Hikigaya Komachi was a smart girl.
At the same time, she was also an excellent little sister.
Though she had many small schemes, they were all well-intentioned.
That was why, when Su Yu told her a lot—especially about Hikigaya Hachiman—she would definitely help.
Poor Hikigaya Hachiman.
He still had no idea that his summer vacation had already been planned out.
Morning.
Totsuka Saika's tennis skills had improved significantly.
Under the guidance of a professional coach, he learned many things he hadn't understood before.
As for Hayama Hayato, his relationship with Hikigaya Hachiman improved—just a little.
Hikigaya Komachi also practiced tennis under Su Yu's guidance, with a ball machine as her opponent.
When Totsuka Saika was taking a break, Su Yu played a match against the professional coach and earned the other's praise.
The coach said that Su Yu had skills surpassing those of a high school student.
If Su Yu were to participate in a high school-level tennis tournament, he would undoubtedly become the champion.
However, Su Yu wasn't interested in that—he simply wanted to test how much his enhanced physique contributed to his tennis performance.
After trying it out, he came to a conclusion:
With just a bit more improvement, becoming a professional tennis player wouldn't be out of reach.
Lunchtime.
The group headed to a ramen shop recommended by Su Yu.
The ramen shop owner smiled when he saw Su Yu.
"You didn't bring your girlfriend today?"
"Just here for the best ramen."
Su Yu shook his head and took a seat.
"What's the best ramen?" Totsuka Saika asked curiously.
"It's probably whatever the ramen shop owner thinks is best. Right, Su Yu-nii?" Hikigaya Komachi said with a smile.
"Rather than deciding for yourself, why not let a reliable chef choose for you?" Su Yu looked at the menu.
"Indecisiveness, huh?" Hikigaya Hachiman muttered.
The shop wasn't too crowded.
The ramen shop owner quickly prepared the ramen and placed five bowls in front of them.
Su Yu's ramen was different from last time again.
The five of them were hungry, so they didn't say much before digging in.
Hikigaya Komachi took a bite and her eyes lit up.
"Ramen Oji-san, this ramen is amazing!"
"Thanks for the compliment, little girl. Come again next time, and I'll add extra toppings for you." The shop owner chuckled.
"Mm! I'll definitely come back." Hikigaya Komachi beamed.
"Hayama, what do you think?" Su Yu glanced at Hayama Hayato.
"It's changed my perception of ramen," Hayama commented seriously.
"Hayama-kun, you don't visit ramen shops often, do you?" Totsuka Saika asked.
Hayama Hayato nodded.
He had only been to a ramen shop less than five times.
The most memorable ramen for him wasn't from any shop—it was instant ramen.
"When you're exhausted, even food that's not particularly good can taste delicious," Su Yu remarked as he continued eating.
"Good food tastes even better," Hayama said with a small smile.
Before long, the five finished their meal.
Totsuka Saika hesitated for a moment before looking at Su Yu.
"I booked the entire day for this," Su Yu reassured him.
"Thank you, Su Yu-kun!" Totsuka Saika's face lit up.
"Hikigaya, shall we continue?" Hayama Hayato asked Hikigaya Hachiman.
"…Fine." Hachiman, feeling the gaze beside him, reluctantly agreed.
"Komachi, want to go shopping?" Su Yu turned to Hikigaya Komachi.
"Huh? Sure," Komachi was momentarily stunned before responding.
Hikigaya Hachiman frowned, about to protest, when he felt a tug on his sleeve.
He looked over at Totsuka Saika.
Totsuka blinked at him.
Hachiman suddenly recalled Su Yu's family situation and fell silent.
A few minutes later, the five of them parted ways in front of the ramen shop.
Hikigaya Komachi watched her brother leave before turning to Su Yu.
"Su Yu-nii, where are we going?"
"Want to visit my company?"
Su Yu checked the time and asked her.
"Is that okay?" Hikigaya Komachi blinked.
"Let's go."
Su Yu hailed a passing taxi.
Thirty minutes later.
They arrived in front of Flash Animation Studio.
Hikigaya Komachi looked at the building in surprise.
She had expected a small company—not this…
"This is my girlfriend's family business. I just have some things to take care of here," Su Yu explained.
"Su Yu-nii's girlfriend… is amazing," Komachi murmured.
"She really is. She makes money for me."
Su Yu spoke as he walked into the building.
"…"
For a moment, Hikigaya Komachi had the strange feeling that Su Yu-nii was some kind of kept man.
However, the moment she stepped into Flash Animation, she realized that wasn't the case.
Everyone who saw Su Yu stopped, bowed slightly, and greeted him respectfully:
"Young Master Su Yu."
Su Yu remained calm as he stepped into the elevator, pressing the button for Studio Three's floor.
Hikigaya Komachi stared at Su Yu's back.
She had definitely been wrong about him.
The elevator soon stopped.
Su Yu and Komachi stepped out.
Miura Yumiko wasn't on this floor—Su Yu was here to see Ebina Hina.
The moment he entered Studio Three, he saw Ebina Hina staring at her screen.
Su Yu thought for a moment, then turned to Komachi.
"Wait here. Don't follow me."
"…O-Okay."
Komachi, slightly confused, stayed where she was.
Su Yu silently walked up behind Ebina Hina.
The surrounding staff saw this but didn't dare to warn her.
Su Yu could see exactly what was on her screen—something very inappropriate.
He placed a hand on Ebina Hina's shoulder.
"Ebina-san, it's work hours."
"Su Yu-kun, perfect timing! I just got inspiration—want to take a look?"
Instead of panicking, Ebina Hina looked thrilled.
"No. Let the animation writers review it."
Su Yu rejected her without hesitation.
"My story is perfectly serious. The… not-so-serious ones are saved elsewhere," Ebina Hina adjusted her glasses.
"I hope you don't get arrested."
Su Yu placed a hand over hers and closed the webpage.
"Su Yu-kun…"
Ebina Hina looked at him resentfully.
"How's Yumiko's audition going?" Su Yu let go of her hand.
"I'm not sure. She said it went well, so I stayed here collecting material."
Ebina Hina checked the time.
Su Yu didn't ask further and turned to leave.
Ebina Hina stood up and followed him.
The two returned to where Hikigaya Komachi was waiting.
Before Su Yu could introduce her, he noticed Ebina Hina's strange expression.
"…This is Hikigaya Hachiman's sister."
Su Yu sighed.
"Su Yu-kun, aren't you and Hikigaya friends? Why are you doing something like this?"
Ebina Hina looked even more shocked.
"… …"
Su Yu, Hikigaya Komachi:???