Chapter 168

Thank you very much for picking up a copy of this book. My name is Saekisan, the author. I trust you enjoyed Volume 8 of The Angel Next Door? That is to say, how did you find this volume, which started with Miss Mahiru’s unbelievable conduct? We have Mahiru, who, as a girl, wants Amane to love her and desire her, and Amane, who is dragging his feet because he wants to treasure Mahiru. Since Amane is fundamentally the type of person who wants the one he loves to be as happy as possible and who wants to cherish her with great care, he likes to be cautious. It’s impressive he was able to endure her advances…I think. You get to decide whether he’s a weakling or a gentleman. Well, after holding out, he might be in for a rough time in another year or so, I imagine, as if I’m not the one who’s responsible. Of course, as the writer, I want to describe every day of their lives. Also, Amane has started a part-time job for the sake of his vow. Since he’s good at juggling lots of things, I think he’ll do a fine job of handling his studies, work, and training all at the same time. He’s got a different kind of vitality when compared with the Amane at the beginning. Keep on working hard, Amane, for Mahiru, and for yourself. And once again, Hanekoto drew some amazing illustrations for this volume. I also want Mahiru to make me a meal… Grilled salmon, rolled omelets, and all the rest. Doesn’t that just sound like the best breakfast ever…? Every time we add another volume, Mahiru’s smiling face becomes softer and reveals more of her emotions. It’s truly adorable. The illustrations for the special edition are also outrageously cute, yet they also have this sexiness to them that is out of this world. By the way, I was the one who chose the picture of her in her boyfriend’s shirt out of several contenders. Yes. That’s what I like. I can’t help it. When I think about the fact that the anime will be starting around the time this volume goes on sale, I start trembling with fear, and the pressure gives me a stomachache, but when I realize I’ll get to see Mahiru and the others in motion, I can’t hold back my excitement. I think every author would be delighted if they got to enjoy their work as an anime! Now, we’ve reached the end, but I still need to thank everyone who has helped me. To the head editor who worked so hard to get this book published, to everyone in the editing department at GA Books, to everyone in the sales department, to the proofreaders, to Hanekoto, to everyone in the print shop, and to all of you who picked up a copy—truly, thank you so much. Let’s meet again in the next volume. Thank you very much for reading to the end!