Chapter 150.1
New Year's Day
[(Goon… goon…)]
In the serene silence of the night sky, the sound of the New Year's bell echoes in the distance.
Perhaps because it snowed yesterday, the air seems clearer, making even indoor sounds clearer than usual.
Has the year really ended?
Looking back, it was quite a tumultuous year.
Personally, my refrigerator turned into a dungeon, where I became stronger, lost my left leg, and even became a woman. Although these events occurred in less than half a year, they felt more intense than the past 3 years of my life combined.
However, the dungeon didn't only bring misfortune.
I, who had been a loner for years, suddenly gained a cute college girlfriend named Ruu, and somehow ended up dating Serai-san, and even Nina-san. What's more surprising is that all 3 beautiful college girls seemed content with the arrangement.
Ruu had always been heavily dependent on Serai-sab and deeply in love with her. So when she realized that Serai-san, whom she loved, also liked me but was trying to distance herself, Ruu accepted Serai-san's feelings by saying, [Let's all love each other together, Machi-chan!].
At first, Ruu was enraged. She feels that her own love is being obstructed by Serai-san. But that anger stemmed from feeling betrayed by the trusted Serai-san. However, as long as it was mutual, Ruu was okay with us all being in love. Perhaps she accepted it because Serai-san was a special friend to her.
Although Serai-san initially had no interest, she gradually became attracted to me and confessed her feelings. Furthermore, Serai-san confessed her feelings in front of Ruu and me, attempting to bow out, but Ruu's acceptance led to us officially double-dating.
As for Nina-san, well, things with her were unexpected.
Since she accepted Serai-san, she figured she'd be okay too and decided to [graduate with Ruu-chan] and me by engaging in physical relations.
However, Nana's situation is unique.
Despite harboring an aversion to romantic feelings toward men due to childhood experiences, she understands the male psyche well and is extremely skilled in love matters. Nonetheless, she didn't want to end up losing her virginity to some boring guy, so she saw me, who had undergone male-to-female transformation except for my genitalia, as [just the right partner].
But it seems she has come to genuinely like me afterward.
"Hm… what's wrong, Ruu?"
"Huh…? Oh!… Umm? (kaah)"
Caught up in my thoughts, I suddenly noticed Ruu staring at me intently.
"Hehe, Ruu-chan, you're so lucky to have a great guy like him, aren't you♪"
"Eeek! Wait, Shizue-chan!"
What did you say?
I never thought I'd be so dense as to not notice a girl's passionate gaze, like some oblivious protagonist, but when faced with the reality of it, my lack of awareness was glaring. How absurd.
But to think she finds me charming. Well, my looks have indeed improved since regaining my masculine features. Even I can see that I look much more handsome than before.
"Come on♪ Don't be so shy. Get closer♪"
""""………..""
With those words, Ruu and I found ourselves blushing even more, conscious of each other. Nina-san has a knack for timing. When Ruu's around, she brings us closer, and when we're alone, she's all sweet and affectionate toward me, almost to the point of being overwhelming. She's truly a mysterious and captivating woman.
"Hey, Ruu, let me join too♪ Huuugggg♡"
"Uh, Machi-chan? Mmm♡"
And just like that, Serai-san joins in with his usual flair.
Using her impressive assets, she presses Ruu's face against me, sandwiching her between us. Poor Ruu ends up sandwiched between Seki and me, struggling as if drowning with her face buried in Serai-san's chest.
In any case, celebrating the new year with such warmth and tranquility is a first.
Because, naturally, Shark returned to her relatives' house for New Year's Eve. So, even before sunset, I hosted a lively game of oshikura manju with my beloved trio of college beauties.
And thus, I welcomed the new year feeling refreshed and clear-headed.
But, being in each other's arms like this. It's stirring up excitement again.
""……….. (gulp)""
Oh…? It seems both of them feel the same way.
Receiving such heated gazes intensifies the pounding of my heart. And then, Nana wraps her arms around me from behind, enveloping me in her gentle warmth.
Ah, I see. This time, I'm the sandwiched one. Well, why not kick off the new year with another round of oshikura manju? Hehehe.
New Year's Day. The first day of the new year.
To be embraced by three sleeping college beauties on such a day is a blissful morning.
This is an auspicious start to the new year. After all, starting the year with a harem-like triple princess scenario, it seems this year will be full of good things.
Ruu, sleeping peacefully on my chest, looks adorable with her innocent sleeping face. Serai-san, clutching my right arm, seems to be frowning and muttering something in her sleep. I wonder if she's having a dream where she's arguing with Shark.
On the other side, Nina-san rests her head on my left shoulder, breathing softly. Her face is closest to mine, yet strangely, I can't see it. But burying my face in her fragrant hair and inhaling deeply fills me with happiness, making me ecstatic.
Happy New Year. And this wonderful moment is truly priceless. Let's savor the quiet warmth until all three of them wake up.♡
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