Funinna, please let me steal your heart!

Chiori twirled her pen and casually asked, "When did you two 'confess'?"

Navia immediately tensed up.

The reason... she herself didn't know.

But in situations like this, you should answer honestly! And there's no need to hide anything.

"When I took her to sweep the graves before..."

Chiori's expression remained unchanged as she listened to Navia's story.

But perhaps it was just a misperception, after learning the truth about the "confession," Navia noticed that the curve of her eyes and mouth relaxed slightly.

"You're really good." Chiori gave a frank evaluation.

Navia scratched her face: "Haha... I know that's easy to misunderstand."

But she had to say it.

Navia straightened her back and patted her chest.

"But if you don't say something properly, you might never have the chance again. So no matter how embarrassing or awkward it is, I still want to say it."

Although I said it without thinking at the time.

I liked it! That's why I said it—that's how I felt at the time.

So this is actually hindsight, Navia thought.

Chiori said softly, "I'm sorry."

"Why are you apologizing? I'm not sad. Let bygones be bygones. If I keep dwelling on the past, I'll be letting down everyone who supports me."

Navia smiled, her face devoid of any gloom.

Seeing this, Chiori smiled as well. Navia always brought laughter and sunshine to those around her.

"But Chiori, have you told Lulu about this? It's just..." Navia asked cautiously.

"No."

"why?"

"Need a reason?"

This sounds like something someone would say.

Chiori ignored Navia's suddenly subtle expression and said, "I've known her for quite a while now, so there's no need to say anything."

"...That's so nice."

If only she could have become friends with Luna sooner.

Chiori glanced at her: "—Some things don't need to be said, and some things can't be said. Knowing someone for a long time isn't always a good thing; sometimes I actually envy you."

“Envious of me?” Navia asked in surprise.

Chiori did not respond.

Navia was unsure whether to press the matter further, and the two fell silent for a moment.

Fortunately, Luna came out shortly afterward.

"I ve done washing."

"So fast!?" Navia exclaimed in surprise.

"Are you clean?" Chiori asked, unsurprised.

"Why don't you check it?"

"Never mind, it's not me who'll feel bad if I can't get it clean."

Luna sat next to Navia, drying her hair with a towel.

Navia took the towel from her hand and said, "Turn around, let me help Lulu wipe yourself."

"Chiori, did you see that?"

"Didn't see it."

"Be nice to me, Nana has always been very nice to me."

Chiori sighed, "I'm nice to you, but you only take advantage of me. Navia, you should also be careful in the future, don't let her get too cocky. Owning a cat doesn't mean you have to spoil it."

"Meow?"

Navia couldn't help but laugh out loud: "I think it depends on the type. Some cats are affectionate and friendly, while others are distant and aloof."

“The latter is definitely Chiori.” Luna closed her eyes, letting Navia rub her hair with a towel.

"Reflect on your actions before judging me."

Chiori casually tapped Luna on the head with a thud.

"Qianori!"

Before Luna could raise an eyebrow in retaliation, she grabbed her clothes and went into the bathroom.

Luna scoffed, "Nana, you also think that guy is the latter, right?"

"Maybe it's the exact opposite."

After drying Luna's hair and the top of her head, Navia pulled Luna's shoulders and made her lean back against her chest.

Her slightly damp blonde hair exuded a soft fragrance.

Navia spread out a towel and gently wiped Luna's bangs and the strands of hair around her face.

Luna took her hand, gently rubbing each finger apart, and then guided Navia's hands to rest on her body, hanging down to her chest.

"Chiori said she'd regret living with you," Navia said softly, hugging Luna.

"I think most of the people who are close to me will eventually regret it."

"Still saying things like that?"

They had said this not long after they met.

Navia buried her face in Luna's hair: "I won't regret it."

"Don't be so definitive."

"This is neither a vow nor a promise, it's okay to be so definitive! If you don't believe me, Lulu, hold out your hands."

Luna curiously raised her hands, and Navia's fingertips slid across her skin, gently holding Luna's ten fingers together. Even through the silk gloves, she could clearly feel Navia's body temperature, warm as fire.

"Then shake it."

Shake it.

"Are you happy?"

Luna smiled and said, "Yes, Nana is just like a little child."

Navia retorted, "No way! People often say that happiness is something you have to earn with your own hands. Wouldn't it be great to hold hands like this and feel happy and content?"

"Your idea is truly ingenious," Luna exclaimed.

"What you're saying... Anyway, I'm very happy, holding Lulu's hand like this."

They pressed close together, their skin warming each other, feeling the whispers of their words and the breaths of each other...

"I believe that no matter how much time passes, this joy will never fade. So I can be sure that I will never regret being with Lulu!"

Luna blushed slightly and smiled, "There's a saying that goes, 'Don't talk about forever.'"

"Hmph, I'm going to say it. But..."

"but?"

Navia stroked her palm and whispered, "I hope you can call me Nana more often. I feel really happy every time you call me that."

"I've always called it that."

"Double it! It's not enough, not nearly enough. Please grant me this wish."

Luna sat up and gently stroked Navia's face.

"Then... Nana Nana Nana—"

"Stop, stop, stop!"

Navia blushed deeply: "You're like a machine gun, it's so weird!"

"You have quite a few requirements, then..."

Luna brushed a strand of hair away from Navia's face and pressed her lips to her ear: "Nana."

Navia's heart skipped a beat, then began pounding faster and faster. The warm breath from Luna's words still seemed to linger in her ear, and she gripped Luna's sleeve tightly.

Again.

Luna continued to call softly, "Nana."

"Mmm..." Navia closed her eyes, her body feeling as if it had been softened and melted away by the warmth of the soft whispers, becoming light and airy.

Luna pressed down on her shoulders.

When she came to her senses, Navia found herself lying on the sofa.

"Are you satisfied?" Luna asked with a bright smile.

Navia pursed her lips: "I always feel like what you're doing is cunning."

.....good!

Navia suddenly stood up and pinned Luna down.

Seeing the surprise flash across Luna's face, Navia felt a surge of satisfaction.

"Hehe, Lulu can make that kind of expression too. Don't let my appearance fool you, I'm actually quite strong. You won't be able to break free easily."

Navia leaned down and whispered in Luna's ear, "Lulu."

"........."

"Lulu?"