When morning came, I was met with Miwa-nees confused eyes, wondering why I was sleeping next to her.

Well, shes already asleep by the time I returned to her room. Thats because instead of just leaving Akane after showering her with my affection like the girl asked, I remained by her side and waited until she fell asleep.

Even if Akane told me that its already fine for me to leave, I just smiled at her, held her in my arms, covered our naked bodies with the thick blanket and endearingly coddled her until she drifted off to sleep.

Doing that was the only way I could think of how to repay her for what she decided to let go of tonight...

Being the recipient of what might be considered as the greatest privilege for them, Akane had gradually adjusted it. She, one by one, gave away and let go of those privileges that at first were solely directed for her.

Since I couldnt just reject what shes doing, it seemed as if I selfishly dropped the responsibility to decide for it on her shoulder.

I was dumbly unaware that there were a lot of things that I did unfairly. And in the end, the girls are the ones adjusting it to make it fair for the others.

In any case, I still stopped myself from rebuking myself. I was now made aware of it. Doing so would just make these girls worry again. The best thing I could do was to prevent the same mistakes in the future.

Good morning, Miwa-nee. I put on what I deemed as my brightest smile as I greeted her despite that confusion.

Shes definitely wondering why I was next to her when she fell asleep without me by her side.

This wasnt the first time but considering the first instance was planned, she probably couldnt believe that she missed an opportunity.

When I returned here last night, youre already asleep so I made myself comfortable hugging you from behind. I dont know when but you probably turned your body around to hug me as well. So now were like this.

I detailed what entailed and pointed out the obvious. And that resulted in her eyes narrowing as she reached my cheeks, pinching it with slight annoyance.

Why didnt you wake me up? I was looking forward to your thank you

Ah. More than the talk with my parents, she focused more on what she told me in the kitchen Or rather, she purposely didnt raise that topic to not start our day with a gloomy mood.

I planned to double it right now. I grinned and gently climbed on top of her. Minoru was next to us. I made sure not to minimize my movements to not wake the boy up.

On the other hand, Miwa-nee still had her eyes narrowed as she watched me with an incredulous expression.

Shes definitely not amused.

Nonetheless, I lowered down to her neck and pressed my lips on one of her sensitive spots. Even if she tried not to react, its called sensitive for a reason. Miwa-nee lightly exhaled and grabbed a clump of my hair before raising my head for our eyes to meet.

Following that, Miwa-nee pulled me up and took my lips. Save that for later, you dumbo. Ill take a good morning kiss for now.

After declaring that, she then pushed my body down to her side before standing up.

Although her nightwear wasnt some sexy negligee, what shes wearing was still considered sexy. Just looking at her from where I was, I bet anyone would drool at that slightly undersized shirt that emphasized her voluptuous front as well as gave a peek at her slender waist and alluring belly button. Below it, her cotton pajamas stuck closely to her skin, making it appear as if its a tight leggings.

Upon noticing that I was stuck staring at her, Miwa-nee dragged me out of the bed and told me to wake up Akane.

Well, its my fault for not waking her up last night so no choice but to truly save it for later. Besides, I managed to uplift her mood. Although she probably wanted to appear upset, her lips that were curved into a smile and her cheeks thats slightly red from her blush betrayed her.

Although she asked for my opinion last night, Miwa-nee put it at the back of her mind for now. I still have school so shes prioritizing me over her own issue.

As soon as I understood that, it instantly warmed my heart. My girls are always considerate of me. That just proved how lucky I am to have them

While Miwa-nee went down to prepare our breakfast, I brought Akane, who woke up like a princess as soon as I kissed her, to the mini-gym as we did our morning routine.

Despite my parents being back from overseas, our morning remained the same. In any case, theyre going to be here for a few weeks, perhaps something would change, perhaps everything would remain the same who knows what the future holds for us?

By the time we left the house for school, Hitomi was once again waiting to drive us both. And after dropping Akane, its already a habit to meet up with at least one of them.

For today, its Ririka. We spent some time somewhere we wouldnt draw attention. Naturally, we couldnt do the same thing we did during the first time we met outside. More than the risk, I was thinking that I wanted to bring her somewhere we could lie down together. That way, I could spoil her more. The girl understood where Im coming from and as it turns out, shes thinking the same thing.

Back then, we just couldnt help it since we had just reunited. Although I couldnt promise her an exact date, I told her my desire to talk her out on a date. It could be an after-school date or even a weekend.

Before we separated, she gave me another clothing piece she made that she thought I could use for disguising purposes.

Its nothing spectacular but considering she handmade it, I definitely appreciate her efforts. I thanked her by stretching the time further just to at least make up for the days I couldnt be with her.

By the time I returned to Hitomis car, I looked at the time and concluded that its already impossible for us to get another alone time or I would be late for school. She already noticed it but none of us pointed it out.

Instead, I tried to be content just staring at the cool but silent woman driving for me. As I couldnt read her mind, I just hoped that shes feeling the same.

Ruki-sama. Are you perhaps looking forward to being with me?

Ten minutes into the road to school, Hitomi surprised me as she asked that question, breaking the silence inside the car.

Looking forward might be an understatement. I wanted to be with all of them, not just with her, all the time Thats how greedy I am. But of course, thats impossible at the moment.

If I have to be honest. I always look forward to being with all of you. Im that greedy.

I see. I can agree that Ruki-sama is greedy.

Arent you put off by it? You held onto your interest in me despite knowing my past and my present status.

Its only an interest. Ruki-sama, I dont think I can say that I love you as much as Ojou-sama loves you.

Thats right. Her interest doesnt equate to loving me. I know that but still, my interest in her is just the same as what I felt for the other girls. Its the feeling of wanting her for myself.

Well, we can only have this bit of time for ourselves so I dont expect that the interest she has in me will evolve quickly. It might even remain as an interest even if we reach the point of being in an intimate physical relationship.

I like your bluntness, Hitomi. I forced an awkward laugh before continuing. I guess I have to do my best for you to love me as much as Otoha loves me.

If thats the case, Im looking forward to that best of yours, Ruki-sama. Although it was quick, I saw Hitomi flashing an excited expression.

Our conversation ended there but the slightly positive atmosphere remained until we reached the vicinity of our school.