People in Zongman: My Dimensional Cuisine

Yakumo Ran said blankly, "Everyone's so serious today. I can guarantee that every word I say comes from the heart, and I'm absolutely telling the truth."

Yumeko Jabami nodded and said, "I can guarantee that too. After all, we're being so serious, there's no room for jokes."

Gurefia said softly, "I...don't lie."

Jinx snorted and said, "Jinx never lies! Jinx never regrets what she says!"

Kobayashi Rindou nodded and said, "Very good. Within these ten minutes, we need to get our makeup done, discuss things, and confirm your attitudes. I'm giving you time to consider, but it's not unlimited. So think it through before you speak. Once you've said it, there's no going back, understand?"

"Yeah!" x4

Yakumo Ran nodded and said, "Rindan, go ahead and tell us. We're all prepared."

Kobayashi Rindou nodded, breathed a sigh of relief, and said, "I need your most honest answer: Do you like Shiraha?"

Everyone froze at the question. Kobayashi Rindou didn't say anything, which was within her expectations. Kobayashi Rindou just crossed her arms and quietly looked at the four people in front of her, which was why the four people had such expressions.

Just as Gurefia was about to speak, she heard Kobayashi Rindou say softly, "Remember, for these ten minutes, you can only tell the truth, understand? Don't try to be arrogant with me now. Every word you say will determine your future, understand?"

Griffia fell silent. All four of them stared at Kobayashi Rindou with flushed faces. Just as Yakumo Ran was about to speak, she heard footsteps and then saw Baphomet walking over carrying a makeup bag.

"Baphomet, here you are. You can start applying makeup now. I'll touch up the makeup on these four people. Sit still, all of you, understand?"

All four of them nodded blankly. Baphomet, holding a lip gloss, said, "Lip gloss is definitely the best for getting better lighting, it's so shiny."

"Yes, that's true. So, if you four have thought it through, then nod. Mengzi, sit down. Let me touch up your makeup first. You don't really need much makeup touch-up anyway."

"Um....."

Watching Kobayashi Rindou touch up Jabami Yumeko's makeup, the three of them were at a loss for words. Their hearts were in turmoil, or perhaps their hearts were racing.

Baphomet, holding a makeup brush, said softly while applying it to his face, "You four, don't be nervous. Just say what you think. If you like it, nod; if you don't, shake your head."

"But think it through. Once you've said it, there's no going back. This will determine your happiness for the rest of your lives. Think it through. Nodding will make the conversation much more relaxed. Shaking your head will end the conversation, but you'll still be family. So don't be nervous."

Kobayashi Rindou nodded and said, "Yes, Baphomet is right. So, you four should think it over carefully. But because of time constraints, I'll give you three minutes. I think if you like it, three minutes is enough to overcome your shyness and be honest. If you don't like it, you won't even need three minutes, right?"

Kobayashi Rindou and Baphomet remained silent, continuing to touch up their makeup. Jabami Yumeko and the other three fell into silence. Kobayashi Rindou was a frequent makeup user, and her makeup application was quick and steady. Jabami Yumeko had already finished touching up her makeup.

The four remained silent. After Baphomet finished touching up his makeup, he took his cosmetics and ran to touch up Grefia's makeup, while Kobayashi Rindou touched up Yakumo Ran's makeup.

"How's it going? Have you thought about it?"

Yumeko Jabami tilted her head and said, "What I really want to know is why you specifically chose today to ask us this question, Rindou-nee? And why did you even set a time?"

"This is not something you need to know right now. Just give me the answer. I don't think it's difficult, especially for you. The fact that Kirari chose you to come along and will let you know a lot of things speaks volumes."

Yumeko Jabami sighed and said, "Rindou-nee, I'm still a bit shy... So, what are your answers? I think if you all have the same answer, we can say it together, and it will make the rest of the conversation go more smoothly."

Gurefia sighed and said softly, "Do we really need an answer today?"

"Yeah." x2

Yakumo Ran also whispered, "Hmm...it seems very serious, but if that's the case..."

Kobayashi Rindou looked at Jinx, who was blushing and looking down, and chuckled, saying, "Speak up, your answer. This is an answer that will determine your future, because if you answer wrong, you'll regret it for the rest of your life."

"Phew... together?"

None of the three spoke. Yumeko Jabami nodded and said, "Yes! I like Mr. Shiraha!"

Kobayashi Rindou glanced at the other three people. Yakumo Ran nodded, her face flushed, clenching her fist. Grayfia blushed and breathed a sigh of relief, not denying it, but this was the best answer. Everyone looked at Jinx.

Just as Kobayashi Rindou was about to speak, a very soft voice came from behind...

"Um...."

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Chapter 272 Jabami Yumeko's Confession: Even a Madman is a Woman (Please Subscribe~)

The atmosphere in the pavilion suddenly became strange. Baphomet said with a smile, "Oh, Gentian, how is this result different from what you expected?"

Kobayashi Rindou said softly, "There is no difference, because I knew it from the beginning. But since that's the case, let's get down to business. All four of you, tell me why."

Ran Yakumo paused for a moment and said, "Eh?! I need to explain why?!"

Kobayashi Rindou nodded and said, "Of course, there is no love without a reason, nor is there hatred without a reason. All four of you are very shrewd and have your own thoughts. You are not stupid either. It is impossible to say that you fell in love at first sight."

Baphomet tilted his head and said, "Huh? I feel like I'm being targeted..."

"It wasn't just love at first sight; there were other reasons, weren't there?"

"That's true... Hey, you four, don't just stand there, say something. Now, tell us honestly why you like something, so you can face your true feelings and be more honest."

Yumeko Jabami breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Then I'll go first... Since I've already admitted it, there's no point in hiding it anymore. Yes, I really like Mr. Shiraha, and the reason is..."

"To be honest, I've only known Mr. Bai Yu for a very short time. I first met him when I was playing a tarot card game with the president."

"I was really surprised at the time. Such an amazing president was actually afraid. She was like a child afraid of losing her precious toy. After that, when she was sure she wouldn't lose it, she had such strong confidence. I don't know what kind of power that was."

"Terrifying. I've never seen such a terrifying belief. The president is right, she's a devil. She'll show off her strength to the fullest, and then let everyone know that the person supporting her is her lover."

"She wants everyone to know, look, isn't Qi Luoli amazing? But it's no use. Everything she does is so that her lover can praise her more. The president always emphasizes that she is not her own, she has no right to control what she does, and everything she has belongs to Bai Yu."

"All of her brain capacity is used to remember Bai Yu and her family. Everyone is curious about what kind of person she is, but no one can get in touch with her."

Looking at the distant sunset, Yumeko Jabami said softly, "The guild master is very cunning. This way, more and more people will become curious about Shiroba, which will drive this terrifying guild master even crazier. But what kind of man is he who is only obedient to him? This increases the risk."

"The president said that she has regressed. She no longer has the courage to give her all in the game because everything she has belongs to Bai Yu, and she dares not lose Bai Yu. She cannot bear such a defeat, so no one can ever take him away."

Rindou Kobayashi said softly, "You must be one of those people who are curious."

"That's right, I was so curious. After that, I went to the store and got to know Bai Yu better. He was amazing. I've never seen a man like him before. He... he can really make crazy people even crazier, but he can also quiet them down at any time. He's amazing. Mr. Bai Yu was so charming at that moment."

"The president told me that she wouldn't use Bai Yu as a wager, not only because of Longdan and the others, but also because she wouldn't dare. She enjoys the feeling of others wanting something but not being able to have it."

"But I really want to win. The president knows what I'm thinking, so he said to me... Yumeko, this is my capital that I would never take out, and no one can win it away, but I support investing."

Kobayashi Rindou chuckled and said, "That's the kind of thing that idiot Kirari would say. So, you just naturally chose to invest, that is, join Kirari's camp? Is your purpose to find out why Kirari turned out this way?"

Yumeko Jabami nodded and said, "Hmm... But, ever since I sided with the president, he has become much more open and often talks to me about Shiraha. I remember many people saying that the president and I are really similar. That's right, so it's not unreasonable that I was attracted to him."

"From the president's crazy, obsessed, and incredibly devout eyes, I seemed to see Bai Yu's shadow. I put myself in the president's position, and then I realized that I couldn't resist. How could I possibly resist a man like that?"

Rindou Kobayashi chuckled and was about to speak when he heard Yumeko Jabami say softly, "Oh dear... I can't resist, but I know very well that's the chairman, not me. So I need to do more research. I need more... more... more information about him! More data on him!"

At this point, Yumeko Jabami suddenly calmed down and said softly, "In the end, I fell for him... He embraced our madness, he gave us peace, he wasn't a fool, but for the Private Hyakkaou, he was just too perfect, and for people like me and the president, he was too captivating..."

"He's like an animal trainer. After that, Bai Yu's actions here proved that he can not only be an animal trainer, but more importantly, he's a good man who fulfills all a woman's desires for a boyfriend. For me and the president, he's even more of a bonus."

"The president told me the whole story of how she and Bai Yu fell in love. All I can say is... from initial curiosity, to being attracted, to having a lot of affection for him, to getting to know him better and getting closer to him, until finally, knowing the whole story of how the president and Bai Yu fell in love, I couldn't control myself..."

"Sister Longdan, do you know how fast my heart was beating when I received the Children's Day gift? I was so excited... I... I can't describe my feelings. Maybe even a madman needs love? Also needs to be... pampered like a child? Whether as a madman or as a woman."

Kobayashi Rindou continued applying Jinx's makeup without saying a word, while everyone else listened quietly. Suddenly, Jabami Yumeko turned around and said with a smile, "Hey, Rindou-nee..."

"Ok?"

"The president said this is the abyss of love, and she's at the very bottom. She wishes she could sink faster, but she's already at the bottom. She said the scenery at the bottom of the abyss is beautiful, breathtaking, and makes people succumb to it. As for me..."

"I don't know why, but I'm increasingly feeling a sense of anticipation, and... about that answer I just gave, I suddenly realized, I don't know when or how I've walked into the abyss? But... I also want to sink faster..."

As Jabami Yumeko spoke, a glint of anticipation flashed in her eyes. Kobayashi Rindou chuckled and said, "You and Kirari really look alike... Next, be mindful, time is limited."

"Hmm...looks like you passed! Good luck, everyone! It really feels different to say it out loud!"

"Uh..." x3

P.S.: Starting from this chapter... the entire story is high-energy warning...

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Chapter 273 Girl, You're in Love? Yakumo Ran's Reason (Please Subscribe~)

Jabami Yumeko's words caused Yakumo Ran and the other two to fall silent for a moment. Kobayashi Rindou and Baphomet remained silent. After a long while, just as Grayfia was about to speak, she heard Yakumo Ran sigh and say softly, "I'll go first..."

No one spoke, which was an admission. Yakumo Ran, her face flushed, clenched her fists and said softly, "You all know my identity... I used to live with Lady Yukari and occasionally take care of Orange."

"Until one day, Lady Zi came to the shop, and that was the beginning of everything... At first, I thought it was just a place to eat in the evenings, cheap and delicious, and with a great atmosphere."

Yakumo Ran chuckled and said, "You might not know, but I'll just complain a bit today... I'm under a lot of pressure. I have to take care of Lady Yukari, Lady Orange, and I'm also responsible for patrolling as Lady Yukari at any time. Occasionally, I also have to deal with all sorts of situations."

"Lord Zi is also a troublemaker, often causing a lot of problems, so I have to deal with that too... After that, I still need to buy ingredients, cook, make tea, do laundry, and... hehe..."

Seeing Yakumo Ran's calm, smiling face, everyone's eyes twitched. Goodness, this fox seems to be having a harder time than they imagined...

Yakumo Ran sighed and said, "I was really happy at the time. I had a place where I could relax, eat delicious food, drink wine, listen to the stories of the guests, and just relax in a leisurely way. Even if I had to go on patrol or deal with a lot of things the next day, I would feel full of motivation."

"I've been thinking that if I can just endure it for a few more hours, then go back and rest, take a bath, and then I can enjoy life later, I'm really excited about it."

Yakumo Ran tilted her head and said, "If you ask me, my first impression of Lord Shiraha was... he's a very tall and handsome man who cooks delicious food and has a great personality. He's much better than others."

"That was my first thought, and it stayed that way for quite a while until later, Lady Zi went too far. She originally thought that Lord Baiyu was just like any other man, so she started a fight, and as a result... she was tricked and forced to have an extra date."

"It was this one date that changed my mindset and how I felt about my life."

Baphomet asked in confusion, "Why?"

Yakumo Ran thought for a moment and said, "The reason is very simple. Lady Yukari only dares to talk about it, but she is actually terrified and has absolutely no experience in dating. If she goes on a date with Lady Shiraha, she will definitely be won over."

“In that case, Lady Zi will become the proprietress, and we’ll be family. Lady Zi is already a little afraid of Lord Bai Yu, so if she really becomes the proprietress, she’ll definitely be henpecked.”

Jabami Yumeko said with a smile, "Yes, Murasaki-neechan is really henpecked, and quite severely so."

Yakumo Ran chuckled and said, "Yeah, back then I was thinking, great, the hard times are over. From now on, if the pressure gets too much, I can come to Lord Shiraha to complain, and Lord Yukari will have to go to work obediently."

"Maybe after we start dating, Lord Zi will become a bit more mature and take on more of the work. Then I'll really be free. If the pressure gets too much, I can just hide away at Lord Baiyu's place for a couple of days."

"Most importantly, this way, even if Eirin and the others don't intend to really get involved with this place, it won't affect anything. I can bring Orange with me then."

“During the day, I would go to class or play normally. In the evening, I would bring her here so I could see Cheng every day. I didn’t have to worry about her diet or that she would learn bad things from others. She also had someone to play with. I was so happy at the time.”

Kobayashi Rindou nodded and said, "Nobody expected Eirin to become one of the proprietresses. And then? We've only talked about Yukari and the others, what about you?"

Yakumo Ran thought for a moment and said, "To be honest... there's nothing special about why I fell in love with Lord Shiraha. It just happened gradually."

"Since Lady Zi has become the proprietress, the shop is practically our home. It's naturally more relaxing at home, and since she's Lady Zi's lover, I'm naturally closer to her. That's the charm of Lady Baiyu, isn't it..."

"I didn't notice many of her strengths before, but the more I get to know her, the more I realize how many strengths she has. Just her gentleness and thoughtfulness alone make me feel warm. Lord Baiyu also takes good care of me...he often speaks up for me, and he's very kind to Cheng too..."

Yakumo Ran sighed and said, "I don't know when it started, but I've secretly fallen for Lady Shiraha. I wasn't quite sure at first, but..."

"how?"

Yakumo Ran tilted her head and said, "It's probably because... sometimes I feel that Lady Yukari is the one who got the best deal. Maybe she used some method to bewitch Lady Shiraha. Otherwise, how could such a good man as Lady Shiraha like Lady Yukari?"

"Pfft..." x3

"And you know, I always have this feeling that I get really nervous whenever I see Lord Shirayu or am alone with him. I feel very happy when I'm praised, and I often feel a little jealous..."

"When we played rock-paper-scissors on the plane, my thoughts were... Lord Zi! I was planning to deliberately lose to you! I really wanted to be next to Lord Bai Yu! You should thank me properly, and so on. It was the same when we visited each other's homes afterwards..."

Yakumo Ran chuckled and said, "What I feel most strange about is... when Lord Shiraha grabbed my tail, I didn't feel anything else at all. Instead, I felt a little shy and happy... Lately, when I see Orange and Lord Shiraha chatting together, I always have this feeling... this feeling..."

"What?" x3

"I always have this feeling that Orange, Baiyu-sama, and I are a family of three, but this thought is always dismissed as soon as it appears. Longdan, your question today has made me think again. I've never been in a relationship. If this is what liking someone means, then I guess I like Baiyu-sama!"

Kobayashi Rindou smiled and said, "No doubt about it, young lady, you're in love!"

"Eh? Is that so... But... Lady Murasaki..."

"You don't need to think too much about this... Grayfia, I feel like you need to say something."

"Um... um..."

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Chapter 274 A Heart Warmed, Gurefia's Honesty (Please Subscribe~)

Yakumo Ran didn't say anything after hearing Kobayashi Rindou's words. It seemed that speaking out made her feel much better. Grayfia just stared blankly at the four people in front of her.

After a long silence, Grayfia sighed and said, "Alright... you all know how I got into this shop, right..."

"I do not know."

Gurefia rolled her eyes and said, "Yumeko, you'll find out about that later."

"Oh, okay, okay, Sister Gurefia, what are you trying to say?"

"I've been through so much: fighting, fleeing, disappointment, confusion... I fled all the way here, and when I opened my eyes, all I saw were Lucy, Bai Yu, and Medici."