BHSAF 158: Date with Airi 5

　A happy and fun time alone with Yu.

　Boring times seem to pass by very slowly, but these moments seem to pass by quickly. I have experienced this kind of inequality many times before, but today was the most painful.

　The longer you wish to be together, the more time passes and the less time you have left.

　She had repeatedly tried to suppress these feelings and enjoy her time with Yu, including during the go-kart ride, but in an instant, they would disappear and instead, feelings of anxiety and sadness would well up inside her.

　I guess if humans could just accept things so easily, they wouldn't have any trouble.

　In the first place, if that were possible, Airi would have been able to give up on Yuu in her own mind without having to go through the trouble of confessing her feelings and then being firmly rejected by him.

　Meanwhile, Airi, who had just finished her umpteenth attraction of the day, lamented when she noticed that the clock displayed in the park showed that it was nearly 1pm.

　Before she knew it, the morning was over. Although there was still time left, Airi felt sad as she thought about how quickly time had passed. When she thought about the time that had passed, she realized that there wasn't much time left.

　However, Airi hadn't discussed with Yuu what time she would be back home, and the next day was Sunday. It wouldn't be impossible if she wanted to stay the night at a nearby hotel. If she could do that, it would mean they could spend just a little more time together.

　Thinking this, Airi shook her head to push away her own baseness.

　Yuu would not want that, and would be worried about what to do if Airi were to be so selfish. Although she wants to be with him, she does not want to cause trouble for him.

"…………"

"What's wrong, Airi?"

"Eh... Ah, well... I was just thinking about something. But it's okay, so please don't worry about it..."

　Yuu was staring at her, and Airi stopped thinking and gave a friendly smile.

"...Then that's fine."

　Although I was concerned about Airi's condition, I had no intention of pursuing it any further.

"Senpai, where should we go next?"

　Airi understands that time can never be regained, and somehow manages to stay positive.

　There isn't much time left, so I have to enjoy it to the fullest.

　I ask, wondering what the next attraction should be.

"Hmm... Anyway, do you want to eat something? I'm hungry."

"Ah, that's true... It's past lunchtime already, and people are getting hungry. Ah, hahaha... sorry, I got a little carried away."

　She realizes that she had been thinking only about playing alone with Yu, and apologizes, feeling ashamed.

"Hehe, there's no need to apologize, Airi. It just means you're having fun today, right? I'm happy."

"Really? That's good... Umm, then Yu-senpai. What would you like to eat?"

　Perhaps because he had said that they were going to eat, Airi's stomach had strangely started to get hungry. Or perhaps it would be more accurate to say that she had realized she was hungry because of Yuu's words.

　Yuu opens a pamphlet and together with Airi chooses from the several restaurants within the park.

　As an amusement park that caters to people of all ages, there is a wide selection of food, from Western to Japanese cuisine, and for both adults and children. There is also a snack bar selling hot dogs and other snacks.

"It's fine if Airi wants to eat something. I don't have anything in particular that I want to eat."

"Really? Hmm... then what should I do..."

　Airi thought for a while about which one to eat, but eventually made a decision.

"Can I have some pasta?"

　Of the several options, Airi chose pasta.

"Yeah, that's fine."

"I did it♪"

　Airi is happy and excited to be able to eat what she wanted.

"Senpai, let's go."

　He pulls Yuu by his crossed arms and leads him into the restaurant.

　A few minutes later.

"They're lined up..."

　Although it was early afternoon, not much time had passed yet, and perhaps that's why there was a small line at the restaurant they arrived at.

"But at this rate, I don't think I'll have to wait too long."

　It will be quick if the two of you have a conversation.

　Yu's idea was not wrong, and soon they were ushered into the restaurant and able to eat.

　Although the restaurant was crowded with many customers, it was kept very clean, and the staff were very polite to the two, who were clearly still students, and the pasta that Airi had been looking forward to was more than satisfactory.

　After finishing their meal, the two returned to the amusement park.

　The two had a great time, visiting a giant maze, a haunted house, and even riding the merry-go-round together after Airi desperately persuaded a reluctant Yu.

　And that fulfilling time was about to come to an end.

　It's still not too late for students to be out and about, but it's winter and the sun sets very quickly. Considering the time I need to get home, there are only two attractions left to ride... No, it's probably only one.

"It's almost time to go home..."

"Yes... But, Yu-senpai, Airi, there's still one more ride I want to take. Lastly... can I join you?"

"Well, Yui-chan will be worried if I come home late, so I guess that's just one thing."

　Even at a time like this, Yui's name comes out of Yu's mouth.

　She is usually like her beloved older sister, and although they sometimes quarrel, Airi still has complete trust in her.

　Still, just at this moment, the presence of my older sister Yui felt like a nuisance.

"Then let's go on the Ferris wheel."

　Airi chose the Ferris wheel for her confession. If you go up to the top, you can enjoy a great view, and you'll have a small space to yourself for a few minutes, making it the perfect place to confess your feelings.

　After this, Airi gets on the Ferris wheel with Yu... and when they reach the top, she confesses her feelings.