SWNOVELXO Chapter 35 - Golden week is Tumultuous
Having finished my last task before Golden Week, I’m heading straight home for the first time in a while. Arriving safely at my apartment, I manage to let out a sigh of relief.
“Phew… Thank goodness. Nothing happened today…”
Without being invited by anyone, I have time to myself.
“Not that I dislike it, but it’s a bit overwhelming. I wanted some time to think…”
Well then… I’m supposed to go on a date with Chief Matsuura. Why? How? When? Somehow, it’s come to this. I’m not regretting it, but there’s a part of me that can’t quite digest the situation.
“I’ve never been on a date with such a beauty before. I want to make it enjoyable, but…”
Can I do it? Can I, who was dumped by a girl I liked for being boring, pull it off?
“Sometimes, I find myself irritating for being so hesitant. Should I just eat something?”
Because a lot happened today, I don’t have the energy to cook. So I’m going to make do with some frozen beef stew, toasted bread, and salad. While it’s bad manners, I read an online novel.
“Hmm, tasty… So, modern rom-com novels are erotic… But it’s not just erotic… It’s erotic on top of a proper story… Everyone’s pretty amazing…”
As I think about this and finish my meal, leaning back on the sofa… It seems… I can’t even relax for a moment.
“A call from Ms. Morishima… I have to answer it, don’t I… Hello?”
“Hello, good job today. Are you okay right now?”
“Yeah, I’m fine. What’s up?”
“Um, would you go on a date with me on Monday?”
What did she just say? It sounded like a date… No way… I must have misheard because I was reading a rom-com earlier.
“Uh… Can you hear me? Did I bother you?”
“No! Not at all… Are you serious?”
“Hehe… Don’t be so stiff. I just need some advice.”
I see, that’s what she means. I’m inexperienced, so I didn’t understand if it was a joke or not. That’s probably why she said I was boring and dumped me.
“If that’s the case, well…”
“Really? That helps a lot.”
“But…”
“It won’t take much time, so don’t worry. It’s precious Golden Week, after all.”
“Then, it’s fine.”
“Great, I’ll send you the time and place the day before. Bye for now.”
She hangs up…
“Phew… It’s a consultation… What could it be?”
The call wasn’t persistent, and it was easy as she only talked about the matter at hand. She’s easy to talk to and a nice girl, so I should be able to help with some advice.
“Huh? What?”
I have a call… from Chief Matsuura!
“I, I have to call back…!”
I hastily make the call.
“Hello?”
“Ah- I’m sorry? I called but you didn’t answer… Were you doing something? If you’re busy…”
“No, it’s fine. Just a little…”
Wait? I had a call from Ms. Morishima… Why can’t I say that? It’s not something strange, right? I’m not dating Chief Matsuura…
“Um…Mito-kun…?”
“No… Are we talking about Sunday?”
“Uh, yeah… Can I leave it to you…? I’m not sure about these things…”
“Not a problem at all. I’ll make a reservation in advance. It’s Golden Week after all.”
“Oh, thank you… You’re reliable…”
“Well, it’s just that…”
Well, I have learned my lesson. I was told by my ex-girlfriend, why didn’t you make a reservation? Even if I don’t say it, you should know… Sigh… Women are difficult.
“No! That’s not true!”
“Ah, thank you…”
Somehow… I get shy when I’m told things straightforwardly…
“Um, um… What should I do…?”
“No, just be yourself. I’ll let you know once the plan is decided tomorrow.”
“Oh, so that’s how it works… Th, thank you…”
“Yes, leave it to me.”
“So, so… Do I hang up? Oh? You hang up? Eh? Eh?”
“Hehe… Doesn’t it not matter?”
“I, I’ve been laughed at…”
“Ah– sorry…”
“No, it’s okay! Um… Good night…”
“Yes, good night. I’ll hang up then.”
I finish the call and lean back on the sofa…
“Sigh– I was nervous…”
Talking with Chief Matsuura makes me nervous… No… Should I say it makes my heart race? Am I a maiden?!
“What’s the difference between the two?… I don’t know…”
I feel more at ease talking to Ms. Morishima… But I feel more enjoyable with Chief Matsuura… Then, my smartphone rings again.
“What’s going on today?… My sister?”
Thinking it’s a good timing, I answer the call.
“Hello?”
“It’s your sister.”
“Obviously.”
“Oh, you’re not in a good mood.”
“Sorry, I’m just a boring guy.”
“Oh… You’re seriously ill as usual. You…”
“Leave me alone. So, what’s up?”
“Do you have plans for tomorrow?”
“I was planning to play games but…”
That’s why I told Chief Matsuura Sunday would be fine… But circumstances have changed…
“Then, I won’t. I wanted a man’s help because I want to go shopping.”
“No, I’ll change my plans. Sure, I’ll accompany you.”
“…This is unusual. You, who indulged in games and novels after being unable to enjoy your student days…”
“…I can’t deny it… No, I have something to consult about and I want to borrow your car the day after tomorrow.”
“Oh… That’s unusual. Usually, you keep it to yourself until you self-destruct.”
“Well… I think I need to change a bit… My state of mind…”
“That’s a good trend. You’re too serious, so live a little easier.”
“Sis… Thank you.”
“Hehe, you can call me ‘Big sis’, you know?”
“I refuse.”
“Hehe… But– I’m glad. That the day when you can think like this has come… Okay, I’ll lend it to you… But, be prepared, okay?”
“I know, I’ll explain the situation.”
“Oh? That’s unusual…”
“Well, it’s related to the consultation…”
“I see… I understand. Then, I’ll come in the afternoon tomorrow.”
“Ah, got it.”
The call ends, and finally some quiet time comes.
“Something happened one after another…”
A month ago, there was no change at all… I can’t deny that I’m a bit overwhelmed… But– I realized I didn’t feel bad about it.