I will swear to protect the beauty with my life

"Wow, we've finally arrived! The renovation looks really nice!"

Maki Ikeuchi stood at the entrance of the restaurant, looking at it with great interest and as if she had never seen anything like it before. As she spoke, she turned to look at the side of the restaurant, where the Morioh cemetery was not far away.

"It's strange, why is it located next to a cemetery? It seems a bit eerie."

While Maki Ikeuchi was still in a daze, Fang Wuwei had already pushed open the shop door and walked in. Seeing this, Maki Ikeuchi didn't care about anything else and hurriedly followed him.

"Seriously, this restaurant is so out of the way... do people even come to eat here? It's clearly listed in the travel guide... so why is it so deserted?"

Maki Ikeuchi followed Fang Wuwei into the restaurant. She was taken aback when she saw that it was empty and there were no customers. Then she took out a booklet from behind her and carefully checked the address and photos of the store.

She couldn't understand why a restaurant listed in a travel guide would be located in such a remote place and have so few customers.

"But the decor is really nice!"

"Welcome, guests."

Hearing the commotion, the chef came out of the kitchen carrying a pot of water and smiled as he served the two distinguished guests.

The chef was clearly not from this country; he was a blond, blue-eyed, well-proportioned, tall white man with a very gentle and kind smile.

"Wow, foreigners! Looks like I'll get to eat authentic Italian food! I've never had real Italian food before! Wow, so cool..."

"What? Sister Shihua is an Italian chef. She even went to Italy for further training and almost became the head chef there. Don't say that in front of her."

"Cut~"

The chef came over, always smiling, and pulled out chairs for the two of them. His service attitude was impeccable; it's safe to say that every diner would give him extra points for it.

"My two guests can call me Tonio. I am a true Italian. I am very proud of my country and have been traveling all over the world, studying the cuisines of different countries and then incorporating them into Italian cuisine. So far, no guest has failed to be amazed by my dishes."

"I see~ Well then, just bring out some random dishes!"

Maki Ikeuchi knew nothing about foreign cuisine and didn't know what famous dishes were available. However, she had a big appetite and wasn't picky about food, so she could eat as much or as little as she wanted. Therefore, she didn't choose to eat anything at all.

Tonyo liked this kind of guest very much. In his opinion, it was a sign that the guest had confidence in his cooking skills, so he smiled and agreed.

"Morioh is a wonderful place with many farmers where you can buy fresh vegetables every day. The seafood and produce are also unparalleled. I love it here. I will use the ingredients I have prepared to make a healthy meal that you two can enjoy. Now, may I see your hands, my esteemed guest?"

"hand?"

Maki Ikeuchi paused for a moment, then stretched out her hand and looked at Fang Wuwei with some confusion.

"excuse me."

Tony leaned closer, took Maki Ikeuchi's hands in his hands and examined them carefully, then a look of surprise appeared on his face.

"Incredible, guest! Your body is so healthy! There's not a single ailment to be seen. You're as flawless as a newborn baby."

"Oh?"

"Excuse me... I can tell a person's physical condition just by looking at their hands. Usually, I will cook suitable dishes for the guests based on their physical condition and take care of their health. But this is the first time I have seen such a healthy body, without even minor problems like lack of sleep."

Tony suppressed his astonishment, poured two glasses of water for the two of them, and began to think.

Maki Ikeuchi is not a normal person after all. She has demon blood and studies magic. In addition, she was just treated by Marshiel, so she is now in excellent health. Tonio naturally cannot see anything wrong with her.

"In that case, sir, I'll just prepare some of my signature dishes for you... And this gentleman?"

As he spoke, Tony looked at Fang Wuwei and asked for his opinion.

“I’m healthier than her. As for the food, it’s up to you. Eat whatever you serve. If you’d like, I’d also like some tea.”

"Happy to help!"

Tony agreed in fluent Italian, turned and went back to the kitchen, while Maki Ikeuchi watched his back, letting her hands hang down naturally, swinging them aimlessly.

"That foreigner's accent is so interesting... Master, isn't that guy a bit strange?"

"Oh?"

Fang Wuwei was taken aback by Maki Ikeuchi's words and raised an eyebrow.

"What did you see?"

"No...not really..."

Actually, it was Maki who guessed. Judging from Fang Wuwei's attitude, this shouldn't be an ordinary shopkeeper. After all, with that knowing look on his face, there must be something special about him that Fang Wuwei should remember.

"The owner's name is Tony Torrasadi. He's a Stand user like Josuke and the others. His Stand is called [Pearl Jam]. His ability is to incorporate his Stand into dishes to heal the human body to a certain extent. The process... might be a bit grotesque."

"......"

Upon hearing this, Maki Ikeuchi remained silent for a moment, then picked up the water glass on the table and swirled it twice.

"So all he can do is make delicious dishes, right?"

"Correct."

Wow, that's a real treat!

That's what Maki Ikeuchi was thinking. Then, completely ignoring everything else, she picked up her water glass and drank it all in one gulp. Now, sitting here was a half-demon and a thunder god. Even if the other party poisoned them, they would have to think twice before trying to poison them.

"Wow, this water tastes pretty good."

"So it really is here."

The sounds of Tony cooking came from the kitchen, and just then, the wind chimes by the door rang as the door shook, accompanied by Shuo Yu's voice, which sounded somewhat lazy and relaxed at the moment.

After freshening up, Shuoyu and Maruhiel appeared at the door. Both were dressed in their casual clothes. Shuoyu wore a short-sleeved shirt, which looked very ordinary, but he still looked sunny and handsome thanks to his own temperament. Maruhiel, on the other hand, was dressed quite fashionably, and with her outstanding appearance, she was sure to stand out in the crowd.

Because Maki Ikeuchi was so fussy, wanting to buy everything she saw that looked delicious or fun, Shuoyu and Marushir, who had taken time to wash up and rest before walking, caught up with them in no time.

"Is it tasty?"

"How could you know before the food has even been served, Marushir..."

"Ah, are you two guests with these two?"

..................

"It tastes really good! Much better than what Sister Shihua makes. No wonder she's a true Italian!"

If Sister Shihua heard you say that, she might give you a hard time.

"Hmm... but it still doesn't taste as good as Ella's..."

The group of people were well entertained by Tonyo. After eating and drinking to their hearts' content, they left under his satisfied gaze. Although all the guests were in excellent health and his pearl jam had not served any purpose, his greatest ideal was to make the guests leave satisfied.

While Tony was clearing the dishes and table, Josuke Higashikata suddenly pushed open the door and entered, his face full of anger.

"Hey! Tony! Was there a white-haired woman eating here just now?!"

"Oh, Josuke! There was indeed a beautiful woman here just now. What's wrong?"

"I knew it! Where are they?!"

"gone."

"ha?!!"