Chapter 104: Good Night, Sweet Dreams

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First, I checked the bed for any suspicious stains. After all, Ken’s been here. Since Kurebayashi-san’s clothes were not disheveled, I assumed nothing had gone too far and decided it was safe to let Yuki-chan use the bed.

Though it might have my scent, she didn't seem to mind.

As expected, Yuki-chan fell asleep quickly after crying herself out.

But then…

“Onii-chan, will you sleep with me?”

I couldn't say no to that. Who would’ve thought my first time sharing a bed with a girl not related to me would be with Yuki-chan?

As I tried to get out of bed without waking her, Angie spoke up, a bit flustered.

“Onii-chan, can we sleep together tonight?”

“Nope. It’s too hot.”

“Hmph!”

“Keep it down. You’ll wake Yuki-chan.”

Watching Yuki-chan fall asleep in my arms reminded Angie of her childhood, when she did the same.

“It must be nice to have such a close sibling bond. Maybe the sense of security is different when you’re blood-related.”

Kurumi-san seemed to be troubled by something.

Blood ties don’t always guarantee peace of mind. Kurumi-san likely regretted how she raised Airi-chan, who isn't biologically hers.

However, there was a more immediate problem.

“Um, that girl—is she a relative? Should I be going?”

Kurebayashi Mii, a classmate from Kimura Airi’s school and department, was here. If I said something wrong, Airi, who has a bit of a temper, might take serious offense.

I didn’t need Kurebayashi-san here anymore, so I should ask her to leave, but I didn’t want to cause misunderstandings either.

“Kurumi-san, this is Kurebayashi Mii, a classmate from the same university and department. As I mentioned earlier, she's not living with me. She just needed a place to have an important conversation. I hope you understand.”

I explained quickly to Kurumi-san.

“And Kurebayashi-san, this is Kurumi-san, the mother of a friend. This little angel is Yuki-chan, Kurumi-san’s granddaughter. They were at the spring festival, but Yuki-chan got tired, so I brought them here to rest.”

I provided a thorough explanation to Kurebayashi-san. I withheld Kurumi-san’s surname out of consideration to avoid more complications.

Yet Kurebayashi-san seemed confused.

“Oh, I see… So Yuki-chan is your friend’s daughter. But she's very attached to you.”

“A lot has happened.”

“So… is it possible that Yuki-chan’s father is… you?”

“No way!! That’s impossible!”

I had no memory of donating to a sperm bank or being assaulted in my sleep.

“But what if you were drunk or unaware? Maybe a hidden personality within you did it.”

“Stop imagining scenarios like some cheap novel! Are you taking cues from Kojima-san?! I've never touched alcohol, cigarettes, or women!”

I blurted out in frustration.

Kurebayashi-san was stunned.

“Wait… does that mean, Yuuta, you’re… inexperienced?”

“Ugh!”

I had unintentionally revealed too much. Admitting this is a blow to my manhood, but lying isn't an option.

While virginity is sometimes respected, being a virgin guy often isn't. That's unfair.

It's not so bad to be a virgin. No worries about unwanted pregnancies or STDs. Why isn't that respected?

Kurebayashi-san's reaction, though…

“Really? Then… can I be your first? I’m so happy…”

“Who said you could?! Even if Onii-chan agrees, I won't allow it!”

Good one, Angie.

I have the right to choose, too. Why does Kurebayashi-san think it's a given, especially since she didn't give me her first?

Also, Kurumi-san’s pitying look is painful. Please, Yuki-chan, stay asleep.