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Shirakawa glanced at Mashiro, who was looking expectant, and chuckled to himself.
This girl never forgets her favorite foods, no matter when or where.
Now, she actually wants to cook for her every day.
10 I never expected that Zhen Bai would have the potential to be a heartless entrepreneur.
Shirakawa smiled gently and squeezed the two girls' soft little hands.
"Of course I will do what you say, but there are certain conditions."
"This is only for tonight, Mashiro, do you understand?"
"Oh."
Shiina Mashiro's face lit up with joy at first, then fell slightly.
"But it's okay, Shi can buy it for me later."
"You've got a clever little scheme going on, aren't you? You're really shrewd."
What is a "little abacus"?
Kasumigaoka Utaha smiled faintly, already knowing a little about the girl's way of expressing herself.
She explained, "Shi-kun said your little schemes and tricks have many meanings."
Shiina Mashiro paused for a moment, then said, "I didn't have any ulterior motives; I was just stating the facts."
She muttered softly, sounding slightly aggrieved, like a wounded kitten.
Shirakawa chuckled softly, helpless against the girl with puffed-out cheeks, and agreed.
"Next time, I'll buy you some more, okay, Jinbai?"
"Shiki, you're so nice."
Her temper flared up quickly, but it also subsided just as quickly, and she returned to her usual calm and composed demeanor.
Her eyes met his gentle smile.
Kasumigaoka Utaha pouted and said with obvious envy.
"Shiki-kun, I never knew you could be so gentle. You really dote on Mashiro-kun."
"Shiyu, are you jealous? I didn't expect you to be jealous of Zhenbai."
"It's not that I'm jealous, it's just that I'm afraid you'll do something outrageous."
Kasumigaoka Utaha, of course, wouldn't admit it; she rolled her eyes.
......
After several tens of minutes, having bought the groceries and walked for a few more minutes, I entered Kasumigaoka Utaha's house.
Kasumigaoka's house is a standard Japanese detached house, but it looks more spacious than most people's homes.
It also has a separate yard with several green trees planted in it.
It is a very comfortable and refreshing sight.
"Please come in, Shiki-kun, Mashiro-kun."
Taking off his shoes, Shirakawa pulled Mashiro to sit on the tatami mat in the living room.
"Shiki-kun, when are we going to start cooking?"
"I have so much confidence in Shiki-kun, but I'm also a little curious."
Kasumigaoka Utaha smiled broadly; she was indeed very interested.
The main purpose is not to satisfy one's own curiosity, but to feel satisfied because one can understand the other person better.
Shirakawa smiled and asked softly.
"that......"
"What is it, Shiki-kun? Please speak freely."
"But before that, Shiyu, could you please pour me and Mashiro a cup of tea?"
"After all, Mashiro ate cake before and hasn't drunk any water."
Shiina Mashiro's eyes flickered slightly, but she quickly regained her calm and composed demeanor.
"Okay, let's go now."
Kasumigaoka Utaha smiled somewhat embarrassedly; it was indeed her oversight.
I was secretly surprised at myself for not treating the other person like an outsider at all.
Does that mean that I am now...?
She doesn't seem to mind; she wants to become family with him and is willing to be his wife?!
Ugh... this thought is so embarrassing!!
Kasumigaoka Utaha was startled by her own thought.
Her eyes darted around, her face filled with shame and indignation. Afraid of being noticed, she quickly quickened her pace.
"Shi, this place looks pretty nice."
Shiina Mashiro glanced around, her voice soft.
"Does Mashiro like this (bhfh) detached house style?"
Shirakawa asked casually.
"No, because I saw many people along the way."
"Seeing some couples' poses suddenly gave me some new ideas about my paintings."
So that's what happened?!
Shirakawa was momentarily stunned, then didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
However, there was also amazement at Mashiro's dedication and seriousness towards painting.
Doesn't this mean that Mashiro was thinking about drawing all the time in her daily life?
Mashiro, with her unwavering devotion, is undeniably captivating.
Without realizing it, Shirakawa reached out his mischievous hand and ruffled Mashiro's little head.
"Is that so? If Mashiro still has any requests, please tell me."
"If there's anything I can do to help, I'll do it without hesitation."
The moment the words fell.
Shiina Mashiro's phoenix eyes narrowed slightly, as if a hint of a smile had flashed across them.
"Shi, you're so kind."
Her satisfied expression at that moment was just like that of a little girl who had just received a sweet candy.
After exchanging a few words about painting, Kasumigaoka Utaha brewed tea within minutes.
The teacup is elegant and small, emitting a delicate aroma of tea.
She carried several teacups and walked over with light, graceful steps.
That impeccable figure, with its captivating curves that leave one breathless, adds an undeniable allure.
"The tea is here. Shiki-kun, this is yours. This is Mashiro-kun, yours."
......
The lights were turned on one by one, thanks to Shirakawa's hands and Kasumigaoka's help.
Dinner was ready in an hour.
Kasumigaoka Utaha took a bite of grilled bacon and her face lit up with happiness.
"I never imagined that you could make such a simple baked bacon dish so delicious, Shiki-kun."
"Yes, Mashiro didn't expect that either."
Shiina Mashiro nodded expressionlessly and continued the conversation.
What was supposed to be a perfectly good compliment felt somewhat off to Shirakawa Shiki as he listened to Mashiro's praise.
Perhaps it's because of her fair complexion; that expressionless pink face doesn't seem like a compliment.
He shook his head and gave a faint smile.
"Shiha, Mashiro, since you think it's delicious, then don't leave any food behind tonight."
"Please, both of you, try your best to empty the food from your plates."
Upon hearing this, Kasumigaoka Utaha picked up her chopsticks with her small hands.
She placed it on herself, her glossy red lips poised in thought.
After a long while, she pouted her cherry lips slightly and said with an annoyed expression.
"Even though your suggestion is tempting, Shiki-kun, I will definitely control my food intake."