How to raise a random guy's wife

“It’s a surprise.” Machida Sonoko took Akane Akasaka’s arm and pointed in a direction. “That shop is nice. I have a bag that I’ve always wanted.”

“That’s great! You want it, I want to give it to you, it’s easy for me to give it to you, and you’re happy to receive it.” Akane Akasaka followed Sonoko Machida over. “Let’s do this with all the gifts from now on.”

Machida Sonoko protested, "Can't you pay a little more attention to my preferences?!"

"I'm very busy. I have several novels to write, several animations to work on, and some recent events..." Akane Kousaka counted, "And... I'll ask Sora Aoi later. You're never home, you were out with Utaha today too, right? I was the one who went first."

"Did you use this line?" Machida Sonoko tugged at Kousaka Akane. "You've been dealing with a lot of things with Utaha lately, are you jealous...?"

Their steps were light and quick.

Machida Sonoko is very satisfied with her current life.

Chapter 854 A False Alarm

Sagara Mayu: "..."

A boat trip to Po Island: "..."

Regardless of what Christmas Eve was originally, the two people who now celebrate it simply treat it as a holiday similar to Valentine's Day.

However, since both of them were single and a bit bored at home, and they also wanted to have a relaxed chat about their creative work, they decided to meet up for coffee and conversation. They observed the outfits and expressions of passersby through the window to gain experience for their creative work.

Although they were doing things that didn't fit the festive atmosphere, they all believed that Christmas Eve was now a holiday similar to Valentine's Day, and people with partners wouldn't spend it like they did.

That's what I originally thought.

Until they saw Fumio Sagara and Iori Hashima outside the window.

emm......

Iori Hashima was the first to discover it, but she wasn't sure.

He patted the boat heading out to sea from Po Island, pointed out the window, and gestured for her to look.

After confirming that they were able to sail out to sea from Hashima, Mayu Sagara was completely bewildered.

Why...why would two people who are never short of partners go shopping together on Christmas Eve?

Is this a distortion of human nature, or... a change in sexual orientation?

Mayu Sagara and Izumi Hashima exchanged a glance, both recalling their earlier guesses.

The brothers called them, probably to invite people back to play some exciting games.

And now the brothers are together.

Ah, this...

After a long silence, Poshima Izumi hesitated before speaking, "There's probably no such possibility... I guess."

Iori Hashima's hobby is something her younger sister, Kazumi Hashima, is well aware of.

“Going to sea,” Mayu Sagara sighed, “the moment you think of that possibility, whether you deny it or not, it means you’ve thought of that possibility, and that possibility is possible.”

“But…” Bo Island recalled the past, “there was absolutely no such omen.”

"Really not?" Mayu Sagara reminded him, "I remember you said that your brother and Sora Ao were very close during junior high school."

"Yes, we parted ways after I joined RER... wait a minute." Izumi Hashima suddenly realized that the parting ways was just a misconception she had when she didn't know much about the industry.

The truth is, Iori Hashima and Sora Kobayashi, who joined RER, were practically in cahoots and worked together seamlessly.

So......

"No, no." Bodao Chuhai shook his head vigorously, shaking off the crazy thoughts from his mind. "After entering high school, especially after the second year, my brother basically had no contact with Kong Qing."

Mayu Sagara discovered the key point: "Isn't this timeline... when Sora and Megumi were together?"

"Huh?!" Boshima thought for a moment, then hissed...

It made a sound like a balloon deflating.

Thinking about it this way, it's like how Iori Hashima realized that there was no possibility between her and Sora Kobayashi, and took the initiative to leave Sora Kobayashi.

After struggling to get out to sea for a while, Bo Island realized he was a bit busy. "But...but...he found a lot of girlfriends later."

Mayu Sagara, on the other hand, felt it was getting more and more in line with her. "Don't you think this feeling is like wanting someone you can't have, so you indulge yourself in the hope of forgetting that person?"

"this......"

As Mayu Sagara's thoughts gradually became clearer, she thought, "Then I met my brother..."

Yes, a thought flashed through my mind as I headed out to sea from Po Island, illuminating all my doubts.

Logically speaking, the two have known each other for a long time and are now working together, and their abilities complement each other quite well. Iori Hashima should have a better relationship with Sora Kobayashi.

Iori Hashima values ​​her reputation and should cultivate a good relationship with the more capable Sora Kobayashi.

In reality, Iori Hashima and Fumio Sagara hit it off immediately and their relationship grew closer, while Iori Hashima and Sora Kobayashi seemed to be... well... avoiding each other.

So, Fumio Sagara and Iori Hashima...

"You need to take responsibility for me." Mayu Sagara fiddled with her hat, looking annoyed. "You're paying for everything today."

"Fine," Iori Hashima replied helplessly.

After returning home and making time for a while, Iori Hashima received a call from Fumio Sagara.

"You ruined my perfect date!" Fumio Sagara chimed in, naturally filling in the gaps and directing his pent-up anger at Iori Hashima, "How are you going to make it up to me?!"

Then Iori Hashima came out to keep him company.

“I’m going to buy a hat,” Fumio Sagara said without any hesitation. “You pay for it.”

“Okay.” Her gaze fell on Fumio Sagara’s hat, and Iori Hashima asked curiously, “Speaking of which, why do you like hats so much?”

“It’s not that I can’t tell you…” Mayu Sagara took off her hat and lowered her head, “It’s because of this.”

"Hair loss..." Iori Hashima was speechless for a moment.

He originally thought it was one of those important memories often seen in anime, like Luffy's straw hat.

The reason turned out to be quite realistic.

“At first, I just liked hats,” Fumio Sagara said with a bitter expression. “When I came to my senses, I realized that I had lost a lot of hair, so I continued to wear them.”

"Have you ever thought that it might be because you like to wear hats that your hair is getting thinner and thinner?"

“Even for that reason, I can’t take my hat off now.” Fumio Sagara put his hat back on. “Actually, I’ve been feeling it myself lately, and people have been saying that my health is getting worse.”

“It’s not even thirty yet…” Iori Hashima paused, “But speaking of which, have you ever thought about settling down a bit?”

"What did you say?"

"Life is good as it is now, but... it seems better to settle down." Perhaps moved by the near miss, Iori Hashima began to think about another way of life.

Fumio Sagara carefully examined Iori Hashima's expression, making sure he was serious. After a moment's thought, he cautiously asked, "It would be great to be able to settle down, but is it really as easy as you think?"

"We should at least give it a try."

"I knew you were thinking too simply." Fumio Sagara patted Iori Hashima on the shoulder. "The stability you're talking about means finding a suitable woman, having a serious relationship, and then spending the rest of your life together, right?"

"Hmm...more or less."

"Give it a try. If you like the stable life, then everyone's happy," Fumio Sagara pointed out the key issue. "But what if you don't like it? What will you do then? What will she do?"

Chapter 855 Leading by Example

Iori Hashima looked at Fumio Sagara with disbelief.

Having spent so much time together, he believed he knew Fumio Sagara quite well.

Although they share the same interests, they are fundamentally different.

Iori Hashima enjoys status and fame, and craves the respect and admiration of others.

Having many girlfriends is because the process itself is a reflection of status and reputation.

This gives him a sense of satisfaction from enjoying the fruits of his labor.

As for Fumio Sagara... he simply enjoys the process of making friends.

Now, upon suddenly hearing Fumio Sagara raise this question, Iori Hashima felt that her previous understanding of Fumio Sagara might have been somewhat superficial.

"Love and marriage are a matter between two people. You want to settle down, so you found someone to give it a try." Fumio Sagara didn't mince words with Iori Hashima. "If it goes well, you enjoy your new life. But what if it doesn't? You turn around and leave. What will happen to them?"

"this......"

"It's a bit early to think about these things now," Fumio Sagara bluntly stated. "Or rather, with a 'let's give it a try' attitude, can you really find someone who can help you settle down?"

“…Yes.” Iori Hashima shook her head. “I didn’t expect you to know so much. I thought you were just a womanizer.”

“I’m just a womanizer,” Fumio Sagara adjusted his hat, “at least for now.”

Iori Hashima: "..."

"Changing your life isn't as simple as you think. If you love one tree, you have to give up the forest. If you love the forest, you can't love one tree." Fumio Sagara patted Iori Hashima on the shoulder. "Any change is wonderful in the imagination, but when it comes to actual implementation, the slap of reality comes late. Those pains you thought were easy will accumulate into frustrating despair or frustrating despair through repeated repetition. Everyone should pay the price for their choices, but it's best not to make others pay the price for your choices—I won't say more."

"No, wait!" Iori Hashima urged, "Didn't we just get to the point?"

"The rest of the conversation took place in bed," Fumio Sagara admitted. "If you want to hear it, you should get surgery first."

Iori Hashima: "..."

For some reason, he suddenly felt a little envious of Fumio Sagara.

I admire his focus and perseverance.

Although Iori Hashima and her sister Izumi Hashima are different in gender and behavior, as siblings, they have many similarities in personality.

For example... it is easily influenced.

Although life is good now, wouldn't other ways of life be better?

After hearing Fumio Sagara's words, the question became: although I don't know if other lifestyles would be better, if I make changes, can I return to my current lifestyle?

Once a problem arises, it becomes impossible to ignore.

I wish I could be like Fumio Sagara, steadfastly moving towards my goals.

Lost in thought about unanswerable questions, Iori Hashima and Fumio Sagara wandered aimlessly in silence.

Iori Hashima was genuinely just wandering around aimlessly, while Fumio Sagara was seriously looking for a partner.