Sickly Manipulator

Returning to the infirmary, I found Minami Shouko had fallen into a deep sleep. Her breathing was rough and uneven.

It looked like her fever was still taking its toll on her. I took out a wet towel and gently placed it over her forehead, hoping to ease her discomfort.

However, the sensation of the wet towel on her skin stirred Minami Shouko awake. Her eyes fluttered open to reveal a confused gaze as she found me hovering over her.

"Y-you. Why are you here?" She spoke despite the difficulty it caused her, her voice raspy and weak.

"Why, huh? I've found a sick senior in the infirmary. I thought I should look after her before the lunch break ends. Alas, she woke up and found me wiping her forehead."

I intentionally used a playful tone with Minami Shouko, hoping it would help ease her discomfort.

"In any case, don't mind me, senpai. You're not supposed to be up yet, you know? Rest, or I'll have to scold you like I do with the others."