The Delinquent Shimizu-san Sitting Next to Me Has Dyed Her Hair Black-Chapter 4Volume .4 - Shimizu-san and Shopping

Shimizu-san and Shopping 4

“Good for you, Shimizu-san.”

“If you’re happy, you should say you’re happy.”

“Shut up! What position do you guys think you’re in?”

“Ah? Like a common friend and supporter for both Daiki and Shimizu-san?”

I’ve always been saved by Toshiya’s brightness, but I never thought he saw himself as a supporter.

“You should work on your own stuff before supporting others.”

“That’s quite a harsh comment. Well, both are important, so I’ll do my best in both.”

“I’m not cheering for you, just so you know.”

“I don’t need anything in return, so that’s fine. Shimizu-san, do your best.”

Toshiya smiled at Shimizu-san, who glared back at him.

“I’ll do it without you telling me.”

“I’m also supporting Matsuoka-kun.”

“Hahaha... Thank you, Seto-san.”

Curious, I glanced outside the window.

The rain had become heavier than when we arrived.

“It doesn’t look like the rain will stop anytime soon.”

The other three turned their gaze toward the window.

“Yeah, it might be pretty bad.”

“It’s gotten more intense than before.”

“Hey, what are we going to do?”

We had planned to return to school once the rain stopped, but at this rate, that might not be possible.

“What can we do? We only have one umbrella, and if we go back in this downpour without one, we’ll definitely catch a cold.”

Everyone fell silent, each probably thinking of a way to solve this situation.

“...I have an idea, is it okay if I say it?”

Seto-san was the first to speak up.

“Yeah, tell us.”

“Since there are no more classes today, there’s no need for all four of us to return to school. So, the person who needs to go back to drop off their things can go to school, then buy three umbrellas and come back here.”

Seto-san’s suggestion could indeed allow everyone to return home without getting wet. However, I had some concerns.

“But with Seto-san’s method, wouldn’t it be tough on the person going back to school alone?”

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“Yeah, there’s a lot of stuff to leave at school, and it’s heavy, so it would be hard for one person.”

If Toshiya, who volunteered to run the errand, says so, it must be true.

“That’s true...”

Seto-san’s expression didn’t change, but her voice sounded slightly disappointed.

“If the problem is going alone, we can solve that.”

“We only have one umbrella, right? ...Ah, I see what you mean?”

Shimizu-san’s comment seemed to make Toshiya realize something.

“There’s no rule that says one person has to use the umbrella alone. Two people can go back to school together and then come back here.”

“So, you mean sharing an umbrella.”

This method would indeed reduce the burden on those returning to school.

“I think it’s a good idea too. Now we just have to decide who goes with whom.”

Considering the need to carry heavy items, I personally think it would be best if Toshiya and I went together.

“I’ll go. After all, it’s because of what I asked for that we’re in this situation, so let me go.”

“I understand. Then the other person will be...”

“I’ll go too.”

“Seto-san!?”

Toshiya exclaimed in surprise. He hadn’t expected Seto-san to volunteer.

“Why?”

“My folding umbrella isn’t very big. Matsuoka-kun is tall, so the last person should be as small as possible. I’m the smallest here. That’s why I think it’s best if I go.”

“Seto-san...”

“Is it not okay if it’s me, Matsuoka-kun?”

Seto-san gazed at Toshiya. The moment she did, Toshiya clutched his chest.

“It’s not that it’s not okay! I actually want to go with you! Let’s share an umbrella together!”

I think Toshiya’s honesty is a virtue.

“Then you two go. Take your time coming back.”

“Shimizu-san, weren’t you not going to cheer for me?”

“This isn’t about cheering. I just want to take it easy.”

“You’re not being honest. Well then, Shimizu-san, enjoy your time alone with Daiki.”

“Wha?!”

“Come on, let’s go, Seto-san.”

“Okay.”

With that, Toshiya and Seto-san picked up their things and left.

“Those guys are becoming a real hassle...”

“Ahaha.”

“Why are you laughing?”

“No, sorry. I’m just happy.”

“What’s there to be happy about?”

“That Shimizu-san has become friends with the two of them.”

“I haven’t become friends with them!”

“That’s how it looks to me.”

Although Shimizu-san denies it with words, I’m sure she actually feels the same way.

“Even if I did become friends with them, what’s in it for you?”

“It’s not about what I gain. I’m simply happy that my friends are getting to know the good side of Shimizu-san.”

“I don’t have a good side.”

“Are you serious about that?”

“Why are you getting so worked up?”

It seems that to Shimizu-san, I appear to be angry.

“I might have said this before, but Shimizu-san, you’re amazing. You’re hardworking, observant, kind, and just being with you makes people feel happy...”

“Enough! There are other customers here!”

Shimizu-san’s face turned bright red. But I can’t stop now.

“Thanks to you, I’m always having fun. There’s no way someone as charming as Shimizu-san doesn’t have good qualities.”

“Wh-wha...”

Having said what I wanted to say, I felt relieved.

After saying so much, Shimizu-san surely wouldn’t think she has no good qualities.

As I thought this, Shimizu-san stood up silently.

“Shimizu-san?”

“...I’m going home.”

“What? But it’s still raining?”

“I’m going home!”

With that, Shimizu-san grabbed her things and ran off.

I hurried to catch up with Shimizu-san but then realized I hadn’t paid yet. I quickly settled the bill.

“Shimizu-san...”

I hadn’t expected her to try to go home in the rain.

I learned the next day that Shimizu-san had taken the day off.