The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten (WN) (Volume 5+)

141 - Stroll and Encounter

"You two are going out today, right?"

The four of them were seated in the morning, ready to have breakfast, when Shihoko suddenly mentioned as though she just mentioned.

It did not seem that they were joking however, "It is boring to stay at home all day after after all." they readily noted.

"Hm, but we aren't really going anywhere. Just a random stroll."

"I have not gone out before. I am looking forward to it."

Over the past three days, Mahiru spent her time at Amane's house, except for the shopping trip with Shuuto on the first day. One reason was that Amane's parents had been hospitable to her, and another was that it was inconvenient to have her wander at this familiar place.

Amane assumed his parents would bring her out, but they chose to laze around at home. Thus, he felt he should at least bring her out.

"We only have a park and a supermarket out here, you know? Want to go along?"

"No, a simple stroll with you will do, Amane-kun. I am happy to be with you."

"...I see."

Amane already knew that Mahiru was not looking forward to visiting any place, but that she was looking forward to going out, or to be precise, to spend time with Amane, and his heart heated up.

He knew from her expression that she was satisfied just being with him. He was elated and yet embarrassed, and his eyes wavered a little.

"But well, you two are already beyond lovers."

"We used to be like that when we're younger."

"No, Shihoko-san, you weren't as calm as Shiina-san, you know?"

"How strict of you."

"Though that makes you adorable too."

"Goodness~"

Man, these two are getting at it early in the morning, Amane thought as he saw the bashful Shihoko and Shuuto praising her naturally. He ignored them as he took a large mouthful of Shihoko's omelette.

The omelette itself was fine, but Amane felt Mahiru's was better. The reason however was because it would be Mahiru cooking them, rather than the standards. He had fallen completely for Mahiru's cooking, and would detect any imperfection in Shihoko's cooking.

He wondered if he should have Mahiru prepare breakfast next time as he looked at her, and found her looking at his parents admiringly, enviously, and somewhat bashfully.

He had a vague idea of what she was thinking, and he too became awkward.

...I can't really go this far however.

Amane too hoped to form an intimate bond in Mahiru's heart, despite him saying otherwise.

Once again, he looked towards his always lovey-dovey parents, and discreetly blushed once he imagined a certain day in the future.

"Let's go then."

A few moments after his parents went out to work, Amane said to Mahiru, who was sitting on the sofa.

It was morning, but he did not intend to go far, just a simple stroll nearby. It should be fine even though it was almost noon. They would not be out for long, for the plan was to return home at noon, and Mahiru would cook bacon omelette carbonara.

"Yes, I am ready."

"Well, we don't really need to bring stuff out when strolling...I intend to go to town next time."