Listening to Leonora Nakiri's words, Satou was a little speechless. What did she mean by 'Nakiri boy'? "We're not married yet."
Erina Nakiri's face also flushed, and she said softly.
"It's going to happen sooner or later anyway."
Senzaemon Nakiri smiled faintly and said.
Actually, Azami Nakiri seizing his Head Chef position wasn't something he cared much about; what truly worried him was whether Erina Nakiri would once again be dominated by her father's fear.
However, the night before last, seeing Erina Nakiri holding Satou's hand with a faint smile on her face, he knew his worries were unnecessary.
Although there seemed to be no change on the surface, deep down, Erina Nakiri had gradually reverted to the kind, smiling child she was when she was little.
And this change was brought about by Satou.
Hearing this, everyone looked over in surprise, and feeling their astonished gazes, Erina Nakiri's face couldn't help but turn even redder.
Because this was something her own grandfather had publicly promised the two of them.
"Nakamura, there's nothing left for you here; you may leave."
Senzaemon Nakiri once again issued an order for him to leave.
When Satou asked him to come to the Elite Ten Council that morning, he was also very surprised, not expecting Satou to expel Azami Nakiri from Far Moon so quickly.
Azami Nakiri was silent for a moment, but he also knew there was no point in him staying any longer.
He swept a cold gaze over Satou, originally thinking that after Satou became an Elite Ten, although implementing policies would be difficult, he could at least find a way, but he still didn't expect to be overthrown so quickly.
It took him a lot of time to convince Akikubo Momo to agree with him, but he only used one night.
Looking at his father's departing back, a hint of hesitation flashed across Erina Nakiri's face.
Although he had done bad things to her when she was little, he was, after all, still her father.
Father, thank you for your care over the years.
She said in her heart, then secretly glanced at Satou, her cheeks slightly flushed.
In the future, someone else will take your place by my side.
"That's wonderful! Lord Senzaemon, you're back as Head Chef again."
Kuga Terunori laughed heartily, appearing very happy.
Eizan Etsuya and the others seemed somewhat silent.
"Welcome back, Lord Head Chef."
Isshiki Satoshi also said with a smile.
"Although I've only been idle for a few days, after shedding the heavy burden, I feel a lightness I've never experienced before. Therefore, I think it's time for me to step down from my position."
Senzaemon Nakiri said, with his hands tucked into his sleeves.
"Oh, Lord Head Chef, what do you mean? You've just regained command with such difficulty, and you're retiring again so soon?"
Isshiki Satoshi was momentarily stunned.
"Are you planning to let the Nakiri of the International Department take over? Or Leonora Nakiri?"
Kuga Terunori also followed up with a question.
Senzaemon Nakiri smiled indifferently, said nothing, and turned to look at Satou, asking, "Satou, who do you think is more suitable?"
"Although from the perspective of qualifications and experience, my Uncle or Aunt would be more suitable, they hold important positions in the International Department."
Satou, of course, understood what he wanted to say, so he smiled and said, "So I think Erina should be fine."
"Huh? Huh!"
Erina Nakiri was bewildered for a moment..., then couldn't help but exclaim, "Let...let me be the Head Chef? This...this is impossible, right? I'll only be a second-year next year."
"I think you're very suitable, Erina, and there's no one else in the Nakiri family besides you."
Satou said with a smile.
"But isn't there still you, Satou-kun?"
Kuga Terunori leaned over and said.
"Hmm..., but we're not married yet, so I'm afraid we won't be able to convince everyone."
Erina Nakiri said in a small, shy voice, her face flushed.
"I think Satou is right."
Senzaemon Nakiri smiled faintly and said, "You have found something to rely on in your heart; you have grown up and are capable of standing on your own."
"Well, it's decided then!"
Leonora Nakiri patted Erina Nakiri's shoulder with a smile and said, "Erina-chan, if you find it troublesome later, you can let Satou take over."
"Hmm..., I...I understand, I will definitely work hard."
Erina Nakiri's face was flushed, and although she always felt it was inappropriate, she still accepted the heavy responsibility.
The others also didn't expect that both Azami Nakiri's abdication and Erina Nakiri's ascension would fill them with surprise, especially Eizan Etsuya, Nene Kinokuni, and the others.
On the way back.
"I really didn't expect it; Grandfather actually let me take over as Head Chef."
Erina Nakiri was still a little incredulous.
Seeing her like this, Satou couldn't help but secretly laugh, "How about it? Do you want me to pinch you to see if it hurts?"
Erina Nakiri glared at him angrily and said, "No need!"
"But speaking of which, Erina, you'll be the true Queen of Far Moon from now on, won't you?"
Satou thought for a moment and murmured to himself.
"Hmm...."
Erina Nakiri tilted her head and thought about it, feeling that it was indeed the case.
When they reached outside the entrance, she suddenly stopped.
Satou looked at this fellow in confusion.
She lightly coughed, and her face returned to its former haughty expression. She glanced at Satou and said indifferently, "Satou, aren't you going to quickly kneel at the entrance and take off your Queen's shoes?"
Satou's eyes narrowed, and he asked, "Erina, are you feeling mischievous again? Are you rebelling again?"
"Hmm...."
Erina Nakiri felt inexplicably guilty, stuck out her tongue, and her arrogant demeanor instantly vanished as she obediently knelt down at the entrance and said in a clear voice, "Satou, you're back! I'll help you take off your shoes."
"If we come back together in the future, you don't need to say 'you're back'."
Satou instructed.
"But life needs a sense of ritual."
Erina Nakiri lowered her head, feeling a bit wronged, and began to help him change his shoes.
Returning to the living room, Satou sat on the sofa, watching Erina Nakiri busy herself, pouring him tea and water, and preparing lunch. He nodded in satisfaction.
Even if the Tsundere became the Far Moon's master in the future, at home, he was still the head of the household.
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