On the day before the start of the summer vacation, a paper with grade ranking was distributed to the students along with the distribution of the notice sheet.

"Fifth place. It's better than before."

Looking at the results of the school simulation, Yushi nodded satisfactorily.

The number of students in high school attending Yu Chong is about 300.

After all, it was a high school classified as "advanced school”, so the fifth place there was a very proud ranking.

(Will Snowcastle rank first?

In principle, only the person is informed of the grade ranking.

However, since more than ten students are posted in front of the staff room, you can see it by going to see it.

Normally, Yu Chong thinks that it doesn't matter what other people's ranking is, but I felt like going to take a look at it this time.

So Yucho went to see the ranking chart.

Sometimes it was a little crowded just after being protruded.

"Snowcastle... is it still number one this time?"

It seems that the effort has borne fruit.

I feel a little happy even though it's not about me.

Hee, Mr. Snowcastle, I'm number one this time.

"Looks like...", Ayaka!?

"Hey, Yuzuran"

Soon afterwards, the orange incense was just beside the string.

For some reason, she is laughing with a smile.

Yu String somehow had a bad feeling.

"Hey, Yuzuran. Why did you wonder about the ranking of Airissa at Yuki Castle?

"It's the same class, so it's not crazy, is it?

Er, I don't know. Yuzuru, unless it's the grades of someone close to you, you're not interested. "

As always, Yu String sighs when she is a woman of good instinct.

Then he gave a glimpse into the ranking chart.....

"That's right, Ayaka. Congratulations, third place."

"Yeah, same as last time. By the way, Soichiro is in eighth place, and Hayashi-san is in tenth place."

"Yuri Tenka... you're smart."

The impression from her appearance seemed very serious, so it was not so surprising that she was smart.

"So, Yuzuran. Why do you care about Snowcastle's ranking, even if it doesn't matter to you? Wow, you look like you don't like it openly. I don't want to be interrogated. Does that have anything to do with it?

"I just happened to say what happened to my eyes, and I just thought I was tired of hearing about it. I'm a classmate, so it's not weird to care a little bit."

If Yu String and Erisa are in a completely different class, it may be a little uncomfortable to care about them, but they are in the same class.

It is not strange to care how well your classmates perform.

When Yushi answers... Ayaka puts her hand on her chin and starts thinking.

"That's right. Yeah, if you think about it calmly, it's just too much for me. But hey... something's hooked on me. I remember why I doubted Yuzuru...!

The incense of the night hit my hand.

And then she smiled with a mean smile.

"Who gave you a birthday present, Mr. Snow Castle?

I don't know, I don't know.

The heartbeat of the string rang painfully.

However, Yushi is still the next leader of the Takase River family.

You can't let your emotions appear on your face, cut off your whites, or lie.

In fact, it seems that even a well-thought-out sublime incense could not decipher the truth from Yu String's expression.

"Hmm, I think too much?

"Wouldn't it be better for you to progress your relationship with Soichiro than my relationship situation?

"Even if you don't have to worry about it, I'll come with Soichiro"

I hope so.

Yustring sighed, recalling the familiar face of another girl.

Come back for the summer vacation.

This was one of the conditions for Yustring to live alone.

I didn't intend to stay at my parents' house for long because I have the most part-time job.

It takes about two weeks to spend at home.

That's why Yuki packed her bag and boarded the train to go home.

Then....

"What? Snowcastle?"

"Oh, Takasegawa-san. What a strange encounter."

Incidentally, I put it in a bowl with Ai Lisha who was sitting in the seat.

Alisa looks at the carrying bag held by Yu String.

"You said you were going home."

"Oh, yeah.... what does Snowcastle do?

"I thought I'd go buy some summer clothes."

Apparently, it was just a coincidence.

Nevertheless, it is a bit lucky that we met here.

"I'll see you again... in two weeks."

That's what I said on the Saturday when I finally met him, but since there was a school afterwards, it wasn't exactly the “last”.

This was a good opportunity because I couldn't greet Elizabeth at school.

"That's right. I look forward to seeing you in two weeks."

That's how Alisa turned back calmly.

It's not like I'm going to say goodbye for the rest of my life, but I won't be so sad considering that I can see you in just two weeks and get in touch by e-mail or phone.

Yuji and Irisa exchanged brief greetings and promised to meet again in two weeks.

At this time, they had no idea.

The promise of reunion after two weeks (...) cannot be fulfilled.

I didn't expect that to happen.....

Three days after the start of the summer vacation.

Alisa was silently working on the issue of summer vacations.

But suddenly, the telephone rang, as if to prevent Alisa from concentrating.

Yes? No one calls me that way....

When I checked the incoming call, it was Yu Chong.

Yes, hello.

... Snowcastle?

"It's my phone."

That's true, too.

The voice of Yu Chong was a little nervous.

Did something happen to him when he called?

I'm a little worried about Elyssa.

As long as it's not an urgent matter, you can e-mail it.

"What's wrong?

"No, I need to ask you a little favor... right now, okay?

It's okay.

I was just about to take a break.

Good for breathing out.

'Well, I'm not going to force you at all. You can say no. "

"Hah...?

"I'm really sorry I asked you to do this."

"So, what is it?... if you make me nervous, I'm nervous too."

Is this such a serious matter for consultation?

Alisa felt her heart beat a little faster.

"... I want you to date with me."

"Is it a date? Previous General Entertainment Facility?

Alisa remembers that it was fun there.

But Yu String quickly denied it.

No, it's not.... my grandfather has already prepared tickets for both of us. "

"I see.... that's another intrigue."

"Well, it seems that the person said it... I don't know if it's true or not. I tried to say no... but where are the couples who never go to play during the summer vacation! I couldn't object at all.

"That's... correct. It's fine, I'll go out with you."

In the first place, Elizabeth had this “engagement relationship” with Yu String.

Rather, Erisa should have suggested something to Yu before his grandfather moved.

This is also the fault of Alisa.

Yeah, I'm glad you said that....

"So, where is it? Where is it?"

Is it a place like an amusement park or a movie?

and Alisa asked Yu Chong with a thought.

It's....

"I'm sorry, please do it again."

For a moment, the noise ran and I couldn't hear him.

Please tell me again.

It's a pool.... I was wondering if you could go to the pool with me. "