"Tsk, it's so annoying, those dreadful fish and shrimps..."
In a spacious, unoccupied classroom, Kurashiki Reina sat atop a desk, crossing her legs. Her slender calves, adorned with soft, solid black knee-high socks, swayed restlessly as she expressed her irritation.
"Who isn't?"
Tsushima Rina echoed her sentiment, clearly having had her fill of superficial social gatherings as well.
Last week, with Kurashiki Reina's grandfather's birthday approaching, she had requested a leave of absence from school to return to the Kurashiki family's grand estate to help with the celebratory preparations. Although it was presented as a request for her assistance, the truth was that her grandfather was eagerly longing to see her, prompting her early return.
Last Saturday marked the actual birthday of the head of the Kurashiki family, and they had invited numerous prominent figures to attend the celebration. Naturally, as a member of the Kurashiki family, Reina was expected to join the banquet. Although her mother, Kurashiki Rihua, was the one hosting the event, Reina was free to simply enjoy the food and drink. Her mother, knowing Reina's introverted nature, didn't pressure her to learn the art of socializing.
Nevertheless, regardless of Reina's willingness to engage, she remained the center of attention due to both her status and her beauty. Consequently, many young gentlemen approached her for conversation, while some less refined individuals leered at her openly, staring without restraint.
This didn't bother Reina much; she was quite confident in her looks and had grown used to the attention. What truly irritated her was that after she had clearly rejected some of the gentlemen, they continued to swarm around her like flies, clearly having obtained her contact information from somewhere undisclosed.
This left Reina feeling frustrated throughout the weekend. Tsushima Rina, having also received an invitation to the banquet, was experiencing a similar situation.
"Rina, why didn't Yoshito come with you?"
Shifting her gaze from her phone, Reina looked over at Tsushima Rina, who was also engrossed in her device.
"Yoshito-kun? Oh, he asked me to come ahead while he took care of some business. He'll join us later."
"Honestly, why is Yoshito so slow? Half of the lunch break is already gone..."
"Creak."
"Reina, it's not nice to speak ill of others behind their backs~"
As the old door creaked open, Ito Yoshito walked in, chuckling at Reina's complaint.
"Hmph~"
Reina pursed her lips, suppressing a smile that was beginning to form. With her long, shapely legs crossed and raised, her short pleated skirt revealed a daring glimpse of her sexy black thong. Bright sunlight streamed through the transparent glass windows of the classroom, casting a warm glow on Reina. Her silky, light golden hair glimmered, giving her an ethereal quality that made her seem like she was bathed in golden light—beautiful and alluring.
"Rina~"
"Yoshito-kun~"
As Rina greeted him, Yoshito approached Reina slowly, the teasing glance from Rina prompting him onward.
Squinting against the brightness, he walked towards Reina, the sunlight highlighting the golden hue on his face and softening his handsome features.
Reina's cheeks flushed slightly as she tilted her chin up, embodying the essence of a proud queen, remaining silently displeased at Yoshito's tardiness.
Standing before her, Yoshito looked down at Reina, lifting her chin with his long fingers, urging her graceful neck to extend further. His other hand casually rested on her voluptuous thigh.
"Reina, can you forgive my lateness~"
"Is that how you apologize?"
Reina's blush deepened, her sharp gaze softening as her intertwined fingers tightened around her shoulders, as if trying to contain her ample bosom from bursting out of her shirt.
Her heart raced rapidly like a drum.
'You silly Yoshito~'
"Oh~ What would Reina-chan like me to do as an apology~?"
His long eyelashes fluttered gently, veiling his watery gaze, while his luscious, painted lips formed a subtle pout, making Reina's intentions unmistakably clear.
Although she yearned for a warm and domineering kiss, she maintained an air of superiority, transforming into a soft, needy creature once she got her wish fulfilled, much like a golden-hued kitten.
'Hehe~ so adorable~'
With a silent chuckle, Yoshito bent over, resting his hand on the back of Reina's chair before leaning in and tenderly kissing her lips.
"Mmhm~!"
Feeling the heat of his hand on her thigh and the gentle warmth on her lips sent a light, euphoric sensation that felt as if she was soaring through the sky.
Reina quickly lost herself in the moment, succumbing to this tender conquest.
Meanwhile, Rina watched in wide-eyed amazement as her proud girlfriend was reduced to a soft little kitten, her cheeks flushing in tandem.
"Peck~"
Stepping back gently, Yoshito gazed at the radiant Reina, ready to say something when Rina pulled him aside.
With sparkling pink eyes and cherry blossom-like pink lips, Tsushima Rina parted her luscious mouth, exhaling softly, "Yoshito-kun~ It's my turn~"
"..."
As if following suit, Yoshito bestowed a kiss upon Rina, and the three of them finally settled in to enjoy their lunch together.
"Yoshito, try this~"
Snuggled close to Yoshito, Reina sweetly urged as she picked a piece of beef from her bento and brought it to his lips.
"Yoshito-kun, do you have time after school?"
Rina suddenly inquired from her seat.
"Today?" After pondering for a moment, Yoshito replied, "I don't have anything to do after school besides cleaning up in the principal's office…"
"Then, how about you join us for karaoke this afternoon?"
"Karaoke? Sure, sure!" Reina chimed in. "Honestly, I've been so annoyed by those flies lately; singing would be a great way to unwind."
After saying that, she gazed seductively at Yoshito, lightly linking her arm through his and swaying as she playfully pleaded, "Yoshito~ will you come with us?"
Feeling the soft contact on his arm, Yoshito smirked, lightly grazing the tip of Reina's nose with his other hand, teasing, "Oh, even the proud Kurashiki queen has taken to using her charms?"
"Hmph~ Come on, come on~"
"I didn't say I wouldn't go."
"Then it's settled. Hehe…" with a sweet smile, Reina leaned closer, planting a wet kiss on Yoshito's cheek.
"Hey, Reina, that's so sneaky! I want one too~"
"Peck~"
"Peck~"
"Peck~"
The dazzling sunlight hung high in the sky, slightly tilting westward. The golden rays remained as passionate as ever, enveloping the earth in a fiery warmth that made the lush green tree shadows wilt under its intensity. The mottled shadows swayed in layers, as if their dance had become subdued.
"It's so hot~"
Under the leafy sycamore tree, Kurashiki Reina and Tsushima Rina sought refuge in its shade, but they still couldn't endure the relentless heat of summer.
A gentle breeze brushed past, causing Reina to wipe the beads of sweat off her smooth forehead. Feeling irritable, she tugged at the bow of her collar, revealing the alluring curves of her collarbone.
"Rina, is our reservation confirmed?"
"Yep."
Tilting her head, Tsushima Rina held up her phone, displaying the successful reservation screen to Reina.
"Look."
Reina glanced at it, fanning herself with her right hand as she exclaimed, "Then let's hurry over! It's too hot out here, and the private room has air conditioning, so it'll be much cooler. We can wait for Yoshito there."
"Alright."
After tucking her phone back into her bag, the two girls quickened their pace, jogging towards their usual KTV spot.
As for Ito Yoshito, after finishing the cleaning in the office, the principal had a few minor tasks for him, so he let Reina and Rina go ahead first.
"Ahhh, this feels amazing~"
As soon as they stepped into the KTV lobby, the lighting dimmed significantly, with only soft lights emanating from the ceiling. A wave of refreshing cool air enveloped the entire hall, thanks to the air conditioning.
Kurashiki Reina let out a long sigh of relief, a light, pleasant sound escaping her lips.
After brushing aside a few damp strands of hair stuck to her face from the sweat, Reina turned her attention back to Rina.
"Rina, go ahead to the private room. I'll run to the restroom for a moment to wash my face; I can't stand feeling so sticky."
"Help me take my bag over, please."
"Okay."
Handing her backpack to Tsushima Rina, Reina followed the signs and made her way to the restroom.
"Whoosh~~"
The cool water flowed continuously from the faucet as Kurashiki Reina cupped her hands to splash her face. Her delicate, pale fingers gently washed away the discomfort of the heat.
The droplets danced on her skin, carrying away the oppressive warmth and leaving her feeling incredibly refreshed.
After thoroughly drying her face with the prepared tissue, Kurashiki Reina gazed at her reflection in the mirror, a vibrant beauty looking back at her, and she couldn't help but smile with satisfaction as she took out her makeup kit to touch up her appearance.
"Snap."
At that moment, another woman stepped out of a restroom stall. Kurashiki Reina continued focused on her makeup, not paying her any mind.
"Hey? Isn't that the famous beauty of our middle school era, Kurashiki Reina?" A sultry voice echoed through the quiet space, laced with sarcasm.
"Hm?"
Reina paused, her elongated eyes glancing over.
The newcomer was dressed similarly to her, with flowing golden hair, a charming face, and bold attire. This was none other than her middle school rival, Kihara Yoshika.
Yoshika pouted, glaring discontentedly at Kurashiki Reina.
Reina narrowed her eyes, raising her perfectly arched brows, lifting her head high as she regarded Yoshika with a mix of pride and disdain. "Oh, it's you. I thought some wild dog had suddenly snuck up on me."
"You…"
Kihara Yoshika shot a furious glare at Reina, but then broke into a smirk.
"Ha-ha~"
"Well, it doesn't matter. Our Kurashiki queen is only slightly more formidable in the weightlifting department, but in reality…"
"What do you mean by that?"
Setting down her makeup kit, Kurashiki Reina folded her arms, her delicate feet tapping against the floor as she approached Yoshika.
Yoshika twitched slightly, her naturally voluptuous figure looking even more pronounced against her slender arms.
Seeing the contrast with her own assets feeling overshadowed, Yoshika felt a surge of bitterness and jealousy, her teeth clenched.
'This golden-haired cow had already been enough to deal with in middle school; I can't believe she hasn't hit her peak yet. It's so unfair!'
Taking a deep breath, Yoshika attempted to suppress her jealousy and glared defiantly at Reina.
"Who knows?"
Lifting her hands to accentuate her slim waist, Yoshika made a show of her confidence.
"I'm about to head back to my boyfriend for some, let's say, pleasurable activities~"
"Unlike some girls who've been all talk since middle school and still haven't even held hands with a boy..."
(Kurashiki's World: Strange Comparisons! (⌯︎¤̴̶̷̀ω¤̴̶̷́)✧︎)
"Huh?!"
Reina furrowed her brows deeply as she saw Yoshika turning to leave. Suddenly, she grabbed Yoshika's arm, glaring at her.
"Hey, Kihara, clarify what you just said!"
As Reina pulled on her wrist, Yoshika simply laughed triumphantly, looking down at Reina with an air of victory. "What's wrong? Do I have to say it for you to admit it?"
"Isn't that laughable? You think I would talk big?"
"Isn't that the case?"
"It's just holding hands with a boy; it's nothing worth bragging about!"
"Oh-ho~" Yoshika looked as if she were an elder teasing a junior, smirking. "So our queen Reina is making some progress, huh?"
"Don't speak to me with that pompous tone; it's really irritating."
Reina frowned, shaking off Kihara Yoshika's grip.
"Ha-ha~" Rubbing her wrist, Yoshika narrowed her eyes in delight as she savored the feeling of being able to push Kurashiki Reina around. She had always overshadowed Yoshika back in middle school, so it was her turn to ridicule Reina now.
"Has there been any kissing then?"
"Do I even need to say that? With my looks, my boyfriend is definitely head over heels for me. Anyway, I'm leaving. I have nothing more to say to you."
With that, Kurashiki Reina turned to grab her makeup kit, wanting to leave in a hurry.
"Hey, wait…"
Fate intervened, and now it was Kihara Yoshika gripping Reina's wrist firmly.
"Don't rush; I still have one more question to ask. Or are you so scared that you want to escape?"
"Tsk!" Kurashiki Reina shook off Yoshika's hand and turned around, her charming face filled with annoyance as her slender fingers tapped impatiently on her arm.
"Scared? Ha~"
"Ha-ha~"
Kihara Yoshika chuckled, then looked at Kurashiki Reina with an ambiguous expression. Her hands rested smugly on her chest, making a gesture that suggested they both knew what she meant, a smile spreading across her lips.
"Have you... done the deed with your boyfriend yet?"
"W-Well, of course!"
A hint of unnatural crimson flashed across Reina's cheeks as she slightly averted her gaze, her tapping fingers growing increasingly frantic.
"…"
"W-What are you staring at me for..."
"Ha-ha~ Nothing."
After staring at Kurashiki Reina for a while, Yoshika let out a disdainful snicker, strutting out of the restroom with the confidence of a victor.
"Wait…"
"Oh-ho-ho…"
Despite the cheerful sound of Kihara Yoshika's voice, it was all too grating to Reina's ears.
"...Damn it, that bitch."