Hajime Umemiya

The sun was shining brightly, and a gentle sea breeze pleasantly ruffled your hair. Today, you and Hajime finally decided to take a break from all the worries, people, and endless chores.

Just the sea. Just the two of you.

You wore short denim shorts, a swimsuit, and a light sweater. You wore sandals. Hajime also chose simple clothes—shorts and a light sweater. And, of course, as always, he had his favorite lollipop in his hand.

You headed towards the water.

But as soon as you took a few steps on the hot sand, you winced.

You: - Ow... It's so hot!

Hajime looked at you and smirked, continuing to walk calmly next to you.

Hajime: - Just be patient. We're almost there.

You: - Easy for you to say! My legs are about to burn!

You tried to walk faster, jumping from cool patches of sand to shade, but it was of little help.

Hajime watched your suffering in silence for a few seconds, and then suddenly removed the lollipop from his mouth.

You: - Hajime... what are you planning?

Before you could finish speaking, he easily picked you up in his arms.

You: - Hey! Hajime!

You instinctively grabbed his neck, blushing slightly in surprise.

Hajime: - Since you're so hot, I'll carry you.

You: - I can actually walk on my own!

Hajime: - I know.

You: - Then put me down!

Hajime: - No.

You: - Why?!

Hajime: - Because it's faster.

You puffed out your cheeks in displeasure, but didn't argue further. Hajime calmly carried you to the water, and you still held onto his shoulders.

Finally his feet touched the cool water.

You sighed with relief.

You: - Finally...

Hajime was already knee-deep in the water. You figured he'd gently lift you back to your feet.

But instead he suddenly unclenched his hands.

Splash!

With a loud, indignant cry, you fell straight into the water.

The waves immediately washed over you from head to toe. Your hair was soaked, your clothes were soaked through, and when you surfaced, Hajime was already standing next to you, looking at you with a wide smile.

Hajime: - Now you're definitely not hot.