I (30), Who Works for a Black Company and Died While Regretting My Gloomy Life, Started Over From High School!

Chapter 81: Side Story Shijouin Papas Pick-Up (2)

Hmm? Oh, and who might you be?

Ah, nice to meet you! Im Niihama Kanako, the little sister of Onii-chan!

Disguised as an innocent girl, Kanako, in full outing mode, politely bows and introduces herself.

(But Onii-chan Shes really laying it on thick)

Well, I wanted to apologize to Haruka-chans father Its my fault that Haruka-chan couldnt go home last night

Hmm?

Dressed as a pure young girl, Kanako briefly explains yesterdays events to Shijouin-san. She mentions delivering the wallet in the rain and bringing the drenched Shijouin-san home, among other things.

So, I felt really sorry for causing Haruka-chans family to worry Im truly sorry.

Oh, no, you dont have to worry about that. You were genuinely concerned about Haruka, who got caught in the rain. The heavy rain that followed, causing transportation disruptions, wasnt something that could have been predicted even by the weather forecast. It was just bad luck.

It seems that Shijouin-san, apart from me (or any man approaching his daughter), is indeed a very gentle person, and he interacts amicably with Kanako as well.

Oh, Im relieved to hear you say that! I had so much fun getting along with Haruka-chan in just one night But I kept thinking that Haruka-chans mom and dad must have been really worried

Hahaha, its alright. Both my wife and I are adults. We stayed in touch, and it wasnt a big deal.

Um, Shijouin-san Didnt you scream like crazy over the phone when you found out about Shijouin-san staying over?

But you two became so close in just one night?

Yes! Shes beautiful, cute, kind, and warm I cant find enough words to describe her! I kept wishing I had an older sister like her!

Yeah, yeah, I know. Haruka is the cutest in the world.

Shijouin-san nods happily, praising Haruka with all his might (probably because he truly means it). He seems to have forgotten about me and is in a very good mood.

U-Um, Kanako-chan Its too much to praise me like that. Father, please stop

Blushing, Shijouin-sans daughter, overwhelmed by the excessive compliments from her younger friend, speaks up. Yes, even I would feel embarrassed in this situation

Well, but its true! We spent the whole time together yesterday, doing various things We took a bath together, chatted on the futon It was so much fun being together all the time!

Huh?

I wondered why Kanako suddenly started talking to Shijouin-san Could it be that shes throwing me a lifeline?

I see Well, if you spent that much time together, then its true that there wouldnt have been an opportunity for Niihama boy to make contact. Maybe I was too sensitive

O-Oh!?

My suspicions of misconduct have been cleared!?

Shijouin-san, without any doubt, believes Kanakos testimony as a seemingly pure and well-mannered junior high school girl! Girls have amazing acting skills!

Kanako gives me a quick glance, as if saying, Not just a favor, but a hundred favors, and smiles mischievously. Well, she truly saved me!

Do you understand now, Shijouin-san? Im not so wicked as to take advantage of a situation like a natural disaster.

Hmm Although I intended to ask if there was any inappropriate situation that occurred without your proactive involvement Well, Ill believe you for now. I must admit I acted a bit childish in front of your sister.

He really knows how to pinpoint the right spot, and it made me break into a cold sweat But I managed to get through. However, that was more than just a bit childish, President, in my opinion.

Oh, come on, Father! Whats with all the mumbling to Niihama-kun? Were really grateful for everything this time, so you better not say anything rude again!

N-No, I just I only asked about the situation when you stayed at someone elses house Well, alright then. I should be going!

To avoid further scolding from his determined daughter, Shijouin-san hastily gets into the car. He really doesnt have any resistance against his wife and daughter

Phew, sorry about my father But we should probably leave soon.

Yes, its a bit sad, but See you again!

Haruka-chan, thank you so much for everything. Please give my thanks to Mika-san as well.

Bowing slightly, Shijouin-sans daughter gets into the back seat of the car.

Finally, this overnight stay is coming to an end. Its a little bit sad, though

Nevertheless, I was able to create many memories with Shijouin-san, and I managed to avoid Shijouin-sans overprotective eruption. If this were a game event, it would be a complete victory.

Niihama-kun!

Suddenly, I noticed Shijouin-san sticking his head out of the rear window.

I dont know where to begin thanking you for everything this time! But I had such a great time! Especially

Under the summer sunshine, the girl waves her hand with a beaming smile towards me and Kanako.

And to convey her feelings of enjoyment, she raises her voice loudly

I had so much fun being together with Niihama-kun all night!

In that instanttime froze.

Both Kanako and I, still smiling in farewell, froze in place. The car, which was in the middle of departure, abruptly came to a complete stop as if its engine had stalled.

And then

W-Wha Wha Whaatttt!? H-Haruka! What did you just sayyyyy!?

With a few seconds delay, a scream from Shijouin-san resonates from the passenger seat.

Hahaha, our desperate attempt to deceive was exposed in an instant.

And as for Shijouin-san himself, he looks bewildered by the intense reactions around him, saying, Huh? Huh? Thats right I should have anticipated this situation, but I completely forgot to silence the natural airheaded girl after the shock of our morning co-sleeping

(Oh no The lid of the hellish furnace has been lifted. This is not just a matter of life and death)

You, you, you Boyyyy! So, you really!? Oi, Natsuzaki!? Dont start the car!

Haha, that was quite an impactful revelation, but now we must quickly show Madame the cheerful face of her daughter.

Oh!?

Natsuzaki-san!

Waitttt! There are so many things I need to question that boy about the situation!

The car, carrying an enraged Shijouin-san, starts again, and Natsuzaki-san extends his thumb out from the drivers seat.

Ah, thank you, Natsuzaki-san!

It feels like hes acting in accordance with Akiko-sans intentions, but in any case, Im grateful!

Hey, Aniki, look! Haruka-chan is waving at us.

In response to my sisters voice, I shift my gaze, and I see Shijouin-san vigorously waving her hand towards us from the rear windshield, even though her father is in a frenzy.

And so, we wave our hands back in response.

Like distant relatives who get along well or old friends reunited after a long time, our mutual feeling of reluctance to part is conveyed.

In my previous life, I couldnt have imagined It was the best night.

Well, thats all well and good, but

Hey, Aniki Sorry to interrupt your immersed state, but

Yeah?

Shouldnt we call Haruka-chans dad ourselves and explain?

Its such a hassle, but I guess we have to

Realizing that the mission of calming down a typhoon is now upon us after surviving the heavy rain, I muttered with a heavy-hearted voice.

And soafter making a call to the Shijouin household, I found myself engaged in a conversation resembling a court trial with an angry Tokimune-san, all in order to convince them that it was merely an accident resulting from both of us falling asleep.

Im exhausted