Capítulo 277: [277] Hidden Intentions
Chapter 277: Hidden Intentions
They've made up their minds to make Hikigaya-kun their son-in-law.
At this moment, Mr. and Mrs. Hiratsuka had firmly decided.
In their original plan, as long as their daughter brought back a so-called boyfriend who satisfied them, whether it was true or not, they would proceed with the marriage. However, they didn't expect Shizuka to bring back a genuine boyfriend, and such an outstanding one at that.
Since Hachiman was so exceptional, they had no intention of giving up.
"Hachiman, in the future, you'll have to take care of Shizuka a lot," Mrs. Hiratsuka said with a friendly smile.
"This girl has been spoiled by us since she was a child, so her temper is a bit bad, and she also likes to hit people."
"But don't worry, if Shizuka dares to lay a hand on you in the future, just tell Auntie, and I'll help you give her a good lesson."
Seeing Shizuka's mother's demeanor, Hachiman raised an eyebrow.
It seems he has been preliminarily accepted; otherwise, Mrs. Hiratsuka wouldn't have such an attitude.
Hachiman felt pleased with himself, giving Shizuka a somewhat triumphant look.
Listen carefully, if you dare to hit me in the future, I'll have Auntie deal with you.
Seeing Hachiman's smug expression, Shizuka was furious and complained to her mother.
"Mom, am I really your daughter? How can you say such things about your own biological daughter?"
Unexpectedly, Shizuka dared to retort, which angered Mrs. Hiratsuka even more.
"What are you saying, Shizuka? Look at yourself now – smoking, drinking, and even enjoying hitting people. What kind of girl acts like this?"
"After finally finding a man like Hachiman who likes you so much, you should cherish him. If you scare Hachiman away, I won't spare you."
Watching as if Shizuka's mom had already accepted Hachiman, Shizuka felt a bit uneasy. After all, she and Hachiman were just pretending to be a couple. But she certainly wouldn't dare to say that, or she'd be met with a tag team match from her own parents.
"But... but, Mom, there's a significant age difference between us," Shizuka thought she could salvage the situation.
"What's the problem with a little age difference? You know, as long as there's love, age is not an issue. Besides, Hachiman doesn't mind you being older, right, Hachiman?" Towards the end, Mrs. Hiratsuka smiled and asked Hachiman.
Hachiman nodded in agreement, "That's right, even if Shizu is a few years older, I still like her."
"Did you hear that, Shizuka? Hachiman doesn't mind at all. You should cherish him, you know," Mrs. Hiratsuka reiterated.
"And Shizuka, you should start learning how to take care of yourself. After all, you're almost thirty, and your body is definitely not as robust as before."
Again, Hachiman nodded in agreement, "That's right, Shizu indeed needs to take care, considering the stress she faces as a teacher."
"I think Auntie, you take care very well. You look like you're in your thirties now."
Every woman loves compliments, and with Hachiman's praise, Mrs. Hiratsuka covered her mouth and chuckled.
"Oh, you flatter me, Hachiman. I'm over fifty, so don't worry, I'll personally teach Shizuka about skincare."
Watching these two harmonizing so well, Shizuka was dumbfounded.
Unexpectedly, Hachiman, the scoundrel, was trying to win over Shizuka's mother.
Feeling desperate, Shizuka had no choice but to seek help from her father.
"Dad, say something to Mom. I'm your biological daughter; how can you side with an outsider like this?"
Unfortunately, Mr. Hiratsuka did not respond as she hoped.
"Your mom is right."
Upon hearing this, Shizuka almost wanted to spit blood.
She had made a mistake relying on her dad for help. Despite Mr. Hiratsuka appearing strict on the outside, at home, he was under the thumb of his wife.
Seeing his wife's expression, Mr. Hiratsuka directly sided with Hachiman.
"Hachiman, I'm counting on you to take care of Shizuka in the future."
Although that's what he said, Mr. Hiratsuka's gaze was somewhat elusive.
Because he had a feeling that he had heard the name Hikigaya Hachiman somewhere before and was suspicious about his age.
"Don't worry, Uncle, I'll make sure Shizu is happy in the future." Hachiman nodded and turned to Shizuka with a smug smile.
Little did Shizuka expect her parents to sell her out like this. Seeing Hachiman's triumphant smile, she almost bit her teeth into pieces. She turned her head, ignoring them, and sulked on her own.
However, Mr. and Mrs. Hiratsuka completely disregarded her and continued to engage with Hachiman, showing genuine interest.
If you feel wronged, just tell them; they'll take care of Shizuka...
And if there's anything you think Shizuka should change, just say it directly. If she doesn't want to change, tell them...
In any case, the goal is clear: make Hachiman their son-in-law.
Despite the cheerful conversation between Mr. and Mrs. Hiratsuka and Hachiman, they also have their own plans.
Their current favorable attitude towards Hachiman is ultimately based on their understanding of their daughter.
Given Shizuka's personality, pulling Hachiman in as a so-called boyfriend indicates a prior acquaintance, not just a random person.
Mrs. Hiratsuka noticed a hint of excitement in Shizuka when Hachiman expressed his liking.
Knowing her daughter well, Mrs. Hiratsuka understood that Shizuka harbored some feelings for Hachiman, though it was unclear why she had suppressed them.
After enduring numerous unsuccessful blind dates before, finding someone who could stir her daughter's heart was rare. As a mother, she was determined to facilitate this connection.
However, before proceeding, they needed to investigate Hachiman's background. As parents, they couldn't casually entrust their daughter to someone of unknown origin.
On Hachiman's side, he didn't naively think that it would be easy to win over Shizuka's parents.
Judging from Shizuka's father's demeanor, he seemed like a person accustomed to high status.
Although the original work didn't provide details about Shizuka's family background, judging from her Aston Martin, her family status was undoubtedly high.
While Hachiman was financially comparable to some family forces, he recognized certain gaps, particularly in intelligence gathering.
He feared that his identity might be uncovered before long.
Therefore, Hachiman decided that after the wedding, he would proactively confess to Shizuka's parents.
After all, there was a difference between confessing voluntarily and being exposed by someone else. Voluntary confession provided more control over the situation.
With both sides harboring their own thoughts, the wedding ceremony officially began.
Capítulo 278: [278] Leave Everything To Me
Chapter 278: Leave Everything To Me
As the wedding processional concluded, the wedding ceremony came to an end, leaving behind the customary feasting and celebration.
Shizuka, feeling angered by her parents and Hachiman, channeled her frustration into a hearty meal, consuming voraciously.
Hachiman, in turn, elevated the image of Shizuka's parents. Upon learning that their daughter had found a young and wealthy boyfriend, relatives and friends came to congratulate them, and the elderly couple reveled in the joy.
In the past, during such gatherings, Shizuka's parents hesitated to mention their daughter, as it was an embarrassment. Despite being the most prosperous branch of the family, having an unmarried daughter nearing thirty was a sore point.
This time was different. With the rare appearance of a perfect "prospective son-in-law," they held their heads high. Observing Hachiman's demeanor, which exuded success, Mrs. and Mr. Hiratsuka were highly content.
They decided to investigate Hachiman's background to verify his claims. If he turned out to be as perfect as he portrayed, he would indeed be an ideal son-in-law.
Observing Shizuka engrossed in her own meal, oblivious to her surroundings, the elderly couple shook their heads.
"Shizuka!" Mrs. Hiratsuka called out to her daughter with some displeasure.
"Huh?"
Shizuka, enjoying her meal, turned in confusion upon hearing her mother's call.
"Why are you only focused on eating?" Mrs. Hiratsuka questioned, a mix of frustration and amusement evident.
"What else should I do?" Shizuka looked puzzled.
"Don't you know how to help Hachiman with the dishes? You're already grown up. Do I need to teach you?" Mrs. Hiratsuka displayed a somewhat stern expression.
Shizuka nonchalantly rolled her eyes. "He's a grown man; does he need me to serve him?"
Unconcerned with her mother's words, she dismissed, "I won't be the one to feed him."
Fearing her mother might insist on such gestures, Shizuka remained resolute. She sensed that her parents were treating Hachiman as a son-in-law, and certain boundaries had to be maintained. After all, she was his teacher.
Mrs. Hiratsuka was about to reprimand her when Hachiman interjected with a smile. "It's alright, Auntie. I appreciate Shizu's straightforwardness. I prefer serving myself."
"Alright, this child of ours has been spoiled. Hachiman, please take care of her," Mrs. Hiratsuka remarked.
Hachiman agreed with a smile.
However, Shizuka didn't expect Hachiman to speak up and defuse the situation for her. She subtly gave him a look of "you know your place."
"Mom, I think Hachiman might not be interested in these dishes. His cooking skills are even more impressive than those recent graduates from far-off culinary schools."
"Oh? I didn't realize Hachiman was skilled in cooking." Mrs. Hiratsuka's eyes lit up.
Cooking prowess was always a plus, and especially in a country like Japan where traditional gender roles were prevalent, few men outside of professional chefs ventured into the kitchen.
Upon hearing Mrs. Hiratsuka's praise, Hachiman modestly smiled. "I have an interest in cooking, so I enjoy experimenting. Also, with my parents being busy with work and a younger sister to take care of, I naturally became adept at it over time."
"I see. Taking care of a younger sister alone must be quite challenging," Mrs. Hiratsuka sighed.
"It's manageable. My sister is well-behaved, so I'm at ease most of the time."
A vision of Komachi's adorable smile crossed his mind, bringing a smile to Hachiman's face.
"Enough about that; let's enjoy the meal."
The wedding feast continued, and at the moment, the priority was to satisfy their appetites before Shizuka devoured all the dishes on her own.
At three in the afternoon, as the guests dispersed, the wedding banquet finally came to an end. During this time, Hachiman was pulled by Mr. Hiratsuka to share a few drinks. However, given his current constitution, a bit of alcohol posed no challenge.
Seeing the wedding concluded, Shizuka finally breathed a sigh of relief, ready to make a quick exit with Hachiman.
"Mom, Dad, since the wedding is over, we'll head back now."
However, Mrs. Hiratsuka wasn't about to let her off so easily.
"Why the rush? Shizuka, you've come back after a long time; stay at home for the night. Mom has some things to discuss with you."
Shizuka, not keen on staying, hesitated in her attempts to decline.
"Well... we have other matters to attend to tomorrow, so let's skip staying tonight."
Unfortunately, Mrs. Hiratsuka had already seen through her little tricks. "Just staying for one night won't hurt. Tomorrow is the weekend anyway; if you have things to handle in the afternoon, it won't be too late."
"Uh, this..."
Shizuka was at a loss, despite her authoritative demeanor at school; facing her mother, she immediately felt cornered. Unable to find a way out, she turned to Hachiman for help with a pleading look.
But Hachiman's next words left her wide-eyed.
"Sounds good, Auntie. I actually have some things to discuss with both you and Uncle."
Hachiman understood that any set of parents wouldn't easily entrust their daughter to a man with unknown background. The warmth they showed during the banquet was likely just to save face in front of relatives.
Now that the wedding was over and the relatives dispersed, he believed Shizuka's parents would start investigating his identity.
Rather than being exposed during an investigation, he decided it was better to confess proactively, gaining more control over the situation.
Shizuka was astonished when Hachiman agreed to stay. She quickly pulled him aside.
"Hey... you brat, what are you up to? Didn't we agree to leave after the wedding?"
"If we don't leave soon, we'll be exposed."
Shizuka naively thought her parents genuinely believed them.
Seeing her reaction, Hachiman smirked, but his face displayed a confident smile.
"Don't worry, leave everything to me. If this goes smoothly, won't you be free from your parents pressuring you into blind dates in the future?"
"Really?!"
Hearing this, Shizuka's face showed a mix of belief and skepticism.
Originally, in her plan, she intended to kick Hachiman out as soon as they got back. If her parents asked, she would simply say they had broken up.
However, the consequence of following this plan was that she would likely still be pressured into blind dates by her parents, and she definitely didn't want that.
But now, Hachiman unexpectedly claimed he could spare her from the hassle of future blind dates. Of course, she was willing to give it a try.
"Alright, I'll trust you this time." Seeing the confident smile on Hachiman's face, Shizuka chose to believe him and agreed.
"Mom, we'll stay at home tonight."
Hearing Shizuka's agreement, Mrs. Hiratsuka also smiled.
"Sure, let's go. We'll head home together."
They called for their family car, and the group boarded it together.
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