"When is 'next time'?"
"I-I-I... next semester... no, I mean spring break, this spring break would work?"
"Really?"
"Ugh... I'm sorry, I really can't do it!"
Watching Asahina Nazuna's flushed face, Kaoru found it amusing.
So she could show this girly side too.
"In that case, how about a date?" Kaoru said, "I know this might be too fast, but it wouldn't hurt to try getting to know each other a little."
Asahina Nazuna instinctively panicked slightly.
He could say the word "date" so casually—no wonder he was called the Harem Overlord.
He must be really skilled at handling girls.
But she couldn't panic. She was his senior, after all.
"O-okay, after exams are over, let's... let's go on a date! Just the two of us!"
Asahina Nazuna suddenly thought of something and immediately emphasized, "It must be just the two of us! Absolutely, positively no third person!"
Something like a sound party was completely beyond her comprehension as a senior.
She'd much prefer it to be just the two of them, slowly drawing closer in an ambiguous atmosphere, gradually touching each other's hands, and then their warm lips.
That would be a real date!
"Of course, it'll be just the two of us." Kaoru found it strange.
Why would anyone bring a third wheel on a date?
Asahina Nazuna couldn't help but sigh in relief.
As long as it wasn't a party, she wasn't afraid.
A girl's first experience couldn't possibly be a party—that would be way too indecent!
Wait, even if she wasn't participating in parties, as his senior, she still needed to lecture this guy.
What kind of ideas had he been putting into a good girl like Ichinose Honami's head?
"Mitoma-kun, I think this kind of..."
But before she could finish, someone wrapped their arms around her waist from behind.
"Eek!"
"Aha, are you two discussing how to go on a date?"
Kiryuin Fuka's breath brushed close.
"Even though you're Nagumo's childhood friend, you're planning to date this cute junior right in front of him? That's just wonderful, Asahina."
It was as if she had flipped a switch in Asahina Nazuna.
The corner of her mouth twitched. "Kiryuin-san, aren't you standing a bit too close?"
"Because your expression is so interesting, Asahina."
Kiryuin Fuka smiled faintly, her gaze shifting to Kaoru. "To be honest, what kind of expression should I use when facing you, cute junior?"
Kaoru looked back at her.
Although they hadn't seen each other for a while, she hadn't changed at all—the same familiar face, examining him with the expression of someone delighted to find fresh prey.
"Lately, rumors about you are flying everywhere. Dating multiple girls at once, stealing others' lovers, being a netorare enthusiast, the Harem Overlord... all these terrible deeds almost made me think I was back in my hometown."
No one would describe their hometown like that, right?
But Kaoru could tell her tone carried no hostility or disgust.
Asahina Nazuna subtly slipped out of her embrace and moved to stand on the other side, smiling as she said.
"Kiryuin-san, I can't just ignore what you said, you know?"
"You switch sides so quickly, though I'm quite happy about it."
Kiryuin Fuka chuckled. "You know, seeing Nagumo's expression was absolutely priceless!"
Asahina Nazuna looked startled, then heard her continue, "Let me ask just in case—are the two of you truly in love?"
"Re...really... Wh-what are you suddenly saying!"
Asahina Nazuna's face flushed bright red.
As soon as she finished speaking, she realized her reaction was too intense and hurriedly added, "I told you, Kiryuin-san, no gossiping about other people's business!"
Kiryuin Fuka shrugged: "You had the same reaction last time."
"D-don't even mention last time! Who would go to someone else's classroom and ask about such things outright?"
Asahina Nazuna seemed genuinely angry, making it clear the two had some minor history.
"Because I wanted to see what reaction Nagumo would have."
"That's just terrible!"
"My, you're making me a bit shy with such praise."
"I wasn't praising you!"
That tone, that personality - Kiryuin Fuka truly hadn't changed at all.
"Kiryuin-senpai, are you really just here to gossip?"
Actually, Kaoru felt her personality was quite similar to Sakayanagi Arisu's - treating others like interesting toys to play with, though her way of doing things was more like Koenji Rokusuke.
In other words, she did as she pleased, following her own whims without considering anyone else's feelings.
"Gossip?"
Kiryuin Fuka pondered for a moment, "That's part of it. For example, do you think you're being genuine? Or is it just teenage lust, wanting to play around with more girls?"
Perhaps it was too direct - Asahina Nazuna instinctively turned to sneak a glance at Kaoru's expression.
"What if it's both?"
Kaoru didn't feel there was anything to be ashamed of.
Smack!
Asahina Nazuna slapped her own forehead.
What was she expecting? This man was even worse than Nagumo Miyabi.
A man who could host sound parties with beautiful girls would naturally have extremely strong lust!
To be completely honest, he was actually more impressive than Nagumo Miyabi, being able to make them willing participants.
"What an honest child."
Kiryuin Fuka smiled faintly, "So, is that how you see me too?"
Kaoru remembered - he had done quite a few things to Kiryuin Fuka in the past.
"I..."
"Whatever you say doesn't matter to me."
Kiryuin Fuka cut him off, "I'm just somewhat looking forward to what Nagumo will do to you, and how you'll fight back. As for me... I'm so cute and charming, it's inevitable that you'd like me too."
"What a narcissistic thing to say."
Asahina Nazuna retorted.
Though she had to admit, Kiryuin Fuka did have her own charm.
The black pantyhose enveloped her entire slender legs, her tall figure was quite striking - one wouldn't doubt her legs could crush arms, and she could kick several men flying with one foot.
Her ample bust was even more eye-catching - in certain scenarios, she'd probably be the haughty queen type.
"Did you come here just to say these things?"
Kaoru said, "I admit I have feelings for you, but I can't afford to pay attention to you right now, Kiryuin-senpai."
As he spoke, he pulled the nearby Asahina Nazuna over, wrapping his arms around the senior's slender waist.
"Like Nazuna-senpai - she's just too adorable."
Asahina Nazuna's pretty face instantly turned crimson, steam practically rising from her head.
No matter how many times she told herself to stay calm internally, she still felt dizzy, her heart beating rapidly.
The feeling of being forcibly kissed by him returned - her whole body grew hot and weak, stiffly staring at his face, his lips, his chin without moving.
On the other side, Kiryuin Fuka's smile gradually faded as she furrowed her brow.
"I don't know what you're talking about. I just came over to say hello."
"Is that so?"
Kaoru chuckled, "I thought Kiryuin-senpai was curious about what dating feels like, which is why you specifically came to greet me."
"Oh my, does my cute kouhei-kun think I don't know what dating feels like?"
Kiryuin Fuka maintained her smile.
Of course, she had no idea what dating felt like—she had never even held a boy's hand since childhood. But so what?
"Nothing, really. I'm just happy that Nazuna-senpai agreed to go on a date with me."
Kaoru gently stroked Asahina Nazuna's cheek, lightly brushing her lips.
Just as she was about to speak, he suddenly lowered his head and whispered, "It tastes really nice, sweet."
Asahina Nazuna slowly covered her flushed face.
What was this? Wasn't he quite skilled at handling girls?
She couldn't bring herself to dislike this kind of kiss.
If the party involved kisses like this, she might reluctantly consider attending!
"By the way, Kiryuin-senpai..."
Kaoru's voice suddenly trailed off as he noticed Kiryuin Fuka lowering her index finger, which had just touched her lips, acting as if nothing had happened.
"What? Do you want me to keep watching you two flaunt your affection?"
"No, it's nothing."
"Next time, remember to remind me. If I had taken a photo and sent it to Nagumo, I wonder what kind of expression he would make. Hehe."
Kiryuin Fuka turned around, wearing her usual intrigued smile, and slowly walked down the hallway. She paused abruptly at a corner.
"The feeling of dating?"
Her index finger touched her lips, as if pondering the "taste" he had mentioned.
"Hehe, it's just... I haven't met a boy who can 'develop' me yet."
Whether out of reluctance or a return to her usual composure, Kiryuin Fuka scoffed disdainfully.
She couldn't care less about Kaoru's provocation.
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