My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong As Expected

"A siscon has appeared...sigh..."

"I'm sorry, that's just how Komachi's brother is..."

"It's alright, it's not Komachi's fault..."

Hmm, I have a feeling that I've become the bad guy. I'd better leave this place of trouble for now.

"Oh right, you haven't registered at the counter yet, have you? I'll go register first."

After I left, I seemed to hear someone speaking behind me, mixed in with the music playing in the room.

"Ah, I'll go too!"

"Hmm, I'll go too. After all, I have nowhere to go right now!"

"...It felt like the time we could spend alone together was ruined by his sad reasons..."

× × ×

Very good, very good. Although there are some strange things mixed in, at least Yui-neechan is quite hardworking, so Komachi can rest assured.

After the older brothers walked towards the counter, Yukino spoke to Komachi:

"Komachi, thank you so much for your help last time."

"No, no, it's because it was Yukino-neechan's request. My brother always causes Yukino-neechan trouble, so if you don't mind, Komachi will try her best to help!"

Oh dear~ Although it's called helping out, Komachi is actually helping with something else entirely. Hehehe~

"What are you talking about?"

Totsuka-nii is still as cute as ever, that enthusiastic expression... oh no! Oh no!

"A few days ago, Komachi, her brother, and Yukino went to buy Yuihama-nee's birthday present together."

"Ah, I see. That sounds like a lot of fun. I really want to go out and have fun with everyone too."

"Yeah! But... it seems like my brother would be even happier if he went out with Totsuka-nii by himself... Ah! Komachi is starting to worry that my brother is going in a strange direction!"

When my brother talks about school at home, the conversation almost always revolves around Totsuka. It feels like there's a "Totsuka Today" column on the book's cover, which is really worrying.

"I'm not entirely sure, but you've really had a tough time. I feel sorry for you..."

"At this point, we can only rely on Yukino-neechan and Yui-neechan..."

Although Yukino always seemed indifferent, Komachi still held onto her hopes!

"What are you expecting from me and Yuihama-san? I don't really know how to punish others."

"Excuse me, please do not use violence."

"Hmm... I'm quite confident when it comes to inflicting mental torture."

"If a guy with a bright smile says something like that, Komachi will be really bothered..."

× × ×

The shop assistant at the counter is operating the management system.

"Just to confirm, is the guest Ms. Yuihama correct? Your private room is number 208, and a microphone and playlist are ready inside. We will call you when it's almost time."

"Okay, thank you."

Yuihama took the small tray containing the receipt. At the same time, Zaimokuza asked me:

"I said, Hachiman,"

"Hmm? What?"

"May I ask if that person was your younger sister?"

"That's right..."

I have a bad feeling...

"...Then, elder brother, may I ask what your younger sister's name is, as well as her age and interests?"

"I will never tell you. And if you dare call me 'Big Brother' again, I'll beat you up."

"Hmm, so cold. How about 'older brother'?"

"None of those will work!"

× × ×

We each carried a glass filled with a drink into the private room.

Seeing that everyone hesitated to speak, Totsuka raised his glass first:

"Well... then, I wish you a happy birthday, Binhai."

After he finished speaking, everyone toasted together.

"Happy birthday."

"Happy birthday!"

"Hmm... He Zheng."

"No. He Zheng is indeed celebrating a happy occasion, but it has nothing to do with his birthday..."

Yukinoshita, Komachi, and Zaimokuza offered their congratulations one after another, and finally it was the turn of today's protagonist—Yuigahama—to raise her hand to thank everyone.

"Thank you everyone~ Now, I'm going to blow out the candles! Whew~~"

"Yay!"

After Yui blew out the candles, everyone toasted again, and then for some reason started clapping, which was exactly how a birthday party should be.

Then, the room fell silent.

"..."

"Huh? What's wrong, everyone?"

"It's a bit like the awkward atmosphere after a night of arguing..."

Yuihama nervously looked around at everyone, and Komachi also became uneasy.

Only Yukino and I calmly faced this silence.

"No, it's just that I'm not used to this kind of situation."

"We don't know what to do at a birthday party or celebration banquet, so we can't offer any suggestions."

"I completely agree. I've never been invited to any celebratory banquets or similar events."

"After attending once, no one invited me again."

I was speaking casually when the timber saddle suddenly burst into a triumphant laugh.

"Hahaha! You're so naive, so incredibly naive! You've already been invited once, isn't that already quite good? And you still think you're a lone wolf? It's hilarious!"

"What...it seems you don't understand at all. Let me tell you! I only went because the whole class was forced to participate, and no one invited me afterward, which means I made a fatal mistake! Although you've never participated before, you could probably have a lot of fun if you had the chance! That's why I have a slight advantage!"

"W-What! Hmm, as expected of a professional lone wolf..."

"It's really ugly to compete for this title... I've been invited every time, but I've never accepted, so I'm the best. Is that enough?"

"Ugh! This stubborn woman!"

Based on the previous dialogue, we have no way of knowing what the criteria for judging the winner was. However, for Yukinoshita, this match should be considered a victory for her.

Totsuka sensed that something was off and quickly spoke up to smooth things over.

"Alright, alright, this is a rare birthday party, let's talk about happy things. Right, Yuihama?"

"Huh? Hmm~ I feel really happy. It's rare for anyone to throw me a birthday party in the past, so I'm very happy..."

I think Yuihama was indeed very happy; a happy smile appeared on her face, revealing her heart full of joy.

"What a surprise! I thought you spent all 365 days a year 'Juicy Party Yeah' (Note 46: a greeting created by Japanese female voice actress Chiaki Takahashi)."

"What kind of English is that? I don't understand... Wait, is that English?"

"I don't know if it's English... but aren't you pretty close with Miura and his group?"

Upon hearing this, Yuihama thought for a moment and said:

"Hmm~ Although I occasionally have the chance to attend birthday parties, most of the time I'm either celebrating for others or working as a staff member. By the time I've finished getting my food, the birthday party is over..."

"I see... Ah, I feel a little sorry."

Such past events are truly heartbreaking, and I couldn't help but apologize to Yuihama, who awkwardly lowered her gaze.

"Oh, it's alright, I didn't take it to heart."

"..."

We remained silent for a long time before Komachi gave another wry smile.

"...Why did it turn into that atmosphere again... Komachi can't take it! Yui-neechan, don't think too much, let's have a toast and some cola!"

"Oh, right!"

"Yay!"

Komachi and Yuihama toasted each other, creating a joyful atmosphere.

At that moment, I couldn't help but sigh.

"well……"

To be honest, I really have no idea what to do with this kind of activity.

One reason is indeed that I've never been invited to celebration banquets or class reunions, so I'm not used to it. But besides that, I also have another question.

In my opinion, those kinds of activities are just an effect created by everyone cheering and trying to hype up the atmosphere. If those pretentious men and women didn't make a ruckus, they would probably be extremely uneasy. They seem to think that if they were quiet, they would become boring.

Therefore, they desperately sought out topics, got the conversation flowing, and made the scene lively, even arguing so loudly they almost lifted the roof off. This behavior, which made them appear very important, was practically intimidation.

"well……"

"Hachiman? What's wrong? Why are you sighing?"

Totsuka stared at my face and asked.

"Ah, it's nothing... I just felt like, what's this called again... a birthday party? I still don't know what you should do at a birthday party..."

"Hmm... eating, everyone toasting, entertainment? And... cutting the cake tart?"

"It's not a wedding ceremony..."

"Haha, indeed. But my heartfelt wishes remain unchanged. Ah, how about we cut the cake?"

"...This is my first time working with Saika."

I automatically switched to a serious expression.

"Hachiman... You're so cunning, suddenly calling me by my name..."

"Okay, stop! I'm the one who'll cut the cake!"

Yuihama suddenly interrupted, which brought me back to my senses.

"...Ah! That was close. I accidentally pictured Totsuka in a wedding dress in my mind... How strange, he's clearly a man."

"...Yeah, it's really strange, and it's very uncomfortable."

Yui replied somberly. I smiled gently at her and said:

"Yes, it is indeed strange, but it's not uncomfortable. Totsuka is a boy, so he should wear a tuxedo."

"You've decided to get married!"

At that moment, someone slammed their fist against the wall, making a loud "thud".

"Wow, that startled me... Yuihama, you were so loud that you made the guests in the next room angry."

"Ah, sorry... That's strange, isn't this place soundproof?... Never mind, it's not important."

Yuihama muttered to herself as she reached for the knife she had borrowed from the kitchen.

"Well then, I'm going to cut the cake... Hey, you, you introverted guy, can you hold the plate for me? We... well, it doesn't mean anything special..."

She mumbled the rest of her sentence, and I couldn't hear her at all. Were you sitting in the hair salon chair like me, being asked by the stylist what hairstyle you wanted? Can't you just speak clearly?

"It's okay. Since it's your birthday today, you can just sit and enjoy it. You can leave the cake cutting to me and Totsuka."