"Erina, what are you giggling about? It's time to get up."
Suddenly feeling a push, Erina Nakiri opened her eyes somewhat bewildered, only to see Satou already dressed and reminding her to get up.
"Uh, okay."
Waking up from her beautiful dream, Erina Nakiri was a little dazed and quickly got up.
"What were you giggling about just now? Saying things like 'this empress' and 'male consort', are you trying to rebel?"
Satou glanced at her sideways and asked.
"Uh, nothing."
Erina Nakiri, who was getting dressed, inexplicably blushed, feeling a little guilty.
"The blanket, fold it neatly, and don't forget to wash the clothes you change out of, got it?"
Satou reminded her while opening the door.
"...I got it."
Looking at the reality so different from her dream, Erina Nakiri silently wiped away a tear, saying with full humiliation.
"I'm going to make breakfast, what do you want for breakfast?"
Satou asked.
"...Whatever."
Today's breakfast was sweet and sour Strawberry Rice, plus slightly pan-fried jelly fish. Satou also made some for Tohru and Kanna. After breakfast, the two walked towards the campus.
Today was Erina Nakiri's official inauguration day, and she had to give her inaugural address.
"Achoo!"
Erina Nakiri suddenly sneezed.
"What's wrong with you? Are you sick?"
Satou asked with concern, handing her a tissue.
Erina Nakiri glared at him irritably. If he hadn't insisted on pulling her naked into the bathroom for a speech rehearsal last night, she wouldn't have caught a cold.
"Speaking of which, Erina, you're the Head Chef now, don't you have a Head Chef uniform or something?"
Satou looked at the school uniform she was wearing, saying with a hint of regret.
"The Head Chef doesn't have a uniform.
Are you thinking something strange again?"
Erina Nakiri glared at him irritably.
"Nothing.
I just think it's a bit of a shame."
Satou shook his head. If there was a Head Chef uniform, just thinking about it was exciting! Erina Nakiri's face immediately turned red.
Walking to the place where the opening ceremony was held, a high platform had already been set up.
Below the stage sat Totsuki's partners, Instructors, and invited media reporters.
Moreover, the inaugural speech would be live-streamed to all students.
Looking at the grand scene, Erina Nakiri was a little nervous. She secretly held Satou's hand, her small hand covered in cold sweat.
"It's okay, don't worry.
Didn't you already rehearse in front of me yesterday?"
Satou patted her hand, comforting her.
At this moment, Alice Nakiri, Yukihira, Tadokoro Megumi, and others walked over. In addition, there were also Kobayashi Rindo and other Elite Ten members. They greeted Satou and Erina.
"Miss Erina, don't be nervous during the speech."
Tadokoro Megumi's face showed a gentle smile.
"Hmm, Erina will be fine. She's already rehearsed many times in front of me yesterday."
Satou nodded and said,
Beside him, Erina Nakiri's face inexplicably flushed.
"Huh? What's wrong, Miss Erina?"
Yukihira Soma looked at her curiously.
"Um... it's nothing."
Her face still red, she replied.
She couldn't very well tell everyone that she had rehearsed naked in front of Satou, could she? At that moment, the host, Kawashima Rei, announced: "Next, please welcome the new Head Chef to deliver the inaugural address."
The venue instantly fell silent, the atmosphere heavy as lead.
Erina Nakiri couldn't help but feel nervous, her small hand instinctively tightening its grip on Satou's hand.
"Don't be scared. You weren't nervous yesterday when you had no clothes on, so there definitely won't be any problems this time."
Satou leaned close to her ear and whispered.
Erina Nakiri's face immediately turned beet red. She shot him an embarrassed and annoyed glare, but after a moment's thought, she realized he had a point. So, she stepped forward and walked onto the stage.
Reaching the stage and looking at the countless faces below, Erina Nakiri, for some reason, suddenly became calm and began her inaugural address.
"I am Erina Nakiri, entrusted by the former Head Chef, Lord Senzaemon, to serve as the new Head Chef.
"As everyone knows, some unfortunate events occurred a few days ago, plunging Totsuki into brief chaos. Fortunately, however, one Totsuki student demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills, earning the recognition of the Elite Ten and steering the campus back onto the correct path..."
"Haha, that person she's talking about... is you, isn't it, Satou?"
Yukihira Soma couldn't help but laugh and ask.
"Ah, thinking back on the past few days, it really feels like a dream, with so much happening."
Eishi Tsukasa sighed. He never expected that within just a few days, the Head Chef position would change hands twice in succession, which had hit him hard.
"Speaking of which, Satou, how did you manage to win over Akikubo's approval? Was it really exceptional interpersonal skills?"
He inquired.
Nene Kinokuni and the others also looked over, feeling very curious.
"You're overthinking it. How could this junior possibly have something like that? It must be exceptional bribery skills."
Kobayashi Rindo couldn't resist quipping.
Akikubo Momo, who had been eating candy, suddenly blushed, a rare hint of awkwardness appearing on her face as she somewhat guiltily turned her head away.
Erina Nakiri's speech was very successful. As soon as she finished, applause broke out from the audience below.
"The new Head Chef is young, but she seems very capable."
"Yes, she gives off an excellent impression."
Many people praised her, showing great recognition for this... Head Chef.
After finishing her speech, Erina Nakiri walked over to where Satou was.
"The speech was a great success."
Eishi Tsukasa patted his chest. "If I had to stand in front of so many people, I'd definitely faint."
"Thank you."
Erina Nakiri couldn't help but smile.
"Well, after all, Erina had rehearsed many times in the bathroom before."
Satou nodded beside her. After saying this, he suddenly noticed everyone was looking at him.
"Bathroom?"
Yukihira Soma asked.
Erina Nakiri's face immediately turned red enough to drip blood, and she couldn't help but secretly pinch Satou.
Originally, they were supposed to have lunch together, but due to having just taken over as Head Chef, she had to deal with many media interviews. It wasn't until after 2 PM that Satou finally saw her in the Head Chef's office.
"So tired.
My feet are sore from standing all morning."
As soon as she entered the Head Chef's office, Erina Nakiri directly sat down in the chair, furrowing her delicate brows and rubbing her feet.
"Do you want me to massage them for you?"
Satou asked.
"Mm..."
Erina Nakiri's face flushed again. She felt quite shy about having Satou massage her feet in the Head Chef's office, but after thinking it over and realizing there were no outsiders inside, she nodded.
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