[DROP] Horimiya: Izuna Miyamura
25. Dating with Shizuku (1/3)

"Are you okay, Kaori?"

Just as Izuna was walking away, Shizuku immediately asked Kaori worriedly.

Indeed she knew this even before Izuna said it, but since she didn't want to hurt Kaori's feelings, Shizuku just kept quiet and let things run naturally.

If Kaori's feelings are still there and escalate to the point where it can be referred to as "love", that's a good thing. But, if even though Kaori loved Hajime, but her love was clapping one hand, it would be even more painful for Kaori.

That was why, he just kept quiet from earlier and let Izuna talk at length, it was also because he did not want Kaori to get hurt later on.

But, as a best friend, Shizuku still felt sorry and pity for Kaori at this time.

"No need to worry about me, Shizuku-chan. I'm fine." Kaori with a forced smile tries to look tough and fine in front of Shizuku, but it is useless considering that Shizuku has known her from childhood.

"Don't lie, Kaori. I know you must be why. You can tell me if something's bothering you, aren't we best friends?"

Justright. Shizuku is the only one who understands Kaori the most, considering that she has known Kaori since they were children. And during that time, they have always been together until now.

If asked what he knows about Kaori, Shizuku is convinced that she knows everything about Kaori. That was also the reason why he asked Kaori if she was okay or not.

Because from his experience, Kaori said as she is right now, it means that she is not doing well, and there must be one or more problems on her mind.

"It's Shizuku-chan. I just want to set my feelings for now, and I want to make sure with my own heart. So, let's just go home now. Besides, it's too late at the moment" Kaori said. Although at first he was quite sad and like a person who had a lot of pressure, but not for long he returned to his usual self.

Seeing Kaori who had become cheerful and excited with her innocent smile, Shizuku couldn't help but worry more at the moment.

But, he ended up just sighing helplessly knowing he couldn't do anything at the moment. And all he could do was support his best friend from always being by his side.

"Um, if you say that. Then, what if you stay at my house tonight? We haven't stayed together in a long time, have we?" Shizuku remembers that the last time they stayed together was at the end of March, right on their first day of High School.

And at that time, they both stayed at her house for 2 days, and it was a good time.

Therefore, she suggested this, hoping that Kaori could forget what she was thinking and relax more.

"yes too. All right, I'll call my mom if I'm gonna stay at your house tonight.we can have a pajama party tonight!"

Seeing Kaori who seemed to be getting excited again, Shizuku smiled and nodded happily.

"certain. But, let's pay for the drinks we ordered."

They had previously ordered two juices for them to drink, and since Izuna had already bought the drinks at the minimarket before, she had not ordered any drinks and had only accompanied them.

"Okay, let's go to the cashier's table!"

The drinks they ordered were not expensive, and would probably cost them around 300 yen and 400 yen, so they would have to pay 700 yen for the drinks they ordered.

They had already prepared two 500 yen coins, but when they were about to pay, who would have thought if someone had paid for their drink.

"Is that Miyamura-san?" ask Kaori.

"It looks so." Shizuku nodded and continued, "we can thank her tomorrow at school."

"Ms." Kaori nodded in agreement.

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On the other hand, Izuna was already in his apartment.

Although Izuna knew that her words just now might hurt Kaori's feelings, and make her mind go awry, but she felt that she needed to do that.

After all, it was for the good of both (Kaori & Hajime). If he didn't do that, there might be a lot of trouble that would befall both of them later on.

As for, if Kaori's feelings still exist and can even grow to be referred to as "love", but does Hajime also feel the same as himself?

Nah!

All of this comes from his experience. And he also believes that his choice to do so is best for both of them.

"Izuna, it's dinner time!"

Iori's voice roused Izuna from her daydream, she immediately replied with "Yes" and then walked towards the dining table.

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At the dining table, Sayu was preparing dinner for them. This time, she also helped Iori cook and was taught some recipes that interested her.

Don't get me wrong, even though this is the case, Sayu can also cook.

Once upon a time when Izuna and Sayu were alone in the Apartment, Sayu cooked miso soup for their lunch, and when Izuna ate miso soup made by Sayu, he felt that his cooking was no less delicious than Iori's.

He also thought that if Sayu could hone her cooking skills a little more, she might be able to become a chef at a famous restaurant.

But, even so, Sayu had no intention of becoming a Chef or anything.

So, she only cooks because she likes, that's all.

"How was your school, Izuna?" Iori asked. For a few days he had not asked about his son's school, and he was also curious about how Izuna was doing at his new school.

"Hmm? Ah, it's normal. Nothing interesting ... Maybe?" Izuna replied in a daze.

His mind was still distracted by some things, and since he might be overusing "Memory Photography", his head was a little dizzy at the moment.

"What is that answer?" Iori stared at Izuna flatly.

"Did no one ask me, how was my school?" ask Izumi.

"No need, after all I already know without having to ask" Iori said calmly.

Instantly, Izumi bowed lethargicly at Iori's reply, and they also laughed when they saw Izumi who was like that.

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Berlin day was so fast, and it doesn't feel like it's Saturday.

Today, is the day that Izuna will be dating Shizuku.

The two had previously agreed to meet in a park not far from the shopping center.

08.30 AM.

Izuna waited on one of the park benches 30 minutes before their appointment. And of course, he who was sitting while playing his phone seized the attention of many people—, especially the girl who passed by there.

How not, Izuna wore a gray t-shirt lined by a long-sleeved shirt with soft colors, jeans as well as boots, making her appearance more relaxed but attractive at the same time.

He also wore a watch on his left wrist, and not to forget, he wore 8 piercings in his ear.

Wh why?

If it had to be answered, it was probably because Izuna was already used to it. But another reason could be to show her more open self by showing her performance outside of school which may be different.

Her hair was also left a little disheveled, but even so, Izuna's hairstyle really made her look cool for some reason.

Maybe it's because of the charm of a handsome guy. Even with their makeshift looks, they were already naturally handsome.

Izuna waited for a few minutes, and while she was waiting, a voice calling her name caught her attention.

"Sorry to keep you waiting, Miyamura."

Izuna looked up and saw Shizuku right in front of him, and immediately he was stunned to see Shizuku's current appearance.