Chapter 7

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After a week of my encounter with Taizen, it was already the weekend. I looked at the pile of papers diagonally in front of me when I noticed that my hair, a mixture of black and brown, was slightly visible. I glanced at Kouka who worked without a care in the world. While Shurin, sitting next to me, had already gone to the warehouse near the south gate, delivering some urgent instructions. Seems like she won’t be returning for a while.

 

“You know, Kouka…….”

 

I was unusually nervous and my voice was a little hoarse.

 

Kouka lifted her mixture of blue and yellow eyes from her desk and stared at me. Even so, I could tell that she had a dubious expression on her face.

 

“What is it?”

 

Kouka’s blunt tone almost broke my heart, but I pulled myself together.

 

I had been debating about what to do for the past week after discovering that I wasn’t pregnant after my sexual encounter with Taizen. For example, I considered not eating suppressant grass and inviting other alpha males during my heat period. However, the chances of meeting someone during that time are slim.

 

In addition, the thought of only having four chances to get pregnant in a year terrified me, and I felt compelled to act immediately. So I decided to try to meet more people that are more easygoing. That way, if and when I went into heat, I’d have no trouble finding a sex partner. This struck me as a brilliant idea.

 

Hence, I decided to inquire about such a store with Kouka. If I asked about this when Shurin was present, she might be appalled, so I decided that this was the right time.

 

“Do you know… where can I meet… other people?”

 

I sounded timid when asking this, and Kouka returned with a blank expression. Then she stood up.

 

“As in meeting..?”- she inquired.

 

“ — the opposite gender, or?”

 

I gulped down, muttered the phrase,

 

 “I mean a sex partner.”

 

“What’s the matter?”

 

Embarrassed by Kouka’s surprised expression, I gently averted my gaze.

“Do you want to get together for a drink?”

 

I returned my attention to Kouka’s suggestion with care. I’m sure they’re planning something akin to a blind date in Japan. However, when I saw Kouka’s plump lips, the first thing that came to mind was that the person Kouka would introduce was most likely young. Above all, many people may want to make a lover at such a place.

 

“Thank you……,” I replied,

“– but I wish I knew of a more mature place.”

 

At my request, Kouka made an ‘ah-ha’ face. I was worried whether there would be a bar-like place for meeting people in another world. It would be good to have an ambience where people can get to know each other comfortably.

 

“ What should I do, that kind of place really doesn’t suit Kouhei-san, or rather there is a lot of scum who are only interested in getting their way”.

 

I let out a wry smile at her concerns. If her words were true, it is more convenient that way.

 

I admitted to having a one-night stand earlier in the week, but Kouka still thinks I’m a prude.

 

“But if there are many people my age, I’d like to go.”

 

Kouka paused for a while, and said,

 

“I understand. Then I will accompany you. How about tonight? I don’t have any plans for tonight.”

 

I nodded my head in thanks while surprised at the unexpectedly overprotective offer.

 

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At the bar

 

“Is it really okay for Shurin to come too? You even have children,……and this is a hookup place.”

 

In response to my uneasy tone, Shurin, sitting next to the bar counter, grinned widely.

 

Previously, Shurin suddenly told us that she was going too when I told her about going to a bar with Kouka to meet people of the opposite sex. She even requested permission from her husband and left her child with him. She was extremely energetic.

 

“It’s fine,” she said.

 

“Furthermore, according to Kouka, this location is mainly for enjoying drinks rather than meeting new people. I can’t stay too late, so I’ll leave early.”

 

I smiled in return and diverted my attention to the drinks in front of me. There were only a few cocktail-like drinks with trendy names left.

 

“There aren’t many people here.”

 

Kouka, sitting on the opposite side of Shurin, was dressed sexier than usual. It looked like she went home after work for a hot bath and changed her clothes after work. Holding a fragile glass, she scanned around the bar like a perfect hunter.

 

I averted my gaze away from Kouka’s flawless figure and looked down toward my own shabby attire. I haven’t yet returned home, still dressed in the same attire I wore this morning, and my enthusiasm differs from Kouka’s. I sighed in frustration at my lack of motivation. So, I decided to just do a preliminary inspection of the place today and return later by myself to get back into the swing of things.

 

“However, you’re dressed about as well as one expected.”

 

Shurin, who had been observing Kouka’s appearance from head to toe, teased.

 

“I tried to keep in mind that today’s restaurant is geared toward adults.’

 

Kouka crossed her pure white legs and emphasised them as if to show them off when she said the concept. I smiled as I clapped my hands. Kouka raised her eyebrows haughtily when she saw my reaction.

 

“Didn’t you wear that to work? What were you thinking?” Benihana pointed to the clothes I was wearing. She grabbed and pulled my collar.

“Seriously, you are truly unmotivated! How dare you suggest going to a meeting place?”

 

Perhaps they were both already drunk, but their rather harsh words made me want to cry. I wished they would leave me alone for a moment.

 

“Well, I didn’t have the idea of returning home before coming here.”

 

When I lived in Japan, I always wore my suit to a party, even if it was a blind date. But after my engagement was called off, I was so exhausted that I refused to attend such parties.

 

“Do you want something to drink?

 

When I looked up, the bartender behind the counter was staring at me.

 

“I’m unfamiliar with it, so do you have any recommendations?” I asked.

 

The latter part of the question is directed at Shurin, who is seated next to me.

 

“The one she’s currently drinking is delicious. It’s not too strong either.”

 

“I’ll take the same one, please.”

 

After nodding, the bartender got to work.

 

The door soon opened, and the bartender turned to face the entrance.

 

“Welcome.”

 

I glanced at the cheerful bartender and turned around to see two men approaching.

 

“Oh, that’s nice….” Kouka spoke in hushed tones.

 

“ How about you Kouhei-san, do you like it?”

 

Shurin, who was sandwiched between Kouka and me, drew her shoulders together and tried to look as thin as possible.

 

I returned my gaze to the two large men vying for a seat at the narrow table. I can only assume they’re both attractive men of the same sex.

 

“Hmmm …….”

 

Kouka raised her brows and upper body in response to my adverse reaction.

 

“Yes, yes. You are sure a very extravagant person.”

 

I smiled apathetically.

 

“Well, I do think you have a nice face.”

 

“Oh, you’re trying to be funny, aren’t you?”

 

My ex-girlfriend was typical, but just because I couldn’t go out with her, I like beautiful girls and cute girls. And Taizen, whom I had one night with, was ridiculously beautiful. But, I was taken aback when I saw her expression at my compliment.

 

[You dislike it?]

 

“Shhhh, can I go now?”

 

As I pondered whether or not I was being flippant, Kouka stood up quickly and strode to the men before I could respond. I was impressed as I watched her walk around with her ass shaking. Shurin was trailing Kouka and seemed to be thinking the same thing.

 

“Are you all looking for a partner?” As he handed me the drink I had requested, the bartender asked.

 

“Yes, but she is married, so no.”

 

I accepted the drink and glanced over at Shurin, who was sitting next to me. She was already rather drunk. [Huh, I have to get you home safely].

 

“At the risk of sounding rude, I’d like to say something about you, customer. I believe our customers have the pheromones of a dominant alpha…. So I don’t believe alpha or beta men can approach you for that purpose.”

The bartender’s words caused me to look at him blankly. Shurin, sitting next to me, also looked surprised, and widened her eyes.

 

“What? Pheromones?

 

My question was met with laughter from the bartender.