Chapter 139 | Story

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It seems Grandpa and Saburo-san jumped the gun and told everyone around that Rika was pregnant.

“B-But it's okay, Shinji-kun! I only told people within the Kaida Group!”

Saburo-san, still in seiza, hurriedly offered this excuse.

“What if someone from the group, for example, went home and told their family?”

“Th-that's…”

“What if the misunderstanding spreads further and further by word of mouth?”

“…I'm sorry.”

Saburo-san hung his head dejectedly.

“I… I just wanted everyone to celebrate the happy occasion…”

…Well, he didn't have a bad intention.

He wanted to celebrate with us. That sentiment is appreciated.

“I understand. But Rika is troubled by you spreading uncertain information. Please be careful next time.”

“Huh? Y-you're forgiving me…?”

…Honestly, I'm still upset.

But… Saburo-san is like family.

And he's reflecting on his actions.

There's no point in staying angry forever.

“Yeah.”

“Yay! I'm sorry, Shinji-kun! I'm sorry, Rika-chan!”

I glance at Rika.

“I'm sorry. My family got carried away and caused you trouble.”

“I-It's okay. Besides…”

“Besides?”

Rika blushed as she spoke.

“I-If I marry Shin-chan… then they'll be family too…”

So, she's forgiving them because of that?

What a kind-hearted girl. I’m falling for her even more!

“Hohoho, the wedding is just around the corner! When are you doing it? Let’s reserve the venue!”

…This old geezer.

I was right to call someone to give him a proper lecture.

Just then…

Ding-dong…♪

“What's that?”

“Grandfather.”

“Gah… R-Ryuko!?”

Grandpa's direct granddaughter, Ryuko Kaida, arrived with Jirota Niekawa.

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