The warmth of spring has become noticeable in mid-March.
　Today is the day that my brother and his wife Tenri's wedding is to be held.

　I'm half in a state of mind that I'm tired of waiting to see if they've finally arrived, and half in amazement at how quickly the time has come.

　I thought it was still some time before I could even confess and go out with a normal guy, but I never thought of a speedy marriage with zero days of dating.
　

　Because, you know, they're totally family faces, right?
　There's no way I can complain about such a happy atmosphere and imitate a watered down version of myself.

　While thinking back on that, I did what I had to do.
　Because I'm in charge of the reception on the wedding day.
　Basically, I just receive congratulations and gifts from the people who came and confirm the attendance of those who sent invitations, so it's nothing difficult.

　Well, those people.....

"Congratulations on your day!
Congratulations on your day. It's been a long time since I've seen you, Kuroone-chan.　
Thank you.

　Aniki's former co-workers, Miya-san and Sakai-san.
　It seems that he and Aniki are still close even after he quit Ukineko Transport.
　When I responded as a relative, Miya-san was poked in the side by Sakai-san next to me, probably because he was in his usual tone.　

"Hey, man. It's times like this that I get it right.
Hey, hey. Congratulations on your day.
I'm a friend of the groom's, Sakai Mao. My name is Miya Arikuma.

　Even though we knew each other, I felt a sense of respect for Mr. Sakai's politeness.
　After receiving the gift, I asked him to write my name on the "Ho-Mei-Tcho" (a book of names).

　After confirming that, he gives them the seating chart for the ceremony and reception, and asks them to wait in the waiting room.　
　Come to think of it, these two.....

How are you two doing these days?
We said we'd be next since he's going to get married, but he hasn't said yes yet. What should we do?
Kazu and Amari-san are a rare case. As for marriage, I've said I'll think about it after we've established a proper time as lovers, right?　Don't be in a hurry and wait properly.
Hee hee....

　After Miya's fierce approach like this, Sakai accepted his confession and started going out with him.
　It wasn't so much that she liked me, but rather that we went out as lovers to see if the relationship was good or bad.

　Even if it's in a lighthearted way, I think the affection from Miya-san to Sakai-san is a solid thing.
　Because even if the man she liked liked liked someone who wasn't her, she didn't take it personally and kept waiting for her chance, so I don't think her feelings are as strong as those of Aniki and the others.

''I like Marao-chan, though~?
This is ... ugh, think of the place and the time. Denied.

　
　Looking at the love stories of the people around me, I'd like to try my hand at romance since I'm a flower girl in high school.
　However, the fact that the boys who have come to confess their love to me in the past have all been after my body is troubling.
　It's so obvious that I even learned an unpleasant lesson about how to be creepy, even if you're good-looking.

　With that in mind, Sakai-san and the others are heading to the waiting room.
　Now I wonder who will come next........?

Congratulations on your day.

　Ah, here he comes.
　When I looked up to return the thanks........

　─ ─ There was a dandy man with blonde hair mixed with black that was all-backed and a well-developed physique that could be seen even from the top of a formal suit.

　Eh, who is this guy?
　At least, I don't know anyone like this in Aniki's acquaintance, so I'm sure he's related to Amari-san.
　But I can't believe he didn't even look at her after having such a good-looking guy... I can tell that Amana-san is really important to him.

　At the same time, I have a little bit of respect for Aniki who ended up marrying such a girlfriend.......a little bit.

　I wonder if he's dating anyone...?
　To be honest, I'd love to hear it because I like it so much.
　But I'm accepting applications now........

Um........are you okay?
Oh, uh, s-sorry. Thank you.

　I finally put my head back in front of my eyes from being lost in thought when he called out to me.
　Shit, I have to concentrate on the receptionist right now.

　Well, I can just remember the name here and ask Amari-san later.
　Once I conclude that and face the man.

　Our eyes meet and he smiles so softly that I can't help but admire him.

'I'm a senior at work where the bride works.







　My name is Kaori Mayuzumi Keiko.
Mayuzumi-san. Then let's add it to the guest book here... what?

　My thoughts freeze as I try to beg for a name to be filled in while committing the name to memory.

　Huh........I've heard of Mayuzumi-san?
　

　　
　In response to such a light escape from reality, Mayuzumi winked at me.

"It's a wedding today, so I'm not wearing any makeup.
Ugh...

　I was forced to face reality.

　You're just too good-looking or too different to be good-looking without makeup!
　I know, I know, I know that IKO make-up is not allowed at weddings, but!
　I'm ashamed of myself for thinking that this might bother me a bit...!

　I look over at Mayuzumi-san as she heads off to the waiting room, drooping in the dark, wondering why I have to make a black history on a day like this.
　Huh.........let's concentrate on the receptionist's work and quickly forget about it.　

　That's what I dismiss for now.

　Not long after, another acquaintance arrived.

''Ah!　Kuro-neechan!
Long time no see!
Well, to tell you the truth, Happy Birthday.
Thank you. It's been a while... little guys.

　These are Amana's friends, Hasumi and her parents.
　The kids are a little taller, but they're as energetic as ever, and it's cute to see them all dressed up for the day....
　The sadness of making black history was easily blown away when I saw the children's smiling faces.　

　And so, while the conversation was in moderation, as I was having them fill out the name book, a name suddenly caught my eye.

　It's Mason Higashino-Kuiyoka-san.......Kana-chan's mother.

　Ah, come to think of it, this person is........

The one and only.....
Yes?
She said her brother was a big help to her in finding a new house.

　The reason why I know about Kinyoka is because she was mentioned in the course of hearing from Aniki about the events leading up to their marriage.
　I remember how grateful I was that the advice I gave to Aniki when he was looking for a new house, made him realize how I felt about him in a roundabout way.

　If Amana-chan was the Cupid that connected Aniki and Amari-san, she was the shadow of merit that pushed me back.
　After all, that super-intelligent Aniki was able to notice the fondness for Amari-san that had been unconsciously formed.
　Today's wedding could not even have been realized if he hadn't been in charge of it.

　Besides, the fact that Aniki had stopped looking for a new house meant that she couldn't make any sales.
　Nevertheless, the fact that he maintained a customer-first attitude was admirable as a member of society who could eventually count himself out.

　Upon hearing her thanks, Kinyoka looked a little puzzled for a moment, but she quickly changed her expression to a smile.

Not at all. I'm glad to hear that you have found your happiness, Hayakawa-sama. Happiness may be in short supply, but the opposite is not true.
....

　So you tell him that you want him to thank you.

　It is undecided whether to go on to higher education or find a job, but when it comes to finding a room to live alone, I want this person to be in charge.
　I'm sure from the bottom of my heart that this is the case....