I (30), Who Works for a Black Company and Died While Regretting My Gloomy Life, Started Over From High School!

Chapter 93: Swaying on the Sea (3)

Ah, uhh w-what are you saying? I invited everyone because I wanted to go to the beach with my close friends. I never imagined Shijouin-san would be so happy about it?

Though I said it as if to hide his embarrassment, the main point was not a lie.

I planned this beach trip because I suffered from a serious case of Shijouin-san withdrawal, and I wanted to spend the remaining summer together.

Even though we had become closer, I had no idea how Shijouin-san would react to being invited to the beach, a step that clearly went beyond our previous interactions. Before extending the invitation, I hesitated quite a bit.

Hehe, Im just saying that Im happy to be included among your close friends. So did you enjoy today, Niihama-kun?

Perhaps due to the liberating feeling of the sea, Shijouin-san appeared even more relaxed than usual as she spoke with a calm expression.

The way she moved her legs in the water, creating ripples, reminded me of a puppy wagging its tail, and it was clear that she was genuinely enjoying this time.

Yeah I had fun. It was so refreshing to play without a care in the world, with my mind completely empty.

And that was all thanks to the friends who came with us today.

Seeing everyone having fun made me forget my adult-like demeanor and embrace my inner child, fitting right in with the foolish kids at the beach.

Looking back, my memories as an adult were limited to scenes from work and home. During my student days, I was always cooped up in my room.

When was the last time I was so engrossed in playing at the beach like this? I couldnt remember.

But, I might have gotten a bit too carried away Im feeling a little tired.

Haha, I feel the same way. My body feels a bit heavy here we go.

Huh!?

Suddenly, Shijouin-san collapsed.

She fell backward as if lying down on a bed and ended up reclining on the floating mat face-up, sinking her body into it.

If I were to describe the event as information, it would be just that. However, visually, it was a much riskier act than anything before.

(W-What!? Th-This is dangerous!)

It was just too too defenseless.

With her slightly tanned thighs, her exposed navel, her alluring neck, and her well-shaped breasts that defied gravity, everything about her in that swimsuit was simply perfect, and she was lying before me with no guard whatsoever.

The close-up angle that captured her swimsuit-clad figure completely within my sight was problematic enough, but what shook my virgin mind the most was Shijouin-sans lack of awareness.

Like a small animal completely trusting its surroundings, she had no concern about presenting her exquisite physique before me. Her innocent trust made me happy, but it was also too much to handle.

Phew Ah, dont worry, its fine. This mat is designed for this purpose, and even adults can lie down here with two people.

I dont know how she interpreted my intense confusion, but Shijouin-san nonchalantly said that.

Niihama-kun, why dont you lie down with me? It feels so nice!

With her perfect body shamelessly exposed before me, she extended an innocent smile and invited me.

She had no idea that this contrast was deeply disturbing my mind.

(For the love of all thats holy, please become a bit more aware of your own charm!)

The reason I was so flustered might be that my experience with the opposite sex is practically zero from my past life to now, or it could be simply because Shijouin-san is just too pure Its probably both.

Nevertheless, even if I know the sight of her perfect body behaving so carefree will destroy me like a nuclear explosion seriously.

Huh? Is something wrong, Niihama-kun?

Ah, no its nothing. W-Well, if you insist

Clearing my throat, I obediently laid down on the floating mat as Shijouin-san invited. If I lay here and gaze up at the sky, I might be able to avoid harboring any more unnecessary desires.

And as I sank my body into the makeshift bed on the sea and looked up at the sky

Ahhhh

My entire field of vision turned blue.

Under a cloudless, clear sky, the only thing visible was the endless expanse of blue.

Boundlessly blue, infinitely deep, as if all colors other than blue had disappeared from the world.

The sky was so clear that one might feel as if they could be drawn into that endless blue.

(How amazing I never knew the sky could be this beautiful)

Being out on the sea, there were no sounds from people or artificial objects, only the gentle sound of lapping waves reaching my ears. Swaying on the gentle waves of the ocean, I was deeply moved by this small glimpse of an extraordinary scene.

(Come to think of it when I felt tired from work, I used to watch healing videos of the sea. I would vaguely think about wanting to have a great vacation at a beautiful beach someday)

The radiance of the sun, the clear sky, and the gentle melody of the ocean waves; while indulging in such a scene, I still never managed to visit the sea until the day I died.

The unending demanding work left me with no time to take a solo drive to the beach, and I eventually accepted it as an inevitable reality.

(I should have gone. To the sea, to the mountains, anywhere)

The sea and the sky had always been there, unaffected by time loops. I only needed to take time off from work or quit entirely, hop in the car, and drive; then, the shimmering coastal scenery and the boundless blue sky should have welcomed me.

(I really was an idiot I shouldnt have accepted that I couldnt even spare time to leisurely admire nature)

How about it, Niihama-kun? Doesnt it feel a bit amazing, quite different from looking up while standing?

As we stood side by side, still gazing up at the sky, Shijouin-sans voice reached my ears from close by.

I couldnt see her face from this position, but I knew she was wearing her usual bright smile.

Yeah, its truly amazing Somehow, I feel my worries becoming lighter.

By gazing at the grandeur of nature and realizing how insignificant I am, my past troubles also seemed small, and my heart found peace.

Or If my past self had taken the time to admire such scenery leisurely, I might have found the resolve to escape that black companys clutches and choose a different path in life.

Phew Thank you, Shijouin-san. Im glad I can share this view with you.

Huh Y-Youre welcome! Im also happy to see beautiful things together with you, Niihama-kun!

In this comfortable floating sensation while gazing at the boundless sky, I unintentionally spoke words straight from my heart.

Perhaps my unexpected response caught Shijouin-san off guard. She seemed slightly flustered for a moment but quickly answered with a joyous voice that was tinged with delight.

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