Following this, the sun continued to sink.
Yuigahama and I were walking on the sidewalk in the evening.
I remember when I walked this way before. I was still lifeless because of the cold winter new leaves
are growing from the sidewalk trees, which can rustle when blown by the wind.
As the season changes, the scenery you see in your eyes will be different. Between us like the sense
of distance that is about two steps away today is also different from before.
After coming out of the school gate, I walked a little bit and came to the road that should turned to
Yuigahama's house. However, Yuigahama didn't turn around and still marched forward.
"Hey, aren't you going the wrong way?"
Hearing my question, Yuigahama turned her heel a little and turned back.
"Well, We will take a detour."
She raised her chest with a smile that seemed to contain some secret.
"As long as the destination is your own home, it can be called the way home!"
"Eh eh... it sounds like an outing..."
And what you're talking about is not taken for granted... just like "Every 60 Seconds In Africa, A
minute Passes" Of course...
However, it cannot be said that this is beyond the scope of "going back together." So now do you
want it doesn't feel right to make a decision.
It seemed that I was urging me to go faster when I stopped, and Yuighama turned around and set off
again.
I also kept a half-step distance behind.
Yuigahama's footsteps are light, but she doesn't hesitate. Every time she takes a step, her bun
shakes, it seemed to be in a good mood.
"The weather today is really nice~. The sunset is beautiful."
She said so, looking up at the sunset. Yuigahama's toes sinking towards the setting sun
The direction, keep moving forward.
The smell of sea water began to appear in the blowing wind. Come out of our high school, walk for a
few minutes you will be able to reach Tokyo Bay.
"The sunset here is quite famous recently."
"What else is not famous about sunset... It's not a ramen shop or coffee shop?..."
I feel like I heard casual words like "This store is quite popular recently", A little confusing.
No, maybe it's just that I don't know this kind of business.... It may be the atmosphere group today
Young people also say, "The sunset in this store is quite hot now~. Ultraviolet and infrared
That soy sauce is really awesome. I ordered twice" and so on. how could it be possible.
But it seems like a good idea to make money from the sun...
Put a fool's ad slogan such as "pure organic natural sunbathing" on the roof of the building.
Then, it feels like you can make money. The owner sells sunbathing, plus some plants and spiritual
aspects
Vegetarian, surely can be fired (convinced).
My thoughts have drifted to the alchemy in fantasy, and Yuigahama sighed silently.
"No.... There were a lot of discussions on Intagram and SNS."
"what--..."
I know, I know, that's it, that's it. I nodded.
Indeed, the Inage Coast in the sunset is often photographed.
In the past, the impression it gave people was muddy in colour and very humid, but it was raised a
few years ago.
I don't know if it's Australia or which sand has been transplanted here, now it's turned into a white
sand beach in the style of a southern country health resort.
Moreover, the bay in Chiba City is considered a shoal, not far from Tokyo Bay, there is nothing going
on block out the setting sun to the west. It is a good sunset photography location in the suburbs of
Kanto.
I remembered that when I went to collect materials for the Christmas Party, I also took very good
photos.
"Well, it looks really good."
"That's right! I have said it before."
Yuigahama nodded happily, slowed down, and stood shoulder to shoulder with me.
"Look, these."
She said so and showed me someone's Instagram photos.
What appears in the photo is the sea surface shining brightly with the setting sun half-shielded by
the sunset glow. There are also women holding small dachshund and holding straw hats on her
head.
It's like a landscape painting.
It seems that some oversized dresses are blown by the wind, but it shows that the figure is not in
shape. Wrong, the straw hat also showed a refreshing feeling. And, it seems to be Sabley who is
teasing her chest the same smile with tongue out looks very good.
(Note: Sabley is the name of Yuigahama's dog)
By the way, isn't it Gahamama and Sabley? what? awesome. Isn't it too good-looking?
"It's so beautiful... it's really a good photo..."
Gahamama is so cute, I'm shaking my head. So to speak to the sunset feeling it, Yuigahama smiled
triumphantly.
"Right?"
It is indeed something to be proud of. Of course Chiba itself is "super good" and was photographed.
Since the beginning of the world, the sun has set here every day, and I've always lived here.
For us, this is a scene we have become accustomed to. But if you re-examine it through SNS,
You can still discover new value... The existence itself is so photogenic, this is Chiba.
At the end of the straight road and the sand beach, the afterglow of the setting sun is still shining.
If you leave the beach, you can definitely see the sky and the sea being dyed red.
Although I detoured a long way unexpectedly, my steps became lighter.
Beyond the white sand beach is the blue ocean.
There is also a dark red sky that is segmented and coloured like a palette.
The copper-coloured sun began to blur the outline and dye the sea orange. Every time red hits the
beach, its light will stain the white sand with its color. Very beautiful sunset.
"Oh—it's so beautiful."
"Yup--"
Yuigahama stood in a position just out of reach of the tide, and covered her eyes with her hands,
Looking faraway across the sea. I also hugged my arms, followed by a sigh.
There are no other sounds. Although some people are scattered in the distance, we can basically say
that we are occupying this scenery exclusively.
It's still the time to catch the sea on the weekend, and there will be more people in summer. Look
not many people come to watch the sunset specially on weekdays.
Well, although it is indeed a beautiful sunset, it is also used by locals. It is not so crowded specially.
Thanks to this, it is a good opportunity to take pictures. Yuigahama opened the camera of her
phone, the screen showed ocean and sky. Accompanied by the sound of the tide, the phone clicked
the photo with shutter sound.
Yuigahama then put down the phone she was holding just now and looked at the photo she just
took, satisfied she exhaled.
"The sunset was very beautiful during the Prom."
"Ah, good luck at the time."
The joint ball is held indoors and will not be affected by the weather. But because when it is sunny at
times, so it can maximize its advantage of being near the sea. Don't care beforehand how much
preparation, only the weather you cannot decide. So, I have to say "Ha! Good luck!"
"Well, and that place is also very good. I'm so lucky to be able to find that location."
Yuigahama nodded, and at the same time tilted her head slightly, and cast an inquiring look at me.
Her line of sight is asking me "how did you find it". My gaze starts to turn to the far away without
knowing it
Over the horizon.
"Oh, oh... that, just by accident..."
I'm not lying, I'm not fooling. Actually I did find that venue by accident. It's just that I'm a little shy
thinking about the process of discovering that venue.
Seeing that my gaze has drifted to the direction of the sea, Yuigahama thoughtfully said
"Yeah" there was a cry. Glancing a little, I found that Yuigahama was holding her chin in her hand,
and kept clicking
Hold your head.
"Oh, accidentally. Is that when you went out with Yukinon?"
"You know..."
I exhaled with a bitter face, while Yuigahama smiled.
"Well, I have heard of it."
"Ah, so..."
Well, it's not surprising. Usually these two people talk about everything. Also on LINE they will talk
about various things. But to what extent... I won't be connected like Komachi and Isshiki.
Have you said everything that should be said? Ok?
I was nervous, Yuigahama seemed to see through my thoughts and sneered.
"How are you? Where have you been?"
"No..."
I went to have a meal with the Yukinoshita family, but the purpose was not purely for two people to
go out. Play, so the nature is still somewhat different. It hasn't been long since the PROM.
And after the new semester starts, I still need to adapt, so there is no chance yet.
I replied with a shrug, and Yuigahama let out a sigh of relief as if froze.
"It's fine if you go."
"There is nothing for to go out and do..."
"Nothing needs to be done, just invite me normally."
what? What is this person talking about... I turned my head. Yuigahama stared with a surprised
expression.
If someone says something that is so natural, you don't know how to answer it.
"Because there are arrangements and so on, I can't find a consistent time."
I grumbled so perfunctorily, and Yuigahama blinked two or three times after hearing it.
"Go if you have time."
Hearing what I said, Yuigahama smiled with satisfaction. Looking at with a playful look
I then nodded softly, "Uh-huh".
Really! Is this an inducement inquiry? Isn't it a bit cunning? Shame and tiredness all at once
Surged up.
I sighed, my shoulders sank, and I felt my feet lose strength. All gone, I suddenly sat down. I
supported myself with hands on the beach, the dry sand feels very comfortable, it feels surprisingly
good to sit down. I feel the good touch of the beach, again I crossed my legs.
Seeing me like this, Yuigahama casted a reproachful sight to remind me.
"Sand will get onto your clothes."
"This little sand will be dusted off with few pats. If you have a cat, all your clothes will be full of hairs,
so if it's a bit dusty, you won't care too much. "
"Ah~. Indeed, Sable also shed a lot of hair"
"Right? Even if the hair falls into the miso soup, you won't care."
"I will care!"
Saying this, Yuigahama sighed helplessly and sat down cautiously.
"Hmm, the sea is really beautiful~"
Yuigahama stretched vigorously and looked over at once.
"Summer vacation, let's go to the beach together? I didn't go last year."
"Um, I'm a student preparing for the exam..."
My cheeks became stiff, and Yuigahama pouted dissatisfiedly and continued stubbornly.
go with.
"Me too"
...Is that right. Although it is a normal suggestion, it makes people think that you are not preparing
for the exam. I put on an expression of astonishment, and Yuigahama hit my shoulder.
"Your expression makes me angry"
"Ah..."
I was watched with unhappy eyes. Although the slapped shoulder doesn't actually hurt,
But at this time it was only said as a courtesy.
"Isn't it enough for a day? Look, there is a barbecue and a swimming pool here. Relax
Relax♪"
"If you rest too much, you will die..."
Phew, I said something in my style all at once.... I smiled with a smug face,
And Yuigahama, who was very happy just now, tilted her head with a "Huh?"
"What do you mean?"
Coming out of her half-opened mouth, besides the breath that was exhaled in a daze, there seemed
to be questions. Seeing this expression like Master Sora, I felt a strong sense of coldness.
(Annotation: A statue in the Kamakura period)
"Forget it, it's nothing."
Forget it, don't look at me, close your mouth, and I waved my hand.
Seeing me doing this, Yuigahama seemed to know that she didn't understand the cold joke I was
telling.
Taking a breath. Then she lifted her hair with the back of her hand, showing a strong smile.
" I didn't under what just said. Can you say that again? Well even you explain it to me I would ignore
you just like your classmates "
(Annotation: Here Yuigahama is imitating Yukino's way of speaking.)
"What kind of imitation is this... the level has improved a lot."
There is no need to ask who she is imitating. The expression and tone are vivid and vivid, with words
and sentences and the way of questioning, and the way of changing my name arbitrarily, are all
imitated quite alike.
"Because we've been together"
Yuigahama laughed and looked at the distant horizon.
The two people looked at the sea together, feeling that the sound of the rising tide became louder.
Watching the undulating sea surface, I can hear the sound of undulating tides in my ears, and
whether the comfortable sea breeze blowing off. My eyes are full of these sights, and I feel my self
after a long absence.
The stiffness I felt before finally disappeared.
Probably, this sense of distance, location, and relationship.
I feel able to get used to it little by little. In other words, maybe it has made her feel that I can get
used to it.
The setting sun slowly settled down. When I noticed it again, half of it had already sunk below the
horizon.
The dusk in the sky began to dissipate, and after the afterglow disappeared, what replaced it was
reflected in the sky
The street lights by the coastline and the flames of the steel mills rushing to the stars.
"What should we do nowr?"
Saying that, Yuigahama stood up all at once.
"Ofcourse go home."
I also straightened up and answered with a joking tone. Yuigahama heard me say this and stood up
dusting her skirt, sighed silently, and smiled again.
"Not that."
Then she took a step and faced me straight.
"It's about Yukinon and me,…ours."
Hearing words that seemed to have been heard before, my heart started beating beat violently.
I'm probably already showing a shaken expression. Yuigahama squinted softly, nodded gently. It
seems to be announcing that this is the time for her talk.
"Thank you for fulfilling my wish..."
Yuigahama whispered, showing a seemingly non-existent smile. Her gaze seemed to reflect
In the cold night sky, shaking feebly.
"I..., really, I didn't do anything."
The words that I squeezed out through gritted teeth contained regrets that always entangled my
heart.
Really, nothing was done. The same is true now. In the end, I still couldn't get the ground correctly
To the facts.
It's difficult, I'm not used to it, I don't understand, I treat these things as a token of innocence, even
task of solving the problems was left to Yuigahama. This form is definitely not a problem, after a
while we can get used to it, I just selfishly explain things in a direction that is beneficial to me.
I relied on her strength and tenderness, and I didn't even notice it.
I clenched my fist tightly, and even felt it was okay to squeeze it directly. However, on the contrary,
My voice was weak and hoarse.
"...It's all your credit for making everyone in club get along."
My voice was faint as if it was going to diffuse into the tide, but Yuigahama still heard the most. At
last she shook her head gently and spoke.
"No. If Hikki don't speak well, we probably won't be able to be to talk like that. "
She lowered her head gently, her eyes were already a little moist, reflecting the setting sun that was
about to disappear.
There was still the moisture of the beach in the sigh, and she continued to speak words like regret.
"But, but... Actually, I hope I can be hurt."
"That means..."
What will I say later, I don't know myself. I feel my chest is tight, it just made a sound similar to a
groan.
Yuigahama raised her head and looked at me, looking like she was glaring. The eyebrows are
twisted, already I can see the light that flickers like a flame in her eyes.
"I hate Hikki's serious side"
"I am sorry..."
This powerful voice overwhelmed me, and I didn't even dare to argue, but could only apologize to
she could not run away, and faced her gaze.
"I hate the side of you making decisions without authorization."
"...Sorry"
"Obviously I'm angry but I don't make excuses at all, which is also annoying. I usually say
It's also annoying to not say some random but important things at all.''
"What..."
Obviously every word was very strict, but Yuigahama's voice began to show warmth. Her eyes also
began to soften, like the calm water surface, dyed red by the setting sun.
"No... Yukinon who listened well was also doing something wrong. Well, but it's all fault of Hikki. "
"...Yup."
Well, that's right. As she said, there is no room for rebuttal. I laughed bitterly to myself.
This kind of thing can only be said by Yuigahama. There is only her in the world, she can take it and
turn it into language and tell it.
"...but"
Having said that, Yuigahama stopped. In order to hear the follow-up words, I took a half step, and
listen attentively.
Yuigahama opened her lips that had been closed just now, and let out a sigh of relief.
Then, stepping on the beach, take the last step vigorously.
"With everything concluded...I like you."
She took my neckline and leaned her forehead on my shoulder. Her hair flutters with the wind, there
was fragrance of flowers, and for a moment I couldn't help but hold my breath. Her body
temperature is conveyed across the shirt.
After that, my body also instantly felt warm. The breath she breathed out not only vibrated my
eardrums, and even my heart are also vibrated.
The weight with which she was leaning on was surprisingly light, and her shoulders were also
susprisingly weak.
However, those words and thoughts cannot be supported by my strength alone.
In the same way I treat fragile items, I carefully touched Yuigahama's shoulder and slowly created
distance little by little. I still feel very warm where she touched, so I feft sensation of cold when we
separated.
Yuigahama's hand gripping the collar of my jacket was weak, and her fingers moved away one by
one. Although some distance away, but I still couldn't look directly at Yuigahama.
"I'm sorry...I...I can't answer it right now..."
Should I have said a more decent answer. Even if it's a sentence, even if it's forgotten language
should also give a clear answer.
But I strongly believe that I don't even have the qualifications to answer.
Only after facing her heart honestly can I say it.
As a person who has never been honest until now, I can't even say anything casually.
I can't say it, nor can I accurately convey the obvious.
So, whatever you say is wrong.
"I know, I have to answer you more formally and give reasons. But, really, I will embarrassed..."
"It's okay, it's just that I want to say it."
Yuigahama interrupted my stupid words.
Then she grabbed my collar and pulled it towards her. I keep looking at my feet
I had to face her.
"It's me who likes and thinks like this without authorization... Then, one day I will do it without
authorization and give up. "
Her voice sounds lonely, but her eyes are very firm and unwavering
Staring at me.
"Until I give up, I will keep it like this, always like it.... So, neither I need an answer. If you find it
troublesome, heavy and tricky, laugh and fool around as usual youu can go or escape. "
This is the same false confession that someone had thought. But it is impossible to deny it.
These smiling eyes are really strong, gentle... and strict. Used by others
Such a sweet voice said, "It's okay to escape," but it became impossible to escape.
"...I feel like I can't escape."
"Well, I won't let you escape."
I smiled embarrassingly, and Yuigahama also smiled.
Although this unclear and ambiguous relationship is problematic, it is also restricted. I understand
Only after each other's positions can we re-measure each other's sense of distance. In this dilemma
If you want to quit, you won't be unharmed.
I am afraid there will be no way out of harm.
In this way, it can be detected and re-established in the end.
New relationship between us.