"I knew you were a smartass, but I didn't take you for stupid, Hyunda. You two know where to go, or do I need to spell it out?"

"No need."

It happened so fast. As soon as we entered the classroom, Basara-sensei greeted us both with those cold words.

On the other hand, Hyunda closed the door that he had opened subsequently, as he heeded Basara-sensei's words.

Confused, I asked Hyunda where we were going, since Hyunda started walking back to the entrance of block F.

"Ummm, where are we going...?"

"To the principal's office. That's what he implied. You and me, to the principal's office."

"E-Ehhh!? Isn't that bad?! Like, really, really bad?! Couldn't that endanger our positions?!"

But why are we going to the principal's office though...? Is that demon seriously mad just because we were spending time with each other?

Perhaps the most precious time of my entire life thus far. No. No. No! That's not a 'perhaps'. It is my precious time thus far!

After all, we k-k-ki--- Gaah, it really happened!!

"Yes. But, I was already planning on doing this either way."

"Wait, what?"

What is he saying? Why would you want to go to the principal's office like that?!

"I purposely created a situation where we would arrive late and receive this punishment. Sincerely, I had no way of knowing that it would work one-hundred percent, but it worked."

Then...

"So what just happened a while ago... That was all an ac---"

"No, it wasn't. Think about it for a bit, couldn't I have simply avoided the situation if I wanted to? I provoked the situation because it needed to be solved. Or, would you prefer if I had avoided the situation?"

He's not being so reserved anymore! He's speaking his honest thoughts! Finally...

I can see that side of you... That side where you are genuine about what you say and not reserved on purpose.

"No! No! Not at all! I didn't know, sorry, hahaha..."

Once again, we walked through the entrance of block F and kept on walking towards our final destination.

Geez, why do we have to eventually stop...?

It would be a lot better if we could talk forever, wouldn't it? And the way he held me... I'm definitely not forgetting that. I'll go down to my memory lane every single moment that I am not with you, Hyunda.

"Arkalee, are you good at acting?"

"Um... Well, I think so... I'm really dishonest in front of many people, haha..."

Not around you though! Well... Until I can gather all my guts and confess my sentiments that is.

But we kissed! So, um, does that make him my boyfriend by default...?

I'm nervous to ask... His possible rejection might spell death to me, quite honestly.

"Can you be dishonest in front of the principal? Or is that too much to ask?"

"I think as long as you tell me why, I won't mind the request."

Though, to be fair, I can pretty much do any request that he gives me without a reason behind it as long as it doesn't involve someone else.

That's where it gets unacceptable.

"I need to find out what sort of person the principal is. Which is why I'll ask you this request. Can you act like you are my real girlfriend?"

"Sorry?"

Um, wait.

Why did I say that?! Am I stupid or something?!

"I am asking if you can act like my girlfriend. I need to see his reaction in the face of that. Is it too much for you?"

"A-Ah, no! Not at all! I'm fine with that!"

More than fine, actually! Never did I imagine that he would ask such a romantic request! B-But, just what are you going to do with me....?

Will we kiss again? Or will we try something new? I want to try cuddling if possible. It shouldn't be too much, right?

"Thanks. I said that my authority is supreme, but I'll still consider your feelings first, so I won't be a tyrant about it. Here is something you should know about this act. Accordingly, we have known each other for years. 10 years. We are childhood friends who fell in love with each other at a young age. However, eventually, at one point, I had to move to another different city which caused us to be separated. After many years later, we met each other in our class through an encounter of pure fate. In other words, our love should be powerful and the principal has to get that impression."

Wow, that's a lot of details...

"Okay, I got it. But you know what else we should try? Like, physical contact! It's really important to try physical contact whenever portraying an act of romance, right?"

Unknowingly, I got brutally honest and suggested a plethora of things that caused my thoughts to steam and my face to glow red in response.

"I'm aware. Though, what sort of physical contact gestures do you want to do? I need to know your limits, for the record."

"U-Um... Should we be really bold or should we slow down when it comes down to it...? Because we will be in front of the principal!"

I really want this. I won't bother to deny it for whatever reason I might have. I know I'm being sentimental and acting out of reason, but I can't help myself...

I want to feel loved, even if it means via physical acts. The commitment to physical affection should mean something, right, right!?

"We should be bold. I'm talking about kissing, but not just kissing on the lips. French kiss, forehead kiss, earlobe kiss, and neck kiss. Also, act like you are really physically clingy to me. As if you are dependent on my body all the time."

Why can't I record this moment into a tape? Oh, wait... I can just make a voice tape out of this!

No, not just this, but every single moment! How have I not thought about this before!? What an idiot I am! I'm sure that if I'm able to listen to his voice every time saying stuff like this then I'll sleep soundly!

With that in mind, I quickly started recording this conversation without a second thought.

"Sorry, could you say that again?"

"What? You heard me loud and clear."

"Mhmmm! I don't think I have, hehehe."

"I said that we are going to go with various types of kisses and that you should be clingy in order to portray the act. With that said, do you know those types of kisses or do you need a demonstration?"

That's a really complex question. You see, my love, I do know them.

But if I answer with a 'yes', you'll answer me with a 'no' when it comes to receiving that 'demonstration'.

"Maybe I do..."

"Well, I can't now. We are already in block A. Were you too focused on the conversation to notice?"

"Oh...."

That is true. We are already in front of the enormous block A, which is by far the biggest block. I have no clue why this block in specific has almost the structure of a palace.

Not only is that bizarre but it's really exaggerated too...

Still...

"U-Um... I'm free to act as I see fit, right...?!"

"Yes. I'll do the same. Act as if I am your boyfriend and I'll act as if you are my girlfriend. Do you have any doubts regarding this?"

"Nope!"

All in all, I just wish Ikkiri could see this. What would her reaction be? I'm dying to know.

Principal's office.

Arriving at the final destination, as soon as we both walked in, I clung onto Hyunda's right arm without a second thought and put it in the middle of my chest.

"Kiss me."

It hadn't even been a good ten seconds and we were already starting the act. Hyunda replied well to my order, by kissing me with deep intensity.

This new climax bewildered me insanely.

"What is this? Behave yourselves."

Unfortunately, the one who was the most bewildered was the infamous principal that Hyunda had mentioned earlier. Clean shiny bald head and stern glasses. Yuk.

Despite this, Hyunda just kept on going further and further and slammed me into the wall.

As much as I deeply enjoyed this moment, I had to separate him shortly just so he could see the current situation and there's also the fact that the principal is illy staring at us right now.

"H-Hey, we aren't in front of the principal...!"

"So?"

"W-We have to behave ourselves in front of him, remember?"

"Tch. Fine."

Showing visible anger, Hyunda took a seat in one of the chairs that were in front of the principal's desk.

Unlike his usual monochrome expression, he showed a more revolted expression this time around, which implied that he was angry about being separated from me.

Naturally, I also took a seat too. However, I did not let go of his arm. Not a single bit.

"First of all, identify yourselves. Second of all, don't repeat that sort of behavior ever again."

"Why are you talking to my girl like that? Be nicer!"

Oh my god.

"Cease that behavior right away. What's your name? And what class are you from?"

"Hajime Hyunda. Remember that name well."

Oh my god. Oh my god. Oh my god.

"E-Erm, we are from class 1-F! Sorry for my boyfriend's rude behavior! He didn't mean it, I swear!"

I am going to go crazy once I lock myself in my room later on.

"I want to hear it from him. Apologize."

Unhappy, the principal took out his anger on Hyunda, who looked extremely displeased with the current scenario.

I pondered what sort of answer he was going to give in the meantime.

"Apologize for what exactly? Making my girlfriend happy? No way in hell am I apologizing for that!"

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"You youngsters are so troublesome. My point was not to criticize your relationship, but the way you acted."

This is being recorded, right? Yup. With a simple glance at my phone, I secretly took note of the ongoing footage being currently recorded.

I'll save the over-reactions for later. I have to do my role now.

"Ahh, principal, we are very much sorry about it! It's just, we are so deeply in love with one another that we can't help it! We didn't mean to upset you!"

"That's right! After being away for so many years, we finally got to see each other again through a bizarre coincidence. Don't make light of our love."

My only regret is that this is just an act. More importantly, though, the principal still remained with a stiff expression.

He wasn't exactly buying our argument well...

"I should start forbidding relationships in this school already. Do you two honestly think that your teenage love will last? Give it a few years and it will all be gone."

Hyunda looked ready to argue against the principal but I exploded before he could.

"That's not true at all! We plan on getting married after we graduate! It's not just a teenage love! Even our parents tell us that! They are wrong! Everyone's wrong! Our love and passion for one another will surpass your mediocre and irrelevant expectations so please stop saying stuff like that!!"

"We even started already thinking about what names we are going to give our future kids! Don't you dare mock us like that!"

Hyunda, don't go that far, please. I might pass out.

"I see. Let's suppose that's the case. Hajime, wouldn't you argue that it would be wise to ensure that there is a better future for you and your partner to be in?"

"Ho?! For once we agree! I hope you're not implying that I won't be able to give her a future because I god damn will!"

I am so wet right now that rain can't even compare.

"Not if you keep that sort of behavior up. Do you realize how naive you are being by suggesting that you can bring a better future when your actions are controlled by your emotions?"

"What!? Is there something wrong with the way I feel!? Are you trying to tell me that my love for this beautiful jewel right here isn't good enough?! Heh. Then, I'll have you witness it."

It's not as if I wasn't expecting a rash movement like that, but Hyunda went straight for my neck with a kiss.

Unlike his previous neck bites, he started by slowly climbing the low base of my neck all the way up while shamelessly engaging in this passionate act.

"A-Ahh!"

As much as I tried to resist it, it was ultimately impossible to...!

"And next..."

His mysterious words grew on me suddenly as I knew not what he would do next. It was an undeniable sensation. Every part of me felt completely loved within every movement that he made on me.

The way he tingled my ear with his soft lips and how our lips intertwined in such a romantic way afterward.

That alone was enough to make me forget that we were actually shamelessly conducting passionate kissing in front of the principal.

"A-Ahh! Sorry! We just can't control it...!"

I'm losing my mind in the process of all this. Is any of this real?

I can probably make this recording into a song and put it on a playlist. I'll loop it and play it over and over until the end of my days.

This isn't an obsession, hahaha. This is purely normal.

"You don't seem impressed, mister principal. Why the long face?"

After Hyunda disconnected a bit from me but not entirely, he returned his words back to the principal who for some reason allowed us to go with that passionate act.

"I am not impressed. Unfortunately, your stereotype is the least of my favorites. The typical boyfriend who attempts to make the girlfriend happy by only showing physical acts but not profitable acts instead. Alas, your girlfriend isn't much better from this perspective either. You are making her blind by the delusional 'love' you are giving her."

Kill yourself.

You don't even have a marriage ring with you. You miserable piece of shit. How dare you label us as a 'stereotype'?!

"Oh? You're defending my girlfriend's decision a lot. Got a crush on her?"

"It's that naivety of yours that will cost you your future. Therefore, I suggest you two to think about your decisions better logically instead of acting emotionally. Entering a classroom 20 minutes late is unacceptable. Additionally, you two should break up and think about your lives better."

I was ready to retort immediately as soon as I heard the stupid nonsense this shithead had just spoken out to both of us yet this time, Hyunda covered me.

"She's my life. So, your suggestion is invalid. Any more brilliant ideas, Megamind?"

"It seems I can't get my point across with you. What's your name?"

"Kitsuya Arkalee!"

Changing his projector, the principal asked me that.

"She's my life."

It's getting harder to contain all this tension inside me right now. Physically speaking, I'm at my wit's end.

I know this is just an act, but I would give everything for this to not be an act and be the real thing.

Someday, please say these exact same words to me again, Hyunda. It's only a matter of time before I start craving them badly.

No...

I already am...

"Do me a favor and put some sense into him. I don't want to see you both here again. Make this the first and last time, preferably. I'll have you two get a warning accumulated. I won't be so sympathetic next time. That's why I'm saying that this should be the only time."

"I'll see what I can do! Thank you so much for going easy on us! We couldn't be more grateful!"

It's really good that we only got a warning but I don't want this to repeat again. I can't endanger my position and my love's position too.

My dream, which is to make that whole class disappear is still tangible. Of course, Hyunda and I are exceptions.

The dream's essence is that everyone else will be eliminated thus creating heaven for me and Hyunda!

I. Can. Not. Wait.

That aside, on our way out, Hyunda hugged me from behind while embracing the back of my body entirely.

It saddened me though. No matter how much I would try to slow down, we would eventually reach that door.

Why can't that door which will spell the end of this act be a mile away instead?

Why so close? Go away. I'm feeling good right now.

Why? Why? Why?

Every time that a good moment happens, there is always an end to it. I don't like that!

I.... just want to be loved, that's all...

"It's over. You can let go now."

"...Okay..."

You really didn't have to put it like that....

I knew from the start that the moment we both walked outside of the door that this act would be over.

"You're good at this."

"O-Oh? You too! That was really good for an act! Um, you know, I read somewhere that you need to be fine with all sorts of physical contact such as kissing when acting in a romantic scenario, so this was completely natural!"

"Hm? You seemed to be way into it though. Or am I just imagining things?"

"Eh?! You probably are, hahaha! I'm just really good at acting, apparently!"

There's no way that's true because that wasn't an act. Hyunda, I have to question your common sense, honestly.

No one would just do this unless there are obvious romantic feelings involved.

Notice it already...

"Vamptastic plum. That's really rare for a lipstick choice. Well, it tastes pretty good, I won't lie."

"Oh, you noticed...?"

I didn't expect him to know... The truth is, I have a vast collection of lipsticks, but vamptastic plum is indeed quite rare.

However, I will need more apparently. Because when I run out of vamptastic plum lipsticks, I won't be able to make my lips be as luscious and appetizing to the love of my life.

"How could I not? We kissed, didn't we? I was bound to notice. Well, that was fun. Did you have fun, or was it a bad experience? Be honest with me."

"Yes! I really liked it! It was fun lying in front of the president like that! Hahaha, he actually thought that we were in a relationship and that we were some irresponsible teenagers dreaming about our idea of love collectively..."

It wasn't fun.

Lying about being in a relationship when I actually want to be in a relationship with Hyunda is the worst feeling I have ever gotten thus far.

Nothing comes close to this. This staggering feeling creeps me.

"I'm glad you enjoyed it. I might need a favor like this in the future. But for now, tell me what you know about Yulia, Arkalee."

Hearing that whore's name made my skin crawl instantly. We were on our way back to the classroom, but it didn't make me any more satisfied having to hear another girl's name.

While at it, I'll just say this.

"Before that, I have a favor to ask. I'm using the equivalent exchange, which means I'll be owning you."

"Sure, I'm listening."

"I want every girl's name that isn't mine banned from our conversations."

Honestly, not just our conversations. I just don't want you to mention another girl's name again. Point.

"That's way too inconvenient. How am I supposed to address them if I can't say their names? Do I use some sort of specific code whenever I want to mention them?"

Well, my love, you see...

"Don't worry! You just don't have to mention them and you won't have to worry about the inconvenience factor!"

It's so simple! Just don't mention them and it's solved. So, so simple, if you think about it.

Why say another girl's name when you can just say mine? Your dictionary should only have my name in it, not another name!

"I don't understand. Why do you want this?"

"It annoys me when you mention other girls. I'm just being honest. As to why it's because I hate every single one of them. You understand, right?!"

Not to worry. Ikkiri, you get a special type of hatred from me. All the way.

"But why do you hate them so much? That's what I want to know."

Ahhh... It's really not that I hate them THAT much. It's just...

You seeeeee...

Other organisms that aren't you, are automatically inferior to your majestic peerless being. Therefore...

I love you so much that I have to hate all others consequently.

"That's... Because you said you would treat me specially... So I thought that you would make this exception for me always..."

"I'll keep my word on that, I promise. That still doesn't explain why you hate them that much."

Ahhh, geeeeez, you blockhead. Dense idiot. Even Jupiter's clouds aren't this dense!

"Look... They don't have the same relationship we do, so... They should be excluded from our conversations... I think it makes all sorts of conceivable sense..."

Ikkiri's name is banned so why is he going so far for this...?!

Please Hyunda... You said you would treat me specially...

"It's true that they don't have that nor will they ever have. However, I will need to mention them in the future potentially. I can't have you get mad every time. I don't feel anything towards any of them. Are you worried that might be the case?"

"Maybe. But why will you need to mention them in the future....?"

Hyunda...

This will go on? Is that what you have just said...? God... At this rate...

"For future events. I can't erase the possibility of needing to know something regarding them."

Not even glancing upon this clear cerulean sky is easing my doubts. My heart feels pain every time this type of argument is formed.

None of us are being dramatic, but still... 

"Can't you just grant me this favor without knowing why I want that favor?"

"Then, will you grant me favors without knowing why I want those favors?" 

Using my argument against me. You're a bully...

"Actually, Arkalee.... The only reason I would ever mention another girl's name is to ask you to investigate them regarding something about them. But, that doesn't have to be the case."

"Eh? What are you saying, Hyunda?"

"I'm saying, if you want, I can agree with your rule."

That's reassuring to hear... Finally... I'll be able to...

"But you know, if I can't rely on you, I'll have to speak to them directly. In other words, I'll have to approach them in ways that you might not lik---"

"Stop. Look, we'll do it like this... Every time you want to mention a girl's name, you'll have to ask for my permission, okay? Depending on my mood, I'll give you either a positive or negative answer..."

I had to stop him from speaking that mountain of nonsense.

Approaching them directly?

Are you trying to insinuate that I should proceed to kill myself?

I don't want to die yet, my love.

"What happens if you are never in the mood to give me a positive answer?"

....................

Busted...

I was really hoping that he wouldn't notice the simple flaw... So much for that.

"That won't be the case... Ask for my mood before that. Here is the sequence... Step one, you ask how my mood is. Step two, depending on my mood, you either choose to ask me about something appropriate or if my mood is good, you can ask me if you can talk about a certain girl. Step three, in a very reductant manner, you may address that girl as something that is lower than garbage. There, I just gave you a quick tutorial!"

We need to establish some rules... Hyunda needs to stop caring about others, even if it's on a very low scale.

Caring is caring, there are no exceptions.

Except me, of course.

"That's really nice, Arkalee. Hey. I'm trying not to remind you, but you do remember that you agreed to be mine and that my authority was supreme, correct?"

"..."

I just wanted you to show a bit of caring for my mood and my emotions, that's all...

Why do you make me so happy yet so sad at the same time, Hyunda?

"I'll follow your tutorial though. So, how's your mood now, Arkalee?"

"Very shaken. In order to be back at its regular pace and stability, words of praise might help..."

A single 'I love you' would bring me to my knees and I would cry in your arms while saying 'Yes' infinitely though.

Just in case you want to truly do what's correct, my love!

"What do you to be praised about?"

"Be original!"

It's easy if I tell you, but I actually want you to surprise me.

"Oh... I guess I forgot to mention... You're not as annoying as you were before."

"Please don't tell me that's your best choice of words..."

"It's not. You are more distinctive now. By letting your honest thoughts out, I'm able to know you more. Your personality has become more open. See? The 'Honesty' step is working. By being honest, I can see glimpses of your personality. Although you are extremely sensitive, you seem to care a lot."

A-Ah...

"W-Well.... Maybe my mood is a bit better... A few more words please...!"

I'm more distinctive now...? Geez, you could've told me that earlier... Don't make me insist on knowing this just for me to know it...

And yes.

I am sensitive but that's because I care a lot.

"I know this isn't exactly praise, but, in all honesty, I'm somewhat glad that that was your first kiss. There's always something special about the first time because the first time will never be repeated again."

Okay, better now.

Reliving that exotic moment where we traded that kiss in such a quick beat bombards my heart.

"Alright, my mood is good now. Sooo... What will it be...?"

"You already know it. Or do I have to mention her name?"

"No need! Erm, let me just remind myself what sort of information I have got."

No offense to Yulia, but if you were in the middle of a fire, I would throw you into the sea of flames without a second thought.

It's really nothing personal. Nothing will ever come in our way, AS LONG AS it doesn't involve the love of my life.

That's where things get complicated, you bitch. You have your man, so back the fuck off.

Now...

What I have learned from Yulia thus far, which is quite minimal is that Daniel always leaves around lunchtime, which is a signal that he's purposely avoiding Yulia. Furthermore, Yulia's sensitive to the topic of cheating.

To the point of not being able to finish a single sentence when it comes to that topic. Therefore, she has a considerable amount of anxiety but doesn't want to show it.

Also...

Daniel is probably cheating on her, not the other way around. I'll have to alert Hyunda on his misconception.

Trash is not worth saving, my love. Realize that already.

Thanks.

"Okay, okay. This is very minimal and I can without a doubt get more, but since our time was short, I think it's understandable."

"Don't mind it. Go on."

.......You really want to know Yulia that badly...?

At least act disinterested. That'll make me feel less hurt...

"....You said how you are doing this to prevent Daniel from getting cheated on, but... I think it's the other way around, Hyunda..."

"How so?"

"Did you know that Daniel always goes missing during lunchtime? He never explains why this is the case to Yulia. Don't you think the possibility of him having an affair with someone else in class quite high? For example, Lus?"

Not that I pay a great deal of attention to Lus or Daniel, but they have both exhibited intense interactions.

"Not possible. Daniel has told me that he hates her more than anything in this world. Tell me more about Yulia though."

.........................

"Erm! She suffers from anxiety! I tried to talk about the possibility of Daniel cheating on her but she got extremely sad in the process which should indicate something. She most likely fears rejection or the possibility of getting cheated on."

"I see. That is interesting..."

No, it's not. Don't lie to yourself. Yulia's problems might be incredibly relatable but in all honesty, it's HER problems.

Not yours. Therefore... Don't bother yourself with her, please...

"Anything else?"

"Um... Um... She's pretty reserved when not around Sana."

"Why though?"

"That's because she and Sana are good friends."

Or at least that's the impression that I got.

"Either way, that's it. I'm sorry if this information was lackluster..."

"No, it's actually really helpful. Keep at it. If you learn anything new regarding Yulia, then report to me at once, got it?"

"Yes..."

I know that I'm technically yours but the way you treated me just now... Like I'm some sort of subordinate or something...

And in the meantime, we had arrived at block F. We've walked a lot today...

Tired...

"...Hey, Hyunda?"

"What?"

Every single time that I watch you from behind, you seem so distant. Yet we deeply connected today, right?

I don't want that to stop...

"When can we repeat something like that again...?"

"Sooner than you expect. It all depends on how fast you deliver the goods. If you get me."

.............

You make me feel so inexplicitly perplexed.