The Hikigaya couple's youthful love story is definitely not a problem.

Not only that, Yukino, like a year-end salesperson, shared a lot of relevant experience, leaving Rumi completely captivated.

Chapter 26

Early in the morning, Hachiman, who had just woken up, yawned as soon as he stepped out of his room, looking rather listless.

There was nothing I could do. I chatted with Rumi until very late last night before going to sleep, and I was woken up by my biological clock after only a few hours of sleep. It would be strange if I had any energy. But Hachiman didn't really care. Anyway, he wasn't one of those pitiful office workers. If he got sleepy later, he could just go back to his room and take a nap.

Of course, it wouldn't be a problem even if Hachiman were an office worker.

After all, it's the weekend, and even office workers can enjoy a rare holiday.

He patted his cheeks to clear his head, then strode towards the kitchen with an air of indifference.

Before even reaching their destination, just as they entered the corridor, Hachiman could already smell the aroma of food.

Needless to say, it must have been his lovely sister who crawled out of her warm bed early in the morning to cook breakfast for her beloved brother.

After all, there are only a few people in this family who can cook. Rumi even went to Yukino's house to stay overnight. If the person in the kitchen isn't Komachi, then it could be Shinki or Yuuya, right? Hachiman doesn't think his two children have the ability to cook even with their heavy schoolwork every day.

...Thinking about the children's numerous study tasks, Hachiman couldn't help but feel a little heartache.

Since Yukino dumped them here, Hachiman finally had some time to spend with the children.

Perhaps because Yukino had a past with Horito, although the children were initially somewhat resistant, their relationship improved slightly thanks to Hachiman's persistence.

At least, both of them are now willing to call him "Dad".

Unfortunately, calling him "Dad" couldn't ease Hachiman's burden, since these were all instructions given by Yukino.

Based on Hachiman's understanding of Yukino, if he dared to casually reduce the children's study load, Yukino would probably come knocking on his door with a sword, ready to have a talk with him.

A real man knows when to back down.

When Yukino gets angry, she never listens to reason. Back in her student days, there were already signs that she liked to get stuck on things. After all these years, Hachiman isn't sure if Yukino's condition has gotten any worse.

He didn't want to risk his life. Before being his former lover, Yukino was the mother of Yuya and Shinki.

A mother, in front of her child, will not concern herself with past relationships.

Moreover, judging from Yukino's recent behavior of spending every day with Rumi, seemingly plotting something, Hachiman doesn't believe she'll still be as passionately in love with him as before.

Everyone says that time heals all wounds, but in Hachiman's view, children are the only way to heal Yukino.

Although he knew very little about the inexplicable friendship between Yukino and Rumi, Hachiman still felt that it was abnormal and a very distorted friendship.

However, he did not intend to interfere.

Yukino and Rumi are both adults, so they naturally know what consequences their actions will bring.

Hachiman didn't want to become a lazy old man who followed others around all day asking questions, only to be disliked in the end.

Knowing where Rumi was, knowing that her life and body would not be harmed, and that she had not done anything against the law or social morality, was enough for Hachiman. As for what Rumi wanted to do, what kind of relationship she wanted to have with Yukino, and what she would ultimately bring him, these were not things that Hachiman needed to consider. In fact, Hachiman was still looking forward to knowing what kind of surprise Rumi might bring him.

Although such a daily life was full of sweetness, it also had a lot of dullness and tedium.

The almost mechanical daily routine drained away all the fun that Hachiman had accumulated during his many years of being single.

It may seem strange, but that's just how ridiculous people are.

They got married to find an interesting soul to accompany them, but in the end, they became mediocre through long-term compromises.

Hachiman doesn't intend to interfere too much in the friendship between Yukino and Rumi. Just like his very casual response to Rumi's question about whether she could stay overnight at Yukino's house yesterday, Hachiman really doesn't care much about Rumi and Yukino's affairs. As long as they are happy, that's fine with him.

As for now.

Hachiman doesn't need to spend time thinking about their affairs yet. All he needs to do is finish breakfast and then quietly wait for Rumi to return before asking her how her night went.

Instead of brushing his teeth and washing his face immediately, Hachiman went to the kitchen first.

Sure enough, Komachi, wearing an apron, was busy in the kitchen.

Seemingly sensing something amiss behind her, Komachi instinctively turned around.

Upon seeing her older brother standing behind her, the girl immediately broke into a sweet smile.

You're awake? I was planning to wake you up after I finished cooking.

It seemed that she had just finished washing her hair and hadn't had time to dry it yet, as Komachi let her damp hair fall loosely behind her head.

Therefore, Komachi, who gets up early on the weekend to make breakfast for people who are still asleep, exudes a fresh fragrance.

How could Hachiman not love such a cute, gentle, and virtuous younger sister? Therefore, when Komachi asked him this, Hachiman's face lit up with an extremely bright smile.

Hmm, I just woke up. I heard some noise here, so I came to check it out.

As he spoke, Hachiman peeked into the pot, wanting to see what delicious food Komachi had made this morning.

However, because the pot was filled with smoke and Hachiman was too far away, he couldn't be sure what was churning inside.

"I stewed your favorite dish. Don't peek out. Go brush your teeth and wash your face. Your hair looks like a hedgehog, it's awful!" Komachi said with a smile, pushing Hachiman's face away with her hand.

His face was covered by the girl's warm palm, and his nostrils were immediately filled with a faint fragrance.

Hachiman's unhappiness from spending the long night alone last night vanished, making him sigh that his sister was indeed a wonderful creature.

Okay, are the children awake? If not, I'll go wake them up for breakfast.

Hachiman's mood didn't sour just because Komachi disliked him. He was still in a good mood. You think everyone is like you? They woke up a long time ago and are probably playing games right now.

Without a second thought, Komachi answered her brother's question, still not letting go of this good opportunity, and once again looked down on her brother.

The Hikigaya Couple's Youthful Romantic Comedy Is Wrong As Expected

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