In conclusion, Otsuka-senpai was put in a bind on how to present me and answer their questions when the time came.

I dont mind helping her, but since she created the problem, I think I can have fun teasing her first.

Wont it be fun to see her scrambling and pulling her hair on how to solve it? Thats why instead of answering her straightaway, I decided to stall for now. Besides, she had yet to say when that group date would happen.

Theyre going to ask us for advice. Are they thinking of doing it with their boyfriends?

Y-yes. Maybe? Those two girls have been in a relationship for close to one year now. They started dating their boyfriends last year around summer. Otsuka-senpai looked like she was struggling to find an answer to my question. Most likely, she never expected them to bring that up with the way their conversation went.

This was all new for the curious girl. Furthermore, shes just as ignorant as them even if shes a bundle of curiosity.

I see Summer couples. Its a surprise they can hold on for too long. I bet theyre each others first lover.

There's that common belief that things could happen during summer break for high schoolers. Some would have a full-on transformation to change their image in class. Others would be like Otsukas friends, theyd experience summer romance.

Since their relationship was close to one year by now, they're possibly like Mio with her cowardly ex. They're dawdling a lot on how to breach the subject but unlike Miyoshi who couldnt even initiate a kiss, theyve probably done more than that.

They are, I think?

You think? Youre not sure? Are you really their close friend?

Otsuka-senpai cutely puffed her cheeks, not liking my question one bit. But then, she scratched her cheek and forced a smile.

You know how I am, Onoda-kun. I tend to be distracted most of the time because of my curiosity. Also I dont think Im that interested in prying about their relationships. As long as theyre still happy with their partners, I see no problem with it.

What a good friend you are, senpai. Before I knew it, I was already patting her head. As always, I have a soft spot for someone who truly values friendships but its still only applicable to girls.

Although that made her flinch at the suddenness, Otsuka-senpai didnt reject it.

She just pouted at me and attempted to remove my hand from her head.

Dont tease me, Onoda-kun. Thats normal, no?

Indeed, it is. But its still impressive. I thought your friends wouldnt be given a pass with your curiosity. I was wrong.

Im sad that you see me the same way as the others Onoda-kun.

She kept her pout and acted upset by crossing her arms.

I shook my head at that display. Shes acting differently than I remembered. Or is it because I havent paid much attention to her before? Whichever the case, I now find this curious girl fascinating.

Dont worry. Ive changed my opinion. Anyway, when will it happen? Tell me so I can prepare.

Moving back to the topic, Otsuka-senpai also let go of her pout and tried to remember. She frowned and creased her forehead before awkwardly smiling.

Maybe two weeks from now?

Senpai, are you having trouble remembering things? Or is it because you simply didnt focus on what they said regarding it?

I put on a teasing smile which once again put her in a bind. With a nudge on my shoulder, she huffed cutely before trying to remember the details again.

Lamenting her shortcomings with shame, Otsuka-senpai groaned.

Ugh. Youre correct. I didnt quite catch what they said. My head was occupied with the thoughts of how to tell you about it back then Ill ask them later. Oh. Look, theyre over there.

She then pointed somewhere. I followed her finger and found two sets of couples forming a group. I dont know any of them but Ive surely met one of them already One of the girls is from that club who misappropriated their funds. Was it the Insect Research Club? I couldnt remember the exact name. Nonetheless, Im certain that she was one of the members there when Shizu and I visited it.

That information is pretty worthless though. As for the other three, I probably ran into them once or twice and thats it.

Alright. They havent seen me with you yet, right?

Y-yeah I also havent told them your name.

Thats good then Lets keep it as a surprise for them. By the way, senpai

What is it?

If its two weeks, thats plenty of time to give you real experience, no?

Dropping that like a bomb to her, Otsuka-senpai seemingly got blasted as she stared at me in utter confusion. Then, once the words set in her head, she exaggeratedly hugged herself before attempting to move out of my gaze.

However, her destination seemed to be behind me, and before long, I heard her almost inaudible voice trying to confirm if she heard it right.

Onoda-kun You think so?

The teasing smile on my lips widened as I moved behind her. As my hands landed on her hips, I blew air into her ear and said, Mhm... Wont that solve our problem of how to answer their questions?

But you said Little by little, her body temperature was warming up. Most noticeably, the streak of crimson once again appeared to conquer the entirety of her face.

Before she erupted, I let out a laugh before saying, Im kidding You dont have to be so nervous, senpai. You know, I can prepare a cheat sheet that you can use to answer their questions.

Realizing that I just teased her, the girl erupted, not because of embarrassment but annoyance. She turned around with her expression looking miffed as she tried to drum my chest with her slender arms.

D-dont do that again, Onoda-kun! I think my heart leaped in both fright and excitement upon hearing that. Ugh

As she issued her complaints to me, I kept holding her while chuckling at her reaction.

Fright and excitement. Senpai, are you actually looking forward to it?

O-of course I am You said youre going to satisfy my curiosity about it Although she stuttered, Otsuka-senpais answer was swift. Shes not denying it. Shes still looking forward to that day.

Mhm. And Im still going to fulfill my promise to you If ever you believe you want to satiate more of your curiosity, then come to me Last I remember, its you whos stalling for time. And for your sake, I wont suggest it casually like that. It should be important to you, no?

Dont try to justify that, idiot Onoda-kun If you say it like that, isnt it wrong for you to use it to tease me?

Ah True. Then should I apologize?

Otsuka-senpai hurriedly shook his head before staring at me in all seriousness. Deep in her eyes, I could see her indignance.

No I dont need it. But Onoda-kun, you have to take responsibility. Instead of what we agreed before, Ill have you satisfy some of my curiosity... If its impossible during this camp look for me tomorrow after it.

Ah. That reminds me, we did have an agreement I shifted that to the corner of my head

Did I just trip myself here? I shouldnt have teased her if I knew Id be folding like this