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Okay, let's all toast Izumi-chan for her win.

Cheers!

Thanks so much, you guys.

This is delicious. Tastes just like haute cuisine.

I helped him cook it.

Bet all you did was nibble the food.

Th-This is amazing, Kotesashi-kun.

Wow, so you can cook, too, Koyo-chin?

My aunt runs a restaurant, and I help her out sometimes.

Where does it end? You're already a wannabe massage therapist, and now this?

But I must admit, this is pretty good.

You rock, Koyo.

You're supposed to stay seated during meals! Jeez, didn't anyone teach you manners, Aoba?

Didn't anyone teach you not to eat like a pig?

Still, I gotta say, I'm glad you finally got your win.

I heard you were in a slump or something. How'd you get out of it?

Well...

It's thanks to Kotesashi-kun.

His massage finally helped me clear my mind so that I could swim better.

My body felt so limber, I almost didn't recognize myself.

Kotesashi-kun, I know this is belated, but thank you.

It's all because of you that I won.

I can't take credit. It's only because you're so talented.

That's our Koyo-kun.

But what exactly did you do for her?

Well, I...

You can't tell them.

Huh? Why not?

That's not fair. We should know, too.

No. It must stay a secret.

Now, now, there's no harm in it.

Izumi-chan's allowed a secret or two.

In any case, it'd be a shame if we let this good food go cold.

Yeah.

HANDS OFF: SAWARANAIDE KOTESASHI-KUN

Aoba-san, have you already eaten your fill?

You've hardly touched your food.

You need to eat properly to stay in shape.

If that's the case...

I'll eat a little more if you feed me personally, Koyo.

Huh? But why?

Because we agreed you'd do whatever I tell you.

Come on.

Well, if it gets her to eat...

Okay, you win.

Yummy!

Thanks, Koyo.

Why's she being so clingy?

Aoba-san, please let go.

Aw.

That's enough, Aoba. You're making him uncomfortable.

Well, this much PDA should have his heart racing.

Oh, fine.

Still, I'm glad you're finally settling into our dorm, Koyo-kun.

Uh, I guess I am.

Does this count as "settling in"?

Chiyo-san, are you tired?

Nah, my eyes just feel heavy.

You were up all night gaming again, weren't you?

I have a rival I really need to beat.

Now you're acting like a shonen manga protagonist.

I heard you skipped practice yesterday. I hope that wasn't due to your gaming.

Of course not.

Oh, jeez.

Anyway, you can relax.

I promise I'll go to practice tomorrow.

Bah! I lost again! This kid's way too overpowered.

Midnight already?

One last round.

Who's that?

You can come in.

Koyo-chin?

Sorry. I know it's really late.

Here for your next one-night stand?

A-Absolutely not!

Then, what's up?

Gonna tell me to hit the hay already?

Well, I do want you to turn in early.

But you won't listen to me.

So I'm here to help you win your online game.

Our chairman told me to create an environment where all of you can focus on sports.

So I'll get in trouble if you don't show up for practice.

If you're up late gaming because you want to beat a tough opponent,

then I'll just have to help you win.

For that, we need you in top condition to win your game so you can sleep earlier.

Huh? And how're we supposed to do that?

From what I can see, you've been gaming so much, your eyes are tired.

I believe this fatigue comes from your neck and shoulders.

I see. So you're here to massage me and make me all better.

A massage does sound sweet.

And I have been feeling pretty stiff lately.

You can go ahead and start with my neck.

We do need to loosen up your neck,

but there's a more effective massage we can do.

We'll massage...

your armpits!

Massaging your armpits and the side of your torso will loosen up your neck.

What? My armpits?!

Will you allow me to massage your armpits, Chiyo-san?

What the... Is this dude nuts?

Wh-Why work on my armpits?

Actually, if it feels good, who cares?

Sure, go ahead.

But don't make it all ticklish, Koyo-chin.

It'll be fine. This massage won't tickle at all.

Huh? Uh, what's the catch?

You'll just have to wait and see for yourself.

Okay, let's go to your bed.

Wait, it's a mess!

When was the last time you cleaned this room?!

I can't massage you like this.

Well, since you're here, maybe you can clean up for me?

You want me to go to practice, don't you?

Ugh, fine. I'll do it.

Thanks, Mom.

And I'm not your mom.

Put bottles in the trash when you finish them.

Sure thing.

Honestly.

Wait, these bottles...

So I was wondering...

Who do you like better, Koyo-chin? Izumi or Aoba?

Excuse me? Why bring them up?

It's obvious they both have a thing for you.

If that's really true...

Our girls are at a critical stage of their careers.

Romantic dalliances are out of the question.

They might not be totally crushing on you right now,

but they're bound to fall for you sooner or later.

But if you're not interested, you'd better stop leading them on.

They're too into their sports to know how to deal with a guy.

Wait, I'd never do anything to lead them on!

Still, I'm safe at least, since I've dated a whole bunch of guys.

And with that out of the way, I'll have that massage now!

All right. I'll start my treatment.

Do I have your permission to use oil?

Yup, yup. Do whatever you want.

Then, I'll begin.

I'll start with your neckline.

This feels amazingly incredible.

And it doesn't even tickle at all. I'm in heaven.

Her muscles are perfectly proportioned.

But her shoulders are too stiff for her to perform at her peak.

I need to put an end to Chiyo-san's gaming addiction!

Next, please lie on your side.

Okie-doke.

I'll start by stretching your armpit.

I'll also apply pressure with the palm of my hand.

I'm stretched out!

By pressing down on your shoulder blade,

we'll be able to stimulate muscles you don't normally use.

Now for your armpit.

See, I told you! I'm too ticklish there!

Don't worry. It'll stop being ticklish soon enough.

I must be callous now.

Yowch!

Ow! Ow! Koyo-chin! You're pressing too hard there!

I'm hardly pressing that spot.

No, it still hurts!

You're literally hurting me! Why are you pressing so hard?!

Chiyo-san, may I see your hand?

Does this hurt?

No, it doesn't.

That's how much pressure I'm applying to your armpit.

Your armpit contains muscles that contribute to stiff necks.

By massaging your armpits, we can relieve the tension.

Also, the pain is coming from your axillary lymph nodes.

Lymph nodes?

We need to massage them,

or your blood and lymph circulation will worsen and prolong your neck stiffness.

However, we can't apply too much pressure to them.

It can be painful, but if you let me handle it, we'll cure your stiff neck.

But... But I can't stand pain.

I'm pretty sure you also want to kick your gaming habit.

Huh?

I can tell from looking at your body that you take physical fitness seriously.

You might look slim at first glance, but you've built up muscle where needed.

No one's able to maintain a physique like that without constant training.

Your room may have been filled with bottles.

But none of them were soda bottles.

They were either for water or tea.

You're an athlete who takes good care of her body.

But because you're so competitive and hard on yourself, you can't quit gaming.

Your personality won't allow you to quit once you've set your sights on winning.

Y-Yeah, that's me. Is that a crime now?

There's nothing wrong with it.

Every athlete requires a strong, competitive will.

You're absolutely right about this armpit massage being painful.

Still, are you willing to bear with it a little longer?

TRANSLATION: GAD ONYENEHO TIMING: HENRY LIN

EDITING: SMR QUALITY CONTROL: GABRIELLA RAMIREZ

TRANSLATION CHECK: SRIRAM GURUNATHAN