Chapter 60 – JK Idol is worried by Free Person (part 3)
"Hi, I'm going to return the test result sheet"
The second semester test was over, and November was almost over.
During the test period, I kept helping Sakurazaki study, and I couldn't focus on my own study.
Sakurazaki seemed to not study at all because of her busy work.
... Well, my rank went up from 11 to 8 from the previous test, so it's okay.
I looked at Sakurazaki who was checking the test result sheet she received from the teacher, and Sakurazaki noticed it, then showed me a small peace sign.
Seeing her reaction, I felt more and more that that time was useful for her.
I looked back at my own test result sheet.
I have to work harder to get into the top 3.
"Himahara, can I talk to you for a moment in the next hour?"
My shoulder, which was staring at the test result sheet, was tapped by Suzuki from behind, and he said that.
"Oh, okay"
I knew without having to ask that it was about Shino.
The next lesson was self-study, so I listened to Suzuki's story.
"I, want to express my feelings to Nanamizawa"
"... Is that so"
"... You won't stop me?"
"I've told you many times, me and her are—"
"I know, I know. ... I want to finish everything before the winter break. Besides, there's Christmas too"
Christmas....
"..."
"What's wrong?"
"Aren't you... scared, Suzuki?"
"Scared? You mean, if you get rejected?"
"Yeah. If you express your feelings, and if you get rejected, how do you get back up..."
In front of Suzuki's determination, there was no doubt that my heart was weak.
"... You too, have someone you like? The person you're going to express your feelings to"
"... Yeah"
"Then, let's fight together. The feeling, if you don't convey it yourself, it will never reach forever"
In the midst of the class noise, only me and Suzuki were talking calmly.
"Himahara... you seem to be successful"
"... what's the basis of your words"
"You, whatever you do, you always succeed, study too, anything. Not like me, who's stupid"
"You're popular... be more confident"
"I..."
"Hey, are you studying properly?"
At that time, the teacher who was teaching in the next class came to check, and the class became quiet in an instant.
After that, I didn't talk to Suzuki anymore.
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I took Sakurazaki to the station, and after that I walked around the city.
Sakurazaki was happy because the test was over, and her smile, in a certain way, diverted my feelings.
A big advertisement that said "Christmas gifts are here".
... I have to choose a gift.
Under the cold sky in the city, I stopped for a moment while looking at the shop window.
The closer the day, the more ups and downs of feelings.
Maybe, I should stop.
No, I have to say it.
Repeat it over and over.
When December came, the snowy days also increased.
Even then, Sakurazaki seemed busy with her work, which felt even through the phone.
Should I express my feelings or not.
I, maybe I'm actually afraid.
If what Sakurazaki and I want are different, the mismatch that will occur.
I kept telling myself, I will succeed, I will succeed.
And finally I, was about to welcome that day.
- December 24th.
"Himahara-kun! Snow is falling! If it snows tomorrow too, it means white Christmas"
"Yeah, it seems so"
"Tomorrow, I can't wait"
Sakurazaki seemed to be looking forward to Christmas.
From his voice, the rise of his emotions was felt.
"... Good luck, for your live"
"Yeah! When it's over, I can meet Himahara-kun... I'll do my best! So, wait for me Himahara-kun"
"Yeah. I'm looking forward to it"
Tomorrow is finally... Christmas.
I started practicing cooking Christmas food.
Translator: Janaka