Five seconds is a short time.

Even before I could step forward to explain the situation to Saki. The silent guys hurried footsteps stopped right before the door we entered from.

The volume of the footsteps was at the level of silence, considering its that guy. However, being near it, I clearly heard it along with his rather rough breathing. Possibly because of his sudden burst.

If a prefect from the Disciplinary Council was around, getting a warning not to run in the hallways was the least he could get. Luckily for him, theres none. In fact, that kind of council was nonexistent. Everything was handed over to the Student Council.

But being too short-staffed, I doubt they could also have that kind of function.

Well, thats not the issue right now.

The girl I pushed inside was already out of her daze. She tilted her head slightly before looking down at the shadow spilling beneath the door.

Ruki. With a questioning gaze, Saki only called out to my name.

Even if she uttered a question, her expression says it all.

Should I answer honestly or not?

Well, thats not a question anymore. She already noticed him and surely, that guy would knock on the door shortly. Theres no reason to keep it from her.

But Im quite unsatisfied with this situation

I took in Sakis whole figure in my eyes. Although shes only standing there with her head tilted slightly, I could clearly feel my attraction towards her.

Her hair was put up into a bun again leaving her ears and the sides of her neck exposed. Every time were alone, I always nibble on them.

I know This shouldnt be the time to be like this But knowing that the guy still hasnt given up on her. Even if this isnt her fault, my possessiveness is being triggered.

Well, here goes.

Ignoring the guy behind the closed door, I stepped forward, wrapped my arm around her waist and kissed her.

Sakis eyes widened in slight surprise but soon enough, she closed it, accepting my lips wholeheartedly. I then felt her hand on my cheek, endearingly holding it close.

How should I say this? I cant help but kiss you. I said as I pulled my head slightly, separating our lips.

Its still early so I could clearly see her glistening lips as the rays of sunset shone upon her.

So, are you going to ask for my permission again?

Nope. Not gonna do that. Just saying the reason why I kissed you instead of clearing the confusion in your eyes.

She already told me to just go for it whenever I feel like it and she would accept it anytime. In her dictionary, thats a free chance being given to her by me.

Furthermore, thats probably something shes always waiting for. Rather than become the one to initiate everything, Saki liked it more when I was the one making the first move.

Ah. Thats right! Someone is

As if remembering that just now, Saki tilted her body slightly to peek at the door behind me.

To give her a better view, I moved behind her without removing my arms holding her close.

Mhm Theres someone by the door. I pushed you in because he saw us.

Eh? Isnt this bad, Ruki?

Perhaps, but its Taku Hes still into you. I admit. Thats also the reason why I kissed you first. The guy is still not over you.

He already kept what he saw last Sunday to himself. Unless it pushed him to the brink of being broken, hed also kept his mouth shut about this. Furthermore I dont plan on keeping him as a variable.

He already stalked Saki for two years. Theres no guarantee that he wouldnt resort to a desperate move.

Rather than just let him imagine what we could be doing inside this room, its better to confront him now.

However, unlike with the situation with that ex of Yua two weeks ago, Id rather not put Saki in the same situation where the last resort was to let the guy hear her moans from having sex with me.

Furthermore, I still had no idea if Tadano stood by his window and listened in during the night when I took Namis virginity and stayed with her until late into the night. Although he looked gloomy, he didnt act out of character at least.

But for this guy, even if that wouldnt be the most extreme torment for the guy whos still hoping for a chance, theres no way his imagination wouldnt mess his head after hearing Saki erotically call out my name and moan in extreme pleasure.

He kept quiet about what he saw. However, thats probably not enough for him to give up on you. He might knock any moment now, unless he gets eaten by his cowardice.

Thats right. Theres also that option for him. Just run away and give us this moment. Ill still bring Saki to their clubroom afterward anyway.

Saki lowered her head still staring at the stationary shadow underneath the door.

Perhaps finding it difficult to think of her next move, the girl turned her face towards me, her eyes pleading for an answer. Ruki What should I do?

However, seeing that expression on her just invoked my desire for her. Before answering her, I kissed her once more while tightening my arm around her.

In the corner of my mind, a part of my conscious will was already shouting at me to ignore the guy and just fulfill our desire for each other

Thats not the answer shes looking for though

Lets decide about it together. Youre my girlfriend now. Honestly, Im deliberating whether to ignore him and just spend the time I promised for you before bringing you to the clubroom but thats not going to sit well with you, right?

I think I already told you, Im a terrible friend, Ruki. I can swallow ignoring him if that means I can have this chance with you.

Ah. Thats right. For Saki, it didnt really matter if hes there or not How unlucky can that guy be?

In any case, I think my earlier words were wrong. It wont sit well with me if we just ignored him.

I I already decided not to put her in that same situation. And its not because I dont want to hurt that guy, I just dont want another guy to hear their alluring voices.

Theres the thrill, true. And if it was before, my desire would surely be filled up by thinking how frustrated that silent guy would be. However, Im trying to walk past that. I want to cure my desire for them...

Ah. This is becoming my mental struggle rather than Sakis.

Dont say that. My Saki isnt terrible.

But I am. Im sorry. I have my complex and I dont hold my friends in high regard. I can blindly betray them. Isnt that how our relationship started? I betrayed Nanami by grabbing that chance.

Hearing her words, its becoming clearer. Im pushing my ideals to her at this moment while shes just being honest.

But is that all?

Lets say youre right. You can betray them anytime. But Saki, are your years of being with them going to be thrown away this easily?

No. Saki lowered her head, complex emotions filling her face.

Mhm I wont say something about treasuring your friendship. But the Saki I observe isnt someone cold-hearted. Youre a chance-grabber, true. But the guilt I saw from you that day was all true I dropped my lips on hers once more.

After all the kisses we shared, I noticed that its easier to convey what I wanted to say if theres an additional kiss. Its enough to break her mental defenses, letting her think clearly.

Well, thats just my assumption but considering how shes always savoring each and every kiss we shared, Id positively bet on it.

To clear our path ahead Its probably time for us to deal with him. What do you think?

Us?

Mhm I wont leave this alone with you. He could be mad or anything but Ill keep my hold on you like this. And if my Saki wanted to show It to him. Ill kiss you with enough passion to make him give up.

I like that idea Saki smiled and bit her lips. Before I could take the initiative. The girl already turned around and pulled my head down.

At the same time as our lips met for the fourth time, the knock that were waiting for finally rang out.