U-Um, Nogizaka-san, you know a lot about boys, don't you?
N-Not at all!
I know about as much as everyone else.
Don't be so humble.
You always give us valuable advice.
You have such a good reputation within the class.
You really know just about anything.
I really am not that great.
Um, actually, I...
...was invited to a date by a certain gentleman.
A date?!
Yes!
We've been in a friendly relationship until now, but this is the first time he has invited me on a date.
So, well, Nogizaka-san!
What do you do on a date?
I am also...
...very interested!
Please tell us for future reference!
Please tell me, Nogizaka-san!
Um... okay...
...I guess it can't be helped.
Just for today, I shall educate all of you!
Thank you very much.
First, have a chat while drinking tea in a quiet café.
This is a good place to start.
You'll gaze into each other's eyes from across the table,
until you forget how long you've been looking at each other.
G–Gazing into...
How bold.
Afterwards, a gentle stroll with just the two of you.
Of course, gently holding each other's hand.
H-holding hands?!
How flirtatious!
Not at all.
Since the two of you are lovers, there is nothing to worry about.
After that, going to watch a movie would be a fitting choice.
A movie?
In a quiet place, the two of you inch closer together,
until the mood reaches its climax along with the movie.
Then, since it's this time of year,
going to a festival for a fireworks display would be the best finisher.
After visiting all the stalls, while watching the beautiful fireworks bloom in the sky,
the two of you shall exchange your first kiss.
I can't take it any more...
This has been very educational!
R-Really?
「...Onii~san」
Even though I went and said something like that,
I've never actually been on a date.
My, my, but there aren't many men who catch your eye, Mika-sama.
There aren't any chances to meet one to begin with.
I'm going to an all-girls school,
and whenever I go somewhere its always by car.
The only men around me are,
father and Onii-san.
Maybe I should have gone to a co-ed school like Onee-chan.
Indeed. Ever since that incident at Comiket,
the two of them have been all lovey-dovey.
And?
Is that officially recognised couple having a date today, too?
Nope. Yuuto-sama came to visit, so I sent him to Haruka-sama's room.
Eh? Which means...
Yes, the two of them are alone right now.
I see. I see! Is that so?
Yes!
I can't wait any longer!
You mustn't enter.
You promised that you would believe in them and not interfere, didn't you?
B–But leaving a boy and a girl alone in a room is indecent!
Oh, then do you mean to say that our daughter would do something so indecent that she couldn't tell us?
No, that's not what I meant...
That has nothing to do with us.
As a younger sister, it's only natural that I worry about my older sister.
It's also reasonable for me to worry as a maid that serves the Nogizaka family.
Haruka, it's fine, right?
B–But... I'm embarrassed...
It turned out like this...
Let me take a better look.
Y–You can't! That's...
How does mine look?
It's really big.
What are you saying?
Yours has become just as hot.
N–No...
No, you can't!
No matter how in love you are, this is way too quick!
That's right!
Mika? Nanami-san?
What's the matter?
What about you guys?
We're just making pancakes.
It was about time for tea.
Mine is a little burnt, though. I'm terribly embarrassed.
It's fine.
Mine was so big I couldn't even flip it.
So you two were talking about making pancakes.
Geez... don't confuse us.
What did you think we were doing?
A–About that...
Don't press the matter!
It must be another weird misunderstanding.
Here, all done.
Why don't we eat them together?
I thought that you would say that, so I prepared extra.
Just as expected from Hazuki-san.
Now, let's dig in together!
Father was on a business trip at somewhere called Pentagon until yesterday.
Last month, he went to a place called Mossad.
Just what is your dad up to?
Then, Aki-chan spilled the curry udon...
Heh, then what?
However, a lot of spring onions attacked at the same time.
What about the wakame and the gluten meat earlier?
About that...
Haruka, did you finish your homework?
Yes, almost.
How about you?
Well, I've still got some to do.
Hey, Nanami-san,
after seeing them, what do you think about Onee-chan and Onii-san?
Well, let's see.
They're lovey-dovey and friendly toward each other.
Soft!
That way of thinking is too soft, Nanami-san!
It's as soft as jumping onto a swan's down pillow!
Even after everything's been solved...
...like onee-chan's special hobby,
their relationship's barely progressed!
They're always chatting while eating pancakes.
Things just aren't getting anywhere!
This is a serious problem.
I-I see...
Because of her personality, it can't be helped that Onee-chan isn't stepping up,
the problem is Onii-san.
Even though Onee-chan is cute and the requirements are all there,
he just doesn't care.
I need to think of something.
Which means...
We need to let Onii-san know what being lovers really means.
If we do that, their relationship will progress,
and they'll end up with some sweet summer memories.
You're very bold, Mika-sama!
For that reason, let's start the operation!
Yes, hello?
Um, Yuuto-san? It's Haruka.
You're Mika, right?
Oh, you could tell?
As expected from her boyfriend.
What are you talking about?
So?
Do you need something?
Yes, I have something I need to talk to you about.
Are you free this weekend?
Y-Yeah but, what do you need to talk about?
It's something very important.
See? You can hear that, right?
Every thing's going haywire here!
Anyway, you have to come!
Let's meet at ten in front of the station on Sunday.
Later!
What was that just now?
Hakujou Academy Station
What was that phone call yesterday...
...about?
You're late!
You shouldn't make a girl wait.
What would you do if you were meeting Onee-chan instead?
What's with that all of a sudden?
Besides, what's with those clothes?
Isn't that what you usually wear?
We're on a date today, so you should have dressed up nicer.
Huh? A date?!
Yup, I'm going on a date with you today, Onii-san.
Eh? You're guiding me through a date?
Exactly. It makes me anxious just looking at you two,
and Onee-chan is just as slow as always.
That's why all I can do is get you to be more assertive.
That's none of your business!
What's with that attitude?
I am trying to help you two out.
Besides, are you really fine with things the way they are?
Even if you come over to our place, all you do is to chat.
Then you say goodbye to her when the day's over without ever getting into the mood.
Is that relationship fine with you?
About that...
That's all you'll ever get if you're waiting for Onee-chan to make a move!
If you're a man, you should take action when you're supposed to.
Thus, I'm teaching you the secrets of romance.
The secrets of romance, eh?
For example, in a café with such a fine atmosphere,
don't talk about boring stuff like anime or homework.
Just gaze at each other...
It's falling!
Are you okay?
Yup, I'm fine.
If you protect her like that, even Onee-chan will get worked up over it.
Will she?
All right. You failed.
Eh? Why?
You should hold hands at a time like this.
Here.
Yes, yes.
Okay, remember to do the same with Onee-chan.
Watch out!
Are you okay, Mika?
You did pretty well just now.
Now, let's hurry.
We're heading to the movie theatre next.
Onii-san, hurry!
Ok, ok.
Please give up on the idea.
No, Kaguya-dono, for your sake....
What should we do in here?
Get closer to her.
Show that you care about Onee-chan even when watching a movie.
Is that so? I see.
I can't.
What should I do if the teacher falls asleep?
No, not there!
Geez, you pervert, Onii-san.
Mika's embarrassed.
Mika, for Christ's sake...
That was to show you a bad example and to have you look after me.
All right.
Then, where are we going next?
Um, we're going to the fireworks display by the river.
I asked Onee-chan to go there, too.
You asked Haruka?
Yup, she said she'd come after her Japanese dancing practice.
I'll leave you two alone when I see fit, so do your best from there on.
Even if you say that...
Well, I'll give it a try.
All right! Let's go, then!
Didn't you say we have to hold hands?
Yeah, that's right.
You're doing great.
There really are a lot of people on Sunday.
Be careful not to get separated.
He must be worrying about me.
Huh, Yuuto?
Hey, Shiina.
What are you doing?
Oh, isn't that Nogizaka-san's sister?
What's this?
Are you going on a date with her today even though you already have me?
Don't say something so misleading!
We had something to do today.
Hm? Is that so?
You are heading to the festival, aren't you, Shiina?
Yup, I'm going to watch the fireworks display with Mai and Ryouko.
Is that so?
That yukata looks great on you.
Doesn't it?
I really like it!
But even though I rarely ever wear a yukata, only girls look at it.
I wonder if the boys will remember me once the second term starts.
Don't worry! If they forget about you, I'll help you out.
Thanks! Oh, are you two heading to the fireworks display too?
No, we're actually...
Let's go!
Hey, Mika!
What wrong? That was weird.
Hey, what's your problem?
Change of plans! Let's go this way!
What is it?!
Geez, even though I was right next to them, they were just chatting by themselves.
Well, I am in a different school and grade,
but Onii-san is hanging out with me today.
Huh? Why am I mad about that?
Hey, this...
It's okay.
It suits you perfectly.
It looks great.
I–Is that so?
Leaving that aside...
...is there anything else you have to say?
Oh... the yukata looks great on you.
Thank you, but I am taking points off since I had to nag you.
If it's Onee-chan, you have praised her right away!
Okay.
Well, then...
Let's head to the fireworks display!
That's awesome.
Here.
You can't see them properly from there, can you?
That's fine.
Don't hold back.
Since we're here to watch the fireworks, it'll be a waste if you can't see them.
Yeah, thanks.
How is it now?
Yup, I can see them perfectly!
That's great.
You finished strongly.
This way, things will go pretty well with Onee-chan.
Is that so? I'm sorry.
Huh? Why are you apologizing, Onii-san?
Even after all your help, I didn't really get the hang of it, and caused you a lot of trouble.
No, not at all!
To begin with, I only did this because something strange came to mind.
Besides, I had fun.
Mika...
I've never been on a date,
and even though a lot happened today, you were kind to me.
Same here.
It was really fun to spend the day with you. Thanks.
Onii-san...
...you're being too kind.
If you say that to me, I... I...
Y-Yuuto-san.
It's nothing!
Yuuto-san!
Haruka!
Sorry for the wait.
The fireworks display isn't over yet, is it?
No, things are just getting started.
Onii-san!
Oh, Haruka, that yukata looks great on you!
Thank you very much.
This is one of my favorites.
Okay, it's about time you put me down.
Onee-chan is here now.
We can't stay like this.
But if I let you down, you won't be able to see the fireworks, will you?
It doesn't matter to me anyway.
That's not the problem!
All right now.
Whoa, it's beautiful.
You seem like you had fun today.
N–Nanami-san, no way...
That was the first time I saw you act like that.
Huh? What's the matter?
It's nothing!
All right, watch the fireworks!
Hey, what going on?
It's fine!
Geez, you idiot.
Okay everyone, good morning yoghurt.
Was summer break fun?
Yes!
Really? That's great.
I... I was dumped three days ago.
It was terrible.
He was the one who asked me out.
Someone like me... someone like me...
Um, Sensei, let's set the crying aside, and start homeroom!
That's right. Feeling down won't accomplish anything.
If you're dumped, find the next one! Do your best, Yukari!
Haku
Hou
Festival
Hakuhou Festival
So... it's around the time we hold the cultural festival.
Hakuhou Festival
Each class needs to pick a boy and a girl to become the execution committee representative.
Does anyone want to volunteer?
Of course. It's a lot of trouble to work on the class events and be the go-to guy.
Yes, I'll do it.
I'll be the representative.
I just transferred here, and need to mix into the class,
so it'll be nice to participate in this kind of activity.
That's great, Amamiya-san!
For the boy, then...
...Yuu-kun, I'll leave it to you.
W–Why me?!
You two look pretty close, and you sit next to each other.
Give Amamiya-san a hand.
I'll do you a few favors in return.
No thank you.
Yuuto.
It'll be much easier for me if you take the job.
Yuuto!
I got it!
If you guys are fine with me...
Really? Thanks!
Okay, it's decided!
Well you two, come to the front and introduce yourselves.
Yes.
I'm the committee representative for the cultural festival,
Amamiya Shiina.
"Ten" from the word weather, "miya" from Miyagi Prefecture,
"shii" from chinkapin, and "na" from vegetables leaves.
My motto is "Victory goes to the swift"!
Look forward to it!
Next Time
「I am Really Happy...」
-793 U.C., -1103 R.C.,
Ayase Yuuto became the school festival's execution representative.
However, that started a new conflict.
Next episode, Nogizaka Haruka no Himitsu, Episode 9,
"I am Really Happy..."
Another page of galactic history unfolds.