My older sister is a villainous rich girl

As is customary, in order to maintain a certain distance from ordinary students and to preserve the superior image of the Lily Society, the prince is not allowed to join any clubs.

Those who should be surrounding them are top-tier nobles like the members of the Lily Society.

"...If I say yes, can you ask him to quit?"

Wayne looked at his friend, who was known for being "reliable," with a glimmer of hope in his eyes.

Richard fell silent.

After a pause, he said softly, "Lawrence and I have never been very close. If I were to try to persuade him, it might backfire."

They're not just not close anymore, they're practically enemies.

However, to this day, Wayne still doesn't understand why these two characters, who both fell in love with the same person in the anime, were able to reconcile.

He patted Prince Richard on the shoulder with pity.

"Young man, don't worry about such a small matter—"

Richard smiled at him, about to say thank you.

"—Because there are even more worries waiting for you in the future."

Richard's smile froze halfway through.

After transferring all his resentment onto Prince Richard, Wayne did feel much better.

However, Wayne's situation in the Lily Club did not improve, and people still looked at him with strange eyes from time to time.

Even Chris was too busy talking to the other girls to pay attention to herself.

I can't take it anymore, I need to be alone.

He clutched his chest and left the Lily Society with a sorrowful expression.

Goodbye, my cherry blossom pink youth...

Remembering what the music teacher had told him last time, he went to the teachers' office and borrowed another music classroom located on the rooftop.

This is an empty music room; barring any unforeseen circumstances, no one usually comes here.

"It's surprisingly clean..."

According to the music teacher, this place was built with funds from a senior student with a family background in music education, and it was her private practice room during her studies.

But she graduated several years ago, so this place became a public facility she donated to the academy, so it's okay to borrow it.

...So there really are female protagonist-like characters like this.

The classroom wasn't very big, but the lighting and view were excellent; standing by the window, you could see a large expanse of lush greenery in the schoolyard.

If there's anything lacking, it's probably that no petals will be swept up by the wind, gently brushing against the windowsill and falling into the classroom.

pity.

He opened all the windows to let in fresh air.

The curtains on both sides were pulled open most of the way; the material was very light and thin.

They were blown by the breeze, sometimes swelling up and sometimes falling down.

After enjoying the breeze for a while, he felt much more relaxed.

I can't believe I didn't discover this comfortable place sooner... But it's not too late now.

Wayne sat back down in the chair that was placed in front of the piano, satisfied.

Open the keyboard cover, close your eyes, and extend your hands naturally forward.

A light and cheerful melody leaped from his fingertips.

A smile played on his lips as he glided effortlessly across the piano keys.

It looks pleasing to the eye.

After a brief pause, just as Wayne was preparing to change to the next piece.

Another voice, its emotion unreadable, sounded from the doorway.

"Are you happy?"

Chapter 114 is not cute at all

Wayne turned his head away.

Leaning against the door was Miss Ge Li's pleasing figure.

Summer uniforms aren't as fully covered up as winter uniforms, but overall, the style of uniforms at the academy tends to be conservative.

I miss the JK pleated skirts of my past life... What a pity.

Wayne glanced at it briefly before looking away.

"If I were to describe my emotional journey just now, it would be from ordinary happiness to very happy, then to slightly less happy, and finally back to ordinary happiness."

"...Your inner world is truly sensitive and delicate."

It's unclear whether the evaluation given by Ge Li was praise or criticism.

In short, I took everything I heard as praise.

"So, what brings you here?" Wayne asked.

She couldn't believe that Miss Ge Li had just happened to come to this rooftop classroom, which was usually deserted.

She remained silent for a while.

As if he had made up his mind, Ge Li suddenly strode into the classroom and closed the door behind him.

And it locks the door with extreme skill.

Wayne: ? ? ?

He panicked, "W-what are you doing?!"

A man and a woman alone in a room—it seems like a necessary scenario for something unspeakable to happen.

If someone takes a liking to you, should you refuse, give in halfway, or just go for it?

...I'd better refuse. I'm not that kind of man.

Ge Li pursed his lips tightly, seemingly wanting to say something but holding back.

Wayne gazed at her, trying to convey his encouragement with gentle eyes.

come on!

I'm ready to bear the sins that a handsome man must shoulder! Please don't pity me just because I'm a delicate flower!

She finally said, "Because I have something very important to ask you."

“Hmm.” Wayne nodded, gesturing for her to speak.

"you--"

She hesitated for a long time before whispering, "Actually, is it the type of guy you like?"

槽？

Hey!

Wayne felt himself cracking open.

"...Huh?" He couldn't believe what he had just heard.

"I wanted to ask if you... like boys."

She looked away, somewhat embarrassed, and her voice grew softer and softer.

“After all, you’re always around Prince Richard. If you like boys, it will bother me.”

Wayne was so angry he laughed.

He stood up, grabbed Ge Li's wrist, and roughly pulled her close to him, asking in a deep voice:

Do you think I like boys? Hmm?

He felt his dignity as a man had been challenged, and suddenly felt a strong urge to humiliate her.

but.

When their eyes met, Wayne saw her gaze trying to look away.

It does not contain any mocking or sarcastic expression.

Instead, it was as if... she was about to cry at any moment.

—She must be really troubled.

The thought involuntarily popped into my mind.

As if a bucket of cold water had been poured over his head, Wayne snapped back to reality.

Realizing this, he immediately released her and took a few steps back.

"……Feel sorry."

"I'm getting really frustrated with this issue lately."

Wayne also turned his face away, avoiding eye contact with her.

However, he couldn't help but glance at her from the corner of his eye.

However, Ge Li did not react to his apology.

She slowly and somewhat dazedly lowered the hand that had just been lifted up, while her other hand instinctively rested on the spot where she had been gripped so tightly.

"So, what's the answer?"

...How persistent you are.

Wayne retorted irritably, "Impossible! I only like girls, especially pretty girls!"

"--That's good."

Yes, your Prince Richard is safe, isn't that good?

However, if it were the old Miss Kareem, she would probably sarcastically admit that she was shallow.

Hmph, not cute at all.

He sat back down at the piano, ignoring her still standing there blankly, and continued playing as if no one else was there.

However, the melody was no longer the light and cheerful tune it had been before; instead, it was a steady and unchanging etude.

……

That's not how it works.

I didn't come here with the initial intention of developing to this point.

But I couldn't bring myself to say it.

The atmosphere had become so tense; how could she possibly ask him again if she could hear him play the piece he played for Prince Lawrence?

Ge Li thought to himself that he had messed everything up.

Do I really understand the person playing the piano right now?

She couldn't help but have doubts.

This person sometimes seems innocent and adorably silly.

Especially when he laughs, it's so pure, as if you can see right through his heart.

But... what lies behind that smile?

If he doesn't tell anyone, no one will know, right?

It's like, if he hadn't told me, I might never have known that he played the piano so well.

I used to think he was stupid, but he must be incredibly smart.

Even though he seemed to be offering advice with great enthusiasm, upon careful reflection, did he ever bring up the topic of himself in front of me?

Not even once.