A Bau Bau Dorm Life!

Chapter 7

Back at the dorm, the memory of the beach adventure lingered like the salty breeze still clinging to your clothes. After showering off the sand and seaweed, you flopped onto the couch, basking in the glow of shared laughter. Fuwawa and Mococo were in the kitchen, chattering about their plans for breakfast, while Shiori, Bijou, and Nerissa had retreated to their own dorms to settle down for the night. The twins' voices carried into the living room, a mix of gentle teasing and genuine delight as they recounted the day's events.

Fuwawa: "Moco-chan, you should've seen your face when Biboo shouted about her castle. You looked ready to pounce, bau bau!"

Mococo: "Come on! It looked so... Kickable! How could I not have that reaction to it?!"

You chuckled, leaning your head against the couch. Despite the exhaustion eating at your limbs, you couldn't help but smile at their antics. The warmth of the day's memories, combined with the cozy atmosphere of the dorm, filled you with a deep contentment. After a while, Mococo plopped down beside you, her damp hair covered in a towel. She crossed her arms, pretending to look annoyed.

Mococo: "Hey, Y/N, you still owe me for that water fight. We totally won, you know."

You raised an eyebrow, smirking.

Y/N: "Won? I seem to remember you and Fuwawa retreating when Nerissa started actually putting effort into it. Didn't look much like victory to me."

Mococo huffed, puffing out her cheeks in mock frustration. She always looks so cute when she pouts, but you decide not to say anything about it in fear of Mococo getting angry.

Mococo: "Details, details. A true champion knows when to call a strategic retreat, bau bau. Right, Fuwawa?"

Fuwawa appeared with a tray of steaming tea, her smile as peaceful as ever. She set the tray on the coffee table and handed you a cup before taking a seat on your other side.

Fuwawa: "Of course, Moco-chan. But we all know the real victory was the fun we had. Right, Y/N?"

Y/N: "Can't argue with that, can I?"

The three of you sipped your tea in companionable silence, the faint hum of the night settling around you. The warmth of the tea seeped into your body, chasing away the lingering chill from the ocean. Mococo leaned back, her earlier energy finally giving way to a quiet calm.

Mococo: "You know, today really was amazing. I don't usually say stuff like this, but... thanks for making it special, Y/N."

Her voice was softer now, lacking her usual teasing edge. You turned to her, surprised by the sincerity in her gaze.

Y/N: "Hey, I didn't do much. It was all of us together. Besides, you're the one who kept the energy going. I should be thanking you."

Fuwawa giggled, her eyes twinkling.

Fuwawa: "Moco-chan gets embarrassed when people compliment her. Look, she's blushing!"

Mococo quickly turned away, her ears twitching in protest, with her tail quickly betraying her by wagging.

Mococo: "I am not blushing! It's just... the tea is hot, okay?"

You and Fuwawa exchanged amused glances, deciding to let her have that excuse. As the night deepened, the twins insisted on pulling out a board game from their ever-growing collection. It was some elaborate fantasy-themed game that required cooperation to complete quests. Mococo immediately claimed the role of the rogue, grinning mischievously as she plotted to collect as much gold as possible. Fuwawa chose the healer, naturally, while you ended up as the knight. The game quickly devolved into chaos.