Category: Conversations Between Childhood Friends

“What hairstyle do you think suits a maid outfit? Twin tails, perhaps?” (Asuka)

“Twin tails… wouldn’t it be better for maids to tie it up?” (Ouka)

“You mean like bundling it up at the back to show the nape?” (Asuka)

“Forget about the nape. For maids, a hairstyle that doesn’t get in the way of work is more important than cuteness.” (Ouka)

“I see. So Ouka prefers the nape, huh…” (Asuka)

“No, in that case, I prefer the forehead.” (Ouka)

“Eh? But showing the forehead isn’t that cute, though…” (Asuka)

“It’s fine, isn’t it? A maid with her forehead exposed. It’s even better if she wears glasses.” (Ouka)

“Well, I do have fake glasses, so I could do that…” (Asuka)

“Just curious, but why do you have them?” (Ouka)

“Probably because Mom thought that Ouka would like them. Or was it Dad?” (Asuka)

“Why do your parents know my preferences? That’s kinda scary, you know?” (Ouka)

“It’s probably because of the connection between our families? Plus, the information could come from me.” (Asuka)

“Don’t just casually say things like that… it’s creepy…” (Ouka)

“Oh, speaking of forehead, since Ouka’s also wearing a butler outfit, why not go try to slick it back?” (Asuka)

“Slick it all back? Sure, but you got hair wax or something?” (Ouka)

“Don’t worry, I brought some.” (Asuka)

“Isn’t your preparation a bit too thorough?” (Ouka)

“It’s fine, it’s fine. Just try it.” (Asuka)

“Alright.” (Ouka)

“Exciting! Ouka’s slicked-back hair!” (Asuka)

“How does it look? Does it suit me?” (Ouka)

“It suits you! But Ouka… hasn’t your forehead gotten wider compared to before?” (Asuka)

“Wait, I’m still in high school, you know. I really didn’t want to hear those words.” (Ouka)

“Come on, just let me see. Your forehead. It’s, like, a bit wider…” (Asuka)

“It’s not wider, right? It’s not wider, right, Asuka?” (Ouka)

“*Chuu*” (Asuka)

“Huh?” (Ouka)

“It’s not wider, but for some reason, when I saw it, I felt like giving your forehead a kiss. No regrets.” (Asuka)

“Asuka… You tricked meee!!” (Ouka)

“Haha, your face is all red! It’s fine, it’s just a kiss between childhood friends!” (Asuka)

“Wait, don’t run away! Sneak attacks are unfair! I’ll get you back!” (Ouka)

“Kyaa~! I’m being attacked☆” (Asuka)

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Progress… what’s that? It’s just a kiss behind childhood friends. Nothing wrong here.

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“Ouka, do you like maid uniforms?” (Asuka)

“That’s kind of random, Asuka.” (Ouka)

“Well, Mom was saying that if I’m going to do housework at Ouka’s house, it would be nice if I were to wear a maid uniform.” (Asuka)

“…I wonder what’s she thinking.” (Ouka)

“She gave me this maid uniform earlier.” (Asuka)

“…Oh, I thought it would be some kind of extremely short mini-skirt maid uniform, but it’s rather ordinary. It’s dark navy, with few frills on the white apron.” (Ouka)

“Would you have preferred a mini-skirt, Ouka?” (Asuka)

“No, I actually prefer this kind of maid uniform. It’s dangerous to wear a mini-skirt when cooking.” (Ouka)

“Then how about switching to a mini-skirt after cooking? Actually, I’ve received a few other outfits.” (Asuka)

“Why would it come to that? It’s fine to just keep wearing it as it is.” (Ouka)

“Aw, to think you’d prefer staying in this… Ouka, you have quite the quirky taste.” (Asuka)

“Isn’t your intention changing?” (Ouka)

“Anyway, I’ll try wearing the maid uniform now. Here, this one’s for you, Ouka.” (Asuka)

“…Huh? Am I supposed to wear the maid uniform? No way!” (Ouka)

“No, no, it’s not a maid uniform, it’s a butler uniform… a tailcoat? Anyway, it’s the kind of outfit butlers wear.” (Asuka)

“Why?” (Ouka)

“Because it’s for you.” (Asuka)

“You know that’s not what I mean!” (Ouka)

“Well, Mom said you should wear it too. She said maids and butlers make a good pair.” (Asuka)

“What do you mean ‘pair’… Huh? There’s some paper stuck in the clothes…” (Ouka)

“Mom said that it’s for you.” (Asuka)

“Um… let’s see… ‘I request a sadistic butler scenario.’ What is she saying?!” (Ouka)

“Then that means I’m the one on top right?! Come on, Ouka!! Hurry up and put on the butler uniform!” (Asuka)

“There’s no way I’m wearing that after being told something like that!! Wait, are you already wearing it?!” (Ouka)

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I’m not really sure about the second last line. She’s either really happy about being the sadistic one or really happy about being the victim.

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“Hey, honey? How do you think we can get Asuka and Ouka-kun together?” (Asuka’s mom)

“Huh? Those two still aren’t dating yet? I was sure they were already dating.” (Asuka’s dad)

“They’re not dating.” (Asuka’s mom)

“But Asuka is always hanging out at Ouka-kun’s house, even today?” (Asuka’s dad)

“I think she’s probably going to stay overnight again. She even brought her pajamas with her.” (Asuka’s mom)

“…Why aren’t they dating? There haven’t been any misunderstandings or anything, right?” (Asuka’s dad)

“No misunderstandings. But maybe it’ll be better if there is one…” (Asuka’s mom)

“Don’t force it!! I won’t oppose them dating, but a mom shouldn’t meddle so much!!” (Asuka’s dad)

“I want to at least set them up. Do you have any good ideas?” (Asuka’s mom)

“Hmm… If it’s not working out now, maybe we can try to create a different atmosphere than usual?” (Asuka’s dad)

“A different atmosphere?” (Asuka’s mom)

“Yeah, they are childhood friends, right? If that dynamic is what’s keeping them from getting together… we need to change that atmosphere first.” (Asuka’s dad)

“I see, the atmosphere… changing the atmosphere…” (Asuka’s mom)

“Well, I’m not worried. Knowing those two, they’ll naturally come together eventually. So us adults shouldn’t meddle unnecessarily…” (Asuka’s dad)

“If we’re changing the atmosphere, maybe a maid outfit would do the trick?” (Asuka’s mom)

“Mitori?” (Asuka’s dad)

“Dress Asuka in a maid outfit, and Ouka-kun in a butler outfit… That’s a good idea, a love story between a maid and a butler…” (Asuka’s mom)

“Hey, Mitori-san?” (Asuka’s dad)

“But you know, since I can’t imagine Ouka-kun making aggressive moves, I’ll slip a letter to him, telling him that Asuka’s maid outfit is super sexy, so…” (Asuka’s mom)

“Stop it.” (Asuka’s dad)

“Ow!! What are you doing?” (Asuka’s mom)

“Because you’re about to go out of control and do something ridiculous…” (Asuka’s dad)

“Hmm…” (Asuka’s mom)

“Considering Ouka-kun’s personality, the maid outfit should be more elegant than flashy. A long skirt is probably the best.” (Asuka’s dad)

“Honey!! I’m glad you understand!! Then I’ll go prepare the costumes!!” (Asuka’s mom)

“But Mitori… she’s fast… She’s already gone… Ahh… It’s probably going to fail again…” (Asuka’s dad)

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So I thought that Asuka’s mom was talking to Ouka’s mom, but part of the conversation didn’t make sense… until I read the title of the chapter again. Hananoki is Asuka’s family name.

Also, I somehow failed to notice the ‘Anata’ that was being used referred to ‘honey’ instead of ‘you’. If you’re familiar with Japanese terms, you probably understand what I’m talking about.

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“Come to think of it…” (Asuka)

“Hm? What is it, Asuka?” (Ouka)

“Hey, Ouka, what kind of dishes (Okazu) do you like the most?” (Asuka)

“Huh?” (Ouka)

“Oh, not masturbation material (Okazu). I mean, you already have Asuka-chan…” (Asuka)

“Don’t even go there.” (Ouka)

“Is that not it? Because when I cleaned Ouka’s room, I didn’t find any of that stuff at all. Is it just gravure magazines?” (Asuka)

“…You saw them?” (Ouka)

“Yeah. Are those girls the kind of thing Ouka likes? They had impressive figures, especially in bikinis.” (Asuka)

“I’ll refrain from commenting on that…” (Ouka)

“Next time, shall I wear it for you?” (Asuka)

“Hey, we were supposed to be talking about dishes, right? Why did you even have to ask that?” (Ouka)

“Well, you know. Ouka, you always say all my cooking is delicious, right?” (Asuka)

“That’s right, Asuka. Your cooking is always delicious.” (Ouka)

“But you always say everything is delicious, so I was wondering what your actual favorite dish was.” (Asuka)

“…My favorite… huh… that’s a tough one.” (Ouka)

“Is it?” (Asuka)

“Yeah, it’s tough. All of your dishes are delicious, you know? Choosing the best among them… it’s too difficult.” (Ouka)

“Come on, the kind of dish you never get tired of eating every day. What is it?” (Asuka)

“By the way, what’s your favorite, Asuka?” (Ouka)

“Meat.” (Asuka)

“That’s simple, huh? Well, meat dishes are indeed delicious.” (Ouka)

“Isn’t Ouka the same? Like, fried chicken, hamburgers, tonkatsu (pork cutlet)!” (Asuka)

“But you know, if you eat the same thing every day, you’d get tired of it, right? If I had to eat that every day…” (Ouka)

“Ah, well, I guess that’s normal. Sometimes I want to eat fish too.” (Asuka)

“Mhnn.” (Ouka)

“Well, I guess there’s no point in forcing an answer out of you.” (Asuka)

“Oh, I remembered. There is something I could eat every day.” (Ouka)

“Huh? What is it? Tell me, tell me, so I can plan for the next bento…” (Asuka)

“Asuka’s miso soup.” (Ouka)

“Huh?” (Asuka)

“Asuka’s miso soup, I could drink it every day without getting tired of it.” (Ouka)

“Um… well… I see. I guess I can’t put that in a bento, huh?” (Asuka)

“That’s true. But well, that’s probably the best.” (Ouka)

“Thank you, I’ll keep that in mind…” (Asuka)

“Asuka, your face is red? Did you catch a cold again?” (Ouka)

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This chapter gave me so much trouble. Okazu can mean either dishes or masturbation material for some reason. I’m not sure if I translated the jokes correctly, but that’s the idea.

Then, I’m guessing you understood the miso soup part. If you don’t, there is a common saying that goes “I want to have your miso soup every day” or something like that. It’s basically a marriage proposal but obviously MC is just referring to the dish itself and doesn’t mean it.

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“Huh? Asuka, did you change your hairstyle?” (Ouka)

“Hehehe, today I decided to go with a ponytail!! Today, I’m the strongest!! I’m invincible!!” (Asuka)

“It’s cute but quite unusual. You haven’t done it since the incident where you twisted your neck with a ponytail back then.” (Ouka)

“Oh… that thing…” (Asuka)

“Back in those days, Asuka was…” (Ouka)

“Was I cute? Was I a beauty even back then?” (Asuka)

“You were a total tomboy… more like a leader of the pack…” (Ouka)

“What?! How dare you?! I’m a girl, you know?!” (Asuka)

“I mean, you did beat up all the guys who made fun of ponytails, both mentally and physically.” (Ouka)

“Well, you know, it’s annoying when they pull on your ponytail while saying it’s not cute. I still remember how much my neck hurts from that.” (Asuka)

“Yeah, that’s not how you treat girls. I thought that was uncalled for.” (Ouka)

“Right, but back then, Ouka always stood up for me.” (Asuka)

“I remember I got punched trying to protect you. Honestly, it was quite scary when you went and beat the crap out of the other guys afterwards.” (Ouka)

“It’s one thing to make fun of me, but why did they hit Ouka?! There’s no way I can forgive them!” (Asuka)

“I don’t know, but seeing Asuka going crazy and taking down five guys was… a bit traumatizing.” (Ouka)

“Well, nowadays, it’s impossible, right? There’s just too much of a difference in physique between girls and boys.” (Asuka)

“And remember how the parents of the guy I beat up came and apologized profusely after hearing what happened…? It was pathetic, getting beaten up and then getting scolded by their parents on top of that.” (Ouka)

“Even back then, Ouka, you stood up for me. I really rely on Ouka too much.” (Asuka)

“Even though I was the one saved back then?” (Ouka)

“Speaking of which, Ouka, do you like my ponytail? You always say it’s cute, but you never say if you actually like it or not.” (Asuka)

“…Do I have to say it?” (Ouka)

“Girls want to be complimented, you know?” (Asuka)

“…I like it. I like Asuka’s ponytail too.” (Ouka)

“Yay!” (Asuka)

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It’s kinda amazing that she managed to 5v1. This girl definitely has so innate talent.

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“Hey, boss, our next day off is on the usual date, isn’t it?” (Kamizuru)

“Yes, that’s right. What do you usually do on your days off, Kamizuru-san?” (Boss)

“Ah… Basically, I just laze around at home.” (Kamizuru)

“Don’t you want to go out and have fun?” (Boss)

“It’s just that my days off usually don’t match up with my friends. Some of them are freelancers like me, but they usually have part-time jobs.” (Kamizuru)

“I see. Do you ever go out alone?” (Boss)

“It’s too bothersome to go out alone. If someone is with me, then I’ll feel like going out…” (Kamizuru)

“I see, I understand.” (Boss)

“What do you do on your days off boss?” (Kamizuru)

“Me? Well… I usually read some books or think about what to do for future work.” (Boss)

“You’re still working even on your days off. That sounds tough.” (Kamizuru)

“I do take breaks occasionally. Basically, rest is rest, and work is work.” (Boss)

“Don’t you ever go out for fun?” (Kamizuru)

“As you get older, going out significantly decreases.” (Boss)

“Is that so? Do you go out if there’s a special occasion or opportunity?” (Kamizuru)

“Yeah, when I get invited by friends, I do go out. There are many places like hot springs where I can relax.” (Boss)

“Relaxing, huh? What about exercise…?” (Kamizuru)

“Since work tires me out, I don’t really go exercise. My friends are also in a similar position.” (Boss)

“…I see.” (Kamizuru)

“What’s wrong? You seem down… Did I say something strange?” (Boss)

“No… it’s just… since our next day off is together… I… I was thinking, maybe we could go to the pool together.” (Kamizuru)

“The pool?” (Boss)

“Um… I got a pair ticket from a friend… so I was wondering if… maybe we could go together…? I’ve been wanting to go to the pool for a while…” (Kamizuru)

“With me…?” (Boss)

“Um, if you’re busy or if you don’t want to, it’s okay. Just forget I mentioned it.” (Kamizuru)

“No… Well, yeah, it sounds nice to relax at the pool.” (Boss)

“!! Are you sure?!” (Kamizuru)

“If you’re okay with someone like me, I’d be happy to join you.” (Boss)

“I’m glad…!!” (Kamizuru)

“But, are you sure it’s okay with me? Kamizuru-san might have other plans…” (Boss)

“I don’t!! I want to go with you boss!!” (Kamizuru)

“I see…” (Boss)

“No backing out now that you’ve agreed. I’m looking forward to it!!” (Kamizuru)

“Yeah, I’m looking forward to it too.” (Boss)

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Been sitting on this for a while cause I wasn’t feeling it. But now that one of my LN series is done, I’ll try to drop a chapter every other day.

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“Ah… I see… so this is how it should have been solved. Hishiki, you’re good at teaching.” (Dateyama)

“No, why am I even teaching Dateyama? I mean, I’ll teach you, but…” (Hishiki)

“Because the teacher said so. Although, I told him I feel like I would understand if Hishiki taught me.” (Dateyama)

“You’re just complicating things…” (Hishiki)

“Well, you could have refused from the start. You came to school today for your activities as a library committee member, right? You must be busy.” (Dateyama)

“How did you even know I’m on the library committee?” (Hishiki)

“I know everything about the person I like.” (Dateyama)

“Isn’t Dateyama way more stalker-ish than me?” (Hishiki)

“No, you see, I heard it from my friends in the library committee.” (Dateyama)

“Well, whatever. I like books, so it’s not like it’s a bother.” (Hishiki)

“By the way, I wanted to ask you something…” (Dateyama)

“What? You should at least think about the question for a bit before asking me…” (Hishiki)

“Why would you specifically assign your library committee duties during my supplementary classes?” (Dateyama)

“Huh?” (Hishiki)

“The library committee duties operate like shifts for part-time jobs, right? And, Hishiki’s preferred days just happen to coincide with my supplementary days.” (Dateyama)

“…It’s just a coincidence.” (Hishiki)

“Is it really just a coincidence that they keep overlapping?” (Dateyama)

“It’s purely coincidental. In this world, there are stories of chance encounters at every turn.” (Hishiki)

“Really? So you’re saying that you were hoping to see me?” (Dateyama)

“Don’t get so complacent!! There’s no way that’s true!!” (Hishiki)

“I see…” (Dateyama)

“… … …” (Hishiki)

“… … …” (Dateyama)

“Why are you looking so down… I mean… I guess there might have been a chance we’d run into each other.” (Hishiki)

“!! I see!!” (Dateyama)

“It’s just chance, purely by chance! Don’t be so happy about it!” (Hishiki)

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There’s some progress, I think?

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“Hahh… I’m so tired~ I don’t think I can move anymore today~” (Asuka)

“Are you really that tired?” (Ouka)

“Mhmm… aren’t you tired too, Ouka?” (Asuka)

“Well, it was easier than my usual jogging. Plus, it’s been a while since I touched a pool, so it was fun.” (Ouka)

“Next time let’s go play at a regular pool. I want to go on a waterslide.” (Asuka)

“Ahh, a waterslide does sound nice.” (Ouka)

“Should I be in front with Ouka behind, or should Ouka be in front with me behind?” (Asuka)

“Does it make a difference?” (Ouka)

“It does~ Either Ouka hugs me and gropes my breasts from behind, or I hug Ouka and grope Ouka’s breasts instead.” (Asuka)

“You would fondle me?!” (Ouka)

“Well, Ouka has a nice body, so guhehehe.” (Asuka)

“That’s quite a lame reason. Also, stop laughing like that.” (Ouka)

“Your reaction is dull. Aren’t you happy?” (Asuka)

“What do you plan to do by getting me excited outside? That’s torture, seriously.” (Ouka)

“Oh… That’s a serious response…” (Asuka)

“I mean, if you try to touch someone’s breasts outside, you might end up reported for sexual harassment… It’s scary…” (Ouka)

“Nonono, we can just say that it was consensual!” (Asuka)

“…Still, you might be labeled as a pervert, Asuka.” (Ouka)

“Pervert?! Me, a pervert?!” (Asuka)

“I know. That’s why, during the water slide, no mischief is allowed. It’s dangerous.” (Ouka)

“Okay. Oh, but…” (Asuka)

“Hm?” (Ouka)

“If my bikini top comes off when we hit the water on the water slide, could you quickly cover up for me, Ouka?” (Asuka)

“Does that kind of stuff really happen?” (Ouka)

“It’s common in manga, so please.” (Asuka)

“Alright, alright…” (Ouka)

“Please cover it with both of your hands.” (Asuka)

“That’s the kind of thing that gets you labeled as a pervert!” (Ouka)

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Of course you need to make an ecchi joke at ch 69. Nice.

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“Ahhhh… This is surprisingly tiring… I don’t usually walk such long distances, so my feet hurt…” (Asuka)

“Still, you did pretty well for your first time. You managed about 30 minutes-ish.” (Ouka)

“Ouka~ how are you so unfazed by this…?” (Asuka)

“Well, it’s not that bad compared to my usual jogging routine.” (Ouka)

“Was I trying to keep up with such a fitness monster this entire time…?” (Asuka)

“Look, it’s getting cold in the pool, let’s go to the sauna to warm up.” (Ouka)

“Ehh?!” (Asuka)

“Hm? What’s up, Asuka?” (Ouka)

“A… A sauna? We’re going to the sauna now?” (Asuka)

“Yeah, is that weird or something?” (Ouka)

“Well, um… are we going in together?” (Asuka)

“Yeah. Look, even though it’s warm water, you were in the pool, so you must be feeling cold. We gotta warm up or you’ll catch a cold again.” (Ouka)

“Um…” (Asuka)

“Um?” (Ouka)

“Where do we take off our swimsuits?” (Asuka)

“… Asuka, seriously… do you think that sauna equals going in naked?” (Ouka)

“It is, isn’t it?!” (Asuka)

“Of course not!! You don’t have to take it off! You can stay in your swimsuit.” (Ouka)

“A… Ah… Ahh!! That’s right!! We don’t have to undress, right?!” (Asuka)

“We’re in a public venue, you know?” (Ouka)

“Thank goodness… I thought that either Ouka was being very bold all of a sudden or that this is how gyms normally are.” (Asuka)

“Why would you think that?” (Ouka)

(Asuka)

“Well, isn’t it true that in German saunas, it’s mixed gender and everyone’s naked?!” (Asuka)

“Why do you know that?! This is Japan, so don’t worry about it!!” (Ouka)

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I thought that mixed-gender saunas were only a thing in hentai but I guess not.

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“Ouka~ Sorry to keep you waiting! So, what do you think of this swimsuit I picked out~?” (Asuka)

“Yeah, it suits you, it suits you.” (Ouka)

“Is it cute?” (Asuka)

“It’s cute, it’s cute. It’s better for the gym too.” (Ouka)

“Yay~ I’m glad you like it! I tried on various ones yesterday, like competitive swimwear, one-piece, two-piece, tankinis… But in the end, I settled on this fitness swimsuit. Isn’t it disappointing for you, Ouka, because it covers less?” (Asuka)

“Asuka-san, please don’t say such unkind things. When have I ever been disappointed?” (Ouka)

“Competitive swimsuit…” (Asuka)

“No comment.” (Ouka)

“Come to think of it, are we swimming in the gym’s pool today? I’m not really good at swimming, you know?” (Asuka)

“Nah, we’re just walking in the pool today. There’s a dedicated walking track here. You can see a few people walking over there.” (Ouka)

“Walking, huh? Sounds easy and nice.” (Asuka)

“For Asuka, you can build up your stamina for jogging first through walking… but you have to do it with the right form.” (Ouka)

“Really? Can’t I just walk normally like how I do when I come back from school?” (Asuka)

“That’s different. When in water, you need to spread your legs wide and walk slowly so the water comes up to your shoulders.” (Ouka)

“O-Ouka… that’s too direct… telling me to ‘spread my legs’… that’s something you say in private, not in public…” (Asuka)

“Stop whispering about sexual harassment just because there are people around. And besides, I’m not that kind of guy…” (Ouka)

“Hmm, spreading your legs wide… kind of like walking a bit exaggeratedly?” (Asuka)

“Yeah, something like that. Well, I’ll show you how to do it, so watch from behind.” (Ouka)

“Eh?! Aren’t we supposed to walk side by side?” (Asuka)

“Why would we?” (Ouka)

“I thought we’d walk side by side while linking our arms underwater…” (Asuka)

“That sounds difficult, dangerous, and just awkward, so let’s pass on that… We’ll prioritize safety and do it properly.” (Ouka)

“Got it, Ouka-sensei! I’m counting on you!” (Asuka)

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If it’s hard to picture the walking, it’s because I don’t really understand the walking part myself. Maybe I goofed up the translation somewhere.

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