Game Developer in the World of Anime

After breakfast, everyone finished preparing their things and got ready to head out.

Coming downstairs with her bag in hand, Haruno happily said,

"Ahh~~ Indoor pools are really nice. We don't even need to bring sunscreen. Though compared to the beach, we won't get that bright summer sunshine."

After replacing the cats' water bowls, Ichin smiled.

"But on the other hand, no one will come over trying to flirt with you, right? We can just relax and enjoy ourselves."

"Hehe, that's true."

Standing proudly with her hands on her hips, Haruno confidently declared,

"With your big sister's looks and figure, if I went to the beach, I'd definitely get approached nonstop! It's just a shame that I don't actually enjoy that sort of thing, otherwise I would've suggested a beach trip for everyone this summer."

Although Haruno always appeared cheerful and could get along with anyone, she actually wasn't the type who enjoyed excessive interaction with men.

Having grown up under the Yukinoshita family's upbringing, Haruno had long since mastered the art of handling people gracefully while protecting herself from harm.

Not to mention that after broadening her horizons in Tokyo and receiving help from the Sawamura family, she was practically thriving.

At that moment, Yukino came downstairs and said after hearing Haruno's words,

"Sis, did you forget to tidy your room? You didn't even close the door. I saw a lot of your clothes scattered across the bed."

"Uh..."

Though Haruno excelled in social situations, she clearly wasn't nearly as enthusiastic when it came to keeping her bedroom tidy.

"Ahem, that's not important. I'll clean it up tonight when we get back. Alright, let's pick up Eriri and get going!"

The four left the house and headed to the Sawamura residence to pick up Eriri.

Ichin drove one car with Utaha and Eriri, while Yukino drove the other with Haruno as her passenger.

Before heading to the indoor pool, however, they needed to make a detour to pick up Yamada Elf, who would be joining them today.

Fortunately, the pool they had rented was also located in Adachi Ward, so it didn't take long.

When they arrived at Yamada Elf's house, she was already waiting outside with her things packed. The moment Ichin's group arrived, she immediately came out.

After greeting Haruno, who was sitting in Yukino's car, Yamada Elf climbed into Ichin's car and started chatting with Utaha and Eriri in the back seat.

"A swimming pool! It's been so long since I've gone to one!"

Her eyes sparkled with excitement. As a fifteen-year-old girl, summer outings were among the things she looked forward to the most.

However, as a light novel author who had just signed with Fujikawa Fantastic Bunko, her schedule was still very tight. She had to finish the first volume of her new novel before September.

Fortunately, she already had ideas for the story, and she had been constantly refining the outline over the past few days. With Utaha available to discuss things with, her progress had been extremely smooth.

Utaha looked at her and asked,

"You brought your swimsuit too, right?"

"Of course!"

Yamada Elf proudly raised her head.

"When we get there, I'll let all of you witness my charming appearance!"

From the driver's seat, Ichin laughed.

"You're just a little kid, so stop talking about charm. Just focus on being cute."

"Urusai!"

Yamada Elf puffed up angrily.

"I'm the Yamada Elf adored by countless otaku! Who dares say I don't have charm?"

"Oh? Really? Then why don't you compare yourself with my Utaha?"

Hearing that, Yamada Elf turned her head and immediately saw Utaha's impressive mountains.

Her vision went black.

"I-I-I'm only fifteen! Don't compare me to Utaha! Why don't you compare me with Eriri instead? We're both blondes!"

"Pffft!!!"

Eriri nearly choked.

This was truly an innocent disaster for her. She hadn't even said anything and yet had somehow been dragged into the conversation.

"Hehe... hehe... Ichin, stop the car. I want to die."

"Hey, don't actually die. We're still going to the pool."

"Then I'll die after we get there..."

"Don't really die. You haven't even given away your first kiss yet!"

"URUSAI!! I'M GOING TO FIGHT YOU!!!!"

Fortunately, Utaha and Yamada Elf managed to stop Eriri. Otherwise, if she had actually rushed forward, the entire car would've ended up with four casualties.

Utaha helplessly glared at Ichin in the driver's seat.

"Ichin, stop teasing Eriri already."

"Uh... sorry. It just slipped out."

There was really no helping it. Eriri simply had too many things that invited teasing.

Meanwhile, Yamada Elf looked at the lifeless Eriri in surprise before leaning closer to Utaha and whispering,

"Eriri has never had a boyfriend?"

Utaha nodded and quietly whispered back,

"She started learning art very early, and during high school she joined Ichin's game development team. On top of that, she has very high standards, and there simply weren't any suitable boys around. So even now, she's never dated anyone. But love is something that can't be rushed. The same goes for you, Emily. When choosing your future partner, you need to be very careful."

"Mhm! Of course I know that!"

Patting her flat chest, Yamada Elf proudly said,

"I've received all kinds of bridal education since I was young, and under Mother's guidance I've learned a lot about men. So I've always been very clear about relationships, and I would never enter one casually!"

Hearing that, Utaha immediately became interested.

"Oh~~~ Then have you met any boy who made your heart flutter?"

Yamada Elf's cheeks instantly turned red. After her eyes darted around nervously, she answered softly,

"Mm... there is someone I have a little good impression of. But it's only that for now."

As for any further details, she kept silent, clearly wanting to keep it a secret.

Utaha didn't press further and simply changed the subject.

Soon, the cars arrived at the swimming facility.

Several people had already arrived.

After parking the cars, Ichin led everyone inside and found Hazuki, Kō, Rin, Shinoda Hajime, and Iijima Yun sitting together in the lobby.

"You're here?"

Hazuki stood up with a smile.

"Then let's head inside first. We've already finished checking in at the front desk, so you just need to verify your identities and you're good to go. Oh, and the changing rooms are separated by gender, so don't go into the wrong one~~ Come on, little Emily, let Big Sister see whether your swimsuit is cute or not."

Before Yamada Elf could react, Hazuki grabbed her hand and excitedly dragged her toward the changing rooms for the private pool they had rented.

"Eh? W-Wait! I can walk by myself!"

Instinctively sensing danger, Yamada Elf hurriedly turned around and looked at everyone else, only to see them smiling and waving goodbye.

"Ehhhhhh?! What's going on here?!!!"

Watching the two disappear into the distance, Ichin smiled and shook his head.

"Hazuki is as energetic as ever. Kō, you guys should hurry over too. Don't actually scare Elf."

It looked like today's pool gathering was going to be very lively indeed.

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