The rematch you've been talking about...

If you beat me, Yaguchi-kun, then I'll quietly leave.

But if... if I beat you...

Then you'll go out with me!

Listen, Miyao.

Truth is, a certain girl confessed to me...

She's just a friend who lives close by and whom I get along with.

Hidaka?

Eh, how?

When it comes to girls who live close by and might've confessed to you, it can only be her.


I see, so Hidaka finally confessed...

Finally?

Well, she's been straight after you ever since middle school, y'know?

So that's how it is, I didn't notice at all...

What are you going to do?

About that, she gave me a condition.

Condition?

The fighting game rematch that I wanted so much...

If I beat her, then Hidaka will give up.

But if she beats me, then we'll go out with each other.

It's not like I can accept that kind of condition.

But... Just pretending that conversation never happened is also...

The best thing to do now would be to tell her the name of the person you like and refuse.

You have one, right Haruo?

You have one, right Haruo?

A person I like, a person I like, like?

Is there someone?

This guy... He still doesn't realize his feelings?

I guess Hidaka got fed up with him too and that's why she confessed.

Haruo, you should accept Hidaka's challenge.

Sheìs made up her mind, so how about you make up yours as well?

You're right.

Did you catch a cold, Makoto-sama?

Please cover your mouth when sneezing, this is disgraceful.

It's been really hot lately, so I was sleeping, and when I noticed, I've gotten all naked.

Looks like my body became cold back then.

I didn't do it on purpose, so it's not my fault.

Well, but still... If you don't act a little more becoming, then...

Ojou-sama!

Akira-chan, my lovely little sis...

You were forced to go straight home again today, right? Poor girl...

I was really shocked when I heard of that incident where you slept with that boy!

Who'd have thought that you'd beat me to the punch.

Makoto-sama!

Akira-ojousama's usual studies are waiting for her.

Ehh? How boring.

Makoto-sama, what about university?

I'm on summer break already. This boredom is killing me!

She might be the eldest daughter of the Oono household, but she's still a genuine delinquent.

It could well be that this is the reason they tightened their parenting measures for her little sister...

Come to think of it, Moemi-san hasn't shown up yet...

Oh, she went out for a bit. What did she say again?

"To meet an annoying little pest" or something like that.

I'm glad I've got a friend like Miyao...

Deciding what to do in the end is on me though.

I'm home!

Welcome back Haruo.

Gouda-sensei from Oono-san's household came to visit us just now.

Hello.

That incident with Akira-chan a while ago, she said she came to thank us.

The sweets she brought over are really delicious~~

Haruo-san.

About that incident the other day, I humbly apologize for any inconvenience we may have caused you.

Ah, don't mind it...

I sense an extraordinary "Chi" from her!

Nowadays it's not uncommon to hear of heartbreaking news...

And the world is becoming an even more dangerous place.

So when I learned that akira-san has an acquaintance like you whe protected her, I was truly relieved.

Even though I am late, please let me thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Ah, you don't have to...

Ah- it started pouring and the laundry's still drying outside!

Please excuse me for a second~~

Haruo-san, I did not come here today just to express my gratitude.

I came to meet you.

Ah, you did?

Allow me to put it bluntly.

From this day on, I'd like you to break off your friendship with Akira-san.

Right now, Akira-san is putting an admirable effort into complying with the Oono household's parenting policies.

And from a psycholgical point of view, High school is still a dangerous time for her.

I don't want to overwhelm her with too much stimulation at this crucial point in her life.

This is because Akira-san and you are a girl and a boy.

I can not allow you two to make a mistake you will regret later on.

Haruo! Ram it into her that you and that girl don't have such a cheap relationship!

Haruo!

You are a burden to Akira-san.

You're just holding her back!

That's why I want you to refrain from meddling with her any longer.

Phew, sorry about that...

That sudden downpour really surprised me...

It must be the change of seasons~~

But well, you have it tough too, Gouda-sensei.

Raising your student and caring about their future only to have them rebel against you.

Educators must have a lot to worry about.

However, calling my son " a burden" is too much.

What sharp ears...

Haruo spent a long time searching for Akira-san even though he didn't have a single clue about where she was.

He's not the kind of person who would act out of an ulterior motive.

Well, It's just natural that families differ in their parenting style.

But restricting your children too much just makes them pitiful.

Personally, I don't regret it even a single bit that I gave my son freedom while raising him.

I believe he turned out to be a kind-hearted, and all around wonderful son.

Gouda-sensei, I'd like to ask you too to keep your children's feelings in mind,

...and raise them in a manner that won't cause you any regrets.

Thank you for your advice.

But allow me to raise them according to my own beliefs.

Fortunately it was just a short drizzle.

Here, I'll lend you an umbrella.

No, that's...

What are you holding back for? You'll end up catching a cold!

I think Akira-chan should look forward to my son coming over to take back the umbrella mmh~~

Well then...

Yeaaaaaaaaa, Mrs.Yaguchi! You were breathtaking!

You rock, Namie-san!

This mother... She's not to be taken lightly.

Mom... I couldn't respond at all when she criticized me...

Don't worry, a bratty high-school freshman like you shouldn't voice his opinion anyways.

Just do whatever you think is right, Haruo.

I... I'm glad that I'm your son, mom.

So... Today was the end of the term, right?

Where's your report card?

Huh?

Whooooah~ Serves him right~