Chapter 45

まだ帰ちないよ (Mada kaechi nai yo, lit: Don't Go Home Yet) is the forty-fifth chapter of the Tensei Pandemic manga series.
==Plot==
As Hinata puts on the set of underwear, Kyousuke immediately recognizes it as one of his earlier designs. Ayaka admits that she grabbed it from his room on her way to the shoot. Kyousuke protests her intrusion, but Ayaka brushes it off, insisting that this is a perfect opportunity to showcase his talent.
Feeling a bit more at ease knowing that she's wearing something Kyousuke created, Hinata begins with the photoshoot. However, the photographer struggles to capture a satisfactory shot. Observing this, Kyousuke, feeling frustrated, tells his sister not to blame "Hinako" and criticizes his own work, believing it's not good enough to produce any decent photos. Ayaka, however, laughs in response, assuring him that his clothes already look like they were made by a professional. 
Ayaka then asks Kyousuke why he creates clothes. He answers that, like her, dreams of people around the world wearing his designs. She probes further, asking if he imagines the faces of the people he designs for. The image that immediately comes to Kyousuke's mind is his friend Hinata. Flustered, he explains that Hinata was simply the most fitting model.
Ayaka, slightly surprised but understanding, tells him that he has real talent. However, she points out that his work has been held back by feelings of shame and guilt, a reluctance to fully embrace dressing others in his designs. This resistance, she says, is transmitted to those who wear his clothes as well. She encourages Kyousuke to try to get rid of this feeling, and think about what she wants from the person wearing his clothes.
Encouraged by Ayaka's words, Hinata tells Kyousuke not to worry and to share his true feelings, reassuring him to think of her as that friend. Kyousuke, opening up, confesses that what he really wants is for that friend to always be by his side. Ayaka, satisfied with his answer, takes it quite literally — she instructs the photographer to place Kyousuke beside Hinata for the photoshoot. Kyousuke protests, but his sister insists that this is an important step to make sure he never forgets about his feelings. She reminds him that "Hinako" accepted this challenge because of him, and urges him to do it for her.
Kyousuke, still concerned that "Hinako" might be uncomfortable, refutes his sister, but Hinata once again reassures him that it's okay. Though Kyousuke doesn't quite understand the kindness he's receiving, the photoshoot proceeds. Ayaka watches, pleased to see Kyousuke stepping out of his comfort zone. Yet, she reflects that it's still not enough. She believes that true greatness in a creator's work happens when a creator opens their heart and the wearer fully accepts it, creating a mutual trust known as "love."
The photoshoot finally concludes, and in the changing room, Kyousuke thanks "Hinako" for the day, expressing his gratitude despite the sudden turn of events and acknowledging that he is happy with how it went. As he prepares to leave, Hinata grabs his shoulder, pleading with him not to go home just yet.
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