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Since Akane’s interrogation focused all on Ame, Kaori and I were able to spend our time relatively peacefully. I really wonder how Akane was practically glowing at the end, while Ame was haggard with exhaustion.

“Owner~. I’ve secured a temporary part-time worker.”
“What are you saying out of the blue?”

Huh? Haven’t they mentioned before that since there’d be days when I’m out, the workload might get tough to handle? It would be inconvenient to have Misaki take my place every time it happens, so I was genuinely worried about it.

“If it’s someone you’re recommending, then they must be capable, right?”
“Nope, she’s a newbie to working in general.”

I’ve checked with Ame beforehand, but apparently she hasn’t had a part-time job before. So when I told her, ‘Why not experience work before you become a full-fledged member of society?’ she agreed to try.

“Are you sure this is a good idea?”
“We can just teach her the workflow. Appearance-wise, she has a dynamite body that might even cause the uniform of my size to pop a button flying.”

I’ve never worn the uniform here, though. I mean, who would wear a waitress uniform prepared half-jokingly for you? Ame’s chest should be one size bigger than mine, but I honestly don’t know if it’s enough to actually pop a button.

“Kotone. I’m still exhausted from last night, you know?”
“Regardless, working is part of life.”
“What a cruel world we’re in. Incidentally, do you remember that I’m in the middle of my summer break?”
“Summer break doesn’t exist for working adults.”
“We’re still students, you know!”
“?”
“Kaori—! Can I smack her?”

Student or not, you’re practically a working adult the moment you work a part-time job, aren’t you? As I reacted with confusion, Ame looked like she was about to pop a vein in anger.

“It’s pretty rare for Kotone to play the fool to this extent.”
“She was slightly eccentric even back then, but I feel like its gotten a lot worse. ”

That’s rude. I’m Ane and Ani’s hybrid. I’m no eccentric; Ani’s thought process is just cryptic most times. When I speak by instinct, there are even times when I can’t understand what I’m saying.

“But seriously, it’d be boring to just tour around your whole summer break, right?”
“Well, sure.”
“And you do agree that it’d be nice to experience the real world before you become a full-fledged member of society, right?”
“That’s true.”
“Here, you’d have co-workers that you’ve already been acquainted with, so wouldn’t it be the best place to gain experience?”
“I guess I’ll try working.”
“So easy!”

I know, right? She was so against it at first, but after that sloppy persuasion, she quickly agreed. As expected, I don’t plan on making her wear a tight uniform, so I guess I should have Misaki prepare one for fun.

And so, I managed to train her to be capable enough to work on the floor within the day. Additionally, Misaki delivered the requested uniform by evening. As usual, the twelve families are quick to respond to even the weirdest requests.

“Welcome. Allow me to guide you to a seat.”
“Why are the part-timers here all high-level in terms of appearance?”
“She’s a temporary worker, so please go easy on her.”

Since the regulars are also satisfied with her looks, they’re lenient about trivial mistakes. Either way, the regulars here are kind, so it really is ideal here for work experience.

“Ki-Kisarag… That person is?”
“Welcome, Nagatsuki. It’s unusual to see you coming here.”

I feel like it’s been a while since his first and last visit here. By the way, I’m not wearing a uniform. Isn’t it too late at this point?

“That doesn’t matter any more. Who is she?”
“She’s my childhood friend, Amelia. For a short period, she’ll be working here part time.”
“Amelia. Miss Amelia, is it…”

Ahh, I have a bad feeling about this. Straight to the point: that’s the face of love at first sight. Most everyone has fallen for Amelia’s charm, but Nagatsuki is the only one that is blatantly infatuated with her.

“For now, sit down. You’re in the way. Then order something to eat and go home.”
“Aren’t you acting impolitely to a customer?”
“I don’t want to treat people who are likely going to give me trouble as customers.”

The principal’s situation had just finally been resolved, and I don’t want to play love consultant ever again. Ani’s parting gift was more than enough. I don’t want to do this.

“Kisaragi. I have a once in a lifetime favor to ask of you.”
“Those words from the eldest son of the twelve families are extremely heavy.”

The weight behind it is on a different level. If it was from a regular person, you’d just hear it all the time. But coming from a member of the twelve families, you can absolutely trust it.

“And first of all, I’m in the middle of work.”
“Owner! May I borrow Kisaragi for a short while?”
“Sure thing.”
“Owner!”

I was immediately sold out. In reality, Kaori is also around as an assistant trainer, so we have a lot of people. Because of that, even if someone was idle, it wouldn’t affect the work flow.

“I can easily imagine what your favor is, but just to be sure, what is it?”
“Could you help me get together with Amelia?”
“Why are the men of the twelve families all cowards when it comes to love?”

Go and confess with a bang. And then crash down in flames. If you do that, someone might comfort you, and then you might develop a relationship with her. I’m not doing that, though.

“And it’s not like this is your first love to begin with.”
“Well, that’s…”
“Eh? For real?”

We’re around 17-18 years old now. You should have at least had a crush or two by now. However, don’t ask me about first loves. It’s a taboo.

“Sure, with her looks, I can understand falling in love with Ame…”
“So you do understand!”
“Calm down. When taking someone as your bride, them having a personality fit for the twelve families is important, don’t you think?”
“She’s your childhood friend, so I’m confident that she has an adequate personality.”

Like I would trust the words of someone who clearly fell for her appearance. I guess I’ll order something and bill it to Nagatsuki. With the current situation, he’d probably allow most things.

“We’ve been together during childhood, so I do think that Ame should be able to acclimate with the twelve families.”
“In that case—”
“However, I have no idea if you two would have good chemistry with each other.”
“I see…”

He’s visibly dejected, but I’m only pointing out the obvious. They haven’t even talked to each other before, so there’s no way to know if they’re compatible.

“Hey miss~, could you take our order?”
“Why are you the one ordering? By the way, is he your lover—”
“If you’re being serious about that, I’m ending our friendship.”
“Ah, oh, sorry.”

Seeing me cut her off, she looked at our faces before apologizing. It’s fine. With the current Nagatsuki, he wouldn’t feel down over something that small. Rather, he seems to be feeling nervous since Ame is close by.

“Coffee and shortcake for me. What about you, Nagatsuki?”
“Ah, ahhh… I’ll have the same.”

At least check the menu. This shouldn’t be a situation to be that flustered about. This isn’t good; he’s also a coward when it comes to love. Ani’s problem once again, huh.

“Orders confirmed~. Please wait for a moment.”

Now then, I guess I should give him my answer while Ame is away. I don’t really need to accept this request. There isn’t any merit to me, unlike with the principal’s case, and he doesn’t have dirt on me either. There won’t be any problem if I refuse.

“It’s bothersome, so no.”
“Well, it’ll be troubling if you don’t accept.”
“There he is, the scheming little brother.”

Since when were you sitting next to me? I didn’t notice him at all, so he might have acquired some kind of absurd skill. If it’s only the older Nagatsuki brother, I can still persuade… No, deceive him. With the younger brother around, I’m at a disadvantage.

“This is my brother’s biggest battle of his lifetime. If he fails here, there won’t be any other chance.”
“No other chance if he fumbles his first love; does your family have no intention of leaving heirs or something?”
“I mean, it’s my brother we’re talking about.”
“I see. That does make sense.”
“Stop talking like I’m not here.”

There’s no one on your side. However, there are people rooting for your love. So rejoice, Nagatsuki. Still, what do I do now? If I carelessly antagonize little brother Nagatsuki, it’ll likely spell more trouble. In that case, it might be much less exhausting to just accept.

“Just so you know, Amelia will only be in Japan during summer break. If you don’t at least exchange contact info with her in this time frame, you’re done for.”
“So the time limit is around one month. That’s rather hopelessly short.”
“I can do it if I try!”
“Then at least introduce yourself when she brings us the coffee.”
“Nonono, there’s no way my brother can do something that difficult.”
“Let me put my mind into order first.”
“You coward.”

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