HS Chapter 43: The hopeless sister is touched.

The day after I was banned from the library. Today is Saturday, so classes ended in the morning.

There are only a few days left until the exams. I know that was just yesterday, and I should be making the most of my free afternoon and studying hard today, but…. 

“— That’s what happened, Dr. Chiyuri”
“In the end, Nee-sama and I were only able to study math for one hour or so yesterday…”

“My, my, my… That must be very tough for you two.”

As you can see, Koma and I visited the clinic of Dr. Chiyuri, the doctor in charge of Koma’s taste disorder, in our school uniforms right after class to make small talk. 

“End of semester exams, huh? Is that so… It’s already that time. I’m sorry, Koma-chan, Mako-chan. I called you at such a critical time. I wonder if I should change Koma-chan’s examination date on a different day?”

“Aah… That’s right. Speaking honestly, I also advised Nee-sama whether to ask the doctor to move the date of the examination to next month…”

She said so agreeing with the doctor, Koma and Dr. Chiyuri looked at me.

The first day of the month is an important day for Dr. Chiyuri to check on Koma’s taste disorder. Actually, just before I came here,

‘It’s a waste of time to travel, and it may interfere with Nee-sama’s studies for the final exam. Let’s have the examination date next month.’

—- Koma had recommended that idea to me, however… It’s outrageous.

It doesn’t matter if it’s just before a promotion exam or if the world is about to be destroyed, examining Koma’s taste buds will always be a priority.

“Koma, you’re talking about that again? You need to have examinations done exactly every month. No matter what, Koma’s health comes first! This is the only thing I won’t move from!”

“… As-As you see, Nee-sama is our opposition to it…”

“Oh my, oh my. As always, Mako-chan loves Koma-chan a lot. I’m happy for you, Koma-chan♪”

“…. Well… humn… I’m overjoyed that she cares so much for me, but… I think Nee-sama should care for herself a bit more than just myself… No, I’m really happy, just that…”

Chiyuri smiles happily as she stares at Koma’s troubled face, who blushes a little at my adamant refusal to give in and my stubborn attitude. Oh, it’s embarrassing.

“Okay. If that’s the case, I’ll have to do a thorough examination of Koma-chan now that I’m given some of Mako-chan’s valuable study time. Koma-chan, I know it’s early but let’s get it started.”

“Ah, yes. I understand. Please treat me well, Doctor.”

“Yeah, likewise. I’ll examine your tongue first. Please open your mouth wide and stick out your tongue.”

Dr. Chiyuri cuts the small talk we were having earlier than usual and she starts examining Koma. I’m really happy that she’s a thoughtful doctor…

After a quick interview and examination of the tongue, the doctor calls the nurse who always stays by her side.

“Well then, please give Koma-chan the customary examination.”

“Filter paper and electro, right? Chiyuri-sensei, what about taking her blood and gum tests?”

“Sure, please. This time, I’d especially like to get some solid data to compare with last month and the month before that.”

“Understood… Then, Koma-san. Let’s go.”

After receiving instructions from the doctor, the nurse opens the door with a *Swoosh* to guide Koma to the examination room for the familiar examination.

“Take care of me, Sayuri-sama. Then, Nee-sama, please wait for me a bit.”

“Got it. Receive a proper examination, Koma. Then, nurse-san, I leave my little sis in your care!”

“Yeah, I’ll take care of her.”

She seems to be quite used to it by now, and waving at me, Koma is led by the nurse to the examination room without hesitation. Have fun!

“—- Now. Mako-chan, let’s slowly start our usual business.”

“Yus! Treat me well, Dr. Chiyuri!”

After seeing Koma and the nurse off, and confirming that they were on their way to the examination room, we started the status report meeting as usual.

Dr. Chiyuri speaks to me after opening the electronic medical record.

“First, I want to check the food menu list as usual… As I recall, Mako-chan said, ‘I haven’t been able to make a menu this month because of studying for the final exam’?”

“Yes… Sorry. I don’t have time to make it…”

“Aah, that’s okay then. It’s natural that studying for exams is a priority. You don’t need to worry about it… Just… I know you don’t need me to tell you this, but please take care of the nutritional balance of Koma-chan’s daily diet to the best of your ability. If it’s Mako-chan, you can do it, right?”
“Yeah! I’ll do my best!”

“Un, un. That’s a nice reply.”

This time, I haven’t made the menu list that Dr. Chiyuri had instructed me to make, since my time to study for the final exam is precious.  But she tells me that without getting angry with me.

I’m the one who’s in charge of all the housework, especially cooking, but I’m so pathetic. Eventually, I’ll have to become a woman who can do both housework and study.

“Then, next. This is my favourite topic… It’s Mako-chan calling me and requesting help.”

“…!”

Dr. Chiyuri’s words make me straighten up.

“As I recall, Mako called me to make an appointment for today’s examination… You said this to me, right? ‘I want to consult with you about psychotherapy for Koma’.”

“… Yes, that’s correct.”

… I haven’t forgotten what happened last month. That day, Koma couldn’t get a good night’s sleep because of the rain and thunder that reminded her of the bad old days, and she collapsed during gym class because she was too tired.

At that time, I told her with all my heart and sincerity, “You can be more spoiled,” and then she herself… Koma revealed the trauma of her past.

“That’s when I fully realized it. She said that the events of that day six years ago were very ingrained for Koma. And then… I’m almost convinced that the trauma was the cause of Koma’s constitution, which is not healed even now… That’s why, if we don’t make amends for that day, I don’t think Koma and I will be able to move forward.”

Even a very talented doctor like Dr. Chiuri has yet to cure Koma’s peculiar constitution, which allows her to regain her sense of taste when she kisses me.

As the doctor had already explained, Koma’s taste disorder was not caused by a zinc deficiency or brain disease, but by psychological and emotional factors—- In other words, the trauma of six years ago is likely playing a strong role.

“… I get it. That’s why Mako-chan wants to give some psychotherapy to Koma-chan?”

“Yes!”

That’s why I thought it was important for Dr. Chiyuri to heal Koma’s mental health as well as her health treatment, so I called Dr. Chiyuri last week to see if it would be okay for Koma to receive psychotherapy.

Dr. Chiyuri said we could discuss that matter here instead of on the phone… 

“And then… How about it? First of all, I thought that before she should receive it, I should get permission from Dr. Chiyuri, who’s been taking care of Koma for the past six years…. Koma going to psychotherapy… Is it a no-go…?”

I timidly ask Dr. Chiyuri. I know the doctor is not like that, but… What if in the rarest possibility she says, ‘Are you saying you have a problem with my treatment?’ or ‘You don’t believe in my treatment that much that you’re going to see a different doctor?’,  what should I do then…

I’m quietly waiting for Dr. Chiyuri’s reply while feeling scared inside.

“Okay, Mako-chan. Take this.”

“…. Huh?”

In such a frightened state of mind, she hands me an envelope and a note with something beautifully written on it…. Etto, etto? What’s this?

“Ehm, Dr. Chiyuri? What is this…?”

“There’s a letter of referral in the envelope. The note contains the address of the hospital of the psychotherapist I trust the most.”

“Letter of referral and a note…?”

She gives me these two things and continues talking warmly.

“The doctor at that hospital… They’re one of my teachers, and they are excellent. They’re not the kind of person who would ever profess Koma-chan’s peculiarities to others, and she’s very understanding in many ways, so you can rest assured.”
“Haa…”

“I’m sorry for being selfish, but I’ve already conveyed the situation about Mako-chan and Koma-chan to them. I’m sure they’ll be very kind to you, and I’m sure you’ll be able to relax about the psychotherapy for Koma-chan…”

“Ehm!”
“… Hm? What’s wrong, Mako-chan?”

I was dumbfounded, but I regained my senses and interrupted her explanation.

“… Doctor? Is it really okay?”

“Is it okay… Etto, about what?”

I was prepared for her to be angry and disappointed, and I was honestly confused by the doctor’s unchanging attitude. Is it fine to receive it so easily?

“Because… You’ve been seeing Koma for years now, right?”

“That’s right. What about it?”
“And yet… And yet, I’m saying that I’d like Koma to be examined at another hospital for my own selfish reasons. I feel sorry for the doctor about it… Honestly I thought you’d be disappointed in me… However, is it really fine?”

“…Ah, I wondered what you talked about. So, that’s it.”

The doctor looked surprised for a moment, but agreed to my explanation.

The next thing I know, she’s standing up from her chair and comes to my side. And the next moment,

“Mhmh! Mako-chan is such a good girl, aren’t you?♪”

“Wa!?”

Raising her voice in delight, Chiyuri-sensei hugged me with her own body as hard as she could.

Wha, what…?

“You don’t have to worry about that at all, worrying about me… Mako-chan, you really are a kind girl. Jeez… Why do you have to say things that make my heart go *Kyun* *Kyun*? When you say things like that—- I’m going to like you more and more♪”

I don’t get it but somehow I’ve over-succeeded and I’m being hugged by Dr. Chiyuri with all of her strength. What a dynamite body she has…

“Do-Doctor… Hard to breathe…! Please let me go…”

“I won’t. Please let me hug you a bit more!”

My head is buried in the swelling of the doctor’s lush breasts, and I can’t move at all to escape, and ended up flailing around on the spot.

“Hnm… I knew it, Mako-chan is so cute and tiny. Also, your skin is glossy and doughy… Makes me want to eat you right away!—- In many ways!”

“Give, I give up…! Doctor!? Where are you touching!?”

“Now, now, it’s fine, it’s fine♪” (TN: Is the Doctor the future Mako?)

The doctor starts to touch the immobile me. Not good… How do I put this, the doctor’s exquisite aggression, just on the edge of touching or not touching… She’s tickling me… It’s tantalizing and trying… This is dangerous!?

“Oh mu… Mako-chan is bigger here than she appears.They’re so soft and elastic which are superb♪!”
“Help me… Help me, Komaaaaaaaaaaaa!?”

I couldn’t help but call out to my beloved little sis for help, but she was in another room undergoing tests. My voice echoed in the examination room in vain.

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“Fuu… Aah, I enjoyed it ♪ Thank you very much, Mako-chan.”

“Haa… Haa… Finally….”

She held me tightly for about five minutes and touched my cheeks, arms, thighs, etc… My br, breasts… The doctor, who seemed to have had a lot of fun playing with me and stroking and grabbing and rubbing me as much as she wanted, and she finally let me go. She’s dangerous… I somehow ended up tired…

The doctor returned to her seat with a smile on her face as she looked at my limp body and went back to her story.

“It’s fine. You don’t have to act so reserved towards me.  I think what you had in mind, Mako-chan, is a very good idea, and there’s nothing wrong with it.”

“Huh…? What do you mean?”
“Arara? Did you forget about it? It’s about psychotherapy.”

“…..!? Really!?”

I straighten my posture once again and listen carefully to the doctor’s words. Right now… The doctor said it was a good idea!?

“Un… To tell you the truth, I’ve been thinking the same thing as Mako-chan since I heard about Koma-chan  collapsing last month. Koma-chan should also be given a more specialized psychological medical approach.”

“I didn’t know about that…”

“That’s why I wrote the referral letter beforehand and talked to the psychotherapist. Speaking honestly, when Mako-chan approached me about this, I was both surprised and very impressed. ‘Aah, this girl is still so young but she understands what’s important.’ is what I thought.”

This time the doctor gently *Pom**Pom* pats my head while winking.

“I’ll say this first… Even with the psychotherapy, Koma’s taste disorder won’t necessarily be cured. However, Mako-chan, I don’t think it’ll be futile. That’s why… Please go.”

“Yes!”

I’m glad… I was worried about what would happen if the doctor said no, but I guess I was worrying unnecessarily.
I’m relieved to get the doctor’s permission

“So, Mako-chan. When are you thinking about taking Koma with you?”

“Ah, yes. Once our final exams are over, our summer vacation will start soon—- I’m thinking of taking Koma with me during the summer vacation period.”

“I see, summer vacation… Un, I think it’s fine. Then I’ll contact the doctor when you have a detailed plan.”

Oooh… Thank you for everything. She’s so reliable…

“With this, I can concentrate on my studies without worries. First and foremost, I have to study hard for my final exams!”

“Right, fight on, Mako-chan♪”

If I get a red mark in the final exams, I’ll have to take make-up classes and retakes during the summer break. If that happens, I may have to postpone my plans to take Koma to the hospital that the doctor referred me to.

If I don’t get good grades before that, I’m in danger of repeating a year in school, so I have to study even harder for the sake of Koma and myself.

“Even so, final exams…. It sounds nostalgic. I wonder how long it’s been?”
“Nostalgic?”

Dr. Chiyuri murmurs nostalgically… Aah, that is so. Of course, there was a time when she was a student, too.

“Now that you mention Dr. Chiyuri, where did you go to middle school?”

“Hm? My alma mater? I wonder if you know about the all-girls junior high and high school less than a 10-minute walk from here, Mako-chan.”

“Hee?”

… The all- girls only school near here that has integrated high school and junior high is… It’s a pretty high level school…

“I’m back, Chiyuri-sensei and Onee-san. The examination finished safely. Here, the results.”

“Oh, welcome back you two. Thank you for examining her, Sayuri-chan.”

“…. Nee-sama, and then doctor Chiyuri, thank you for waiting… I could hear Nee-sama’s and the doctor’s voice during the examination, and I’m sure Nee-sama had a great time with the doctor ….”

“Ah, welcome back Koma. Good work with the exam”

“Yes♡ I’m back, Nee-sama. Really… I’m glad that you are safe!”

In the middle of our conversation, Koma and the nurse-san come back from the examination room. The nurse-san hands the test results to the doctor in a familiar manner, and Koma quickly moves next to me.

…  I felt that Koma was emitting an aura of unhappiness for a moment… Is she tired from the exam?

“I’m sorry for interrupting your convo, Onee-san. I’ll back you up. Chiyuri-sensei graduated from that school as the top student.”

“Top student!?”
“Tch, hey, hey, Sayuri-chan. Stop saying too much!” (TN: Okay, Chiyuri-sensei is not future Mako)

While the doctor is compiling the data of Koma in her electronic medical record, nurse-san tells me such things. The school is pretty high level… And she was the top student!?

“Can I ask, how does nurse-san know about that?”

“Well, sensei and I have known each other for a long time. We’ve been together for more than 10 years.”

“Ah, I remember now. The nurse-san and Dr. Chiyuri certainly were…”

“Yes, you got it. We were a senior and a junior in the same elementary, middle, high school, and college. She’s always been amazing. She was good at her studies and athletics, and was everyone’s dream girl… And then, my eternal queen…”

“Oi, oi, hey… Sayuri-chan, please just stop saying anything further…. What? Is Sayuri-chan just as angry as Koma-chan, because I played with Mako-chan?”

“… Who knows? I don’t know what you mean, queen Chiyuri.”

Somehow the doctor has the same scent as Koma. I’ve always thought she was great… As I thought, she was an honor student just like Koma is…

Well, that’s only a given. She’s a doctor by profession, so it’s no wonder she excelled in her studies. Amazing…

Okay… If that’s the case, why don’t the doctor give me some study advice as a senior in life?

“Dr. Chiyuri. By the way, how did you manage to get such excellent grades in your studies?”

“Eh? Etto… That’s right. Studying. How did I study in the past…?”

I don’t know why, but the doctor showed me an unusual look while thinking hard about my light-hearted question. Eh…? It’s not really a strange question… is it?

“Ehm… Doctor? You seem to be thinking about it a lot, is something wrong?”

“…. Sorry. How did I study in school….? Rather, did I study at all?”

“Have you forgotten!?”
“Aah… that’s right. Chiyuri-sensei has always been the type of person who can manage somehow without studying as long as she listens to her lessons. It’s no wonder Chiyuri-sensei doesn’t remember studying.”

“Is that how it was?”

… I’ve been thinking for a while that maybe the doctor is a bit of an airhead?

“… (*Mumble*) My, my. If doctor Chiyuri can’t remember, then maybe you’re already going senile? Or maybe you don’t remember because it was several decades ago?”

“(*Mumble*) Arara, Koma-chan is kind of harsh… Did I make you angry by touching Mako-chan? I’m sorry, okay? Next time I do it, I’ll include you too, so please forgive me♡”

“Hmph, I’m not angry at all. What could you possibly be on about?”

“Uoou!?”

As I am laughing at the doctor’s unexpected airheadedness, my cute little Koma suddenly shouts out next to me. She surprised me…

“What’s wrong, Koma? Raising your voice…”
“Ah… It’s nothing! It’s nothing at all, Nee-sama. Don’t worry about it.”

Koma says so with a slightly drawn out smile on her face. It’s not like her to suddenly raise her voice, and her usual nice smile is cloudy.

… As I thought, she seems to be tired from the exam. It looks like we have to go home soon and have her rest.

“Then, doctor. Is it fine for me to get the results of the tests and guidance on how to proceed? We can’t stay long today…”

“That’s right. Nee-sama has to prepare for her final exams. So, finish it quickly and let us go home.”

I want to go home as soon as possible and Koma pleads with her to do so. Then the doctor put both her hands in front of us as if to stop us.

“Now, now, you two. Wait just a moment. You don’t need to be in a hurry to go home. I have a suggestion for you two.”

“”Suggestion?””

“Un, a suggestion. I’m pretty sure you can’t study at home and at the library… Then, you both said you were looking for a place where you could study in some privacy, right?”

“Yes, that’s correct.”

“… What about it?”

When Koma and I asked her about it, the teacher smiled and said something like this.

“So, Mako-chan and Koma-chan. As an apology for calling you before the big exam, today and tomorrow— How about studying in the (my)clinic?”

“”…. Yes?””

…. Studying in the, clinic?