"If you look at it this way, there are a lot of different kinds of guys.” (Kei)

Thoughtfully, I look at the underwear surrounding me.

I’m no longer worried what kind of sight it is.

The reason being is a pretty girl like me is looking down embarra.s.sed in the lingerie shop, because I’m uncomfortable.

That’s it.

Rather, this a good opportunity to look at underwear. Although, I will be reserved, if I pay too much attention to it.

Even if I hold it; even if I check it over, n.o.body will care. In other words, I am a girl, so no matter what I do, it’s not a problem.

     [Laughing]

“Hey, what are you doing?” (Kaori)

While I’m looking at underwear, I hear Kaori’s hushed voice for some reason.

“Hmmm?” (Kei)

When I look from my hand and turn to face Kaori, my mouth seems to be twitching.

“What's wrong?” (Kaori)

“Why are you holding the panties so close to your face?” (Kaori)

“What, what do you smell like?” (Kei)

When I say that, Kaori tenses up.

No, I'm just curious, right? Somehow, in the old days I felt like I was comparatively anxious, but I smelled it.

Well, it's new, so there was nothing to say.

“Stupid!!!” (Kaori)

While I was turning my head, the loudest scream of the day was echoed in the store.

Well, apparently, it seemed to be no good.

A beautiful girl (me) sniffing underwear in a lingerie shop. No good after all?

No, some people may have needs.

“Please, don’t do that and select them properly!” (Kaori)

“Huh?” (Kei)

Watched over by the amused and laughing clerk, I look at the underwear again.

Everything from standard designs, ruffles, lace, etc… Some of them are smooth. They feel good.

Wow, this is a string panty. This is okay.

“I checked the size; I want to try it on.” (Kei)

“Oh…” (Kaori)

I had gotten kind of excited shopping for underwear and Kaori threw out some realistic advice.

Try them on. It's important. Even if I choose one that will fit, there are some delicate ones.

Clothes have no meaning unless worn.

I picked up a blue, frilly one in front of me. I check its size and it looks right.

“If you’ve chosen, hurry up. There are lots of other things to buy.” (Kaori)

“Hey…” (Kei)

That's true. I needed a lot of things.

I can't go to the opening ceremony tomorrow in just my underwear.

I have to buy them before I can wear them.

I reluctantly head to the fitting room. As usual, Kaori follows behind me.

I take off my shoes, enter the fitting room and close the curtains. There's a key. Do I want to keep it?

I took off my sweater and s.h.i.+rt and stood in front of the mirror. I look again, they are well shaped b.o.o.bs.

I would have had the urge to punish myself before, but now I feel nothing at all. After all, it’s because it’s me.

I should compare these with other b.r.e.a.s.t.s. Alright, that’s my next mission.

No, the first mission is now. It’s putting on a bra.

Well, I wonder if I can put it through my arms and fasten the hook behind. Whew!

Well, let's see. It doesn't fit well somehow.

“Have you tried it on?” (Kaori)

It wasn’t long before I heard Kaori’s voice from outside.

“I have, but somehow it doesn’t fit right.” (Kei)

“Oh.” (Kaori)

Oh, what is it? Like a guy has a clue.

“May I come in for a moment?” (Kaori)

What? I don't have a hobby of showing my underwear to my childhood friend.

Aren’t we the same s.e.x? This isn’t a good reason, but it can’t be helped.

I open the curtain and say yes.

“Excuse me.” (Kaori)

“Please, come in.” (Kei)

She enters politely and I greet her. I’m standing with my bra on.

“Did you put it on properly?” (Kaori)

“What?” (Kei)

“I think so.” (Kei)

No, so what's up. What do I do? I won't know if you don’t put it in words.

Giving a disapproving stare, Kaori slowly approached.

“Oh!” (Kei)

She stuck her hand in my bra.

“Just be quiet.” (Kaori)

What the h.e.l.l?! This is quiet. Stop! I let out a strange sound! So, hey, wait!

“What?” (Kei)

What's going on?! Oh, yes.

“I see.” (Kaori)

In other words, I needed to pull it up. Nice job.

When you do it by yourself, you should do it while you are bending over.” (Kaori)

So, that’s how it is.

I caught a glimpse of her hidden efforts at that time.