Chapter 178 A Divorce

Apparently, Reiji-kuns real name was Shimizu Reiji. He was four years old and currently living alone with his mom, Shizuku-san in a room for employees at Shimizu Inn.

He told us that he was Okamoto Reiji when he first met us, because Okamoto was his dads surname. In the winter two years ago, Shizuku-san had a divorce and decided to return to her parents home. Naturally, she brought Reiji-kun along with her. In any case, the child was simply too young to understand the whole ordeal about his name change.

Im really sorry about this, Umi-chan, Maki-kun. I told him to stay in his room, hes usually very obedient, but

While waiting for dinner, Shizuku-san was apologizing to us about this matter.

Earlier, Reiji-kun, who was currently sleeping in his room, told us how he got lost. Long story short, the cause was our car.

When Shizuku-san was busy with her work, Reiji-kun happened to see our car from the window in his room. Out of curiosity, he left his room and immediately headed toward the parking lot.

He thought his dad was picking him up because the car looks similar to his car Well, I understand how he feels, he hasnt seen his dad for a long time, of course he would act like that

Yes That child loves his father a lot That man was especially soft on him, after all

I wouldnt dare to ask her about the cause of her divorce, but something big must have happened between them.

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Besides, I went through the same thing with my parents. It was hard for me to listen to this kind of talk since I would get unnecessarily emotional.

Then when he got there, he realized that it wasnt his dads car. After that, he was distracted by a tanuki and ended up chasing after it up the mountains

A typical lost child case. To be fair, he was four. It was normal for something like this to happen. Of course I didnt mean to generalize all the four year olds, I was just saying that something like this would happen from time to time. Children at that age would disregard their parents instructions when they got distracted by something they found interesting.

In fact, I used to act that way when I was that age Well, lets not talk about that.

In any case, Umi-chan, Maki-kun, thank you very much for finding Reiji for me. I want to give something to the two of you to show my gratitude, is that okay with you?

And so we decided to have our dinner earlier than planned and she added more dessert to our portion as a thank you.

Honestly, I was going to refuse her offer at first, but I felt like Shizuku-san would feel uncomfortable if I did, so I decided to ask her for more desserts.

Also Thank you, Rikkun You went out of your way to look for him with me even though youre exhausted

Ah, dont mind it I mean, if the situation is like that, of course I would help you out I was surprised that you had a child though.

Im sorry I was going to tell you, but I just couldnt bring myself to do it

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Does the old woman know about this?

Mhm, she knew about everything. She had been supporting me ever since I came back here. She was also the one who took care of Reiji whenever I was unable to Ah, the reason why she didnt tell you about this is because I told her not to, so dont blame her, please

I see. So thats how it is

Well, even if she didnt tell Mizore-san, I doubt that she would bring it up since I, a total stranger, was there too.

In any case, Riku-san was probably shocked by this turn of events.

Finding out that his childhood friend was already married, divorced and gave birth to a child that was already four years old? That was a lot to take.

He had stopped moving his chopsticks for a while now, even though he was so eager to eat his dinner.

Shizuku-san, can I have more rice? The food is so tasty, I cant hold myself back.

My, is that so? Thank you, please eat to your hearts content, okay? What about you, Umi-chan?

Since Maki is doing that, then I wont hold myself back either. Weight gain be damned, Ill leave that problem to the future Umi.

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Hehe, thats a classic high school girl problem right there, huh?

I know right? I was concerned about this, but do you know what Maki said when he touched my belly back at the mountain? He said that it felt soft and pleasant to the touch. Also

The mountain? What the hell were you two doing up there?

Ah.

Umi realized that she slipped up and downright self-destructed.

Hehe, Umi-chan?

Yes?

That conversation didnt happen, okay?

Sorry.

Umis face turned red as she hung her head in shame. When it happened, we didnt think much of it, but now that our mind was clear, I guess we went a little overboard with our flirting.

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Now my face felt unnaturally hot. Should I get some ice cream to cool down?