Home after a long day

By the time I got home, the house was still quite lively. Shio’s car was outside. She did send me a message, but I read it late. She’s coming by for dinner and some light drinking with Miwa-nee.

Of course, that meant she was also staying the night. Yae and Ririka, who were supposed to come and stay last weekend, pushed it to tomorrow.

Akane welcomed me by the door, playing her role as my housewife. I spoiled her for a bit before I caught sight of Minoru stepping out of the living room, calling us in.

As we walked into the living room, the familiar warmth of home wrapped around me like a blanket after a long day. The clatter of dishes and the savory aroma of something simmering drifted from the kitchen, mingling with the distinct fragrance of Akane, Miwa-nee and Shio.

Akane grabbed my bag from me and immediately put it down on the side table before returning to my side, nudging me toward the dining area with a playful smile.