SS ー Spider's Birthday (2024)

[graysheep]

"Are you going home for your birthday, Spider?"

"That's random."

Color asked as he handed me the documents.

"If you have nothing planned for the night of the 27th, let's have a drink or two on the rooftop. All together."

"What's the occasion?"

"Err... celebrating your birthday?"

"Just say you wanna drink, Color."

"Hahah, you got me! Still, a drink tastes better when you're celebrating something, doesn't it?"

"And that's why you made me the scapegoat."

"I’m paying out of pocket for everything, so just say yes! Pleaseee!"

"Your treat? Okay, then."

"You're so cute, you know that? A spoiled rich kid, yet at times like this, sly as a fox."

 

(Ahー...)
 

I almost shouted.
I remembered why Color brought up my family.

"I'm sorry for acting up last year."

"Hm? Whatever do you mean?"

"I know things turned ugly because I let the phone call with my brother get to me."

"Everyone has those days.

But how you handle them is up to you."

That day, I heard my older brother's voice for the first time in a while and yet, just by hearing my name come out of his mouth my whole bosy shook, as if it turned into a heart about to burst open.

My body was warning me that he was dangerous. A threat.

【Well? You're not even going to show up for your birthday?

I feel ashamed of having a brother who can't even manage to do the bare least for his family.】
 

"... Sorry."

"Huh? I was quite impressed, actually.

You left for a run as soon as you said you were pissed. Even Joe didn't have time to freak out when he saw your face."



"... I'm not planning on going home on the 27th. One son at home is more than enough."
 

I want to become somoene irreplaceable.

Even if it may be difficult for me, I don't want to give that up.

And it's because of that sentiment that I only ever use sarcasm.

【I feel ashamed】
 

My brother's voice echoed in my head.
 

"Hmmー"
 

Color crossed his arms, a troubled look appeared on his face.

 

"Correct me if I'm wrong, Spider, but are you trying to make me say something embarrassing!?"

".......... Huh?"

 

I seriously have no idea what this guy is yapping about.

 

"It goes without saying, but no one can replace you, okay?"

"...... Color."

 

I just made a sarcastic remark about my family, and Color responded with something unexpected.

 

"If you're gone, Spider, who will give Snow dancing lessons starting tomorrow?

He still needs to train his core, don't you think?"

"That's all I'm here for?"

"That and everything else."

"Haha... Really now?"
 

(...... Give me a break, seriously.)
 

I want to be irreplaceable. If possible, in GOAT.
An embarrassing decision was about to be made.

 

Happy Birthday, SPIDER.