"Little Yukino is busy? Then never mind. Just call me back when you're done."
Haruno didn't dare hint or remind too much; Hoshimi, that smart guy, was also with Yukino. It would be a huge problem if he noticed the surveillance.
The purpose of this call and message was only to wake Yukino up and bring her back to her senses.
As long as Yukino woke up, Haruno believed there would be no further developments today. Her sister was very reserved and sensible!
As expected, after reading the message, Yukino's face turned cold as she said something to Hoshimi.
Hoshimi seemed somewhat helpless but had no choice but to behave properly.
"Ha~"
With the crisis averted, Haruno let out a light laugh.
Is that it? Is that all? Hoshimi, you're nothing!
Show me what you've got, and if you kiss Yukino again, I'll take your surname!
Then, under Haruno's watchful eye.
Hoshimi secretly took Yukino's phone, fiddled with it by his side, and did something unknown. In the end, he stuffed the phone into the sofa crevice.
Next, Hoshimi seemingly gave Yukino some kind of intoxicating potion, making her unwillingly kiss him again.
Seeing this, Haruno's eyes widened in shock.
My foolish sister! What did he give you to drink?! Even now, why are you still kissing him?!
Don't you know?! Your actions are basically telling him 'I'm not angry! Keep going!'
My foolish sister! Why are you so naive!
Already suffocated with anger, Haruno turned off the computer, put on her clothes, and, without a word, headed to Yukino's apartment, ready to confront her.
She couldn't delay any longer; if she didn't act now, she'd be on her period soon!
Calling now would be useless! That bastard Hoshimi must have turned off the phone or put it on silent!
She had to go in person to wake Yukino up!
Hoshimi Kiyokawa, right?!
You wait! Don't leave! I'll be there soon!
…
Time passed a bit.
"Ding-a-ling~~ Ding-a-ling~~ Ding-a-ling~~~"
The urgent and brief ringtone suddenly rang, waking Yukino, who was in a daze.
Her body shuddered as she realized the dangerous situation she was in.
After glaring at Hoshimi, who was as flushed and breathless as she was, she quickly took a look at her phone.
"Caller: Sister"
Yukino's breath caught, and her body tensed instantly, her facial muscles stiffening.
She dared not answer the call. Not only was she worried about whether Hoshimi would cause trouble, but her own labored breathing would likely betray her if she answered.
So she hung up on her sister's call but felt it unreasonable not to respond, so she quickly sent an email to explain.
"Sorry, sister, I'm busy right now and can't take the call. Is there something you need?"
After sending the email, Yukino anxiously waited, fearing her sister might insist on talking to her or question what she was doing.
A few seconds later, her sister's email arrived, and Yukino opened it.
"Little Yukino is busy? Then never mind. Just call me back when you're done."
"Phew~"
Yukino sighed in relief.
Fortunately, her sister didn't suspect anything or press her about what she was doing.
It was a stroke of luck amid misfortune.
"Yukino, why didn't you answer your sister's call?" Hoshimi asked, blinking.
"..." Hearing Hoshimi's voice, Yukino's expression turned cold instantly.
She turned her head slightly, glancing at Hoshimi, and coldly said, "Hoshimi, take your hand off me."
"Cough~" Hoshimi coughed lightly, subtly withdrawing his right hand from Yukino's chest.
"Hoshimi."
"Mm, Yukino, what is it?" Hoshimi lowered his gaze, looking like he was acknowledging his mistake.
"Hoshimi, look at me."
"Okay~"
They locked eyes, their beautiful gazes reflecting each other.
Yukino's lips parted slightly as she said in a disturbingly calm tone, "Hoshimi, you've been a bit excessive today."
"Sorry, it was my fault." Hoshimi blinked, choosing to apologize first.
He had indeed been too hasty today, trying to jump straight to the end.
However, he hadn't originally planned it this way; it was just that Yukino gave him so many opportunities, giving him hope, so he wanted to try...
If it weren't for that damn call, he might have succeeded, though the chances were slim.
Even though Yukino's attitude toward him had softened a lot today, it was unlikely she would give in so easily; she would likely wake up at a crucial moment.
"Hoshimi, you're still a high school student, and I am too. Do you understand?" Yukino turned her head, looking straight ahead with implied meaning.
"Understood..." Hoshimi's eyes shifted, and he tentatively asked, "What about university?"
"..." Yukino didn't respond.
She looked down at the movie still playing, irritably leaning forward and pressing the fast-forward button to skip this part.
Seeing this, Hoshimi realized Yukino wasn't as angry as he had imagined...
Even now, Yukino hadn't left his embrace or turned off the movie to make him leave.
Hoshimi thought for a moment, staying silent, and waited for the atmosphere to heat up again.
The movie continued, and Yukino remained in Hoshimi's arms, watching without showing her feelings.
Hoshimi watched the movie and Yukino, patiently waiting for the right moment.
The film he chose was a classic South Korean film called "The Color of Love."
The story is too complex to summarize but is known to be very loving, warm, and deeply touching.
Initially, he had chosen Malena, but Yukino said she had already seen it.
Then he switched to The Reader, Cloud Atlas, Paris, je t'aime, and Original Sin, but Yukino said she had seen them all.
To his surprise, the usually cold Yukino was quite knowledgeable and adventurous when it came to movies.
After much thought, Hoshimi selected a South Korean film, which Yukino hadn't seen...
The movie continued, and the plot reached the part where the protagonist obtained the female lead's house key and impersonated her husband to enter the bedroom...
Hoshimi glanced at Yukino, noticing a flicker of discomfort in her eyes.
He raised his eyebrows slightly, secretly taking Yukino's phone, placing it on his lap, setting it to silent and turning it off without looking, then stuffing it into the sofa crevice.
With the obstacle removed, he might try again. Though the chances were slim, what if he succeeded?
"Yukino..." Hoshimi began his act.
"Don't even think about it."
"Huh? I haven't said anything yet."
"Then don't say anything or think about it. I'm very angry right now; you'd better not provoke me."
"Oh..." Hoshimi blinked and waited for the movie's climax before softly asking.
"Yukino, can I give you a kiss?"
"...No..." This time, Yukino's response was slower, and her voice was a bit softer.
"Yukino, can we hold hands?"
"...No."
"Then what about a hug?"
"Aren't you already hugging me?"
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