After deciding to give up, I became popular

“That’s not true.” Natsukawa Kanade naturally shook his head. Seeing that she seemed to be in a slightly bad mood, he reached out and gently stroked her head.

Recently, the angel seemed to have become fond of being petted on the head. Ever since he had taken care of her hair before, she would occasionally take the initiative to ask for it, and every time he stroked her, she would be as docile as a cat. But today, this trick didn't seem to work.

“You're not thinking you can just smooth things over by patting my head, are you?” Mahiru looked up at him with her small face. Although the expression on her face still conveyed 'she's happy,' her mouth was still unrelenting.

“No, I'm not?” Natsukawa Kanade winked at her, his hand still moving.

“Hmm… but, I was quite happy today… so I'll let you off the hook.” Shiina Mahiru began to squint her eyes and enjoy it.

“That’s very kind of you, Angel-sama.” Natsukawa Kanade chuckled softly in response.

It seemed that Mahiru had been somewhat appeased by him.

When he gently strokes her with his heart, her expression becomes very soft, as if it contains sweet honey, which makes Natsukawa Kanade himself very happy to see. It's easy to feel the happiness she exudes, so he can't help but continue, unable to calm down.

“I told you not to call me that…” the angel muttered, but without any other action.

Natsukawa Kanade didn't respond to her, as he never listened anyway.

“You really like being petted on the head.” Natsukawa Kanade said softly. The sound of the TV was a bit noisy, so he absentmindedly used his other hand to press the remote control.

“Because Kanade’s hand is warm, it makes me feel safe.” Mahiru nodded her head gently.

“Well, how should I say it… my body temperature is indeed relatively high.” Natsukawa Kanade scratched his head. Could it be because he was still in his development period? Or because he usually eats a lot and exercises constantly?

“Hmm… I want you to pet me more.”

“Uh… don't always say things that could be misunderstood.” Natsukawa Kanade sighed softly, then gently flicked Mahiru's forehead as a warning. “But I'll do as you wish anyway…”

In other people's eyes… no, in fact, he himself thought so too. This kind of statement was undoubtedly a dangerous remark implying that he should reach for other parts of her body. But because it was Mahiru who suggested it, he didn't want to misunderstand, but he had to remind her.

Perhaps it was because the angel had just taken a bath, but he always felt that she exuded a very pleasant fragrance.

Honestly, in such intimate situations, he would find it a little difficult to hide the throbbing in his heart, but he still endured it, carefully taking care of her beautiful hair, and occasionally saying a few words, wanting to cover up the sound of his own rapid heartbeat.

Then, as he petted her, the angel slowly formed a very relaxed expression, sometimes wrinkling her small nose, revealing a look as if she felt itchy. Then she suddenly raised her head and looked at Natsukawa Kanade's face, her expression very serious as if she was planning something.

“…”

“What's wrong all of a sudden?” Natsukawa Kanade asked, puzzled.

“It's always you petting me, it's not fair… I want to pet your head too.” The angel looked at him with a serious expression.

“Uh… what's so fun about petting a guy's head…” Natsukawa Kanade leaned back slightly, a slightly embarrassed expression on his face.

“You actually said it's fun…” Shiina Mahiru muttered, then looked up at him with a serious face again. “It's fun! Probably… petting Kanade’s looks like it would be fun, right?”

She herself didn't seem too sure.

“Don't use that rhetorical question tone.” Natsukawa Kanade said helplessly. Her words made him feel a little strange himself. “And I'm not a toy… well, just petting, it doesn't matter, right… but there's really nothing fun about it, okay?”

Natsukawa Kanade reminded her again. Although his hair quality was also pretty good, the smooth type, it was definitely not as good as a beautiful girl like Mahiru. At least he thought so himself, so if they traded, he definitely wouldn't lose out.

At least that's what he thought. Anyway, he had nothing to lose, so he threw that little bit of insignificant embarrassment to the back of his mind. Anyway, no one could see it…

So Natsukawa Kanade nodded and said, “Please.”

Then the angel patted her lap at him.

“Uh… this is?” Natsukawa Kanade was a little dazed.

“Considering the height and posture, I feel like it would hurt Kanade’s neck, right? Or does Kanade think it would be better to squat down?”

“Uh, squatting down is okay…” Natsukawa Kanade rubbed his face, feeling that if he really did that, he would be like a dog, even more embarrassing.

“Since you said so… then I won't be polite.” Natsukawa Kanade said politely, but without hesitation, he lay down.

No boy could refuse a cute girl's lap pillow invitation, at least he couldn't, so of course, he chose to listen to his heart.

Mahiru's figure was the petite type, so her thighs were also relatively slender, but in fact, they were soft just right. Her muscles were certainly not developed, so the word 'supple' would be more appropriate.

These legs were very tight, fully retaining the feminine softness that could be felt even through clothes. How should he describe this feeling… it felt great, and coupled with the sweet smell that entered his nose, it was simply wonderful!

And looking up, one could probably experience a superb view—Mahiru was just slender, but in fact, she had everything she needed. Although she wasn't as broad-minded as Kasumigaoka-senpai, she was still more skilled than Kaguya and Yukino.

But he didn't dare to keep his eyes open to look, for fear that he would have some unwanted reactions that would make him feel ashamed, so he honestly turned to the side, turning his gaze towards the TV.

The angel certainly couldn't detect his wavering, and still gently stroked his hair with her small hands.

Her slender fingers ran through his hair, the inside of her fingers gently brushing against his skin. This feeling was really comfortable, no wonder Mahiru would also show a cat-like expression when he stroked her.

And compared to him, the angel's movements were much gentler. Under her stroking and combing, although Natsukawa Kanade couldn't see her expression now, he must be enjoying it.

“I heard… lap pillows are a boy's romance… how does Kanade feel?” The angel's movements were gentle, and her expression was also very warm.

“Who did you hear that from? I want to express my gratitude in person.” Natsukawa Kanade said with a serious face.

“Hehe (*^▽^^*), I'm glad you like it…”

“…” Natsukawa Kanade didn't respond.

Although this feeling was indeed very comfortable, if it continued like this, he would be drowsy and fall asleep.

“Then… how about some additional services?” Mahiru suddenly pinched his earlobe and gently rubbed it.

“Ad, additional services…” Natsukawa Kanade's breathing became a little rapid.

The angel's breath patted down from above. Even without looking, Natsukawa Kanade could feel that Mahiru should be leaning over slightly, closer to his cheek, so the hot breath she exhaled kept stirring on his face and ears.

“Um, like cleaning your ears?”

“Ah, it's cleaning ears…” Natsukawa Kanade was suddenly inexplicably disappointed. He thought it was something more…

“Um, do you need it?” Although she was asking for his opinion, he could feel that Mahiru's hand hadn't stopped moving.

“Yes, yes, please add it…” Natsukawa Kanade was a little reckless in his words, because even cleaning his ears was a wonderful experience, especially provided by the angel.

“Okay, then I'll start.” Mahiru laughed softly, then with a bit of excitement, reached for the ear pick and tissue that had been prepared on the table.

“…?!”

Natsukawa Kanade suddenly trembled all over, his whole body stiffened, and his heart kept sending out indescribable wails.

But the angel was unaware of his inner cries. She continued her movements, even lowering her body slightly so that her hand could reach further.

She certainly hadn't noticed that Natsukawa Kanade had just tasted her soft touch and weight with his cheek, and she couldn't possibly know that his heart was constantly roaring at this moment.

Now Natsukawa Kanade's mind was completely not on the matter of cleaning his ears, but he was held down by Mahiru, who softly reminded him, "Please don't move."

He understood her meaning, because he was cleaning his ears, so he shouldn't move, but at this moment, he clearly wanted to roll around on the ground. The feeling of forcibly enduring it was really uncomfortable.

But even so, he could only suppress his nature. Then, the next moment, he felt a hard object slowly drill into his ear canal.

At that moment, his body trembled slightly. This was probably because of the sudden attack, after all, the ears were also very fragile places. But in fact, he wouldn't have this feeling when he cleaned his own ears. It was just that if the angel did it, it would not only create a strange mood, but also… because it was done by a cute girl, it would also bring an indescribable sense of excitement.

No wonder so many people like to get their ears cleaned, there's a reason for it!

And the angel's personality itself was the very gentle type. When cleaning his ears, she was of course still careful. This light and gentle movement made him feel a little itchy, both psychologically and physically. It was the kind of feeling that made him a little restless, but he couldn't say whether it was pleasant or would ignite his desires even more. But in this regard, the only thought that Natsukawa Kanade wanted to express was—

This is a superb view, please experience it!

249. About to be spoiled like a child…

“How's the pressure? It shouldn't hurt, right?” The angel's movements were very gentle, and her tone was equally gentle.

“Um, it doesn't hurt… it's actually very comfortable.” Natsukawa Kanade squinted his eyes, enjoying it.

“I see, that's good.” Shiina Mahiru's face not only showed a satisfied smile, “I heard that this is also a boy's romance… so was Kanade-kun's romance satisfied?”

“Um… maybe…”

“So Kanade is a boy after all.” Shiina Mahiru's expression became even more gentle, and her fingers unconsciously gently caressed his cheek.

“What else could I be?” Natsukawa Kanade retorted.

If he wasn't a man, he wouldn't feel so depressed in his heart, and he wouldn't be so excited by the softness just now.

Boys are really very simple creatures. As long as a cute girl is willing to take the initiative to get close to them, it's hard for anyone to refuse, especially a girl like the angel who already has a delicate relationship with him, and a little… slight crush, 乁 it's impossible not to make him feel a little flustered.

“Hehe, because Kanade is always very gentlemanly, I thought he wouldn't be very interested…” As Shiina Mahiru spoke, her tone inevitably became a little resentful.

Clearly, what she had heard was that “boys are carnivores, and if you give them a little hint, they will start acting on their own,” but she couldn't see any similar signs in him. Over time, the desire to convince herself of this couldn't help but become a little frustrated.

But today, she was lucky enough to see a side of him that was different from usual.

“Even if I'm a gentleman, in this situation, it's difficult to unify words and heart, right?” Natsukawa Kanade couldn't help but open his eyes. The angel had really misunderstood deeply, always thinking that he didn't care at all. “With such a cute girl giving you a lap pillow, and adding ear-cleaning services, it's hard for any boy not to be moved, right?”

“So Mahiru herself should be careful. Men are like this. Even if they usually have a good face, once there's no one around, they might really launch an attack.”

This was probably his personal statement, so it was particularly convincing.

“Hmph.” As a result, the angel just snorted softly, and then, as if venting her anger, suddenly stopped her hand movements, and pinched his ear and pulled it lightly. “This is punishment—I won't do this kind of thing to others.”

“Is that the point?” Natsukawa Kanade wanted to support his forehead.

“Isn't this important?” Shiina Mahiru also asked him in return.

Natsukawa Kanade was speechless for a moment. Indeed, this was also important, because no matter what, he didn't want to see the angel get close to others… ah, except for girls.

Because watching girls get close always makes people feel better.

But from his point of view, he couldn't directly affirm it, it would seem like he still had ulterior motives towards her… at least he couldn't let her notice.

Natsukawa Kanade didn't know how to respond, so he was silent for a long time.

Shiina Mahiru didn't think there was anything wrong, and continued to slowly clean his ears.

After serving for a while, she softly reminded him, “Kanade, you can change direction, it's time for the other side.”

After hearing this, Natsukawa Kanade subconsciously turned over, but after stabilizing his head, he was shocked to realize the terrible position—he had to look at the angel's small belly all the time, but what was even more concerning was a little lower…

Because of the recent warming weather, and the fact that we're at home, the angel-like girl was dressed rather lightly, with only a pair of shorts on her lower body. Therefore, if he really flipped down a little more, what he saw would be hard to describe. So, he had to support himself a little and move his head slightly.

As a result, the angel-like girl quickly pressed him back down.

"Really,奏, don't move around," 真昼's tone was slightly stronger, possibly because she was afraid her mistake might hurt his ear.

Seeing that there was no way to do that, 夏川奏 could only close his eyes again.

But his other senses were still there, especially because he closed his eyes, the warmth coming from all around tightly enveloped him. Not to mention the softness on his thighs, even more excessive was the pleasant fragrance constantly seeping into his nose, becoming much more intense than ever before, completely like a seductive crime!

夏川奏 was almost unable to distinguish whether this was heaven or hell. It was clearly a very fascinating feeling, but it was also exceptionally tormenting to his will. For him now, it was roughly like having half his body in heaven and the other foot stepping into hell.

"What's wrong? Your body was shaking just now?" the angel-like girl asked with slight concern.

"N-nothing! Never mind!" 夏川奏 exclaimed in surprise, finally waking up from the intoxicating atmosphere. "Maybe I just feel a little cold..."

He tried to quibble, because there was no way he could truthfully report his inner state at this time. Not to mention whether 真昼 could accept his heaven-defying statement, he himself would be ashamed to find a tofu to crash into and die. So, at this time, he could only do this, honestly close his eyes, and accept the service from the angel-like girl...

椎名真昼 tilted her head slightly, a little puzzled by his condition, but hearing him say that, she stopped her movements and pulled the small blanket she often used to cover herself from the side of her body, and then put it on 夏川奏.

"Well, that's good, you shouldn't be cold now, right?"

"..." 夏川奏 had no way to respond to her.

If he said he didn't need it, what was with his earlier statement? But accepting it like this made him seem like a child, now he was clearly lying in his mother's arms acting spoiled... But he had to say that the angel-like girl's maternal instincts were too strong, right? If they continued to get along like this, he might really be spoiled into a child.

Because he didn't know what to say, 夏川奏 could only hum a few times in a perfunctory manner, but the angel-like girl didn't care.

No, it should be said that her mind wasn't on this at all, she had her own considerations.

"奏, after this is over, can I stroke your hair a little longer?" the angel-like girl asked him gently, this feeling was like she was asking for a reward.

This also proved that 真昼 really liked the feeling of being stroked on the head.

But in fact, for 夏川奏, even if 真昼 didn't use a lap pillow as a condition, he could always do it, as long as she brought it up.

"Yeah, of course... for as long as you want," 夏川奏 muttered, his body still immersed in the fascinating but also tormenting service.

Clearly, if he ran away immediately, he wouldn't have to suffer so much torment. However, sadly, he was, after all, a healthy high school boy, so at this moment, not only was his head dizzy and wanted to indulge in it, his body had long been captured, and even the strength to move a finger was about to be sucked away by the angel-like girl.

Alas, he was indeed a person with a weak will after all.

Compared to 夏川奏's random thoughts, 椎名真昼's emotions were quite simple and clear, her whole body was filled with an atmosphere called joy.

She liked the feeling of 奏 stroking her, and she felt it was never enough, she felt that time could continue like this forever, but instead it made people happy.

"Then it'll be over in a little while, please endure a little longer."