The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten

Chapter 245: Having Lunch with the (tentative) colleague

Usually, Amane would be eating lunch together with Mahiru, but on this day, he ended up eating with Kido and Kayano, on Kidos invitation.

Kido did not mention so, but she probably intended for it to be an icebreaker between Amane and the soon-to-be colleague Kayano.

Amane was summoned to the rooftop, and it seemed Kayano was already there with a leisure sheet laid out. He did not move, and might have known that Amane would be here.

So anyway, Fujimiya-kun and Socchan will be working together.

Amane took a corner of the sheet, and sat down. Kido looked at him, and gave a genial smile.

Ohso Ayaka dragged you down?

H-how rude! I just chose someone appropriate for an appropriate workplace~!

Kidos angry side seemed a little more immature than her usual self, and she probably only showed this side to Kayano. Anyone watching would feel warm and fuzzy.

Actually no, I suggested this. Kido helped me out.

Really? But isnt Fumika-san troubled?

Well

Amane was a little stumped, for he did not expect Itomaki to be such a person. Nevertheless, she did not seem to be a bad person, just that she might be a little more honest if sufficient fuel was provided, and he should be fine if he provided a story that did not involve him much.

He could mentally prepare himself however if he was sufficiently reminded beforehand. He really wanted to protest to Kido pertaining to this.

He glanced aside at Kido, who tensed up the moment she opened her bento box.

Well, how do I put it? People like Fumika-san have quite the personality.

Well actually, I just want to work. She doesnt seem like a bad person.

Shes a nice person, but well, if she really likes you, shell dote on you. Sometimes, her delusions might be a little more serious.

Ill sacrifice myself then. Theres no bodily harm, right?

Probably not. Hm, well, sorta.

Can you please dont lack confidence here? Amane hesitated over whether he should retort, but he decided not to as it was not because of Kido. He then opened the bento Mahiru made.

Shuuto made pasta for dinner the previous night, so it contained the leftovers, along with the side dishes both Mahiru and Shuuto made.

He really felt apologetic to have them cook these side dishes for him so early in the morning, but he could not bring himself to stop them since they seemed really happy about this.

On a side note, Amanes parents would be leaving before his return, so they bade farewell that morning. It was a short time, probably because he agreed to return home during the winter break.

Mahiru however looked reluctant as she sent them off with a smile, since they would still meet again.

Ah, Shiina-san made it?

Amane opened the lid, found the dashimaki Mahiru made, and was content. Kido observed Amane, showed a smile brimming with curiosity, and asked,

Mahiru and dad made it, actually. My dads still around.

Your dad can cook? Mine too. Mom cant cook, and cant do housework. Dad does everything.

I think Kaori-sans a special case though.

It seemed Kaori was the name of Kidos mother. It seemed she was completely incapable of housework.

Thats why my parents hope that I can do housework. Ah, I can though.

They want to raise you as a good girl, and they really did, but you somehow end up with a muscle fetish. Im about to cry.

Its your fault, Socchan.

Dont push the blame.

Kayano pinched at Kidos cheeks, and the latter protested while making vague noises. Amane burst out laughing.

Such was the distance between childhood friends, though it was probably because they were still dating. It was a refreshing feeling to see another couple different from Itsuki and Chitose.

Wh-what are you laughing at?

Nothing, just that you two are on good terms.

You dont have the right to say that. Youre being so flirty with Shiina-san.

Its not exactly what you say.

In any case, youre flirting so much, its blinding me.

Kido pointed her index finger at Amane, stop pointing fingers, and Kayano grabbed her hand. Nice chemistry, Amane thought, and sighed silently.

I dont mean that.

So thats just you being all lovey-dovey every day? Thats amazing.

Shut up.

But Shiina-sans the reason why you can make up your mind to work. I think its great to act for the future.

Oh, so youre suddenly starting with part-time work because of Shiina-san?

Kayano did not know of this, not because Kido did not mention so, but because Amane told Kido not to go around talking about it. Kayano nodded understandingly, and Kido looked a little distraught.

She might be worried, thinking that she did not abide by her promise, and blurted out that he was working for Mahirus sake.

Well, since Amane would be colleagues with Kayano, it was pointless to conceal the fact, and it was a matter of time until he would be questioned. It was fine as long as nobody mentioned so to Amane.

Keep it a secret from Mahiru. I want to surprise her.

You hear that Socchan? You cant say that.

Youre the blabbermouth Ayaka.

Owie.

Kido got a flick on the forehead, and covered it while looking teary. Kayano gave her a reluctant glance, and saw a speechless Amane, only to smile awkwardly.

Anyway, I understand. Ill help you out however I can.

Thanks.

Thank you too for being able to be friends with Ayaka.

Eh, no way, Im not at the point where I need you to worry about me, Socchan.

But you always blurt things out.

I do not!

Kido pouted upon hearing Kayanos criticism, slapping at the abs that were said to be healthy if he stripped (according to Kido). Amane watched on, feeling all warm and fuzzy.