What If I Told Tomori-san, The Girl Who's Cold Only Towards Me, That I Knew Her Secret Account? - V1 Chapter 4.4

Completely Different 4

Could it be… Is it finally going to be revealed?

The reason why Tomori pours out her feelings on her private account but doesn’t confess to me.

If she unconsciously responds while still in a dreamlike state…!

“Nugyaa!”

“Don’t evolve your sleeping sound.”

I unintentionally muttered, but the class president was soundly asleep.

Moreover, drool is dripping from the corner of her mouth… Ah, really.

“She’s even more similar to Sakura in this aspect.”

Sakura used to lean on me and sleep soundly like this.

Especially after playing a lot and getting tired.

(Tomori must be tired too.)

Being called [Everyone’s friend.] she is constantly busy.

In addition to her duties as the class representative, she listens to consultations from classmates other than her own and assists in various clubs and the student council.

And despite having so many friends, she never seems to rely on anyone.

Basically, she solves any troubles on her own.

(It might not feel strange for students who have been in the academy before high school, but for me, an externally transferred student, it’s quite abnormal.)

Nevertheless, Tomori maintains second place in our grade.

It must not only be talent.

Her unrelenting efforts have brought about these results… No, achievements.

“Effort, huh?”

Kimitaka Kagisaka is not averse to putting in the effort.

[Listen, Kimitaka. Since you were born into the Kagisaka family, your future is already determined.]

I’ve been hearing that since I was unable to speak.

Most of our family’s career paths are in the medical field.

In other words, doctors.

In other words, they’re elite of the elite.

[Taking care of people’s lives means that failure is not allowed. That’s why you should continue to maintain top grades.]

I was told following those words.

I, who was still innocent, following that advice, worked hard.

I studied without sleep, sacrificed my holidays for extracurricular activities, and tried to become someone worthy of the Kagisaka name.

I pushed myself to the limit and achieved results.

I consistently maintained top grades in school.

I won various competitions in karate, violin, and English conversation.

I wanted to be of help to others, so I even helped a lost child whose name I didn’t know on the street before.

[You, you’re no good.]

However, one day, I was struck with despair.

[Why do you have to put in effort to achieve your goals?]

It was a statement from an undeniable genius.

[People like you and your older brother are different. That’s the nature of the Kagisaka main family. But… Ah, it’s a shame. In the end, you were not a genius, just a bright student. That’s all…]

It was something that not even the greatest doctor could cure.

At the age of 10, my father gave me an unforgiving diagnosis.

No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t overturn that medical record.

I grew tired of my father’s educational policy and ended up leaving home.

(It’s not that I dislike putting in effort.)

As proof of that, I still study tirelessly, sacrificing sleep. It’s to achieve the goal of living on my own strength without relying on the Kagisaka main family. That’s why I can sympathize with Azusa Tomori’s efforts. And like other students, Tomori has also helped me.

[It’s alright! I’m here with you!]

Her soprano voice resurfaces in my mind. I still haven’t repaid the debt from that day.

“――You worked hard, President.”

With such thoughts in my head, I decided not to wake Tomori up.

I took out a handkerchief from my pocket, wiped away the drool from her mouth, and covered her exposed chest area.

Well, this action doesn’t hold much meaning.

Maybe I could hear the reason why she doesn’t confess to me in her sleep talk.

But even if it’s not, it’s fine. Tomori has been taking care of the class representative duties for both of us.

I just wanted her to sleep a little longer and rest from the fatigue of daily life.

(It’s not like I’ve fallen in love with Tomori or anything.)

Certainly, Tomori is hardworking, but sometimes she seems to push herself a bit too hard. It reminds me of my past self.

“K-kun…”

And again, Tomori called my name.

“I love the hardworking K-kun… so much.”

” ….. “

…I’m glad. I’m glad that Tomori didn’t see my current expression. It’s the first time she said it directly instead of through a tweet.

This… I don’t know how to describe it.

“What do Tomori and Sakura have in common?”

They’re completely different, aren’t they? At least when Sakura was sleeping next to me, my heart didn’t race like this.

Now, reflecting on this aftermath, not just Tomori but also myself, I realize that I had accumulated fatigue from my daily studies.

Even though I passed my intended station, the awakening Snow White did not come, so I reluctantly waited for her to wake up.

Before I knew it, we had fallen asleep together.

******

“Excuse the intrusion, ladies and gentlemen, but this is the last stop~.”

I was awakened by a young female station attendant who smiled and tapped my shoulder. We quickly got off the train together and…

“Why didn’t you wake me up?!”

“Unfortunately, I’m not your mother!”

“This is the mistake of a lifetime. Hey, did you see the smile of the station attendant just now?”

“…Yes, I saw. She definitely misunderstood us as a stupid couple or something…”

“Don’t say it out loud! It’s the worst… uh, wait, my shirt buttons…”

“Oh, that…”

“Don’t tell me you did it?! You’re such a jerk… to unbutton them while I was sleeping…”

“No, it wasn’t me. You had a handkerchief on your chest, right? I was actually trying to cover you up.”

“Huh… You helped me?”

“I had no choice. The buttons came off when you used gorilla strength to open the door… Hey, where are you going?”

“Don’t follow me, stalker. I’m going back to Shin-hime.”

“Me too. It’s the last stop, so it’s in the same direction as the express train. And why are you turning away… Oh, I see. You’re embarrassed because I helped you――”

“W-Why would I be embarrassed?! You have a really terrible personality!? I don’t owe you anything! I’ll wash and return this handkerchief later!”

From shoulder to shoulder, we were traveling together in a dream world just five minutes ago, but now it’s waking up to a heated argument.

The misunderstanding about Sakura has been resolved―――

――However, our cold relationship doesn’t seem to be thawing anytime soon.

I think to myself as I sit next to Tomori on the train again.