Capítulo 561: [561] Has Yukino Changed Her Personality?
Chapter 561: Has Yukino Changed Her Personality?
Not long after, as the song ended, Hachiman and Yukino stopped dancing.
Seeing this, Mrs. Yukinoshita gave her eldest daughter a meaningful glance.
Although she was somewhat unwilling, Haruno couldn't defy her mother's wishes. Swaying her graceful figure, she walked elegantly toward the pair.
Meanwhile, on Hachiman's side, although the dance had ended, his hand remained resting on Yukino's waist.
Looking at the beautiful face so close to his and catching the faint orchid-like fragrance lingering in the air, Hachiman's hand mischievously began to slide up and down along her waist.
Noticing his subtle movement, Yukino shot him a glare.
"Behave yourself. Stop touching randomly."
Despite her words, there was no sign of her stopping him.
Fortunately, Hachiman didn't go too far and withdrew his hand after a few moments.
"Yukino, should we dance another one later?" Hachiman asked casually.
Hearing his words, a faint smile appeared on Yukino's lips.
It seems this guy really likes me.
She had noticed earlier that Hachiman had only danced one song with each of the other girls, never offering to dance again.
The thought of Hachiman wanting to dance a second song with her made Yukino feel a hint of pride.
Hmph, no matter how many try to compete, in the end, he's still mine.
"Sure—"
Just as Yukino was about to agree, a familiar voice interrupted her.
"Oh my, Hikigaya-kun, would you mind dancing a song with me too?"
Hearing the voice, Yukino froze, her lips moving unconsciously as she murmured:
"Sister..."
Indeed, the speaker was none other than Haruno.
With a fake smile on her face, Haruno gracefully approached the pair.
"Yukino-chan, could you let me borrow Hikigaya-kun for a moment? Your big sister would like to dance with him."
"Sister, why are you—"
Yukino was utterly perplexed. Why would her sister suddenly ask Hachiman for a dance?
After all, the two barely interacted, let alone had any emotional connection.
Hearing her sister's words, Haruno sighed helplessly and subtly glanced in the direction of Mrs. Yukinoshita.
Noticing this, Yukino immediately understood.
So it was their mother who had sent her sister over.
Realizing this, Yukino couldn't help but feel a surge of anger.
However, just as she was about to confront her mother, Haruno quickly grabbed her arm.
Without saying a word, Haruno silently shook her head at Yukino.
Seeing this, Yukino fell silent.
Yes, what would be the point of confronting her mother?
From a young age, once her mother made a decision, no one could change it.
In the end, the only reason she had a semblance of freedom now was because of Hachiman, who gave her the support to temporarily break free from her mother's control.
And during her previous visits home, her mother had repeatedly mentioned wanting to pull Hachiman into the Yukinoshita family.
It was likely that, after seeing Hachiman dance with those other girls earlier, her mother decided that Yukino wasn't taking full advantage of her opportunity and sent Haruno in to take action.
As always, in her mother's eyes, she was still no match for her older sister.
Thinking of this, Yukino's expression dimmed.
Noticing her mood, Hachiman gently squeezed her hand.
Feeling his small gesture, Yukino snapped out of her thoughts.
That's right—she still had Hachiman. He would never abandon her.
With this realization, Yukino's expression softened considerably.
Lifting her head and looking at her sister, Yukino displayed a confident smile.
"Alright, go ahead, Sister. Be my guest."
With that, Yukino actually stepped aside, making way.
???
Her actions left not just Hachiman but even Haruno stunned.
Haruno blinked in surprise and asked again, unsure of what she just heard, "Yukino-chan, are you really okay with letting Hikigaya-kun dance with me?"
"Of course," Yukino replied with a calm nod.
She believed Hachiman wouldn't be so easily swayed by her sister's charms.
Sure, Haruno was beautiful, but the two of them had no emotional foundation to begin with.
Yukino knew Hachiman well enough. While he could be a bit flirtatious, he wasn't the type to be led astray by superficial attractions.
Ever since Hachiman gained fame, many girls had confessed to him, yet he had rejected them all.
If he were truly the type to give in to temptation, he would've acted on those advances long ago instead of turning them all down.
Moreover, Yukino wasn't unwilling to compromise when it came to their relationship.
In her heart, she had already decided that if Hachiman ever wanted to take things further, she wouldn't refuse him.
But judging from his behavior toward her, while he enjoyed small gestures of affection—kisses, hugs, holding hands—he had never crossed the line.
She believed his attitude toward other girls was the same.
This self-restraint convinced Yukino that Hachiman wouldn't be easily swayed by her sister's attempts at seduction.
That confidence was why she had so readily given up her spot as his dance partner.
However, seeing Yukino step aside so calmly, Haruno found herself in an awkward position.
The truth was, Haruno's intention wasn't to actually dance with Hachiman.
She only came over to provoke Yukino a bit, hoping to push her to put in more effort.
Dancing with Hachiman had never been part of her plan.
At worst, if Yukino had refused her, Haruno would just have to endure some scolding from their mother later.
But what she hadn't anticipated was that her sister—who normally loved to oppose her—had actually agreed this time.
This left Haruno in an awkward position. After all, the request to dance had come from her own mouth, and now that Yukino had agreed, she had no excuse to back out.
For someone as sharp as Haruno, it was surprising—and frustrating—to find herself in such a predicament. She was practically on the verge of tears.
Meanwhile, Hachiman was even more puzzled.
Yukino had always been incredibly protective when it came to other girls around him. So why was she suddenly so relaxed when it came to her own sister?
Something wasn't adding up.
Sure, Hachiman knew Haruno was a bit of a "sister complex" type, and Yukino did admire her sister to some extent.
However, because Yukino had always wanted to surpass Haruno, their interactions were rarely friendly.
Yukino hardly ever gave Haruno a pleasant expression, let alone trust her in situations like this.
Though Hachiman's advice over time had somewhat eased Yukino's obsession with surpassing Haruno, her competitive spirit remained intact.
Whether it was Haruno or any other girl, Yukino didn't like losing or giving in.
So why the sudden change in attitude today?
It didn't make sense.
Was she that confident in him?
No way.
Even he didn't have that much confidence in himself.
If it weren't for the fact that he and Haruno didn't interact much, he couldn't entirely rule out the possibility of developing feelings for her.
After all, Haruno had a face almost identical to Yukino's—but with a more mature charm—and, well, her chest was… noticeably bigger than Yukino's.
Besides, the idea of dating sisters was undeniably appealing in its own way.
Unfortunately, though, he rarely had any opportunities to interact with Haruno. Their encounters were few and far between, making it nearly impossible for any feelings to develop.
Yukino's assessment wasn't wrong—Hachiman might have a wandering heart, but he wasn't lecherous. He held a deep respect for genuine relationships between men and women. If that weren't the case, he would've long become the kind of person who exploits his popularity.
After all, whether it was his female fans or the little admirers at school, there was certainly no shortage of them.
Since Yukino had already agreed, Hachiman saw no reason to refuse.
After all, this was practically a mandated dance, wasn't it?
With that thought, Hachiman extended his hand toward Haruno and invited her with a calm demeanor:
"Miss Haruno, shall we?"
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Capítulo 562: [562] Sibling Rivalry, Hachiman's Gain
Chapter 562: Sibling Rivalry, Hachiman's Gain
"Please, Miss Haruno."
Seeing Hachiman extend his hand, Haruno hesitated for a moment but eventually placed her hand in his.
"Then, I'll be counting on you, Hikigaya-kun."
At this point, there was no room for her to refuse. Even if it was just for show in front of her mother, she decided to go along with it.
Haruno believed that with Yukino watching from the side, Hachiman wouldn't dare act improperly.
However, she underestimated him.
Grasping her soft hand, Hachiman gave a gentle pull and drew her directly into his arms.
"Eh…"
Falling into Hachiman's embrace, Haruno let out a soft gasp.
"H-Hikigaya-kun, Yukino is still watching."
For some reason, a small wave of unease rose in Haruno's heart.
This was surprising, considering she often represented the Yukinoshita family at social events and had attended countless balls.
By all means, she should have been used to this.
Yet, for reasons she couldn't pinpoint, facing Hachiman made her unexpectedly nervous.
Was it because of Yukino?
Haruno secretly speculated.
She was well aware of her younger sister's feelings for Hachiman.
And now, here she was, holding Hachiman intimately in front of Yukino.
It all felt… slightly inappropriate.
On Hachiman's side, however, such considerations seemed to have no place.
Having pulled Haruno into his arms, he smoothly wrapped an arm around her slender waist.
As expected of the sisters, their waists were equally slim.
However, with Haruno in an evening gown, the tactile sensation was far superior to Yukino's school uniform.
The high-quality fabric's silky texture tempted Hachiman to let his hand slide slightly up and down.
"Hikigaya-kun, y-you… don't move your hands around!"
Noticing Hachiman's subtle movements and feeling the strong masculine presence emanating from him, a faint blush crept onto Haruno's cheeks.
"Ah, sorry, sorry."
Hearing Haruno's words, Hachiman offered an insincere apology.
Seeing his attitude, Haruno felt slightly annoyed.
How dare he act so boldly with me?
Should I tell Yukino about this?
With that thought, Haruno glanced in her sister's direction.
But to her surprise, she couldn't find Yukino anywhere.
Wait, what?! Where's Yukino…?
In fact, the moment Hachiman and Haruno embraced, Yukino had already left.
Although she trusted Hachiman, seeing him dancing intimately with her older sister stirred some complicated feelings in her heart.
So, Yukino decided it was best to avoid the scene entirely—out of sight, out of mind.
Noticing the confusion on Haruno's face, Hachiman quickly deduced what she was thinking. He chuckled lightly and said, "Yukino? She left a while ago. Probably went to check on the venue."
Hearing this, Haruno started to wonder.
What is Yukino thinking?
Does she trust Hikigaya-kun, or… does she trust me?
If it's trust in Hikigaya-kun, that's understandable. But if it's trust in me, then… could it mean Yukino thinks my charm isn't enough to catch Hikigaya-kun's interest?
That's too much, Yukino.
We have the same face, and my chest is even bigger than yours. Where does all this confidence come from?
Since that's the case, don't blame your big sister for being unkind.
Initially, Haruno was very resistant to their mother's decision. But seeing Yukino's attitude now, her competitive spirit was ignited.
After all, women are always comparing—be it jewelry, handbags, or boyfriends.
Anything could become a contest.
And now, Hachiman had become the latest subject of comparison between the sisters.
Oh, little Yukino, let your sister teach you how to truly handle a man.
With this thought, a seductive smile appeared on Haruno's face.
"Well then, since Yukino has already left, let's start dancing, Hikigaya-kun."
As she spoke, Haruno took the initiative and placed her hand on Hachiman's shoulder.
Her sudden assertiveness left Hachiman momentarily stunned.
What's going on?
Haruno's shift in attitude was so abrupt that Hachiman was completely baffled.
But he wasn't about to overthink it.
After all, as an old song goes: A girl's thoughts, boy, don't try to guess…
You'll never truly understand the way a girl's mind works.
Often, they'll take a small matter and spin it into something incomprehensible.
As for what Haruno was thinking now, Hachiman didn't bother to figure it out. Dancing was all that mattered.
With that thought in mind, he guided Haruno, and the two began moving gracefully to the rhythm of the flowing music.
...
As the music ended, Haruno's face was faintly flushed, and she smiled at Hachiman.
"Hikigaya-kun, how was it? I didn't do too bad, right?"
"Mm, Miss Haruno's dancing is excellent," Hachiman nodded.
Hearing Hachiman's compliment, Haruno's smile grew more alluring as she continued,
"Then, compared to Yukino and the others, who dances better?"
The question caught Hachiman off guard for a moment, but he responded with a smile.
"Miss Haruno is a bit better."
It was the truth.
Compared to Yukino and the other girls, Haruno—who frequently attended social events and balls—was naturally more skilled in dancing.
Haruno's face lit up with a triumphant smile upon hearing this.
Looks like I've won, Yukino.
With this thought in mind, Haruno spoke again,
"Then what does Hikigaya-kun think of me? Am I pretty?"
Hachiman was stunned.
He hadn't expected such a question from her.
After a brief pause, he nodded honestly.
"Miss Haruno is, of course, very beautiful. I'm sure you must have plenty of admirers."
As Yukino's older sister, Haruno's beauty was undeniable. Among all the girls Hachiman knew, Haruno was undoubtedly one of the most striking.
Hearing his praise, Haruno's smile became even brighter.
"Then, Hikigaya-kun, would you like to be my boyfriend? If it's you, I wouldn't mind."
Huh?
What the heck is this? Is she trying to seduce me?
Haruno's words made Hachiman raise an eyebrow.
But after a moment's thought, he began to piece things together.
This was probably Mrs. Yukinoshita's idea.
Perhaps she felt that Yukino alone wasn't enough to handle him, so she sent Haruno as reinforcement.
But wait… would Haruno really go along with something like this so easily?
Although Haruno usually appeared to obey Mrs. Yukinoshita, Hachiman knew it was just a façade. Deep down, Haruno was constantly thinking about how to rebel against her family.
For her to say something like this today genuinely caught Hachiman off guard.
Could it be that Haruno, like Yukino, was planning to use him as leverage in her rebellion against the Yukinoshita family?
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