novellhall Chapter 5 Naomi's Hobbies
Chapter 5 Naomi's Hobbies
After depositing her handbag in the locker, Miyazawa Itsuki led Naomi on a tour of the aquarium.
Because it's an aquarium located in a shopping mall, it's not very large, and the process takes about an hour.
During this time, Naomi seemed to be in a good mood and excitedly asked him about information about fish.
"Wow, Miyazawa-kun, what's that?"
"It's Delicious, also known as Sea Angel. Incidentally, it's also the prototype for some Pokémon O."
"That's amazing!"
"Hmm, that's impressive."
Although he didn't know what was so great about it, Miyazawa Itsuki still habitually agreed.
"Miyazawa-kun, what's that?"
Naomi pointed to a group of colorful eels, her eyes sparkling.
"This is the blue-bodied tubenose eel, also known as the rainbow eel. It is male when young and becomes female when it grows up, reproducing in the final moments of its life."
"That's really impressive."
"Yes. It must be very difficult for nature to evolve such a mechanism."
"I was talking about Miyazawa-kun," Naomi said with a sweet smile. "It feels like Miyazawa-kun knows everything, he's handsome, gentle, and knowledgeable—a perfect boyfriend!"
"……Thanks?"
Miyazawa Itsuki could feel countless gazes sweeping over him.
That was the twisted resentment emanating from men who envied him.
My girlfriend is not only so beautiful, but she also knows how to provide emotional support.
Even though the species information sign was right nearby, she still chose to ask her boyfriend, and he knew how to respond.
Where can you find such a cute girl!
Miyazawa Itsuki had similar feelings.
Naomi's emotional value is too high, and her physical appearance is excessively outstanding.
Sometimes he even gets confused about who is renting from whom.
If it weren't Miyazawa Itsuki standing here, but some other colleague, they would definitely have given Naomi a "free meal."
This child has that kind of charm.
Bathed in the envious gazes of others, the two continued to explore the aquarium.
Naomi would occasionally ask questions, and would happily call out to him when she encountered familiar fish.
However, Miyazawa Itsuki noticed a detail: Naomi asked about the most popular varieties in the museum.
Are you interested because of the vibrant colors?
However, Naomi also took a look at some less popular varieties.
However, without asking any questions, he simply and coincidentally "saw" the sign.
Miyazawa guessed that she might be concerned about her own knowledge base.
Asking your boyfriend about things he's not familiar with in public might embarrass him and break your image of being "knowledgeable."
Naomi Asahina likely held this mindset.
What a good child.
Unfortunately, he really wanted to say that Naomi was overthinking it.
Miyazawa Itsuki could indeed claim to have a very solid grasp of the knowledge about fish in aquariums around Tokyo.
His Level 2 shorthand skill allowed him to memorize the species information of major venues in Tokyo.
Whether it's rare or popular, Miyazawa Itsuki can talk about it fluently.
As a professional rental boyfriend, Miyazawa Itsuki considers memorizing this information a necessary part of his job.
As a former top scorer in a province known for its intense college entrance examinations, Miyazawa Itsuki believes in only one truth: if you don't work hard, you will be eliminated.
Even without the convenient skills purchased from the system, he planned to memorize this information, though it would be a bit slower.
Time flies.
Before they knew it, the two had reached the end of the aquarium and returned to where they started.
Staff members were operating a stall selling cultural and creative products at the exit of the venue.
They are all cute figurines, perhaps because they consider that most of the visitors are families, so they mainly sell toys for children.
While some girls might like it, Naomi would probably prefer more mature and fashionable items.
Miyazawa Itsuki was considering whether or not to buy her something.
Renting a boyfriend allows you to give gifts to your client within certain limits, which is also a marketing tactic.
He has a habit of giving out inexpensive gifts at the end of dates, gifts that suit the client's taste.
The value doesn't matter, since guests who can afford to rent Miyazawa Tree are not troubled by money.
But the sentiment is important; it makes guests feel that they are not just buying emotions with money, but are truly cherished.
Miyazawa Itsuki observed Naomi for a moment.
As he expected, the other party seemed uninterested in these obviously childish dolls, merely glancing at them briefly.
He fell into thought.
Things that can appeal to fashionable young women probably won't stay within the price range set by the agency.
Perhaps a more practical gift would be better.
Just as Miyazawa Itsuki was sifting through his thoughts, Naomi's voice interrupted him.
"Hey, it's four in the afternoon, there's still an hour left."
Naomi Asahina moved closer and looked up at him.
"Is Miyazawa-kun hungry?"
"I'm feeling fine, how about Naomi?"
"Hmm~ It is indeed a bit too early now." Naomi thought seriously for a while, then suddenly looked at him, her eyes lighting up:
"Right, let Miyazawa-kun decide then. Please take me to a place that Miyazawa-kun would be interested in."
"A place that interests me?" Miyazawa Itsuki asked, somewhat surprised.
"Mmm! So far on our date, Miyazawa-kun has been the one going along with me and trying to make me happy, but a date where only I'm happy isn't complete, so I want Miyazawa-kun to be happy too."
"...I'm already very happy."
"Please take me there."
Naomi stared intently at him with a serious look.
"Okay," Miyazawa Itsuki said, "Let me think about it."
Customers come first. Since the other party wants Miyazawa Itsuki to take the lead, he has no reason to refuse any longer.
He was already quite used to planning dates.
However, considering that there was only one hour left in the date, it was the final stage, and using a conventional approach seemed inappropriate.
Naomi's request is "to go to places that Miyazawa Itsuki is interested in".
If it's a girlfriend, making such a request is perfectly normal. Understanding your partner's preferences is an essential part of a healthy relationship.
but……
"Places that would interest me..."
Miyazawa Itsuki remained silent for a moment.
On days when he doesn't work, he either goes to the hospital to stay by Shiori's side.
They either rest or study in their rented rooms.
But he could never bring himself to say that he was going to the hospital.
Therefore, we need some other options.
Ideally, it should be a choice that makes Naomi happy as well.
Yes, the timing is right.
—【The Eye of the Casanova】, activated.
He locked eyes with Naomi and activated his special ability.
Almost instantly, a strange feeling welled up inside me.
The eyes transmit messages that cannot be described in words. The complex information is processed by the brain and ultimately forms a very simple answer.
"—Huh?"
Is this really it?
Miyazawa Itsuki looked surprised.
"What's wrong, Miyazawa-kun?" Naomi asked, puzzled.
"It's nothing," Miyazawa Itsuki hesitated for a moment, "I've already decided where to go next. Could Naomi come with me?"
"Of course!" Naomi flashed a flawless smile. "I'm Miyazawa-kun's girlfriend. So, where does Miyazawa-kun want to go?"
Miyazawa Itsuki looked a little embarrassed: "Um... I'd like to go there and take a look."
Miyazawa Itsuki pointed to one of the floors below the mall.
From their vantage point, looking down from above, they saw a dazzling array of adorable decorations, predominantly purple, pink, and gold. Standees of cartoon girls in gorgeous princess dresses lined the aisle.
It's a pop-up store for a currently popular children's animation.
The theme is magical girls.
"..."
Under Naomi's incredulous gaze, Miyazawa Itsuki struggled to maintain his composure.
"...Miyazawa-kun, you...you also like watching this kind of thing, hehehe...No, sorry, I wasn't mocking you...I see..."
On the contrary, Naomi's facial expression control showed cracks.