Diary Of Service Club, Helping The Elf Princess

"Clearly, Oni-chan, you keep smiling at Shion, but you're not usually like this," Komachi said logically. "It's not like we've never had classmates over before, and every time, you always wore a sour face and didn't even bother to smile."

"That's nonsense. How could I have a stern face when your friends came over? I must have smiled."

"Oh right, you did smile. But your smile looked worse than not smiling."

"…"

Hikigaya didn't want to talk to Komachi anymore. When there were outsiders around, Komachi would be polite and act like a good little sister, trying not to expose his shortcomings.

But when it was just the two of them, Komachi became much more brazen—sometimes comforting him, sometimes teasing him.

"Hehe~ That was back then. Now, Oni-chan, your smile actually looks pretty good. Eek, it actually looks really good now…"

Seeing Hachiman getting visibly depressed from her remarks, Komachi quickly said some flattering words to cheer him up. However, as she stood nearby, watching her brother's handsome profile as he focused on washing dishes, she couldn't help but pause in amazement.

Shion hadn't had much contact with her brother before. Tonight was essentially her first proper interaction with him, so it was natural that she wouldn't have any strange impressions.

Komachi, on the other hand, had spent every day with her brother. Because her attention tonight had been mostly on Shion, she hadn't paid much attention to her brother.

But now, in the quiet moment as she observed her brother closely, Komachi noticed a significant change in him compared to usual.

The rotten aura of his dead-fish eyes seemed less intense than before. Even his skin appeared smoother and more refined, making him look a lot more handsome all of a sudden.

Actually, her brother was quite good-looking most of the time. As long as he stayed quiet, didn't spread his salted fish aura, or spout his usual negative comments, he was already attractive.

However, his level of handsomeness today was on a whole new level. As long as he focused on his tasks and didn't reveal those dead-fish eyes, one could truly feel how good-looking he was.

It was like earlier, when her brother smiled at Shion, there wasn't even a trace of that unpleasant, dark aura.

"What's wrong?"

Noticing that Komachi had stopped mid-sentence and was staring at him, Hachiman turned to glance at her, puzzled.

After getting the Agent 47 template this afternoon, he had encountered either the overly suggestive Saki, or the gloomy and melancholic Shion. Komachi was just his everyday little sister. Since he hadn't even looked in the mirror, he hadn't realized the changes in himself.

If they hadn't just been talking about his smile, Komachi probably wouldn't have noticed the changes in him until much later.

"Oni-chan, you still say you haven't fallen for Shion? There's nothing to be embarrassed about if you like her. I'm your little sister; I'll definitely support you in winning her over." [T/N: Even I deserve a sister like her 😭]

Komachi squeezed Hachiman's arm again, and when she saw him about to raise his hand to flick her forehead, she quickly let go and dodged. Assured that this wasn't a dream, she immediately encouraged him.

Her brother's change had only occurred today. It was highly likely that he started liking Shion after seeing the photo she gave him yesterday.

Coming home so late today was probably because he went for some kind of grooming session, right?

For the girl he liked, her brother was transforming his dark, gloomy style into that of a sunny and handsome guy?

It sounded so inspiring.

"I've already said I haven't fallen to the point of going after a middle schooler. I just didn't want her to feel unwelcomed," Hachiman retorted with a sidelong glance at his imaginative little sister. He placed the cleaned dishes on the rack to dry, wiped the dining table, and finally sat down on the couch to sip some water before speaking slowly.

"Her parents are fighting and divorcing. She chose to escape her home and take refuge at someone else's house. Right now, she's in a fragile and sensitive mental state. We should try not to make her feel unwelcome."

He was somewhat worried that Shion might see herself as a burden and decide to return to that family, which would ruin her life.

"As expected of my Oni-chan. Shion will definitely be moved when she finds out," Komachi chimed in, closely following Hachiman as he moved. She sat next to him, practically glued to his side, and sneakily started offering advice.

"By the way, Oni-chan, are you really not going to try pursuing Shion?"

"A girl with excellent grades, a tall figure, and good at housework is really hard to come by."

"I looked into it—Shion doesn't have many friends. Her childhood neighbor and close friend moved abroad with their family. Now that Shion has run away from home, she's practically alone."

"If you win her over at this moment, Oni-chan, your dream of becoming a househusband might just come true."

"After all, Shion's grades are excellent. She'll definitely get into Sobu High, then, with some effort, make it into a prestigious university. When she graduates, she'll surely land a high-paying job. Supporting you wouldn't be a problem at all."

Originally, Komachi didn't think it was possible because her brother was too much of a salted fish, not appealing enough to such an outstanding girl. But now that her brother had become more handsome and seemed less gloomy, she was confident that Shion could become her sister-in-law.

"…Komachi, your thinking is very dangerous. How can you take advantage of someone's vulnerability?"

Hachiman gave his scheming sister a sidelong glance.

"What, would you rather see Shion face her troubles alone without helping? Isn't your Service Club's mission to lend a hand to those in need?" Komachi countered confidently. How could this be called taking advantage? If she didn't intervene, would it be better to let Shion stay in that household?

Although she wasn't clear about Shion's family situation, she felt that it was more than just divorce and arguments. Otherwise, why would someone like Shion, who wasn't great at socializing, choose to run away to her house?

She didn't think Shion, such a beautiful girl, would have no one else willing to help her. Shion would eventually overcome her difficulties.

But if someone were to help Shion and make her fall for them in the process—

Why couldn't it be her brother?

"…" Hachiman.

'Oh no, Komachi seems a bit too sharp today.'

Actually, aside from Komachi being biased toward him, Komachi's thinking wasn't wrong.

Considering the terrible environment of Asogi Shion's family, no matter how bad it was, it was definitely better than staying in her house, having her body and mind twisted, and sinking further.

Komachi probably didn't realize that Asogi Shion's family situation was even worse than she imagined. Otherwise, she would definitely strongly insist on having him keep Asogi Shion here.

Of course, he thought the same way.

Although the task "The Homeless Neighbor Offering" didn't specify how to complete it, judging by the content hints, there was no doubt that giving Asogi Shion a warm home would be better.

This was a bit different from the problem Saki Hayase had encountered earlier. It wasn't something that could be resolved by obliterating a Minotaur or whatever, because Asogi Shion didn't yet have the ability to live independently. The problems to face were relatively more complicated.

Hmm... To put it simply, it was a matter of money.

His parents were both working professionals, raising two kids. The financial pressure wasn't too great, but with three kids, it would be. Moreover, it was unrealistic to expect them to suddenly take on the responsibility of raising another person.

If he didn't want Asogi Shion to go back to that terrible home, and he didn't want to burden his parents with such financial pressure, there was only one option left: he had to earn money himself to support her.

But then again, wasn't his goal to become a househusband? Why did he suddenly have to earn money to support the family?

However, letting Asogi Shion return to that home wasn't an option either. Putting aside the task, he couldn't just stand by and watch her walk into a firepit and choose to ignore it.

"Onii-chan? Are you listening to me? I've said so much, and you're zoning out?"

Komachi waved her hand in front of Hikigaya's face. Seeing him snap back to reality just now, she rolled her eyes, knowing all her earlier words were wasted.

"I get what you mean, but this isn't what we should be thinking about right now. First, let her settle down here peacefully. You can think about the rest later." Hikigaya paused his thoughts about earning money, reached out to lightly knock on Komachi's head, and warned her, "You need to get along with her properly. Don't let her feel like you have any bad intentions."

"What bad intentions would I have. I'm seriously thinking about this, okay?"

Komachi puffed up her cheeks and angrily glared at Hikigaya, who still treated her like a child.

She was thinking so much for the sake of this good-for-nothing brother, and now he was lecturing her.

Honestly, she wasn't going to bother with this idiot brother anymore.

The two of them sat in the living room for a while before Asogi Shion finished her bath, came out of the bathroom, and walked into the living room.

The blue pajamas were supported by her budding, delicate figure, and her slender, straight, fair legs extended from the hem of her pajamas.

Her moist, jet-black, smooth hair draped over her shoulders, and her originally cool and reserved, charming face was now red and flushed from the bath. Her fair and rosy skin softened the aloof, untouchable aura she usually carried.

"Komachi, um... Onii-san, I'm done with my bath..."

Asogi Shion walked up to the two of them, bit her lip, and said softly.

"Komachi, Shion has finished her bath. It's your turn now."

Hikigaya glanced at the still somewhat reserved Asogi Shion and then said to Komachi, who was sitting on the other side of the sofa, pouting and not speaking.

"Onii-chan, you go take a bath first. I'll have a little private chat with Shion."

Komachi, who had just turned her head away in a huff, got up, pushed Hikigaya with her hand, and said irritably.

She planned to take advantage of the moment when Shion had just finished her bath and might still be a little dazed to have a heart-to-heart talk.

'Such a good girl—it'd be a waste if she didn't become my sister-in-law, wouldn't it?'

'Although Onii-chan is very annoying, I am kind-hearted and couldn't stand seeing my Onii-chan remain single for life.'

"Fine, you have a good chat with Shion, but don't bully her."

Hikigaya glanced speechlessly at Komachi, who was clearly up to something, but didn't argue with her. He got up, went to his room to grab some clothes, and entered the bathroom to take a shower.

Seeing her brother enter the bathroom, Komachi quickly pulled Shion to sit down.

"Shion, did you notice just now? When you came out, my brother's eyes were practically glued to you."

"No way... Your brother didn't seem to care much..."

Asogi Shion shook her head slightly. She felt that Komachi was exaggerating too much. Earlier, she thought Komachi's brother just glanced at her briefly, with a casual indifference as if it were nothing unusual.

"Anyway, with how pretty you are, my brother is bound to like you."

Komachi decided to stubbornly insist and plant the concept of her brother liking Asogi Shion deep in her heart, then gradually make her realize how good her brother was.

When the time came, Shion would frequently turn to her brother for help. With her brother's charm, wouldn't winning over Shion be a piece of cake?

Although her brother didn't have many friends because of his dead-fish eyes, he was still commendable in other aspects. As long as one spent enough time with him, they'd naturally sense his charm.

"Ding-dong~"

However, before Asogi Shion, who was looking slightly embarrassed, could say anything, their doorbell rang at this very inopportune moment.

"Could it be Father and Mother returning?"

Asogi Shion instinctively looked at Komachi.

"Don't worry, it's not them. It's probably Sister Kaede and the others. Oh, I mean Sister Kaede, our neighbor and a student at Sobu High, the same age as my brother."

Komachi shook her head, speaking as she subconsciously felt a little guilty.

Even though it was for her brother's sake, she had a good relationship with Sister Kaede and the others.

She had just been thinking of making Shion her sister-in-law. Wouldn't that be letting Sister Kaede down?

Komachi got up and went to open the door, with Shion following suit. But after standing up, she froze in place.

She didn't know whether she should follow them, stand there, or perhaps go upstairs to avoid them...

Even though Komachi and Komachi's brother were very nice people, treating her kindly and thoughtfully, and even letting her call him "Onii-san" without feeling awkward, this wasn't her home, after all.

"Good evening, Komachi~"

When Komachi opened the door, sure enough, it was Kaede and Suzu, the blue-haired twin sisters.

"Good evening, Sister Kaede, Sister Suzu. Why are you here?"

Komachi stepped aside to let Kaede and Suzu in, curious.

Although the two houses were close neighbors, it was unusual for them to visit late at night. After all, they were girls, and it wasn't good to frequently visit other people's homes at night.

"This morning, Hachiman said he'd prove after school that he had recruited two beautiful girls into the Service Club, and even made a bet with me. But before I could visit the Service Club to see these so-called beautiful members, I got news that he had left for club activities."

Kaede explained as she walked with them toward the living room. She didn't believe Hikigaya's claim about beautiful club members, and after he ditched her in the afternoon, she was even more convinced.

"I'm here now to settle the score. Vignette just moved in, and he didn't even bother to take care of her. He didn't even go find her at noon..."

Kaede walked to the living room entrance and suddenly froze when she saw a beautiful girl with jet-black hair and snow-white skin, dressed in blue pajamas, standing up from the sofa.

'That guy Hachiman...'

'When did he secretly meet such a pretty girl?'

'Could it be that the reason he ditched me after school is because of this girl?'

"Sister Kaede, don't be impulsive. This is my classmate, Asogi Shion. She's staying in my room for a few days."

Noticing the odd look in Kaede's eyes, Komachi quickly grabbed her arm and leaned closer to whisper an explanation, feeling guilty.

"Ahem, why are you explaining this to me? Do you think I'd misunderstand that she has anything to do with Hachiman?"

Hearing that the girl was Komachi's classmate, Kaede immediately calmed down, her face slightly red as she tried to explain.

"Such a beautiful girl—there's no way she'd be interested in Hachiman."

"..." Komachi.

"..." Suzu.

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