Stealing Spree

Chapter 2400: Fulfilling my duty

”Senpai, see you next week. I swear. I’ll get you to bite me next time.” Nina whispered before she climbed onto the bus.

Yeah. The girl would never give up. She’d come at me like this every time she got a chance. However, she was clearly restraining herself from sticking to me whenever we were in front of Nami and the others. Due to that, I couldn’t really see myself getting as close to her as I did with Sumire and Umi.

Of course, that’s the logical choice for her. Getting involved with someone like me on an emotional level like the other girls would just make it hard for her. It’s fine to be close if only for the sake of indulging in her fantasy.

But the real question is, is it really just that? At the moment, I can only make assumptions. And with my life already busy as it is, I can really only deal with her when she’s around.

”Shameless senpai, you’re not coming with us?” Sumire asked when it was her turn to climb up. Umi also stepped forward, her eyes bearing the same question.

”I’d love to but a certain workaholic wanted to finish reviewing and signing a mountain of documents in Student Council. I’d stay behind to help her.” I honestly replied to Sumire with a smile while nodding at Umi.

”It can’t be helped then. It’s Shizu-senpai, right?”

”Mhm. I’ll make it up to both of you next week. I’ll pamper you more.”

”I’m not asking for that shameless senpai!” Sumire retorted as she acted embarrassed, her expression said otherwise. She’s looking forward to it.

”Really? Then, I’ll just pamper Umi.” Not wasting the opportunity, I teased her by pulling the other girl closer to me, instantly earning me a wonderful reaction from the girl.

”W-wait. That’s not what I meant...” Sumire stuttered, her cheeks flushing as Umi giggled beside her.

I leaned it and whispered in a volume only she could hear, ”Sumire, you know you’re adorable when you’re acting like this? You’re making me want to kiss you again.”

”... P-pervert senpai.” Sumire’s face turned a deep shade of red as she whispered harshly, though the corners of her lips curled up slightly.

Umi, on the other hand, tugged at my sleeve, the way she looked at me was as though she was wordlessly demanding the same attention I’d been giving Sumire.

Despite being shy and soft-spoken the girl was actually bolder than some girls.

I patted her head and whispered something to her as well, making sure Sumire couldn’t hear. ”Don’t worry, I’ll give you equal treatment. I promise.”

”Uhm... k-kiss too?”

”Yes. As long as it’s fine for you. You know how I want to treasure you.”

Umi pleasantly smiled as she nodded, once again conveying her thoughts to me through her expressive eyes. At the moment, she’s saying, ’It’s fine. I also want a kiss from senpai’.

And so, as Sumire boarded the bus with a slightly annoyed expression, I gave Umi a gentle peck on the lips. Her face turned crimson as she giggled shyly, hiding behind her hands. She’s too pure. And like with Misaki, I’m corrupting her little by little.

Well, I should just do my best to take care of her.

With a final wave to the two girls, I turned to the other girls who were already inside the bus. Nami, Hina and Saki were all pouting. They saw that, after all.

I shamelessly grinned and waved my hand to them as well. Their response? Their cute tongues sticking out at me playfully.

After that, I watched until the bus disappeared from my view before turning around to face Komoe.

I chose to escort them last so I could continue with walking this girl whose house was the nearest to school.

”Let’s go?” I asked as I grabbed her hand, pulling her along.

She’s pouting at the moment, not because of what she witnessed but because she wanted to stay behind and help too. But looking at her complexion, she’s too tired to do so.

”Ruki... I can--,” she began to protest, but I cut her off with a firm look.

”You’re not in your best state to help, Komoe. You don’t have to push yourself. You know I’ll just worry more. Besides, I promised to keep you safe. What will Miura-senpai and your mother say if I brought you home dead tired?” I said, gently leading her away from the bus stop.

Komoe sighed but didn’t protest further. She knew I was right. She wasn’t like Shizu who was so used to working in that condition. And honestly, I didn’t want to see her push herself that hard.

I wish I could say the same to Shizu but knowing that girl and how she’s seriously handling her responsibility as the Student Council President, she’d just ignore me and keep going.

”Komoe, don’t feel bad. I know you’ve done enough for the council. I brought you there to be my assistant but I kind of left you behind while I continued moving from place to place. Let me shoulder the rest, alright?” I assured her as we walked down the street.

The wind picked up, blowing her hair into my face. The sight made her giggle.

”... I understand, Ruki. I’m being difficult, am I not?”

”Nope. You’re acting normally for someone who cares deeply about her work.” I replied as we continued walking. ”But remember, your health is important too. Besides, we still have the festival to worry about. There will be more work tomorrow. Get yourself a rest today.”

Komoe nodded, her shoulders slightly slumping in relief. She then silently whispered, ”Then Ruki... I think I can get enough rest if you treat me the same as the others.”

”You mean you want a kiss?”

”Un.”

”Girl... at this point, do you still have to ask? I’m already planning on doing that. Pampering you is the least that I can do.” I whispered into her ear, making her cheeks turn a darker shade of red.

With this, we soon approached her house. But before continuing straight to it, we went to the same corner where I relieved some of her fatigue by pampering her with deep kisses as much as she wanted.𝓯𝙧𝙚𝙚𝔀𝒆𝓫𝓷𝙤𝓿𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝙤𝓶

As we finished, Komoe’s hands remained wrapped around my neck as if clinging to me tightly. Her cheeks were flushed and her breath was warm on my skin as she leaned on my shoulder. Likewise, I held her tightly around her waist, supporting her weight.

After a while, I finished escorting her home. Miura-senpai stared at us while donning a meaningful smile as though she could guess what happened before we reached the house.

I didn’t make an excuse and just said goodnight to both of them before returning to the school.

With fewer students around, I traversed the hallways of the Club Building with quickened steps, wanting to hasten the time of return.

The echoes of my footsteps seemed to be the only sound as I approached the Study Council Room, the aroma of the tea I brewed earlier still wafting through the corridor.

Upon entering, Shizu was still by her table, buried in a sea of paperwork. Her eyes looked tired, but she had a determined glint in them as she worked.

She looked up at me and gave a sigh of relief.

”Finally, my knight in shining armor has arrived,” She said, her voice thick with sarcasm.

”Yes, princess. I’m here to save you from the paper dragon.” I played along as I approached her, dragging along another chair from the long table and setting it next to her. ”So, what’s the plan? How many more do we have to slay before we can go home?”

Shizu snickered, taking off her glasses to rub the bridge of her nose, ”Only fifty more to go. But I’m counting on you to keep my sanity intact, numbskull.”

She leaned back in her chair, stretching her neck with a satisfying crack.

”I see. Then, do pray tell, how can I retain your sanity, should I take down these paper dragons with you or should I support you from behind?” I teased, taking a seat beside her.

”A support that can make my fatigue go away, please. Also, bring that chair back. Sit here with me. Hug me while I deal with this.”

”Are you sure that’s all you want?”

”For now, yes. But don’t think you’re getting off that easily.” Shizu said, her tone playful yet firm. ”We have a lot more to do afterward…”

”Understood!” I saluted and brought the chair away before returning to her side.

With a pleasant smile, Shizu momentarily stood up, letting me take the seat before she sat back down on my lap. Her back rested against my chest as my arms looped to her front, holding her steady.

Yep. This was her way of combating fatigue. Drowning in the comfort of my embrace.

She chose this rather than have me help her to finish her work quicker. I guess it might give us more work if I made a mistake somewhere in the process. So, this is her way of ensuring she could finish it properly while also relaxing in her man’s arms.

Anchoring my chin on her shoulder, I decided to stay quiet and not distract her. But from time to time, Shizu would glance down at me, her eyes demanding something. Either a kiss or continuing my massage from earlier.

And I would always deliver.

Just like this, time quietly passed as the two of us sat in the dimly lit room. The only sounds that filled the air were the occasional scribble of the pen, the rustling of paper, and the soft sighs of relief from Shizu’s lips. The tea I made for them had already been emptied, the teapot forgotten on the side table as the pile of documents slowly decreased.