I Confessed to the crosssdresser

Chapter 23

Fireworks exploded loudly, signalling the start of the festival. The moment I heard that sound, I jumped out of bed and opened the window.

The sunlight entered my view, along with the signs and banners filling the academy square.

The colourful balloons and bubbles stirred excitement, and the savoury smell of bread was making me hungry.

I couldn't wait to look around, so I shook Leto to wake him up, who was sleeping soundly after yesterday's late training session.

"Leah, wake up!"

Normally, he would have woken up earlier than me and studied in the morning.

The training must have been really strenuous as Leto looked exhausted.

He did the same routine when he returned to the dormitory late after training last night.

Although he had taken a bath, his forehead was drenched with sweat.

Both his cheeks were flushed red and his breathing was still heavy. It must have surely been difficult, but he fell asleep on the bed without complaining that it was tiring.

It's been like that for the past few days. Leto suddenly became active in training. I was worried that he might be overdoing it.

"Ugh."

I was startled when Leto let out a moan, perhaps due to muscle aches.

I was contemplating whether I should go look around outside first, but as I stood up, Leto grabbed my hand.

"Leah?"

He may be awake, but the way he looked at me with his squinted eyes was full of fatigue. He gripped my wrist tightly and let out a loud yawn.

"Don't leave me."

"Are you feeling alright?"

"I'm fine."

He responded with a shrug. When I poked my finger at his waist, Leto's brows immediately furrowed.

"How is that fine!"

"So you're going to leave me alone? Let's go together."

These days, Leto kept trying to keep me by his side. It was worse than before.

As I stood there absent-mindedly, Leto rose, tied his hair up and went into the bathroom. Worried that I would leave first, Leto quickly washed up and came out, all dressed up.

S-So fast.

"Let's go."

I nodded at his words. As I hurried out of the room, I perked up at the sound of the cheerful song I heard outside.

I entered the Lexley Academy for my reputation and my family, but I also worked hard to enjoy festivals like these.

At this time, you should not think about your studies and enjoy to your heart's content! After passing through the academy square, I was blown away by the large crowd.

Street vendors and children were seen looking around to buy things. There were plenty of things to see and a lot of food.

The pamphlet I received along the way said that a famous theatre and circus group were going to perform.

These were the things I never got to experience when I lived in the Southern countryside.

I was amazed by the festival that was larger than I thought. Seeing this, Leto smiled pleasantly, and I looked at him.

"Leah, aren't you having fun?"

"Not really. Rather, watching your face is more amusing."

"Is there something on my face?"

"......Nevermind."

He immediately turned his head, embarrassed by my gaze.

Smiling heartily, I looked at the pamphlet again which had the schedule of the festival recorded.

It was a week-long festival. Today, simple street vendors and various performances were held, and the cricket tournament would be held from the second until the sixth day.

On the last day, a masquerade ball will be hosted, which was considered the main attraction of the festival.

As I was staring at the pamphlet, Leto glanced at me and opened his mouth.

"Have you decided on a partner for the ball?"

"Yes."

"......What?"

I heard Leto's stunned voice. He looked at me with a stiff expression.

"Of course it's you!"

"Me?"

Leto's eyes widened at my words.

"Does your partner have to be the opposite sex? I want my partner to be you..."

"......Damn."

Leto was dumbfounded by my coquettish voice, but shortly the corners of his mouth curved up.

Was he happy? Not being able to hide his joy, he smiled and suddenly became confident.

"Okay, I'll be your partner,"

"Thank you, Leah! I only have you!"

"Yes. You only have me."