Finally, it was time for breakfast to end.
Wu Tina was sent back to her room by her mother to change into her school uniform and get ready to go to school.
——
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Lorraine, in order to get rid of a certain enthusiastic lady, offered to clear the plates from the table and said he could wash all the dishes as a way of repaying her.
Tina's mother readily agreed, which relieved Lorraine somewhat.
Little did they know.
When Lorraine put on her apron, came to the kitchen, and began to concentrate on washing the dishes.
This was exactly what Wu Tina's mother wanted.
She entered the kitchen, resting one arm on the side of the sink, her meaningful smile carrying a hint of initiative.
She stared intently at that resolute yet captivating profile, her heart pounding faster and faster, echoing in her ears.
"Mr. Lorraine, do you have anything else to do today?"
"Why is Lady Hiiragi asking this?"
“I’m quite free today. If you’re free too, how about you stay at our place for another day? We can chat in the living room, watch a movie, enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea... and then we can go grocery shopping together, cook together in the kitchen, and I can also ask you, Mr. Lorraine, for advice on many cooking issues.”
"I already bothered you all night yesterday, it would be impolite to bother you any further."
"Actually... it's okay. Let alone one night, it wouldn't matter if it were many more nights."
As they talked...
Wu Tina's mother began to approach him, with a kind and gentle smile and a soft tone.
Lorraine asked politely.
"Lady Hiiragi locked me in Maitina's room yesterday. Wasn't that a bit inappropriate?"
"Really? Oh, it's probably because the lock on that child's room is old and in disrepair, so it sometimes locks itself unexpectedly. Mr. Lorraine, please don't mind."
"Lady Hiiragi, where are my clothes?"
"You mean clothes? This morning I saw your clothes neatly laid out outside Wu Tina's room. I thought you wanted me to wash them for you, so I took them and washed them for you. They're drying in the yard now. I think they'll need a little more time to dry completely."
"Did Madam wash me?"
"That's right, it looks like it hasn't been cleaned in a long time, the smell is really strong, that's not good, we need to pay attention to hygiene."
"Then I really thank you, Mrs. Hiiragi."
"Haha, it's no trouble at all, it was just a small favor. Actually... it's been a long time since I've seen men's clothes on the clothesline at home, it's quite reassuring."
"Safe?"
“Mr. Lorraine, you know... there are only my daughter and I, Wu Tina, in our family. We depend on each other for survival, so sometimes I feel... quite insecure. What if we encounter bad people?”
"If Mrs. Hiiragi is worried, she can install more alarm systems in the house."
“I’ve thought about it, but machines are cold after all. Many times, I think, how wonderful it would be if there were another man in the family. It would be lively, happy, and we could rely on and trust each other.”
That's what they said.
A soft figure moved up behind Lorraine without her noticing, almost causing her to drop the plate she was washing.
He forced a smile and forced a smile.
"Well, people always need to rely on each other, it's human nature, I can understand. — But you have to choose the right person to rely on. Only the right person can encourage and help each other. If you choose the wrong one... then you might not only be unable to help, but you might also cause trouble for the other person, haha, Mrs. Hiiragi, don't you think?"
"What kind of person does Mr. Lorraine consider himself?"
"Me? To be honest, Mrs. Hiiragi is also aware of my situation."
"I've always been curious why Mr. Lorraine is still single. Generally speaking, a man of this age should be married by now, right?"
"Because nobody wants to be with me."
"real?"
“I have nothing. It’s fine if people are friends with me, but if they’re partners, they can’t possibly sleep on the streets with me, right? That would be irresponsible to both of us.”
"As expected of Mr. Lorraine, so considerate."
"Um... Mrs. Hiiragi... aren't you standing too close?"
“Poor Wu Tina, she’s always played alone since she was little. I’m always busy working and making money, so I don’t have much time to spend with her. As a result, she doesn’t even have any friends, let alone interact with boys.”
"She has grown into a very outstanding young woman."
Lorraine said frankly.
Wu Tina's mother also laughed.
"Yes, I was always worried that she would be deceived by a bad man, but now it seems... she has met a pretty good person."
"I think she will make more friends and meet more outstanding people in the future."
"No matter what, Mr. Lorraine, I want to say thank you. Thank you for being friends with that child and for always treating her so kindly."
"Lady Hiiragi, there's no need for that."
"I'm entrusting that child, Tina, to you, Mr. Lorraine, is that alright?"
"As her friend, I will continue to help her as always."
"Then can I ask you for help, Mr. Lorraine?"
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