Chapter 135: The Old Scenery (2/2)

“No no no it’s fine, we’re the ones who want to see you, Mahiru-chan! We actually wanted to meet you during spring break, but we couldn’t arrange for time…ah, what’s with you, Amane?”

“You’re not going to say a few words to your son?”

“Ohh, welcome back Amane. Thank you for bringing Mahiru-chan along yes.”

“Yes yes.”

Amane was not angry as he knew she was joking, but as he had replied curtly, Shihoko jabbed at him, saying “What are you pouting about. Of course I’m glad to see you back, Amane?”

The smirk left him very frustrated, but it was to be expected.

He waved her hand off, and surveyed his surroundings.

He heard that Shihoko would welcome him back, but surprisingly, Shuuto was not present. Shuuto too should have taken leave, but Amane assumed his parents would show up.

“Where’s dad?”

“Shuuto-san’s making lunch now~”

“I see.”

That made sense.

Shuuto liked to cook and serve others, so he probably was preparing various things at home.

“That’s great Mahiru. Dad’s cooking is delicious.”

So he said, but he did not say, it is not better than yours though. Mahiru too showed a faint smile.

“I see. I am looking forward to it.”

“Heh heh. Look forward to our family dishes then.”

“Mom, you should be the one cooking…even though dad’s better.”

“Hey, that’s unnecessary.”

She puffed her cheeks that appeared unbefitting her age. It was true however that Shuuto’s cooking was better.

Shihoko would cook on the weekdays, and Shuuto would cook on the weekend. Shihoko was the more experienced, but Shuuto was still better in skill.

Not that hers was bad, but Amane felt Shuuto’s was better due to flavoring. of course, he was grateful for both of them since there was someone cooking at lest.

“Well, it’s not the first time you’re being dishonest Amane. Let’s go home now. We should be able to arrive at noon if we leave. The car’s here. Let’s go.”

No point talking too much in this station, Shihoko waved and said, heading towards the exit of the station. Amane gave Mahiru a glance.

“Let’s go then.”

“Yes.”

Mahiru nodded a little, and Amane held her wrist.

They could not lock fingers, but at the very least, he could excuse himself by saying it was to prevent her from getting lost.

Mahiru widened her eyes, and showed a happy yet somewhat bashful smile as she leaned towards him. Amane too was a little embarrassed as he slowly followed Shihoko.