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Momokino-san.

Aihara Yuzu.

Where are you going?

Mei forgot her lunch, so I'm just bringing it to her.

Even after how strongly I warned you not to go near the president?

I can't help it. We live together.

My!

What about that other lunch box, then?

If you're just delivering hers, you don't need yours, do you?

Momokino-san, you must really love your work if you eat lunch in the student council room.

Enough with your evasiveness.

The president and I have crossed a line together!

Th-Then I'll cross that line, too!

Hold on!

Mei!

President!

You forgot your lunch, you know.

Let's discuss the baseball tournament next month

while having lunch together!

Let's eat together!

No way, let her rest while she eats, at least.

Things are much more efficient that way!

Well, I suppose that's something she could never do with you, though.

What?!

Be quiet.

You two eat lunch together.

I still have work left to do.

This is because you made a fuss, Momokino-san.

You were the one making a nuisance of yourself!

Huh?

Besides, I will never allow you to interrupt my precious time with the president!

Why did she get mad at Momokino-san, too?

She says they've crossed a line, but she's treated the same as me.

You must realize where you currently stand.

Hey, are you listening to me?

Oh, Yuzucchi!

So this is where you've been.

Ah, Harumin!

This is an unusual pairing.

When do you two become friends?

Do we seem like friends to you?

Oh, right, right.

Yuzucchi, want to go an amusement park?

An amusement park?

Next Sunday, maybe?

You two sure are taking it easy when exams are coming up soon.

You wanna come, Vice President?

Why would I?

Oh, we should invite the president while we're at it.

Mei!

President!

Huh? What's with the double act?

Hmph!

It wouldn't be a date with all four of us, but...

An amusement park with Mei, huh?

The president probably won't be able to make it.

Huh?

She's taken on the chairman's work while he's hospitalized, on top of her student council duties.

She's spending all her free time working.

Hey! That's an indirect kiss!

Huh?

You and the president—

You're too serious, Vice President.

Have some pickled radish.

I never thought about it before, but if it was with Mei...

Wait, that's too direct!

First I need to spend more time with Mei.

I'll try asking, even if she can't make it.

I'll leave an opening in my schedule.

—g out

Time

Evening

Tomorrow's the day I see Papa.

Honestly, I was planning to visit him alone,

but I want to be closer to her than Momokino-san before the amusement park.

Plus, I wanted to introduce Mei to Papa.

It'll be okay to invite her along, right?

Hmm?

Mama

Snacks, Dinner, Midnight Snacks

Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch-boxes)

Yuzu

I'm home.

Welcome home.

Is Mei home?

Mei.

There's a letter from your Papa, Mei.

Where's this from?

Do you mind if I open it?

Don't!

S-Sorry!

I wouldn't seriously open someone else's mail!

I'll set it on your desk, okay?

That scared me.

I can't believe Mei got so mad.

Hey, Mei?

What?

You're not going to read the letter?

It's none of your business, is it?

H-Hey. Would you come with me somewhere tomorrow?

I want you to meet my Papa.

Why me?

Mama said you should, too.

Wow, I lied.

All right.

If Mother said to...

Sorry, Momokino-san.

I think this puts me in the lead.

I can't calm down at all.

I put myself out there and said I'd invite the president along,

but I'll be in trouble if this falls through.

Hello?

Oh, this is Mei-san's friend, Momokino. Is Mei-san there?

Oh, Mei-chan's out with Yuzu right now.

Aihara Yuzu...

I'll never forgive you!

What's wrong?

I felt a chill.

Like someone was watching me.

It's my imagination. Just my imagination.

This is my first date with Mei.

I don't want anyone interfere—

M-Mei!

Are you all right?

This is already bad!

I have to protect her!

Mei, over here!

S-Stop breathing.

Huh?! I'll die if I don't breathe!

Huh?

What was that noise just now?

Her body's really warm.

Mei, are you all right?

This is my chance to cross a line with her, isn't it?

Wh-What should I do next?

S-Stop it! Why are you doing this?

Quit fooling around.

I'm not fooling around!

I genuinely want to be with you!

Wh-What are you saying?

Well, Momokino-san said you and she...

Um, well, you know...

Sorry!

I said I'm sorry!

I'll treat you to crêpes, so forgive me!

I'm not that angry.

But you're a person, so learn to control yourself.

Also, I don't know what you've been imagining,

but there's nothing between Himeko and I.

Huh? But Momokino-san said she "crossed a line" with you.

Himeko tried doing something weird to me and I scolded her, that's all.

She probably changed her story to suit herself when telling you.

Although, you shouldn't have been fooled by that, either.

What?!

Anyway, this means I still stand a chance!

I'm glad you seem happy.

You're happy too, aren't you?

You have a kind Papa who sends you letters.

He really loves you, huh?

Shoot.

W-Well, don't think about it too hard.

Come on, have something sweet!

Wait, this is a chance for an indirect kiss, isn't it?!

Hey, Mei, that crêpe looks delicious.

Could I have a bite?

She finished it off!

How about a bite of mine, then?

Huh?!

I'll just help myself to this.

Shoot!

I'm getting more and more hooked on Mei!

I love Mei.

I want to kiss her.

Mei, do you mind if we hold hands?

Hold it right there!

M-Momokino-san?!

I finally found you two!

How did you find us?

You can try and take the lead, but I won't let you!

I'm certain you forced the president to come—

Himeko.

Huh? U-Um...

Don't get in my way.

You can't go putting strange ideas into Yuzu's head.

Mei-mei...

Let's go.

Huh? Oh, yeah.

We're here, Mei.

Huh?

Your father passed away?

Huh? Yeah. Back when I was three.

Oh, don't worry. I've made my peace with it.

I can see him whenever I want by coming here.

Okogi Grave

Papa, let me introduce you. This is my little sister, Mei.

Uh, she's taller and smarter than me,

but she's also awkward, a bit rough, and lonely.

So I wanted to report that now I have something to protect, too!

All right!

Today's mission, complete!

How about we go to a family restaurant—

Mei?

Papa, please give me courage.

Mei!

Um, I...

My father's letters...

Huh?

I've never opened a single one.

I'm afraid to know what my father's thinking.

If he has no intention of ever returning to the academy...

Hey, Yuzu?

Do you think my father and I can be like we were again?

I-It'll be fine!

I'll work with you to help you two get close again!

Let's go home.

After...

After showing me that smile...

How could I possibly kiss her?!

What Mei needs right now isn't love.

It's family.

I've decided to give up on my love and become a real big sister.

President!

Hmm?

Are you all right?

Don't shout so loudly.

I just stumbled a little.

Are you not feeling well?

Perhaps you should skip the meeting?

I told you, I'm fine.

You really don't look fine to me.

I'll have someone come get you at once.

Cut it out!

Could you ever take my place there?

Hey!

That was flat-out cruel!

Momokino-san's worried about you.

I know that. I don't need you to tell me...

Mei?!

President?!

Wh-What do we do?

I'll go call someone for help!

Wait!

Momokino-san, you go to the council meeting.

Wh-What are you saying?!

I think that's what's on Mei's mind most right now.

Momokino-san, please, for Mei.

Okay.

Where are we?

In the nurse's office.

You've got a fever, so rest here until the nurse comes back.

Hey!

No, you need to rest!

I have to attend the student council meeting and the academy's board meeting today.

You collapsed because you're pushing yourself too hard!

The same reason Grandpa—

Enough! Don't get in my way!

I'm not letting you leave!

I'm sorry.

For forcing you to see Papa with me.

I'm a failure as a sister.

You're suddenly acting like a sister?

I choose to go myself.

It's nothing for you to apologize for.

Why'd you work yourself to this point?

Isn't it weird for a student to be working in the first place?

It's to be a proper successor.

Successor?

You're still a high schooler.

What about your papa?

That's right.

Why not let your father be the successor?

There's no need for you to work this hard...

I agree.

You always spout nonsense, but occasionally even you get something right.

You're right. It'll all be worth it when that day comes.

Mei's papa is incredible.

She's never given me a look like that before.

If I manage to support her as an older sister,

maybe she'll long for me, too?

All right!

First, we need to get your fever down and get you healthy again.

I'll go bring your bags down.

Right!

Momokino-san!

Himeko?

Even if you were in a feverish daze,

you said some super-harsh things to her!

When you're better, make sure you apologize.

And once you two make up, we're going to an amusement park!

Amusement park?

Mei needs her father so much,

so where is he and what is he doing?

Mei-mei's always shouldered things alone since she was very young.

I managed to notice Mei-mei wasn't feeling well, but I...

You're also one to shoulder too much yourself, right?

Why not be more honest with yourself?

Good grief. I'm glad you take everything so easily.

Good day.

What Mei needs isn't love. It's family.

It'd be way easier if I could take it easy.

Mei-mei!

Giving up your love for the person you love...

Loving someone is crazy.

Maybe I'll join the student council, too.

I might be able to help you guys.

If you joined, we'd only have even more work to do.

Why don't you start by following the school rules first?

I'm just a—

Hmm?

Mama?

Welcome home—

Uh?

Um...

Hey! I'm home!

Who are you?

Are you Yuzu-chan?

Huh?

I am, but...

I see. So you're Yuzu-chan!

I've been wanting to meet you!

Now we've met!

Pervert!

Stop that!

What the heck?!

I can't breathe. Don't squeeze!

Cut it out already!

And besides, who the heck are you?!

Why have you barged into our house,

Se...

and how do you know my name—

Sensei?

Huh? Mei's papa?!

Meaning you're my papa?

It's all over now.

Don't try to do it all on your own.

Will you need me?

What can I do for Mei...