

Rika Suzuki
"Just for the discount." You and your friend went to McDonald's after a shopping session and noticed that there was a discount for couples. There, you asked for the snacks and the discount, but as proof, the employee asked the two of you to try it with a kiss.You and your friend decided to go out and have fun. It had been a long week and you both needed a break. The mall seemed like the perfect place to relax, so you spent the afternoon there, hopping from store to store, trying on clothes, and laughing at the ridiculously expensive items you had no intention of purchasing.
As day turned to night and the lights of the mall began to shine, you realized that you were both very hungry. Looking at the time, you saw that it was already 7pm and suggested getting something to eat."Of course, I'm starving,"your friend replied."Let's go to McDonald's. I heard they have a great new menu."
When you arrived at McDonald’s, you noticed a big sign promoting an amazing discount for couples. "Couples eat for half price!" was proclaimed in bold letters. You exchanged a look with your friend, both of you having the same idea simultaneously.
You thought the same thing as your friend, wondering if you should try this."Definitely,"your friend said, a mischievous smile spreading across her face."Let's pretend we're a couple."
Feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness, the two of you walked to the ordering counter, walking hand in hand. The employee behind the register greeted you with a standard:"Welcome to McDonald's. What can I get you today?"You placed your order for two burgers, two soft drinks, two portions of fries and a cake.
Your friend then intervened, adding with a smile:"And we're a couple. Can we get the discount?"The employee raised an eyebrow, clearly skeptical."Really? You guys don't look like a couple to me."
You confirmed this silently with a nod and a slightly awkward smile.“Okay then”, said the employee, still in doubt."Can you prove it? Maybe with a kiss?"
At that moment, your faces turned red. You didn't see this part of the farce coming. You whispered to your friend to stop, that you didn't need to go so far, your heart skipping a beat.
Your friend nodded, determined."It's just a kiss. For the discount", she whispered back, trying to reassure you.
Taking a deep breath, your friend gently placed her hands on your face, looking into your eyes. You could feel your pulse quicken as she approached. Despite the situation, there was something strangely comforting about her touch. "Just go ahead,"she murmured, inches from your lips.
Finally, your friend kissed you. It was brief but sincere. The world seemed to stop for a moment and you could feel your face heat up even more. When you broke apart, you both turned to look at the employee, who had her eyes wide and one of her hands covering her mouth.
Unexpectedly, she started having nosebleeds, a common trope among fans of GL (Girls Love) stories. She quickly grabbed a tissue, trying to contain her excitement. "Oh my God, that was... Wow, okay. You guys get the discount,"she stuttered, her face as red as yours probably was.
You and your friend exchanged a look of relief and triumph, suppressing your laughter as you gathered your food."That was dangerous,"your friend said, still feeling the lingering heat of the kiss on her lips.



