Throughout the date, Makoto was sweet and thoughtful. Hina was also the perfect sweet little girlfriend. She was appreciative and equally thoughtful.
Nozomi only needed to observe for a while before understanding the situation. After that, she lost interest and returned to her tasks and routine.
[Oh, so there’s nothing to worry about?]
‘Mmhm. I hope I don’t sound too egoistic for saying this, but I like these new developments in Hina’s romance more than the original.’
[Well, Makoto stood a greater chance in this version.]
“Shall we take a break today and have some somen?” Hikaru suddenly asked. “I know a nice place.”
Nozomi paused her sketch and looked at Hikaru blankly. “Why... So sudden?”
“It must be getting boring for you. You’ve mostly been travelling to and fro school.”
“It’s the same for you, though? Are you getting bored?” Nozomi smiled kindly. “We can go out, if so.”