Chapter 57: My First Date with Yuka

And today, a monumental event was awaiting Ishikawa Yuka.

Today was Saturday, meaning the Academy was closed.

It wouldn’t matter if she played all night—though Yuka had no such intention, events might not be under her control.

Because today… was the day she had promised to meet Kohara Yuko.

Starting a week ago, Kohara Yuko had counted down the days for her at the Salon whenever she saw her: “Seven days left,” “See you in six days,” “Five days to go”… until yesterday’s “See you tomorrow.”

That unusual fixation made Yuka worry about whether she could return safely today.

Unlike her last date with Anmiya Marina, Yuka was completely on the receiving end this time.

Kohara Yuko mysteriously refused to reveal the itinerary, only saying she would “give Yuka a surprise on the day.”

Although she was told the meeting location, the area had neither theaters nor concert halls—it wasn’t the sort of place where entertainment venues were found.

Just where would they be going? What would they be doing? Yuka was finally experiencing the unease of the unknown.

Was this how Marina had felt when she took her out?

“There’s no point in fretting about it now.”

Yuka sighed, changed her clothes, and headed out.

She made sure to arrive half an hour early, only to find Kohara Yuko already waiting there.

“I apologize for making you wait, Senior Yuko.”

“Good day, Yuka. Don’t worry about it; it’s still half an hour before the agreed time.”

Kohara Yuko beamed.

“It’s actually you who came so early… were you so eager to see your older sister? I’m truly moved.”

“Um… when did you get here, Senior?”

Yuka tried to change the subject; Kohara Yuko’s enraptured expression was making her a bit creeped out.

Due to habits she had developed in her past life, Yuka always arrived early for various events.

Whether it was school, work, or dates, she made it a habit to leave plenty of time.

But Kohara Yuko’s answer left her dumbfounded: “Oh, your older sister arrived two hours ago, you know.”

‘Two hours?!’

The alarm bells in Yuka’s heart rang loudly.

This was just too abnormal, wasn’t it?

Would a normal person arrive two hours early?

She herself often left half an hour early for fear of traffic, but two hours was too exaggerated.

The roads were clearly free of traffic today!

“Then… what is that outfit you are wearing, Senior?”

“What do you think? Does it suit me?”

“Uh… very, very sexy?”

Yuka gave a forced compliment.

Even more shocking than the time she arrived early was Kohara Yuko’s attire; she was wearing a vibrant red, deep-V gown, her hair styled high, completely different from her image at the Academy.

She looked just like a Hollywood star about to walk the red carpet!

The slightly opened neckline revealed glimpses, and her fair legs peeked out from the slit in the skirt…

Yuka swallowed involuntarily.

“What are our plans for today?”

If she was told they were going to attend a party, it would be terrible; Yuka was wearing ordinary clothes and was completely unsuited for formal events.

“Although it’s still early, let’s get started.”

“Start?”

“That’s right, our first date, Yuka.”

“Date…” Yuka murmured to herself.

Come to think of it, would that mean her outing with Marina also counted as a date?

Just as she spaced out, the surrounding crowd suddenly parted, and a red carpet was slowly unrolled with a stretch limousine parked at the end.

“Shall we go?”

“…Yes.”

Kohara Yuko extended her hand, and Yuka could only take her arm, stepping onto the red carpet amidst the curious gazes of passersby.

“Are they filming a drama?”

“Those two girls are so cute…”

“Are they child stars?”

Yuka’s cheeks grew hot.

This was too much!

Laying out a red carpet and riding in a limousine in a bustling city—anyone would find it strange, right?

“Let’s get going, Yuka.”

“Okay…”

After boarding the limousine amidst the onlookers, Yuka couldn’t help but ask, “Where are we going?”

“Leave it to me.”

Yuka wailed inwardly: how can I be at ease with that!

If it was going to be like this the whole time, at least let her change her clothes!

Wearing these ordinary clothes while standing next to the gorgeously dressed Kohara Yuko was like an ugly duckling wandering into a flock of swans.

Although she had said she would leave the arrangements to Kohara Yuko, Yuka began to feel uneasy again as the limousine drove onto the highway, leaving the city behind.

Judging from the direction, they were heading toward a villa district…

“Senior Yuko?”

“What is it?”

Inside the spacious limousine, Kohara Yuko was sticking close to her, even wrapping her arm around Yuka’s.

“Aren’t you a bit too close?”

“Oh my! Children who say things like that will be punished! It’s a rare date, you know!”

Before Yuka could react, she was pulled into an embrace, her head forced onto Kohara Yuko’s shoulder as her hair was gently stroked.

“If you say anything naughty, you’ll have to stay in this position until we arrive, okay?”

“But…”

“Okay?”

“…Okay.”

There was no way to resist.

Besides… the feeling of having her hair stroked was actually kind of nice?

Being held in the arms of a sixth-grade senior—this feeling was truly…

When the car finally came off the highway and stopped in front of a luxurious villa, Yuka’s heart began to race.

Were they going to be taken inside the villa?

What would happen in a place like this?

Was she going to “become an adult” today?

“Welcome to the Kohara family villa.”

As expected! There was no escape in a place like this.

Furthermore, there was no school tomorrow; if the Kohara family formally notified her family that she would be staying overnight, it probably wouldn’t be refused.

“Your body must be stiff after being in the car for so long; shall we play tennis?”

“Eh? I didn’t bring any tennis clothes… this dress will…”

Kohara Yuko naturally had all sorts of equipment at her own home, but Yuka had thought it was just an ordinary outing, so she hadn’t prepared anything.

Playing tennis in this dress would definitely lead to her underwear being seen.

“Wouldn’t that be perfect? That’s exactly why I invited you.”

“What?”

“Ah… cough cough! Then shall we rest inside for a while first?”

Had she just heard something dangerous?

Yuka shook her head and decided it would be safer to rest indoors.

“The villa has a very refined atmosphere.”

“Thank you. Please wait here for a moment; I’ll go change.”

“Alright.”

Yuka sat down as told, wondering to herself: since she was going to change clothes anyway, why had she worn that inconvenient gown in the first place?

Just as the maid brought over drinks, Yuka suddenly thought of Emi.

Although her car should be following the limousine, Emi wasn’t by her side right now.

She had嫌 Emi was a bother last time, but now she was the last resort.

This was Kohara’s home turf, so she was at a complete disadvantage.

The maids wouldn’t harm her, but conversely, they wouldn’t help her either.

In other words… even if she was “attacked” by Kohara Yuko, no one would come to save her.

That probably wouldn’t happen, right?

The young lady of the Kohara family wouldn’t have that kind of hobby, would she?

The intimate touches from before were just a senior caring for her junior… like an older sister doting on her younger sister…

“Sorry for the wait, Yuka.”

“Don’t mention it… wait, what is that outfit?!”

Kohara Yuko, who had returned after changing, left Yuka speechless.

“What do you think? Pretty cool, right?”

“Although it’s still a bit early, let’s start preparing lunch.”

“We’re having a barbecue in the yard today. Don’t let my looks fool you; I’m actually very skilled at this.”

Kohara Yuko made a flexing motion.

Changing instantly from a bewitching gown into outdoor attire consisting of jeans and a shirt—this senior’s thoughts were truly difficult to grasp.