Stealing Spree

Chapter 2312: What about me?



Miura-senpai's response was a shrug before saying, "It's fine. We finished our activity for today. Isn't that why Maaya-chan can come here early? By the way, are you worried about me, Onoda-kun?"

This girl, she's really trying so hard to close our distance. But I'm not complaining. I'm enjoying the little interactions we're having here and there. And like I said before, she's so sensible, she won't step out of line unless I initiate something first.

"Yeah. I'm worried about you, senpai. You know, you're one of the seniors I look up to." I playfully answered, giving her a wink.

Maaya elbowed me on the stomach, "Ruki, stop flirting with another girl when you're holding me!"

Though she said that, the girl still laughed at my remark, her elbow not carrying much force. Sagara-senpai was the one who had to cover her mouth, trying to stifle her laughter. She had a stoic personality, so seeing her react this way was surprisingly charming. She's probably the type to keep on a cool facade but secretly enjoying the chaos.

Anyway, the four of us continued to banter like this. They continued with the game but even when Maaya asked me to join them, I reasoned out that I like it better to watch while holding her.

Maaya's protests got weaker as the minutes ticked by. However, the other two kept glancing at us, either uncomfortable at our open flirting or just amused at how different Maaya acted around me.

Obviously, I tried to balance the atmosphere, keeping it light and casual.

I know. Shizu and the others in the Student Council should be waiting for my return but I promised Misaki so... until we finished our rehearsal, I'd stay for a while. Too bad though. If Maaya and I are alone, I doubt we'll be able to hold ourselves back from being more intimate than just this.

But for now, I'm content with holding her, feeling her warmth, and listening to the giggles of the two seniors as they interacted with us. It's a weird mix but somehow it's still relaxing. The fatigue I accumulated from weeding outside was washed away by their company.

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After playing for a few rounds, Miura-senpai and Sagara-senpai finally decided to leave. "Okay, Maaya-chan, Onoda-kun. We won't disturb you anymore. Thanks for accommodating us. Next time we'll bring our games hehe."

"Thanks for the tea, flirty junior. My eyes have been opened." Sagara-senpai said without showing so much as a small smile before following Miura-senpai, leaving us alone again.

Maaya looked up at me, her cheeks still tinted a light shade of pink. "I can't believe you called her 'flirty senpai'."

"When did I say that?"

"Earlier! Isn't that why she's calling you flirty junior now?!" Maaya poked my side while pouting.

Well, I did say something like that earlier. When I served them a drink earlier, that girl also tried teasing Maaya by copying what Miura-senpai did, pulling me down and slotting herself into my embrace.

"Alright. I'm guilty, your honor. Do as you see fit." I raised my arms in surrender.

"Come here then... I have a lot of complaints and you're going to satisfy that," Maaya glared at me as she pulled me by my collar, bringing me upstairs with her.

"Complaints?" I feigned ignorance, following her lead, my hands sliding down to her waist. Although that made her flinch, she didn't resist it.

Once we reached the upper floor, she turned to face me, her eyes half-lidded with her desire barely hidden. "Don't play dumb, Onoda-kun. You know exactly what I mean. You dare flirt with someone not part of our complex relationship. I'm complaining on behalf of the other girls and Nee-sama."

Or so she said that but clearly, she didn't really mind that. She just needed something to use to mask her growing desires. And I knew just how to play along.

"I see. So, is that the excuse you want to use?" I leaned down, whispering in her ear as I nibbled on her earlobe. "To get more intimate with me?"

Maaya's cheeks instantly turned crimson as she pushed me away albeit weakly.

"T-that's not what I meant!" She stuttered as she tried to maintain her composure. But the more I nibble her earlobe, the more reaction I get out of her.

"Well, if it isn't, then I apologize. But if it is..." I trailed my voice there as I lifted her chin, her lips voluntarily parting for me. Our kiss was tender, a silent apology and promise rolled into

one.

The warmth of her breath danced with mine. I could smell the fragrance of the tea I made for them downstairs, a sweet floral scent that lingered on her lips as our kiss grew deeper. Maaya's hands found their way around my neck, her slender fingers slipping through my hair as she pulled me closer.

As we savored the taste of each other's lips and tongues, her affection and desire were fully conveyed to me. It was as if she was apologizing for her earlier jealousy, and I was reassuring her that she had nothing to worry about.

Can she be more adorable?

"Haa... You're bad for our heart, shameless guy. How come it's always comforting when you kiss me like that?" Maaya mumbled against my lips, her voice laced with both annoyance and

affection.

"Isn't it because you know I'm the only one who can tame your fiery spirit, Maaya?" I

chuckled, pecking her on the forehead before pulling back slightly.

"What fiery spirit?! Ugh. I should complain about you to Nee-sama."

"Do you do that every time you're alone?"

"Yeah! And she... she always laughs at me while defending you. Ugh... It's frustrating." Maaya pretended to be upset, but it was pretty clear that she was also enjoying that moment with

Himeko.

At this point, the effect of their father separating them from each other had already disappeared. Even if she's still poised to be the heir to their business, she will probably not take that position if Himeko won't be by her side. Their closeness has been restored and I... I became the link tying them together.

"Next time, bring your complaints directly to me, Maaya. Just like this time," I teased as I caressed her cheeks.

Maaya rolled her eyes but the corner of her mouth curled upwards, hinting at a smile. "You had your date with Nee-san, and then with Misaki yesterday. What about me?"

"Well, you were with us when Himeko and I went on a date. Doesn't that count?" I smirked, enjoying the way Maaya's eyes narrowed in mock anger.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

"No... We're not... that close yet."

"You said that but you held my hand pretty tightly back then," I pointed out, teasing her

further.

With her cheeks adorably puffing, the girl turned around in a huff, crossing her arms over her

chest.

I smilingly shook my head before embracing her from behind, my chin resting on her shoulder, "Alright, should I visit your hotel this weekend? I want to see how you work. If you want, I can help you out too. Just give me a uniform so I can be like a butler following you two

around."

"T-that's not the kind of date I'm thinking about!" Maaya protested, squirming in my

embrace. Her cheeks were on fire, but she didn't pull away. "But... if you really want to... I guess it could be interesting. Just don't get in our way! But you're also not allowed to leave

our sight!"

That requirement wasn't so bad. I could be with both of them all the time? Deal.

"Absolutely. I'll be the best boyfriend-assistant you've ever had," I said with a grin, earning a playful swat from Maaya's hand.

A second later, she turned her head to my side and our lips met again in a sweet, lingering

kiss.

This girl... she's so straightforward when it comes to her feelings despite her attempt to hide it by being tsundere most of the time.