Chương 12: Chapter 12: The Path Ahead
As the sun rose, painting the city in soft morning hues, Shou found himself amidst contemplation. The medal hanging by his bedside served as a reminder of Ayaka's confession. His morning jog led to an unexpected encounter - Minori, tending to chores outside.
"Good morning, Minori-san!" Shou's grin was infectious, drawing a curious glance from Minori.
"Why did you leave so quickly yesterday?" Shou's directness caught her off guard.
"I didn't want to interrupt your moment," Minori's reply was soft, cheeks tinted with a rosy hue.
Shou's eyes sparkled with earnestness. "Your presence means more to me than any ceremony."
Buoyed by his determination, Shou proposed a date. Minori, seeing it as a special treat, agreed. As he dashed home, Shou's heart raced with excitement, anticipating the day ahead. Meanwhile, Minori pondered a small gift to celebrate Shou's triumph.
In the afternoon, Shou, radiating confidence, picked up Minori for their date. Exploring various spots around the city, they shared stories and laughter, relishing each other's company. Yet, Minori couldn't help but notice the stark height difference between them, a detail that might spark misconceptions.
Sharing crepes, Minori handed Shou a tiny keychain, a gift from her heart. Grateful, Shou's hand brushed against Minori's arm as he thanked her, his feelings spilling forth once again. Aware of his sentiments, Minori accepted his heartfelt confession, feeling a flutter of nerves.
Unseen by the couple, Ayaka glimpsed Shou with another girl. Hurrying to greet them, a mix of emotions overwhelmed her. Politely acknowledging Shou, Minori introduced herself, stunning Ayaka, who had assumed Minori was younger. A whirlwind of emotions played on Ayaka's face, leading her to request a moment alone with Shou.
Their conversation was heavy, observed quietly by Minori from a distance. Shou respectfully declined Ayaka's confession, expressing his feelings for Minori. Ayaka, grappling with their age difference, left Shou in contemplative silence.
Reuniting with Minori, Shou wore a pensive expression, prompting her to suggest a detour to the park. In their shared silence, Shou conveyed his determination to mature into someone deserving of Minori. Deep in thought, Minori knew a difficult conversation loomed in their future.
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