When Friday morning arrived, we got an early visitor. And right inside our room.

Upon opening my eyes, I saw a girl that shouldnt be in our bed comfortably resting at my side. Her flowing dark blue hair neatly sprawled beneath her as she tightly clung to my body. The girl was already wearing her school uniform but she took off her thick blazer and laid down on my side with only her white blouse.

Reaching my hand on her cheeks, the girl hummed quietly as she slowly raised her gaze, Uhm Is it already morning?

This girl My eyebrows slightly twitched from her words but I decided to let it go and humor her.

Yes, it is. More importantly, when have you arrived, Mizuki?

When? Didnt we sleep together?

She cutely blinked her eyes, something she seldom did and acted obliviously.

If shes going to play like this then

I see. Did you sleep in your uniform?

Uhm. Yes, I forgot to change into my sleepwear.

She cutely stuck her tongue out and acted like those cliched klutz anime girls. Shes just missing the Teehee, pero~ sound effect.

Did the fever from yesterday get into her head? Well, knowing this girl, shes surely here as a way to compensate for yesterday Looking at my other side, Akane already got up and most likely accompanied Miwa-nee and Suzuki downstairs.

Thats bad, Mizuki. Let me remove it from you.

Oh? I like this turn of events, Ruki The girl playfully smiled as she watched me climb on top of her. With her arms opened wide, shes expecting us to get naughty.

But instead of doing what I said, I pinched her cheeks and stretched them wide Weird, I thought someone wore my Mizukis face and invaded my room. Am I wrong?

Upon hearing that, Mizukis eyes narrowed as she stared at me in disappointment. Who will dare to wear my face? Well, enough playing. I want my good morning kiss, Ruki.

Oh? My Mizuki isnt this demanding, are you really my Mizuki?

Ugh I am. And Im not demanding. Im just asking for my rights as your woman.

I see. Is that so? My lips curled up to a smirk.

Seeing that and noticing how I am deliberately teasing her, Mizuki appeared abandoned. Her round eyes glittered as tears began to form from its corners. Its not everyday I get to see her like this, being the most headstrong girl among them.

Ruki I know you love teasing me but

With a pleading expression, Mizuki grabbed my shoulder and slid her arms to my back. This was her way to appeal to me but at the same time, it was only her way of giving up.

You started it, didn't you?

Uhh. That I did. However, I only thought of surprising you Are you not happy?

Well, I better stop teasing her. Im also losing at my own game I dont want to see them being sad because of my actions.

I relaxed my lips and turned them into a normal smile instead. And after giving her the good morning kiss that shes asking for, I replied, Will I smile like this if Im not?

No You wont. Youre that honest.

Mhm My Mizuki knows me alright. And another kiss. This time, I prolonged it enough for us to roll on the bed a few times before settling down with the girl on top of me.

Anyway. Are you sure youre fine now? Your fever didnt return?

No You can touch me She shook her head.

Well, were this close now. You feel hotter than average.

And you know the reason why

Naughty girl.

You left me alone in our bed yesterday, I need some compensation today.

There she goes being demanding again. But I guess Ill give it to her. She got me worried yesterday so this is a good chance to scold her a bit for pushing herself like that.

Yes, yes Let me first check the time.

Its still early. I made sure to come here before six.

Mizuki grabbed my hand and prevented me from grabbing my phone. And trusting her words, I simply smiled and wrapped my arms around her once more.

And without wasting any second, I pushed the girl down on the bed, scolding and compensating her at the same time

Mizuki, did husband treat you well? Akane asked.

Weve finished preparing for the day and to extend our time, just like how Hitomi was picking us up two weeks ago, Mizuki offered us a ride to school.

Well, its weird that Akane was asking that after fully knowing what we did inside our bedroom.

Yes. Thank you for giving me the chance, Akane. I appreciate it.

What are you talking about? Between us, theres no need for words of gratitude.

Being sandwiched between the two while theyre talking like this, I couldnt be more uncomfortable.

I understand Akane rejecting the gratitude but I also understand why Mizuki felt the need to do so. In a way, theyre of similar minds in this They see themselves as equal so to not get ahead of one another, they fall into this kind of awkward conversation.

You two Youre just going back and forth Should I seal your lips instead? I interjected after hearing the same words from the two for a good three minutes.

Even Suzuki, who was at the wheel, couldn't help but slightly shake her head. For her to have a reaction despite her almost indifferent attitude, went to show how absurd the two girls became.

But as soon as they heard my suggestion, their eyes lit up before staring at one another.

Thats the most radical solution, dont you think so, Akane?

I agree. Any moment now, husband.

Really, you agreed that quickly. I also shook my head as I enacted my suggestion.

First with Akane followed by Mizuki. Then soon after that, I alternated between them, taking another few minutes for us before the two became satisfied with it.

Once theyre done, like a twin thinking of the same thing, they raise my arms before squeezing themselves to my side, leaning their heads on my chest.

Right. Before I forget, Ruki I heard you got quite a position in your school. Are you going to be fine? Our lessons have been stagnant and now you have taken up a new responsibility.

Itll be fine, I guess? The office will only start to function next week. So I have a lot of time to prepare As for our lessons, arent you the one who stalled it?

Uhm Im trying to find an opportunity to bring you with me. But I guess well have to start even without a practical problem in front of us I do believe in your ability but I just realized that we should be careful.

This girl So thats what she planned before? If I messed that up, its her reputation that would be soiled.

Good thing she retracted that plan.

You girls always remind me not to be reckless but you I sighed lightly which made Mizuki panic a little.

I I just thought Ugh I dont want to make excuses. Scold me if you want.

Not gonna happen. Why will I scold you when you already corrected yourself? Are you a masochist?

N-no! A quick yet stuttering denial. This girl is really too lovely to tease.

Its Its so I wont make the same mistake again. Mizuki continued.

I see. Then can I ask you to consult me if youre uncertain?

Yes, I will Although her enthusiasm went down a little, Mizuki was still looking optimistic.

Husband can be harsh sometimes, huh? But am I allowed to hear this, Mizuki? And perhaps she felt like she was intruding, Akane broke her silence.

Its fine. Its not like youre going to become a business magnate after hearing our conversation or lesson. And were riding the same boat. If you can also pick up something from this then all the better.

Oh Ill diligently listen, Mizuki-sensei.

Not you too, Akane. Mizuki facepalmed and asked me to pamper her a little.

On the other hand, Akane gleefully laughed before offering comforting words to Mizuki.

And with this our ride to their school somehow became a little eventful. Or rather, stressful

Understand, Ruki? Even with your glib tongue, you need to play with your words. Dont just give them the honest estimate right at the start. For example, a unit that can be sold for a million. You have to start at least double the price while listing benefits that will entice them to think like theyre winning instead of losing.

Complete with a portfolio and a strict-looking pair of glasses, Mizuki started lecturing us. Once in a while, I could hear Suzuki stifling a laugh at the wheel.

I guess even for her, this situation was amusing.