Tokyo, there are too many defeated magical girls.

They clung together, their sweat mingling and fermenting to produce an even stronger, richer aroma.

In addition, this traditional oyako-yaki (chicken and egg yolk grill) is truly delicious.

Lin Chun's appetite was greatly stimulated.

Only after finishing every last bit did he lean back in his chair, satisfied, and let out a long sigh of relief.

— Confirmed, there are no problems with this izakaya.

I'm just waiting for tomorrow night to lure Magic Cherry Blossom in, and then I'll take my time and conquer her.

151. Having mistakenly entered the villain's izakaya, Lin Chun's unexpected hospitality was...

Magic Cherry Blossom followed closely behind Lin Chun, never leaving his side.

They were clearly using him as a mobile cover, afraid of being recognized by passersby.

Even when they walked into the alley, they were still like this, their timid and cautious appearance was inexplicably cute.

"We're here."

—Snap~

When Lin Chun stopped, the clueless little Chunying bumped her head directly into his back.

"Hmm?"

She raised her head cautiously, like a timid kitten.

The first thing that catches the eye is the sign for 【喜劳居酒屋】.

Next, looking down, you see the storefront of a small shop with very limited decoration and a sense of being outdated.

The warm orange light flowed quietly through the wooden sliding doors, creating a cozy atmosphere.

But Magic Cherry Blossom only felt nervous.

"Or... let's just forget about it..."

"Do you find this place unpleasant?"

"No, no, no, I just... um..."

She held the birthday cake in her left hand and nervously tugged at Lin Chun's clothes with her right.

—Today is indeed my birthday.

Originally, I just wanted to find a quiet, secluded place, like a hospital rooftop, to have a birthday cake with Mr. Chunnan.

The other person insisted on preparing a birthday party for me.

Moreover, it is said that several guests were invited.

"Really...no problem?"

Chunying lowered her voice and asked cautiously, as if she were about to cry from fear.

In response, Lin Chun turned around and patted her head, as if to wipe away all her worries and anxieties.

"Of course, no problem. This is my family's izakaya."

"Yes, but..."

"Everyone inside will welcome you, I promise you."

After Lin Chun finished speaking, he gazed into Chun Ying's anxious eyes until she calmed down completely and nodded gently.

Then, he slowly pushed open the wooden door.

What greets you is the aroma of yakitori mixed with sake, steaming hot and smoky.

“Welcome~”

Mizushiro Mieko, the izakaya proprietress with a neat ponytail, was the first to greet people from behind the counter.

Rinko Mizushiro, who was sitting on a chair nearby, immediately stood up and gave a cute bow.

"Welcome, Chunying-neechan~"

"Eh……"

Magical Cherry Blossom was stunned.

After all, there were just too many things about this izakaya that surprised her.

Behind and behind the counter stood two adorable girls who looked almost identical.

They all warmly welcomed her, instead of mocking or insulting her like other Tokyo residents.

It is especially worth mentioning that—

On the wall directly opposite him, there was a banner with handwritten calligraphy.

Happy birthday, Miss Magical Cherry Blossom!

To be honest, the scene was actually very rudimentary.

Compared to the kind of birthday banquets where rich girls book out the entire Michelin-starred restaurant, it's not even one ten-thousandth as grand.

However, it was precisely this simplicity that made Chunying feel the warmth of home.

"Let me introduce you."

Lin Chun took a step forward and stood between the two cute girls.

"This is my older sister, Mieko Sasaki; this is my younger sister, Rinko Sasaki."

He just finished speaking.

Mieko and Rinko bowed very politely.

The three of them standing together looked just like a happy family.

"We heard that it's Miss Chunying's birthday, and everyone is very enthusiastic and wants to celebrate with you."

"This this……"

Magic Cherry Blossom held the cake in both hands, her whole body trembling with excitement.

Her delicate, small nose was already adorably pink, and she kept sobbing.

Crystalline tears welled up in her eyes, as if they might fall at any moment.

Such a strong reaction was something Lin Chun and his team had not anticipated.

—It was as if Chunying had never been treated so gently before.

"thank you all!"

Finally, overwhelmed with emotion, Magic Cherry Blossom decided to bow deeply to express her gratitude.

But Lin Chun reached out and stopped her.

"Please wait a moment, there is still one important guest who has not arrived yet."

"Eh?"

Magical Cherry Blossom was very confused.

Just then, the sliding wooden door that had been closed was opened from the outside.

A young woman, dressed in a beige trench coat, wearing a baseball cap and a mask, still exuding star quality, walked in.

"Sorry, sorry, I'm late."

She had only just opened her mouth.

The familiar voice startled Magic Spring Cherry, causing her legs to buckle and she to kneel on the ground.

"Ms. Hatano! I'm so sorry!!!"

Without a second's hesitation, Chunying immediately adopted a dogeza (a traditional Japanese pub-style sitting posture) position, her forehead pressed against the greasy izakaya floor.

It would be fine if it were someone else...

Only Sakurada Hatano made her feel extremely guilty.

"That concert was all because of my incompetence; it led to your capture by the villainous organization! I'm so sorry!!!"

"Oh... I don't blame you at all, Miss Chunying, please get up."

Sakurada Hatano was startled.

He quickly bent down and helped Magic Spring Cherry up.

Looking directly into the other person's teary, pitiful eyes, like a little puppy, the expression on one's own face was also very complicated.

To be honest, I still feel a little guilty.

—This child is inherently stupid.