Business day
At the café we see Vinny talking to his new employee about handling the business; he then gets asked why he is the one handling the business and not his father. He replies with, "My father assigned me and trusts me with this business, and I will not let this opportunity pass me by, and I will not let his trust go in vain. I will also be guiding you all. Not to brag, but I also know how to handle not just business but also trading. I also have a lot of experience in e-commerce, so I think I am more capable of handling this business." The people were shocked to hear what the boy said, but what Vinny said reassured the people of the café and put their trust and loyalty in him.
The day goes by, and Vinny always tells the squad that he will not be joining the practice and that he needs to do something important for the time being. The squad agreed but was curious about what he will need to do. But they respect Vinny's privacy and do not ask what it is, but sometimes they are really curious to know what he is doing, and then finally someone asks.
(Japanese) (Hikari)
"Alright, harder and faster. You guys need to focus on your legs while also keeping your core active, and, Haruto?"
Haruto is thinking of something and can't focus on the practice.
(Japanese) (Hikari)
"Earth to Haruto!!!"
(Japanese) (Haruto)
"Yes!!?"
(Japanese) (Hikari)
"What were you thinking about? You're daydreaming again!"
(Japanese) (Haruto)
"Sorry, Hikari-san, I'm just wondering what Vinny is up to now and all. He's been distant lately, so I'm kind of worried."
(Japanese) (Hikari)
"Just let him be; he will open up sooner or later, don't worry."
(Japanese) (Ren)
"Well, why not just ask him? You know Vinny, he will not open up unless you ask him."
(Japanese) (Hikari)
"Well… fine, let's do it."
(Japanese) (Hikari)
Hey Vinny, are you free now? We want to ask you something.
(Japanese) (Vinny)
/Sorry guys, I'm busy as hell, and I have to go. You guys can go to **** at this location. You guys can meet me here if you guys want to ask something, but for now I have to get going. Bye.
(Japanese) (Ren)
"Guess that will answer our question, will it not?"
(Japanese) (Hikari)
"Yeah, yeah, alright everyone, let's go to the place Vinny told the chat."
The squad then goes to the place Vinny told the group chat about when they arrive.
(Japanese) (Shin)
"so we have arrived at a café? "
(Japanese) (Kuro)
"Yeah?"
(Japanese) (Ren)
"Let's just go inside."
*All of them go inside.
(Japanese) (Nozomi)
"Good evening, welcome to Hoshizora Café!"
(Japanese) (Hikari)
"Table for 5, please."
(Japanese) (Nozomi)
"This way, please!"
Nozomi (service crew and a part-timer) led them to their table.
(Japanese) (Ren)
"So, uhm, what do we do now?
When they sat, Nozomi had already given them a drink (3 lattes, one cappuccino, and one Americano).
(Japanese) (Hikari)
"Sowe don't order yet."
(Japanese) (Nozomi)
"Oh, this was given by the boss, and he said that he will be out in a minute; he will just have to balance the balance sheet, so please wait for a moment and enjoy the coffee."
*Nozomi then left.
(Japanese) (Hikari)
"Boss!? Don't tell me!"
(Japanese) (Vinny)
"Why do you always have to shout? (Dress with long sleeves that fold all the way to his arms, with black slacks while wearing an apron to his lower body)
(Japanese) (The 5)
"Vinny!!"
(Japanese) (Ren)
"So, you own a café now and did not even tell us?"
(Japanese) (Kuro)
"You're a business man now?"
(Japanese) (Haruto)
"So cool!!!"
(Japanese) (Vinny)
"Well, I am planning on telling you guys about this, but I have to improve the café first, so I kind of forgot to tell you guys. Sorry about that."
(Japanese) (Hikari)
"Hush now, you give us free drinks, so I guess it's even."
(Japanese) (Vinny)
"Thanks, I've made them myself, so please help yourself."
The squad then hangs out at Vinny's café. Vinny also tells them that he will not be practicing with them for the time being because of the business, but he promises that he will get back to practice once he's done, and he also explains to them about how he gets the café. After everyone has their fun, they say goodbye to Vinny and leave to practice some more before going home.
We go now. The next morning it's Sunday morning, and Vinny and I are going to the café to do some work. As always, he gets his bike and rides to the street with a breeze of wind hitting his face. A refreshing morning greets him; when he gets to the store, he then greets his employees and proceeds to organize the supplies and count them. Vinny also knows accountancy, so he is the one recording the supplies, sales, and losses. After he's done, he then works as a barista at the counter.
(Japanese) (Takumi)
"Boss, do you have a moment?"
(Japanese) (Vinny)
"Yeah, I've just finished the last order. So, what's up?"
(Japanese) (Takumi)
"Well, we have a new applicant that wants to join the service crew. She also likesto apply for just a part-time job; she is in the office as we speak."
(Japanese) (Vinny)
"Alright, thank you for the update; I will be going there."
Vinny then goes to the office and is surprised to see Akari there, while Akari is also surprised to see Vinny.
(Japanese) (Vinny)
"So you want to apply for this job, huh?"
(Japanese) (Akari)
"Wait, you own a business!!?"
(Japanese) (Vinny)
"Why is everybody so surprised? Anyways, yes, I am; this business was given to me, or I was appointed to handle it by my father."
(Japanese) (Akari)
"Oh, okay, that makes sense."
(Japanese) (Vinny)
"Why are you looking for a job, though? I will need your resume, but I will just ask you why because of our policy and all, and for the record, I already knew you—well, kind of, but still—so I will not really need the resume; I will just be needing it for the papers."
(Japanese) (Akari)
"Well, I need to help my parents out and all; I will also need some extra income to save up for college."
(Japanese) (Vinny)
"Well, reasonable. Okay, then, you're hired, but you start tomorrow afternoon at 4:00pm. Are you good with that?"
(Japanese) (Akari)
"Yes, I'm okay with it."
(Japanese) (Vinny)
"Good, now your schedule will be 4:00pm to 9:00pm; that will be 5 hours of work. You will be assigned to be a service crew, and Akihiro will be teaching you what you will need to learn. Your uniform will be here tomorrow; just chat your size to the group chat when I add you later on."
(Japanese) (Akari)
"Thank you very much!"
(Japanese) (Vinny)
"You're very welcome; looking forward to working with you."
(Japanese) (Akari)
"Likewise!!"
To be continued…