World Record - Chapter 45. Orange

45. Orange

After that, Ikemae raised 5 points in a fainted state while being was transported to the hospital. And then, the closing ceremony was held.
The Miss Academy, Ayame, rose to the stage in her uniform, and among the audience that gathered below the stage, therere three figures which are Iwato and two girls who look frustrated.

[Muu, Ayamewas certainly cute. Butsomehow unfair]
[Thats right! Though she didnt do anything unfair! If I have to say one, its the wedding dress]
[Yeah]The intolerant two exchanged words.
They should just accept defeat honestly.
Although Iwato thought of saying that, they lost after being ranked. If they dont say some excuses, they probably cant get on with it. Especially, Karen who was utterly defeated.
Iwato thinks of such thing, and

Well then, Miss Academy Sumikawa-san. The prize is the right of spending the school festival with one person from now on. Who will you pick?

[Bufuu!?]

was caught off guard.
I didnt hear about thatNo, Im sure they didnt tell me on purpose.
And, its perfectly obvious who Ayame will pick.
Ayame looked downwards at Iwato from the stage, and said this with a smile.

Of course, with Iwato-sama!

Just like that, Iwato have to be together with Ayame until just before the fireworks display.

[Aahreally the worst. Why my first confession have to be that playboy]Ayame said that and dropped her shoulders. Iwato who saw that, showed a wry smile.

[Well, its not a big deal]
[It is! Iwato-sama, really dont have any delicacy]What?
Iwato thought that he was trying to cheer her up, but he was shocked by Ayames reply speed.
He said it before that hes a shoujo manga readeran in addition to that, hes a man who read a large number of school rom-coms.
In fact, he only manage to absorb 1 out of 10 mangas that he read, but still, he feels that hes a Maidens heart master.
Thats why, he showed such response when he was denied with an immediate reply in this school festival.
And, at the end

[Eh? Dont tell me, Iwato-sama, you think that you understand a maidens heart?]
[Guhaa!?]Iwato was struck by an impact on his head upon hearing those merciless words, and he fell to his knees.
And, Ayame who saw that, was convinced.

(That Iwato-sama on his knees!? That means he seriously thought that he understand a maidens heart!)

It was really a small mercy for Iwato as he didnt see Ayames expression at that time.
Just like that, while conversing, attention starts to gather at them gradually.
Thats a natural thing because the Miss Academy is conversing with her partner like this. Iwato and Ayame noticed it, and they looked at each other.
However, their expression were exactly the opposite.
Iwato had a troubled looking expression.
Ayame had a smile as if shes planning on something.
Ayame then approached to Iwato, and whispered this.

[Lets go to a place where we can be together]In those words, theres an alluring sound.

[Uwaa! Its bigger than I thought!]Ayame shouted so, and she started running.
They are currently at the rooftop which is usually off-limitsthough its still off-limits now, its meaningless when coming up against Iwatos jump power and Ayames superpower.
Iwato scratched his head, and turned his eyes towards Ayame.
And, in the next momentIwato opened his eyes wide.

[T-This isa-amazing]The sun setting, and the town shining in orange.
The sight is the most beautiful sight Iwato has ever seen up until now. Iwato was overwhelm by the sight in front of him.

[Amazing Even though the Unknowns are dominating the earth, somehow, only this scene has not changed since the old days]When Iwato realized it, Ayame was already standing next to him, and Iwato consented to those words.
A beautiful and wonderful sight.
However, this sight is surely just one of many more sights around the world. Theres surely a more wonderful scene than this, outside the wall where the Unknowns dominate.

[Thisis my first time seeing it]Iwato said something proper after a few seconds.
However, Ayame inclined her head to the side upon hearing those words, and she looked at Iwato.

[Eh? I-Its certainly beautiful, but first time seeing it is]Iwato turned his eyes towards Ayame by those words.
Ayame sawthat theres sadness in his eyes.
Iwato looked away from her, and turned his eyes towards the sunset again.

[Wellmy past self didnt have time to watch such scene. I might have seen it before, but at least, Idont remember it]Iwato at that timesince the past, his absurd physical ability and absurd brains didnt change.
Thats why, if its something that Iwato would forget, it can only be something that dont have any value in it to be stored in his memory.
Therefore, Iwato emphasized the dont part, and smiled.

[Well, not even one year has pa.s.sed since enrollment, and I can see this scene already. Its certainly beautiful, but if I were to be excited on such thing, no matter how many lives I have, it wont be enough]Iwato said that, and closes his eyesas if inputting this sight into his mind.
Silence occupied the two for a while.
And, a few seconds later.

[UmIwato-sama]At the same time as the voice, a cold hand holds Iwatos right hand.
Holding his hand very gently. Iwato was a little bewildered by Ayames unusual state, and he opens his eyes and looks at her.

[I-If you dont mind, will you go and see various scenes with me? After graduating from high schoolif Iwato-sama wants to go to the university, then after graduating from university. Lets go an see many scenes like this!]Ayame shouted so while blushing.
Even though she usually shows her affection, she blushes only in times like this. Iwato smiled upon seeing her, and held her hand tightly.
Ayames face dyed redder by that, but Iwato looks at her, and then turns his eyes towards the sunset.
And

[It sure is orange]He muttered those words.

[Well then, should we go back down?]The sun has set considerably, and Iwato said so while looking down from the rooftop.
At the sports ground, the preparation of the campfire has already started, and when he looked at another place, several students walked towards the school gate.
Iwato promised to go to the fireworks display with Karen.
Thats why, Iwato have to go back and prepare.
Thats right, with Karen.

[Iwato-sama, what do you think of Karen?]Suddenly, Ayame asked such thing.
When Iwato looks at her, theres the figure of Ayame looking downwards to conceal her blushing face. And then, Iwato replied this after thinking a little.

[Hmm, well, I think shes cute. Although shes stupid, it just makes me want to take care of her]A safe answer.
He didnt lieabove all, its not the answer she wanted.
Neither like nor hate.
Ayame clenched her teeth upon hearing such good-for-nothing answer, and shereleased Iwatos hand.

[Is it hard to understand? If so, then Ill say it clearly. Karen and I, who do you like?]She raised her head and said so.
Iwato cast down his eyes upon seeing her in teary eyes, and he shook his head.
Ayame guessed everything upon seeing Iwatos state.
For him, the current relationship is enjoyable. And, he doesnt want to destroy this environment that she desired. Thats why, he acted as a good-for-nothing.
Certainly, its fun being in that house. Bright and warm atmosphere in it.
Ayame also like it.

But, above all, she love Iwato.

[Iwato-sama, I love you! Wont you date me with marriage in mind?]Such words came out from Ayames mouth, and when she realized what she said, she quickly closed her mouth with her hands.
AyameIwato knew.
That if he gives her an answer, the current relationship will crumble for sure, and also, he has no way to avoid it.

Heexhales.
He repeated a few deep breathes, and he turns his eyes towards Ayame and looks back at her red eyes.

And, Iwato opened his mouth.

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