Everyone else also showed expressions of jealousy.
That old ghost Kitajo was truly cunning. He didn't have a son, but he did manage to snag an excellent son-in-law, making everyone incredibly jealous.
These most famous restaurants in Chinatown had been in a fierce, unspoken rivalry for decades, but none had truly been able to overpower the others.
However, such a situation would likely change very soon.
Everyone had just seen Satou's capabilities. Once he and Miyoko got married and he took over Kitajo Restaurant, with his abilities, he would surely elevate Kitajo Restaurant to new heights, leaving them far behind.
If only they also had such a beautiful and capable daughter.
Everyone thought this way.
Before, they used to mock Kitajo for not having a son, but now no one dared to joke about him like that anymore.
Even though he didn't have a son, he had a good son-in-law!
Seeing the envious, jealous, and hateful expressions of these old fellows, Hojo Head Chef burst into hearty laughter, feeling truly vindicated and utterly delighted today.
"I say, when do you plan to have the two of them marry and hand over Kitajo Restaurant?"
Hiroshi Tomita patted Hojo Head Chef's shoulder and asked jokingly.
The others also secretly pricked up their ears.
Hojo Head Chef, who had just been overjoyed, suddenly became dejected. He also didn't know when the two of them would get married!
Because looking at their progress, they seemed to be only slightly more intimate than ordinary friends at the moment.
Of course, such words couldn't be said at this time. Hojo Head Chef smiled slightly and said, "Well, the sooner the better, of course. Ideally, they'll get married right after graduation."
Miyoko Hojo, who was walking over with Satou, heard this and immediately blushed to the tips of her ears. She stamped her foot, calling out in embarrassment and annoyance, "Father! What nonsense are you talking about?!"
A hint of awkwardness flashed across Hojo Head Chef's face as he let out a dry chuckle.
Satou was also a bit speechless and said, "Uncle, if there's nothing else, I'd like to return to Far Moon."
It was already getting late. The Tsundere had already called him several times, asking when he would be back.
"Oh? Leaving so soon? You shouldn't have classes at Far Moon in the evening, right? Why don't you stay tonight? You can go to school with Miyoko tomorrow."
Hojo Head Chef was stunned for a moment, then urged, "I remember the room next to Miyoko's seems to be empty, right? You can sleep there tonight."
Hearing her father suggest that Satou sleep in the room next to hers, Miyoko Hojo's face flushed slightly, and she looked away, stammering, "Um, indeed, the room next to mine is empty. Satou, if you don't mind, it's fine."
"Yes, Satou, please have dinner at Kitajo Restaurant tonight."
"We haven't properly thanked you yet."
Several chefs and staff from Kitajo Restaurant also spoke up.
Thanks to Satou, Kitajo Restaurant had truly stolen the limelight today, making them feel vindicated as well, and their hearts were filled with gratitude for Satou.
Because of today's popularity, their business would surely be exceptionally booming for a while.
"I'd rather not."
Satou said with some difficulty.
"Satou, you don't have anything important at Far Moon, do you? It's really fine to stay for a night."
Hojo Head Chef continued to persuade him, trying to win an opportunity for his daughter.
"I should still go back."
Satou said, because he had a wife waiting for him at home.
"Alright then."
Seeing Satou's insistence, Hojo Head Chef could only sigh and gave his daughter a look, "Miyoko, see Satou off."
"Okay."
Miyoko Hojo nodded, and then the two went to the subway station together.
"Satou, thank you so much for today."
Walking on the road, Miyoko Hojo suddenly said.
"It's nothing. I was also very curious about this kind of event in Chinatown, so I came to see it."
Satou smiled and said.
Upon reaching the subway entrance, Miyoko Hojo still showed no intention of leaving.
"Miyoko, aren't you going back to Far Moon tonight?"
Satou looked at her in surprise.
Miyoko Hojo's face couldn't help but flush, and she stammered, "I thought about it and decided to go back to Far Moon after all, that way I won't have to wake up early tomorrow."
"Alright."
Satou nodded.
Then, the two of them took the subway for two hours and returned to Far Moon.
"See you tomorrow then."
Satou waved to Miyoko, bidding her farewell.
"That..."
Miyoko Hojo hesitated, then suddenly called out to him.
Satou turned around, looking somewhat strangely at the fidgeting Miyoko.
In his memory, this famous ice beauty had always been decisive and straightforward in her actions.
A blush appeared on Miyoko Hojo's beautiful face, her purple pupils gazed elsewhere, and she stammered, "Satou, do you still have those pets like Megumi's? I really like them. If possible, could you give me one?"
Looking at Miyoko, who was usually lively, outgoing, and good at sports, but now resembled a shy girl confessing to a senior, Satou felt very strange.
Huh, wait a minute, could this be Miyoko's... unconventional confession?
Satou couldn't help but consider this possibility, and inexplicably, his head started to ache, because he hadn't even sorted out Tadokoro Megumi's matter yet!
But the girl was now looking at him nervously, waiting for his reply, and Satou couldn't very well say he didn't have any left at this moment, could he?
"There are indeed a few left. If you like them, I'll give you one tomorrow."
Satou nodded and said. Perhaps she simply liked butterfly charm material?
"Really? That's wonderful."
Miyoko Hojo immediately breathed a sigh of relief, a joyful smile appearing on her face, and she waved to Satou, "Then, Satou, we'll see each other tomorrow."
Then, she moved her snow-white, rounded long legs and ran off.
After watching Miyoko Hojo's figure disappear into the teaching building, Satou also returned to his home.
As soon as he reached the door, he saw Happiny standing in front of it, anxiously looking around.
As soon as Happiny saw Satou, it cheered happily and ran back into the house.
"Oh? Is Satou back?"
Erina Nakiri's joyful voice came from behind the door.
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