They all have hidden attributes!

"It's in Shinjuku, the building is of a suitable age, the location is good, and the price is friendly."

Kashima Reiko hesitated for a moment, then adopted a tone that suggested she didn't know how to describe it: "The room layout might be a bit strange, you'll see when you see it."

Room type?

Makoto Takahashi noticed something subtle in her eyes, which aroused his intense curiosity.

Chapter 192 Hanakawa Kaori's Ambition

After getting off at Yodobashi Camera's main store in Shinjuku and buying souvenirs, Makoto Takahashi and Reiko Kashima headed straight for the Shinjuku Post Office.

At 5:30 p.m., the neon signs on the streets of Shinjuku were densely packed, and the long night had only just begun.

As he reached the zebra crossing, the light turned red. Makoto Takahashi stopped and glanced back. He saw that a tram with about ten carriages had just left, and the windows were very bright.

Looking at the flowing cityscape of Tokyo, even the winter air I breathed in felt exceptionally refreshing.

"Hina-nee, the reason you fall in love with someone can be very insignificant."

A childish voice drifted from behind, but the words spoken had the air of a "life coach".

Makoto Takahashi turned around and, through the crowd waiting at the traffic light, saw Hanakawa Kaori and Nekoya Hina walking side by side, each carrying shopping bags in their hands.

They were too far apart to notice that they and Kashima Reiko were engrossed in their conversation.

"She's even younger than me, why are you giving me so much advice?" Nekoya Hina sounded like a rebellious daughter who wouldn't listen to reason.

“I’ve read a lot of books since I came to Tokyo. There are so many books in the light music club, such as [Men always like the unexpected side of women], which is why Maya-nee tries so hard to learn how to act cute.”

Hanakawa Kaori stopped in her tracks, not approaching the traffic light: "That's the key point, which is why I bought new clothes. This kind of [landmine-style] clothing creates preconceived notions."

Makoto Takahashi's gaze lingered on her clothes. At noon, she had a street style, but now she wore an outfit based on black and dark purple, which looked light and cute.

Because of her age, Hanakawa Kaori already has a youthful face, and her dangerous clothing style further accentuates her fair skin. Coupled with her petite figure, she is indeed alluring.

Noticing that Makoto Takahashi kept looking back, Reiko Kashima followed his gaze and caught sight of Hina Nekoya's chestnut-colored hair.

Should we wait for them to come together?

"Please wait a moment." Takahashi Makoto nodded.

As the green light turned on, people crossed the zebra crossing to the other side of the street. Hanakawa Kaori and Nekoya Hina walked with the crowd when suddenly a hand chop was gently tapped on Hanakawa Kaori's head.

"I've decided, tonight it's going to be... Hey, who's there?"

Hanakawa Kaori raised her face, saw Takahashi Makoto and Kashima Reiko, and stiffly looked away: "Ah, brother, and Reiko-nee."

Her eyes were clearly avoiding the question, afraid of being asked about what had just happened.

"Acheng, Lengzi, what a coincidence."

Nekoya Haruna picked up the takeout box from the fast food restaurant and gave an embarrassed smile: "We just came back from buying dinner."

"We'll talk about it later, the light's about to turn red."

Makoto Takahashi raised his chin to signal, and the four of them crossed the zebra crossing together, came to the other side of the street, and walked towards the apartment under the sparse light of the streetlights.

"We bought fried chicken, pizza, fruit, beer, sushi, and steak," said Hina Nekoya with a bright smile.

"Let's eat healthier sometimes," Makoto Takahashi sighed helplessly.

"Brother, I bought a little devil outfit, I'm sure you'll love it!" Hanakawa Kaori held up the paper bag in her hand.

"..." Kashima Reiko glanced at her, a hint of wariness reflected in her emerald eyes.

"I have no interest in the little devil outfit or your new underwear."

Makoto Takahashi raised his hand and tapped Hanakawa Kaori on the head. She blinked and excitedly came over.

"I understand. Clothes don't matter. My brother is interested in me, after all, I'm so cute."

Hanakawa Kaori walked with light steps, her black twin tails swaying playfully.

Takahashi Makoto cleared his throat seriously, revealing a serious expression she had rarely seen before: "No, I'm not interested in you right now."

"Huh?"

Hanakawa Kaori's chest tightened, and she stared at him with an incredulous look: "But, I..."

"Speaking of which, Makoto, what are you holding in your hand?" Nekoya Hina asked with a curious look.

"This is a gift for you: a dehumidifier, a humidifier, and a small electric heater," said Makoto Takahashi.

“And there are high-power transformers,” Kashima Reiko added.

Most rental apartments in Tokyo are unfurnished. Nekoya Hina and Hanakawa Kaori had just returned from Yamanashi, and they probably hadn't prepared any appliances or similar items.

As expected, Nekoya Hina gave an embarrassed smile.

"Hehe, how do you know we didn't buy anything?"

"I guessed it. When you asked about souvenirs, all you could think about were snacks and drinks, and you just came back from Yamanashi today."

Makoto Takahashi and Hina Nekoya started chatting about moving, while Hanakawa Kaori completely missed her own topic, slumping her shoulders in frustration as she followed behind the two.

The apartment building is located near the Shinjuku Post Office and looks quite new.

Nekoya Hina and Hanakawa Kaori live on the top floor. Stepping into the apartment, the interior layout looks like a classic 1DK.

Upon entering, you'll find the entryway. To the right of the narrow corridor is the bathroom, which leads to a shared space for the living room and bedroom, covering an area of ​​approximately 20 square meters.

If anything, the room layout is a bit odd.

Firstly, the corridor is too narrow, with no space to place a gas stove, which means there is no kitchen.

Secondly, because it is located in a corner of this floor, the room is trapezoidal in shape, and the window is located on the slanted side.

Finally, the longest side of the trapezoid is the closet, and above the closet is a loft that can be climbed using a ladder.

Makoto Takahashi put down the gift he was carrying, looked around, and asked curiously, "Why did you choose this house?"

"The monthly rent is only 15 yen, which is cheap enough."

Hanakawa Kaori unzipped her dark purple short down jacket, took it off, and casually tossed it against the wall. Underneath, she was only wearing a white tank top.

"Not only is it close to the tram stop, but there are also plenty of food options downstairs late at night. What I hated most about living in the dormitory was not having any snacks at night."

She sat down and put her legs into the kotatsu. When Makoto Takahashi looked down, his vision became a little unsettling, so he sat down opposite Hanakawa Kaori.

The most important reason, actually, is to take care of Haruna Nekoya.

As the lead singer of the band, Hanakawa Kaori is not short of money and could easily afford a decent apartment in Shinjuku, but Nekoya Hina cannot share much of the rent.

Hanakawa Kaori always shows warmth and care to those she approves of, offering meticulous attention to their needs.

Makoto Takahashi liked this about her, but the 18+ incestuous comics he casually tossed on the kotatsu table made him unable to say it.

"I also think this place is great; it's very close to the academy."

Nekoya Hina sat down to Takahashi Makoto's right, while Kashima Reiko occupied the left side. Together, they set the dinner they had bought on the table.

A variety of foods crowded the small kotatsu tabletop, while drinks and beer could only be placed on the tatami mats, and the aroma of oils spread out.

"Without a kitchen, are you going to keep eating out?" Makoto Takahashi asked casually as he pulled the metal tab on a can of Coke.

"It's easy to clean up when we don't eat at home," said Haruna Nekoya with a positive attitude.

“The risk of fire will also be reduced.” Kashima Reiko nodded in agreement.

"I want to go to my brother's house for a free meal!" Hanakawa Kaori raised her hand high.

"It might not be so convenient to freeload meals in the future." Takahashi Makoto swallowed a mouthful of cola, looking troubled.

Uesugi Maya mentioned "mooching a meal" at noon today, but the three of them haven't had time to discuss it, so he can't agree to it on his own.

Rejected in a tactful manner, Hanakawa Kaori let out a mournful cry.

"Waaah, brother..."

She pouted, looking directly at Makoto Takahashi with teary eyes, overwhelmed by the disappointment of being told she "didn't like him" and being rejected: "Why?"

Seeing Hanakawa Kaori about to cry, Takahashi Makoto rubbed his temples, feeling a headache coming on, and said weakly, "Wait a minute, don't cry, let me think."

"What happened, Makoto?" Nekoya Hina handed Kashima Reiko a can of beer, then opened one for herself.

"Okay, I was planning to tell you later."

Makoto Takahashi cleared his throat seriously and said frankly, "It's not confirmed yet, but I'm planning to move, and Yoru and Sachi will be going with me."

"You... the three of you live together?" Nekoya Hina asked in surprise.

"Barring any unforeseen circumstances."

Makoto Takahashi nodded to her, then turned to Hanakawa Kaori with a gentle look and comforted her, "Although I would love to hang out with you, I've been really busy lately, and I have plans for spring break too."

"Does my brother like playing with me?" Hanakawa Kaori mumbled as she asked.

"I really want to go shopping with you sometime, but not now, Hanaori, not now."

Makoto Takahashi reached out and pinched her youthful cheek, gently tugging at it:

"Didn't you still have gifts saved up with me? I can promise you right now that I'll make any wish you have come true for your birthday."

“…Okay.” Hanakawa Kaori blushed and slumped her shoulders.

This statement definitely implies that the person is of the opposite sex, rather than expressing affection for a "younger sister."

A faint flame ignited deep within my chest; receiving that promise brought a sense of reassuring happiness.

"Will you be staying overnight, brother?"

"That's not very convenient."

Seeing Takahashi Makoto hesitate, Hanakawa Kaori raised her face and pretended to cry, even her eyes drooping in grievance: "Why is it like this—"

"This apartment is a bit too small and inconvenient."

"I sleep in the attic with Hina-nee."

"Huh? I'm going to sleep in the attic too?" Nekoya Hina, holding a pizza and about to put it in her mouth, widened her eyes.

Hanakawa Kaori had planned to live in the attic; she was completely innocent.

Seeing that Hanakawa Kaori's eyes quickly welled up with tears, Takahashi Makoto reluctantly agreed, "Alright."

The tears of a beautiful girl are incredibly powerful.