"So, Yusuke, is there anything you want to buy next?"
After leaving Muji, a place of right and wrong, Hui immediately let him go.
Because of his too straightforward action, Kato Yusuke was unable to say anything and just quietly retracted his hand.
As he put the uniform tucked under his arm into a paper bag, he prepared to deny it.
However, just a second before he was about to speak...
Like a blessed soul, a thought came to his mind and he blurted it out unconsciously.
"Glasses...maybe..."
"Eh?"
The girl tilted her head slightly in surprise and asked: "...Strange, why do you want to buy glasses? Yusuke, do you have any problems like myopia?"
"That's not true, I just feel..."
"What do you think?"
Kato Yusuke smiled awkwardly and said vaguely: "I just think that if I buy some more rustic glasses, it might reduce some trouble..."
"Oh~~~"
Hui said in a melodious tone, as if she understood what he meant, "In other words, do you want to make yourself look more rustic and not so eye-catching?"
"Well... almost."
"Hmm~~"
The girl looked at him from head to toe, and then said: "What a surprise~ It turns out that Yusuke would also come up with such a random idea?"
"...Is it my imagination? There seems to be a subtle sense of irony in what you are saying now."
"Well, you can understand it that way."
Is that true!?
Kato Yusuke was speechless for a moment and said dumbfounded: "How should I put it? I always feel that Megumi like this is a bit harsh... Does that idea make you feel so bad?"
"Because that's useless. Yusuke, you seem to be very slow in this regard."
"Well?"
However, the next second, Megumi suddenly changed her words and changed her words: "Well, although I think it's useless, I remember that there is a "JINS" store here... so I went to check it out."
After making the decision, the two went to the optical shop in the mall together.
“Wow~~ there are so many styles!”
Hui walked into the store and looked around, then turned around and asked:
"Well, Yusuke. I won't force you to do anything, but if you must buy glasses, can I help you choose them?"
"Well... I don't have any problem. It would be better if you would help me choose."
When Kato Yusuke said this, Kei immediately understood what he meant.
"That's right. After all, Yusuke, the main object of your troubles is girls. Okay~ I will try my best to help you choose the most suitable one... Hey, shouldn't you choose the least suitable one here?"
"I've never worn glasses, so I'll leave it to you anyway."
"Yeah~ Leave it to me."
The two of them wandered around the shelves displaying merchandise.
"Hey, Yusuke, what do you think of this one?"
The first thing Hui chose was a pair of glasses with thin metal frames.
“Although this type of glasses seems to be popular, surprisingly few people are suitable for it.
Unless you are a good-looking artist, or a tall, elite office worker with a neat suit, it is not suitable for most people. Try it on and see."
"good."
Kato Yusuke then took the glasses from her hand and put them on his face, "...What do you think?"
"Um……"
The girl blinked slightly and said thoughtfully: "That one, like a cold and intellectual handsome guy?"
Such a positive review?
Kato Yusuke was slightly dazed, and something in his heart was touched.
He thought for a moment, then took off his glasses and put them on Hui's face.
"If you wear it, you will look like a cute and quiet girl."
"...What, are you laughing at me?" Hui said as he took off his glasses and put them back on the shelf.
"I'm complimenting you."
"..."
The girl didn't say anything, she just changed her glasses and came over.
"Speaking of fashion, these round-frame glasses are very difficult to wear. I remember some famous writers often wear these, but they are very provocative. Give it a try."
Kato Yusuke took the glasses from her hand and put them on his face, "...how do they look?"
"Hmm~ It's so amazing. Basically, it's like an advertising model with no reference value, right?"
"Well, the speech here is also very subtle..."
So he took off his glasses again and put them on Hui's face.
Hui, who was wearing glasses, frowned slightly and said, "As expected, I feel that I am not suitable for this style."
"Really? I think it's not bad. It makes people want to take a photo and print it as a poster. It's very cute."
"What, Yusuke, I always feel like you're just picking out nice things to say."
"But I only ate one bowl of noodles."
"Hey, what does that mean?"
“To put it simply, it’s about seeking truth from facts.”
After hearing this, the girl took off her glasses, looked at him inexplicably, and then put on another pair of glasses.
"So how about these black thick-framed glasses? The Wellington frame type is very suitable for people with deep outlines and masculinity, especially those with beards."
"Before that, could you please explain what the Wellington frame is...?"
"To put it simply, Wellingtons are wide square frames. By the way, those with slightly rounder frames are called Bostons."
"I see...it's a bit surprising. You know this stuff very well, like an expert."
"There is no such thing. I just often read fashion magazines. These are also seen from above, so I can't say I understand them."
"I think it's pretty good." Yusuke Kato put on his black-rimmed glasses, "So... how about this?"
"...If you really want to say it, like a star in disguise walking on the road?"
"So are we playing some kind of flattery game now? Come and try them on, too." He said, taking off his glasses and handing them to Hui.
"So, what do you think?"
"If I describe it according to your words..."
"What is it?"
"Like a beautiful actress secretly dating someone?"
"...Ah, well, um, because there are too many exaggerations in this sentence and it doesn't sound real, so I just took it as a joke."
"Then celebrities are also very exaggerated, aren't they?"
"Ah~~Really, you are so annoying."
As if aroused, Hui lowered her lips unhappily and turned her face away.
“And didn’t I tell you that from the beginning?
Yusuke, your idea of using glasses to look rustic is totally naive, but the result has proved that you are suitable for any style."
"...Isn't this answer too certain?"
Kato Yusuke smiled bitterly and took off his glasses, "In that case, I won't buy it..."
"——No, just buy this one with a black frame~"
"Huh? But you didn't mean..."
"As far as Yusuke is concerned, I think a little contrast would be good..."
Hui said as she took the glasses from his hand, studied them for a while, and then let out a slight sigh of surprise.
"Ah~ These glasses only cost less than 10,000 yen including tax, so let me give you these as well?"
"ah?"
"You do not want it?"
"...No, the question is why did Kei give me these things?"
"Hey~ Didn't I tell you, this is a thank you gift for going shopping with me today."
"But haven't you already bought me clothes...?"
"No matter what, no matter the reason, you will cooperate - right?" The girl showed a cute and mischievous smile.
"…………"
Kato Yusuke was speechless immediately, while Megumi continued speaking in a natural tone.
"Anyway, I'm going to check out. Can I just choose the lenses without prescription?"
"...Well, I'll trouble you then."
After asking the store clerk, I found out——
Although there happened to be lenses in stock on site, it would take about an hour to pick them up, so the girl decided to go shopping elsewhere.
After leaving "JINS", the two of them strolled around the mall and then walked to the entrance of a hair salon.
The lights in the store are bright, and several neat and decent Tony teachers are serving customers with very capable movements.
Maybe it's because the craftsmanship is pretty good. There aren't many customers inside, giving people the impression that they might as well give it a try.
"——Speak of it, Yusuke."
The girl asked thoughtfully: "Would you like to go in and do some styling too?"
Kato Yusuke followed her gaze and pondered for a moment.
"...Can I ask? Is Hui usually interested in giving matching looks?"
"No. Basically, I only buy clothes for myself. This is the first time for a boy."
"...Is that so, so today I am a costumed doll?"
"Eh~ Where is it? I want to say that we have to wait for glasses anyway, so it wouldn't be a bad idea to do our hair on the way, right?"
"So……"
Kato Yusuke turned to look at her and made a joke.
"If I dress up as Hui likes from head to toe, will you be moved?"
"Eh--?"
Hui was stunned for a moment, then asked:
"...Why do you suddenly ask such a question? Regardless of whether I will be moved or not, what impact will this have on Yusuke?"
"I'm just asking casually." Kato Yusuke said: "...but in fact, from a boy's point of view, I hope you have it."
"Hmm~~~"
As if a little confused, Hui tilted her head and thought for a moment, then quickly straightened her angle.
"But I don't know yet. How about we discuss this issue after you finish your hair style?"
Kato Yusuke nodded and showed a smile: "Okay, but this time I will pay for it myself."
"Well, I understand."
So the two of them entered the store together.
Fortunately, a customer happened to leave the store at this time.
In contrast, a hairstylist was also free.
After the other party confirmed that there were no other reservations for the time being, Kato Yusuke just filled the gap and accepted the service.
Hui was sitting on the sofa area at the entrance and waiting.
In the environment filled with the scent of dye cream and shampoo, time slowly passed...
About forty minutes later, someone's hair style was done.
Since Kato Yusuke didn't have any specific requirements, the hairstylist who served him could only make his own use of it.
Fortunately, the final result seems to be pretty good...
Under the help of a hairstylist, his hair was styled into a three-quarter length.
The hair was blown into a fluffy shape, and the sides were deliberately pulled back, and splints were used to add some texture to the hair.
In order to deepen the layering, the hair tips at the top are slightly thrown back.
Then use hair wax to grab the texture, make some detailed adjustments, and follow the direction of combing the hair, leaving a small bunch of bangs in front of the forehead to look more natural.
Finally, use setting spray to set the look.
Such and such...
A handsome young man who is restrained, calm, and not rigid emerges spontaneously.
Regarding the hairstylist's explanations that seemed to show off his talent, Kato Yusuke was not very cold and didn't care much.
He just asked the girl: "...So, do you think this is okay?"
"......Hmm?"
Under the staggered and stylish short silver-white hair, a pair of deep black eyes are embedded in a perfect and handsome face, like polished obsidian, pure and divine.
The lock of bangs in front of her forehead hangs diagonally above her thick eyebrows. It is fine and casual, and has an intoxicating charm.
The warm yellow ambient light shines down, making the sharp facial contours and light and shadow very layered and three-dimensional. It makes people feel uneasy...
When such a picture burst into her eyes, Hui couldn't help but feel a little absent-minded, and her beautiful eyes were filled with sparks, as if the stars were rippling.
Facing Kato Yusuke's inquiry, she couldn't help but remain silent for a long time and blinked frequently.
He turned his face to the side unnaturally, lowered his gaze, and responded softly.
"...Hmm~ It's very good, very beautiful."
The voice sounds a little erratic.
Perhaps because of the lighting in the store, the tips of the ears with black hair looked slightly red.
Kato Yusuke couldn't help but feel his heart beat. He felt that the girl at this moment was beyond cute.
The two looked at each other in silence.
All the images I experienced today flashed through my mind like a slideshow.
Like a sudden enlightenment, an idea suddenly emerged from the bottom of my heart.
Perhaps, the girl's indifferent attitude towards him today was not unresponsive, but she just didn't show it in front of people.
When thinking of this possibility, Kato Yusuke suddenly felt.
The boredom that I had accumulated throughout the whole day disappeared in an instant, leaving only a gentle breeze coming slowly.
He moved his lips, feeling that he should say something now, but someone spoke first.
"That's great, little brother, your girlfriend looks very satisfied too. If it's convenient, can you let me take a photo of you for in-store promotion?"
The hairstylist standing nearby spoke sincerely and with a very earnest attitude.
girlfriend……?
After hearing this, the two people turned their heads to look at the same time, and then they were surprised to find——
While they were looking at each other in silence, a lot of people gathered around them unknowingly.
Not only the staff and customers in the store, but also those attracted from outside.
People gathered around them in such high spirits, looking at someone with excitement.
As for who is being watched, there is no need to say more.
Kato Yusuke couldn't help but frown, subconsciously feeling a little unhappy.
Faced with the hairstylist's request, he did not respond immediately, but instead turned his attention to Hui.
"...What do you think? Megumi."
"Huh……?"
When he asked her so suddenly, the girl looked a little stunned for a moment and looked around unconsciously.
Immediately afterwards——
"Sorry, we are still in a hurry, so we can't." Megumi said and stretched out a hand towards Kato Yusuke.
Just like before at MUJI, I was ready to drag someone away.
Kato Yusuke couldn't help but laugh, his smile was lazy and scornful, with a bit of careless scorn, which was very attractive.
Whether it was the girl's failure to deny it immediately or the possessiveness that was revealed inadvertently, he felt very useful.
"Don't leave in a hurry, wait until I pay." He smiled and took Hui's hand, then turned to look at the hairstylist.
"Anyway, that's it. What she means is what I mean. Please pay the bill."
At this moment, even the male hairstylist couldn't help but be stunned for a moment. As for women... let's not mention it.
The hairstylist nodded and said "Please follow me" while leading the two of them to check out.
Although he felt a little regretful, since he didn't agree to take photos, he couldn't force anything.
In this way, under the watch of the hairstylist and a group of people, Yusuke and Megumi left together after paying the bill.
After that, the two of them went to "JINS" to pick up glasses.
As a return gift, Kato Yusuke also bought Kei a set of clothes.
The girl seemed hesitant at first, but she could not overcome his persistence and finally accepted it.
Since it was already late, the two simply had dinner at a restaurant in the mall, and then parted ways at the Shibuya tram station.