Time passed second by second...
As the clock struck nearly 11 a.m., Yuzuru finally released the object of his satisfaction.
Happy Children's Day!
A satisfied smile played on his lips as he kissed their flushed cheeks.
Akemi nestled limply in his arms, like a lazy kitten, so weak she could barely speak and could only gasp for breath. Ai, meanwhile, kept her eyes tightly shut, pretending to be fast asleep, but her bright red earlobes betrayed her true feelings.
Yuzuru glanced at the time: "We're going to be late."
Upon hearing this, Ai let out a soft snort.
The person who was late knows best why.
As he spoke, he took out a time-bundle: "Now... I'm going to turn my little maid back."
Ai stared at him warily: "You're not planning something again, are you?"
"How could that be~" Yuzuru Nan looked completely innocent, spreading his hands to appear harmless. "Am I that kind of person?"
The little girl gave him a disdainful look.
With a smile, Yuzuru draped the cloth over Akemi's body. As the clock ticked, the tall, elegant maid reappeared on the bed.
"Hmm..."
Mingmei looked at her body, which had returned to normal, and moved her arms and legs.
Ai wrapped herself tightly in the blanket, watching Yuzuru warily: "Quickly change my sister's clothes back too!"
"Yes, ma'am~" Yuzuru took out a dressing camera, and with a click, Akemi's Lolita dress instantly transformed back into a maid outfit.
The three of them played around in the room for a while before getting up.
There's no time for breakfast.
However, after eating two lolis, Yuzuru was already full.
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11:20 a.m., Mihana Municipal Center.
Today marks the official opening of "Nanyuan Dumpling Shop".
Thanks to the Suzuki Group's massive advertising campaign these past few days, coupled with the comeback endorsement of former international film star Yukiko Fujimine, almost everyone in Japan knows that a creative gyoza shop is about to open.
This craze has even spread overseas, with many of Yukiko's international fans learning that their former idol has made a comeback and is now the spokesperson for a dumpling shop.
Although they don't know what dumplings are, it doesn't stop them from supporting their idols.
The crowds in front of the Mihana Municipal Center were surging. From a distance, the queue looked like a long, winding dragon, stretching from the entrance of "Nanyuan Creative Dumpling Shop" all the way downstairs.
In case of any accidents, the Metropolitan Police Department even dispatched a special task force to maintain order, and Wataru Takagi was sweating profusely as he maintained order.
Moreover, today is Children's Day, and many parents brought their children here because of the fame. In addition, the first 100 people can get a limited edition dumpling made by Yukiko herself for free, so many people came to line up early in the morning.
I'm just waiting for the dumpling shop to open at 12 o'clock.
When Yuzuru arrived with Akemi and Ai, the entrance to "Nanyuan Dumpling Shop" was already bustling with activity.
From a distance, the store entrance was filled with all kinds of flower baskets, from ordinary business gifts to luxurious gold leaf decorations, almost turning the entire first-floor entrance of the city hall into a sea of flowers.
These flower baskets are not only a congratulatory gesture for the opening of the dumpling shop, but also a gesture of goodwill from various parties towards the person behind the shop.
"This is quite a show of force..." Ai raised an eyebrow. "It seems the Suzuki Group's influence is indeed considerable."
Yuzuru chuckled lightly: "It's not entirely thanks to the Suzuki Group."
His gaze swept over the flower baskets, many of which were gifts from political, business, and even certain special forces.
Ordinary people only know that the dumpling shop has the Suzuki Group as a powerful backer, but those at a higher level know that the real boss is the person who serves as the honorary manager of the dumpling shop.
Regardless of the background known, to those who know, they are people who need to be fawned over and flattered.
At the store entrance, uniformed staff were busy maintaining order, and standing at the front directing the order was none other than Mrs. Yoshida—Ayumi's mother.
"Aunt Yoshida?" Ai asked, somewhat surprised.
“Yes, Mr. Yuzuru specially invited her.” Akemi explained with a smile, “After all, Ayumi’s mother used to work in a high-end restaurant and has accumulated a wealth of management experience. Mr. Yuzuru is very reassured to have her help.”
Ai nodded, glancing with amusement at Yuzuru, who was rubbing his nose and looking completely nonchalant. Then, her gaze swept across the store and she noticed that Ran, Sonoko, and the others had already arrived and were standing with several important guests.
—Eri Kisaki, Yukiko, Ayako Suzuki, Tomoko Suzuki, Reiko Akiba... and even Vermouth and Seiran Urashi mixed in with the ordinary diners.
None of them are ordinary people.
A powerful lawyer who commands respect in court, an international movie star, a tycoon's daughter, a business queen, a singer with a heavenly voice, a key figure in an organization, an international assassin...
Um……
Did something strange get mixed in?
"Tsk, what a grand scene." Ai muttered to herself.
"After all, it's the opening day." Yu Sheng Nan smiled and patted her head, then led her and Ming Mei over.
"Nan! Over here!"
As soon as Sonoko saw Nanami Hanyu, she waved excitedly. She had specially changed into an adorable store manager uniform today, and her pink bow hair clip sparkled in the sunlight.
Xiao Lan greeted them with a smile: "You've arrived! Perfect timing, the ribbon-cutting ceremony is about to begin."
“Husband.” Hongye stood to the side, smiling elegantly.
Her gaze lingered on Yuzuru for a moment, then shifted to the woman beside her with a gentle smile. Upon seeing Akemi, the aristocratic girl's usual haughty demeanor vanished without a trace.
Ooka Momiji bowed slightly and gave Akemi a proper greeting: "Good afternoon, Akemi-neechan. I am Ooka Momiji."
Although it wasn't the first time the two had met, it was their first face-to-face conversation. They hadn't had a proper exchange during their previous meeting in Osaka.
"Hello."
Akemi looked at Ooka Momiji and returned a gentle smile.
When facing the person in front of her, Ooka Momiji's attitude was completely different from when she faced Ran and the other girls. She no longer had that domineering aura and behaved very politely, showing the demeanor of an aristocrat.
Watching this scene from a short distance away, Tomoko Suzuki narrowed her eyes slightly and muttered, "She's quite a clever person."
Ayako Suzuki, standing beside her, nodded in agreement with her mother's opinion.
Among the women around Kusuno Hanyu, Akemi Miyano might not be the most beautiful, and she always refers to herself as a maid, appearing low-key and ordinary, but none of the women would disrespect her.
In a sense, she was Hanyu Nan's first woman and the one who stayed with him the longest.
Smart people know what special meaning this represents.
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