Go-Toubun no Hanayome √AE

Chapter 19:Summer's Memory ①

Nino:"It's so hot~..."

A couple of weeks after summer vacation started, the quints were living their life like always. Today, Nino and Miku were making food for the day, while Itsuki and Yotsuba were worrying about something.

Nino:"Hey, I want to go to the beach."

Miku:"There you go again."

Itsuki:"Going to the beach is fine and all, but...what are we going to do about this...?"

Itsuki was holding a piece of paper. On it, it read...

...

Dear Occupants,

                                                    Notice of Contract

                                                         Termination

We hope this letter finds you.

"We thank you for leasing. After approximately 46 years, it has become more difficult to maintain the quality we strive for. As such, this building is slated for demolition. Therefore, the contract of the lease will not be renewed."

...

Nino:"It's not like we have any choice. We'll have to find a new place to live."

Miku:"I can't believe we have to leave...We only moved in half a year ago. How unlucky..."

Yotsuba:"For now, let's wait for Ichika to finish her call."

Nino:"We've still got half a year before we have to move~"

Itsuki:"Half a year...? But that lands right in the middle of exam season..."

Nino:"I don't even want to think about that..."

Yotsuba:"It might be a rush, but it would be nice if we could get this sorted out during the summer break."

Miku:"Demolition...That makes me a little sad..."

Miku remembered everything that took place inside those walls, making a small smile in the process.

Miku:"It's only been a short while, but this apartment is full of memories too..."

Nino:"Oh, I wonder if we'll get compensated."

Yotsuba:"You're starting to sound like Uesugi-san. So pragmatic..."

Itsuki:"I'll go inform Ichika."

Miku:"We'll need to let Fuutarou know too."

Nino:"We haven't seen him even once since summer break started, huh?"

Miku:"I want to see him soon."

Yotsuba:"Well, it's a long break. I'm sure there'll be plenty of chances."

Itsuki, leaving the apartment, saw Ichika still on her phone.

Itsuki:[There she is, I should wait until she finishes her ca-]

Ichika:"Yes, I won't be in the picture anymore. It'll just be the four sisters from now on."

Itsuki:"!"

...

Raiha:"No more, big bro! It's time you went outside once in a while!"

Fuutarou:"But I don't want to..."

Raiha:"I've been worried because you've been holed up here since summer break started! Let's go see Itsuki-san and the others right away!"

Fuutarou:"Huh? Give it a rest. I've assigned them plenty of homework to review and I'm taking a break as their tutor for the summer break. Why must I go out of my way to meet with them?"