May 1st, Saturday. The first day of the holiday.
The weather outside was very clear, with occasional gentle breezes blowing.
It seemed the heavens were cooperating, making it perfect for people on holiday to go out and have fun.
And Mochizuki Yo, who was sleeping soundly in his room, naturally couldn't feel any of this.
Naturally, Mochizuki had played games with his two gaming friends all night yesterday.
It wasn't until five in the morning, after the game's daily quests had even updated and they had completed them, that they were willing to go offline.
Mochizuki couldn't help but admire them; those two girls could really stay up late.
So now, he was still sleeping like a log.
... 'Ding-ding.' 'Ding-dong.' 'Ding-dong.'
This was already the second time Shiina Mahiru had come to ring Mochizuki's doorbell today.
At nine o'clock in the morning, Shiina Mahiru came once.
She brought breakfast for Mochizuki, but there was no answer, so she guessed he might be sleeping in. It was the first day of the holiday, so she let Mochizuki sleep and went back.
It was already eleven o'clock, time to start preparing lunch.
Shiina Mahiru had no choice but to take out the key.
'Click.' 'Click.'
The sound of the door opening and closing rang out, and Shiina Mahiru had already entered the house.
Shiina Mahiru pulled open the curtains by the balcony, letting light shine in, and the room brightened up.
The room was as tidy as when she left last night.
She glanced at Mochizuki's tightly shut door, sighed helplessly, and decided to make lunch first.
About half an hour later, Shiina Mahiru had finished cooking the dishes, covered them with lids to keep them warm.
The rice was still cooking, but it was about time to wake Mochizuki.
Shiina Mahiru knocked on Mochizuki's door, and of course, there was no response. Then she turned the doorknob and the door opened.
Entering the room, she came to Mochizuki's bedside.
She saw Mochizuki was still fast asleep, sleeping very soundly.
Because of sleeping, his hair was a bit messy.
'Your hair has gotten a bit long.'
Shiina Mahiru couldn't help but reach out to tidy it, only then clearly seeing Mochizuki's smooth and clean forehead, and his handsome face.
For a moment, Shiina Mahiru couldn't help but observe him a little longer.
His entire face was just slightly marred by the slightly dark circles under his eyes.
Shiina Mahiru could guess that Mochizuki must have stayed up very late last night.
It wasn't until Mochizuki stirred that Shiina Mahiru came to her senses and realized it was time to wake him up to eat.
Skillfully, she pulled open the curtains and turned off the air conditioner.
But this wasn't enough; Shiina Mahiru still needed to gently shake Mochizuki a few times for him to wake up.
This time, Mochizuki wasn't groggy and didn't reach out to pinch Shiina Mahiru's cheek like last time.
'Did you stay up late again last night? That's very bad for your health, Mochizuki-kun.'
Shiina Mahiru spoke without mercy, like a mother lecturing a child.
'Didn't stay up late, I pulled an all-nighter.'
Mochizuki lay on the bed, answering weakly.
'You! That's even worse! Get up quickly and eat!'
'Oh, okay.'
But Mochizuki still hesitated and didn't move.
Shiina Mahiru looked at Mochizuki strangely again.
'Ahem, Shiina, could you step out for a moment? I need to get dressed.'
Mochizuki said awkwardly.
'Huh? Ah! Oh.'
Only then did Shiina Mahiru react, her face instantly turning red as she covered her face and quickly fled the room, closing the door behind her.
So that's how it was.
When did Mochizuki-kun develop the habit of sleeping naked? It's a good thing she didn't pull back the blanket just now!
Seeing Shiina's strong reaction, Mochizuki was a bit confused. He was just not wearing a shirt; wasn't it normal for guys not to wear a shirt?
Mochizuki was too excited playing games last night and felt a bit hot, so he took off his shirt.
Mochizuki quickly changed his clothes and finished washing up.
Coming to the dining table, Shiina Mahiru was already waiting for Mochizuki.
It seemed she had already recovered from her earlier shyness.
While eating lunch, Shiina Mahiru earnestly explained the downsides of staying up late to Mochizuki, telling him not to stay up late anymore.
Mochizuki responded perfunctorily while enjoying the delicious food.
Seeing Mochizuki's indifferent attitude, Shiina Mahiru could only puff out her cheeks in frustration.
Then, she chatted with Mochizuki about the plans for tomorrow's outing.
So the two decided that when they went to the supermarket to buy groceries together in the afternoon...
...they would also buy sunscreen, as the amusement park would be quite hot during the day.
After the meal, Shiina Mahiru told Mochizuki to catch up on sleep, while Mahiru went to wash the dishes.
Feeling his phone vibrate, Mochizuki checked it.
It was Yamada Elf who had created a group chat.
There were only three people in total.
Namely herself, Mochizuki, and Ai Kele's Little Tuli.
Yamada Elf: Are you guys awake? Let's continue battling this afternoon.
Ai Kele's Little Tuli: Wuwuwu, I got scolded by my older brother last night.
Ai Kele's Little Tuli: Let's play tonight. I have to go out with my older brother this afternoon.
Light Novelist Wang Yue: Catching up on sleep!! I also have to go out this afternoon.
Yamada Elf: What!!!
Yamada Elf was greatly disappointed; as soon as she created the group chat, no one was available to play games with her. Was she the only one stuck on a deserted island?!
... Around three or four o'clock, Mochizuki's phone alarm went off.
He put on his shoes and sent a message to Shiina Mahiru.
Shiina Mahiru quickly came out of the house, and the two were ready to set off.
Compared to the morning, Shiina Mahiru had changed into a light and simple dress, carrying a small shoulder bag.
Stepping outside, Mochizuki felt the heat of the weather and only then understood why they needed to buy sunscreen.
Mochizuki only brought his phone out, but luckily Shiina Mahiru brought an umbrella.
So, it turned into Mochizuki holding the umbrella, shielding both of them.
Because they were standing so close, Mochizuki's arm occasionally brushed against Shiina Mahiru's shoulder, but thankfully, she didn't seem to mind.
After walking this long distance.
Upon arriving at the mall, Shiina Mahiru took Mochizuki to a barbershop.
Mochizuki thought Shiina Mahiru was going to get her hair cut, but to his surprise, Mahiru was telling him to get his hair cut.
'Huh! No way, Shiina, aren't we going grocery shopping?'
'It's not too late to go grocery shopping after getting your hair cut. Look how long your hair is.'
Mochizuki considered it and thought there was some truth to it.
Lately, his hair takes a long time to dry after washing, and the weather is so hot now that his scalp felt hot just walking here.
Since they were already here, he might as well get it cut.
Soon, under the barber's skillful hands.
Mochizuki got a messy short haircut.
His forehead and eyebrows were no longer covered by his hair.
His refined face was no less striking even when compared to girls.
After cutting Mochizuki's hair, the barber's eyes lit up.
The man who had just seemed a bit gloomy and ordinary instantly became so handsome and charming under his exquisite skill.
Only slightly less so than you in front of the screen.
It seems his skills have improved recently. This haircut deserves extra payment.
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