Spring break.
I can't believe it. I'm finally going on my first date with Kyouya!
I've worked so hard to get this far!
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Flower viewing?
Denied.
Huh? Why not?
I hate crowds. Not interested.
Then where do you wanna go?
Let's rent a DVD and watch it at home.
What?! Let's do something we can only do at this time of year!
What does it matter?
Keep acting pushy, and we won't get together at all.
What?
Th-Then let's play rock-paper-scissors to decide fair and square!
If I lose, I won't say anything else!
It's like a dream!
Shut up. How many times are you gonna say that?
I really still can't believe it!
The man I love loves me back, and we can even go on a date!
Why not?
If you want to make me a liar that badly, I can do what you want.
N-No! It's not that you're fooling me or anything!
Hey, did you see that couple just now?
The guy's really handsome.
A little polish and he could even top you, Nozomi.
Rude! Don't say that to my face.
Sorry!
But the girl's a little... you know?
Yeah. So plain.
Why's he going out with her?
He could get with a way hotter girl.
You don't know that's his only girl.
After all, isn't it boring...
to be tied down to only one?
I don't
want to be alone
I will just obey you
I didn't use
to have a master
I just want to be with you
How can I?
I'll change the whole country
I know I can do it
If we're friends, then we're all free
I'll make us free
Yeah
We're
both liars, calm me down
I'll make it all true, just wait
I'll change this whole country
I know I can do it
If we're friends, then you're free
You'll see
I've found love
Bless my heartfire
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Self-Contra tion
Chapter 7
Isn't it pretty?
What's fun about wandering around looking at flowers?
It should be fine, right? We're going out.
What?
Don't get all clingy. Especially outside.
Huh?
So, how about a commemoration of your date?
That's great!
I'll hang it in my room!
Hey, Kyouya! Have one drawn with—
Not happening.
I'm taking it!
Okay!
Let's have our picture taken underneath the cherry blossoms too!
Excuse me!
Wait.
Here. This is good enough, right?
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Say, "Ah!"
I told you, I don't like sweet things.
Let's ride one of those too!
The pond's surrounded by cherry trees! The magazine says it's really beautiful!
No way.
Come on!
I'd rather just go home.
Huh?
This is too far out of my comfort zone.
No! We haven't even done anything yet!
We've seen plenty of flowers, right?
We accomplished our objective.
Then... Then at least the boat.
I really wanted to ride one today.
Please! It'll be the favor of a lifetime!
No.
Boat Rides
If you want to ride that badly, ride it yourself.
I'll wait for you on that bench.
Hey!
All day it's been "I don't want to" and "No way."
Are you still pretending you're my master?
Aren't you being a little too selfish?
Whatever.
You made all these plans by yourself.
Why do I have to go along with them?
I didn't say you had to! I asked! And cutely I might add!
Boat Rides
Even if you don't really like it, you should give in and do it because you're my boyfriend!
This is no different from before.
Even though... Even though we're finally a real couple.
And because of that, we have to do everything those stupid couples do?
Where'd that obligation come from?
Obli...
That stuff is nonsense.
It's not an obligation! It's just normal!
Couples want do things, go places, and make fun memories together.
What's wrong with that?
It's all normal!
If you see it as an obligation, you're the weird one!
So you think there's nothing to us unless we're doing something special?
What? That's not it!
You're the one who's no different from before.
You still just want to play at dating, right?
In that case, maybe you'd be just as happy with anyone else.
Whatever.
I'll ride one by myself.
Yeah, whatever.
Kyouya's a jerk.
I'm a jerk.
Idiot. What do you mean, here?
It's okay! No one's watching!
No way! I can't do that! It's embarrassing!
Just a little peck, okay?
You really did it!
You told me to!
But, you know...
Even though he tried to beg off it. So stupid.
Dog
Finished?
Yeah.
Hold on. I'll meet you.
Um... Could we eat some octopus balls together?
Hey. Next time we have a date, let's watch a DVD you like.
I thought you didn't like that idea.
It's true that I have my ideals,
but even if I want to do something, it's no fun if you don't.
I don't want memories like that.
So I won't bother you by forcing the point anymore.
You gave in pretty easily.
Part of it was just me getting stubborn.
And... just eating octopus balls together is plenty fun.
I might like doing anything if I can do it with you.
I understand.
I don't really think you'd be just as happy with anyone else.
Yeah. I know.
Erika.
What are you doing?
Your mouth's open, you know.
Because I opened it.
Huh? Why?
Feed me that.
Huh?
What?!
N-No thanks!
Don't refuse! If you refuse, then I'll look like an idiot!
B-But you don't mind it?
Of course I mind.
But you want to do it, right?
If you get it, then get it over with.
Th-Then... can I say, "Say, 'Ah'"?
Okay, I get it. Denied, denied.
Well then...
Actually doing it is really embarrassing, huh?
Don't say that.
I'm a hundred times more embarrassed.
Uh-oh. I think I'm really happy.
Damn. I just feel embarrassed.
I knew I would.
You expected that, but you still did it anyway?
I'm so happy.
What is it?
Do I have seaweed on my face?
No.
This time, let's really go home.
Huh? W-Wait a minute! I haven't eaten any octopus—
Kyouya, wait! Just a minute!
Our happy spring break ended, and...
we became juniors.
Sata Kyouya... Sanda Ayumi... Shinohara Erika...
Oh wow! San! No way! What do I do?
I'm so happy! Thank you, God!
You're making too much of it. I'm happy too, but—
I'm in the same class with Kyouya!
That's what it is?
Kidding, kidding! I'm happy to be with you too!
I'm doubly blessed!
Awfully early in the morning for screaming.
Kyouya!
Look, look! Class 4! We're in the same class!
Let's have a good year together, okay?
What are you so happy about?
We're in the same class, that's all.
But still!
Erika!
We're with you too.
Tezuka! Marin!
Let's have another good year—
"Another good year," huh? You're treating us like extras.
Ain't it great?
You got Sata back, and now you can be together.
You already had it pretty good with going to the same school!
Th-Then why don't you date someone in the same grade as you?
I can't believe you said that!
Wait! Wait!
Sounds like it'll be an exciting class.
Seems annoying to me.
I found Class 4!
Girls can't go in until they tell me their names!
What are you, the gatekeeper?
Maybe so!
So tacky.
We've got a real charmer here.
He's pretty hot, huh?
That's Kamiya Nozomi. He's in our class.
Huh? You know him, Tezuka?
Go figure!
I'm Yajima Kana!
He's cute and slick. Lots of girls are into him.
Okay. Kana, huh? A pleasure.
Now that you mention it, one of my friends likes him.
A pleasure!
Oh? Those two...
Hey, it's Prince Sata.
Prince?
Sata Kyouya. Formerly of Class 8.
Oh, I've heard of him!
Lots of girls go crazy for him.
I see. So that's...
What's that? Definitely the same type, then.
Excuse me. Could we go inside?
Sure, go ahead. Boys are free to enter.
Thanks.
That's a prince for you.
I won't lose to you.
Hey, stop! What are your names?
Huh?
Sanda Ayumi.
Tezuka Aki.
What was that?
Tachibana Marin!
Sh-Shinohara Erika.
Self-Contradiction
Seats are already decided, so I'll explain the schedule.
Huh? We're out of red chalk.
We're sitting so far away.
Could the person on duty today go fetch more later?
So, our schedule for today...
I wish Kyouya was next to me.
You don't like having me next to you?
A pleasure, Erika.
A-A pleasure.
But you asked all the girls their names, right?
I can't believe you remembered mine.
I could never forget!
Especially a cutie like you, Erika.
What was that? How should I react?
He's fast!
Yeah, I was just tweeting. You should follow me.
I-I don't do that stuff.
Really? Too bad.
Then tell me your number.
He wants to add me that badly?
But we've only known each other less than an hour.
But the moment I saw you, I felt we just clicked.
Liar!
Hey, you!
During homeroom, close your cell phone, or I'll take it.
Whoops. Got him mad at me.
Now, let's choose our organizers for next week's orienteering.
I'll get your number later. Let me introduce myself.
I'm...
Any volunteers?
I know. Kamiya, right?
You know!
Are you a fan of mine maybe?
Anyone?
No way, right?
Yeah. A friend told me.
If no one volunteers, I'll pick some myself.
Your friend? Marin? Aki? Ayumi?
You're amazingly well-informed!
Amazingly? And do you remember everyone's first names?
Hey, listen. Come hang out with me some time.
Huh?
I didn't believe it, but has he really been making a pass at me?
Should I say I already have a boyfriend?
But with a guy like this, it might all be empty flattery.
Stop talking already, Kamiya, Shinohara!
You two are the organizers for orienteering.
Huh?
The committee meeting will be after school today. See you there.
Oh, no!
Well, let's work hard together!
Well, let's finish this quickly and go out on a date.
Huh? Ignored?
I won't be able to walk home with Kyouya for a while.
Work yourself like a cart horse.
No! Kyouya!
We ended up in the same class and everything too.
Hey, look, Erika!
We're on the same team for orienteering.
I guess it goes by seating.
That means between Kamiya and Shinohara...
The girls will look on this group with envy.
You're between me and Sata. You're very lucky.
I'm with Kyouya and San! S-names forever!
Well?
For you, I can start taking reservations now.
Huh? For what?
Sneaking out at night... for adult fun.
Wh-Wh-What are you thinking?!
Oh, pardon me.
Hey there. Hiromi?
Sorry, sorry. I'm still at school.
I've got to do some dumb committee stuff.
I'll be hung up a little longer.
Oh, sorry. We'll have our date next time.
Yeah. Love you too.
Right! Bye!
Darn, I totally forgot to let her know.
Huh? What is it?
Kamiya...
You shouldn't make offhanded comments to girls when you already have a girlfriend.
If you call them cute or invite them on dates, your girlfriend's gonna get mad.
It's fine. She's not my girlfriend.
Huh?
I don't believe in having a girlfriend.
Huh?
Then the girl on the phone before...
Hiromi? She's just one of the girls I like.
What?
When you become a couple, it might appeal to some people's possessiveness,
but you suddenly attach all these rules like it goes without saying.
I hate that.
It's like getting tied down.
I think it's much more fun to have all kinds of experiences with all kinds of girls.
You understand, don't you?
No, no, no, no!
What? Why not?
Everyone likes me, and I treat them all well.
If I get along with everyone, everyone's happy! Right?
Hot guys have a terrifying thought process.
But then it's even worse if you say stuff like that offhandedly.
Why?
What if a girl gets the wrong idea and gets serious about you?
It'd suck for the girl who got strung along.
Are you talking about yourself?
Huh?
You and Sata.
Huh?
Oh, my! How do you know about that?
I'm so embarrassed!
Oh, so that's what it is.
I thought he was the same type as me.
I see. You got serious about him, huh?
I'm sorry I hit on you.
Oh, no, it's okay.
But Erika, it must be hard on you right now.
Actually, I've gotten past it, in a way.
Huh?
I had some real ups and downs from the things Kyouya said.
But I guess I could say that now I know Kyouya cares about me.
Or I know I can trust him, I guess.
Erika... are you dating Sata?
Yeah. We're a real couple now.
No way.
Huh?
Oh, I see!
Anyway, let's go make the handouts!
Don't worry. Even if we finish early, I won't ask you on a date.
I told you, cut that stuff out.
Seriously.
We have a committee meeting tomorrow, so you'd better let that girl know.
Yeah, yeah.
Kyouya!
What's up?
Were you waiting for me?
I guess. I didn't have anything to do, anyway.
Thanks!
Let's hurry home.
Sure! But... huh?
I think I left my locker key in the classroom.
Huh?
W-Wait. I'll run back and get it!
Sata.
Are you seriously dating Erika?
I guess so.
No way!
Why? It's such a waste!
A guy like you could love and leave as many girls as you want.
What?
You should rethink it.
You're not the type to stick with one woman.
You should enjoy yourself in the moment!
I don't need your advice.
You're serious?
I don't get it.
You can have your pick of girls. Why go for Erika?
For better or worse, she's totally average.
Is she super rich or something?
Or is she convenient to have around, a real yes-man?
Has she got some dirt on you, maybe?
Oh, I know.
She's great in bed, huh?
Enough.
Sorry, sorry. I got carried away.
I'm sorry, so stop trying to stare me to death already.
Kyouya! Sorry for the wait!
Wait. Did something happen?
Nothing serious.
It has nothing to do with you.
Let's go.
Wait! Hey, Kyouya!
He got annoyed.
So he's serious about her.
Poor thing. He doesn't realize how stupid he's being.
I'll need to open his eyes soon.
Outside I can see the rain puddles
None of that is important for us
I didn't know
I could understand alone
Into this world
light has come
We live a total lie,
but it let me meet you
You influence me
like I'm under a magic spell
We live a total lie,
but it let me fall in love with you
Play around more
with my wolf heart
Don't give peace
to my wolf heart
In his quest for personal justice, he invites Kyouya out and asks him.
Why choose love at the cost of freedom?
Next time: "Honeyed Words. - Wake Up -"
Next time Chapter 9 Honeyed Words
It's all in the name of love.