The Odd One Out (2)

…There! The turkey’s been plated, and it tastes perfect! That’s Yuki-nii for you!

Still…

(I don’t think Kuguri-san’s lifted a finger ever since we spoke…)

(Since it’s a special occasion, I’d really like it if Kuguri-san helped out with preparations. I just can’t figure out a good way to get him to do that…)

(Oh, I know!)

Oh? Did you change your mind, cica?

Nope! I just need to grab that box from the shelf behind you, Kuguri-san.

Oh really. Good luck with that.

(He doesn’t look all that interested, but I guess there’s no harm in trying anyway…)

Hmm, it’s hard to reach because I’m too short… If only there was someone around to help me.

……

Ufufu. What an inelegant attempt at seduction.

I suppose it could serve as a nice side dish¹, though… So, what are you planning?

(Ughhh…! It just feels like he’s enjoying seeing me struggle…!)

(I give up… There’s no way I’m gonna get Kuguri-san to do anything. I’ll just take care of this box myself for now.)

Eep!

(Crap! I tried to reach for it on my tiptoes and lost my balance…!)

Good grief… You’re being too reckless.

Kuguri-san…! Good catch…

(W-wait! He’s so close!)

Oh? I’m standing right behind you and you won’t run away? Did you want to be enveloped in my scent?

N-No! I’m holding up the box from underneath, so I can’t move…!

So what I’m hearing is that unless I set down this box, you won’t be able to use your hands… ♪

That goes for you too!

Ufufu… Wanna try something new? The tips of your ears are bright red, cica.

Well… I’ll move out of the way now.

(Pant pant)… I thought my heart was gonna fly out of my chest…

(Kuguri-san’s nice scent and the smell of the wine’s making me all dizzy…)

Looks like you’ve gotten quite good at seduction.

I wasn’t trying to seduce you or anything… but thanks for the help.

Don’t mention it. I got to see something wonderful out of it.

I-I should also be thanking you for helping to set up the party, Kuguri-san!

Good grief… you’re so fussy. Well, I suppose I did end up getting involved in this.

Well. Now that my bottle is empty… who should I play with next?

(I feel like… I just ended up showing Kuguri-san a pathetic side of me…)

(I hope he’ll enjoy the Christmas party too!)