Chapter 10

After that, I leave the house with Rinke, of course not forgetting to lock the door.

From our house to the school, it's a distance we can walk without taking the train.

But it takes about forty minutes to walk, so we always go by bike.

"Big brother, take me on the back today, okay?"

"Yeah, sure, I don't mind..."

"Huh? What's wrong?"

I never thought I'd be cycling with a girl on the back.

Well, she's my sister, but still...

But is it legally okay?

In the world of love comedy manga and light novels, there are often scenes of two people riding a bike, and in those worlds, it's probably legally fine.

Yeah, I'll just think that way.

In this "obstructive ojou-sama" world, it's probably legally fine too.

"Well, it should be fine. Let's go, Rinke. Are you on properly?"

"Yeah, I'm fine."

Alright, let's get going!

It's harder and more tiring to start moving with two people than with one, but once we get going, it doesn't seem to be a problem.

Stopping and starting at each traffic light is a bit tiring, but if I think about it, it's for my cute sister, so it's like breakfast.

We cycled for about ten minutes and arrived at our usual spot.

Well, it's usual for the world's Kusumoto Tsukasa, but it's my first time here.

We always drop Rinke off a little before the school.

So, if Rinke doesn't leave early, she might be late, which is why she always hurries us to leave early.

"Thanks, big brother."

"I always say this, but I can take you to school too, you know? I'm not tired at all."

"It's okay, I'll walk from here. Big brother, you go ahead on the bike."

Rinke probably doesn't want people to know that she rides to school with her big brother.

"Hmm, okay. But let's go to school together sometimes. It would be more fun, right?"

"...Well, I might meet friends and go with them if I walk."

"O-Oh, I see..."

That's true, if she rides to school, she won't have the chance to walk with her friends, which is a big part of high school life.

I used to walk to school from the train station in my previous world, so I understand the joy of bumping into friends and going to school together.

Maybe I should try walking to school in this world.

But it's far, and Rinke is here...

"...Well, maybe sometimes."

Rinke, who seemed to be worried that I was a bit troubled, said this while looking away shyly.

"Rinke! Thanks!"

I got happy and patted Rinke's head again.

"Wh-What, B-Baka! Don't pat my head in public!"

"Sorry. I'll go ahead, Rinke. Don't be late."

I pedaled before she could hit me again.

"Ah... Stupid big brother..."

I heard her voice, but even though she called me stupid, the way she said it was so cute that I didn't get angry at all.

After a few more minutes of cycling, I saw an acquaintance walking ahead.

Or rather, that's...

"Hey, Yuichi!"

"Huh? Oh, Tsukasa?"

This is Yuichi Shigemoto, the protagonist of the manga "The Obstructive Ojou-sama Ruins a Normal Love Comedy."

He has short black hair, a clean-cut appearance, and is a handsome guy.

He's quite tall, probably over 180 cm, probably because he's on the basketball team.

I pull up next to Yuichi, get off my bike, and start walking with him.

"Hey, no morning practice for the basketball team?"

"Yeah, not today. I got to sleep in."

"Got it. Even the ace of the basketball team needs a day off, huh?"

"Of course. Rest is part of training too."

Yuichi has great athletic ability and has been the ace of the basketball team since his first year.

He's also good-looking, so he's popular.

I know his personality well as a friend, and he's a good guy.

Yuichi has no unattractive traits, but he mistakenly thinks he's not popular.

The reason for this misconception is due to the heroine, his childhood friend, Kato Kaori, who has a crush on him.

Since kindergarten, Kaori has liked Yuichi and has been putting pressure on other girls to keep them away from him.

Despite being so handsome that he could have a fan club, Yuichi still thinks he's not attractive and not popular.

Well, it's Kaori's fault, so I can't blame him.

But in high school, Yuichi has fallen for someone.

That someone is the other heroine, Fujisawa Shiho.

"By the way, Yuichi, I heard you finally asked Fujisawa out on a date."

"Wh-What!? Where did you hear that...!"

"Of course, it's just a rumor."

"Are you saying you've become a wind user!?"

"Heh, if I wave my arm, I can lift the skirts of nearby girls... but that's enough."

"Really? Hey, look, there are a lot of high school girls around, do it."

"Hey, don't call them high school girls, we're high school boys."

We were having a very typical and healthy conversation for high school boys.

I never thought I'd be having such a silly conversation with the protagonist of "The Obstructive Ojou-sama."

It's not as exciting as talking to Sei, but as a fan, I'm genuinely happy.

"So, who did you hear it from?"

"Of course, I'd like to say from Fujisawa, but I overheard her talking to Sei... I mean, Shimada."

"Really... What did they say?"

"Of course, she said, 'Shigemoto-kun asked me out, but he's so creepy it's a turn-off.'"

"Wh-What!? You're kidding...?"

"Hahaha, just kidding."

"Even jokes hurt, so stop it."

"Sorry about that."

Actually, she said something incredibly cute like, "Can I confess to Shigemoto-kun?" but that's not something I should repeat.

"Is the date tomorrow or the day after?"

Today is Friday, so tomorrow is the weekend.

"Sunday. There's no basketball practice that day, and it seems the tennis club doesn't have practice either."

"Got it. I don't think I can help much, but good luck."

"Yeah, of course..."

"Hey, you two seem to be having an interesting conversation, Yuichi."

Just as Yuichi was about to nod strongly, a woman's voice came from behind us.

We froze, our mouths open.

Could it be... the same thought crossed both our minds.

We turned around robotically...

"Good morning, Yuichi. Kusumoto-kun."

"Good morning, Kaori..."

"Hey, Kato-san."

There stood one of the heroines, Kato Kaori, with a terrifying smile on her face.

Her golden hair, which shone like a deity, flowed beautifully down to her back, swaying in the wind.

Her hair was so beautiful, it perfectly matched her elegance.

She was wearing a uniform, but it looked even more pure and elegant on her than on other girls.

Her face was very beautiful, with a non-Japanese beauty.

I think she's a quarter or something, with a European ancestor.

"So, Yuichi, you seemed to be having a very interesting conversation this morning. Can I join in?"

"N-No, it's just guy talk between me and Tsukasa! Right, Tsukasa?"

"Y-Yeah. I mean, Kato-san wouldn't want to hear about how Yuichi ordered me to lift the skirts of nearby high school girls, right?"

"When did I ever say that!?"

Yuichi shot me a fierce correction.

Calm down, Yuichi, we need to divert the conversation.

"Then, what were you talking about, Yuichi?"

"Wh-What? No, that's not it. I didn't order him to lift skirts. Tsukasa was saying, 'Hmm, I wonder if I can see through girls' clothes with my new power.'"

"When did I ever say that!?"

Now it was my turn to correct him.

"Kusumoto-kun, it's not good to spread your desires. If you must, do it quietly and alone in your room."

"Kato-san, you're surprisingly tolerant of that."

"I study every day to be prepared in case Yuichi attacks me."

"Good for you, Yuichi. Your future as the president of the Kato Group is secure."

"Wait, wait! You're betraying me!"

Shut up, you were the one who betrayed me first.

But now the conversation has been diverted...

"So, Yuichi, do you have any plans for Sunday?"

Oh, we're back to the original topic.

"N-No, I mean, I have practice..."

"The gym is reserved for the volleyball team on Sunday."

"Why would you know that, Kaori, when you're not in the volleyball team?"

"Because I am."

"Kato-san, you're the daughter of the man who founded Kato High School, aren't you?"

Probably not related, but I'll compliment her anyway.

"Thank you, Kusumoto-kun. So, do you have any plans for Sunday? If not, how about a party at my place? I can even charter a luxury cruise ship for the party."

"That's a bit excessive, isn't it?"

The scale of money she's willing to spend is ridiculous.

"Anyway, I don't have any plans for Sunday, but I want to rest! I have basketball practice in the morning!"

"Really? You were saying yesterday that you wanted to practice more and didn't need a break."

"Wait, when did you hear that!?"

Yuichi, I think you should stop there.

Kaori, the childhood friend with a yandere tendency, is too much for you to handle right now.

"Fine. If Yuichi doesn't want to talk, I have my own plans. I'll be going to school now. Have a good day, Kusumoto-kun."

"Y-You too..."

Kaori said this, shook her hair, and walked towards the school.

Yuichi and I stood there, frozen for a moment.

"...Tsukasa. You said you don't think you can help, but I need your help."

"Hmm, I can guess, but I'll ask anyway. What kind of help?"

"Help me control Kato Kaori!"

"That's impossible, think logically. And explode."

"Why!?"

Well... what should I do?

Actually, did this happen in the original story?

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