Chapter 374 (Self Edited) Helping Out

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When Soma stopped by Sheilas cla.s.sroom, she had just finished preparing to leave. He wondered if she was doing the duties as the day monitor, but it seemed she had already completed them when he asked her about it.

Arent you finis.h.i.+ng quite early? (Soma)

Hmm, I was progressing little by little ahead. I wanted to go home early today. (Sheila)

I see. Well how should I put it, I apologize. (Felicia)

Hmm, its fine because its what I wanted to do. (Sheila)

Felicia must have understood that Sheila did it for her sake. Though Felicia apologized with a slightly embarra.s.sed expression, Sheila just wore a natural face. Rather, her expression seemed somewhat proud, and even in such a situation, these two remained as close sisters.

Speaking of sisters, he wondered how his younger sister was doing. However, it seemed that at least in this situation, there was no sister for Soma. Whether that was a good thing or not was indiscernible Now, what might that younger sister be doing at this time?

While overhearing the conversation between the sisters and thinking about Lina, whom Soma hadnt seen recently, he set off for home. However, the distance from school to home was quite short. As I was thinking, they arrived at their familiar home in no time.

Hmm it seems Mother has already returned. (Soma)

Like the mother from my past life, he was aware that Sofia was working a part-time job in this situation. Normally, she should have returned a little later, but she probably left early for Felicias sake. Felicia showed a slightly apologetic expression.

I am happy, but I also feel sorry. Even though were always being taken care of (Felicia)

Hmm, indeed. (Sheila)

I dont think theres any need to worry. Mother and the others are probably doing it because they want to. (Soma)

Those words were sincere, but he soon remembered why Felicia and the others were relying on our home. It seemed Felicia and Sheila lost their parents at a young age. Besides the sisters, they had an older brother, who seemed to be already working to support the family. However, it wasnt easy for the brother, who was still young, to support the three of them including himself. That was why he worked early mornings and late nights. In other words, they were relying on Somas home for care both in the morning and at night. By the way, details about that brother were unknown.

Since there hasnt been an opportunity to meet, its often unclear but well, its probably Joseph without a doubt. There wouldnt be a reason to cast another person in that role here. However, it doesnt seem like there would be any involvement, so for now, its fine to exclude it from my thoughts. And

Yes, thats right, its something we do because we want to. You dont need to worry about it. (Sofia)

As I opened the front door to enter the house, Mother appeared from the living room. However, Soma tilted his head at her appearance.

Mother? I just wanted to say Im home, but why did you bother to come out to greet us? (Soma)

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Well, welcome back, Soma, Felicia, Sheila. Of course, its because our sons have returned or thats what Id like to say, but honestly, I was worried about you all especially Felicia. (Sofia)

Me? (Felicia)

Hmm, Nee-san, were you feeling unwell this morning? (Sheila)

I didnt seem particularly so (Soma)

Yes, I didnt think so either (Felicia)

Well, lets talk about that later. For now, it seems theres no problem. (Sofia)

Hmm (Soma)

Although Soma was curious about what she was talking about, there shouldnt be an issue if she would talk about it later. As Mother returned to the living room, he glanced at her. Then, he headed upstairs to his room to put away his things. For some reason, Felicia and the others followed, but it seemed that a room had been given to Felicia and the others as a storage s.p.a.ce as well. It was directly across from Somas room and seemed to have clothes and such stored in it. It was definitely their second home.

Nevertheless, Soma became quite accustomed to digging up information he didnt know about. He thought to himself as he returned to his room, put away my things, and changed out of the uniform. Walking around the house in a school uniform would be strange, and honestly, it was uncomfortable. Still, he wondered what clothes to wear, but he didnt even need to search his memories. The clothes were placed exactly where Soma remembered, and they were similar to what he had.

Well, its good that there was no need to think about unnecessary things. (Soma)

Soma muttered as he quickly changed. Then, he left the room. Although he hadnt directly heard the conversation, they undoubtedly intended to celebrate Felicias birthday, so he thought he might as well see if there was anything he could help with. It was partly to pa.s.s the time as well since he didnt know what to do to pa.s.s the time in this situation.

Mother, is there anything I can help with? (Soma)

Oh, Soma, are you going to help? Thats unusual. (Felicia)

Was it? Hmm, maybe it was. (Soma)

As Soma searched through his memories for a moment, he realized that indeed. He hadnt helped much in various ways before. It wasnt because he didnt want to, but rather because there wasnt much he could do.

.. Well, thats fine.

Well, I just thought I should do something to celebrate Felicias birthday. If theres anything I can do, that is. (Soma)

I see. Thats certainly true. We can celebrate Felicias birthday. It was only natural for Soma to think that way. (Sofia)

Hmm? (Soma)

Though her words intrigued me slightly, Soma didnt inquire further. Instead, he received instructions from his mother.

Well then, lets see, Soma. How about you handle the decorations? I dont have the time or energy to do it myself, so I was going to have to ask Felicia to do it. (Sofia)

It was fortunate that I offered to help. Decorating for your own celebration is a bit weird after all. (Soma)

Exactly. In that case, Ill leave it to you. Oh, by the way Im leaving the decoration entirely up to you, Soma? Im looking forward to seeing how youll decorate it. (Sofia)

Hmm? (Soma)

Honestly, Soma didnt have much confidence in that kind of sense, or rather, he was well aware that he wasnt good at it. But since he was asked to do so, there was no helping it. If he had declined, Felicia would inevitably end up doing it. Surely that should be prevented. While Sheila was still available for a.s.sistance, her sense was probably on par with his. He couldnt just leave it to someone like that and escape myself. He felt like Aina might have the sense for this kind of thing, but he couldnt rely on someone who wasnt here.

Since its a special occasion, Id like to prepare something proper if possible but well, maybe thats just wishful thinking. (Soma)

There was a possibility that things might end up getting weird instead of being decorated nicely, but if that happened, he would just have to accept it. Besides, Felicia would probably still be happy regardless. With that conviction in mind, but also wanting to create something good if possible, he decided to move from the current spot to get some decorations.

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