My girlfriend's mother turned out to be my stalker

So yes, this was new for me.

Being a translator was tough.

My English was good but there are some specific phrases that would be difficult to translate. There are idioms or cultural references that have no direct English translations.

There are horrifics as well, which are used to show the relationship between two people. In English, though, it’s the majorly name of the person directly mentioned or a Sir added to the name to show respect.

So yes, I have to be careful when translating the page so I don’t end up making awkward mistakes.

…but how am I supposed to focus when two ladies are leaning against me with their eyes affixed on my hands?

“Ah…can I get some space?”

“Mom, he needs you out,” Sumire spoke without a moment of hesitation.

“Ara, am I being a bother, Kei-kun?” Asked the lady leaning against me, her body pressing against my back and her hand on my shoulder.

I stiffened…this was bad.

But can I now tell them to go away?

Alright, let’s begin.

I looked through the page. It was from her novel, of course, and I could tell it was from the second volume where the main character finally reciprocated the feelings of his long-time follower.

I began writing the dialogues I read on the paper, trying to make them as smooth as possible.

I have read a few translated works before so I know the massive problem remains in the stiffness in translation. I wanted to remove that and make it appear as smooth as I could.

However, there were times when I got stuck.

“You don’t need to put the literal words there. Just use the meaning of the idiom rather.”

I nodded, thanking Ayumi-san for the help.

I know this was cheating, but the judge here was helping, so…it should be fine, right?

Maybe slowly I would learn this?

It took me an hour and all that time, neither of them left my side.

Once I was done I exhaled and looked at it.

As a reader…this surely would feel disappointing. Maybe if I had taken more time…no, this is the best I could do for now.

I turned towards them and found them smiling ear to ear.

“You did great, Kei.” Sumire clapped for me.

I was suddenly feeling embarrassed.

I soon vacated the chair before urging Ayumi-san, “Please check it.”

She nodded and stepped toward the chair.

“Ah~” she suddenly let out a sound which made me tilt my head,

“Is there something wrong?” I asked

Her cheeks were faintly red as she hurriedly shook her head, “N-No, everything is fine.”

She then started to go through the work.

She had already read most of it so she knew what she could expect.

It took her less than two minutes before she nodded, “It’s good.”

She turned towards me, her expression serious, “I would be honest with you. For someone doing the translation work for the first time, this is quite impressive, but there are a few areas you need to work on.”

My shoulders slumped in relief upon hearing her words. Her praise felt like I had succeeded.

But then, “Then please make a rational decision, Ayumi-san. I don’t want to work for you while learning. That will only hinder and increase your work.”

Ayumi-san sat down on the seat across from me.

I glanced at Sumire and she appeared anything but nervous.

I returned my gaze to the older Kirihara as I heard her saying, “You know my circumstances, Kei-kun. You know I don’t want to reveal my real identity to just anyone. So having you as the translator is a very big advantage for me. Yes, there would be problems, it would take longer than it should have with a professional but I am in no rush.”

She leaned forward and raised her hand.

It felt like she was going to hold my hand…but then she stopped.

With a nod, she said, “I would like you to work for me, Kei-kun.”

I glanced at Sumire…and found her grinning at me as she said, “What are you thinking? Just say yes.”

I smiled and got up.

Bowing before her, I said, “I might be a bit difficult to deal with, but please take care of me.”

….

I passed the test. Well, I somehow expected this since Ayumi-san was the one who offered me the job even without the test. But still, it felt quite good that I got this job.

She promised me the same wage I am getting currently and I would need to work for just three hours as well—flexible hours.

How good is that!

I can now remain on the team. I can spend extra time with Sumire as well. And I will continue to earn.

‘Haah~who could have thought that today’s meeting would lead to so many benefits.’

I lay down on the bed, with my hand behind my head—when suddenly, I heard my phone buzzing.

I took it from the table and checked it.

It was from the Sumire.

And her text made my eyes widen,

[Come and meet me in the washroom.]

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A/N:- Thanks for reading.