How to raise a random guy's wife

Kato Megumi wasn't calling him just now; she had spotted her parents.

Kato's father turning around wasn't a provocation; it was probably because Kato's mother had spotted Kato Megumi and wanted him to turn around.

Therefore, the final slowdown was an act of courtesy.

He even confidently turned back.

...None of that matters anymore.

The problem is... what to do now?

"Sister," Kato Megumi handed the yukata to Kato Hiromi, "Happy marriage."

"Is this a wedding gift from you two?" Kato Hiromi took the yukata. "I'm so happy, sister~"

Kato Megumi has already changed the subject, so please don't emphasize it anymore.

Compared to the joy of receiving the gift, Kobayashi Sora felt that Kato Hiromi was even happier about the current scene.

Kobayashi Sora greeted them politely, "Hello, uncles and aunts, my name is Kobayashi Sora."

Kato's father nodded. "Not bad."

Kobayashi Sora didn't understand. It was all so vague and nonsensical. What was so great about it?

"You're in good physical condition," Kato's mother chuckled. "Looks like you've been exercising regularly."

Chapter 105 Next Time Forever

“I’ve been exercising lately,” Kobayashi Sora replied. “If Uncle hadn’t slowed down, I probably wouldn’t have been able to catch up.”

Kato's father nodded. "Let's eat."

Kobayashi Sora was completely confused. Was the topic being veered off a bit too quickly?

"You haven't eaten yet, have you?" Kato's mother said. "Let's go have dinner together."

"No, thank you." Kobayashi Sora shook her head. "This trip is of great significance, so I won't bother you any longer."

Kato Megumi had previously stated that this was the last trip the Kato family would take without any outsiders.

Kobayashi Sora agreed to help Kato Hiromi take care of Kato Megumi for a day. Regardless of whether Kato's parents' invitation was out of politeness or sincerity, having completed his task, he had no intention of disturbing them further.

Kato's father's expression didn't change much, bearing a resemblance to Kato Megumi when they first met. His words were also largely flat: "Next time."

Kobayashi Sora looked directly at Kato's mother.

Kato's father's statement was so concise that Kato's mother needs to translate it for him.

"You must come visit next time you have time," Kato's mother said with a gentle smile. "I'll cook you something delicious then."

Kobayashi Sora seemed to understand how Kato Megumi and Kato Hiromi's almost completely opposite personalities were cultivated. "Next time, for sure."

Kato's father nodded and looked at Kato Megumi, "Go back."

"We'll be going now," Kato's mother reminded him, "Remember to take Megumi home tonight!"

Kato's father turned to his wife, "I am..."

"That's what you meant too, right?" Kato's mother said with a smile.

Kato's father: "...Yes."

The Kato family has had a tough time too.

Kato Hiromi left with her parents, playfully waving goodbye to Kobayashi Sora as she went.

After a long silence, Kato Megumi whispered, "Daddy..."

"Ok?"

"Don't agree!" Kato Megumi poked him, her face flushed, her soft voice tinged with reproach. "I mean, Dad wants me to go back sooner."

“I can understand,” Kobayashi Sora nodded. “It was supposed to be a trip before her eldest daughter’s wedding, and she was also planning to take her youngest daughter along, but…”

As a result, the youngest daughter was carried in someone's arms and ran around like a rabbit.

Kato Megumi grabbed his sleeve, her clear eyes fixed on him. "When I called you just now... you seemed really happy."

"Your imagination."

"You're malicious." Kato Megumi pursed her lips slightly. "Don't do it again."

"It's not entirely my fault..." Kobayashi Sora was the one who had agreed.

"Is it my fault?" Kato Megumi looked up. "You'd answer to anything I called you."

"Conditioned reflex is a type of reflex."

Kato Megumi blinked, "Good girl~"

"Ok?"

"You can't agree to that." Kato Megumi blushed slightly.

This person agrees to everything.

boom!

At the end of the hot spring town, you can see the scenery of Lake Toya.

With a loud bang, a point of light shot into the sky and exploded into brilliant fireworks.

Fireworks are set off on the lake at 8 p.m., an event that runs from April to October.

"Let's go look ahead." Kobayashi Sora took Kato Megumi's hand and led her toward the direction of the fireworks.

The fireworks boat drifted slowly across the lake, releasing fireworks one by one at a leisurely pace.

Kato Megumi followed Kobayashi Sora, weaving through the crowd and moving closer to the even more dazzling direction.

She passed through crowds countless times, like a lone boat adrift in a sea of ​​people, helpless and adrift in the wind.

At this moment, her hand was enveloped by an even warmer, larger hand, whose owner was riding the waves and forging ahead with determination.

Take her with you.

The dazzling light of the fireworks shone on him, reflecting a brilliant halo.

Kato Megumi was slightly lost in thought when Kobayashi Sora suddenly turned around, took her hand, and made her stand in front of him.

Lake Toya, with its unobstructed view, lay before Kato Megumi, where fireworks boats glided slowly across the calm waters.

Green fireworks detached from the fireworks boat, outlining the shape of trees on the lake surface. Accompanied by soft sounds, countless pink cherry blossoms exploded at the treetops.

Then flames shot into the sky, followed by a series of golden, chrysanthemum-like fireworks that bloomed high in the air. Before they had completely died down, the lake surface was covered with trailing golden phoenix tails of light, like a peacock spreading its tail, leaving a long trail of light in the darkness.

"So beautiful..." Kato Megumi murmured softly.

“Yes.” Kobayashi Sora looked at Kato Megumi in front of her. “She’s so beautiful.”

Kato Megumi turned around and met Kobayashi Sora's gaze.

Was he... referring to fireworks?

The girl blinked. "I...I want to go back."

If my parents hadn't seen me, I could have stayed a little longer.

It's better to go back sooner rather than later.

Otherwise, if Mom and Dad ask, and my older sister stirs things up, I probably won't be able to sleep until very late.

"I'll take you home." Kobayashi Sora took Kato Megumi's hand. "This way."

I know the direction now...

Thinking this, Kato Megumi placed her hand in his palm.

Although the two walked slowly, their journey eventually came to an end.

The two stopped at the hotel entrance, and Kato Megumi said goodbye to Kobayashi Sora in a clear voice, "I had a lot of fun today, see you at school."

"Yes, me too." Kobayashi Sora let go of her hand and watched Kato Megumi turn and leave.

Kato Megumi walked toward the hotel.

And so, another ordinary yet extraordinary day came to an end.

But......

There's more I want to say.

Let's not say anything more. This once is enough... Is it enough?

"Kongqing." Kato Megumi stopped and reached out to tuck a strand of hair behind her ear. "Next time... I'd like to come just the two of us."

She stood there, subconsciously averting her gaze, anticipating Kobayashi Sora's answer, yet feeling uneasy about the uncertain outcome.

“…Okay.” Kobayashi Sora smiled. “It doesn’t have to be here. We can go wherever we want.”

"Mm." Kato Megumi nodded gently and turned to walk towards the hotel.

Their steps were light and quick.

said it.

She spoke out thoughts that she could have kept to herself.

Like sprouting seeds, they eagerly emerge from the soil.

Then I received a gentle response from the sun.

"Phew—" Watching Kato Megumi's figure disappear, Kobayashi Sora let out a long breath.

My chest felt like it was filled with something, swelling uncontrollably.

He could clearly sense that his relationship with Kato Megumi, after crossing a certain boundary, was beginning to move towards a new goal.

Kobayashi Sora had high hopes for that goal and wanted to stride forward, but she only moved forward cautiously.

Every inch forward brings an inch of joy.

Amidst the joy, the Golden Week holiday is finally coming to an end.