Tokyo, there are too many defeated magical girls.

Having already apologized for the matter, Rinko Mizushiro weakly echoed the sentiment.

Looking down from Lin Chun's elevated position—

Both backs, pure and flawless, displayed an attitude of complete obedience.

A floral apron paired with a Japanese-style izakaya (Japanese pub) really gives one the illusion of a feast for the eyes.

He almost forgot the mission of his inspection.

"Cough cough."

He forced himself to keep his mind calm.

Tomorrow is the birthday of [Magical Girl Cherry Blossom].

I plan to treat her well here, hoping to take our relationship to the next level and hopefully make it a done deal.

The entire plan wouldn't have been possible without the help of the izakaya owner.

However, Mizuki Mieko's current behavior is making Lin Chun really uneasy.

"Mieko..."

"exist!"

"I already told Rinko to tell you, right? The fireworks summer festival is over."

"No, no, no, that's because you're so magnanimous, sir, but I still have to apologize!"

After Mizuki Mieko finished speaking, she stood up straight.

After being carefully transformed by the Dark Elf, her slender figure, regained to its youthful state, exudes both girlish charm and mature allure.

The blue and white floral apron only barely blocked the pressure from the front.

Even the slightest movement would produce a slippery sound, clearly indicating that the other side was already soaked in sweat.

She was like a big white cat eagerly awaiting a cat treat, her eyes shining as she waited for her owner's favor.

The little white cat on the other side imitated the pose, its cheeks inevitably turning red.

"..."

With a silent gaze, Mizuki Rinko pleaded with Lin Jun to nod in agreement.

Otherwise, no one can guarantee what crazy things Mieko might do out of guilt.

"Alright then, you'll apologize to me with delicious food."

Lin Chun snorted coldly and bent down.

He reached out his right hand, grabbed Mieko's chin, and forced her to lift her delicate and charming face.

Even his eyes were filled with deep affection; his gaze was like a sponge that could absorb water with just a little pressure.

If you don't look closely, you can tell that she is no different from Rinko.

"Tomorrow I will be hosting a distinguished guest here—Miss Mieko. Now let me see your culinary skills."

"Yes, sir! I will certainly satisfy you!"

Mihoko clenched her fists and nodded vigorously.

Although she is the eldest daughter of a prestigious family...

But in reality, the Shuicheng family had already completely declined when she was seven or eight years old.

With her finances deteriorating and maids and cooks being laid off one after another, she seized the opportunity to learn many domestic skills.

—This includes cooking skills.

She used to cook for her father, and later she cooked for Rinko.

Over time, Mizuki Mieko's cooking skills far surpassed those of the average izakaya owner.

She said confidently:

"Sir, let me cook your best dish."

"Oh? What is it?"

"Oyako-yaki" (chicken and egg skewers).

"……what?"

Lin Chun rubbed his face with his right hand, which was in a cast.

Their gazes involuntarily swept over both members of the Shuicheng family, taking them all into their field of vision.

—It's probably just that I'm overthinking it.

In Japanese cuisine, "oyako" simply means using eggs and chicken together—a form of dark humor.

In conclusion, what Mihoko wanted to taste was probably chicken wrapped in fried egg.

"Go ahead and make it, I'm waiting to eat."

"Yes!"

Mieko immediately stood up and pulled Rinko up as well.

Regardless of whether the other party agreed or not, they forcibly pulled them to the cooking area behind the counter.

Mizushiro Rinko had no choice but to help out.

The two people, one on the left and one on the right, began preparing the different components of the oyako-yaki (parent-child yakiniku).

Yumiko was in charge of cooking the chicken breast, and Rinko was in charge of frying the eggs.

The simultaneous firing of the fire caused the already poorly ventilated Japanese-style izakaya to suddenly experience a rise in room temperature.

The atmosphere is still warm and inviting at night, but it's midday now, the hottest time of day.

The two people from the Shuicheng family, who were closest to the gas stove, were naturally the first to be affected by the heat.

Their fair skin, equally flawless, was overflowing with sweet, hot sweat, which quickly trickled down their backs.

Not only is the surface crystal clear, but it also reflects the flames of the gas stove, creating a rich, smoky aroma that makes it taste even better.

Before long, the chicken breast and egg crepe were ready.

—And now comes the most wonderful part.

Mieko and Rinko stood together and began to combine the two fragrant ingredients.

Chicken breast is wrapped in an egg crepe, then drizzled with sizzling egg sauce and served with various condiments.

During this process, both parties' skin, soaked in sweat, will inevitably stick together in some places.

Both are sweat that is extremely hot and fragrant, and thus they merge and ferment together.

Using the residual heat from the gas stove, the aroma of the oyako-yaki (chicken and egg yolk barbecue) was completely suppressed.

Just smelling it made Lin Chun's appetite hard to resist.

"Please serve it quickly, I can't wait!"

"It's done, but it's a little hot..."

"I want to eat it while it's hot."

"As ordered..."

Mihoko placed a full serving of steaming hot oyako-yaki (chicken and egg stew) in front of Lin Jun.

Rinko followed.

Both of them were equally considerate; considering that Lin Chun's hands were in casts, they both picked up spoons without prior arrangement.

Each of them scooped out a small piece of oyako-yaki and offered it to Lin Chun's lips.

They only realized what was happening when the spoons bumped together.

"Huh? Rinko, I can feed the master by myself."

"No, no, no, taking care of Lin Chunjun is my duty."

Even at a time like this, they were still engaging in meaningless competition, each wanting Lin Chun to be the first to eat from their spoon.

Even if they all contain the exact same thing...

The next second, Lin Chun opened his mouth wide and swallowed it all at once.

Let your tongue be embraced by two fragrant and delicious ingredients.

"Mmm, it's very fresh and delicious. Oyakoyaki is definitely the best."

"Thank you, that's kind of you..."

"Woo..."

Mieko and Rinko turned their blushing faces away simultaneously.

Something felt off, but thankfully the counter provided some cover, otherwise I would have been really embarrassed.