Chapter 116: Shinichiro and Haruka, Currently at Work

Chapter 116: Shinichiro and Haruka, Currently at Work

The Case of the Dependable Junior I Believed In Getting All Lovey-Dovey with an Idol-Level Cute Girlfriend in Full View

Seriously, I feel the irrationality of the world. Was it Shijouin-san? I get that shes cute, but dont go pulling her into our workplace, damn it.

How much good karma did you accumulate in your past life to have such a girlfriend? Were you a Buddha or something?

Amidst the young male part-time workers engaged in rearranging the bookstore section:

As everyone diligently swapped books, the surrounding seniors began muttering resentful remarks, as if cursing the unfairness of the world.

For some reason, it felt like there were quite a few male high school and college students working here without girlfriends.

Well, I didnt actually introduce her to the workplace, and shes not my girlfriend, I explained to my older colleagues, denying the false claims.

Argh! There it is! The big lie is out! With all that lovey-dovey stuff going on, how can she not be your girlfriend?

You dont have to be so embarrassed about it. When you talked to her, she reacted like a dog meeting its beloved owner, wagging her tail and all. With that level of intimacy, its hard to believe shes not your girlfriend.

Well, from Harukas perspective, considering she only knows me in this unfamiliar workplace, its true that her expression of joy is more intense when she sees me than usual. But

Ah um, sorry about that, Niihama, I said as I suddenly heard my name being called.

Turning my gaze towards the voice, the apologetic figure beside me was Nanba-senpai, the college student who had asked Haruka for her contact information.

I didnt know, but even so, I shouldnt have hit on your girlfriend right in front of you Im not sure why Substitute Manager got so mad though

The regular staff of this store, let alone the part-timers, seem unaware that Shijouin-san is the heiress of the main companys president.

While many might know the name Shijouin as a prestigious household, it appears they havent connected it to the high school girl who started working here.

Well, even if someone named Mitsubushi or Sumitomo walked into my workplace, I wouldnt immediately assume they come from a super elite background. Id probably just think they have similar names.

No, I didnt know either, and as long as you dont keep repeating it, its fine. Well, if youre planning to keep hitting on that girl, I might have to challenge you to a duel, I joked.

Eek! I-I understand! I wont do it anymore, seriously! Going after someone elses girlfriend is just totally out of line!

Though I meant it as a joke, Nanba-senpai seemed excessively terrified and kept apologizing.

Did I really look that scary?

Hey, watch out. Niihamas not smiling.

Hes so intense about his girlfriend, its scary Is he a yandere or something?

Even though hes not saying it so bluntly well, considering my fixation on Haruka, I cant really argue or deny that.

Others have said it before, but I cant deny the weight of my feelings.

(Well, in any case, whether I argue or not, theyve completely pegged us as a couple Well, denying it at this point seems pointless, so lets just go along with it.)

Considering Ive also been appointed as Harukas caregiver at work, thinking of us as a boyfriend-girlfriend pair might actually make things easier. Plus, its a good way to discourage workplace flirting.

I understood that this was about trying to connect and ask for contact information. However, for some reason, those who approach me are way too casual and it honestly makes me uncomfortable.

But right now, Im in a workplace, and these are customers.

In this situation, I dont know the best response, and just as Im frozen

Dear customers, thank you very much for visiting today!

(W-What, Shinichirou-kun?!)

Rushing over with a burst of speed, Shinichirou-kun stood in front of the two guys, partially blocking me, and with a beaming smile, he half-shouted his words.

Surprised by this unexpected interruption, the two guys who had approached me seemed taken aback as well.

Todays Espresso uses beans from Colombia! It has a delicate sweetness and a mild acidity, offering a very enjoyable flavor profile. Please do give it a try!

With a smile, Shinichiro-kun energetically explained the coffee like a salesperson. However, due to his overwhelming smile and barrage of words, the two customers seemed completely deflated.

Uh, no We were just here to talk to this girl

Yes, how can I assist you? I handle the drinks, so feel free to tell me anything!

Huh, uhh?

In the face of Shinichirou-kuns confidently declared words that seemed to pressurize the situation, the attention of the surrounding customers turned toward us.

In this atmosphere, I felt like I couldnt say anything anymore. The two guys exchanged puzzled looks, murmuring, Hey, lets just go and Yeah, right as they grabbed the tray with drinks and food and headed back to their seats.

Um Thank you, Shinichirou-kun.

Oh no, this is a duty for the male staff. Well, I was hoping to handle it more smoothly, but I got too flustered and my approach ended up a bit forceful

While I believe I handled it gracefully, Shinichiro-kun seemed dissatisfied that his intervention had garnered the attention of the surrounding customers.

In normal circumstances, it would take quite some courage for adults to address customers. But Shinichirou-kuns ability to casually step in like a pro in these situations is a testament to his true inner strength.

Ugh, sorry! I left my own job and rushed over!

Saying this, Shinichirou-kun quickly left the scene.

Since I started this part-time job, Shinichirou-kun has been assigned as my mentor, providing me with support and guidance.

Even though I constantly feel embarrassed by my own inexperience and reliance on friends from work, at the same time, each time he helps me, I cant help but feel a strangely sweet and fluffy sensation.

Thank you very much, Shinichirou-kun.

Unintentionally, these words slipped from my heart and were whispered out.

It seemed that everyone at the counter heard it, as the staff around me directed amused smiles at me Somehow, I felt a bit embarrassed.

(TLN) Having tech difficulties. Wont be able to fill up the queue today like I wanted. Will have to work at it over the week. Managed to get one out of every series though.