilling?"

Hachiman was baffled.

Yukinoshita leaned closer, bringing her lips near his ear. In a low voice, she began explaining her plan.

As he listened, Hachiman's expression shifted from surprise to shock, then to utter disbelief.

By the end of it, his eyes widened as if they might pop out of his head.

"Wha—"

"Shh!"

Yukinoshita quickly gestured for silence.

"Keep your voice down! Don't wake Senpai!"

"You…"

Hachiman wanted to say something but hesitated, his face flushing red as he stared at Yukinoshita in astonishment.

"Are you really Yukinoshita?"

"Dummy, don't you recognize your own girlfriend?" she teased, rolling her eyes.

Hachiman felt awkward. Something about Yukinoshita tonight seemed… off. Normally, she'd never suggest something so audacious.

"So… will you do it?" she asked, her tone soft and alluring as her hand brushed his.

The atmosphere grew increasingly intimate.

Gulp.

His heartbeat quickened involuntarily.

With a flushed face, Hachiman finally gave a small nod.

He agreed.

There was no helping it.

What man could refuse such a beautiful request? Especially when that beauty was none other than his charming, adorable, unparalleled girlfriend?

There was no reason to say no.

Yukinoshita's face lit up with a smile. Blushing, she added, "Remember, we can only take one hour—no more, not even by a second. Otherwise, we won't wake up in time tomorrow. When it's over, you'll head back to the living room and act like nothing happened. Don't forget."

"An hour, huh… Got it," Hachiman muttered, his face still red.

"Good."

Yukinoshita picked up the MAX Coffee from the table and handed it to Hachiman.

"Here, take a few sips to perk up."

"MAX Coffee? Are you seriously telling me this wasn't premeditated?"

"Don't overthink it! I just happened to bring it along. Ahem, I've already had half the bottle. You can drink the rest—it'll help… with energy."

"This… fine."

Drinking coffee late at night felt strange, but if he faltered during their upcoming "task," it would be embarrassing. Without hesitation, Hachiman downed the remainder of the coffee, unaware of what it truly contained.

Yukinoshita hesitated briefly but quickly regained her composure. With a soft smile, she spoke gently, "Hachiman-kun, I'll head to my room now. Come join me in five minutes… I'll be waiting."

"...Mm."

Blushing, Hachiman nodded.

With that, Yukinoshita stood, her figure swaying slightly as she walked back to her room.

Watching her alluring silhouette, Hachiman couldn't help but feel a wave of anticipation.

However…

What Hachiman didn't realize was that, behind her calm demeanor, Yukinoshita's expression was filled with guilt and inner turmoil.

"I'm sorry, Hachiman-kun."

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