Chapter 166: Disheveled Clothes
Indeed. Even right after finishing the exam, they didn't forget about club practice. Although the subject they had tomorrow was considerably easier compared to the previous two, it was still something that required proper preparation. A person capable of training with such a big heart probably had good grades, right?
"Alright, let's go already. What's there to look at?"
Hikigaya Hachiman, hearing something about the sports club, showed no interest at all. Yuigahama Yui, noticing this, urged him a few times and then grabbed Yukinoshita's hand, heading out of the school gate.
"Huh? Yukinoshita, your car's picking you up today?"
Upon leaving the school, Yukinoshita didn't follow the usual routine of saying goodbye and then getting into a luxury car. Hikigaya Hachiman, feeling a bit puzzled, directly asked about it.
"I had the driver go home first today."
Brushing the hair behind her ear, Yukinoshita Yukino explained in a matter-of-fact tone.
"Oh, in that case, I can walk home with you, Yukinon!"
Hearing Yukinoshita's explanation, Yuigahama Yui looked especially happy. She hugged Yukinoshita's shoulders and rubbed her cheek against hers in a friendly manner.
"Unfortunately, we live in different directions. Soon, we'll have to part ways."
Unable to endure Yuigahama Yui's overly enthusiastic actions, Yukinoshita Yukino showed a troubled expression while stating the fact.
"Oh? Is that so?"
Instinctively, Yuigahama Yui turned to look at Hikigaya Hachiman, wanting him to confirm whether what Yukinoshita said was true.
"How would I know?!"
Seeing Yuigahama Yui looking at him, Hikigaya Hachiman replied in exasperation. He had never been to Yukinoshita's place, so how could he possibly know whether she was lying?
"Somehow, it really feels like Yuigahama relies a lot on Hikigaya…"
At that moment, Yukinoshita Yukino suddenly spoke.
And she pierced straight to the heart of the matter, pointing out the relationship between Hikigaya Hachiman and Yuigahama Yui. Both of their expressions stiffened immediately.
"How could there be something like that? You must be misunderstanding, Yukinon!"
Yuigahama Yui, completely lacking any talent for lying, laughed awkwardly. She clearly didn't understand the story behind "there's no need to hide silver in a place it can be found."
"Well, we're classmates after all. It's normal for her to come to me for help sometimes…"
Compared to Yuigahama Yui, Hikigaya Hachiman remained much calmer. After all, it would be extremely difficult to hide things from Yukinoshita Yukino.
Rather than wasting a lot of energy concealing the truth, it was simpler to just admit it. Besides, there was nothing between him and Yuigahama Yui anyway.
"Oh right, we haven't been to Yukinon's house before! Can you let us visit?"
Hearing that their relationship was just classmates, a hint of disappointment flashed across Yuigahama Yui's eyes. But she quickly recovered and suggested visiting Yukinoshita's home.
"Well…"
A trace of hesitation appeared on Yukinoshita Yukino's face. In all her years, she had never brought a friend home.
"Not allowed?"
Yuigahama Yui looked pitiful, as if she would immediately cry if Yukinoshita refused.
"Of course… it's allowed…"
Holding her forehead, Yukinoshita Yukino let out a helpless sigh. For some reason, she found herself unable to refuse Yuigahama Yui's request. What was happening to her?
"In that case, I hope you two have fun…"
During their conversation, the three happened to reach the crossroads where they would part ways. Hearing that Yuigahama Yui wanted to visit Yukinoshita's house, Hikigaya Hachiman got on his bicycle, preparing to ride home afterward. However, Yukinoshita Yukino looked at him with a puzzled expression.
"Why are you riding a bike? Don't you know the way to my apartment?"
Saying this, Yukinoshita Yukino stared at Hikigaya Hachiman, scrutinizing every expression on his face.
After all, with Hikigaya Hachiman's abilities, she wouldn't notice if he secretly came at night to spy.
"Do I have to go too?"
Hikigaya Hachiman, unaware that he had already been suspected of spying in Yukinoshita's eyes, was slightly taken aback.
"Of course."
Yukinoshita Yukino frowned, looking at the shocked young man in front of her. Her place was relatively far, and she didn't want Yuigahama Yui to go alone. Moreover…
"So, are you coming?"
With a flicker in her eyes, Yukinoshita looked away and asked again.
"Then I'll trouble you."
The invitation from Yukinoshita Yukino was now clear. Refusing at this point would make him seem ungrateful. Hikigaya Hachiman nodded, agreeing to visit Yukinoshita's apartment.
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After more than twenty minutes of walking, guided by Yukinoshita, a building that looked very high-class appeared before the three of them.
"Wow!"
Looking at the magnificent building, Yuigahama Yui exclaimed in admiration, then gazed at Yukinoshita with awe.
"Yukinon, it's amazing that you live somewhere like this…"
"..."
Hikigaya Hachiman silently followed behind them. Especially after hearing Yuigahama Yui's words, he lowered his head, pretending he didn't know her at all.
"You can just leave the bike over there. There's a security guard…"
Before entering the building, Yukinoshita first pointed out where Hikigaya Hachiman could park his bike. After he parked and returned, she swiped her access card and took the elevator with the two of them to her floor.
Upon opening the apartment door, contrary to their expectations of cleanliness, the entrance had a pair of crimson high heels carelessly tossed aside. Looking from the entrance toward the living room, black stockings, obviously expensive clothes and jackets, short skirts, and finally…
"Sorry…"
The three fell silent for a few seconds, staring at the messy scene, before Yukinoshita quietly closed the door and took them back to the elevator.
"Is this Yukinoshita-san's sister?"
To ease the awkwardness, Hikigaya Hachiman asked. Knowing Yukinoshita's personality, the house would usually be very clean. The only one who would leave clothes scattered like this must be Yukinoshita Haruno, whom they had briefly met at the amusement park before.
"Yes."
Watching the elevator numbers decrease, Yukinoshita lightly nodded, showing a helpless expression. Anyone would feel troubled dealing with a sister like that.
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