Tokyo's Most Affectionate - Chapter 96

Chemical Weapon

After having dinner, they were now at the cinema watching a movie—specifically, a romantic one.

“We just finished eating, can you still eat?” As they settled into their seats in the cinema, Kurosawa saw Ichinose holding a tub of popcorn and asked.

“Popcorn won’t make me full,” Ichinose confidently responded.

“Do you want some?” The movie hadn’t started yet, and sitting side by side, Ichinose ate a few pieces before turning to ask.

“Ah.”

Kurosawa didn’t say anything and just opened his mouth.

Seeing his action, Ichinose stopped for a moment, then picked up a piece and offered it to him.

Upon seeing her willingly offering, Kurosawa was ready to eat without hesitation. 

However, just as he closed his mouth, Ichinose suddenly pulled her hand back.

“Hehehe.”

Seeing that he couldn’t eat it, Ichinose chuckled.

“Ah.”

Realizing she was teasing him, Kurosawa didn’t get angry but opened his mouth again.

Seeing him do this again, Ichinose extended her hand once more.

Just like before, as Kurosawa’s mouth moved and was about to close, Ichinose withdrew her hand again.

“Ah, oops!”

However, this time, Kurosawa reached out and grabbed her wrist, directly launching a counterattack by opening his mouth wide and eating the popcorn in her hand.

In addition to the popcorn, he also consumed her right index and middle fingers.

Her fingers were delicate, and the sensation of having them in his mouth was peculiar.

“Ah, that’s dirty.”

Surprised by his unexpected action, Ichinose exclaimed.

“It’s not that bad…”

Kurosawa originally intended to playfully tease her, but her reaction was unexpected, and he felt a bit disheartened.

Although he had just eaten something, he had also visited the restroom. Even if he didn’t brush his teeth, he had at least rinsed his mouth.

“No, it’s just that I did my nails last night, and I can’t put them in my mouth.”

Seeing him somewhat dejected, Ichinose shook her head and explained with a hint of embarrassment.

“Hurry up and rinse your mouth.”

After saying that, she placed the popcorn between her legs and picked up her own cola, handing it to him.

Although the cinema’s lighting was a bit dim, with their close proximity and his keen eyes, Kurosawa immediately noticed the slight lipstick mark on the straw.

If he drank from it, it would be like an indirect kiss.

“Hurry up; you don’t even know what’s on the nails.”

While he was realizing the situation, Ichinose seemed a bit anxious.

To make her nails look more beautiful, she had applied various substances on them. Taking a sip would absorb countless elements.

Hearing her urging, Kurosawa didn’t hesitate and took the straw into his mouth, taking a small sip.

“Gurgle, gurgle.”

With water in his mouth, Kurosawa began to rinse.

“Spit it out here.”

Placing the cola at the drink holder on their seats, Ichinose took out a tissue from her bag, unfolded two sheets, and handed them to him.

This action was as if she intended to use her hands to catch the water he spit out, even though there were two layers of tissue.

Seeing this scene, Kurosawa reached out, took the tissue, and spat into it.

Actually spitting on her hand wouldn’t be romantic at all; it would be rather awkward.

“Don’t do something like this next time.”

Seeing him rinse his mouth and spit out the water, Ichinose felt relieved.

“Who would have thought that you would carry a chemical weapon with you.”

Kurosawa was helpless. He thought it would be a fun interaction, but who could have expected this result.

“Hehe.”

Seeing him a bit awkward, Ichinose found it amusing. It felt a bit contrasting, as Kurosawa had always appeared mature and stable in front of her, like an adult.

“By the way, do you want some candy, Hikaru-kun? Are you feeling dizzy?”

Suddenly, Ichinose remembered something and started rummaging through her bag, quickly taking out a few sweets.

Ever since she found out about Kurosawa’s low blood sugar, she started carrying sweets with her.

“Just a bit.”

Seeing her actions, Kurosawa, unable to retract the lie about low blood sugar, nodded.

“If you feel dizzy during the movie later, just lean on my shoulder and rest for a while, okay?”

Ichinose was happy to see him take the candy. This was one of the few things she could do to help Kurosawa.

“…”

Hearing this suggestion, Kurosawa looked at her smooth and round shoulder and fell into contemplation.

To be honest, he was in good health. Even without the system’s enhancement, he wouldn’t experience dizziness. 

However, since Ichinose had brought it up, would it be inappropriate if he didn’t feel dizzy?

If he leaned his head on Ichinose’s shoulder, although the height difference would pose a challenge, causing a slightly awkward posture, it would probably be quite comfortable.

“What are you looking at~.”

Being stared at silently by him, Ichinose lowered her head and glanced. 

She realized she was wearing a one-shoulder short-sleeved top, exposing her shoulder entirely, and felt a bit embarrassed. 

She covered her chest with both hands.

Seeing her notice the situation, Kurosawa chuckled.

It’s worth noting that their conversation has always been in hushed tones, and they haven’t engaged in loud discussions.

“With such a good relationship, why bother watching a romance movie? Just go book a room and get intimate.”

Although they spoke quietly, the two girls in the front rows heard it, rolled their eyes, and silently criticized.

“Get lost! (Seriously!)” Two guys sitting on the side clenched their fists, veins bulging.

Being so sweet and showing off their affection, weren’t they ruining the atmosphere for people trying to enjoy a romance movie?

Soon, the movie officially began.

The cinema was crowded, not fully occupied, but about half full. As the movie started, they stopped whispering to avoid disturbing others and focused on watching.

However, being in the early stages of a relationship and not yet an old married couple, the two of them, in their honeymoon period, didn’t have the energy to concentrate on the movie.

After absentmindedly watching for a while, Ichinose sneaked a sidelong glance at the hand next to her.

Instead of watching the movie, she wanted to hold hands with Kurosawa

Although she could naturally link her arm with Kurosawa, embracing his arm and holding hands were different.

Siblings, friends, or anyone else could link arms, but holding hands was typically reserved for couples.

At that moment, Kurosawa noticed her furtive glances and her restless behavior.

Realizing this, he suddenly extended his hand and held hers.

Perhaps caught off guard by the sudden hand-holding, Ichinose’s body trembled for a moment.

However, she didn’t resist; instead, she adjusted her arm’s position, creating a better grip.

Her slender and petite hand, delicate and boneless, gently grasped his hand, with the manicured nails extending, creating a beautiful connection between their fingers. 

The sensation of holding hands was delightful.

Observing this, Kurosawa lifted his head, intending to gauge Ichinose’s reaction. 

However, as soon as he looked up, he was greeted by a beautiful smiling face and crescent-shaped eyes.

Seeing her so happy, Kurosawa couldn’t help but feel a bit shy himself. Nevertheless, he firmly held her hand.

While the feeling during the date mission was heart-pounding, even without it, being with her made him feel truly fulfilled.