Kushida POV
Three days have passed after the desert island, we are on the cruise, which now I think is our summer vacation.
That test was quite stressful for me, of course, for everyone in general, but it was harder for me, I had to be acting 24 hours a day, plus I couldn't go where Hachiman to do As for always, I felt a little bad seeing him so tired.
Although that inconsiderate idiot also has me very upset, he made me quite worried when they told us that he had to retire, I could see how his fatigue was increasing each time, so it was obvious that his health was in a delicate state and then this great idiot looking for a fight with someone.
However, i didn't blame him. According to what they told us, that guy is a maniac. Even if I don't like some people, I don't want them to be hurt by a lunatic. There are too many things that worried me. I didn't know he was holding his breath until they told us he was fine.
I'm determined to meet him today and give him a big telling off.
Maybe it's the influence of being with him, but now I'm worrying about someone else. It's just that somehow, his face and his irritating comments are still able to relax me.
I am in one of the bows of the cruise ship, this school is really very eccentric, it never crossed my mind to spend in something so luxurious during my student days.
There are five minutes until he arrives, I made an appointment for him at 5 in the afternoon. In addition to the prepared scolding, I also want to give him something.
I couldn't give him the birthday gift on day which is, a mistake, even though he congratulated all my colleagues on their birthday, I couldn't do it for the only real person I really wanted to congratulate.
Haaaaaa , it's not worth thinking about that anymore, I just hope I can convey it this time.
I heard footsteps approaching, i turned to see who it was, and it was the boy i was waiting for.
Hachiman : It's strange that you call me so suddenly these hours.
Kikyo : What's wrong? Mr. “I want to look great”
Hachiman : Haaaaaa ! Where did that nickname come from?
Kikyo : You always seemed to want to act strong in front of other people.
Hachiman :……… That's the impression I gave?
This idiot is not aware of his actions.
Kikyo : Don't play dumb.
Although my voice is in its happy tone, I think you can feel the thorns.
Hachiman : Very well, I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I know I was reckless. They've rubbed it in my face too much already.
I don't know how this guy is so clever but at the same time so dense on some topics.
Kikyo : You're a hopeless case.
Hachiman : I know, did you just call me here to insult me?
Kikyo : Yes.
Hachiman : Hey, we're in public. You are letting your personality out.
Kikyo : What a party pooper.
Hachiman : I'm not your entertainment. That's all?
I tense up a little, it should be easy to give the gift, I don't know why I'm hesitating so much to give it to him.
Just hand it in and that's it.
I start to take out a red bag.
Kikyo : H-here.
I stutter to hand him over.
What the hell is wrong with me?
He stands there as if he were seeing a face to face. He then turns back looking for someone.
Kikyo : What are you doing?
Hachiman : just thought i was in the middle of some matter. And was interrupting.
Hahhhhhhh ?! This bastard, where did he get that from?
Kikyo : It's not obvious, it's a gift, for you.
Still shocked he accepts the bag, his expression tells me that he has not yet grasped the situation.
Kikyo : Do I have to tell you again?
Hachiman : It's just that it's unexpected that you gave me something. I think the most I would get from you is insults and complaints.
Kikyo : Hey, do you know I'm in front of you?
Rude as always, but he's right, where it was someone else would just give him a happy day and that's the end of it, despite being so popular, it's the first time I've given someone a gift.
Hachiman : Pffft …. Hahahahahahahaha
Kikyo : You're going to make me angry you damn dead fish.
Although my tone of voice remains happy, the thorns are becoming more and more noticeable.
Jeez, this guy makes me bring out that side so easily. Still, I can't really feel upset with him.
Hachiman : I'm sorry, I was rude, you know Kikyo , I really appreciate it, thank you.
Then he smiles, he has no cynicism or sarcasm, it is a natural smile, it is the first time I have seen him make one like that.
I feel my cheeks starting to heat up, what the hell, I'm used to being thanked for remembering birthdays, but I've never felt this, my heart feels a thousand miles an hour.
Damn it, damn it, damn it.
It must be because it is so strange to see him this way, a feeling of joy spreads throughout my body. It's an intoxicating feeling equal to the praise I receive, this is bad, if it continues like this, I could become addicted to this feeling.
Even with my reddened cheeks, I answered him with a tone of discontent, although I don't feel that way.
Kikyo : Hmph , you better be grateful, no one has received a gift from me.
Hachiman : Am I the first one you've given a gift to?
Damn, I talked too much, now endless teasing is going to be daily bread.
Kikyo : Yes Any problem?
Hachiman : No, it's just that it's still surprising that you, who are so popular, haven't given something to someone.
Kikyo : Let's say I consider you a friend.
Hachiman : Huh ?
Kikyo : Huh ?
What's up with that reaction? I know I'm not the one to talk, but we would fall into the category of friends... Right?
Hachiman : I didn't think you considered me a friend, you know after all the blackmailing and all the threats.
He has a valid point, our relationship didn't start off on the right foot, but I definitely want to be close to him, it frees me from some chains that I thought would follow me throughout my life.
Kikyo : Shut up , I'm still upset about that, even so, you are the person who knows me best in this school, not to mention in the world.
Human beings are capable of withstanding light, however if they are exposed to the darkness that you have they will begin to distance themselves, it is an inescapable Truth.
Hachiman : I understand, then I will continue counting on you.
Kikyo : Of course.
Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh !!!
This feels so damn good!
Every word of support we give each other makes me excited, control yourself , Control yourself !
I shake my head to get rid of those kinds of thoughts. I can feel Hachiman's look dumbfounded. I know it's a shameful sight but I can't help it.
Hachiman : hey…….. Are you okay?
Kikyo : *gasps* yes, why wouldn't I be?
He remains silent, I guess I already said what I had to say. At least the environment is comfortable. How good the sea breeze feels.
Suddenly we heard the voice of the cruise ship with a warning.
Cruise Voice: This is an announcement for all students. They just received an email on their phones. Review the content and follow the indicated instructions. If you have not received the email, please contact the nearest available faculty member. This is a very important announcement, please make sure not to ignore it. I repeat…
Hey?
A while ago when I was talking to him, I felt that an email arrived, but I ignored it, apparently all students received one.
Hachiman 's gaze changes drastically, becoming serious, which only reaffirms my feeling that it must be something big. He takes out his cell phone to check the email, imitating his actions.
When I open the email, it has a message that says.
[A special exam will begin soon. Meet at the stipulated time in designated rooms. Students who are more than 10 minutes late to the meeting will receive a penalty. Go to room 202 on the second floor today at 8:40 p.m. Please prepare yourself and then keep your phone on silent mode or turn it off.]
another special exam? Isn't it too soon?
Hachiman : It seems that another special exam will be played here, Kikyo , What does your message say?
I show him the content of my message, I trust him, so there is no problem.
Hachiman : I see, it's the same message, I think the difference lies in time and place, mine says that in room 200 at 18:00, there are only twenty minutes left before the time, I think I have to get going.
Kikyo : For what purpose are we separated like this?
Hachiman : Maybe, they made different groups to prepare us for something, the content of the exam may be.
Hachiman 's phone rings, he answers it quickly.
Hachiman : Horikita ? Yes, I also received the email, what time is it your turn?
A name that bothers me a lot comes from your mouth, if it weren't for his intervention, it is most likely that at this point I would try everything to expel that bitch.
Hachiman : I see, it's your turn at 8:40 p.m.
Wait, what? Don't tell me I have to be in the group with her, damn my luck.
Hachiman hangs up his phone, then looks at me with an annoying smile, it really makes me want to hit him.
Hachiman : Kikyo , good news, you will spend quality time with your lifelong best friend.
Kikyo : Screw you.
Hachiman : Kushida -san, your personality is coming out.
Kikyo : I don't know what you mean, Hachiman-kun , hehehehehe
Hachiman : I know very well that you don't like spending time with Horikita , but I ask you to put up with her, after the meetings, I'm going to ask the three of us what possible paths we will have.
Kikyo : I understand, you don't look surprised. Don't tell me you were expecting this exam.
Hachiman : You could say that I had a feeling, this school makes very suspicious movements, so it's better that I be suspicious of anything they do.
Kikyo : How annoying.
Hachiman : It is, luckily, we're not the only ones who were taken by surprise, Kikyo , tell me the mood of all the classes.
Kikyo : What am I? A radio that only reports news?
Hachiman : Radios are more useful.
This son of a bitch.
Kikyo : Class A is destabilized because we are behind them, while class C is calm for the moment although you can feel the tension because we are moving away, and class D is the one that is in the worst situation. state, they are quite angry with the island's test results.
Hachiman : I see, they will most likely approach you for information, you are a link that is connected to all classes, so you just have to give them some deliberate information, but without affecting our core.
Kikyo : Like a double spy?
Hachiman : I would say more like a Bimbo who is quite dumb.
Kikyo : Do you want to die?
Hachiman : It's an act, I repeat it's an act, I'm not telling you to be like that.
Kikyo : Very well, I think you should get going.
Hachiman : Yes, goodbye.
He says goodbye, I see his back that provokes several things in me, it's not bad that we continue spending time this way.
Even though we haven't had anti-stress sessions, my body feels lighter.