Does gravity make me stronger?

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Hachiman: "There's something I'd like to tell you in advance."

The two exchanged a glance, and Hachiman awkwardly ruffled his bangs, looking somewhat impatient.

"No, I think I should just forget about it..."

Before the words were even finished, a warm hand ran through the messy hair, dispelling the urge to escape.

"It's alright. I have a pretty good idea of ​​what Hachiman is going to say."

"I'm sorry, but what I'm about to say is really very difficult to say..."

"It's fine."

Xiangzi smiled from the bottom of his heart.

"Hachiman, do you remember what I told you back in Chiba?"

"I think I remember..."

Hachiman glanced guiltily to the side; he would never forget that conversation.

"If you like Su Shi, that's fine too."

Once again, Xiangzi said the same words he had said before.

"Hachiman is a responsible boy, so from that morning in Chiba, this day was destined."

"To be honest, I have thought about wanting to have all of Hachiman's gentleness to myself, but I really don't deserve that."

The emotion conveyed in those amber eyes was gray, but upon closer inspection, it also carried a faint glimmer of light.

"On the contrary, Hachiman made this decision, and he will probably face a lot of criticism and pressure in the future, so please don't feel sorry for me."

Upon hearing these words, Hachiman's heart felt as if it had been gripped tightly, and a bitter taste, similar to bile, spread in his mouth.

Is he really as powerful as Xiangzi imagined?

What about someone who can't even support himself?

He cannot forgive himself.

At the same time, they realized that no matter what they said or did at this point, they could not make up for the harm done to Xiangzi.

therefore.

Hachiman decides to say goodbye to his past self.

...

The elevator ascended rapidly.

The closer I got to the top floor, the more persistent the feeling of shame that made me want to run away became.

Xiangzi stood beside him, silently gazing at the elevator entrance, lost in thought.

"Sister Su Shi, we've arrived."

After exiting the elevator, Komachi naturally rang the doorbell. A few seconds later, the heavy security door slowly opened from the inside.

Today, Nagasaki Motoyo was wearing simple loungewear: a long-sleeved shirt on top and a dark yellow woven long skirt on the bottom, which completely concealed her originally curvaceous figure.

This shift in style inevitably raises questions about Nagasaki Motoyo's current mental state.

"Good afternoon, Komachi-chan, this is Hachiman... Shoko..."

When Xiangzi's name was mentioned, Nagasaki Motoyo, unsurprisingly, hesitated, seemingly still unsettled.

After exchanging greetings, the three filed in.

"Um, please have a seat. Mom got home very late today, so it'll just be the four of us for dinner... Oh right, dinner is still cooking, it'll be ready soon."

Nagasaki Motoyo seemed flustered, her shoulders tense, completely lacking her usual relaxed demeanor.

Thanks to her, Xiangzi also became a little reserved.

"Is this your first time visiting the Su family?" Hachiman asked, trying to start a conversation.

"Ah, um, it's my first time."

Xiangzi looked around. The luxury apartment didn't give her much of a shock. She already knew everything about Nagasaki Motoyo's family background.

“She used to invite us to her house when she was in Crychic, but unfortunately we never had the chance.”

"so..."

Komachi nudged Hachiman with her elbow and said, "Onii-chan, you and Shoko-neechan rest here for a bit, I'll go help Souse-neechan."

Hachiman rolled up his sleeves, ready to go into the kitchen to help, but was ruthlessly kicked out by Komachi.

"Onii-chan, sit down, don't move, house!"

"Hey, this isn't dog training!"

"Then I'll help." Xiangzi took a deep breath and accompanied Xiaocheng into the kitchen.

Hachiman stared nervously into the kitchen, unable to imagine Nagasaki Motoyo and Shoko sharing a room and cooking together.

But since Xiangzi has already agreed, they shouldn't start arguing anymore, right?

Chapter 223, Section 220: Hachiman: Let's Die Together!

Still a little worried, Hachiman quietly moved his feet and glanced towards the kitchen.

Yes, I only glanced at it, I definitely didn't look at it much.

In the kitchen, which was even bigger than his bedroom, the three girls each had their own tasks and worked together very well.

Because there were no extra aprons, Komachi could only offer some meager assistance; the main characters were Nagasaki Motoyo and Shoko.

however.

The atmosphere in the kitchen was not as harmonious as it seemed. At least, Xiangzi and Su Shi hardly spoke directly to each other. Even something as simple as getting a kitchen knife required Komachi to act as a messenger.

There was still some resentment between them.

But easing tensions between the two sides was precisely the purpose of his trip.

Putting aside Xiangzi's admirable character, which actually accepted his request, feelings are ultimately a two-way street. Would Su Shi really accept such an absurd thing?

What if they refuse?

I never even thought about it.

We'll just have to take it one step at a time then.

After staring blankly at the kitchen for a while, Komachi suddenly looked over, frowned, and pursed her lips as if trying to express something.

Open your heart.

'Onii-chan, stop spacing out and think about what to do next.'

I'm thinking about it.

Hachiman nodded to his younger sister, then looked away, carefully considering his next words.

Half an hour later.

"Dinner's ready!"

Komachi, carrying a bowl of soup, was the first to walk out of the kitchen.

A milky aroma wafted through the living room.

Creamy stew is one of Komachi's signature dishes.

Hachiman sniffed the air, his stomach growling uncontrollably. He quickly stood up and said, "Komachi, you leave it here, I'll get it. It's really bad that I'm not doing anything."

Just as she was about to reach out to take it, Komachi nimbly dodged away, saying, "Onii-chan, you can just be a glutton today."

"Hey!"

Dishes kept being served, and the table was soon full.

As expected, the entire selection of ingredients was of the highest quality, with red lobsters and premium Wagyu beef dazzling him.

This meal is way too high in purines!

"Honey, to prevent you from getting gout, I'll take care of it myself."

roll!

Once seated, facing this enormous pot of lavish food, Hachiman was drenched in sweat and felt like he was sitting on pins and needles.

The location was arranged by Komachi.

She sat with Hachiman, while Shoko and Sose sat opposite her. One of them helplessly rubbed her fingers together, while the other stared blankly at the table.

The four of them stared at each other, none of them picking up their chopsticks first.

Hachiman coughed lightly, finally breaking the heavy atmosphere: "If you don't eat now, the food will get cold."

"Yes, yes, Sister Su Shi, Sister Xiang Zi, try this cream stew, it's my specialty!"

Su Shi & Xiang Zi: "Hmm."

Xiangzi scooped a spoonful of stew, tested the temperature with his lips, and then put it in his mouth.

"Wow, this is delicious!"

Thank you!

I've heard some people say that good food can improve one's mood. After the meal started, the oppressive atmosphere at the dinner table gradually dissipated.

...

Let's go back to one day ago.

Late Saturday night, Nagasaki Motoyo received a message from Komachi.

Komachi: Suze-neechan, are you still awake?

Su Shi, who was wallowing in self-pity in bed, received this message and immediately perked up.

She really enjoys chatting with cute and lively girls like Komachi.

Komachi is different from ordinary junior high school students. Although she looks innocent and naive, she is surprisingly mature inside.

Many times, even she couldn't quite keep up with Komachi's train of thought.

Su Shi: I'm awake. Is there something you need, Komachi?

Komachi: Sister Motoyo, Onii-chan just told me what happened these past few days, so Komachi knows a little about it.

Are you talking about Crychic?

Suze: I'm sorry, I've made Komachi worry about these things.

Komachi: No, it's all because Onii-chan is so awkward. This guy clearly knows everything, but he likes to play dumb. If it were me, I would have ignored him long ago.

Suze: But Komachi has always been concerned about Hachiman.

Komachi: Oh well, what can I do? He's my older brother, after all.

Komachi: Um, I wanted to ask, how does Su Shi-nee view Shoko-nee now?

In the bedroom, Nagasaki Motoyo pouted, deleted what she had typed, and then re-edited it.

Su Shi: Xiangzi is a very good girl, but I misunderstood her and said many bad things. I feel very sorry for her.

Komachi: I understand. So, what about the relationship between Onii-chan and Shoko-neechan?

Su Shi: I'm so envious. They're going to be together already, right?

Komachi: Is it just envy?

Su Shi: Hmm

The previous message has been retracted.

Su Shi: I want to too... but it's too late now.

Komachi: It's okay. Although Onii-chan is a bit slow, he's a responsible person, and I also really like Motoyo-neechan, so I'll definitely help you!

"Help me, but there's no chance now."

In front of her phone, Nagasaki Motoyo chuckled to herself, turned off the screen, and hid under her pillow.

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