readx; I shook my head to cheer up. Pen × fun × Pavilion www. ｂｉｑｕｇｅ。 ｉｎｆｏ

You shouldn't think about this nonsense right now.

There is always a reward for what you do.

Although I am not very confident in such beliefs......

Standing on the grass, I stared blankly at the darkening sky.

……

When I came to Kotomi's house again, I had a lot of things in my hands.

White paint, thinner, rust inhibitor......

Paint, cleaning, sandpaper......

In order to buy these, I knocked on the renovation shop at 8 a.m.

I told my boss that I wanted to repaint the chairs in the courtyard, and the boss brought me some and explained how to use them.

And, of course, overalls and gloves.

I went home yesterday and thought about it for a long time.

Then I made up my mind.

I don't hesitate anymore and I have to do what I can.

The next thing I'm going to do must be meaningful.

I firmly believe that.

The courtyard is the same as yesterday......

The fairy tale of the vegetation flourishing overnight is really impossible.

Take a closer look, there's still a lot of work ahead.

I moved the chairs and tables to the corner of the courtyard first.

I checked the table.

In my impression, this table was originally white sè, which was particularly dazzling.

Now the paint has peeled off, mottled with brown-red rust.

I first scrape off the large pieces of rust with cleaning.

Then use sandpaper to polish the small rust spots.

Until the rusty area is polished, apply rust inhibitor.

I'm working hard......

It took a whole hour to remove the rust and anti-rust treatment of the table.

While I was waiting for the rust inhibitor to dry, I brought the chair over.

It's not easy to get a smaller chair because of its complex shape, and it's hard to get rid of rust.

The two chairs are made in the same way, sandpapered, and then coated with rust inhibitor.

Then, before the rust inhibitor dries, the trees and hedges are trimmed.

I put the scissors on the branch and pushed it a little harder......

With a crisp sound, lush branches and leaves scattered to the ground.

Trim all the way to near the edge of the courtyard......

The tip seemed to have kicked something, and hurriedly stabilized his body.

I thought it was stone or something, but it turned out to be some black bricks.

The bricks were more or less buried in the earth, forming a circle in the weeds.

"That's ......"

As if the layers of thin veil were lifted, that memory gradually began to revival.

It used to be a flower bed.

All kinds of flowers are blooming like a beautiful face......

Looking at this pile of 'ruins', I can't help but feel like I am in an ancient city that has been lost for a long time.

Push aside the overgrown weeds.

The dormant insects were scattered by the light.

Once the rust inhibitor is dry, it's time to paint.

Open the lid of the paint can, stick it in and dip it all over.

I carefully applied it over and over again, putting the paint on as evenly as possible.

The weather is very sunny and the paint should dry quickly.

I whistled as I painted.

Squatting in the courtyard on a Sunday to paint like this, I had never even thought about it before.

Although there is a lot of rust inhibitor on my feet, I am still in a good mood when I see the results of my work.

It would be very interesting if Kotomi was here at this time.

“…… She's only going to help more and more, probably ......"

I could almost see her spilling over her tools and getting paint all over her body.

But don't worry.

Someday, I'll take care of this garden with Kotomi.

3 p.m.

The restoration of the table and chairs is finally complete.

I was so engrossed in my work that I almost lost track of time.

I really want this garden to be restored to its original appearance as soon as possible.

But this first requires a good understanding of gardening.

As I smirked and looked at the new white chair in front of me, my stomach growled.

Let's get a bite to eat near the station.

“…… Kotomi, have you eaten? ”

He shouted at the window on the second floor.

Of course, there was still no response.

I don't expect more, if she can hide somewhere and secretly watch me, it would be fine.

"I'll go out a little bit, I'll be back soon, and you have to eat well."

I changed out of my paint-covered overalls and set off.

……

There is a shopping street in front of it.

Everywhere there were noisy human voices and car exhaust fumes.

In the display window, there is a dazzling variety of goods.

Compared to the smell of earth, grass and paint, it feels like another world.

Let's go to the bookstore first.

At the gardening bookshelf, I stood and flipped through the books.

Every page has so much useful information.

It turns out that the way I sharpened my scissors yesterday was completely wrong.

And that scissors are not used to cut grass, but to mow hedges.

In addition, the turf should not be trimmed indiscriminately, and the damaged ones must be replaced with new ones.

"I'm a complete layman......"

I was stunned for a while.

Then I bought an introduction to gardening and a book on garden flowers.

Out of the house, I went to the fast-food restaurant I frequented.

After ordering a coffee hamburger set, I found a seat and sat down.

List the items and steps you need as the book says.

……

When I got back to the street, it was almost evening.

I stopped by the bank and withdrew all my deposits.

This was a long time ago when I desperately wanted to run away from home.

As a result, there was no chance to use it, and in the end, I forgot that I still had a deposit.

Now I can't help but feel a little grateful for the decadent self I was at that time.

"Then it's time to go to the department store......"

On the way there, I saw Apricot and another girl with short hair......

It seems to be the younger sister of the apricot.,If I'm not mistaken.。

Holding a box, not knowing what to do.

Midnight......

Extra cháo wet evenings.

Loud bug sounds......

The smell of herbs stained with night dew......

I dug desperately into the dirt.

I'm going to change the soil in the flower bed.

There were no lights around, only the faint light of the stars.

Stick the shovel into the soil and press the weight of your whole body on it.

Click, click, click......

Like a tomb robber......

But what is buried there must be my childhood memories.

Wipe off the sweat and look aside.

The roof of the house was like a cover, almost hiding me from it.

The windows were pitch black, reflecting the surroundings like a mirror.

Has Kotomi slept already?

Can you sleep well?

No nightmares, right?

There was no answer.

Turn your head and continue working in the dark.

Click, click, click......

The uneasiness that had been suppressed during the day was now gradually spreading from under his feet.

When you know that all your efforts are useless......

When nothing comes true......

What should I do?

Can it still be held on?

I do not know.

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