Stealing Spree

Chapter 2645: Just in case

As I walked down to the ground floor of the Administration Building, I pulled out my phone to check for updates.

Yumei hadn’t replied yet, probably caught up with her exams or plotting whatever kind of request she had in mind. I sent a quick message to Sumire and Umi, asking them to keep an eye out for her when they arrived later.

Nina and Mami should know her. After all, they’re part of Nami’s circle. It wouldn’t be difficult for them to approach her and bring her with them. The problem will be how to hide it from Tadano.

Well, I’ll worry about it later.

For now, I just gotta finish what I am here for.

I made my way to their private rooms, starting with Shio and then Eguchi-sensei last. Since it’s going to be the other classes’ swimming class today. I stayed with her until the bell rang.

Of course, Orimura-sensei also tried to keep me but she eventually just followed me to Eguchi-sensei. She’s still going to help her, after all.

As for Shio... Well, I showed up with the obvious bulge in my pants. We immediately got into the mood and made love right there.

During our few minutes of just cuddling on her couch, I told her about the plan for Yue’s appearance during the festival. Although I already told her about it before, this one confirmed it. So her reaction was... glaring at me first as though she was about to scold me for adding more workload on my head before assuring me that she’s going to be more hands-on in helping our class’s booth. That way, I can focus more on the Literature Club and Student Council.

I’ll tell you what. She’s an angel. A very lovely angel. It makes me want to spoil her more. I started planning to stay the night in her, or rather, our apartment.

It’s been a while, after all. This weekend, maybe? After Satsuki and the Basketball Club’s practice match. Mhm. It’ll also be in time for when she’s going back to her previous house to clean up and move her things from her hobby room.

Her criminal ex-husband was still on the run but his life was already over. He’s going to court and will be sentenced if he’s ever been caught. Just like that dude who hired thugs to kidnap Yayoi-san so that he could act as a hero in saving her.

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Before returning to our classroom, I made it a task to check on the clubroom first. Just in case someone stayed behind. And sure enough, I found Yuika and Minori-senpai there.

Well, Haruko hinted at it through a message.

“Senpai, the bell has already rung, no?” I put on a smile as I entered the clubroom.

Yuika-senpai had a small smile on her lips as she stared at me with affection. Meanwhile, Minori-senpai had her arms crossed behind her, watching me approach the girl. She’s not intimidating. Not at all. But knowing her, she’s here as the girl’s moral support.

“Uhm... I know. I just thought I had to inform you again, Ruki-kun.” Yuika-senpai started as she fiddled with her fingers.

“Oh. Is it about the next special swimming class?”

The orange-haired girl nodded. And then blushed. After all, she probably remembered what happened between us during that time. There were only two of us in the pool and... things went more than I expected. We made love in the pool and continued to do it inside the shower room. If not for her getting exhausted that time, we might’ve stayed there until the night fell.

“Un... Minori... She’s coming with us.”

At that, I couldn’t help but raise an intrigued eyebrow, looking at the green-haired girl behind her. She’s half a head taller than Yuika-senpai so I instantly caught her gaze as it narrowed. Then, her lips slowly curved up.

“What? Are you worried I’ll get in your way?”

I swiftly answered, “Of course not. I mean, I also promised to help you, senpai. And I don’t think you’ll get in our way even if Yuika-senpai and I get a little frisky in the pool.”

“Bah... You’re really shameless.”

Minori-senpai rolled her eyes while Yuika-senpai giggled. The girl then walked over to me, her arms wrapping around my waist, “You don’t have to tease her, Ruki-kun... She’s also looking forward to it.”

“Hey, Yuika! What are you saying?!”

I tilted my head and smirked, “I see. I look forward to it, senpai.”

“Onoda-kun!”

Ignoring her, Yuika-senpai and I turned around and started walking to the door.

I couldn’t help but laugh as Minori-senpai’s flustered protests echoed behind us, her footsteps quickening to catch up.

“Oi, don’t just walk off like that, you two!” Minori-senpai huffed, her cheeks tinged with a mix of embarrassment and indignation as she caught up, falling into step beside us. Her green hair bounced slightly with each hurried step, which made her look a little more attractive.

“Relax, senpai,” I said, flashing her a teasing grin. “We’re just heading to class. You’re welcome to join us, you know. Unless you’re scared of getting caught in my... irresistible charm.”

Yuika-senpai’s sweet giggles continued, “Ruki-kun, you’re such a tease. You know, she might actually try to dunk you in the pool next time.”

Minori-senpai’s eyes narrowed, “Tch, don’t tempt me, Onoda-kun. I’m not as easy to sway as Yuika here.”

“Easy? Says the one who’s been asking me all week about what it’s like to... you know, hang out with Ruki-kun.” Yuika-senpai shot her a playful glare, loosening her hold on me just enough to poke Minori-senpai’s arm.

Now this is new. She’s always the shy girl within their group. Although she hated me at first, I’ve never taken her to be a playful girl like this. It’s quite refreshing.

“Yuika!” Minori-senpai’s voice hit a higher pitch with her face now a full-on scarlet.

And that’s also new. The stoic girl being flustered? What a sight. Well, when I got to kiss her back then, she also turned crimson like this.

“Alright, alright, Let’s stop teasing. Minori-senpai. Are you gonna come? I’ll escort you both to your classrooms. We’ll still make it before you two get tagged as late. And I won’t take a no for an answer. I promised.”

As I said that, I turned to my other side and grabbed Minori-senpai’s hand for a quick squeeze. Meanwhile, Yuika-senpai switched from hugging my waist to clutching my arm close to her chest. I could feel the softness of her body pressed against me, her warmth seeping through the fabric of her uniform as we walked.

Minori-senpai’s hand let my hold linger for a moment longer than necessary before pulling it back. Her blush was still evident but her expression softened into something less defensive and indignant. It’s almost as if she’s feeling shy about getting into my rhythm again.

“Tch, fine. I’m not falling for your tricks, Onoda-kun. I’m just... making sure Yuika doesn’t get too carried away.”

Yuika-senpai giggled again, her voice light and teasing. “Sure, Minori. Keep telling yourself that. Ruki-kun’s charm is like a whirlpool. You’ll get sucked in eventually.”

I shot Yuika-senpai with a playful smirk. Now she can also quip like this, huh? Did I corrupt her too much?

“Don’t worry, senpai. I’ll keep my whirlpool on low power for you. Wouldn’t want you drowning before the next swimming class.”

Minori-senpai rolled her eyes. “You’re insufferable. Both of you. I never thought I would see the day Yuika got corrupted. Is this also going to happen to me if I keep associating with you?”

“Maybe?” I answered like that, which earned me a pinch from her and another giggle from Yuika-senpai.

Then, before we stepped out of the Club Building, she asked me for a kiss, which I happily gave. Minori-senpai pretended not to care but I saw her glancing at us. I guess it’s still too early for her to do the same. She’s only going to ask for it when we’re alone.

With this, the three of us made our way through the bustling hallways, students rushing to their classrooms as the post-lunch period loomed.

Yuika-senpai stayed glued to my arm, drawing glances to us while Minori-senpai kept pace, her earlier embarrassment fading into a reluctant ease.

By the time I returned to our classroom, I was already marked late. Well, it was worth it.