Asobi Otonari

The Stranger Girl Who Lost

“aku bad, Aoyagi. Suddenly asking you to help me and everything"

While I was arranging the teaching materials in the storage room, Miyu-sensei apologized to me while arranging the scattered materials.

Right now, I am immersed in cleaning the storage room with Miyu-sensei.

“No, it's okay. However, if you only want someone to help, please do not threaten them with punishment. "

I kept moving my hands, but simultaneously I filed a complaint.

When Miyu-sensei told me that I would accept punishment, the thought that I would accept additional homework like Akira worried me.

If it's Miyu-sensei we're talking about, she can easily make it happen without any problems.

“Punishment is a good reason to get you out of class to help me. If Saionji is the only one receiving punishment for this morning's incident, it will make others hate you to some degree. "

I didn't respond, but I knew from his words that he was worried about me.

Although Miyu-sensei has a bad temper and strong-willed personality, it is an undeniable fact that she is an outstanding teacher who always pays attention to the well-being of her students. And that was the reason why Miyu-sensei was so popular among the students.

“Also, you bring everyone's enmity to yourself, right? Why do you always choose to take on such an unfortunate role in such a case? ”

Maybe because I didn't answer, Miyu-sensei kept asking me. I stopped moving the materials as I looked into Miyu-sensei's eyes and asked.

“When did you start observing the situation?”

"That was right before you took the initiative to stop Saionji."

“That means you were present from the beginning.”.

"Yes I was thinking about whether to intervene or not, but when I saw you move, I stopped. I did not want to interfere in the matter among the students, and I know you'll finish it. To be honest, I wish I had interfered. "

Miyu-sensei's words and expression clearly showed her regret. Maybe because I became the only villain.I believe it was the best choice given the situation, and also because I trusted Akira. However, it seems like it was a bad choice with an unfortunate outcome from Miyu-sensei's point of view.

“If that's it. I don't care. "

“You... Aki is worried that you must be the target of bullying at school.”.

Miyu-sensei muttered with an amazed expression.

I reflexively reacted to words that should not be ignored.

"please wait. That guy, did he really say that? "

“Ah ~! Besides, he often said things like, 'Is Senpai lonely without me? And did he have lunch alone?' ”

Listening to Miyu-sensei's words, I could feel a serious migraine crawling through me.

Aki is Miyu-sensei's younger sister who is much younger than her, besides, she was my junior during my junior high.

She has a rather feminine personality, which is a stark contrast to Miyu-sensei's personality. However, he can also be a very worried person and can sometimes be a little annoying.

“Why does he think I'd be lonely if he knew Akira was my class…? Moreover, he never revealed that 'concern' to me even though we met almost every day. "

“Well, if he said that to you personally, you would be angry, right? He also said, 'Saionji-senpai can gather people, but in the end they will leave.' ”

“... Here, may I tell you all this? She'll start crying after I scold her, you know? "

“Haha ~ You don't need to worry, I know you can't reprimand Aki hard.”

“Miyu-sensei, you are quite cunning..”.

“You cannot survive in this society if you are not cunning.”

Miyu-sensei gave me a completely unreasonable tip with an innocent look.

I still can't understand how serious and diligent Aki and the irresponsible Miyu-sensei are sisters.

“Hei, Aoyagi. What are you thinking?"

Once I thought of something disrespectful, Miyu-sensei responded sensitively.

I just shook my head to the side and insisted that it was a misunderstanding.

If he knew about what I was thinking, he would definitely charge at me with extra homework.

"So, so it's just me. Well, it's okay. All I want to say is, you should pay more attention to yourself. "

"do I feel like I'm taking good care of myself?"

“In what state of mind did you say that..?”

Miyu-sensei sighed heavily while holding her forehead in frustration.

Why did he make a surprised expression?

“Miyu-sensei, I'm done. Can I go to your house now? Aki will be noisy if I'm late. ”

I confirmed that I was done with my work and expressed my desire to go to Miyu-sensei.

If I continue to stay here, I will only be rebuked further.

Aki would be worried if I was late, it would be bad if I didn't get out soon.

"Thank you. I'll call Aki so you can let her know. Thank you as always .. ”

“It's okay, because I received the money, I am also very grateful.”

I am actually Aki's teacher.

When I told Aki that I was going to get a part-time job when I started high school, she asked me to be her tutor.

At first I refused, but after being urged by Aki and allowed by Aki's parents, I finally decided to take the job.

After bowing towards Miyu-sensei and saying goodbye, I headed towards Aki's house.

The distance between our school and Aki's house is not too far away, so somehow I will be able to arrange it.

Or so I thought. However, it was impossible for me to come in time for an appointment.

“Waaah ~! Uwaah ~! Onee-chan ~! D-Where are you !? ”

Out of nowhere, I heard a child crying.I saw a little girl wailing around the next block.

With his words, it seemed like he had been separated from his sister.

Although a little girl was crying, the passers-by just looked at her with troubled expressions, deciding not to involve themselves with her.

They kept their distance from the girl and anxiously watched her crying appearance.

The reason why they did not call out was obvious from the girl's appearance and the words she shouted.

Her hair is very rare silver in Japan. The words that leaked between sobs were spoken in English. I'm pretty sure he's a stranger. It seemed like no one around could speak English, so even though they wanted to help, they couldn't because they couldn't communicate.

Can't help…...

I can't ignore a child wailing like that out in the open.

There is a certain possibility that someone who is proficient in English will pass through some time in the near future, however, by the time this possibility materializes, this painful scene will continue uninterrupted.

I might not be able to come on time today, but I can formulate a reasonable reason for Aki later.

"What's going on? Are you separated from your brother? ”

I approached the boy and squatted down a little to talk to him.

The girl was startled for a moment, then slowly looked at my face with teary eyes.

"Who are you, Onii-chan?"

“My name is Akihito. What's yourname?"

“Emma..”

“Emma, what is it…? Where's your sister?"

“Onee-chan, not here.”

“Ah, yes. She don't. Where did your brother disappear to? ”

“Not him... Waah ~! Uwaah ~ ”

When I asked her about her problem, Emma came back crying.

I don't know why she started crying.

I feel like he has not been able to understand my words perfectly because he is so young.

I understand that her sister is not around here, but where can she go?

First, let's avoid an immediate crisis.I have to stop her from crying.

Since she started crying again after I approached her, the passers-by gave me quite a doubtful look. It seems like they don't understand what I'm saying when I talk to Emma in English, so they suspect me.

What am I supposed to do?

How can I make him stop crying?

The candy? I don't have it because I don't eat it often.

A toy? Of course I didn't bring toys.

Is there any other way — Ah! I have a smartphone.

While on the train, I once observed how a mother comforted her crying child by giving him a smartphone. If I remember correctly, she showed him the video.

What video can make a little girl passionate this —!

"Emma-chan .. Look at this."

Accessing a popular video streaming website, I chose a video that caught my eye and handed my phone to Emma.

Emma glanced at my face for a moment before continuing to look at the smartphone display.

As he stared at the video reflected on the smartphone screen, his expression shone.

"Cats…!?"

“Does Emma like cats?”

"Yes! Emma loves cats! ”

Emma's eyes were fixed on the phone screen as if her previous crying appearance was just an illusion.

Since the situation seemed to be under control, I breathed a sigh of relief.

He seems to be fine for now.

While Emma was engrossed in the cat videos, I wanted to find her sister…

I think it's best to take her to the police station, but if the police officer can't speak English, Emma may feel alienated.

I want to avoid such a scenario because he is still young.

I think I finally need to find her sister…

There is no clue... Does he look like the person I know…?

Silver hair sparkling Emma.

Her cute appearance resembles someone. Yes, she looks like Charlotte, who moved to my class this morning.

Can…..

“Emma-chan's chat. Can you tell me your full name? ”

“Hmm? Emma's name is Emma Bennett? ”

Emma, who was engrossed in watching cat videos, told me her name after looking at me with a confused expression.

As I thought…

Since I discovered the identity of Emma's sister, I decided to return to school immediately.