"Yukinoshita Haruno, this matter has nothing to do with our relationship, and I have no interest in opposing you."
"But Yukinoshita YukinoI must have her. No one else, only her."
Yukima Azuma articulated each word clearly.
It had to be Yukinoshita Yukino. No one else.
Laplace Corporation required someone as upright and principled as Yukinoshita Yukino, immune to any form of temptation, to provide support.
Yukinoshita Haruno could feel the unwavering determination in Yukima Azuma's words.
She couldn't help but stare at him in confusion.
She couldn't understand why it had to be Yukino.
"You've grown so much, so don't say such childish things. There's no one in this world who is irreplaceable"
Before Haruno could finish her advice, Yukima Azuma interrupted her.
"Then there's nothing more for us to discuss."
"No one else, only Yukino. That might sound childish to you, but to me, it's an unchangeable truth."
"Next, I'm guessing you'll say that if I don't change my mind, your mother will come here next, right?"
"That's fine. Even if it's Mrs. Yukinoshitaor even Shinomiya Gan'an standing before me"
"My answer will remain the same, and it will always be the same."
"If you want Yukino, try taking her from me."
"Yukino belongs to me. Only me."
After finishing his words, Yukima Azuma stepped over Haruno's long legs without hesitation.
He reached for the driver's side door lock, opened the door, and exited the car.
Throughout the entire process, Yukima Azuma didn't spare so much as a glance at those alluring long legs.
Watching Yukima Azuma's departing figure, Yukinoshita Haruno clasped her hands tightly together, her knuckles turning white from the pressure.
A faint trace of Yukima Azuma's scent still lingered on her collar.
She silently buried her head into her clothing, arriving at a conclusion.
Her younger sister, Yukinoshita Yukino, must have drawn the strength and determination to break free from the Yukinoshita family because of this young man's inspiration.
Because, in this very moment, Haruno herself wanted nothing more than to escape her gilded cage and stay by his side.
After taking a few heavy breaths, Haruno raised her head.
And then, through the rearview mirror, she saw her younger sister embracing the young man.
A surge of unprecedented jealousy welled up from Haruno's fractured heart.
For the first time in her life, Haruno felt envious of her own younger sister.
.....
After getting out of the car, Yukima Azuma saw a girl with long, straight black hair running toward him in a hurry.
The first button of her white shirt was undone, and the sleeves were rolled up in a messy fashion.
Although she was still wearing high heels, she was running frantically, not paying any attention to the risk of twisting her ankle.
This was the first time Yukima Azuma had seen Yukinoshita Yukino lose her composure like this.
Even when he had made her cry last time, she had still maintained her grace and dignity despite her tears.
Upon seeing Yukima Azuma step out of the car, Yukino rushed toward him.
"She she said something to you? I can explain, I"
Her breath was frantic, her words disjointed, and she was speaking so fast that it was difficult for her to make herself clear.
Yukima Azuma gently placed his hand on Yukinoshita Yukino's head, then his fingers slid down, straightening her misaligned collar.
Next, he carefully pulled down her sleeve, which was still rolled up, smoothing out the wrinkles.
These actions caused Yukino to choke on her words, unable to continue speaking.
After making the adjustments, Yukima Azuma nodded in satisfaction.
"Yukino, panicking like this isn't dignified at all. You're the branch manager of Laplace Corporation."
"Whatever others say to me doesn't matter, Yukino doesn't need to explain anything to me."
"Since you became the branch manager of Laplace Corporation, there's no turning back for you."
"If anyone tries to use threats or temptations to take you away, I'll be even more decisive than they are and offer better benefits."
"Even if you want to run away, I won't allow it. No matter where you go, I'll bring you back."
"Yukino, remember this. Laplace Corporation can't be without you. I can't be without you."
Yukinoshita Yukino opened her eyes wide, speechless in shock.
Since learning that her sister had come to Tokyo, she had rushed here immediately.
On the way from Toyogasaki Academy, due to traffic, she had left her car by the side of the road and ran here.
As she ran, her mind was flooded with possible scenarios.
Her sister might reveal her true identity to Yukima Azuma, using the Yukinoshita name to pressure him into letting her go.
Or her sister could offer a high price for him to take the money and fire her.
The young man, like a Laplace demon, might not care about money.
He might also not fear the threats from the Yukinoshita family.
But he had no reason to defy the pressure from her family just for her.
In this encounter, the young man might wear a cold expression and tell her to go away.
Or he might show a troubled expression and tell her not to blame him.
But Yukinoshita Yukino had never considered the possibility:
That this young man, Yukima Azuma, would calmly step in front of her, fix her crooked collar, and then, with a determined look in his eyes, say to her:
"Yukino, I can't be without you."
Those words exceeded the most beautiful dreams Yukino had had in over twenty years.
Because even in her dreams, there had to be some basic logic.
But why would he say something like that?
Yet reality was even more absurd than her dreams.
This young man truly said those words.
Yukima Azuma stood before her, his eyes unwavering and resolute.
"Yukino, I can't be without you."
Yukinoshita Yukino felt like she was about to lose herself in his gaze.
Chapter 90: Master of love Kirisu Mafuyu, But the Embarrassment that Makes She Want to Die
Sitting in the car of Yukinoshita Yukino, Yukima Azuma stretched his hand comfortably, leaning back in the seat, looking completely relaxed.
As expected, lying here is the most comfortable.
However, in the driver's seat, Yukinoshita Yukino did not have the same calm demeanor.
At this moment, her cheeks were still flushed.
Earlier, on the street...
After hearing Yukima Azuma's words, she couldn't control her emotions and rushed to hug him.
Although school had ended a while ago, there were still some students from Toyogasaki Academy passing by on the street, glancing over at them.
Moreover, Yukino's older sister, Yukinoshita Haruno's car, was still parked nearby.
Clearly, it was Yukino herself who had initiated the hug, but in the end, she was blushing so hard that she didn't know where to hide her face.
"Let's go home."
Yukima Azuma tilted his head and looked at Yukino, suggesting.
Yukino didn't turn to look at him.
By now, her mood still hadn't settled.
If she looked into the deep eyes of this young man now, she didn't know what she might do.
After all, she was at that age already.
"I still have to go back to the company; the work is not finished yet."
Yukino's voice was somewhat embarrassed.
"Huh? You clearly finished at five o'clock though?"
"It's because Yukima... because Azuma doesn't care about the development of the company! Right now, we're just starting, I need to make use of the time."
"It's just today, there won't be any problem!"
"But..."
"Yukino, how long has it been since you went home for a meal?"
The mention of home broke down Yukinoshita Yukino's last defense.
In the past, she had felt that the atmosphere at Yukima's house was truly too captivating.
That's why Yukino was always so busy and never went home.
In reality, she was afraid that if she became too immersed in that atmosphere, one day, when those moments disappeared, she wouldn't be able to bear it.
If she got used to life at Yukima's home, then was pulled back into the birdcage called Yukinoshita, she would definitely collapse.
But now... Yukinoshita Yukino realized that her resistance was actually no different from being useless.
The car started, heading towards Yukima's house.
"Yukino, do you want anything to eat?"
"I don't have any particular preferences."
Yukino was the type of person who liked to cook.
Most people who enjoy cooking are not picky, but they usually have a few dishes they like.
But Yukino was the type of person who liked anything as long as it was delicious.
...
Opening the front door, Shiratamaru was sitting obediently on the doorstep.
If Shiratamaru could bark, it would definitely be a very good "house guard."
After changing into indoor slippers, Yukino bent down, reaching her hand out to Shiratamaru.
Shiratamaru looked at Yukino.
This mistress, who leaves early and comes home late every day, rarely gets to pet it.
Carefully, it lifted one paw to test.
Confirming there was no danger, Shiratamaru immediately jumped into Yukino's hands.
Yukino's heart melted at the cuteness of Shiratamaru.
She was, after all, someone who was extremely fond of cats.
God knows how much willpower she had exerted over the past period to resist rushing to hug Shiratamaru.
At this moment, as she picked Shiratamaru up, Yukino inhaled deeply, as if she wanted to swallow the cat whole.
Yukima Azuma stood beside her, watching the scene with a faint smile on his lips.
He remembered when Shiratamaru first came home...
Back then, it was as small as the palm of a hand, and one could easily pick the cat up with a single hand.
Now... Now, when lifting it up, its body had grown long like a "cat string," now as long as a human arm.
Because Shiratamaru was so smart, not even the cage or the room's door could contain it.
Every day, it ran around the upper and lower floors.
When hungry, it would bring its bowl out and knock it on the floor.
Other than its own cat nest, it could sleep anywhere in the house.
The dominant lifestyle could be summed up in one word: "reckless."
When it first arrived...
Shiratamaru: "This is your house?"
And now...
Shiratamaru: "This is "YOUR" house?"
Fortunately, Shiratamaru didn't cause much trouble and was very friendly with everyone.
So, Yukima Azuma let it do whatever it wanted.
....
Tonight, they had Coca chicken wings for dinner.
After the meal, Yukino hugged Shiratamaru and ran straight to her room.
Having not been able to "inhale cat energy" for a few days, Yukino decided she would make up for it double in the coming days. (note: I also want to be a cat)
Yukima Azuma could only smile wryly.
Tonight, it was Kirisu Mafuyu's turn to wash the dishes.
After finishing dinner, Kirisu-sensei grabbed a plate and walked to the sink.
Yukima Azuma lay on the couch, sticking his head out to look toward the kitchen.
He watched Kirisu-sensei, with her long pink hair tied in a low ponytail, working around the house.
Yukima Azuma thought that in the future, Kirisu-sensei would definitely be a great wife.
Crash!
The sound of something breaking was clearly heard.
Time seemed to stop.
Kirisu Mafuyu froze, slowly turning her head to make eye contact with Yukima Azuma.
Then, Kirisu bent down to pick up the broken pieces of the plate.
"Kirisu-sensei! Let me do it!"
Yukima Azuma immediately reacted, flipping off the couch and quickly walking toward her, pulling her hand away.
Kirisu Mafuyu looked like she wanted to cover her face.
Clearly an adult.
Yet her domestic skills were truly a disaster.
She had no idea how many plates she had broken at this point.
Yukima Azuma led her to sit down on the couch.
Then, he grabbed a broom from the other side and began carefully sweeping up the mess.
The broken porcelain pieces were very dangerous.
"Kirisu-sensei, don't worry, everyone has something they're not good at."
Kirisu Mafuyu really wanted to cover her face now.
Not only was she "useless" when it came to housework, but now her student was the one comforting her.
The feeling of embarrassment overwhelmed her heart.
"Sensei, just go to your room, leave the rest to me."
Yukima Azuma's words were like a pardon that saved Kirisu Mafuyu.
The teacher, Kirisu Mafuyu, hurriedly went up the stairs, as if fleeing.
In fact, Kirisu Mafuyu really wanted to apologize and thank Yukima Azuma for his kindness.
She genuinely felt comforted.
But as a teacher, it was just too embarrassing.
"Next month's rent... I'll have to pay double."
As she reached the second floor, Kirisu Mafuyu whispered to herself.
But before she could reach her room,
A door suddenly opened from the side.
Kirisu Mafuyu was immediately pulled into the room.
"Yukino!? What's going on?"
Pulled into the room, Kirisu Mafuyu was startled and confused.
Looking back, she saw her student, staring at her seriously.
That gaze made Kirisu Mafuyu feel quite awkward.
"Mafuyu-sensei, I... have someone I like."
Yukino spoke in a very serious tone, gently twisting the hem of her white shirt.
Kirisu Mafuyu took a moment to understand the meaning behind Yukino's words.
Her eyes widened.
Yukino, her student!
It turned out there was someone she liked!
Kirisu Mafuyu couldn't help but be surprised.
Because, back when Yukino was a student, her gaze toward other classmates always had a strange look, as if she were looking at an insect.
Knowing Yukino, Kirisu Mafuyu couldn't imagine it.
Who could this person be to make Yukinoshita Yukino open her heart and say something like, "I have someone I like"?
After collecting herself, Kirisu Mafuyu smiled.
"This is good news! Who is it? Is it a colleague from your company?"
It was naturally a good thing that Yukino had finally figured out her feelings.
She couldn't let her student live alone forever.
At this moment, Yukino nodded slightly.
Her fingers twisted the hem of her white shirt more and more into a ball.
"It's... A... Azuma-kun."
Yukino confessed her feelings.
A topic like this, usually, girls would share with their close friends and discuss when they were still in school...
But, during her student years, Yukinoshita Yukino...
Not to mention love.
She didn't even have a same-gender friend.
She had no experience in this matter at all.
So, even though she had already entered society,
