Chapter 7
Unbelievable Luck
Following Charlotte’s cute confession, a certain awkwardness could be sensed in the atmosphere between us .
I have no idea how to face Charlotte, and since she is still worried about her sweat, she’s walking a certain distance away from me .
As for Emma, she is soundly sleeping in my arms . This child is truly a carefree spirit .
““—Ah, that…””
The silence was quite awkward for both of us, so when I finally decided to speak up, Charlotte spoke up at the same time .
I believed I should have kept quiet for a little longer, but I went against my instinct and immediately spoke up .
“I’m sorry, please go ahead?”
“Ah, it’s okay… Aoyagi-kun was about to say something, right?”
“No, it’s nothing really . You were about to say something too, right?”
“No, it’s fine… Please continue with what you were saying . ”
We were constantly telling each other to speak up .
Both of us spoke with the intention to clear up the awkward air between us, and didn’t think about what to actually talk about . So, since both sides just gave way to the other, the awkwardness intensified further .
Anyway, it’s going to be problematic if I allow this situation to continue, so I will have to come up with a topic to discuss .
By the way, since Emma was asleep, we reverted back to Japanese .
“Umm… Have you gotten accustomed to the class yet?”
“Well… Honestly speaking, I’m not quite there yet…”
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Yeah, it’s not surprising since she just started her study abroad .
Even if she were to say that she’s used to the class, it would just sound like she’s speaking superfluous words .
Why did I have to say something like that, I…
It isn’t merely that the atmosphere is irredeemably awkward, the reason why I am nervous and can’t seem to make my brain work is because the person with me is Charlotte .
“…Thank you for your assistance today . ”
While I was thinking of another topic of conversation, Charlotte abruptly bowed her head towards me and thanked me in a soft voice .
“There’s no need to thank me anymore . It’s a mere coincidence that I was the one who helped Emmchan, and you’ve already expressed your gratitude . ”
“No, not just the help with Emma, I would also like to express my gratitude to you for helping me out earlier today . ”
That would mean that she was aware of the fact that I was covering for her earlier today .
When we were in the staff room, she probably didn’t mention it because of the stuff concerning Emma .
I was embarrassed to know that she was aware that I moved to protect her, so I wanted it to end this topic…
However, since we’re already on this subject, let’s not brush it over . Besides, if she has any misunderstandings about Akira after today’s incident, this may be just the right time to correct them .
I was a little hesitant, but I gazed into Charlotte’s eyes and said .
“It’s acceptable to pose an invitation, but it’s not right to force someone . However, Akira didn’t have any ill intentions, so please forgive him . ”
Akira only moved because he wanted Charlotte to fit in with the class as soon as possible, and he didn’t have a shred of ill-intent when he said that Charlotte could bring her sister as well .
He wouldn’t have treated Emma as a nuisance and would’ve welcomed her presence .
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I didn’t want Charlotte to mistake Akira for a person who forces people to tag along because of a mere misunderstanding .
“Yes, I am aware . I was honestly ecstatic when I heard that the class would have a welcome party just for me . However, Emma was alone at home, and furthermore, she is unable to speak Japanese . I refused the invitation because I thought it would be scary for her to accompany me . Not only did Aoyagi-kun protect me, you also made sure I wasn’t blamed for any of it . I am really sorry that Aoyagi-kun was made into a villain because of what transpired . ”
This time, Charlotte bowed her head and apologized .
I thought that things went well at the time, but it seems I unintentionally made her feel responsible .
This would not have happened if she were unaware of my intentions, but it seems Charlotte has already sensed them rather accurately
“Don’t sweat it, I just did what I wanted to do, furthermore, the incident didn’t cause any problems for me . It’ll be difficult for me if you keep apologizing like this . ”
“…Aoyagi-kun is very kind . I understand, I won’t apologize anymore, but I’d appreciate it if you could accept my gratitude instead . ”
Charlotte thanked me with her hands pressed on her chest and a cute smile plastered on her face . I gazed at the gently smiling Charlotte .
It is rare for a person to express their appreciation so clearly .
A part of it may be because she’s a foreigner, but she has a very sincere personality as well .
Since I wasn’t used to being thanked so sincerely, I was very embarrassed . Moreover, Charlotte’s smile is just too adorable .
I couldn’t look Charlotte in the eyes, so I replied while slightly averting my gaze .
——Following our conversation, the air became a little lighter, and while making some small talk, we finally arrived at the building where I reside .
“Um… Charlotte-san, are you really going inside as well…?”
“Yep . ”
When I confirmed for the last time before entering the building, Charlotte replied immediately with a smile that didn’t make her seem even a little hesitant .
I can’t comprehend the reason for her donning such a refreshing smile . No, what I really don’t understand is the reason why she was coming to my house .
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Are all the foreigners this friendly and trusting?
A Japanese student would rarely go to the house of someone of the opposite sex on the very day they meet .
“Cultural differences are scary…” I thought to myself .
We got on the elevator and got off on the third floor of the building, where my apartment was situated .
Charlotte was still worried about her sweat, but she didn’t seem to care at all about coming to my house .
Does this imply that she doesn’t even consider me a man?
I was a little shocked witnessing Charlotte’s calm demeanour considering the situation .
“This… is my apartment…”
Finally, I arrived outside my apartment and informed Charlotte of my residence .
My throat is super dry because of the tension .
I was already very anxious on the way from school to home, but when we actually arrived here, my anxiety suddenly went off the charts .
In terms of girls, I’ve only ever invited Aki over to my place, so of course, it would be natural to be nervous if a beautiful girl like Charlotte was coming over to my house .
“Yes . Ah- please wait . I will unlock the door with my key . ”
…Eh? What did she just say?
Since Charlotte’s words sent me into a spiral of confusion, I repeated her words in my head .
Unlock? Why does she have the key to my apartment? And why is she reaching out for the door of the apartment neighbouring mine?
“It’s unlocked . ”
Once the lock of the apartment made a rattling noise, Charlotte looked at me with a happy smile .
“Oh, yeah…”
I nodded at her words, but because of the confusion, no more words were said .
To be honest, I was able to quickly conclude the reason as to her capability of unlocking the door of the apartment right next to mine .
However, the situation is so incredible considering the probability of her living right next to me that I am overwhelmed .
“Fufufu~ Actually, I reside in the apartment right next to Aoyagi-kun’s flat . ”
Charlotte giggled like a child who was pleased at the success of her prank . Although I believe that this is just a playful aspect of her personality, I was attacked by feelings that I could neither comprehend nor explain .
This is definitely the ‘interesting’ thing Miyu-sensei mentioned at school . This must be the reason why Charlotte also had a understanding look at school . She probably heard that our apartments are right next to each other from Miyu-sensei .
I would like to explain to Miyu-sensei about personal information protection laws and privacy infringement, but I can’t really voice my opinions in front of Miyu-sensei .
I think Miyu-sensei took this action after a lot of consideration .
Let’s recap on what all has happened during the entirety of today .
Not only did a beautiful girl like those in manga transferred into the school, she was even assigned to the same class as me .
And when I coincidentally helped a lost girl on the way to Aki’s house, she didn’t just end up taking a liking to me, but she also happened to be the little sister of the beautiful girl who transferred in today .
Thanks to that, I was able to get close to the beautiful classmate . And above all else, the aforementioned beautiful classmate lives right next to me…?
I wonder if I’ve exhausted all of my accumulated good luck during the course of today… With this episode of consistent good luck, I’m a little bit scared of what is going to happen in the future .