Kanoe - Sparkling Night - Sun End

Kanoe - Sparkling Night - Sun End

Chapter 6 - The Heated Gambling Hall

In the game area, it was heated up more than the time when Kanoe-san and I reunited... While I was walking beside him, excited voices that were made from enjoying games were going all over the place. 

Kanoe: We're seeing a lot more than the last time we were here. Also, I'm getting excited, it's fun. 

When Kanoe-san told me that as he smiled, I realized that I was smiling as well. 

MC: Should we try something? 

Kanoe: Sure. Since we're here, we should play a game that we haven't done before. MC, is there one that you're interseted in? 

MC: Let's see... 

When I looked around, an area where loud cheers were heard grabbed my attention. 

Kanoe: They're all excited. Let's go check it out. 

MC: Okay. 

When Kanoe-san suddenly pulled my hand, I looked at his face and... 

Kanoe: There are a lot of people, so it wouldn't be good if you got lost. 

To protect me from the waves of people, he felt so reliable that I entrusted myself to that arm while walking... 

Chapter 7 - Craps

Even as I blinked, numerous cheers and heavy breathing were going all over the place... As I was being escorted by Kanoe-san, we looked at a game table through the gaps of the crowd. 

MC: It looks like a game that uses dice. 

From what I've heard from the surrounding people, it was a game called "craps". From what I can guess, it seems to be an original game in this gambling hall. 

MC: Kanoe-san, how about it? 

Kanoe: Let's see... The rules seem easy and I've played games that involve using dice. 

Looking at the participants, he seemed interested in playing the game. 

Kanoe: Is there something you need to win in this game? 

MC: ...Probably intuition. 

Kanoe: I see. If that's the case, then I might have a chance to win. 

Accepting my response, a strong fighting spirit was emitting in Kanoe-san's eyes. 

Kanoe: Watch me, MC. 

His aggressive eyes and smile were driving my emotions crazy. 

(Kanoe-san, so he can smile with that kind of expression...) 

As I watched each of his actions, warmth was gathering in my chest. 

Kanoe: I'll be participating too. 

After announcing that boldly as it echoed in the venue, Kanoe-san took his seat. 

......

While throwing the dice in turns, the crowd of spectators increased. 

Kanoe: ...

With no sign of victory being claimed at all, the stakes of the bets that were made increased more. Among the cheers that were going around, I approached Kanoe-san's seat. 

MC: Don't get too serious, try to have some fun. 

Kanoe: Yeah. But... If I want to win, I can't lose. Also, I don't want to look uncool in front of you anymore. 

As the side of his face looked serious from playing the game, I found it hard to believe that this was the Kanoe-san that I knew...

(Why is my heart tightening like this?) 

Kanoe: MC? 

Suddenly, when he looked at me closely, he held my shoulder. 

Kanoe: It'll be over soon. Once a 9 shows up next... I'll be the only victor here. It's a gambling hall after all, MC. Don't you want to make a bet for a big win? 

As he was looking straight at me, Kanoe-san's expression was filled with an unwavering confidence. 

(I believe that Kanoe-san will win...) 

MC: Yes. 

Trusting my intuition, I placed everything on 9 that was showing on Kanoe-san to the dealer. 

MC: I'm leaving everything to you, Kanoe-san. 

Kanoe: I'm close to winning... No, I will win. Because I have you with me. 

MC: Kanoe-san... 

When he narrowed his eyes, he caressed my hair as he combed through it and faced the game table soon after. 

(You can do it, Kanoe-san...) 

After he closed his eyes just for a bit, he focused on the dice that he was holding in his hand. 

Kanoe: This'll end the game. 

while we were watching tensely, Kanoe-san threw the dice... 

Last Chapter - Holding Up the Glass in the Sunset

When the dices were thrown up into the air as they chandelier shined on them, they silently fell... While all the people that have gathered were watching... The two dices softly rolled around and stopped. 

Kanoe: My dices are... 9!

(Kanoe-san won...!) 

The people that witnessed that victory cheered. 

MC: That's amazing, Kanoe-san!

Affected by the heated atmosphere, I happily shook his shoulder without thinking. 

Kanoe: This is the value of a victory. 

MC: Ah... 

Just as I became embarrassed from being all excited, I removed my hand in a panic, but... He held my cheek and pulled me towards him until our lips were at a touching distance. 

Kanoe: Did I look good? 

When Kanoe-san made a mischievous smile, my cheeks heated up.

MC: Yes... You were very cool. 

As he narrowed his eyes, I couldn't feel anything else, but affection... 

......

When the beautiful sky turned red, it notified that the day was ending... With the money that we've received from the game, we rented a private terrace that had a view of the sunset. 

MC: Pretty... 

While looking at the view in front, Kanoe-san handed me a glass that had liquid that was the same color as the sunset. 

Kanoe: I'll be okay with this cocktail. Once more, let's celebrate. 

MC: Yes. Kanoe-san, congratulations. 

Kanoe: Same goes for you... You believed in my intuition. Thanks. 

When the two of us smiled at each other, we brought the glasses to our mouths and even though it was nonalcoholic, my cheeks heated up instantly. 

Kanoe: Did you have fun today? 

MC: Yes, very much. It's a shame that the day is already ending. 

Kanoe: I don't want to look uncool, but... I'm glad that you're thinking that. 

When Kanoe-san returned his gaze towards the sunset, his eyes narrowed in the light. 

MC: ...I'm glad that I got to know about all sorts of things about you today, Kanoe-san. How you got heated up in the game... Remembering that, you were kind of cute. 

Kanoe: Calling me cute. 

When he said that back to me, it felt somewhat refreshing. 

Kanoe: ...You're the only one who could do that. 

MC: You saying that... makes me happy. I... I wanted to see the real you like this, Kanoe-san. 

After saying that honestly, I smiled at Kanoe-san. 

Kanoe: ...Haha, I'm no match for you. 

Just as Kanoe-san gently placed his large hand on my shoulder... The next moment, he pulled me towards him closely. 

Kanoe: Having you beside me makes me happy from the bottom of my heart. 

My heart skipped a beat as he said that with a bright smile. 

Kanoe: Being with you... It made me realize my own weakness and feelings that I never knew about. Also, I was enjoying myself. ...Every one of those things were all because of you. 

MC: Kanoe-san... 

His words that were straightforward more than anything else... Overflowing with happiness, I broke into a smile. 

Kanoe: Me too... I want to see all kinds of your expressions. 

With a refreshing expression, he smiled broadly. 

Kanoe: When you got angry for me and when you cheered me on... You made me so happy that it made me think that you were cute. ...You're so unbearably adorable. 

When Kanoe-san wrapped his arms around my shoulders and slowly stroked my back... With his fingers placed against my spine, I realized that the sweet heat had taken over my thoughts. 

MC: ... 

Kanoe: Show me more of that face... 

When he whispered that to me as he blew into my ear, I felt my strength being taken away. 

Kanoe: You're the one who told me not to hold back. 

When I entrusted myself to him and slowly closed my eyes... I saw the afterimage of the sunset behind my eyelids. Seeing the shade of red, a sweet warmth was placed on my lips. Then, until we hid ourselves from the sun, we slowly made love to each other... 

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