Kissing My Student, It's Over if We're Caught-Chapter 1Volume 2 .2 - Takagami Yuzuka - Regrets in Life: Unrequited Love

From what I’ve heard so far, he doesn’t seem like a bad guy, a bit pushy, perhaps. But why would things suddenly escalate to being kicked out of the house?

“After we started living together, nothing much happened at first, but a month ago, when my ex got promoted, things started to change,” Yuzu explained.

According to her, ever since he began managing several subordinates, his attitude at home had changed.

“He started complaining more often at home… and once he began drinking, he couldn’t stop. While he always put on a good face at work, he wouldn’t stop ranting non-stop about his bosses, colleagues, and subordinates. At first, I thought it was just the stress from the promotion, so I listened to him rant over drinks, but…”

This had continued every day for the past two weeks, regardless of whether it was a weekday or the weekend, and the complaints escalated to verbal abuse.

“The language he used got dirtier and dirtier. It almost felt like he was attacking my character. I thought that was going too far.”

Yuzu tried to address it gently.

“I understand it’s tough and stressful, but this isn’t good. It’s such a waste,” she told him.

For me, it was unusual for Yuzu to say something like that.

Indeed, it was the first time she’d ever confronted a boyfriend like that.

Then, he said this to her.

—Eh. You’re lecturing me now? That’s not like you, is it?

“Ah~… That’s definitely not good.”

Even if it was anyone else, that would’ve been out of line, but saying that to Yuzu was absolutely unacceptable.

Forcing a character onto Yuzu was the worst possible move.

“That said, you must’ve gotten angry, Yuzu… So, did it turn into a fight?”

“Yeah, I just lost it. It escalated into a massive argument. The verbal abuse he directed at his colleagues was then directed at me, so I retaliated… though I didn’t use foul language. If it had just been a fight, I might not have left the house, but…”

“Something else happened?”

“He destroyed my smartphone.”

“What? But the one you had earlier…”

“That was my old phone before I switched models. It can’t make calls, but it can still use the internet and apps with Wi-Fi, so I kept it for emergencies. The battery’s just a bit weak.”

In the midst of their verbal altercation, her enraged boyfriend had stomped on Yuzu’s phone that was on the table.

“And then, can you believe it? While I was stunned, he threw the broken phone at me. Isn’t that terrible?”

“He threw it at you? The phone?”

“Yeah. Aimed straight for my face. I managed to block it with my arm, but…”

“Are you hurt!?”

“Eh. Well, it still hurts a bit…”

“Show me.”

Obediently, Yuzu held out her right arm.

Upon closer inspection, there was a bruise.

“…”

“Gin?”

“I’ll get something cold.”

As I stood up, I reconsidered my opinion of him. I had admired him earlier, but I was wrong. Throwing things at someone is the lowest of the low.

Especially at a woman.

…And especially at Yuzu.

Returning to the room with a cold pack, I found Yuzu looking uneasy.

“…Gin, are you angry?”

“…”

“Is it my fault?”

“No.”

“…I see.”

Yuzu seemed relieved and relaxed.

Having known each other for a long time, she seemed to understand what I was thinking even from my short reply.

“You’re still willing to get angry for me. That makes me really happy.”

As I applied the cold pack to the bruised area, Yuzu blushed slightly.

“So you left the house because he threw the phone at you?”

“Yeah. I figured that was crossing the line. I just grabbed my spare phone, my bankbook, seal, and wallet, and left in what I was wearing.”

“That was the right decision… Good thing it didn’t turn into a police matter.”

“Ahaha. Really… But with nowhere else to turn, I found myself running here, looking at a piece of paper with Gin’s address on it. Sorry about that.”

“No…”

“I guess it’s my fault for getting involved with a weird guy.”

“That can’t be helped. People have their fronts and backs. It’s not something you can easily notice. You said it yourself earlier, didn’t you?”

This is based on experience.

If Kirihara herself hadn’t approached me, I’m sure I wouldn’t have noticed her true nature… The same goes for Yuzu’s true self.

“…Gin really hasn’t changed, huh?”

“What’s with that all of a sudden?”

“Just an honest impression. Seeing you after so long, I still think you’re a great guy. Especially after just having a big argument with my ex a few hours ago, I feel it even more strongly.”

Yuzu smiled up at me, her gaze filled with affection.

…That alluring gesture hadn’t changed since we were dating.

“Back then, you were always kind to me when I was hurt. And when there was something wrong, you’d scold me properly… That’s why, when Gin says, ‘It can’t be helped’ or ‘Don’t worry about it,’ I can feel relieved, thinking, ‘Ah, I guess it’s okay, then.’ You were definitely meant to be a teacher. You’re suited for it.”

“…I don’t really know about that.”

Kirihara had said something similar to me as well.

…Until recently, Yuzu was the only person I could properly scold.

“Do you have a charger for your phone?”

“Oh, yeah. Can I borrow an outlet?”

“Go ahead.”

“Thanks. I need to head to a mobile shop and make it work for calls… ”

Yuzu hummed as she began charging her phone.

“What will you do about work tomorrow?”

“Once my phone’s back on, I’ll call in sick. I left the keys to the apartment we were living in and my clothes there, so I can’t go to work anyway… Honestly, I’m not in the state to work with a smile.”

“Well, that makes sense.”

Even though she seems calm now, the mental shock must be there.

“…Yuzu.”

“What?”

“I said I wouldn’t let you stay over, but considering the circumstances, you can sleep here just for tonight, only tonight.”

“Really!?”

Despite saying I wouldn’t let her stay, it would be too cruel to kick her out in her current state.

Besides, I owe Yuzu from our student days… and I feel guilty about it.

If it were any other woman, I definitely wouldn’t have done this, even if she was in trouble.

“But it’s just for staying over! I have work tomorrow, so I can’t lend you my bed. You’ll have to sleep on the floor.”

“Got it! Thank you!”

“Also, it’s okay for today, but tomorrow, make sure you settle things properly with your boyfriend.”

“We’re already settled on breaking up, with mutual agreement.”

“Still, your clothes and personal belongings are at his house, right? Make sure to settle that too. Otherwise, you’ll have nowhere to live.”

“…That’s true. Got it.”

“Good. …And I won’t do anything, you know what I mean?”

“…Yes, understood.”

It means we absolutely won’t sleep together.

As far as I know, Yuzu hasn’t been promiscuous since we started dating in college. But I don’t know about her life after becoming a working adult since we broke up.

I just wanted to make sure to draw the line.

“Promise, then.”

“Got it already.”

“Alright… I’m going to take a shower. I have to get up early tomorrow, so I want to go to bed as soon as possible.”

“Understood.”

She nodded silently and watched me head to the changing room.

As I entered the bathroom and let the water run over me, I sighed deeply.

(…I can’t tell Kirihara about this, huh.)

Just being a little clingy after a drinking party was enough to upset her.

If she finds out I let Yuzu stay over… she’d be incredibly upset.

Whether she’d get angry or cry, I couldn’t say, but she definitely wouldn’t be her usual self.

Feeling awkward about Kirihara, I started feeling guilty and loathing myself for my actions. Keeping a secret with a student is already risky, so why did I let my ex-girlfriend stay at my place?

It’s an excuse, but I guess it’s Yuzu’s talent. She’s always been a genius at making her way into someone’s heart.

Before I knew it, as if enchanted by her… that’s a common feeling among those who have been charmed by Yuzu.

…But now, I only have Kirihara.

I have no intention of cheating, but I need to make sure nothing happens…

It’s just reaching out for one night.

If I make sure nothing goes wrong tonight…

Just as I thought that, a sound came from behind.

Huh? I turned around to find an unbelievable sight.

“Excuse me~”

Yuzu had entered the bathroom completely naked.

“What the hell are you doing!?”

“I thought I’d wash your back.”

“I don’t need that! And we just promised not to do anything!”

“Eh~!? This is not allowed either!? We’re just taking a bath together!”

No discussion. This is unacceptable.

I turned off the water and left the bath.

“Hey, Gin?”

Quickly drying off with a bath towel, I dressed in whatever clothes I could find.

Then, I grabbed my suit for tomorrow and my business bag.

“…Gin?”

Yuzu was probably still naked. She tentatively peeked into the room, showing only her face.

“I’m going to sleep at a nearby hotel.”

“Eh?”

“I’ll handle things by tomorrow. Make sure to settle everything before I come back… I won’t let you stay over tomorrow.”

“…Are you angry?”

“Of course, I am!”

I hadn’t expected my promise to be broken so soon.

“I’m sorry! I didn’t think you’d get so angry—”

“I don’t care! …There’s a spare key on top of the shoe cabinet. Use it when you leave the house.”

Yuzu was saying something behind me, but I ignored it and left the house.

Afterward, I booked a room at a business hotel near the station and took another shower.

Before going to sleep, I checked my phone and saw a message from Yuzu.

“I’m sorry for breaking the promise. It was my fault.”

The message, devoid of emoticons or stickers, showed Yuzu was sincerely apologizing… I stayed angry for a while after reading it, but before going to sleep, I replied.

“Reflect on your actions tonight. Feel free to use the bed. I’ll come home tomorrow without working overtime.”

When I send a message using formal language, it means, “I’m still angry, so leave me alone until I cool down.” She’ll probably understand.

“Really…”

Even lying spread-eagle on the bed didn’t ease my irritation. However, I also thought this:

“…It’s Yuzu, so it can’t be helped.”

She’s still the same “disaster girl” with charm and appeal.

I used to love Yuzu like that.

“…Men never forget their first woman, huh?”

Maybe what Yuzu said was right.

The fact is, even though I want to cherish Kirihara now, I can’t leave Yuzu alone. I can’t hate her.

“It’s almost like a curse…”

Lying on the bed and staring at the hotel ceiling, I began to reminisce about my past with Yuzu.

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