章 2361: Crazy (1)

The Adachi household was quiet when we went inside their gates and stopped by the front door. The lights were turned off and the curtains were drawn, giving off a serene, almost eerie vibe. It went to show that it was currently empty.

Futaba fidgeted with her keys, her hand shaking slightly as she unlocked the door. As she stepped inside, she turned to me with a look of both anticipation and nervousness.

"O-onoda-kun, come in."

I nodded and did as she asked, following her into the house. She blindly reached for the wall, finding the switch to turn on the light in the hallway. The soft glow bathed the room, revealing a simple yet cozy interior.

It wasn't as big as our house but it was certainly more lived-in, filled with the warmth of a family's presence.

In the end, I still ended up acquiescing to her request. It's not like I had any good reason to say no. And let's face it, the thought of being able to touch her again didn't exactly make me want to run away screaming.