"...Mmm..." I woke up to the morning sun peeking through the gap in the curtain. I sat up and rubbed my eyes. Then, I gave my body a good stretch. "Mmm... Ufff, morning, huh?" Miyanoshita is not in bed. She seems to have woken up before me. "You could have woken me up too, you know." I'm still a little sleepy. Yawning, I left Miyanoshita's room and headed to the room I was originally supposed to use. I changed into casual clothes and went down to the first floor living room. "Good morning." "Ah, good morning♪" Miyanoshita was preparing breakfast. Wearing a cute frilly apron, she was bustling around the kitchen. "I'll help." "No, no, Yuuki-san, please relax. It's the wife's role to prepare breakfast." "But you are not my wife." "A prospective wife then. ♪" "You're never gonna give up, are you..." It's a mental strength you wouldn't expect from an elementary school student. Where and how did you get such training? "By the way, Yuuki-san, do you prefer rice or bread for breakfast?" "Hmm... if I had to pick, bread?" "What a coincidence, I like bread too! We really get along, don't we? I guess we have no choice but to get married♪" "As i said, we can't." "Can't you figure out a way?" "There's no way." "Even just a little bit?" "I don't get it." Also, an elementary school girl shouldn't say such things. "That's a shame. Oh, the meal is ready. Shall we eat?" "Thank you." I sat at the table with Miyanoshita. Just toast with butter. Scrambled eggs.

A simple salad. Yogurt and a banana. It's a simple menu, but it's perfect for the morning. "Itadakimasu" "Itadakimasu" The crispy toast and jam make a perfect match. I spread a generous amount of it on the toast that would make anyone go: "Isn't this a bit much?" and take a big bite. Yup, it's delicious. "..." Before I knew it, Miyanoshita was looking at me with a cheerful expression. "What's up?" "This morning I have with you, Yuuki-san... having breakfast together... ehehe, I'm so happy♪" "What a cheap price for happiness." "It's a great deal, isn't it? Wouldn't you want to buy it?" "That's a risky thing to say." Saying something like "buying an elementary school girl" is extremely dangerous. "But..." Miyanoshita smiles broadly. "Since I'm always alone, being with you, Yuuki-san, makes me very happy." "I see..." Do Miyanoshita's parents work not only late at night but also early in the morning? She prepares her meal by herself. Eats alone. Cleans up alone. When I imagine that scene, I feel indescribable emotions. "Well, today..." "?" "Today, since we are together... well, how about we have a relaxing chill morning?" "Oh, yes♪" Miyanoshita's smile seemed to deepen even further, and the cheerful atmosphere appeared to increase. I guess a smile really is the best, huh. Miyanoshita looks really good when she smiles... I want her to be smiling more than anyone else. "Thank you for the meal." "You are welcome." After finishing breakfast, we cleaned up together. Today is a weekday.

As usual, we have school school, but... "Miyanoshita, what will you do? We can't skip school forever, but I think it's okay to take a break today and monitoring the situation." "Well..." Miyanoshita hung her head lightly and fell silent. Considering Miyanoshita's personality, she probably doesn't want to skip school. Setting aside studying, she should want to meet her friends. But a stalker is terrifying. I don't know what will happen. There is no guarantee for her safety today. "Um... And if Yuuki-san would bring me to school?" "There's no way that would work. I'd get arrested for being a suspicious person." "A noble sacrifice..." "It's already a done deal!?" "Haha, I'm kidding... well, maybe about half serious." "Now listen..." Taking a moment to think, I let out a sigh. "I'll take you as far as just before the school." "Eh, Is that okay?" "It's fine." "But if you do that, then you will end up taking quite a detour, right?" "I'll take the longer route if it means making sure you are safe. No hesitation." "..." Miyanoshita becomes speechless. "What's wrong?" "Geez, seriously, Yuuki-san is just too cool!" Her cheeks are red. She seemed embarrassed. "As expected of my wonderful husband♪" "Never!" "Your shyness is charming, too." "One of your biggest flaws is not listening to others..." Without thinking, I let out a sigh of exhaustion. But... I'm also glad. She seems much happier compared to yesterday. I hope this momentum continues... Now, how will things develop?