When I reincarnated in the world of a gal game, I had memories of all the heroines being conquered, and it turned into a chaotic situation... - Chapter 20
In the early morning, in kitchen at 5 o’clock, Himeno was stirring cream in a bowl.
“The sight of young people working hard is really moving,” The shop owner said, and I nodded in agreement to his words.
“Yeah.” I added with a bow. “I’m sorry for asking about how to make cassata.”
“It’s okayI bought too much in a hurry, so there’s plenty of leftover ingredients!”
And then he said, “It’s not a story that makes you cry, wanting to feed your mom. She worked late last night, and she’s been working hard since early this morning. It’s a story that makes you ineligible as an adult if you don’t support her.”
His kind words naturally made my head bow.
“So, when is Himeno-chan’s mom going to show up?” he asked.
“I asked a little while ago, but she doesn’t know,” I replied.
“I see. Well, it’s okay if she comes now. As for Himeno-chan, whether it’s good muscle tone or quick comprehension, she seems to have gained various experiences. She feels like someone who knows how to deal with things to make them work well.”
“So, will we be able to serve something delicious safely by today?”
“Yeah, I can confidently recommend it.”
“That’s good. It’s reassuring that we can satisfy the head of the Yukishiro family, who has enjoyed fine dining in luxurious restaurants.”
“Huh? Oh, r-right. If we can serve something even better here, it might even become the preferred choice for the Yukishiro family, or rather, we can’t serve something mediocre… H-Himeno-chan! The cream!”
The shop owner suddenly panicked and started guiding Himeno to make the best out of her.
With some free time on my hands, I left the kitchen and started cleaning.
As I mopped the floor, I reflected on the events of yesterday.
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“Let’s have your Mom see Himeno’s growth.”
“Huh? What about it, Riku?”
“For now, I want to talk a little more. Is that okay?”
Himeno remained silent without saying anything, but after a while, she nodded slightly and instructed the driver to come pick her up again. Since my ride from the academy had just arrived, I asked them to leave as well.
When it was just the two of us, we entered back into the store.
“Welcome. Oh? Didn’t you go home?”
“Yeah, we postponed our departure for a while. Can we use the seats in the back as customers?”
“Of course! Two coffees, right?”
“Yes, please,” I replied, and the cups were quickly brought to us.
“Well then, take your time.”
As the shop owner retreated to the back, the only movement in the store, aside from the steam rising from the cups, ceased. There was tension between the two, and Himeno timidly inquired.
“Um, Riku? ‘Let’s have your Mom see the grown-up Himeno.’ What do you mean by those words?”
“Just as it sounds. Let your Mom see how grown-up and reliable you have become.”
“I, um… right now, I’m even afraid for Mom to see me, right?”
I nodded firmly to the anxious Himeno.
“Yeah, I heard that. But, are you planning to avoid it forever?”
“Well…”
Himeno seemed about to say something but closed her mouth. Perhaps because she couldn’t assert it definitively, as there might be a possibility of continuing it forever, even if she might stop someday.
“I don’t plan to talk for too long, so let me ask. Himeno, how do you want to be?”
She probably understood the meaning accurately. Himeno answered without delay.
“Of course, I want to get along with Mom. If there’s a chance to interact with Mom like a parent and child, I can’t help but dream about it.”
But… Himeno continued.
“To gain something, you have to give up something. If I want to succeed as the next family head, I have to give up my relationship with Mom. I understand that.”
Himeno’s smile was fleeting and fragile. The flame in my heart gained more momentum when I saw her sad expression, making me even more determined to make this meeting successful.
“To gain something, you have to give up something. That’s true. But, is that something you plan to keep avoiding forever?”
“That’s…”
Himeno was about to say something but closed her mouth. She probably couldn’t assert it because even if she might stop someday, there was a possibility of continuing it forever.
“I won’t let this drag on, so let me ask you. Himeno, how do you want to be?”
A silent moment arrived. It lasted for a while, but Himeno’s trembling voice broke the silence.
“E-Even if it’s n-not desired, I… I tried my best!”
With teeth clenched, she spoke those words from the bottom of her heart.
“I want Mom to praise me for becoming someone admirable! I want her to pat my head and say, ‘You did well!’ I want her to pamper me like a child and hold me tight!”
Yet!… Himeno continued.
“It’s painful that even though I worked so hard, my efforts are not accepted, and instead of being wanted, they only hurt me even more!”
I scooped up the tears overflowing from Himeno’s eyes with my index finger.
“Thank you, Himeno, for saying your thoughts clearly.”
I continued with a gentle smile.
“Leave it to me, I’ll repair the relationship between you and your Mom.”
“How are you going to do that?”
“It’s okay; I have a plan. Well, leave it to me, although I say that, mainly, Himeno will have to take action. Is that okay?”
Himeno nodded silently.
Now that I have her consent. It is decided, let’s convey the plan.
“Thank you. Now that everything is set, first, let’s make sure you can make a delicious cassata.”
“Understood. But why?”
“I want your Mom to see the grown-up you. Just seeing the appearance of a waiter is enough, but let’s have your Mom eat a delicious dessert made by you. I want her to see that you’ve become able to make such delicious things.”
The real intention is different, but I didn’t say that. I want Himeno to seriously tackle making cassata.
“Understood. I want Mom to eat something handmade, hear from her that it’s delicious, and that she wants to eat it again next time.”
Since she didn’t inquire deeply, Himeno probably realized that there must be another intention but chose to believe me.
“All right, let’s ask the shop owner to teach us how to make Cassata. I’ll inform you of other things as needed.”
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As I reflected on our conversation, engaged in cleaning and miscellaneous tasks, the bright sunlight streamed into the store.
When I checked the clock, it was already close to 7 o’clock. It’s almost time to open up.
“Riku.”
I turned around when I heard my name, and there was Himeno, holding a plate.
Exhaustion was evident on her face. She had been concentrating without much rest since yesterday, tirelessly creating her masterpiece. Well, fatigue does show on the surface even if you are regarded as a superhuman by others.
“Cassata is ready. Would you like to taste it?”
I nodded, sat at a nearby table, and tasted the Cassata she served.
“How is it?”
“…Delicious.”
Even compared to what was served yesterday, it was genuinely delicious without any flattery. It looked good, and it could easily be served in a high-end restaurant.
“I’m glad. Do you think my mother will like it too?”
“Yeah, I’m sure she will.”
As I said that, Himeno smiled genuinely.
“I asked earlier, but did your aunt say she would come?”
“I don’t know.”
“I see. Well, all we can do is hope she’ll come.”
“Yeah, that’s true.”
As we had such a conversation, the owner called out to us.
“Riku-kun, Himeno-chan, it’s almost time to open!”
I stood up, holding the empty plate.
“Well, let’s do our best.”
“Yeah, let’s do our best.”
And so, the part-time job on Saturday began!
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