Thirty minutes later, Yukari turned into a bundle of red as she clung to me and pinched my sides outside of her parents eyes. She could only resort to that when she couldnt stop her mother from telling me stories about her. Embarrassing stories.

Theres that one time when they brought her to the beach during her 9th birthday. She apparently stepped on a starfish that wriggled under her foot. She got scared of how squishy and ticklish it was. Since then, she began carefully staring down at the ground just to make sure that she wouldnt step on one again. And it became a habit that she brought back at home or everywhere else.

I guess that explained why she would sometimes remain fixated on the ground when we were walking together. I thought she was just too embarrassed. Turns out theres a story about it.

Well, I never asked her about that and I just assumed that reason.

Theres also one Christmas story where Yukari woke up in the middle of the night and caught her father sneaking around in a Santa suit. She called him fake Santa for being too thin and hit him with a broom to drive him away.

When she realized that it was her father, she cried the whole night, feeling really bad for what she did. Her father had to present her with a whole bag of candies and chocolates to calm her down. She got a toothache the morning after that, preventing her from eating her favorite cake.

Yep. Its her father who narrated that story to me. He was laughing all the time making the girl almost grab the broom again and hit her father to reenact the scene.

I joined in teasing her and because of that, I got the one that was hit by the broom. I acted hurt which made the girl panic, coddling me right away.

What a sweet girl.

Since her parents witnessed that, the two also teased her for it, making the girl blush in embarrassment further.

In the end, the celebration turned into a teasing session for Yukari. Perhaps if I wasnt at her side and she got teased like this by her parents, shed be fuming already.

But theres no point teasing her without me, right?

Anyway, once we finished eating, Yukari asked for permission to bring me to her room.

They did allow us but Yukari miscalculated. It became the same case when I visited Elizabeths house.

But this time, it was her mother who would check on us every few minutes.

Shes their youngest so theyre kind of worried that wed make a mistake and it would mean her leaving home as well. Thats why they wanted a few more years with Yukari living with them.

Well, that sounded like theyre already considering that I would be Yukaris husband in the future. Its great to hear.

So, I acted like a good boy, assuring them that I wont let them worry about that If they found out that were already doing it whenever were meeting each other, they might get a heart attack so better not tell them about the progress of our relationship.

Sometimes, its really better to lie than stick to being honest. Especially with my girls parents.

Id surely take a beating or two from them in the future anyway. When we finally revealed our plan to them.

Too bad, huh? We shouldve passed by a hotel first.

You pervert. I heard you did it with Risa even when her fathers there.

That girl She told you that?

Un. Shes even proud of it.

Right. Thats Elizabeth were talking about. I even predicted that shed talk about that to everyone. Its already a relief that she only talked about it to Yukari.

Classic Elizabeth

If its her, anything is possible. Thats how amazing she is. Yukari said in a rather envious voice.

Is she comparing herself to Elizabeth? Theyre best friends and theyre almost always together. Yeah, its difficult to not compare herself with Elizabeth when their personality was in stark contrast to each other.

Thats why Its on me to ease that kind of thinking.

My body moved without my command, pulling the girl in my embrace. I caressed her head and back before pushing my lips close to her ear.

After giving her earlobe a quick bite, which made her jump in surprise, I tenderly whispered, Youre just as amazing, Yukari You surprised me with this, you know? I thought theyd be another challenge I had to face but before I knew it, I was already being treated as their son-in-law. I have to earn my keep for that

Yeah, you should. Theyve been good to you, right? Telling you all my embarrassing stories. The girl said in a sarcastic tone. Nonetheless, her arms naturally enclosed around me, returning the hug.

Little by little, we moved to her bed. When she was about to fall over, I switched our positions, letting me be the one to fall first and she ended up on top of me.

Yukari laughed heartily as she slowly crawled up, placing herself comfortably there. As for me, I supported her wait as I also gradually moved, lifting my foot and sliding us to the middle of her bed, occupying it completely.

Well, I loved all of it. Hearing the side of my Yukari that I havent seen before.

Then to be fair, I also want to hear stories of you. Before your desire manifested.

Uh. Are you sure? I can't think of one without Akane in it.

I was really inseparable from Akane before so I couldnt recall any childhood memories where she was not there.

Its fine. As long as I can tease you with it. Yukaris mischievous smile showed again as she poked my nose for the nth time this day. And with another giggle, her teeth chomped on it.

Really, this girl was too fixated on my nose unlike the other girls whod either go to my neck or lips. Well, its fine. Not like she could bite it off.

Thats the goal huh? To tease me.

Obviously, I cant be the only one getting embarrassed here.

Yeah. Youre right. I have to be fair. In any case, I love this. My Yukari is now so proactive.

Only in this case!

Even so That's progress.

Youre right. But, you see, Im afraid I cant do what Risa did.

Thats fine. I also feel like we cant do that here yet. But even if we cant It's fine to cuddle, right? Its your special day. I still wanted this to be special for you.

Idiot Ruki. Its already too special for me. You came to see me this morning and we did it there. You also went to pick me up with your funny disguise and flowers and took me out on a date. I couldnt ask for more. Yukari lovingly said. But then, she realized something, Wait, were going off-topic! Ruki, out with your embarrassing stories. Thats what can make this day even more special.

Why do you have to remember it? I thought I already escaped being laughed at by my girl. It would be uncool for me, you know?

I dont care. Its so I can also have something to brag about to Risa.

This girl I thought you dont want to compete with her?

Hmm? Its not a competition, Ruki. Call it our bonding time. Talking about our man and laughing about it. It will be better if youre there with us.

Uhm Even if I am proud to be called a shameless guy, Im already feeling embarrassed thinking about you two talking about my embarrassing stories.

Fufu, thats what Im aiming for.

In the end, my girl used my own words against me In any case, I willingly surrendered to it, satisfying the girl on this special day of hers.

Im also satisfied anyway. Everything about this day with her made me love her even more.