Chapter 1823: The Hero and the Set-Meal Restaurant ⑩

Chapter 1823: The Hero and the Set-Meal Restaurant 10

Soon after, Olivia-san arrived, and inside Kaori-san's restaurant was a strange combination of Olivia-san, the Founder of the Friendship City, Neun-san, the First Hero, and otherworlders me and Kaori-san.

I was curious about the relationship between Neun-san and Olivia-san, and like me, Kaori-san was also curious, alternately looking at Olivia-san and Neun-san.

[It's been a while, Olivia-sama.]

[Kujou Hika Excuse me, it was Neun now, right? It's been a thousand years, hasn't it. Long time no see.]

They first greeted each other briefly. The two of them haven't met in a thousand years because Neun-san doesn't stop by the Friendship City and doesn't participate in the Festival of Heroes, so they'd probably have a lot of things they'd like to talk about.

Especially since Olivia-san is the head of the city that honors the First Hero, so she'd probably have lots of thoughts

[Well then, if you'll excuse me Mizuhara Kaori, my apologies for coming before your opening today. And once again, Miyama Kaito-sama, it's a pleasure to see you like this again. I apologize for being somewhat late in coming to greet you.]New novel chapters are published on

[Eh? Ah, no, hello, Olivia-san.]

is what I was thinking, but after giving her a brief nod, she immediately dropped the subject and came over to us!? To say even a few words to Kaori-san, I suppose it's to be expected of the earnest Olivia-san.

[Seeing you safe and sound today makes me very happy. When Miyama Kaito-sama visits us, I feel as if the air in our Friendship City becomes a little brighter.]

[I- I think that's an exaggeration]

[Hmmm, but she seemed to speak more than usual, like she's being conscious of something Ahh I see now]

[Did you realize something?]

[I certainly did, but the circumstances about that are complicated, so I'll close my mouth here Sorry.]

It seems that Kaori-san had an idea why Olivia-san was like this, but she doesn't intend to speak, leaving the details unclear.

Although I'm wondering about this answer myself, I decided to just ask Olivia-san in front of me.

[Olivia-san, if there's anything troubling you, please feel free to let me know. I might not be able to be of much help, but I'm always here to help]

[Thank you very much. Miyama-sama's kindness shines brilliantly like sunlight cutting through overcast skies. I do indeed hold the desire to touch such a compassionate light, and the gentle Miyama Kaito-sama will definitely receive me with warmth but please accept my apologies. This isn't exactly a problem, as it's more of a matter of consciousness, so I'd appreciate it if you'd be understanding for now. Once I've firmly gathered my resolve and assumptions, I will let you know.]

[Ah, yes. I understand.]

While still showering me with her usual exaggerated praises, Olivia-san mentioned that she can't talk about what's troubling her at the moment, but will do so later. It doesn't seem too serious though, as Kaori-san, who seemed to know the circumstances, is just smiling kindly, so it would probably be alright I do feel curious, but I'll refrain from delving any further.

<Afterword>

Serious-senpai : [Ahh, her date plans for Kaito haven't been finalized, so she can't ask him out on a date at the moment, but I guess she was feeling nervous thinking about the time when she does ask him out huh]