Chapter 129: Cloudless
Not long after leaving the station, the two strolled through the streets of Akiruno.
Although this small town was on the outskirts of Tokyo, it was still a part of Tokyo.
It was immediately apparent that the buildings here were much lower than those in Tokyo.
The sense of openness brought by the wide view created a feeling of spaciousness, bringing a sense of relief and comfort.
Ishikawa Hayato glanced at Kita beside him.
She was wearing a dark blue dress with a cinched waist, a ruffled collar, a neck strap, and cute blooming socks peeking out from her round-toed shoes.
After exiting the station, she walked quietly for a while, then became lost in thought, not noticing Ishikawa Hayato observing her for quite some time.
Ishikawa Hayato looked around and spotted an interesting place.
Kita didn’t know that Ishikawa Hayato intended to take her to that swimming pool, but upon arriving in this city, she guessed where they would go.
The only famous attraction here was a newly opened water park.
Since it just opened this year, she hadn't had a chance to go yet.
It seemed he had put a little thought into this.
However, going out with Ishikawa Hayato behind the backs of the other band members... especially behind Hitori, made her feel a little uneasy.
She was conflicted, her feet automatically following Ishikawa Hayato’s pace.
Looking at the relaxed atmosphere of the street ahead, she couldn't relax.
Her heart felt completely blocked.
After much deliberation, she still felt she couldn't help but ask Ishikawa Hayato.
“Ishikawa-kun, why did you ask me out today?”
Ishikawa Hayato, who was looking ahead, suddenly paused.
He looked down at Kita and said to her.
“Because Kita date comes first, and besides, my current girlfriend should be as one. I wanted to be the firs tto see my girlfriend’s swimsuit.”
Kita’s gaze met Ishikawa Hayato’s as he looked down to answer her.
Seeing his handsome face and refreshing smile, she was momentarily stunned.
He gave the impression of being self-willed and reckless, but unexpectedly, he was also thoughtful in this regard.
Yes, she was the current girlfriend now, so she didn't need to overthink it.
The knot in her heart unraveled, and at the same time, she felt a flutter in her heart.
But the next moment, Ishikawa Hayato suddenly reached out and placed his hand on her shoulder, walking towards the nearby stairs.
Kita cooperatively walked up, but at the same time, she looked at him in confusion and asked.
“Ishikawa-kun?”
They were still far from the Summer Domain amusement park, and it didn't look like a swimming pool.
What was he bringing her here for?
However, she saw Ishikawa Hayato looking straight ahead, his lips trembling slightly, not answering her.
Immediately, a warning bell rang loudly in Kita’s heart.
Ishikawa Hayato led Kita up to the second floor of the building.
The second floor here was completely open.
In the spacious hall, a drowsy receptionist sat behind the counter.
And on the wall behind her, the large characters for ‘Sunny Inn’ were displayed.
Ishikawa Hayato watched Kita look at him with a wary expression.
Seeing that they had arrived, she turned her gaze to the counter.
For a moment, he could feel Kita’s body stiffen.
After a moment of silence, she turned her head.
Her usually vibrant eyes were now completely dim.
She stepped back two paces, pointed at the counter, and asked Ishikawa Hayato with a forced smile.
“Ishikawa-kun, why did you bring me here?”
Ishikawa Hayato put his hands up to his chest in a gesture of surrender, and said weakly with an ingratiating smile.
“I saw Kita spacing out just now, and I wanted to scare you a little…”
Seeing him like this, Kita sighed heavily, her anger instantly dissipating as she let the matter go.
“That’s not fun at all.”
She said, looking at Ishikawa Hayato, and began to worry about someone else.
“Ishikawa-kun, you wouldn’t play tricks on Gotou-san like that, would you?”
Ishikawa Hayato smiled and shook his head.
“No, I wouldn’t. Hitori would take it seriously. With Kita, I know you can tell the difference.”
Kita merely snorted at Ishikawa Hayato’s compliment, still feigning anger.
Ishikawa Hayato looked at her completely feigned anger and secretly chuckled.
...
Getting off the bus, Kita saw the water park in the distance and breathed a sigh of relief.
Finally, they weren't going to a strange place.
At this moment, Ishikawa Hayato suddenly spoke in a serious tone.
“Colonel Kita!”
“Hm?” Kita quickly turned her head to look at Ishikawa Hayato, who was standing ramrod straight, chest puffed out.
“I am to report today’s itinerary to you!”
Kita looked at him, amused, and cooperatively stood up straight.
She also responded in a stern tone.
“Yes, state your plan!”
Ishikawa Hayato deftly pulled out a small, folded map from his pocket.
Unfolding it, he held it up with one hand to show Kita.
“The water park here and the adjacent amusement park are connected. For an additional one-third of the price, we can enjoy both places.”
Kita suddenly understood.
No wonder he called her out so early.
Usually, going to a swimming pool or water park starts in the hot, stuffy afternoon.
“So my plan is, we spend the morning until noon at the amusement park, and the afternoon until evening at the water park! Colonel Kita, what do you think?”
Ishikawa Hayato briefly explained the itinerary in a serious tone, then put the map away and stood straight, waiting for Kita’s response.
“Excellent!” Kita also responded with an exaggerated laugh.
“Then…” Ishikawa Hayato smiled, took out his phone, and walked towards Kita.
He walked to Kita's side, stretched out his arm, and held up his phone, pointing it at both of them.
Kita immediately knew what he was going to do and instantly put on a photo-ready smile, made a peace sign, and happily looked at the phone camera.
Watching Ishikawa Hayato extend his arm far away with just one hand, she suddenly remembered what the tutorial said when she had been looking up to learn how to take good photos from a long time ago.
When taking selfies, to get a good shot, try to hold the camera as far away as possible, otherwise, your face will appear large. Whether you place the camera down to shoot or use a selfie stick, either is fine.
However, she thought the best way is to find a boyfriend with long arms.
That way the photos will turn out the most natural.
At that time, she thought, 'if I have a boyfriend, why bother with a selfie stick? Just ask him to take the picture'.
But now she realized that taking a photo with two people close together felt very different.
She could clearly feel his breath and warmth, which made her attention shift to things beyond just taking the picture.
While she was lost in her thoughts, Ishikawa Hayato glanced at the smiling Kita, feeling that this way of taking photos was too ordinary.
To her surprise, he put his arm around her waist and pulled her closer to him.
Right at that moment, he pressed the button to snap the photo.
He captured the moment.
After the sound of the camera shot, Ishikawa Hayato let go of her hand.
Contrary to his expectations, Kita did not react in anger or resentment.
She looked at the floor, hesitated for a moment, then looked up and said.
"Send me the photo too, and... you're not allowed to post it anywhere."
Ishikawa Hayato looked at the suddenly somewhat bashful Kita and immediately replied,
"Okay! Let's go."
Then he took her hand, gesturing towards the amusement park entrance on the other side.
"Target ahead!"
Kita quickly changed her mood.
She flashed a beaming smile and said with full of energy,
"Let's go!"
As soon as she said those words, the two exchanged a smile.
Although they said 'let's go,' they ran hand in hand towards the amusement park entrance.
Ishikawa Hayato pulled Kita, cheering as they ran towards the entrance to this July paradise
"To the new continent!"
Running alongside him, Kita’s smiling eyes reflected the boy’s unrestrained expression.
She felt her heart completely let go for that moment.
The warm sun, the clear blue sky, the tall and lovely amusement park gate, the gentle breeze, the tourists—none of it was as important as the boy's hand holding hers.
For a moment, she even forgot about being a temporary girlfriend.
She just wanted to be with him longer.
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