After many trials, Koremitsu and Hikaru found that it was possible for Koremitsu to maintain a certain distance from Hikaru in spacious areas. They could only be distanced a maximum of three meters from one another. In cramped spaces like a porta potty, they would be forced together in proximity. If Koremitsu did not move, Hikaru would be unable to leave the space.
What kind of joke is this? Now we have to stick together just to use the toilet?
The occasional couple of friendly girls might have held hands before going into separate stalls, but sharing the same lavatory was downright awkward for two boys. Intensifying the issue for Koremitsu and Hikaru to share a washroom was the fact that, above all, they were mere acquaintances.
Koremitsu recalled the uncomfortable feeling of facing Hikaru and urinating, his face feeling like it seethed with fire as he blushed.
Nothing seemed more troublesome than Hikaru's presence. Hikaru's request needed to be fulfilled as soon as possible so he would ascend into Heaven.
The next morning, Koremitsu walked into school with this steadfast determination.
"This is my first time riding on a bus full of people."
Hikaru poked out his head playfully from a gap in the mass of humanity aboard, the many passengers inside packed like a can of sardines. There seemed nothing more supernatural than the sight of his wispy face overlapping those of strangers in such a crowded setting.
He was not concerned about Koremitsu, who had been looking away from him deliberately. Hikaru went on muttering to himself once they each got off the tram and started for school.
Along the way, Hikaru turned to speak.
"I used to be a gardening rep, and we're to bury seeds like Dahlia and Lemon Grass this May. What activity are you involved in, Koremitsu?"
Unaware of it, Hikaru had called him "Koremitsu" instead of "Mr Akagi."
Koremitsu opened his mouth to chide Hikaru for being overly familiar with him, but Hikaru interjected.
"I said that because we are both 'designated' as friends from now on. It would be distant of me to call you Mr. Akagi at this point in time, right? You can call me Hikaru, too, Koremitsu."
He continued instantaneously, making a segue away from any argument.
"So, what did you do? You joined a martial arts club, right? Was it boxing or kung fu?"
"I was a member of the Pet-Raising Committee in elementary school. At the time, I took care of turkeys and rabbits."
Frowning, Hikaru gave a slightly subtle response.
"I see. So you liked animals."
"Turkeys are delicious when baked."
The words fell without any complement from Koremitsu.
"That red nose is really cute. Just like a Red Spider Lily."
Hikaru did not seem to mind as he continued the conversation one-sidedly.
Was this carefree prince really aware that he had died?
Koremitsu held back from throwing a tantrum over him as they stepped through the elaborate school gate.
Heian Academy was a school with all educational facilities from an affiliated kindergarten to university. The middle school and high school had different gates, but were located in the same area of campus.
Koremitsu took his shoes from the locker and started changing into them.
"Ah."
Hikaru let out a sigh.
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"Aoi" - Hikaru ga Chikyuu ni Itakoro......(Volume 1)
Romance> High-school student Koremitsu Akagi finds himself attending the funeral of Hikaru Mikado, who had died in an accident during Golden Week. He's not sure why he's there, as he only exchanged a few words with Hikaru at school. However, Hikaru doesn't...
