Ch.72 - 8th grade (Part 2)

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I’ve been talking to Kurosawa recently,

and I’m glad it’s not that awkward between us.

He used to steal glances at me after that time in the playground,

but now he barely does it anymore.

“Did something happen between you and Kurosawa?”

Eh? What do you mean?” what an out-of-the-blue question from Hatori.

“I think he likes you,” he seemed serious and genuinely curious,

though I didn’t know where this was coming from..

He’s a bit too late though.

“Ah. Yeah, I guess he did,” I responded casually.

“Did. Nani sore. What’s that supposed to mean?”

I didn’t mind telling Hatori about these things anymore.

Somehow, it’s gotten really comfortable to talk to him.

“He confessed to me last year but I turned him down,” I said.

“Ah, sou ka. I see,” Hatori was silent for a short while, making it a bit awkward.

“Want to know a secret that will blow your mind?” I teased, livening it up a bit.

“Hmm? What?”

I figured… maybe I should tell him about Kurosawa now?

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